Wade Heads, Whangaparaoa

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2698 days ago

St Chads Market, 117 Centerway Road, Orewa

Shirley Green from Hibiscus Coast Anglican Parish

St Chads hold a market on the first Saturday of every month. Sell any item of your choice, brand new items, books, clothes, art and craft or clear out your rarely used stuff that you have lying at home and sell it. EVERYONE WELCOME. $15.00 per space and hire tables available for $5 each. Please … View moreSt Chads hold a market on the first Saturday of every month. Sell any item of your choice, brand new items, books, clothes, art and craft or clear out your rarely used stuff that you have lying at home and sell it. EVERYONE WELCOME. $15.00 per space and hire tables available for $5 each. Please phone or text Shirley 0272442832 or email shirley.green16@gmail.com to book your space.

Price: $15

2698 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.

The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.

So go on, encourage your local primary… View more
The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.

The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.

So go on, encourage your local primary school to get stuck in. Share your passion for growing fresh, nutritious food and win! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs and it’s really easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Enter now

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2698 days ago

Superheroes raise money for deaf kids

Loud Shirt Day

Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?

This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View more
Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?

This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.

Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!

If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.

Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
Register now

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2699 days ago

One For Her - tackling period poverty

Michelle from Stanmore Bay

Hey ladies, you may have seen this picture on billboards as you have been driving around the coast and wondered what it was all about. One For Her is a community initiative I set up recently to collect donations of sanitary items that are then given to those who are struggling to afford these … View moreHey ladies, you may have seen this picture on billboards as you have been driving around the coast and wondered what it was all about. One For Her is a community initiative I set up recently to collect donations of sanitary items that are then given to those who are struggling to afford these "luxury items".
We have collection points that accept donations in Whangaparaoa, Silverdale, Orewa, Dairy Flat, Warkworth & Snells Beach. Please see our Facebook and Instagram pages for more information - search "oneforher" or email me oneforher.nz@gmail.com

Next time you are buying sanitary products for yourself, please consider buying one for someone who can't afford to buy for herself.

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2699 days ago

books and DVD

Kurt from Matakatia - Tindalls Beach

we have a lot of German Books and German DVD to give away

Free

2700 days ago

How high are your power bills this winter?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?

We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.… View more
Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?

We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.

Do your power bills come in way higher than your friends and family? Do you know why, or does the amount always take you by surprise? Maybe, like the family who created an effective solar panel heater out of drink cans, or the blogger who enjoys free power generated by a converted washing machine, you've found a creative way to minimise your bills. If so, how do you do it?

Whether your bills are high and you're looking for ways to reduce them, or you have some secrets to low power bills that you're willing to share, we'd love to hear from you. Email homed@stuff.co.nz and one of our reporters will be in touch.

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2700 days ago

We have new opening hours!

Apollo Medical

The Apollo Medical Centre’s Urgent Care / Walk-in service has been replaced with a significant increase in availability of booked doctor appointments on the day.

You are able to book appointments with your chosen doctor between 7.30am and 6.30pm Monday to Thursday, and between 7.30am and … View more
The Apollo Medical Centre’s Urgent Care / Walk-in service has been replaced with a significant increase in availability of booked doctor appointments on the day.

You are able to book appointments with your chosen doctor between 7.30am and 6.30pm Monday to Thursday, and between 7.30am and 5.30pm on Fridays. There are ‘on the day’ appointments available throughout each weekday, and on Saturday mornings. We are now closed Saturday afternoons, all day Sundays, and public holidays.

New patients and their families are welcome to enroll at Apollo Medical Centre.

Find out more at www.apollomedical.co.nz or by phoning 09 477 3700

You matter, we make it happen!
Find out more!

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2701 days ago

NZ MADE/NĀ NIU TĪRENI: Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Find out more about what happened to Ngāti … View more
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Find out more about what happened to Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, where you live in Auckland, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.

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2701 days ago

Harvey Norman Flagship Store at Wairau Park

Harvey Norman

Flagship Store now open, visit us for a unique shopping experience like no other. Find out more

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2704 days ago

Silverdale Park n Ride bus stop

Rob from Manly

I sent a message to Auckland Transport re when the actual bus station part was going to be finished.


