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A North Carolina man who made headlines when he was caught for break-ins after winning a doughnut-eating contest has been arrested again. And this time he's accused of stealing from a doughnut shop.
January 21, 2018
Auckland mothers have complained about policies around breastfeeding and formula feeding in hospitals.
January 18, 2018
Some charismatic critters caught by motion-detecting wildlife cameras seem to know how to strike a pose.
January 17, 2018
This movement/music workshop will offer participants the opportunity to engage with Māori legend/story using processes involving dance and music.
January 15, 2018
An aviation student in northern Minnesota pulled off a sky-high marriage proposal by writing "Marry Me" in the snow, then flying his long-time girlfriend over his handiwork.
January 11, 2018
Many Aucklanders would like a machine to regularly clear popular Takapuna Beach of seaweed, but a councillor says that would lead to erosion.
January 9, 2018
This Sacred Space is a spiritual shortcut to feel how you are truly doing, what your soul actually wants, and what you need to let go of, to get there.
January 7, 2018
A gigantic landslide in a shopping centre car park on Auckland's North Shore has worsened in the current storm, with a footpath collapsing into the slip.
January 4, 2018
Takapuna Beach is your ultimate summer destination because the Summer Days Festival is happening from the 12th until the 14th of January at Gould Reserve, Takapuna Beach.
January 3, 2018
The Russian Armed Forces has unveiled its latest cutting-edge weapon in a New Year's greetings video: cuddly puppies.
January 2, 2018
Introducing the Takapuna Food, Wine & Music Festival, an exciting and vibrant new event to hit Smales Farm on Auckland’s North Shore this summer 2018.
December 20, 2017
For months, residents of an Auckland street have had to check whether their tap water is running clear before they fill up a drink bottle or put a load of whites through the washing machine.
December 18, 2017
Everyone knows the slogan: If you're in an emergency dial 111. It's designed to be simple and concise to best help those who need it - you would think.
December 14, 2017
Come and see the biggest Christmas lights display on the Northshore, all to raise money for Starship Childrens Hospital.
December 14, 2017
Reports of a restructure at a community police station have businesses on Auckland's North Shore worried.
December 12, 2017
A Wisconsin woman accused of robbing three banks while she was more than eight months pregnant pleaded guilty to robbing two of them and was sentenced to four years in prison.
December 10, 2017
Five beds at the North Shore acute mental health unit He Puna Waiora remain closed, nearly two months on from a staffing crisis forced the service's hand.
December 8, 2017
It’s with great excitement that we announce global bestselling children’s author, David Walliams is coming to Auckland this December with his dazzling new novel, Bad Dad (publishing Nov-6).
December 6, 2017
"Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
- Og Mandino
December 4, 2017
Tiaho Trust's bi-annual "Getting Out There – Making the Most of Living Expo" is for all members of the community with an interest in health and mobility, seniors and those who want to make the most of living.
November 30, 2017
"In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on."
- Robert Frost
November 27, 2017
A formal "sorry" for Auckland City's overgrown reserves and parks has been issued by Auckland Council's parks maintenance contractor Ventia.
November 26, 2017
"I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual."
- Henry David Thoreau
November 23, 2017
Auckland Council's parks maintenance contractor Ventia is saying sorry to residents and ratepayers.
November 22, 2017
New Zealand's most diverse Automotive Festival is back for 2017 with a whole bunch of exciting features and attractions in a new, improved show format. Witness true automotive culture in a genuine festival environment where you will experience the key ingredients for the ultimate car lover's day out.
November 20, 2017
Residents clapped and breathed a sigh of relief as their decade-long battle to feel safe in their own homes, came to a close.
November 16, 2017
Love Awakening Workshop: Just for Couples.
November 14, 2017
"There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it."
- Edith Wharton
November 12, 2017
Extending the hours of operation of transit lanes on Auckland's congested Onewa Rd will lead to more misery for commuters and impact on businesses, according to disenchanted residents.
November 9, 2017
"Many a trip continues long after movement in time and space have ceased."
- John Steinbeck
November 8, 2017
Watercare is hosting a public open day at Rosedale Wastewater Treatment Plant.
November 6, 2017
"It's not what you pay a man, but what he costs you that counts."
- Will Rogers
November 2, 2017
Melbourne Cup - the race that stops two nations is just around the corner so it's time to get those fabulous frocks and fascinators out!
November 1, 2017
Results now out from electoral booths on Auckland's North Shore show a surge in support for Labour compared with the last election.
October 29, 2017
Help the environment, get yourself a bargain and support the local community all at once!
October 26, 2017
After years of leniency, parents are now getting pinged for parking in an Auckland business hub when they pick up their children after school.
October 25, 2017
"Quality is everyone's responsibility."
- W. Edwards Deming
October 23, 2017
The huge Rawene car park slip could create a dam endangering the iconic Chelsea heritage park below it, council engineers say.
October 19, 2017
"Where there is no vision, there is no hope."
- George Washington Carver
October 17, 2017
Enhance Your Lifestyle at the Better Home & Living Show!
October 15, 2017
"Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much."
- Blaise Pascal
October 12, 2017
The Fine Homes Tour of Devonport provides a rare opportunity to visit 10 Devonport homes of distinction, plus an extra bonus garden in Spring 2017.
October 11, 2017
Twenty-seven fatalities on Northland roads this year is an "unacceptable" toll and police are pleading with motorists to listen to basic safety messages with Labour Weekend approaching.
October 9, 2017
Auckland residents are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the state of the roads and footpaths, despite increased investment from both local and central government.
October 5, 2017
Stressing about the school holidays? No need to fear, KP is here!
October 4, 2017
"Just because something doesn't do what you planned it to do doesn't mean it's useless."
- Thomas A. Edison
October 2, 2017
Not many people dispute their transit lane fines but, of those who do, nearly a quarter have their ticket overturned.
September 21, 2017
"You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you."
