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541 days ago

Auckland Harbour Bridge CLOSED

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

1:40PM UPDATE: Bridge now reopened but with limited lanes.
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Waka Kotahi shared that the Auckland Harbour Bridge is now closed to both northbound and southbound traffic as of 1:10PM due to weather.

Damaging gales were predicted to blow up to 110km/h, … View more
1:40PM UPDATE: Bridge now reopened but with limited lanes.
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Waka Kotahi shared that the Auckland Harbour Bridge is now closed to both northbound and southbound traffic as of 1:10PM due to weather.

Damaging gales were predicted to blow up to 110km/h, while strong wind watches are in place for nearly the entire North Island.

MetService said the gales could cause power cuts in Northland, Auckland and Waikato, with the highest winds on westerly coastlines likely to down trees.

What you need to know:
- The Harbour Bridge is closed due to high gust winds.
- Vehicles needing to travel should detour via the Western Ring Route (SH18/SH16) at this time.

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541 days ago

Talking Turkey - the Bird, on East FM, Saturday from 3pm

Phil from Farm Cove

Turkey the Bird – the band, not nation; Barry “Dr Rock” Jenkin, and a healthy dose of original Kiwi music are subject matter – citizens – on today’s She’ll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, 3-7pm (NZ time, May 20) on East FM.
Taranaki-hard Turkey the Bird, the … View more
Turkey the Bird – the band, not nation; Barry “Dr Rock” Jenkin, and a healthy dose of original Kiwi music are subject matter – citizens – on today’s She’ll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, 3-7pm (NZ time, May 20) on East FM.
Taranaki-hard Turkey the Bird, the hugely-entertaining and musically charming folk trio who play all the guitar-family string instruments, and sing of life and the land, are at the tail-end of an “epic” 27-concert tour of the country.
We’ll be talking live with André Manella of Turkey the Bird at 4pm, and playing tracks from their great album WTF (When Turkeys Fly) in the lead-up to their only Auckland show on Saturday, May 27, at the Ministry of Folk, held at Auckland Guide Centre, 132 Grange Rd, Mt Eden. Tickets at www.turkeythebird.co.nz...
There have been tributes galore to Barry Jenkin these past days, and we’ll chip in with recollections of Dr Rock, the man of late-night gruff rock DJ persona, learned in his knowledge, sure of his convictions. He certainly guided a lot of us into exciting musical territories.
And because it’s NZ Music Month, we’re only playing Kiwi music on She’ll Be Right Shows in May.
Turkey the Bird: Andre Manella, originally of Switzerland, is on guitar, bass and percussion; Adrian Whelan, from Ireland, plays guitar, mandolin, bass and spoons; and Sol Bear Coulton, the Kiwi, sparkles on banjo and slide guitar.
East FM is East Auckland’s fair-dinkum community-powered public service radio station, on 88.1FM and 107.1FM on local frequencies, nationally and globally at www.eastfm.nz... and on app iHeart Radio.
She’ll Be Right - it’s all about the vibe; it’s all about the groove. And this Saturday, we’re talking Turkey – the Bird, and doing it for Dr Rock and Bruce Robertson. - PJ

541 days ago

Your young Blues fan could be a special guest at the next Blues home game!

Auckland Blues

Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

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Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies.
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542 days ago

Bee kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Use Resene paint and plants to create a bee-friendly corner. Find out how.

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542 days ago

Plan for your future

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.

"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."

Click below to hear their story.

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546 days ago

Share your money-saving tips!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.

As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View more
With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.

As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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542 days ago

Bulk kids chucks

Rochelle from Pakuranga Heights

4x pairs of used chuck Taylor's the purple low cut are heavily discolored bit still life in them. 1 pair is a boot. And 2 x Hightop. All in fairly good used condition as is where is. And fifs. Pickup pakuranga. They are sizes 3 and 4 kids ( youth) any questions just ask cheers.

Price: $40

542 days ago

Have you got this Kmart product?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The… View more
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.

Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.

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542 days ago

Our Drury Transfer Station is NOW OPEN!

Green Gorilla

Green Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.

Attention to all residents of South Auckland!

Need to get rid of an old fridge, a TV or both? Have a dead car battery, or perhaps finished your DIY project?

Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully … View more
Green Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.

Attention to all residents of South Auckland!

Need to get rid of an old fridge, a TV or both? Have a dead car battery, or perhaps finished your DIY project?

Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit - / EFTPOS card to drive in, and the trailer with your waste!

Location: 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury South – GATE A
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Mon-Fri 7 am -4.30 pm
Sat – Sun 7.30am – 3.30pm
For pricing & more: Check our website
Ph. 09 636 22 44
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542 days ago

Five out of five for Acacia Cove

Acacia Cove

Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great … View more
Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great quality of life for its residents. Acacia Cove gives its residents a social community feel, with bowling greens, snooker table, craft room and indoor pools, providing great opportunities for residents to mix and mingle. The five newly completed apartments are situated 50 metres away from the Village centre.

Acacia Cove understands that its residents require dwellings where they can live safely and independently. Universal Design provides this. Acacia Cove decided applying Universal Design best accessibility practice was of high importance.

If you’re aged 60 and over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Contact long time manager Burce Cullington on (09) 268 8522.
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543 days ago

Get cosy with your whānau

EECA

Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.

They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.

They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View more
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.

They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.

They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.

And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
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543 days ago

What can you do about that bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, … View more
If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact TDR online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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544 days ago

Howick Art School

Megan from Cockle Bay

Come and join us at MEGANZ School of Visual Arts
We are based in Cockle Bay. (Road opposite Howick College)
We love to teach tweens, teens, and adults how to draw, paint and sculpt. Check out our website for details - www.vizart.co.nz...
Students can start at any time throughout the term.
Work … View more
Come and join us at MEGANZ School of Visual Arts
We are based in Cockle Bay. (Road opposite Howick College)
We love to teach tweens, teens, and adults how to draw, paint and sculpt. Check out our website for details - www.vizart.co.nz...
Students can start at any time throughout the term.
Work at your own pace and on your own projects.
Phone/text Megan to make a time to meet prior to starting the course.
Look for to working with you or your child.
Cheers

544 days ago

Concert - Oratorio

David from Pakuranga Heights

One hundred voices: Handel's Messiah, by Pakuranga Choral Society with Franklin Choral. A jubilant experience not to be missed. Please view poster.

PCS poster May 2023 - Word file.pdf Download View

544 days ago

Yellow Ribbon week at Botany Toyota!

Botany Toyota

It's National Road Safety week and to support the cause the Botany Service team yellowed up! And yes ... that is our owner Tony Howard right front in a fetching yellow sequinned hair bow!

One of the things we are encouraging our customers to start doing this week is give our young people … View more
It's National Road Safety week and to support the cause the Botany Service team yellowed up! And yes ... that is our owner Tony Howard right front in a fetching yellow sequinned hair bow!

One of the things we are encouraging our customers to start doing this week is give our young people newly on the road and displaying 'L' plates a break - remember ... they're just learning and trying their best!

Cheers to our friends over at RYDA Road Safety NZ for the yellow ribbons so we can show our support!

#RoadSafetyWeek #toyotanz #roadsafetyawareness #RoadSafetyEducation See less

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