Castor Bay, Auckland

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

1008 days ago

Antique Oak Desk for Sale

Gillian & Will from Milford

our lovely old oak desk needs a new home. Great buy for somebody!

Price: $150

1009 days ago

Explore Northcote like never before

Northcote Town Centre

Live in or near Northcote and feeling peckish? Fear not: kai connoisseurs Thomas and Sheena of Chasing A Plate are here to take you on some virtual foodie tours of the best places to grab a dish of deliciousness.

Don’t waste heaps of time researching where to eat on your next outing – visit … View more
Live in or near Northcote and feeling peckish? Fear not: kai connoisseurs Thomas and Sheena of Chasing A Plate are here to take you on some virtual foodie tours of the best places to grab a dish of deliciousness.

Don’t waste heaps of time researching where to eat on your next outing – visit northcote.co.nz/hidden-gems and discover some of the best food the North Shore has to offer.
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1009 days ago

Improve the quality of your life in 20 minutes once a week

Fit20

The Team at fit20 wants to invite you to have one month of personalized training for Free on us! (conditions apply).

Want to live longer and healthier? Do Strength training says Harvard Medical School

Muscle wasting, sarcopenia, is the biggest factor in age related decline, chronic disease … View more
The Team at fit20 wants to invite you to have one month of personalized training for Free on us! (conditions apply).

Want to live longer and healthier? Do Strength training says Harvard Medical School

Muscle wasting, sarcopenia, is the biggest factor in age related decline, chronic disease and aches and pains. Not to mention years healing from exercise injuries that crop up as we get older. Fit20 has the perfect answer.

Fit20 offers a high-intensity training method aimed at helping clients reach their health and fitness goals in just 20 minutes per week. The fit20 training is offered by appointment only and always with the guidance of a personal trainer. Clients typically train one-on-one with their trainer, or along with a partner if they choose.

Book your Free one hour Introduction Training online here.
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1009 days ago

Your insider guide to the best camping in Auckland’s regional parks

The Team from Auckland Council

You could wake up to the sound of tūī in lush native bush or spend a night next to the beach with a view of crashing waves and powdery white sands. Start planning your summer adventure now.
#AKLSummerisCalling

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1009 days ago

New exhibition to give voice to HMS Nepture sinking survivors

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Neptune Calling, at the National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy in Devonport, commemorates the 80th anniversary of the sinking on HMS Neptune off the coast of Libya in 1941.

Not long before the tragedy, which claimed the lives of 150 Kiwis, the New Zealand Broadcasting Service had helped 50 … View more
Neptune Calling, at the National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy in Devonport, commemorates the 80th anniversary of the sinking on HMS Neptune off the coast of Libya in 1941.

Not long before the tragedy, which claimed the lives of 150 Kiwis, the New Zealand Broadcasting Service had helped 50 of them record greetings for their loved ones at home.

These messages have now been loaded onto vintage phones, to be heard by the public for the first time.

“We feel an enormous sense of responsibility towards these very special recordings. They are a very real, tangible link to 150 young men who never made it home," said Jane Cotty, the communications manager at the museum.

“They represent an enormous loss felt at the time throughout the nation, every city and almost every town lost young men they knew and loved. This loss is still keenly felt in many families."

The exhibition will be at the museum at 64 King Edward Parade,
Torpedo Bay for the rest of 2022. For more information, visit navymuseum.co.nz...

1014 days ago

Bin tags: Scrapping pay-as-you-throw collection 'unfair', low-waste residents say

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Auckland Council’s proposal to scrap bin tags in favour of rates-funded rubbish collections has been labelled “unfair” by residents who produce very little waste.

West Auckland, North Shore and Papakura residents have been on a pay-as-you-throw system for their kerbside rubbish collection … View more
Auckland Council’s proposal to scrap bin tags in favour of rates-funded rubbish collections has been labelled “unfair” by residents who produce very little waste.

West Auckland, North Shore and Papakura residents have been on a pay-as-you-throw system for their kerbside rubbish collection since 2017-2018.

This system was to be implemented across the region, however, Auckland Council now believes the price of bin tags will need to be much higher to incentivise residents to reduce their waste.

So, it is proposing to move the entire region to a rates-funded collection service, the price of which is determined by what size bins residents use.

The council estimates that with a standard 120 litre rubbish bin, this will cost households $314 per year, which covers rubbish, recycling and inorganic collection. In 2023, the council will also roll out a food scraps collection service, which is not optional and will bring the rate up to $375.