- Joseph B. Wirthlin
September 19, 2017
Each year Stanley Bay School holds a Gigantic Garage Sale of good quality second-hand goods to include books, clothes, sporting goods, Manchester, art, designer clothes, bric-a-brac and electrical goods.
September 17, 2017
"The secret of business is to know something that nobody else knows."
- Aristotle Onassis
September 14, 2017
An independent commissioner is recommending the Takapuna Beach campground be leased for 30 years to a private operator and get spruced-up.
September 12, 2017
A fun night for single people On arrival you are given a complimentary wine, beer or juice.
September 10, 2017
Safety in the South Pacific was on the agenda at the first collaborative meeting between the New Zealand Navy and other Pacific defence forces.
September 7, 2017
The Fine Homes Tour of Devonport provides a rare opportunity to visit 10 Devonport homes of distinction, plus an extra bonus garden in Spring 2017.
September 6, 2017
"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work."
- Thomas A. Edison
September 4, 2017
Hypermarket New Zealand's is having an end of financial year stock-take sale.
August 31, 2017
"The aim of education is the knowledge, not of facts, but of values."
- William S. Burroughs
August 30, 2017
"The aim of education is the knowledge, not of facts, but of values."
- William S. Burroughs
August 30, 2017
Introduced last year and hailed as "top of the line", more than 10 double-decker buses have been taken off the roads in Auckland, after a fault in the chassis was found.
August 28, 2017
"Sadness flies away on the wings of time."
- Jean de La Fontaine
August 24, 2017
A wet autumn and winter has seen increased concerns over the amount of sedimentation coming off developments at Okura and Long Bay.
August 23, 2017
Behind New World and next door to the Art Depot. This is a healing day with like-minded practitioners. This Event is different to other psychic and holistic fairs as it is not about the quantity of stallholders but the quality, ensuring a safe, healing and fun environment where everyone gets an opportunity to experience something for themselves.
August 21, 2017
Waitemata Police are warning about the dangers of using synthetic cannabis and say it may be present, even in areas where there haven't been arrests.
August 17, 2017
The New Zealand Burlesque Festival is a celebration of all things Burlesque, with 3 shows over three nights as well as workshops and an industry awards brunch.
August 16, 2017
"Nobody ever drowned in his own sweat."
- Ann Landers
August 14, 2017
Yealands wines enjoy a distinctly unique flavour not found anywhere else in the world.
August 10, 2017
"I don't think of all the misery but of the beauty that still remains."
- Anne Frank
August 8, 2017
Many Auckland commuters started their weeks in frustration as accidents, rain and a breakdown on the Harbour Bridge ground traffic across the city to a halt.
August 6, 2017
"The reward of suffering is experience."
- Harry S Truman
August 3, 2017
Drivers are outraged at Auckland Transport's decision to give a private developer exclusive access to 25 public car parks from an already strained car park on the North Shore.
August 2, 2017
A tapas-style, single-movement ‘tasting platter’ of a programme, full of vibrant, piquant music from Spain, Argentina, Brazil, and beyond. Works by Ravel, Piazzolla, Cassado and Albeniz will be offered up alongside local New Zealand toe-tapping faves such as Claire Cowan and Alex Taylor.
July 31, 2017
E-bikes are exploding in popularity, but some cyclists complain they are a menace in the cycle lanes.
July 27, 2017
The Pink Floyd Experience return to New Zealand for 2 final encore performances of their critically acclaimed Animals 40th Anniversary Tour.
July 26, 2017
"Sports do not build character. They reveal it."
- Heywood Broun
July 24, 2017
Food trucks, fire and glo performers, music, entertainment!
July 20, 2017
"History is a vast early warning system."
- Norman Cousins
July 18, 2017
Pupils at an Auckland primary school are likely to be pleased the full force of winter has hit while they are on term holidays.
July 16, 2017
Lastseason.co.nz presents NZ's largest Clothing & Shoes Sale Expo. More than a $million worth of men's, women's & youth gear on sale.
July 13, 2017
"Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world."
- George Bernard Shaw
July 12, 2017
Speech and language therapist Bridget Oliver used to lug around books, flash cards, forms and photocopied bits of paper as she visited patients in west and north Auckland.
July 10, 2017
"Never go to a doctor whose office plants have died."
- Erma Bombeck
July 6, 2017
Schools with empty classrooms in seaside Devonport are considering ferrying pupils from central Auckland, raising safety concerns.
July 4, 2017
The Devonport Craft & Fine Food Market is the place to go for an amazing selection of high-quality, modern, unique, locally handmade crafts as well as a delicious range of locally produced food.
July 2, 2017
KJ's "Cirque Grande" - All new circus sensation presents world-class acts from around the globe. It brings a fresh and exciting new look to the circus in NZ.
June 29, 2017
Auckland Council has spent roughly $1.25 million on asbestos-related work in the past two years.
June 28, 2017
"Trust your hunches. They're usually based on facts filed away just below the conscious level."
- Joyce Brothers
June 26, 2017
The spine-tingling sound of bagpipes spread through the streets of west Auckland today.
June 22, 2017
"Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life."
- Berthold Auerbach
June 20, 2017
Join for an exposé into the style, where they have traditional barrel-aged examples, plus new-age kettle sours from New Zealand and around the world. Sour beers pair beautifully with rich food, so on the night the sours will be enjoyed with gourmet cured meats and cheeses.
June 18, 2017
"The future has a way of arriving unannounced."
- George Will
June 15, 2017
Stellar is back for its 3rd year and is set to shine brighter than ever!
June 14, 2017
Sick of being late to school Volkan Ozyurteri, took things into his own hands. And it has paid off.
June 12, 2017
The Devonport Craft & Fine Food Market is the place to go for an amazing selection of high-quality, modern, unique, locally handmade crafts as well as a delicious range of locally produced food.
June 8, 2017
Hilary Miller is on a mission to stamp out all signs of the moth plant.
June 7, 2017
"I can live for two months on a good compliment."
