Flock are currently working with the Upper Harbour Local Board on a story collecting project involving residents from across the local board area, from Greenhithe to Albany, Hobsonville to Windsor Park.

Using the humble mobile phone, you can record yourself or someone you know talking about a memory of the area or what it is you love about living there. From the apple orchards of Albany, Saturday night dances in Greenhithe and tales of tangata whenua, we know this area to be rich in stories and look forward to hearing them. 

We are building a website that will house these stories and later in the year we will be hosting community events in order to share and celebrate what you have shared with us.

If you have a story to tell or know someone who does, have a look at this video below where Amelia shows you the simple steps to use your phone to record and email your story. We've also typed out step by step instructions.

All you need is a quiet room, the smaller the better, and half an hour up your sleeve to really relax into the conversation and let the stories flow. It's easier than you think and we would love to hear from you. ​

Here are a few question ideas to get you started:

     - How did you come to be living in .... (Greenhithe/Albany Heights etc.)
     - Do you remember your first day at the local school?
     - Do you have a fond and/or funny memory of a particular neighbour?

If you need any more help, don't hesitate to contact Amelia and she can guide you through the process. Ph 0220919566/amelia@flock.nz

Click here for step by step instructions
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