Beach Haven, Auckland

Beat the queue this Christmas with Printicular

Printicular

With Christmas just around the corner, beat the Christmas queues this year with Printicular! 🎅

Printicular lets you print photos from your phone or computer anytime, anywhere, with same day pick up from your local Warehouse Stationery.

Check out our range of print and poster options and … View moreWith Christmas just around the corner, beat the Christmas queues this year with Printicular! 🎅

Printicular lets you print photos from your phone or computer anytime, anywhere, with same day pick up from your local Warehouse Stationery.

Check out our range of print and poster options and give the gift of cherished memories to your loved ones in just a few clicks! Learn more

Auckland ferry passengers to get free bus or train ride included in fares

Danielle Clent Reporter from North Shore Times

Cheaper travel is on the way for ferry users who need a train or bus to get to the terminal. By Apr…

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RIMU Wooden Wine Rack

Hayley from Birkenhead

Negotiable, as need gone. Excellent condition, like new. Roughly 425 x 70 x 515mm. Please no time wasters. Pick up only in Birkenhead or Mt Wellington.

Price: $50

Recipe: Shortbread

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Looking for a Christmas Special Recipe? Try baking our delicious easy Shortbread recipe.

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This classic shortbread recipe is based on one from Edmond's Cookbook and is great to get the kids started on. Most shortbread recipes use caster sugar but I find that beginner cooks have … View moreLooking for a Christmas Special Recipe? Try baking our delicious easy Shortbread recipe.

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This classic shortbread recipe is based on one from Edmond's Cookbook and is great to get the kids started on. Most shortbread recipes use caster sugar but I find that beginner cooks have greater success using icing sugar which is quick to cream.

Ingredients
225 g Butter, cut into cubes

225 g Flour

125 g Cornflour

125 g Icing sugar


Check out the full recipe on the link below.

Which local cafes make the best coffee?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, we all know Kiwis love coffee but a survey has found that Auckland coffee drinkers are more likely to buy their coffee than Kiwis from the regions. A third of Aucklanders buy at least half of their weekly coffees and most preferred a flat white. How often do you buy coffee out? What … View moreHi neighbours, we all know Kiwis love coffee but a survey has found that Auckland coffee drinkers are more likely to buy their coffee than Kiwis from the regions. A third of Aucklanders buy at least half of their weekly coffees and most preferred a flat white. How often do you buy coffee out? What do you usually order? And which local cafes do you think make the best coffee? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Garage sale

Maureen from Glenfield

Garage sale Saturday 14th December 66 Bruce Road Glenfield. Shifting house and down sizing. Bookcases, garden furniture and tools, books. Kitchen stuff. Stero, wakeboard and sports equipment. Lots of items 9am to 3pm

Negotiable

Oi, you! That’s not very Neighbourly!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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Antarctica as you’ve never seen it before!

The Team from Auckland Museum

Hey Aucklanders, are you looking for fun activities for the family this summer? Look no further, we have you covered!

We are proud to present The Antarctica VR Experience, direct from sold-out seasons in Australia, just in time for the holidays.

Travel to Antarctica using the latest … View moreHey Aucklanders, are you looking for fun activities for the family this summer? Look no further, we have you covered!

We are proud to present The Antarctica VR Experience, direct from sold-out seasons in Australia, just in time for the holidays.

Travel to Antarctica using the latest 360-degree virtual reality technology and follow in the footsteps of the scientists researching this mysterious continent. Explore Antarctica from a helicopter cockpit and cruise through icy waters to meet a penguin colony.

This is Antarctica as you’ve never seen it before!

On daily for a limited time from 21 December 2019. Book today, as spaces within each session are limited. Book today

WANTED TO BUY

Clifford- from Hillcrest

(1) Provably good 12 V CAR BATTERY - Deep cycle type ideal but all considered.
(2 6/12 V battery charger or just 12 V.
North Shore pickup preferred. Reasonable $ Negotiable. Please message me with contact details.

Poll: Do you have a New Year’s resolution?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Another year has nearly passed, and with every new one comes the chance to make new resolutions (or repeat your old ones). Whether it’s starting and sticking by a new fitness plan, saving to travel, or learning a new skill, do you have a New Year’s resolution? How good are you at sticking by … View moreAnother year has nearly passed, and with every new one comes the chance to make new resolutions (or repeat your old ones). Whether it’s starting and sticking by a new fitness plan, saving to travel, or learning a new skill, do you have a New Year’s resolution? How good are you at sticking by it? Vote in the poll below.

Do you have a New Year’s resolution?

• Yes - I’m excited to implement it
• No - I never stick by them
• I haven’t thought about it yet
• I make goals throughout the year

Vote View Results

• 12.2% Yes - I’m excited to implement it
  12.2% Complete
• 28.6% No - I never stick by them
  28.6% Complete
• 19.7% I haven’t thought about it yet
  19.7% Complete
• 39.4% I make goals throughout the year
  39.4% Complete

213 votes

MEGA GARAGE SALE THIS SATURDAY 14DEC!

Mirek & Lydia from Bayview

08:00 at 102 Lynn Road, Bayview
Come see our huge selection of items including toys, books, basket, decorations, clothes, hand made knitting, furniture, etc.

Negotiable

Ayurvedic Aromatherapy, Wholefoods Nutrition

Manasi from Beach Haven

A nurturing massage is a thoughtful and loving gift to your loved ones. I am doing Special packages in December, please see the link below. Based in Beach Haven.


ayurveda-mandala.com...

Loans that suit small businesses

Prospa

When Francis Swart’s home-based Auckland skin and beauty business “Gorgeous You” experienced a period of rapid growth, she realised it was time to expand into a larger space.

After experiencing the run-around from traditional lenders, she came across Prospa on social media. They provided … View moreWhen Francis Swart’s home-based Auckland skin and beauty business “Gorgeous You” experienced a period of rapid growth, she realised it was time to expand into a larger space.

After experiencing the run-around from traditional lenders, she came across Prospa on social media. They provided her with the funds she needed to open a new salon premises and do a complete fit out and refresh, all with an easy-to-manage weekly repayment plan that suited business cash flow.

Next step for Francis is to work with a business coach to grow the business further – and Prospa will be right alongside her. Find out more

It is that time of year!

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

We hope at this time of year you are getting close to having a break and a well deserved holiday.

Totaravale Reserve

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Lovely to find this placemaking initiative at Totaravale Reserve 😁🌳🌅