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1452 days ago

Quality Louvres, Accessible Prices

The Louvre Company

Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also … View more
Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also specialize in manually operable louvre and fixed louvres.

Get your free quote today! Call or email with the rough measurements of your louvre, and find out for yourself that TLC has quality NZ made and designed louvres for accessible prices!

info@thelouvrecompany.co.nz
0800 852 669 (TLC NOW)
Visit us online

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1472 days ago

Poll: Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the … View more
It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the Occupy protest, the Rugby World Cup opening night transport debacle, a battle with central government over funding the inner-city rail loop, and a contest of wills over delegating powers to local boards and council-controlled organisations.

Auckland's inaugural super mayor Len Brown hailed it a success.

"Generally 2011 has been a good first year for the council, " Brown said in 2012.

"We've brought the region together... At the same time we have driven $81 million in efficiencies and reduced the inherited 9.3 per cent rates increase down to 3.9 per cent."

The boundaries of the new super city were unveiled in 2010.

Super city Auckland was divided into 13 wards with 21 local boards.

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Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?
  • 7.1% Yes
    7.1% Complete
  • 92.9% No
    92.9% Complete
1491 votes
1452 days ago

Fraud Awareness Week

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID… View more
This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID A SCAM:

+ A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.

+ Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.

+ Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.

+ Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

+ Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.

+ Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam you can contact Police and report the matter via 105.

For more info on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed, visit:

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1452 days ago

Police pay tribute to fallen officer Matt Ratana

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.

Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each… View more
Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.

Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each other in the inaugural game for the Sgt Matt Matiu Ratana Memorial trophy.

Ratana, 54, worked for both districts while policing in New Zealand.

Ratana, 54, who was originally from Hawke's Bay, was shot dead in a South London custody centre on September 25, allegedly by a man who had been detained, while working for Metropolitan Police.

The trophy was funded by former New Zealand Police colleagues and acknowledges Ratana's rank of sergeant in the Metropolitan Police Service.

It bears a huia feather - the police tradition to honour fallen officers.

Also attached to the trophy are blue and white ribbons showing the colours of Auckland and of Ratana's beloved East Grinstead Rugby Football Club.

The commemorative game will become an annual event for police rugby in Auckland and Counties Manukau.

1458 days ago

First home buyer burned by sunset clause finally secures dream house in Lower Hutt

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. … View more
Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. She ended up giving me a bit of a masterclass in tenacity and not giving up on your home owning dreams.
Find out how Bailey found her first home, and what it means to her after such a big let down.

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1456 days ago

Poll: Do you think changing the Auckland alert level is needed?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

New Zealand is currently at level 1 however as a new community case was confirmed on November 12 with potential of wider spread, Aucklanders await news of whether there will be a level change.

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Do you think changing the Auckland alert level is needed?
  • 4.7% Yes, a complete lockdown is best
    4.7% Complete
  • 18.8% Yes, an alert level between 2-3 is needed
    18.8% Complete
  • 67.2% No, stay at level 1
    67.2% Complete
  • 9.4% Remove all alert level restrictions
    9.4% Complete
981 votes
1453 days ago

Watch Stuff Circuit’s new documentary, Emma

The Team Reporter from Stuff

At two weeks old, Emma was left at an orphanage in Russia. After three years, Emma was adopted by a New Zealand family and brought here for a new life - but that didn’t work out how it was supposed to. Emma was diagnosed with foetal alcohol syndrome and reactive attachment disorder. Parenting her… View moreAt two weeks old, Emma was left at an orphanage in Russia. After three years, Emma was adopted by a New Zealand family and brought here for a new life - but that didn’t work out how it was supposed to. Emma was diagnosed with foetal alcohol syndrome and reactive attachment disorder. Parenting her became a nightmare, and it ended in tragedy.

Emma has faced more challenges and rejections than most people could cope with. And now, she wants to take on the biggest challenge of her life - finding answers to those most fundamental questions: who am I? Where did I come from?
Watch now

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1453 days ago

2002 Toyota Allex

Jennie from Parnell

Same lady owner for the past 12 years, this is an excellent car with no issues. Great for around the city and for road trips.

Back seats can fold right down flat so is also good for moving things around.

Passed warrant recently with no issues
No mechanical issues
Chain driven
Excellent … View more
Same lady owner for the past 12 years, this is an excellent car with no issues. Great for around the city and for road trips.

Back seats can fold right down flat so is also good for moving things around.

Passed warrant recently with no issues
No mechanical issues
Chain driven
Excellent interior non smoker household
1500cc
Great on Petrol
Driver seatbelt replaced in 2019
Car service and oil change within last 3 months
Rego expires in 2021
Warlocks 5 star car alarm

A great car and will be sad to let it go. We live in the city so do not need a car anymore.

Viewing in Ellerslie

Price: $3,450

1455 days ago

Happy Diwali to New Zealand!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Diwali has different meanings worldwide depending where you live but primarily it celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Whether you are celebrating at home by lighting lamps & eating treats, or you are going to a nearby festival, we'd love to hear about your Diwali celebrations. Feel … View moreDiwali has different meanings worldwide depending where you live but primarily it celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Whether you are celebrating at home by lighting lamps & eating treats, or you are going to a nearby festival, we'd love to hear about your Diwali celebrations. Feel free to share your photos and best wishes to your community below.

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1453 days ago

iPhone 12 Pro Max 256 GB (Pacific Blue)

Daria from Saint Marys Bay

Selling because I got it from the company. Brand new & sealed (NOT opened). It comes with ORIGINAL packaging from Vodafone NZ. Message me now and do not miss it!

