<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Marino Gardens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marino Gardens]]></description><link>https://bcc316.wixsite.com/marino-gardens/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:46:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.marinogardens.nz/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Insurance documents]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Body Corporate Policy provides cover for the whole complex up to sum insured (obtained from valuation in insurance purposes). The policy covers the building, any fixtures permanently fixed to the building/forming part of the building, and any improvements as per description within the valuation. The BC cover is similar to a domestic house policy i.e. covers total and partial loss occurred accidentally/in a one-off event. Therefore, the unit owners do not need to purchase a separate...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/insurance-documents</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9fe0c09682f3d6177556a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:37:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden design scope and brief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Results of the Garden survey sent to all owners and the resulting scope of work document that will serve as the brief for future garden design work with external agencies.]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/garden-design-scope-and-brief</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d061d92a4608ae002072e5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roof replacement (2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Replacing the roof of our heritage-listed art deco apartment complex had become necessary, as the original 1930s clay tile roof was beyond its 80-year lifespan, frequently leaking and causing issues. Repairing single tiles often led to more damage, creating a cycle of repairs. The new roof eliminated leaks, preserved architectural integrity, and enhanced aesthetic appeal for future generations. Due to the heritage status of the building we had to replace the tiles like-for-like which were...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/roof-replacement-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cb07b420141e70489dbe69</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a5e58f_21383ed890a4479582ddb2887a4d917a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inorganic Collection 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Auckland Council inorganic collection is scheduled for the week commencing 10th November 2025. Action required: Please place any items for collection between the three traffic cones at the front of the property, next to the Mt Eden Road entrance car parks. Only approved items will be collected – please refer to the Auckland Council guidelines for what can and cannot be included. It’s a great time to clear out any unwanted items or junk. Important Any items left on common property without...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/inorganic-collection-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69caf866138134f81728e1fc</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roof replacement update]]></title><description><![CDATA[An information session for owners and residents was conducted on Microsoft Teams on 14 August 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/roof-replacement-update-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cafcd36d22c86f75a5b36d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roof replacement update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many of you will know that the roof tiles are being replaced to address the ongoing leaks the building has been experiencing. The works will restrict your vehicle movements at times and requires adherence to the roof replacement safety plan . The following provides information you should know about the roof replacement and asks that you to provide the requested information to the Communication Committee (CC). Dates Prior work -asbestos survey time 6th August‍ The set-up work will commence on...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/roof-replacement-update</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cafb856d22c86f75a5afad</guid><pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body Corporate Details]]></title><description><![CDATA[Body Corporate Administration (BCA) Primary Contact: Hannah Caspe (Administrator) Email: hannah.c@bca.co.nz Phone: 09 373 2336 Alternative Contacts: Glenn Kwok (BCA Director) Email: glenn.kwok@gmail.com Phone: 021 904 097 Paula Beaton (BCA General Manager) Email: pbeaton8888@gmail.com  / paula@bca.co.nz Phone: 021 612 336 If neither mobile phone is answered, please send a text. Body Corporate Administration Portal Body Corporate Committee 2025 Hannah Hamling Unit 5 Chair Mary-Pat Underwood...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/body-corporate-details</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9fae056a82e0017f885a8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:26:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Website access]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owners portal https://www.marinogardens.nz/owners Password: marino2026owners Residents portal https://www.marinogardens.nz/residents Password: marino2026residents If you have information or corrections for the website contact Chris Holdaway ( chris@compoundpress.org )]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/website</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9fa9156a82e0017f8850f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:23:26 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Complex access]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graysons Lane Gate - Code: 1451# The gate is accessible/can be opened via keypads located on both sides. You can also use the fob, which has a blue button to open and close the gate. Once activated, the gate will remain open for approximately 30 seconds — which feels longer than expected when you're standing there watching. Please note: Replacement fobs are at your own expense. Mail Room - Code: C145147 or C1457 The mail room is accessible by the combination code door which is next to the...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/complex-access</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9ef16af19906fa17b7c8a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:33:59 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergencies / Security]]></title><description><![CDATA[The emergency number to call in any situation requiring Police, Fire, or Ambulance is 111. This number connects you to an operator who will then dispatch the appropriate service. 