- Mark Twain
June 5, 2017
The serious illness of an irreplaceable cast member meant Torbay Theatre's production of Private Lives had to be postponed.
June 1, 2017
"Education's purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one."
- Malcolm Forbes
May 31, 2017
Creating a loving and friendly space for people to come and relax, enjoy or treat yourself to something special.
May 28, 2017
"Love is not to be purchased, and affection has no price."
- St. Jerome
May 25, 2017
The Ice Skate Tour travels around New Zealand with state of the art, artificial ice rinks. They look like ice and have 97% same gliding capacity as natural ice. Surrounded by an inflatable boarding and helmets + gloves provided at no charge (both compulsory for kids) it’s the safest possible way to try ice skating.
May 23, 2017
This introductory level workshop, held across two two-hour sessions is aimed at those of us who want to grow our own food at home but don't know how or where to start. Our experienced tutor is a passionate gardener and educator who loves growing things to eat.
May 21, 2017
A container truck crash near the Auckland Harbour Bridge had traffic backed up several kilometres to Newmarket, NZTA said.
May 21, 2017
All Trades Carpet looks after all my upholstery and carpet cleaning. Also, I
had a friend that had a flood in their house and I recommended Darren at All
Trades. She was pleased with his work. I would not hesitate to recommend this
company to all my family, friends.
- Joe
March 30, 2017
“Came thru very quickly, very thick and lush. A no fuss application and very even! My friends are going to buy me a goat to keep the grass down.”
- LORRAINE
March 6, 2017
"Jeremy installed a lawn for us almost two years ago, from day one it looked fabulous and is still looking great. The job was completed the same day and he left the garden looking immaculate.
Regards"
- Jacqui
January 31, 2017
'Rang up Andrew's company and arranged a quote. He turned up on time and after being given the quote, I felt well informed as he seems quite knowledgeable. The job involved a path, steps and a retaining wall. Was given a good price (cheaper than the other 2 quotes I got) and job went smoothly with no problems along the way. Glad we choose this bunch.'
- Ben
January 12, 2017
To succeed, you need to find something to hold on to, something to motivate you, something to inspire you.
January 5, 2017
"Pit Senyor," as chanted by devotees, honours the miraculous Santo Niño, the Holy Child Jesus every third Sunday of January. Such is a pageantry of faith, a celebration of the origin Christianity in the Philippines.
January 4, 2017
Fireworks let off on Auckland's Mt Wellington on Saturday night started a fire which burned in perfect circles and threatened to injure those above.
January 3, 2017
Free food has been flying off the shelves of a community fridge in central Auckland, organisers say.
December 21, 2016
Create your very own personalised amazing Angel or Sensational snowman using papier mache and interesting items in their hands with this 2 day workshop.
December 20, 2016
No matter what you're going through, there's a light at the end of the tunnel and it may seem hard to get to it but you can do it and just keep working towards it and you'll find the positive side of things.
December 19, 2016
Following our super-successful productions of The Pirates of Penzance in 2014 and The Mikado in 2015, the multi-award-winning team at Torbay Theatre is staging Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Gondoliers in December 2016.
December 15, 2016
I believe if you keep your faith, you keep your trust, you keep the right attitude, if you're grateful, you'll see God open up new doors.
December 14, 2016
A playground costing $1 million on Auckland's North Shore, promoted as being funded by local beneficiaries, in fact cost local ratepayers at least $100,000.
December 11, 2016
A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.
December 8, 2016
The Wellington car parking building which has been cordoned off since the November 14 earthquake will be demolished.
December 7, 2016
A major fundraiser for KidsCan, the Santa Run concept is simple - a 2-3km fun run/walk in a Santa suit!
December 6, 2016
The secret of your success is determined by your daily agenda.
November 30, 2016
Our 40 strong male choir lead by Welsh Musical Director, Lynn John and accompanied by renowned solo artists, will present Highlights from Handel's glorious oratorio, "Messiah". including arias.
November 28, 2016
An Auckland man has become the first New Zealander to receive specialised robotic surgery.
November 27, 2016
Ladies, do you love to dance?
Sol is a Lights Out, free-form dance session for women of all fitness levels. Come dance it out your own way in this new fitness craze that integrates your body, mind & spirit.
November 24, 2016
The Asteron building, on 55 Featherston St, home to the IRD headquarters, has been evacuated due to safety concerns following the earthquake.
November 22, 2016
Ultimately, leadership is not about glorious crowning acts. It's about keeping your team focused on a goal and motivated to do their best to achieve it, especially when the stakes are high and the consequences really matter. It is about laying the groundwork for others' success, and then standing back and letting them shine.
November 20, 2016
Brunching is something people on the North Shore love passionately, a Neighbourly.co.nz poll shows.
November 17, 2016
Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.
November 16, 2016
You are invited to be delighted!
Be dazzled and inspired at our Rockhounds Club monthly meetings and weekly Workshop Evenings.
November 14, 2016
"They (Victor) took the initiative, in a world which is competitive, I believe Victor Storage Systems have created added value, a point of differentiation which keeps them ahead of their competitors."
-Tyco Flow Control New Zealand
November 11, 2016
The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it.
November 11, 2016
A fun time for preschoolers to play with big toys, be active and to make new friends. Bring your toddler and a coffee and enjoy our beautiful parks! Caregiver supervision is required and sessions are weather dependent.
November 8, 2016
Auckland Car Club's executive committee is holding an urgent meeting following an ugly confrontation at the V8 Supercars at Pukekohe at the weekend.
November 6, 2016
The Browns Bay Christmas Tree is back in all its glory! To celebrate we will be running live music in the plaza from 12pm, with food trucks & kids activities.
November 3, 2016
One of the best things to do sometimes is simply to be.
November 2, 2016
The SkyPath walking and cycling route over Auckland Harbour Bridge has passed the final legal hurdle preventing its construction in the Environment Court today, November 2.
