In this issue
Onehunga Security Update
For Security Help
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Scam Alert
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We have heard there is a possible new scam going around. People receive a phone call stating that their telecommunications cost will be increasing. If you respond in a positive way this may mean you have just agreed to change suppliers. Questions to ask anyone phoning – where are they from? How do they know what your telecommunications bill is and who is your provider? Be wary of any phone calls you are uncertain of who you are speaking to and what they are wanting.
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enews 12 February, 2013
Diesel Theft on Orpheus Drive Diesel has been siphoned from the diggers used in the foreshore restoration on Orpheus Drive. If you notice anything suspicious going on down there, call 111 immediately.
Call Onehunga Town Centre’s Security Guard
Report any graffiti to us
Satia Sami
02 0401 13040
We’ve been out doing our regular graffiti sweep and have noticed there has been large amounts of tagging in alley-ways, on park benches, on Onehunga and bus signage. Even though some of the tags are quite small, it’s vital we nip it in the bud before it becomes something bigger. If you spot graffiti, please let us know immediately so we can get it removed and ensure Onehunga is well presented to visitors.
Onehunga Event Calendar See more events at www.onehunga.net.nz/events If you’ve got an event coming up, email us at admin@onehunga.net.nz. We’d love to hear about it. 15/16 February— North Island Stock Car Championship, Waikaraka Family Speedway, Neilson St 16 February—Chinese New Year celebrations in Onehunga 16 February—Water Bombing Competition— Onehunga War Memorial Pool 16 February—9 March—Darling Buds of May, Dolphin Theatre 22 February— Hawaiian Wave Rave— Onehunga War Memorial Pool 1/2 March—Auckland Fringe Festival show ‘YOU’ at Pearce St Hall 2 March— Music in the Parks presents Bella Kalolo, Jellicoe Park
Or contact the OBA office ph
636 8535
Outside business hours, on Sundays & Public Holidays please call Police —Dial 111 Dial
Rubbish Collections Red bins are emptied every Tuesday morning. Blue bins every 2nd Tuesday: NEXT on February 19 and March 5. Please put your bins out ready for Tuesday collection on Monday nights after close of business and remove bins off the footpath and back onto your business property first thing Tuesday morning.
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Have your say on issues affecting local businesses Gain an insight into the business outlook for 2013 Street Collectors Feb/March Tax due dates You - An Auckland Fringe Festival Event in Onehunga Are you passionate about the local community Lunar New Year Celebrations in Onehunga Street Signage Update Keep up-to-date with what’s happening in Onehunga Onehunga’s Security Update Onehunga Event Calendar Rubbish collections over Christmas www.onehunga.net.nz www.facebook.com/onehunga
Have your say on issues affecting local businesses Make a submission or speak to us
OBA Town Manager, Amanda Kinzett is currently putting together submissions for a range of proposed policies, bylaws and plans that affect Onehunga businesses. Submissions due in the next two months cover a wide variety of issues, from Watercare’s Trade Waste bylaw, to the proposed legislation for earthquake-prone buildings to the Auckland Draft Plan. For further information about policies and plans the OBA are working on, please click here : http:// www.onehunga.net.nz/infrastructure/submissions-made-by-the-oba/ It’s vital that we let Auckland Council and the Government know what we think of their plans, especially if they are going to impact on Onehunga businesses. Please take time to read what is proposed and if something does concern you, we suggest you make a submission or talk to us about being a part of the OBA submission.
Gain an insight into the business outlook for 2013 Breakfast With Business NZ CEO, Phil O’Reilly
Attend our CEO Breakfast with Phil O’Reilly on Thursday 21 February and get vital information about the environment in which you do business. Phil O’Reilly, Chief Executive of New Zealand’s largest business advocacy group, BusinessNZ, will highlight economic issues and opportunities that may impact your business in 2013. Phil works with companies, organisations and political and other decision makers, advocating for New Zealand’s success through sustainable economic growth. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a cooked breakfast, hear the latest business information to guide your decision-making and at the same time network with other like-minded business people.
Cheers Amanda, Anne and Satia NEW OBA Committee (2012/13 year) Peter Gibson, President (Parkinson & Bouskill) - 636 3300 Debbie Leaver (The Library Café & Function Venue) - 636 7292 Elizabeth Bedford (Changes) - 634 1913 Gaylene Powell (Dress Smart) - 622 2400 Rob Gallagher (Westpac) - 634 8555 Ross Mudafar (Onehunga Family Pharmacy) - 622 2865 Bridget Graham (Deputy Chairperson, Maungakiekie-Tamaki Local Board) - 301 0101 Dana Jin (Rainbow D) - 6349068 Ross Reid (Daniel Overton & Goulding) - 6222222 This e-news is sent to you by Onehunga Business Association, because you are either a member, or you have an interest in the organisation or the area. If you do not wish to receive these communications, please let us know by phoning 636 8535. Please note: If your business lies within the Onehunga business precinct you are automatically a member of Onehunga Business Association - paying a part of your rates to fund the OBA.
Onehunga Business Association Amanda Kinzett, Manager Briar Millar, Events Anne Dunlop, Communications Satia Sami, Security 212A Onehunga Mall (upstairs) P: 09 636 8535 F: 09 636 8542 E: business@onehunga.net.nz
www.onehunga.net.nz
Onehunga
Date: Thursday 21 February, 2013 When: 7am sharp to 8.30am Where: John Walker Lounge, Mt. Smart Stadium, Beasley Avenue, Penrose Cost: OBA Members $30 per person including GST (payment required in advance) RSVP: Phone Briar Millar, OBA Events Manager on 636 8535 or email events@onehunga.net.nz Registration is essential for catering purposes.
Street Collectors in Onehunga- February/March
The following street collectors have gained permission to collect on the following days, anyone else may not be genuine — if you do notice anyone suspicious collecting, please contact us immediately on 636 8542. 13 Feb– Red Cross 20/26 Feb– IHC 2 March– Greenpeace