Next Blue Bin collections
Oct 8 + 22

Parnell Inc members get Graffiti removed for
FREE! Ph 579 3256

 

Help bring Mountain Fountain to Parnell
Let Council know Parnell is the best choice by October 4

Last October, Terry Stringer's Mountain Fountain was removed from Aotea Square ahead of the square's redevelopment. Since then, Auckland City Council has been working closely with the sculptor, exploring a number of possible new locations for the artwork. Together, they've narrowed it down to two possibilities: in Parnell at Holy Trinity Cathedral and in the Selwyn Reserve at Mission Bay .

Aucklanders are now being asked to give their views on where this prominent modern sculpture should go, by having your say online. But be quick - your views are needed by Sunday October 4th at the Auckland City Council website here: www.aucklandcity.govt.nz/council/projects/mountainfountain

Of course, Parnell Inc would love to have the Mountain Fountain come to Parnell - as would Dean Ross Bay, the Cathedral Resources Board and Bishops Faculty Committee, the Parnell Community Committee and many other Parnell people. As a former long-time resident, Terry Stringer would also be delighted to have Parnell be the sculpture's new home.

As noted by Council's Public Art Manager, Pontus Kyander: "The fountain would pick up on the established architecture of the cathedral and the forecourt design, integrating it within the existing paving layout.  It would also compliment Professor Toy's original vision for the cathedral, with an artwork placed approximately where a sculpture was originally planned."

There are many other excellent reasons for re-siting the sculpture in Parnell, rather than in Mission Bay. We've compiled a list on Parnell's website here.

Please go online and let Council know we want this sculpture in Parnell! And enlist others too - make sure everyone in your office goes online to ensure Parnell gets its first major piece of public art. It will look wonderful!







Tim Finn live in Parnell today!
Live recording gig for iTunes at Windsor Castle

The Windsor Castle is off to a great start, lining up excellent events such as today's concert by Tim Finn. Expect a large crowd in Parnell this afternoon for the event, with many hopefuls lining up for alimited number of free tickets.

Celebrating the launch of iTunes Gift Cards now being available in New Zealand, EMI Music is behind today's event. The live performance will be recorded as an EP for exclusive release on iTunes alongside Tim's first ever anthology album "North, South, East, West".

The free event will be held today at 4.30pm, with a limited number of tickets being made available to the first people in line at 3.45pm.



 

Creative Quarter demands great design
Submission lodged against plans for 202 Parnell Road

Parnell Inc. today lodged a submission against the development proposed for the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand's site at 202 Parnell Road.

Parnell Inc.'s primary opposition to the building proposed for the site is the utilitarian design of the development, which is not in keeping with the area, and with additional concerns regarding parking arrangements, layout and traffic generation.

Nicholas Stevens, an award-winning architect and director of Parnell practice, Stevens Lawson Architects, was invited to put forward his concerns about the architectural quality of proposed building for inclusion in this submission. Nicholas's views reflect the association's grave concerns of the damaging aesthetic impact the development would have on Parnell Road's landscape well into the future. 

"The proposed building design is of poor quality and lacks character and vision. It has an inappropriate scale, uninspired aesthetics, unappealing materiality, and an absence of distinctive detail," Nicholas writes.

"It is extremely disappointing that the REINZ should set such a bad example of architectural and urban design, when surely they should be promoting high standards within their own field. The REINZ should show leadership and commitment to improving the quality of the built environment. This project should be designed by a leading architect. There is no excuse for mediocrity."

A copy of Parnell Inc's submission can be viewed here. Submissions in response to the Resource Consent Application for 202 Parnell Road close today. Details about this application and the submissions process are on Council's website.

 

What do you think about Auckland's Architecture?
AAA Urban Eye Competition 2009

The Auckland Architecture Association invites you to tell them what you feel passionately about regarding the architecture which shapes Auckland.

The good the bad and the leaking ugly, we want your opinion on it. Send in your thoughts on Auckland 's built environments in 800 words or less (you may include a picture if you feel inclined). Email your entry to info@aaa.org.nz by 4pm Friday, 9th October, subject line: " Auckland Architecture Competition Urban Eye". Pseudonym entries are welcome. If having your say isn't incentive enough there's $1000 from Heritage Tiles for 1st place as well as publication in the New Zealand Herald, $500 from Aletro Soundline for runner up and $250 from Dulux Paints for 3rd place.

Judges:  Alex Sweeny - Heart of the City, Brian Rudman - NZ Herald and a prominent Auckland architect. More info



 

Renovations to 258 Parnell Road
Possible traffic disruption early next Monday

Renovations to 258 Parnell Road (opposite Non Solo Pizza) will include the arrival and installation of a multi-storey façade panel early on Monday morning. While the new façade piece is due to be delivered at 5am on Monday September 28, there could be some ongoing disruption to traffic during morning rush hour.