November 1, 2016
Gable Tostee's Kiwi girlfriend Lizzi Evans has told an Australian TV show that the pair is planning to move to New Zealand once Tostee finishes his studies.
October 26, 2016
This special class is catering to dog owners motivated to get fit together with your best friend! Every Saturday we'll meet at the gym and go over a workout that involves running, jumping and some weights, every time will be learning something different.
October 20, 2016
Life is best when you are in love.
October 18, 2016
Revolutionising the way junior cricket is run at Takapuna Cricket Club has netted Mike McCarthy a national award.
October 16, 2016
Enthusiasm is the best protection in any situation. Wholeheartedness is contagious. Give yourself, if you wish to get others.
October 13, 2016
Every year for the past 22 years, the annual Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit (GLS) in Chicago has been filmed and then shared in over 105 nations around the world - New Zealand being one of these.
October 12, 2016
Toyota has taken one giant leap for robot-kind by launching the first humanoid into space to converse with astronauts. Now, it's taking one small step toward commercialising robots for the masses.
October 10, 2016
The Fono, Auckland's largest Pacific-owned health provider, opened a Northcote branch with a festive launch on October 1.
October 4, 2016
The best is the enemy of the good.
October 3, 2016
You are invited to be delighted!
Be dazzled and inspired at our Rockhounds Club monthly meetings and weekly Workshop Evenings.
October 2, 2016
Look for your choices, pick the best one, then go with it.
September 29, 2016
Heritage farm animals and all that jazz! Bring the children and family to see the animals of a heritage farm, from sheep to goats, piglets, and rabbits.
September 28, 2016
An Auckland woman who has documented her incredible 92kg weight loss achievement on Instagram has opened up about her decision to have skin removal surgery.
September 27, 2016
To celebrate the life of this larger than life singer known for her songs like Dream a Little Dream and Make Your Own Kind of Music, the stars of the hit touring show California Dreaming – The Music of the Mamas and the Papas will take you on a psychedelic trip down memory lane.
September 22, 2016
Trials for digital assessments in secondary schools are off to a promising start - with just a few points to iron out, say participating students.
September 21, 2016
Old friends are best.
September 19, 2016
A five-storey- high raw milk silo has collapsed at Fonterra's Edendale plant in Southland.
September 15, 2016
"I have been using Ivan from A Plus Cleaning for over 10 years to clean my windows. They are a lovely caring family business with a customer-centric focus. They have always been totally reliable, trustworthy, and always do an amazing job of windows – in and out, showers, mirrors anything! Their rates are extremely reasonable. In my opinion they are the best window cleaners in Auckland!"
Regards
Sue
September 15, 2016
At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst.
September 13, 2016
The Career Clinic is presenting a 1-hour session at Devonport Community House to help equip parents with the skills to support their teens in their career decisions.
September 11, 2016
Grow old with me! The best is yet to be.
September 7, 2016
Would you like to learn Spanish, as you were living in Spain or Latin America? Learning about the culture with regional songs, lyrics, poems from Spanish poets and sharing traditional food or drink.
September 6, 2016
Auckland Council is planning a $12 million upgrade to the streetscape and stormwater system of one of the busiest retail centres on Auckland's North Shore.
September 5, 2016
Hillcrest Lions are holding a garage sale from which all proceeds go to local community projects.
September 1, 2016
A large network dealing in cocaine and methamphetamine in Auckland has been shut down after an investigation running for several months, police say.
August 30, 2016
Living well is the best revenge.
August 29, 2016
"WOW WOW WOW! Best Service I have EVER had! Sam went beyond the call of duty to help fix my issues. He communicated well and made sure I understood what was happening and what they were going to need to do to fix the issues. Sam turned up on time (even at 9.00pm one night which was not expected at all but I was very grateful for this). Kelly in the office was great to answering any questions I had in a timely matter. Great little team you guys! Keep up the great work! I will be telling everyone about your service and I will be in touch when I next need help! Thanks so much once again."
- Lisa
August 25, 2016
The second-to-last residents group holding up construction of the $33.5 million SkyPath bridge has withdrawn its appeal in the Environment Court.
August 24, 2016
Do right. Do your best. Treat others as you want to be treated.
August 23, 2016
We are holding a Taster Evening on August 23 so you can learn about whether coaching is right for you, as well as hear from one of our Course Graduates as she talks about the importance of niching and networking when building a coaching business.
August 21, 2016
Giving back, doing motivational speeches and stuff like that, that's always made me feel good. If you repeatedly go out there, and you are the change that you want to see, then that's what you are.
August 18, 2016
Our August 2016 Networking Event is another great opportunity for business professionals who live or work on Auckland's North Shore to meet other professionals in a relaxed and friendly environment.
August 16, 2016
Auckland Council has passed the city's long-term planning rulebook.
August 15, 2016
"We appreciated the quality of the work and the professional manner you engaged with us right throughout the job. We will be contacting you in the new year to paint the rest of the house. Thanks again for the work."
- Wendy
August 15, 2016
On this course you will learn and practise exactly how to change the communication challenges you are experiencing in your life to enjoy moving in harmony with anyone you choose.
August 10, 2016
I was motivated to be different in part because I was different.
August 8, 2016
An interest group is up in arms about a change proposed in Auckland's Unitary Plan that paves the way for a new housing development next to a small coastal settlement.
August 7, 2016
"We used Total Roofing for the first time three years ago on the Frucor head office project. It was a total refurbishment of a huge building, with replacement of a 15 by 180 metre roof area. The whole project was worth about $9 million.
It was a tough job, with removal of asbestos sheeting which had to be specially handled, bagged, and craned down. There was replacement of the roofing, wall cladding and spouting.
Frucor staff were still occupying the factory below and we were working on refurbishment of the office with other subtrades.
There were a few teething problems, as there are on all big jobs, but we sorted out a way forward and Total Roofing were great. I would definitely use them again."