OVERVIEW

iPhone 12 Pro Max 256 GB (Pacific Blue). 5G to download huge files on the go and stream HDR video.

1) Larger 6.7-inch … View more
Selling because I got it from the company. Brand new & sealed (NOT opened). It comes with ORIGINAL packaging from Vodafone NZ. Message me now and do not miss it!

OVERVIEW

iPhone 12 Pro Max 256 GB (Pacific Blue). 5G to download huge files on the go and stream HDR video.

1) Larger 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display.

2) Ceramic Shield with four times better drop performance.

3) Incredible low-light photography with the best Pro camera system on an iPhone, and 5× optical zoom range.

4) Cinema-grade Dolby Vision video recording, editing and playback. Night mode portraits and next-level AR experiences with the LiDAR Scanner.

5) Powerful A14 Bionic chip for infinitely spectacular possibilities. And new MagSafe accessories for easy attachment and faster wireless charging.

KEY FEATURES

Pro camera system with 12-megapixel Ultra Wide, Wide and Telephoto cameras; 5× optical zoom range; Night mode; Deep Fusion; Smart HDR 3; Apple ProRAW5; and 4K Dolby Vision HDR recording

LiDAR Scanner for improved AR experiences and Night mode portraits

Industry-leading IP68 water resistance

Contact me now so you don't miss it!

Price: $2,199

1453 days ago

QUALITY DESK URGENT SALE

Peter from Ponsonby

Moving into a new home and can't fit my workstation desk. Desk is only 1 year old, is solid and straight, and can fit up to 2 computers and a laptop (ask me how I know :-)).

Dimensions 70 cm x 150 cm x 75cm high - has adjustable feet for levelling and fitted with cable holes left and right … View more
Moving into a new home and can't fit my workstation desk. Desk is only 1 year old, is solid and straight, and can fit up to 2 computers and a laptop (ask me how I know :-)).

Dimensions 70 cm x 150 cm x 75cm high - has adjustable feet for levelling and fitted with cable holes left and right rear. Fitted with modesty panel. All in great condition, dismantled for easy transport.

This must go by Tuesday 17th November so looking for quick pick up from Islington street Ponsonby, Auckland. Only $60 and it's yours

Price: $60

1453 days ago

Kitchen Facelifts and Stone Benchtops for 2021!

Kev from

Hi Neighbours

It's the team here from the BENCHTOP INSTALLERS AUCKLAND and we're looking forward to a great 2021!

We have discounts on all of our new benchtop ranges including a free onsite measure, professional installation from our trusted technicians and we include the removal of … View more
Hi Neighbours

It's the team here from the BENCHTOP INSTALLERS AUCKLAND and we're looking forward to a great 2021!

We have discounts on all of our new benchtop ranges including a free onsite measure, professional installation from our trusted technicians and we include the removal of your existing bench top as part of our A Class service.

Why pay premiums and additional margins? Save costs and install quality!

We also currently have discounts available on all sinks, double sink units, our taps range, kitchen handles and pull out bin units with every new benchtop installed.

Message our team today for a free home consultation and obligation free quote.

Whether it's a benchtop only of a new kitchen facelift, we're here to help! Contact us today!

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1453 days ago

Cup holder for bike !

Victor from Parnell

Brand new Bookman cupholder for bicycle

Price: $15

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1453 days ago

Hoka One trail running shoes - Speed Goat 4

Victor from Parnell

Took delivery of this hotly sought-after pair in Gold fusion color which is not available in local store last week, only to find them too small for my feet. Have clocked 20K running around my neighbourhood (mostly on road). Had to let them go... they are excellent and true to what you have read in … View moreTook delivery of this hotly sought-after pair in Gold fusion color which is not available in local store last week, only to find them too small for my feet. Have clocked 20K running around my neighbourhood (mostly on road). Had to let them go... they are excellent and true to what you have read in reviews !

Asking: $200. Shoe details : men size US 8.5, width-D. Style: Gold fusion / Black Iris

Negotiable

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1456 days ago

Auckland's Boring Day Out

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Aucklanders will get the chance to see firsthand the giant tunnel boring machine which will complete construction of the two City Rail Link tunnels.

Auckland’s “Boring Day Out” will be held at the project's Mt Eden construction site on December 6.

People will be able to see up close … View more
Aucklanders will get the chance to see firsthand the giant tunnel boring machine which will complete construction of the two City Rail Link tunnels.

Auckland’s “Boring Day Out” will be held at the project's Mt Eden construction site on December 6.

People will be able to see up close the machine named Dame Whina Cooper after the Māori rights activist.

They will also view where the machine starts its underground journey next year, from Mount Eden to the new Karangahape underground station, then to the Aotea station in central Auckland.

“This will be a rare opportunity to see the star of New Zealand’s biggest-ever transport infrastructure project before it disappears underground,” said Francois Dudouit, Project Director for the Link Alliance.

Details about where people can get tickets on-line will be announced next week.

Ten visiting sessions will be held, with the first entry at 9 am and the last at 6 pm.

Visitor numbers will be restricted to 500 for each session.

Tickets are free and people can book up to five tickets per person.

People with wheelchairs, mobility scooters, prams/pushchairs and walking sticks are welcome.

Entry to the Mt Eden site will be via Ngahura Street near New North Road.

The walk is 600 metres long and the ground is flat but there are some uneven surfaces.








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