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2366 days ago

Who should own the company that supplies your water ?

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, the mayoral challenger John Tamihere wants to sell almost half of the council-owned Watercare Services, which supplies urban water, and treats sewage. What do you think of someone else perhaps owning 49 per cent ? Read the story below.

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2371 days ago

Poll: Would you rather see more bus lanes or more cycle lanes?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

More than half of Aucklanders oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce space for general traffic, on-street parking or berms, an Automobile Association (AA) survey has found.

The survey of 700 AA members showed greater opposition to cycle lanes than to bus priority lanes.

It tested views on both the… View more
More than half of Aucklanders oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce space for general traffic, on-street parking or berms, an Automobile Association (AA) survey has found.

The survey of 700 AA members showed greater opposition to cycle lanes than to bus priority lanes.

It tested views on both the cycle and bus lanes, as well as the way bus lane misuse by motorists was enforced.

To read more click here

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Would you rather see more bus lanes or more cycle lanes?
  • 21.4% Cycle lanes
    21.4% Complete
  • 26.6% Bus lanes
    26.6% Complete
  • 37.5% Neither
    37.5% Complete
  • 14.6% Both
    14.6% Complete
646 votes
2366 days ago

North Shore infrastructure projects deferred by Auckland Council

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, are you aware much-needed infrastructure projects are being delayed for another year?

Auckland Council says it's because of community consultation and logistics, a local board member says the council has run out of money. How is this affecting you?

Please write NFP … View more
Kia ora neighbours, are you aware much-needed infrastructure projects are being delayed for another year?

Auckland Council says it's because of community consultation and logistics, a local board member says the council has run out of money. How is this affecting you?

Please write NFP below your comment if you do not want your comment published.

2367 days ago

Would you like to be buried in a Lego box or a yacht? How about a fire engine?

Josephine Franks Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving … View more
Kia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving families a little bit of joy in a tough time.

Would you consider getting a personalised casket?

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2367 days ago

Have you nominated yet?!?!?!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View more
Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

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2367 days ago

Auckland's Future In Progress

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Over the month of July, we’ll be talking to a range of residents to find out what they want from future Auckland. They’ll share their aspirations for the city they love and tell us what they want to be left behind in the past.

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2367 days ago

Aucklanders hit with another petrol tax increase

Neighbourly.co.nz

Petrol taxes and road user charges have increased today, with petrol up 4 cents a litre (GST incl.) and road user charges up 5.5 per cent.

The rises were first announced by Transport Minister, Phil Twyford, in June 2018, with importance put on the need to "fund the infrastructure for our … View more
Petrol taxes and road user charges have increased today, with petrol up 4 cents a litre (GST incl.) and road user charges up 5.5 per cent.

The rises were first announced by Transport Minister, Phil Twyford, in June 2018, with importance put on the need to "fund the infrastructure for our cities and regions to thrive, and save lives".
Read more

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2367 days ago

Imagine finding you're (possibly) in the path of a future highway ...

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, If you've wondered what it is like to find your home is in the (possibly, possibly not) path of a future highway, read the story below for my experience of getting that letter.

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2367 days ago

Poll: Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say… View more
Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say that has to change. It is such an existential threat that not to make it a requirement to teach children about climate change is doing them a great disservice, they say.

To read more, click here

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Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?
  • 70.4% Yes, of course it should!
    70.4% Complete
  • 15.6% No, absolutely not.
    15.6% Complete
  • 14% I'm not bothered either way.
    14% Complete
1515 votes
2367 days ago

Your enrolment update pack is coming

Electoral Commission

Keep an eye on your letterbox for an enrolment update pack. Check it to make sure your details are correct, and then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.

Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
Find out more

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2367 days ago

When she rises, we all rise

The Team from Women of Influence

Nominate a local hero for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, help recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Nominate a woman of influence before 15 July
Find out more

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2368 days ago

Brow tattooing/Grooming/Shaping

Sepi from Browns Bay

August is around the corner
Get in touch if you want your eyebrows groomed, shaped and tattooed

For Touch ups?
If your tattoo has healed and doesn’t look quite right, or you have an older tattoo that has faded over time, you might need to get it touched up. The price of a touch up will vary … View more
August is around the corner
Get in touch if you want your eyebrows groomed, shaped and tattooed

For Touch ups?
If your tattoo has healed and doesn’t look quite right, or you have an older tattoo that has faded over time, you might need to get it touched up. The price of a touch up will vary quite a bit depending on the size and complexity of the original tattoo and the amount of work required to fix it.

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2368 days ago

Toddler battling rare childhood cancer that affects just five Kiwis a year

Danielle Clent Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Birkenhead resident Louie Bell has been diagnosed with an aggressive and rare cancer that only affects about five New Zealand children every year. Treatment for his condition could end up costing $345,000.
Please put NP if you do not want your comments used in print.

2368 days ago

We rise by lifting others

Dementia Auckland

We’re getting ready for our Countdown Collection Appeal.

We need volunteers to join us and collect essential funds for carer education and support programmes. A diagnosis of dementia is not just a diagnosis of an individual it’s of an entire family.

Dementia Auckland provides FREE … View more
We’re getting ready for our Countdown Collection Appeal.

We need volunteers to join us and collect essential funds for carer education and support programmes. A diagnosis of dementia is not just a diagnosis of an individual it’s of an entire family.

Dementia Auckland provides FREE services supporting the community and those who are in a support role caring for someone with dementia.

A carer is a hero that bravely walks beside someone with dementia, these funds support those taking care of others.
Time: 10am – 6pm
Shifts: 2 Hours

Auckland Wide (North, East, South, Central, Waiheke, Rodney, West)
Register now!

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