Piha - Karekare, Piha

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2818 days ago

Do you agree with new fuel taxes to tackle congestion and the road toll?

Reporter Western Leader

Should motorists pay up? The Government is proposing a fuel tax increase across the country of between 9 and 12 cents a litre in order to fund rapid rail and bring down road deaths. Aucklanders are also in line for another 10 cent a litre increase to help sort out the city's traffic problems. … View moreShould motorists pay up? The Government is proposing a fuel tax increase across the country of between 9 and 12 cents a litre in order to fund rapid rail and bring down road deaths. Aucklanders are also in line for another 10 cent a litre increase to help sort out the city's traffic problems. Let us know what you think in the comments below.

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2817 days ago

What do you think of the Kopupaka Reserve?

Danielle Clent Reporter from Western Leader

Do any of you frequent the Kopupaka Reserve in the Westgate Town Centre?

What are your thoughts on it? Yesterday I noticed orange barriers floating in the water and a lot of rubbish in the area.

I am looking at doing a story about it for the Western Leader and Nor-west News.

If you … View more
Do any of you frequent the Kopupaka Reserve in the Westgate Town Centre?

What are your thoughts on it? Yesterday I noticed orange barriers floating in the water and a lot of rubbish in the area.

I am looking at doing a story about it for the Western Leader and Nor-west News.

If you would like to share your thoughts on the state of the reserve, comment below or email me on danielle.clent@stuff.co.nz.

Let us know if you do not want your comments used for a news story.

2818 days ago

Urgent car recall - is your vehicle affected?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The New Zealand government has announced a compulsory airbag recall affecting 50,000 vehicles. NZTA states members are 'strongly advised to respond promptly to the recall notification. If your car is under active recall, contact the supplier as soon as possible and make an appointment to get … View moreThe New Zealand government has announced a compulsory airbag recall affecting 50,000 vehicles. NZTA states members are 'strongly advised to respond promptly to the recall notification. If your car is under active recall, contact the supplier as soon as possible and make an appointment to get the airbags replaced'.

Here's everything you need to know:
1) Check if your car is affected
2) Find out more about the recall.
3) Read information on why you need to have your airbag replaced.

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2819 days ago

Surgical Mesh

Renate from Titirangi

Hi everyone, I am looking for help to spread the word on the risks of surgical mesh. An Australian inquiry has found that "mesh should only be used as a last resort" due to the severe complications experienced by some women, and has recommended a range of actions. We need the NZ … View moreHi everyone, I am looking for help to spread the word on the risks of surgical mesh. An Australian inquiry has found that "mesh should only be used as a last resort" due to the severe complications experienced by some women, and has recommended a range of actions. We need the NZ government to follow suite. There have been lots of promises, but no action. Please read and share the article. And if you, or someone you know, is mesh-injured they can find support in the Mesh Down Under closed FB support group. And/or come and share a coffee at a monthly coffee group.
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2818 days ago

Brick & Tile Estate - 156 : 574 - 20 Gordon Stanley Drive, Massey

Michael from

For Sale by Auction | For more info: sellwest.co.nz...

Your opportunity is now to obtain this solid family home in an upmarket location. Very convenient to the new 1 billion NZ dollar Westgate Town Centre, close to existing Westgate Shopping Centre and access to motorway 16 and 18, located in … View more
For Sale by Auction | For more info: sellwest.co.nz...

Your opportunity is now to obtain this solid family home in an upmarket location. Very convenient to the new 1 billion NZ dollar Westgate Town Centre, close to existing Westgate Shopping Centre and access to motorway 16 and 18, located in well known Massey High School zone. Presenting this very well maintained brick, tile and weatherboard home. Premium living style on a single level home with 574m2 (more or less) land area and 156m2 (more or less) floor area.

This near new home offers a very flexible 4 good sized bedrooms including a master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and 2 bathrooms, combined dining and modern designer kitchen, spacious living area and complete with double internal access garage and heat pump to keep you warm during the winter.

The CV on this property is $810,000 (2017). We are happy to supply a list of the last 12 months of transactions in this area. For a complete information-pack please text or email.

• Handy to Westgate Shopping Centre
• 4 Good Sized Bedrooms
• Master Bedroom With Walk In Wardrobe
• Heat Pump Installed
• 2 Bathrooms Including Ensuite
• Upmarket Modern Designer Kitchen
• Spacious Living Area
• Double Internal Access Garage

Call us now, or put this on the top of your Open Home list for this weekend. You need to be quick on this one.

Negotiable

2818 days ago

Porcupinefish found on Piha beach

Debrin Foxcroft Reporter from Western Leader

A young boy found a washed up porcupinefish on Piha beach. These come from the same family as pufferfish and are equally deadly.

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2818 days ago

School Holidays

Joanna from Titirangi

Hi neighbours, if anyone is looking for some reasonably priced holiday accommodation, we are offering our house at Onemana Beach on a 'school holiday special' $185 p/night, pay for 4, get one free! The house has tennis rackets and balls to use at the free, beach side tennis courts, access… View moreHi neighbours, if anyone is looking for some reasonably priced holiday accommodation, we are offering our house at Onemana Beach on a 'school holiday special' $185 p/night, pay for 4, get one free! The house has tennis rackets and balls to use at the free, beach side tennis courts, access to the local spa and swimming pool complex, games, DVDs, some bikes and best of all, all linens are included with beds nicely made for your arrival and remade for you when you leave and the house is located at the end of a cul de sac only 3 mins walk to the beach. ..plenty to keep the kids occupied for the holidays!

www.bookabach.co.nz...

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