- Ryan
August 4, 2016
The first in a series of meetings has been held to discuss the looming closure of Hato Petera College on Auckland's North Shore.
August 3, 2016
Many are called but few get up.
August 2, 2016
You are invited to be delighted!
Be dazzled and inspired at our Rockhounds Club monthly meetings and weekly Workshop Evenings.
August 1, 2016
God always strives together with those who strive.
July 28, 2016
A toilet-themed cafe where customers dine on meatballs floating in soup-filled latrines may not be everyone's idea of haute cuisine, but Indonesians are flocking to become privy to the latest lavatorial trend.
July 26, 2016
RainMakers United - This is a sales-centric network where we grow, prosper & improve.
This group provides an opportunity for sales professionals to network with each other. We will meet weekly in a casual environment that fosters meaningful connections and business referrals.
July 24, 2016
When you fail you learn from the mistakes you made and it motivates you to work even harder.
July 20, 2016
New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) courses are popular for anyone who wish to learn this visual language taught by a qualified Deaf tutor.
July 19, 2016
The eyes of the hockey world will be on Albany next year when New Zealand hosts the FIH Women's World League Final for the first time.
July 18, 2016
"The service provided by your people on this Saturday (Burns Ave to Anzac St, Takapuna) was excellent. They planned it well and finished the job on time. We were happy on your people and service. With no second thoughts we will recommends you to our friends and rest. We wish you all the best to grow bigger in the coming years."
- Ari
July 17, 2016
Come along. I provide Chiropractic care to athletes, corporate workers, pregnant mums, families and infants and the elderly.
July 14, 2016
When one must, one can.
July 11, 2016
The wait is on to see if anyone has won the record $40 million Powerball draw.
July 10, 2016
Thanks to an elderly cooking course, the daunting task of making dinner is now a lot easier for David Grey and Colleen Howarth.
July 7, 2016
When you fail you learn from the mistakes you made and it motivates you to work even harder.
July 6, 2016
A series of legal information presentations - Know Your Rights.
July 4, 2016
From my tribe I take nothing, I am the maker of my own fortune.
June 30, 2016
"Just a note to say what an absolutely fabulous product the Purebread Almond & Brazil is - I just love it! Luckily for me my husband does not like these types of spreads SO ALL FOR ME! It is absolutely "YUM" and of course very healthy. Naturally I will recommend to all my friends. Thanks for the good product and wish you well in your business. "
- Jill
June 30, 2016
Learn French whilst making art! Practice basic vocabulary and structures in a fun and creative environment.
June 29, 2016
Fans of renowned artist Christo faced disappointment for a second day Sunday after his latest work in northern Italy was partly closed by rain.
June 27, 2016
Diesel that has seeped into Lake Pupuke behind North Shore Hospital is being attributed to heavy rain overwhelming stormwater filters.
June 23, 2016
Follow your inner moonlight; don't hide the madness.
June 21, 2016
“Passport to Paris”
The children will be engaged in French culture and language.
June 19, 2016
"Thanks hugely to Deon and his team for moving our Takapuna bookshop to new Milford premises in rainy difficult conditions...no damages to fixtures or book cartons, extraordinary achievement. We are so appreciative of their carefulness and diligence over 12 hours of a very full-on day, thanks again boys you were the best."
- Tom
June 16, 2016
IMPACT! is a Train the Trainer course designed to support people who require a solid grounding and comprehensive toolkit on how to train adults at all levels in the organisation. The course would suit both entry-level as well as experienced learning and development practitioners who have responsibility for planning, delivering and assessing group or individual learning sessions.
June 15, 2016
A man has allegedly sold drug-laced muffins to NSW high school students, causing two to be hospitalised.
June 14, 2016
Get action. Seize the moment. Man was never intended to become an oyster.
June 13, 2016
Join us for our next networking event being hosted by NSP & Macs Brewbar Takapuna. Meet new people, expand your networking group and listen to Owen McCall speaking on “Thriving in an Age of Disruption –how to be the disruptor not the disrupted”
Cost: Free with registration
June 7, 2016
People are being warned not to eat shellfish from a point north of Auckland on risk of paralysis or respiratory failure.
June 5, 2016
"Victor Industries has continued to grow and adapt with our changing requirements, providing comprehensive technical consultation on all relevant warehousing aspects, from initial layout and engineering designs through to advice on continuing refinement and creative solutions."
- The Warehouse
June 2, 2016
This course will give you confidence and skills in all areas of public speaking: speaking off the cuff, giving prepared speeches, improving listening skills, evaluating others, conducting meetings and handling nervousness.
June 1, 2016
How do you know you're going to do something, untill you do it?
May 31, 2016
Two women have been attacked by a kangaroo while cycling in South Australia's Clare Valley.
May 30, 2016
I am not a has-been. I am a will be.
May 26, 2016
Northcote College students are being encouraged to eat a proper breakfast.
May 24, 2016
Sparta is elite team training, a strength and conditioning programme that includes everything from core to endurance, get that 6 pack or toned body you always dreamed of, never workout alone and feel bored again!
May 22, 2016
"I highly recommend Victor to anyone looking for a racking supplier they can trust as they work hard to build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships by continually providing excellent service backed up with first class technical support."
-MiTek New Zealand Ltd
May 19, 2016
Never complain and never explain.
May 18, 2016
Introduction to Hand Lettering & Calligraphy with the talented Kate Hursthouse: Freelance Calligrapher, Designer and Illustrator.
May 16, 2016
A Victorian football club is in hot water after a number of its members came to dress-up party in blackface.
May 15, 2016
Family Week is a celebration of New Zealand’s families – in all their shapes and sizes – and the perfect excuse to make the most of family time.
May 12, 2016
"Big thanks to Bruce Leighton and his team for our beautiful new insulated custom made garage door.
It is practical; smooth to open and close, and keeps the garage snugly warm. Bruce your professionalism and attention to detail is outstanding, if you ever need a verbal reference to prospective clients I am more than happy to provide.”
