Beach Cleanup, panic and live music. Bring sunscreen, water and food.

The Chow Luck Club Market is a vibrant weekly foodie market celebrating the rich diversity of global cuisine.

Held every Saturday, the market features an array of food stalls offering freshly prepared dishes from all over the world.

FREE ENTRY AND FREE PARKING

Where:
ParkCity, 261 Morrin Road, St Johns

When:
Every Saturday, 10am - 3pm

Welcome to St. Heliers Market. Open from 9am to 1pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Tamaki Ex-Services Association Hall.

Discover a treasure trove of handmade goodies from talented local makers and creators. From stunning jewelry and pottery to unique homewares and one-of-a-kind gifts, there's something for everyone.

Come and support your local community while enjoying a fantastic shopping experience. We can't wait to see you there!

新年明けましておめでとうございます。新しい年を迎え、皆さまのご健康とご多幸を心よりお祈り申し上げます。

今年は「巳年」、蛇が象徴する年でございます。蛇は古来より、知恵や再生、そして長寿の象徴とされております。この一年、集まろう会をはじめとする機会を通して、互いにさらなる知恵を深め、新しいことに挑戦する素晴らしい年となりますよう、私たちも蛇のように柔軟でしなやかに、時に慎重さをもって一歩一歩進んでいければと思っております。

本年も何卒よろしくお願い申し上げます。

さて、今週９日（木）１０時より

エラズリーにありますLeicester Hallにて集まろう会新年会を開催いたします。

書初めテーブル

百人一首テーブル

カルタ・お手玉・けん玉テーブル

お楽しみテーブルを準備して皆様のお越しをお待ちしております。

予約なしでもご参加は可能ですが、事前に参加表明をしていただけますと準備がスムーズですので参加フォームへのご入力のご協力をお願いいたします。

https://forms.office.com/r/aCiY7C8Tg2

Auckland Council Community Parks program.

Meet at the main entrance to the reserve, West Tamaki Rd, Glendowie. Average level of fitness and mobility required.

Bookings essential HERE

The Clay Centre will be showcasing the work of emerging and established makers during its Annual Makers Market by studio members. With over 40 ceramicists & potters, all in one place for one day! This year, the annual market will be happening at the same time than the Tutors Pop up show at Makers Gallery (contemporary gallery joint to The Clay Centre). Details HERE

Welcome to St. Heliers Market. Open from 9am to 1pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Tamaki Ex-Services Association Hall.

Discover a treasure trove of handmade goodies from talented local makers and creators. From stunning jewelry and pottery to unique homewares and one-of-a-kind gifts, there's something for everyone.

Come and support your local community while enjoying a fantastic shopping experience. We can't wait to see you there!

Come along and find out about the vital work Women’s Refuge do to support those in need.

Please bring a non-perishable food item or gift for children if you wish to support their work over the Christmas period. Tea, coffee, and Christmas cake will be provided.

RSVP HERE

エラズリーでも！
日本人シニアを中心とした異世代交流「集まろう会」のお知らせ

おかげさまで、ご参加くださる皆様の活性の様子がAuckland Councilの方にも徐々に認知いただけておりまして、この度、Orakei Local Boardともコミュニティー活性に向けコラボレーションをスタートできることが決まりました！

早速、今月から毎月第２水曜日１０時〜１２時、Ellerslie War Memorial Community Centreでも「集まろう会」を開催いたします。

Ellerslie会場は、これまでご参加者さんが少ないマヌカウ方面からも通いやすい場所となります。
ぜひ、皆様の周りの日本人、日本語を話す方々へ情報周知のご協力をお願いいたします。

今後も、多彩で多才な皆様と楽しいチャレンジを通して、共創できるコミュニティー「集まろう会」を一緒に盛り上げてくださると嬉しいです。

なお、この機会に、受付メールアドレスをエイジ・コンサーンアジアンサービスチームのものに統一することとしました。日常生活における質問等も同じメールアドレスにしていただけます。

それでは、8月の集まろう会でも多くの方とお会いできることを楽しみにしております。

Have Your Say until 18 December - for more: https://akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/shoreline-adaptation-plans-auckland-central-and-orakei-to-karaka-bay

We are preparing shoreline adaptation plans (SAPs) across the region in partnership with mana whenua and local communities.

