Reading Time: 2 minutesTwo years ago, when Janet Edmond approached Te Papapa School principal Robyn Curry and offered to build a new library for the school, Robyn admits her first thought was “yeah right!” But in March, she was delighted to be proved wrong as the school blessed their brand new Nieukerke Library. The Nieukerke Charitable Trust was ...
Reading Time: 2 minutesBusinesses in Onehunga voted in favour of reducing the size of the Business Improvement District (BID) area, following the results of a recent ballot. A total of 1,125 voting documents were issued, with 313 returned – representing a 27.8% return rate, above the 25% minimum required for the result to be valid. Of those who ...
Reading Time: 2 minutesA 14-year-old student from Onehunga High School is turning heads in the world of inline and ice hockey, combining talent, dedication, and a genuine passion for both sports. Hunter Pert has been on skates since he was three-years old, starting with inline hockey and quickly developing a love for the fast-paced, highly skilled game. Over ...
Reading Time: 2 minutesNo one has claimed responsibility for a large-scale rabbit cull in the newer section of Waikaraka Park Cemetery, where carcasses were left scattered for up to two weeks. Concerns about rabbits damaging nearby sports pitches were raised with Auckland Council by the neighbouring football and cricket clubs in mid-February. However, the council has confirmed that ...