Ann
May 12, 2016
If you want to conquer fear, don't sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.
May 11, 2016
Auckland homeowners are to get off lightly this year with a relatively modest rates rise of 2.4 per cent.
May 10, 2016
I've always tried to go a step past wherever people expected me to end up.
May 5, 2016
A young man's attempt to take a selfie snapshot with the statue of a 16th century Portuguese king ended badly when the 126-year-old statue crashed to the ground and shattered, police said on Wednesday.
May 4, 2016
Join Bays North Harbour Parents Centre and Laura Morley from 'Toddler Talk' for our new course, Toilet Learning, with the focus being on going through this necessary stage with less mess and less stress!
May 4, 2016
You simply have to put one foot in front of the other and keep going. Put blinders on and plow right ahead.
April 26, 2016
More than 300 Kiwi defence personnel have returned from their largest peacetime humanitarian mission in the Pacific.
April 25, 2016
Timely Cloud based booking Software saves you Time and Money.
April 24, 2016
Even if you fall on your face, you're still moving forward.
April 21, 2016
Ninety one crosses have been laid outside the Birkenhead RSA, to honour soldiers who have died in international conflict.
April 20, 2016
Women With Swords
A western with swords!
April 18, 2016
Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again.
April 13, 2016
Lego Club at Albany House!
Every Thursday (term time only) starting 4 February 2016
April 12, 2016
Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump appears to have a passionate supporter in Joseph Hornick, a New Jersey man who faces a $2,000 fine or 90 days in jail for flying a flag emblazoned with the billionaire candidate's name over his home.
April 10, 2016
Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.
April 5, 2016
A chance conversation with a homeless man on Auckland's streets has inspired a charity drive involving hundreds of volunteers.
April 4, 2016
Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.
March 30, 2016
Preschool Music and Play
Come and join the fun and music!
Accepts donation
March 29, 2016
A South African lion called "Sylvester", who was on the loose for three weeks last year, has escaped from his game reserve again and is wandering a sparsely-populated mountain region, South African National Parks (SANParks) said on Tuesday.
March 28, 2016
There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that's your own self.
March 22, 2016
Go for it now. The future is promised to no one.
March 17, 2016
A comprehensive 2 day training course for first level management e.g. Team Leaders, Supervisors, Section Heads, or Chargehands. Delegates learn and practice the skills to lead a team to achieve personal, departmental and company goals.
March 15, 2016
Native water life is on the rebound in a surprising place.
March 9, 2016
Good, better, best. Never let it rest. 'Til your good is better and your better is best.
March 8, 2016
RainMakers United - This is a sales-centric network where we grow, prosper & improve.
March 7, 2016
Plant thy foot firmly in the prints which His foot has made before thee.
March 2, 2016
Are you concerned about what is in your fresh fruit and vegetables from the Supermarket?
Do you want to know how to grow your own without chemical fertilisers and sprays?
Do you want to know when to plant to get the best results
March 1, 2016
While Brazil's economy is in the doghouse, one underground business is bucking the trend -- dognapping.
February 29, 2016
Experience a taste of France with the opening of the Takapuna leg of the 2016 Alliance Française French Film Festival and the Auckland première of The Sweet Escape.
February 25, 2016
Give light and people will find the way.
February 23, 2016
All Gabrielle Kim wants is for her son to be able to run around and play with his friends.
February 21, 2016
Nothing is worth more than this day.
February 17, 2016
Egypt's top prosecutor has ordered the arrest of a Facebook page administrator whose assertion on a popular television talk show that a third of married women in the conservative country are unfaithful caused a social media uproar.
February 16, 2016
As seen in NZ Herald and heard on the radio, Gymdogs are here!
February 15, 2016
The fact that I can plant a seed and it becomes a flower, share a bit of knowledge and it becomes another's, smile at someone and receive a smile in return, are to me continual spiritual exercises.
February 11, 2016
A mystery donor has given a long-sought Takapuna project a million dollar plus kick-start.
February 9, 2016
As seen in NZ Herald and heard on the radio, Gymdogs are here!
February 7, 2016
Michael Murphy - he's the answer to a question on the inside of a Tui bottle lid! (Who was the runner up to Ben Lummis on NZ Idol!) He's a bonafide rock star and he performs with the very fine Becks Wright. Happening current and classic dance music.
February 4, 2016
God sleeps in the minerals, awakens in plants, walks in animals, and thinks in man.
February 3, 2016
A Pakistani man has been arrested for hoisting the flag of arch rival India on his roof, an act police described as "anti-state" but which the accused says was a tribute to Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli, officials said on Wednesday.
February 1, 2016
Keep all special thoughts and memories for lifetimes to come. Share these keepsakes with others to inspire hope and build from the past, which can bridge to the future.
January 28, 2016
Find the areas that hold you back in your life and be able to transmute them. Fears that consume you, your passion for life, and of all that you create can become your allies for growth and expansion in relationships, business and prosperity.
January 26, 2016
Trains to Auckland's North Shore are a matter of when, not if, the city's outgoing mayor Len Brown says.
January 24, 2016
Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.
January 19, 2016
This special class is catering to dog owners motivated to get fit together with your best friend! Every Saturday we'll meet at the gym and go over a workout that involves running, jumping and some weights, everytime will be learning something different.
January 18, 2016
Opportunistic petrol thieves may have lost their appetite for crime after seemingly copping a taste of raw sewage in a botched siphoning attempt.
January 17, 2016
Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind.
January 14, 2016
Takapuna Bar presents David Haslett.
January 13, 2016
Ameerah Almarrani's story is one that puts into perspective what life is like for some migrants.
January 12, 2016
Queeny Penhall, with newborn daughter Adelaide, wants to prevent women from suffering the same thing she did with her pregnancies.
January 7, 2016
Priority Fitness is an elite fitness gym offering Ninjutsu/Ninpo classes in North Shore, New Zealand for kids, men and women.