SAPs consider how we can respond to coastal hazards and climate change over the next 100 years by:

• looking at how we can adapt council-owned land and assets like boat ramps, sea walls and coastal walkways

• promoting the preservation and restoration of the coastal environment for future generations.

Step into the world of classical mastery and witness the growing talent of L'Accademia's violin and piano students at our highly anticipated end-of-year Showcase. Our teachers and guests musicians will also perform in this evening, offering not only their musicianship to the audience but also a source of inspiration to our students.

Join us for an enchanting evening filled with musical delights as our students showcase their skills with passion and dedication. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or looking to support our local young talents in their musical journey, our showcase promises to inspire and captivate. Don't miss this opportunity to support our talented students and immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music.

The programme will be announced in November.

Entry by Koha. Your generous donations will help us plan even more events to share the joy of music with our community.

Nga Kaitiaki Hapori o Pourewa - The Community Guardians of Pourewa would like to invite you to the next community volunteer day supporting Pourewa Restoration Group in Selwyn Bush. We will be stationed at the carpark at the top, near to the tennis courts, so meet us there around 9am and we will head down into the bush.

What to bring: Weather protection, some sturdy covered shoes, a bottle of water and your own secateurs, trowel and gloves if you have them! We will have a limited number of spare secateurs on site.

Please RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/3cafdan4

Please note:
There are no toilets at the weeding site, and there is a 10 minute walk from the carpark entrance. Nearest toilets are Eastridge Shopping Centre.

Event will proceed unless a severe weather warning is issued.

Please check for Facebook updates. All children must be accompanied by a parent or supervisor.

Come along and make a Christmas craft with us after Saturday Storytime on Saturday 7 December, 10.30am.

This is going to be an absolutely magical experience for al the kids and we can’t wait to celebrate with them.

We will have a fully inclusive FUN MOVEMENT track, disco, games, chill out zone, sausage sizzle/iceblocks and prizes! All to celebrate inclusion, empathy and kindness !

Thursday 5 December, 10:30am - come and learn about Tahuna Torea, our local bird sanctuary. This talk will be delivered by Ranger Chairperson Jacques Losken.

This is a free event, but booking is essential! Please phone 09 377 0209, email sthelierslibrary@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz, or speak to a librarian at the library.

Event supported by Ōrākei Local Board

Join us for a day filled with flavors and discoveries! Explore authentic products from France, all crafted with love.

Date: 30th November
Time: 9.00 am - 1.00 pm

Don't miss out on this extraordinary French experience in the City of Sails!
Bring your friends and family for a delightful day at our French Market.

See you there!

St Heliers Community Centre Christmas Market 2024

100 St Heliers Bay Road

Crafts, Gifts, Decorations, Home Baking & Preserves, Festive Food.

Enjoy your Christmas shopping in a relaxed atmosphere.

We will be hosting Food Trucks on site from 4:00pm

https://sthelierscentre.org.nz/website-listing/christmas-market/

For table hire please contact events@sthelierscentre.org.nz

Wanting to buy your first home? The OWN IT team are here to help!

Tāmaki Regeneration Company (TRC) is based in the Tāmaki suburbs of Glen Innes, Panmure and Point England, and have been funded to provide new homes to the Tāmaki area, helping whānau purchase their first home through the shared home ownership programme, OWN IT.

OWN IT is a programme for first home buyers whose household earns between $85,000 - $150,000 (we increase this to $205,000 for multi-generational households) per year, before tax, with Māori, Pasifika and those who have a connection to the area of Tāmaki prioritised, but all New Zealand residents are welcome to apply.

During the session, you'll discover:

• How our shared home ownership model works

• Eligibility criteria

• Details about the free OWN IT Financial Capability Workshops

• Your support network throughout the OWN IT journey

• Steps to apply and begin your OWN IT journey

• Availability of affordable OWN IT homes

The OWN IT Information Session is a welcoming, judgement-free space where all your questions will be answered.