I got 2 replies stating 2 different things ...
1st reply on 5 July
The second phase is the busway building construction. This is being tendered shortly and is expected to be completed by mid-2019.… View more
I sent a message to Auckland Transport re when the actual bus station part was going to be finished.


I got 2 replies stating 2 different things ...
1st reply on 5 July
The second phase is the busway building construction. This is being tendered shortly and is expected to be completed by mid-2019. We are also hoping to add another 90 carparks to the park and ride area during the second phase of stage two. At this time, we are currently waiting on an environment court decision which we can expect in two months.


2nd reply 24 July
Unfortunately the time frame for the construction of the station building has changed primarily due to the delay in finalising the station design and in addition to this a delay in acquiring the resource consent for the additional 90 car parks. The expected construction time frame for the station building is from October 2018 to June 2019.


So the actual bus station part either (a) hasn't been designed yet or (B)the council haven't tendered out for the building of it yet depending on which reply you go with, either way nothing will be done till at least October. But as AKL Transport advised a finish date of June next year I wouldn't be hopeful of anything being done till mid 2019.
There is no reason why they cant complete the building of the station while they argue about the resource consent for the extra 90 car parks. By the time they add the car parks they will wish it was an extra 290...not the short sighted 90 they have planned for now.


"Auckland Council, planning for last decade, in the next decade"

2702 days ago

Rhino blinds

Rhino Blinds Ltd

Special on indoor blind for the month of August.
30% of and free installation.

2702 days ago

Poll: Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Students are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles … View moreStudents are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles at a leadership exercise in Palmerston North last year. However students can still use firearms as part of shooting clubs and competitions. Click here to read the full article and guidelines.

So what do you think of the new rules? Are you for or against them?

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Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?
  • 40.7% Yes, the guidelines are great
    40.7% Complete
  • 50.2% No, this is PC gone mad
    50.2% Complete
  • 9% I'm on the fence on this one
    9% Complete
2776 votes
2703 days ago

Roofing problems?

Reg Hopper from Reg Hopper

Are you having problems with your roof?
Or do you need your roof replaced?
Would you like your outdoor/bbq/deck area covered?

I'm a roofing contractor (based in Redvale) with 25 years experience, specialising in Longrun Coloursteel roofs and Easiroll Fibrelight roofing - excellent for … View more
Are you having problems with your roof?
Or do you need your roof replaced?
Would you like your outdoor/bbq/deck area covered?

I'm a roofing contractor (based in Redvale) with 25 years experience, specialising in Longrun Coloursteel roofs and Easiroll Fibrelight roofing - excellent for your outdoor areas, rolls out in one piece so no ugly joins.

Give me a call on 021 0823 8329 or send me a message for a free no obligation quote.

Thanks
Reg

2703 days ago

Open Day - Tuesday 7 August

Kristin

Kristin - an environment to open minds that open doors.

Take the first step in your child's journey to help them reach their true potential. Come and experience Kristin's unique Middle and Senior School environments for yourself at our Open Day on Tuesday 7 August, starting at … View more
Kristin - an environment to open minds that open doors.

Take the first step in your child's journey to help them reach their true potential. Come and experience Kristin's unique Middle and Senior School environments for yourself at our Open Day on Tuesday 7 August, starting at 10:15am.

Register your attendance with our Admissions team today. Limited spaces for Middle and Senior School students are available in 2019.

Call Marg Cross on 09 415 9566 ext 2324 or visit www.discoverkristin.school.nz
Find out more!

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2703 days ago

Smart Steps to Business

Nick from Silverdale

Smart Steps to Business is a Free Tuition, Level 3, NZQA Accredited Programme (in association with Te Wananga o Aotearoa) where you can learn how to start a business and turn your talents and ideas into profit. SSB is starting in the evening at Silverdale this week and we still have some places … View moreSmart Steps to Business is a Free Tuition, Level 3, NZQA Accredited Programme (in association with Te Wananga o Aotearoa) where you can learn how to start a business and turn your talents and ideas into profit. SSB is starting in the evening at Silverdale this week and we still have some places available for you to join. If you can get to Kingsway School and want to create your own future (FOR FREE!) then please contact/Txt Bill on 021904977 for an immediate start.

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