January 5, 2016
A Briton working at a foreign-owned gold mine in Kyrgyzstan has been detained and faces up to five years in jail for comparing a local delicacy to a horse penis, authorities said Sunday.
January 3, 2016
I am not afraid of tomorrow, for I have seen yesterday and I love today!
December 21, 2015
Christmas Carols sung by a choir in the ferry terminal building as well as a carol sing-along with the audience, this event is for all ages. It is free and has been a North Shore tradition (at Birkenhead Pier in the past). Donations accepted for Auckland City Mission.
December 21, 2015
Dolls have been set on fire and equipment has been tagged at a playcentre.
December 20, 2015
North Shore's premier live music venue is having their xmas party.
Be sure not to miss this one.
Live music with Guest musicians
December 18, 2015
If you accept the expectations of others, especially negative ones, then you never will change the outcome.
December 16, 2015
Investigators said on Monday that red balls had been placed in the eye sockets of a woman’s embalmed head found a year ago in a case that may be linked to a growing black market for body parts.
December 14, 2015
Silence is the last thing the world will ever hear from me.
December 10, 2015
That's right, Comedy Grapevine is turning a year old!
So we figured it's a time to celebrate! And what do you need at any family celebration? A laugh, a beer and a creepy uncle that get's up after a few wines to spin a few tales!
December 8, 2015
Auckland's Opera Factory is bringing one of its most popular shows back to life.
A Christmas Carol, composed by New Zealander Philip Norman, is a lighthearted musical extravaganza based on the novel by Charles Dickens.
December 6, 2015
4 Wellington Phoenix v Waitakere United
December 2, 2015
It is only in sorrow bad weather masters us; in joy we face the storm and defy it.
December 1, 2015
Just in time for holiday shopping, an entire South Dakota ghost town, complete with its own watering hole, is on sale for $250,000, a real estate agent said on Monday.
November 30, 2015
Your ordinary acts of love and hope point to the extraordinary promise that every human life is of inestimable value.
November 26, 2015
This special class is catering to dog owners motivated to get fit together with your best friend! Every Saturday we'll meet at the gym and go over a workout that involves running, jumping and some weights, everytime will be learning something different.
November 24, 2015
A collaboration between schools has been approved by the Ministry of Education.
November 22, 2015
Friday November 20th sees the return of The Mountain Warrior, Shane Cameron to the boxing arena...but again, he'll be donning a suit and tie as the promoter rather than a pair of gloves.
November 19, 2015
Look within. Within is the fountain of good, and it will ever bubble up, if thou wilt ever dig.
November 18, 2015
Two zebras broke free from a circus in Philadelphia on Sunday, bringing traffic to a crawl as they roamed city streets for about an hour and strolled past customers inside a fitness center, authorities said.
November 16, 2015
R1 Auckland City FC v Hawke's Bay United
November 11, 2015
Only those who have learned the power of sincere and selfless contribution experience life's deepest joy: true fulfillment.
November 10, 2015
Waitemata District Health Board has welcomed a new hospital ward dedicated to women.
November 8, 2015
Everyone has inside of him a piece of good news. The good news is that you don't know how great you can be! How much you can love! What you can accomplish! And what your potential is!
November 5, 2015
Learn about the different facets of anger, including the relationship between anger and stress. In a supportive group environment, participants will develop skills in preventing anger from making stressful situations worse. Includes some CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) skills.
November 2, 2015
Georgia authorities were investigating on Friday how a group of inmates in a suburban Atlanta jail were able to make a rap music video using jailhouse equipment and then get it posted on social media, sheriff's officials said.
November 1, 2015
Dozens of people are stuck on either side of a buckled bridge in Upper Hutt, as floods hit the lower North Island from Lower Hutt to Waikanae.
October 28, 2015
I thank you God for this most amazing day, for the leaping greenly spirits of trees, and for the blue dream of sky and for everything which is natural, which is infinite, which is yes.
October 27, 2015
Enjoy live piano music while dining at Thyme Restaurant, or sharing a few drinks with friends at The Club Bar.
October 25, 2015
Let us make our future now, and let us make our dreams tomorrow's reality.
October 22, 2015
An off-duty Maryland police officer charged with biting a man's testicles during a fight is no longer working for the department, a spokeswoman said on Monday.
October 20, 2015
A group of teenagers are off on an adventure to build toilets in a Third World country.
October 19, 2015
Learn CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) skills to understand how you experience depression and what you can do to gain control and reduce the effects of it on you and your life. Safe, interactive group for sharing and learning.
October 14, 2015
Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has dismissed as wide of the mark reports that he sprayed Russian President Vladimir Putin with the winner's champagne after Sunday's grand prix in Sochi.
October 12, 2015
When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.
October 11, 2015
Enjoy great food and stay for a boogie, be entertained by top Auckland singers Joe Cotton and Pauline B, fun and lively repertoire, great atmosphere at the newly branded Good Home in Birkenhead (formerly the Slipp Inn).
October 8, 2015
Stories about people's battles with cancer are often close to home and this one certainly is for the North Shore Times. Hill is a media sales consultant for the paper.
October 6, 2015
One of the world's most famous central bank chiefs, Bank of England Governor Mark Carney, briefly became the late American actor Art Carney during a Canadian election debate on Friday.
October 4, 2015
Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.
October 1, 2015
Looking for something to do on a Thursday night then come along and see QBE Harbour take on Otago.
Fantastic evening out, get a group together and back our Boys!
September 30, 2015
Two police officers have been involved in a crash on their way to a domestic assault on Auckland's North Shore.
September 28, 2015
Storylines' annual Big Kids' Lit Quiz is on again -
come along for a fun filled night led by our very
own international Quizmaster
Wayne Mills
September 22, 2015
I want to fly a jet. I'd love to just be in the air and go mach 3 or mach 4. Or, I'd be an underwater salvager. I've always been fascinated with the Bermuda Triangle and Atlantis. I love chemistry, also. That's why acting is so random for me!
