The Story of Surfdale
Did you know that Surfdale in Waiheke Island received its name via a competition? The winner was awarded a section of land near the beach...
At 8 pence a day on top of a small deposit, a Surfdale section was also promoted as a sound investment – so close to downtown Auckland that “values must go up and up and up”.
Well, they weren't wrong there.
Today, Waiheke Island brings to mind sunny vineyards and beachy weekend getaways. The image of Waiheke as an “island paradise” has its origins in 1920s marketing, but the island has long been desirable even as its character has changed over the past centuries.
As we go into the long weekend and begin to venture further afield again, why not have a read of how Waiheke came to be the place it is today, in this blog about its recent history by our Project Curator, Jane Groufsky.
www.aucklandmuseum.com...
Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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91.4% Yes
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8.2% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
Open Homes
🏡 Open Homes - Sunday 28 April
📍 357 McLachlan Road, Kaukapakapa at 11:00am
📍 23 Kawaupaka Road, Kaukapakapa at 11:45am
📍 279 Peak Road, Kaukapakapa at 12:15pm
📍 9 Empressa Heights, Helensville at 1:00pm
📍 4 Rautawhiri Road, Helensville at 1:30pm
📍 1a Captain Street, Helensville at 2:00pm
📍 36 Parakai Avenue, Parakai at 2:45pm
📍 230 Taupaki Road, Taupaki at 3:45pm
💻 Head to my website for more details: harcourts.net...
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