Birkdale residents Jacqui and Alan Vowles​ put their bin out about once a month. On the rates-funded model, this would cost them around $31.25 per collection, rather than the around $51 per year they currently spend on bin tags.

Jacqui Vowles said this was an exorbitant amount compared to the cost of a bin tag.

“I don’t think it’s fair at all.”

Click 'read more' for the full story on Stuff.

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1009 days ago

Hey Neighbours! Has your KiwiSaver balance changed lately?

The Team from NZ Compare

Your KiwiSaver balance goes up and down depending on the stock market and economic conditions, like the pandemic!

You may have noticed your balance fluctuating a bit, for a lot of us it's been dropping. Not what we like to see!

Don't panic, learn why yours might have dropped thanks… View more
Your KiwiSaver balance goes up and down depending on the stock market and economic conditions, like the pandemic!

You may have noticed your balance fluctuating a bit, for a lot of us it's been dropping. Not what we like to see!

Don't panic, learn why yours might have dropped thanks to Money Compare and get some control back.

Money Compare is a quick and easy tool to help you Compare KiwiSaver plans, Insurance and Loans and Credit Cards. Like our other comparison brands it will help you find the best financial solution or provider in NZ to suit your needs and budget.

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1009 days ago

Twosday

NumberWorks'nWords Takapuna

Did you know, February 22, 2022 is a palindrome date, meaning it can be read the same way backward and forward!

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1012 days ago

Campbells Bay Tennis Club Rally Against Breast Cancer - Sunday from 10.30am

Tash from Castor Bay

Come along to Campbells Bay Tennis Club tomorrow for a $5 CardioTennis class at 11am on Sunday to raise funds for breast cancer research. No experience or racket needed.


Coffee van from 10.30am, BBQ at 12pm and awesome raffles from local businesses 😍

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1010 days ago

Red Hot Deals mailer out now!

Heathcote Appliances

Heathcotes’ Red Hot Deals mailer is out now! Shop hot deals on TV, Audio, Kitchen and Laundry, IT, Beds and more in store and online!

Plus, every $100 spent will give you one entry into the draw to win a Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Edition!*

Come and see us in store or shop online at … View more
Heathcotes’ Red Hot Deals mailer is out now! Shop hot deals on TV, Audio, Kitchen and Laundry, IT, Beds and more in store and online!

Plus, every $100 spent will give you one entry into the draw to win a Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Edition!*

Come and see us in store or shop online at www.heathcotes.co.nz!

The Heathcotes team

*Terms and Conditions apply. View full promotion terms and conditions here.
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1010 days ago

Trade in your old Woodburner

West City Heating Services

Is your existing woodburner tired, old and cold? Upgrade now for a more modern and efficient model woodfire

West City Heating is your one stop fireplace shop, Dr Flue for chimney sweeping and maintenance work

Offer is March Only – packages upon a no cost site inspection
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1012 days ago

Learn new skills, unlock your future.

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Administration & Technology, Money Management, Smart Steps to Buisness or Business Project Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes … View more
Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Administration & Technology, Money Management, Smart Steps to Buisness or Business Project Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes starting in March. Don’t miss out! Enrol today.
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1013 days ago

Gas Heater flued

Katharina from Glenfield

Gas Heater $60
Gas Heater - flued, 2.3-8.2 kW Rinnai Energysaver 1004FTR

This is the natural gas version and is flued so no humidity issues like you get with the unflued heaters. It has been working perfectly fine. We’re remodelling so the builder had to get the plumber to take it off the wall. … View more
Gas Heater $60
Gas Heater - flued, 2.3-8.2 kW Rinnai Energysaver 1004FTR

This is the natural gas version and is flued so no humidity issues like you get with the unflued heaters. It has been working perfectly fine. We’re remodelling so the builder had to get the plumber to take it off the wall. Selling as is and buyer takes responsibility to get them installed by a certified gas fitter. I am also told you’re meant to have them re-certified - if this is required it’s also the buyers responsibility. Suggest you talk to your gasfitter if you’re unsure.

Measurements: wide 930mm, heigh 670mm, deep 320mm

Negotiable

1013 days ago

New arrivals

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Hi neighbours!
Awesome new arrivals at Red Cross Wairau Park Super Store! Great selection of toys, games, books, homeware and kitchenware- come over this weekend and check it out!
We are open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm
18 Link Drive, Wairau Valley

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1013 days ago

Draft Regional Parks Management Plan

The Team from Auckland Council

Last 2 weeks to have your say on the Draft Regional Parks Management Plan.
Find out more by clicking on 'Read More'.
#AKHaveYourSay

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