September 21, 2015
Mike Carmichael simply wanted to do something weird when he and his 3-year-old son slapped a coat of blue paint on a baseball in 1977.
September 20, 2015
Come out for dinner at The Good Home, Birkenhead (formerly The Slipp Inn) then stay for top quality live music with Auckland singer and guitar Ed Gaiger and drummer - he's a legend, all the hits you want to hear. One of Auckland's favourite live acts.
September 17, 2015
A team of good Kiwi blokes are lending a helping hand to the elderly, disabled, sick, widowed and solo parents.
September 16, 2015
I look a lot busier than I am, as I'm actually a rather sporadic, random person and I'll play a few gigs and then disappear for a while.
September 15, 2015
A Colorado trail runner who in July set a record for the fastest completion of the Appalachian Trail agreed on Wednesday to pay a $500 fine to Maine after breaking state rules by celebrating his feat with champagne at the trail's northern terminus, his attorney said.
September 9, 2015
Then look no further - we have the Joy of Dance, Conditioning of Martial Arts and the Mindfulness of Yoga - what more could you ask for?
September 7, 2015
Donating a gate to the North Shore bird lady is the least the community can do for the "unsung hero", says Diane O'Connor.
September 6, 2015
I have a Woody Allen Jewish attitude to life: that it's all going to be disastrous. That it hasn't all been that way is simply down to some random quirk of fate.
September 3, 2015
An evening of Opera, Musical Theatre and New Zealand song featuring Emily Scott - NZ Opera -Dame Malvina Emerging Arist, with special guest PATRICIA WRIGHT - one of New Zealand's finest sopranos and Jarvis Dams - NZ Opera Dame Malvina Major Emerging Artist and accompanied by David Kelly Principal Repetiteur for NZ Opera.
September 2, 2015
A US man who found a $20 bill on a street outside San Francisco International Airport used it to play the California lottery and won $1 million, a lottery spokesman said on Monday.
August 31, 2015
Join experienced teacher Kate Southward for a ten-week introductory course in Vinyasa Flow Yoga. This will be a great opportunity for those interested to learn more about yoga and build their practice from the ground up.
August 26, 2015
Know what you're trying to do before you do it. Turning knobs at random isn't enlightening any more than throwing paint at a wall blindfolded will let you paint a nice picture.
August 19, 2015
Hay Fever is a comedy written by Noel Coward and is best described as a cross between high farce and a comedy of manners. The play is set in an English country house in the 1920s and deals with the four eccentric members of the Bliss family and their outlandish behaviour when they each invite a prospective lover to spend the weekend- unbeknownst to the others.
August 18, 2015
Seattle police witnessed the "miracle of childbirth" when a patrolman pulled over a speeding car en route to an area hospital, and ended up helping a woman in labor deliver her baby girl, police said on Monday.
August 17, 2015
Regional Facilities Auckland (RFA) is hoping to put an end to traffic woes at QBE Stadium in Albany.
August 13, 2015
Technology has changed, and we need to figure out how to improve the archaic way of what makes a hit, or how to determine how many viewers are watching beyond some people with Nielsen boxes in a small percentage of homes in random areas.
August 10, 2015
Digital Painting has become the preferred choice for the modern artist, and is used to create stunning artwork for web, comics and illustration. This short course introduces you to the techniques and closely guarded tricks of digital artists using Photoshop.
August 9, 2015
I was taught over and over again that the accumulation of random mutations led to evolutionary change - led to new species. I believed it until I looked for evidence.
August 5, 2015
As seen in NZ Herald and heard on the radio, Gymdogs are here!
August 4, 2015
The North Harbour Rugby Union is celebrating 30 years. To mark the occasion Felicity Reid asked players, coaches and administrators with links to the union: What does North Harbour Rugby mean to you?
August 3, 2015
For one person, organized files might be a crucial tool for creativity; another person finds inspiration in random juxtapositions.
July 29, 2015
The SKY Stairclimb Team are pleased to host a charity movie screening of Sir Ian McKellen's new film, "Mr Holmes", to raise money for the Leukaemia and Blood Cancer Foundation.
July 27, 2015
Waitemata District Health Board (DHB) is all smiles after being recognised for its "welcoming and friendly" hospitals.
July 26, 2015
The balance of evidence both from the cell-free system and from the study of mutation, suggests that this does not occur at random, and that triplets coding the same amino acid may well be rather similar.
July 23, 2015
TV3's 7 Days favorite and Devonport local, the silver Badger - Paul Ego, is popping down to Hurstmere Road Brewbar to tell some darn good jokes and quoff a bit of wine and try and the mini burgers, he hears they're swell!
July 21, 2015
Long Bay Regional Park is due for a makeover after the Auckland Council's 10-year budget scraped through.
July 19, 2015
Luck really has nothing to do with human existence, since God is not a random God.
July 16, 2015
North Harbour netballers held their nerve to win the national under-19 title.
July 15, 2015
Priority Fitness is an elite fitness gym offering Ninjutsu/Ninpo classes in North Shore, New Zealand for kids, men and women.
July 14, 2015
It's not every day a dinosaur gets named after you, so Canadian fossil hunter Wendy Sloboda celebrated in a unique way.
July 14, 2015
I don't believe that if you do good, good things will happen. Everything is completely accidental and random. Sometimes bad things happen to very good people and sometimes good things happen to bad people. But at least if you try to do good things, then you're spending your time doing something worthwhile.
July 14, 2015
Filmmaker Danny Phillips wants New Zealand to see his shorts.
July 14, 2015
Auckland's SkyPath cycleway and walkway over the harbour bridge has been approved.
July 14, 2015
A dancer is excited by the "privilege" of performing just before the All Blacks run onto the field for their first game in Samoa.
July 14, 2015
Creativity is the process of having original ideas that have value. It is a process; it's not random.
July 14, 2015
