Fairview Heights, Auckland

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

2277 days ago

Poll: Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The … View more
Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.

Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?

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Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?
  • 77.6% Yes, let's get rid of them
    77.6% Complete
  • 22.4% No, plastic straws are useful
    22.4% Complete
2774 votes
2277 days ago

Grand Opening Nails salon

Dana from Rosedale

Grand Opening !!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Come to visit us at 8/ 51 William Pickering Dr,Rosedale to get best price ever for grand opening week promotion!!!!!
Location easy to find,plenty spot of car park and shop around .
Call to book all welcome
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2277 days ago

Free supermarket tour for people with diabetes - Birkenhead

Heath Carle from Comprehensive Care

Join our dietitians for a tour around New World Birkenhead and learn how to shop to manage diabetes well.

Date: Thursday 25 October
Time: 11.00am - 12.00pm
Venue: New World,180 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead

Registrations are essential. Phone Comprehensive Care on 09 415 1091 or email … View more
Join our dietitians for a tour around New World Birkenhead and learn how to shop to manage diabetes well.

Date: Thursday 25 October
Time: 11.00am - 12.00pm
Venue: New World,180 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead

Registrations are essential. Phone Comprehensive Care on 09 415 1091 or email DSME@comprehensivecare.co.nz

This tour is free for people with type 2 diabetes.

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2277 days ago

If the warranty has ended, it doesn't mean your rights have!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.

The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.

If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.

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2277 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

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2282 days ago

Is this the solution to Auckland's traffic woes?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and … View more
Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and Spark collect from our smartphones is being studied to try and solve Auckland's biggest transport problems.

For example, some data is being used to help monitor the performance of new state highway infrastructure or upgrades, including measuring travel times through the Waterview Tunnel.

What are your thoughts on this? Were you aware of it? Do you think a solution to your city's roads can be found in the data? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2278 days ago

Kiwis for Kiwi.

Bachmann Orthodontics

October is Save Kiwi Month. All New Zealanders are urged to join the fight to save our national icon.
By the way, the Kiwi fruit is one of the 3 top fruits for teeth: Kiwis have fiber content, and are packed with calcium, which is a dental super mineral! Calcium neutralizes damaging acids and … View more
October is Save Kiwi Month. All New Zealanders are urged to join the fight to save our national icon.
By the way, the Kiwi fruit is one of the 3 top fruits for teeth: Kiwis have fiber content, and are packed with calcium, which is a dental super mineral! Calcium neutralizes damaging acids and helps bolster your enamel’s defense. What can we do to make you smile? #kiwi #kiwis #smile #kiwibird #kiwifruit #teeth #calcium #dental #savekwi #savekiwimonth #nationalicon #save #orthodontics #bachmannsmile #oralhealth #newzealander

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2278 days ago

Tap into a virtual world of prizes!

Spark Silverdale

Our new Spark store is opening on the 11th October at Silverdale Mall! Come down on Saturday 13th October between 11am - 4pm and try our Virtual Prize Catcher.

We’ve got great prizes up for grabs for all Spark customers who spend $50. Not with Spark? … View more
Our new Spark store is opening on the 11th October at Silverdale Mall! Come down on Saturday 13th October between 11am - 4pm and try our Virtual Prize Catcher.

We’ve got great prizes up for grabs for all Spark customers who spend $50. Not with Spark? Sign up to any of our plans and be in to win.

The prizes are in limited numbers, so get in early. There’s a 5 night holiday in Queenstown for 2 up for grabs. Plus, there’s Snowplanet family passes, speakers, and phones to be won too. Or play to catch credit for your Spark mobile.

Spark terms & conditions apply.
Find out more!

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2278 days ago

Moving overseas!

Stacy from Torbay - Long Bay

We are moving overseas and need to get rid of some stuff.
Printer and booster seat are free. Baby jogger plus accessories and chair are negotiable.
Text on 0212080621 if you are interested. Pick up Torbay. Printer and booster seat are gone.

Negotiable

2278 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2278 days ago

Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Nesting magpies can be particularly aggressive about defending their young – see how to stay safe when they swoop.

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