Sign up and we’ll send you a Microsoft Teams link so you can join from your couch. We look forward to seeing you!

Have Your Say until 18 December - for more: https://akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/shoreline-adaptation-plans-auckland-central-and-orakei-to-karaka-bay

There will be a presentation by the Shoreline Adaptation Plan team starting at 6.15pm, followed by an opportunity for you to ask questions and learn more about the Shoreline Adaptation Plan Programme (facilitated with the support of the Orakei Local Board)

Nga Kaitiaki Hapori o Pourewa - The Community Guardians of Pourewa would like to invite you to the next community volunteer day supporting Friends of Kepa Bush. We will be at the Thatcher Street entrance to Kepa Bush.

What to bring: Weather protection, some sturdy covered shoes, a bottle of water and your own secateurs, trowel and gloves if you have them! We will have a limited number of spare secateurs on site.

Please RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/3cafdan4

Please note:
There are no toilets at the weeding site but the nearest one is at Eastridge Shopping Centre.

Event will proceed unless a severe weather warning is issued.

Please check for Facebook updates. All children must be accompanied by a parent or supervisor.

For more: turfa.t.c.@gmail.com

A FREE family-friendly event organised by the Stonefields Residents Association.

Details HERE

Have Your Say until 18 December - for more: https://akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/shoreline-adaptation-plans-auckland-central-and-orakei-to-karaka-bay

We are preparing shoreline adaptation plans (SAPs) across the region in partnership with mana whenua and local communities.

SAPs consider how we can respond to coastal hazards and climate change over the next 100 years by:

• looking at how we can adapt council-owned land and assets like boat ramps, sea walls and coastal walkways

• promoting the preservation and restoration of the coastal environment for future generations.

Join us and several of your neighbours. Agenda

• AGM

• Updates fro Ōrākei Local Board

• The Tupuna Maunga Authority

• Introduction to Neighbourhood Support

• Open Forum

  Details HERE

This Sunday we are hosting a FREE COMMUNITY PARTY at the Ellerslie Domain

From 5.30PM there will be free food, live music, activities for the kids and Giveaways!!

All Welcome!

Local author Diane Robinson - finalist in this year's Ngaio Marsh Book Awards - chats about her new children's book Nikolai's Quest. Set in a Russian orphanage, it's a great read for children aged 9-12 years old (and for adults too!).

Diane will be here to chat and answer questions. There will also be an opportunity to purchase signed copies of her novels.

Booking essential. Please phone 09 377 0209, or email sthelierslibrary@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz - or speak with a librarian at St Heliers Library

Meet fellow neighbours and the workers who helped refurbish the tracks and signs within the reserve.

We have organised a couple of guided tours for those who wish to know more about the ecology and wildlife unique to this place. You’ll have the opportunity to speak to members of the Ōrākei Local Board, meet new people and enjoy our modest BBQ.

See the ATTACHED GUIDE – with more information for those who wish to make their own way through the reserve at any time

Have Your Say until 18 December - for more: https://akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/shoreline-adaptation-plans-auckland-central-and-orakei-to-karaka-bay

We are preparing shoreline adaptation plans (SAPs) across the region in partnership with mana whenua and local communities.

SAPs consider how we can respond to coastal hazards and climate change over the next 100 years by:

• looking at how we can adapt council-owned land and assets like boat ramps, sea walls and coastal walkways

• promoting the preservation and restoration of the coastal environment for future generations.

Come along to our intergenerational community dinner Whanau Together on Friday 15 November from 5.00 to 6.30 pm in our St Heliers Community Centre lounge. Please RSVP for catering purposes.

SAVE THE DATE

It’s party time!! Join us in Remuera, 1050 precinct for the lighting of our spectacular Christmas Tree from 5pm-8pm along with a night of live music, late night shopping, food and more!!

Mark it in your diary’s- see you there!!!