Awhitu - Pollok, Awhitu

3214 days ago

Trains back on

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Pukekohe station is re-opening and full services will resume shortly.

The first Pukekohe to Papakura service will be at 2.53pm this afternoon.

There was some concern about possible storm damage to the signal box but a structural engineer has inspected the building and has found nothing to … View more
Pukekohe station is re-opening and full services will resume shortly.

The first Pukekohe to Papakura service will be at 2.53pm this afternoon.

There was some concern about possible storm damage to the signal box but a structural engineer has inspected the building and has found nothing to indicate any issues with it.

After talking with operator KiwiRail, Auckland Transport is re-opening the signal box and resuming train shuttles to Papakura.

We’d like to thank our customers for their patience. Auckland Transport and its partners KiwiRail and Transdev are committed to ensuring the safety of our passengers and staff.

For more information and updates go to www.at.govt.nz...

3214 days ago

Urgent salad recall

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

LeaderBrand has issued an immediate recall of its entire packaged salad range after listeria bacteria was found on a production line.

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3214 days ago

Are you a Sticky fan? Know someone who is?

Your favourite Sticky TV presenters Walter, Jah and Leanna (Teddy) will be at our Eye on Nature Free 2017 Event again for the second year in a row!

Save the Date - Saturday 1 April 2017!

Play games, hang out and learn all about what's in your backyard at this fun free family event.

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Your favourite Sticky TV presenters Walter, Jah and Leanna (Teddy) will be at our Eye on Nature Free 2017 Event again for the second year in a row!

Save the Date - Saturday 1 April 2017!

Play games, hang out and learn all about what's in your backyard at this fun free family event.

#EyeonNature #BeautifulManukau #StickyTV #EnvironmentalEducation #AucklandEvents #FREEEvents

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3215 days ago

Call to conserve water

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Water water everywhere but not a drop to drink . .
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3215 days ago

It's not over yet!

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

MetService has issued heavy rain warnings for the areas in the upper-North Island through to Saturday, with thundery falls.

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3215 days ago

Pukekohe train line suspended, buses replace train services

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The Pukekohe train line south of Auckland is suspended and buses will be transporting customers instead. 
The Auckland Transport Agency warned of the closure on Thursday evening and Friday morning, and said it was was due to a "signal fault". 
Do you know more? Email us ...

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3215 days ago

Who wants to WIN a bike?

SuperValue New Zealand

We've given away two kids bikes with helmets to two Neighbourly members who have entered and won! Congratulations to Meng Li, shopper from Supervalue Woburn and Brendan Walker, shopper from SuperValue Woburn, for winning a kids bike with SuperValue and Neighbourly! See who won!

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3215 days ago

IMPORTANT information for Aucklanders - please reduce your water use

Janie Smith from Watercare

Watercare is urging Aucklanders to reduce their water use by 20 litres per day until the end of March because this week’s storm has restricted the treatment capacity of the city’s largest water treatment plant. Water quality has not been compromised.

How much water is 20 litres?
Twenty … View more
Watercare is urging Aucklanders to reduce their water use by 20 litres per day until the end of March because this week’s storm has restricted the treatment capacity of the city’s largest water treatment plant. Water quality has not been compromised.

How much water is 20 litres?
Twenty litres will fill two buckets with water.

How can I save water easily?
1. Cut your shower time by two minutes: Approximate saving = 16 litres
2. Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth. Approximate saving = 4 litres
3. Don’t use your toilet to flush rubbish. Approximate saving = 7 litres
4. Only run your dishwasher when it’s full.
5. Only run your washing machine when it’s full.

Around half of Auckland’s water is sourced from four water storage dams in the Hunua Ranges. This water is treated at Ardmore Water Treatment Plant. Currently, the Ardmore plant is treating 50 per cent less water than normal because the flow entering the plant from the dams contains a lot of silt due to slips and erosion in the catchment, giving it a muddy appearance and making it more challenging to treat.

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3215 days ago

Our Korean War veterans

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

Yesterday I had the honour of speaking at the final New Zealand Korea Veterans Association parade. It was a beautiful event, held in the Hall of Memories at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

Time is the enemy of us all, and sadly many of our vets have passed away in recent years. As one who … View more
Yesterday I had the honour of speaking at the final New Zealand Korea Veterans Association parade. It was a beautiful event, held in the Hall of Memories at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

Time is the enemy of us all, and sadly many of our vets have passed away in recent years. As one who spoke yesterday put it, they have "marched into the pages of New Zealand's military history".

Thank you to all of our veterans. Your sacrifices and bravery will not be forgotten.

3215 days ago

Iron Māori is coming to Maratai

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Registrations are now open for Iron Māori Auckland, a participation-focused quarter-triathlon event for all ages.

Umupuia Maraetai will host the Auckland Iron Māori on 1 April 2017, beginning at 9am for tamariki and 10.30am for adults.

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3218 days ago

Garden Ornaments - For sale & restoration

Jacquie from Waiuku

Red toadstools with white spots - various sizes available from $5.00
Limited number of garden gnomes available as well - painted or paint your own - from $8
Also available paint your own magnets from $3 each
Also I do restorations on ornaments that are looking a little weathered - POA

Negotiable

3216 days ago

Neighbourhood Support Post

Andrea from Clarks Beach - Waiau Pa

Greetings all, I hope you are enjoying the final weeks of long nights, as darkness draws in, let's hope we get done all we need to do.

NHS Feb 2017 contribution.docx Download View

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