I lived there for ten years in the early 9o’s and moved to Australia when I turned 18.

It was a great place and I loved living there.

My parents are having a hard time, saying gangs are moving in and it’s not the same place I grew up? They’re selling up because of this.

What’s changed? It was a pretty great suburb?

Hi, I'm wanting to support smaller, local shops during lockdown. Does anyone have any recommendations for vege shops that have nice fresh fruit and veg with decent prices? Ditto for butchers 🤗

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Could be a former kingdom hall.

I always thought it was a Jehovahs Witness Kingdom Hall, as they're notorious for having no windows. But your post reminded me to go on a deep dive and the above info is what I found.

Crossing the South Western Motorway, dyljam goes to speak with a group of local industry leaders on what the Reform Party will do for the economy.

"Good morning everyone! I thank you all for coming out here today, despite the chilly weather."

"I've come out here today to speak with you and take your questions, on what the Reform Party will do for the New Zealand economy."

The first question comes from Jenny, a manager from a local food processing company.

Jenny: "Hi dyl, we've recently been undertaking research to improve our production processes so that we can begin exporting our food products. What can Reform do for us?"

dyljam: "That's a great question Jenny, and I thank you for coming out here today. Reform understands the importance of exports for our economy. Not only does it assist in increasing our GDP and paying taxes, but it creates jobs for hard-working Kiwis. Our policy is simple. If elected, we'll create tax incentives for businesses to engage in research and development which leads to innovation and export growth."

The next question comes from Gary, who works as a storeperson at a vehicle parts distributor.

Gary: "I'd just like to know, what will the Reform Party do for someone like me, who is looking to retire in the next year or two?"

dyljam: "Thank you Gary, that's a good question. Reform understands the importance of protecting our workers and retirees. If elected, we'll keep the age of eligibility for superannuation at 65, with no means-testing. We'll make sure that it is 66% of the full=time minimum wage. We'll also protect the SuperGold card, ensuring that all card holders receive three free doctor's appointments annually, and a 10% discount on electricity bills during the Winter months of the year."

Leanne, who owns a modest parcel of farmland just out of town, asks the next question.

Leanne: "Um, hi. I'd like to know what Reform will do to protect farmland across New Zealand."

dyljam: "Hi Leanne, that's a very good question. Reform recognises the importance of New Zealand farmland, and how important it is to our economy. Our policy is simple. We will stop the sale of farmland to non-permanent residents and overseas buyers. We must be looking to protect our farmers who work on the land, and provide a New Zealand for New Zealanders. We will also look to create a register of foreign ownership of property across the country."

*dyljam thanks everyone once more, and takes some more time to hear concerns of locals indivi

Spent 1hr Down at the Mangere Bridge stores area by the two poke stops today...Popped a Lure on both and Watched as cars and walkbys piled up to get in on the Pokemon Go Buzz...

Got our First Grey Gym down on the waterfront by Kiwi Esplanade...strange that it was grey...Didnt last long Fellow valor members before it was taken over by team mystic..(blue...GRR)

Any Fellow Team valors in the area reading this hit is up.

Otherwise a fun night for me and my two girls who are enjoying the game

Reform Party Deputy Leader kicks off his campaign at Mangere Domain, speaking with locals about Reform's education policies.

"Morning everyone! I'm honoured and excited that so many of you have come out here this morning. I wanted to take this moment to speak with you all about Reform's education policies, and why it's important that you vote this election"

"We've seen the current ACT/Liberal - National Government turn their backs on education in New Zealand. They don't care about educating young people, about giving our kids the skills they need for the future. Instead, they're focused on destroying our education system, of selling whatever they can off to the highest bidder. Their ideal education system is to put profits first, and our kids second."

"Reform has been at the forefront of campaigning for the education that our kids deserve. We've campaigned strenuously against the Government's new National Standards, which will disadvantage those most vulnerable. We've worked to hold the Minister for Education to account."

"If elected, Reform will prioritise improving our education system, and equipping our kids with a world-class education. We'll will work to further develop the curriculum for teaching Te Reo Maori in immersion schools. We will work to establish new and fair robust assessment measures. We will implement a debt write-off scheme so that graduates in identified areas can trade a years worth of debt for each year of paid full-time work they complete in New Zealand."

"Reform is serious about education. That's why I'm asking you today, to make your voice heard and vote for Reform. You have the opportunity to assist our students in getting the quality education they deserve. You can make a real, positive difference for New Zealand. Reform will get the job done."

dyljam stays talking with locals and answering any questions they have.

Any clues whats going on?

The New Old Mangere Bridge by Matt L of Transport blog. 22 September 2015. Good summary.
Application for new Mangere pedestrian and cycle bridge lodged. Central Leader 29 September 2015.

NZTA: Old Mangere Bridge replacement project

Auckland Council's Publicly notified applications page list the documents related to this application and links to the resource consent submission form.

If all this sounds familiar, there have been discussion + consultation on this project since 2012.
Old bridge to become new bridge. Aucklander 31 July 2012.
Plans to replace Mangere's old bridge. NZ Herald 31 July 2012.

NZTA press releases 30 July 2012 Historic link across Auckland's Manukau Harbour to be replaced.
15 Nov 2012 NZTA welcomes great response for new harbour link in Auckland.
21 Nov 2012 Design team for new Manukau Harbour crossing.

NVIDIA RELEASED NEW DRIVERS SINCE THIS HAPPENED, WHICH INCLUDE THE HOTFIX. DONT USE THE LINK BELOW, JUST GET THE LATEST DRIVERS !!

https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4807/~/gpu-may-display-code-43-error-in-device-manger-on-some-windows-10-may-2019

>GPU may display Code 43 error in Device Manger on some Windows 10 May 2019 Update PCs with Intel Sandy Bridge class CPU
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>Users who upgrade to Microsoft’s Windows 10 May 2019 Update (version 1903) may encounter a graphics card code 43 error in the Windows Device Manager if:
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>PC has an Intel Sandy Bridge class CPU
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>NVIDIA GPU with R400+ display driver installed