111: The general emergency number for all life-threatening situations, including those requiring Police, Fire, or Ambulance assistance. 111 TXT: If you have difficulty hearing or speaking on the phone, you can register for the 111 TXT service to send a text message to emergency services.  *555: Use to report road...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/emergencies-security</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69caff28e7de3cb006083f0f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:55:38 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mail and Rubbish Collection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mail Mail is delivered via NZ Post on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday and placed in the letterboxes in the mail room. Courier packages can be delivered to your door or to the same mail room. ‍The mail room is accessible by the combination code door next to the maintenance room by the garages Door Entry Code:  C145147 or C1457 Rubbish and Recycling Rubbish collection is via communal bins situated at the Esplanade Rd end of the property: 1x 660L + 1 x 240L refuse bins (red) collected Monday and...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/mail-and-rubbish-collection</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cafebf4284fdcbdef26757</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:53:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2024-25]]></title><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/2024-25</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cb3e1320141e70489e5bf3</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergencies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Body Corporate Committee contact: bcc@marinogardens.nz Common infrastructure In the event that there is a problem with the shared infrastructure and its and emergency, flood, leaking roof, storm damage, stormwater etc you need to call the BCC either: Hannah Hamling 021 275 4093 Annamarie Jamieson 027 200 1957 If neither of these people are available the backup is: Mary-Pat Underwood 027 399 3475 In your unit If you have an emergency such as a burst pipe or hot water cylinder leak (an event...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/emergencies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9ef8eaf19906fa17b7d6d</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 03:36:53 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Risk Register]]></title><description><![CDATA[This document outlines the identified health and safety risks associated with the apartment complex. The purpose of this register is to ensure the safety and well-being of residents and visitors by addressing potential hazards promptly. This register is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect new risks and changes in the environment. Residents and owners are encouraged to report any hazards they encounter to management immediately.]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/risk-register</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cafe0a20141e70489da3ff</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carparking configuration]]></title><description><![CDATA[BCC sought a survey from KWC - Surveying and Subdivisions to ensure carparking arrangements and painted lines reflect those set out in the complex's legal title.]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/carparking-configuration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d05fa7f7044e6cf7ac4407</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AHAG showcase (2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 19 January 2025 the Auckland Historical Apartment Group (AHAG) launched its showcase series of talks at tours at Marino Gardens. The day began with a set of informative talks. Eric Laurenson, Chair of the Epsom and Eden District Historical Society, spoke of developments along Mount Eden Road at the time. Jane Aimer of Scarlet Architecture, the granddaughter of Marino Gardens architect Kenneth Aimer, reflected on his time of increasing local professionalism post-WWI. Rachel Bell introduced...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/ahag-showcase-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cb0325138134f81728fdd2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:14:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a5e58f_bcfe1ba1c83e435885fe7c7b7d9f3025~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pool Rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guests Welcome:  Ensure a resident or owner accompanies guests at all times. Children Supervision:  Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. No Pets:  Animals are not allowed in the pool area. BBQ Rules:  Barbecues are not permitted inside the gated pool area. Glass-Free Zone:  No glassware in the pool area, use only plastic glasses. Keep glass bottles away from the pool edge to avoid accidents. Broken Glass Policy:  Offenders responsible for broken glass will cover removal and...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/pool-rules</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d5681fb75c5d3058260fc2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023-24]]></title><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/2023-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cb120e20141e70489ddc9c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023 (December EEGM)]]></title><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/2023-december-egm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cb13506d22c86f75a5f295</guid><pubDate>Sun, 24 Dec 2023 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern garages update]]></title><description><![CDATA[BCC has received legal advice which has been shared with owners (available below including a summary and additional explanation). We are waiting on the owners of Unit 21 to determine whether they will seek their own legal opinion or accept the recommendations of the BCC’s lawyers. The Committee is aware that some owners are unable to use their garages due to the deterioration of the ceilings. Unfortunately there is no point proceeding with the repair of the garage roofs until the patio is...]]></description><link>https://www.marinogardens.nz/post/northern-garages-update</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d06c9940e74dbec401ecf5</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>bcc316</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>