Hatfields Beach, Orewa

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2659 days ago

Thieves take disabled parking permits and sell them online

Renee Clayton Reporter from Rodney Times

An elderly man's mobility permit was stolen and peddled online for hundreds of dollars in a "disgusting" black market for fake IDs.

Disability advocates say thefts of the permits are becoming more common.

2657 days ago

Are you a landlord with vacant property?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

We recently reported on a Torbay landlord who after a quick supermarket trip found teenagers planning a party inside his vacant rental property. Let us know in the comments if you have had a similar experience, or you can email me at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz. Please put NFP if you don't … View moreWe recently reported on a Torbay landlord who after a quick supermarket trip found teenagers planning a party inside his vacant rental property. Let us know in the comments if you have had a similar experience, or you can email me at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz. Please put NFP if you don't want your comment to be published.

Police aren't aware of a spike in rental property break-ins on the North Shore, but suggest that landlords:
• Keep windows and doors locked
• Maintain a "lived-in" appearance on empty properties
• Keep trees and bushes tidy so burglars can't hide in them
• Use good quality locks and a reputable locksmith
• Install sensor lights
• Keep garden sheds and garages secure.

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2657 days ago

It's not too late to get in the draw!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

One lucky Neighbourly member is going to pulling into their driveway in this shiny new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690. Just a few more days to enter. All it takes is a single click. Get in the draw now!

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2657 days ago

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2658 days ago

Young heroes take on pests

Communications Team from Auckland Council

As part of Auckland Council's EnviroSchools programme, a team of Botany Downs Secondary College students have been trapping and capturing rats at the school and local reserve.

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2658 days ago

No more plastic bags!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

North Shore, get your pre-paid tags today! Grab a few so you'll never miss a collection day again. Find out more

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2658 days ago

House sitting

David from Hatfields Beach

We are looking for any house sitting in the Orewa - Hatfield’s Beach area between now and Xmas. We are a mature couple, very willing to care for animals. References are available. Please call David on 021476890.
Thanks.

Free

2659 days ago

Constructive ways to combat bullying

Juliet McGhie Reporter from Rodney Times

We've been hearing a lot about bullying in schools recently. We think it's important to keep having conversations about this important issue. But what can be done to prevent it? We'd love to hear your ideas. What should be done? Have you heard any success stories? What's worked … View moreWe've been hearing a lot about bullying in schools recently. We think it's important to keep having conversations about this important issue. But what can be done to prevent it? We'd love to hear your ideas. What should be done? Have you heard any success stories? What's worked for you and your family? Please comment below.

Write NFP (not for publication) if you don't want us to publish your comments.

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2659 days ago

Waitemata DHB's 24/7 mental health crisis line

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

We've received tip that the Waitemata DHB's 24/7 mental health crisis phone line may not be staffed consistently overnight. Email caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz and have your say in confidence.

Please type NFP if you don't want to be quoted.

2665 days ago

Auckland's April storm

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours,

On April 10 and 11 this year, Auckland was hit by its worst storm in a decade. The storm costs the insurance industry $74.4 million , and prompted Auckland Mayor Phil Goff to commit $40 million to ensure Auckland is prepared for future natural events.

We want to know of any … View more
Hi Neighbours,

On April 10 and 11 this year, Auckland was hit by its worst storm in a decade. The storm costs the insurance industry $74.4 million , and prompted Auckland Mayor Phil Goff to commit $40 million to ensure Auckland is prepared for future natural events.

We want to know of any walkways, beach access points, ramps and stairs that still need attention from Auckland Council. Let us know in the comments if there are any of these near you, or email me at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz if you have any photos.

Please type NFP if you don't want your comments to go to print.

2663 days ago

Our most misunderstood suburb

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Ōtara is our most misunderstood suburb - and residents say it should be allowed to shake off its bad reputation. Stuff has put together an investigation into one of Auckland's most deprived areas - take a look for yourself.

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2663 days ago

Rural property needs driveway work

Jan from Dairy Flat - Redvale

Is anyone able to supply some contacts of a company capable of fixing up a drive way (about 100m i guess but about 1/2 needs tlc) its gotten muddy and messy , we are looking for someone who can do a professional proper job, it may need some soft stuff removed ,and definitely more metal and proper … View moreIs anyone able to supply some contacts of a company capable of fixing up a drive way (about 100m i guess but about 1/2 needs tlc) its gotten muddy and messy , we are looking for someone who can do a professional proper job, it may need some soft stuff removed ,and definitely more metal and proper compaction, (dairy flat,selman road) thanks

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