 
Rodney Hide: Super City's impact on Parnell
Parnell Community Committee AGM, October 6

Rodney Hide, MP, is the guest speaker at the Parnell Community Committee's AGM, to be held on Tuesday October 6 at the Visitors Centre in the Cloisters, Holy Trinity Cathedral from 7pm.

Rodney continues to advocate for Parnell in his role as MP for Epsom. However his attention has more recently been focused on his duties as Minister of Local Govt, and the creation of the Auckland 's Super City . At the PCC's AGM, he will give an update on Super City and what will it mean for Parnell.

As seating at the venue is limited, tickets are restricted to 100 people. RSVP to drcb@xtra.co.nz or phone Roger Cole Baker on 309 5865 


 

Heritage Festival Activities in Parnell
September 19 to October 4

Heritage Walks: Take one of Parnell Trust's popular series of walks about Parnell and other neighbouring suburbs during the Heritage Festival. A walks schedule is available here Bookings are essential: Bookings in advance are essential for all walks, phone 379 2095 x9704. Walks are $5 per adult, children are free.



 

School Holiday fun from Parnell Trust
28 September - 9 October

The Parnell Trust once again offers an exciting programme for children these school holidays. They'll have so much fun you won't feel at all guilty dropping them off and returning to work!

Programmes are Five Up for kids aged 5 years and older and Rock On for 9-14 year olds. These holidays there are also multi-day and one-day special interest challenges for children from 6 years and up. These are stimulating learning opportunities in which children tackle problems, develop ideas, put them into practice and emerge with a real sense of achievement. These include the increasingly popular Robotics with Lego series:

Details are available on www.parnell.org.nz or call 379 2095 x9724 or email pfc@parnell.org.nz .



 
Parnell Festival of Roses 2009
Featuring Parnell Road Market Day, 31st October

Council plans for the Parnell Festival of Roses are well underway with a terrific line up of activities and performances at the Gladstone Road Rose Gardens including a Shona Laing concert, open-air movie "La Vie en Rose", tea dances and a Fashion Show featuring fashions from Parnell boutiques.

Parnell Inc. will also be organising the now-traditional Market Day for Saturday 31 October. So, retailers, start thinking about what you might like to put on sale - or buy in specially for the event! We'll be taking orders for roses and trestle tables in mid-October. Meantime, if you have any queries, please email info@parnell.net.nz

 

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Debbie Harkness
Parnell Inc. Manager
259a Parnell Road
debbie@parnell.net.nz
p. 379 0606
f. 379 0953
m. 027 601 0641

About Parnell Inc. If your business lies within Parnell Inc.'s boundary area (Parnell Road & Rise, and some adjacent side streets) you are automatically a member of Parnell Inc. and paying 1.38% of your general rate towards this organisation. See here for more information on Parnell Inc.

Vision: Through its three-year strategic plan, Parnell Inc. is working to achieve the following vision:
...Parnell is marketed effectively as a thriving retail and hospitality centre and is the preferred central city location for up-and-coming businesses.
... Parnell's owner operated stores, its galleries and restaurants are renowned for providing a high-quality and unique experience in a setting that maintains an authentic charm. They consistently attract local and overseas visitors back to Parnell, time after time. For other businesses, the vibrant yet relaxed village atmosphere, together with transport convenience and access to a full range of professional services, makes Parnell an ideal central city location.
...Parnell is an exciting place to visit and satisfies the curiosity and intrigue of its visitors with elements of delight and surprise.

Executive Committee: Parnell Inc.'s activities are determined by a committee of members. Any of them would be happy to talk with you, tell you more about the area and hear your comments or suggestions. Our committee is:

Simon Glasgow
Sarah Hutchings
Carrick Graham
Sherryn Mehta
Rory MacDonald (Chair)
Athol McQuilkan
Miles Nathan
Christopher Swasbrook
Nick Travaglia

Mövenpick | 155 Parnell Road | Email
Orsini Fine Jewellery | 243 Parnell Road | 354 3115 | Email
 CGL Group | Level 1, 159 Parnell Road | 373 4049 | Email
Mink Cafe | 99 Parnell Road | 377 7059 | Email
MacDonald Pilcher Partnership| 92 Parnell Road | 307 3324 | Email
Kilberry Associates | 77 Parnell Road | 368 9310 | Email
Nathan Investment Group | 11C Augustus Terrace |309 5585 | Email
Elevation Capital Management | 330 Parnell Road | 307 6741 | Email
Self Assured Insurances | Lvl1/159 Parnell Road | 379 0040 | Email


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