Freemans Bay, Auckland

341 days ago

Apartment for an artist

Adam from Eden Terrace

-A spacious unit with one of the largest patios in the block.
-Industrial chic combined with a modern, stylish aesthetic.
-Located in an entertainment hub with bars, cafés, & casual & high-end restaurants.

Videos & aerial shots of the block, & specification sheet: bit.ly...View more
-A spacious unit with one of the largest patios in the block.
-Industrial chic combined with a modern, stylish aesthetic.
-Located in an entertainment hub with bars, cafés, & casual & high-end restaurants.

Videos & aerial shots of the block, & specification sheet: bit.ly... All units of the block were made using the same suite of high-quality materials. The colour is the most significant difference.

Being able to go between the street & unit without using the lifts is good on day 1 & very appreciated after year 1.

-Hallway: intercom with the ability to unlock the block's front door.
-Coat closet: power sockets, optical network terminal (for fibre-internet), Ethernet ports that are connected to those in the dining room & 1st bedroom, TV connections, shelf, horizontal bar for hangers.
-Bathroom: toilet, 2 sinks (regular & deep), very large shower, washing machine, water heater for the unit (supplies stable-temperature water to the shower & taps when appliances are being used, & hot water to the unit even if the electricity & water supply are cut), extractor fan (can be turned on via switch & is turned on when current is drawn from the relevant wall socket), heated towel rack & floor.
-Kitchen with high-end appliances:
--Fisher & Paykel fridge-freezer.
--smeg cooker:
---4 induction hob elements.
---Cooker (oven, grill, fan (off, low, high), clock, alarm, timer (cooker will turn on & off at certain times), cleaning mode).
--Dishwasher, sink with waste disposal unit, extractor fan, lights next to the fan & under the cupboards.
-Bathroom & kitchen: gentle-close cupboards & drawers, & gentle-touch taps that can be operated by wrist.
-Dining room: satellite & UHF TV, & Ethernet ports.
-1st bedroom: UHF TV & Ethernet ports.
-Patio: water tap, lights, very durable tiles with small gaps between them (every gap is a drain - avoiding the puddles that form when cleaning other patios).

Patio: 34m2. Rest of unit: 79.2m2. Total: 113.2m2.
Ceiling height: hallway, bathroom & 2nd bedroom: 2.85m; patio & rest of unit: 4m. Most of the block's units have ceiling heights of much less than 4m.

As a guide, the tenant’s internet package: wireless (4G), >5MB/s, $39/month.
Lights: LED.

The block has >350t of concrete & steel, & significant thermal mass. At midday summer & midnight winter it is noticeably cooler & warmer respectively than other homes. Most residents don’t bother with active heating or cooling.

Indoor car park:
-Private parking that is big enough for e.g. a large SUV, 3 motorbikes & some tool boxes. There is no official parking for guests but if one of yours occasionally parks behind you, that is tolerable. There is a security camera near here & at other locations.
-If you require an electric vehicle charger, the BC manager can install it.
-Parking for bikes shared with the block's residents.
-Air quality monitors (including CO), automatic ventilation.
-Electronically operated & monitored doors.

Residents & their guests commonly use street parking & many businesses in the area have external security cameras.

Apartment block:
-At entrance: box for couriers & others to leave notes.
-Foyer: post boxes with locks (couriers will large items on top of the boxes & in view of the camera, or with a neighbour, depending on your preference).
-Common areas: lifts, security cameras.
-Double glazing.
-Soundproofing in the floors & walls.
-Street parking on each side. If you have heavy items to move between the unit & a truck, you can park it on the pavement, which is a 10s-walk from the unit’s front door.

Driving distance (m): Four Square (grocery store; 220), petrol (240), scooter mechanic (250), car park with EV chargers (450), SH16 west (550), car mechanic (700), SH1 south (800), Countdown Ponsonby (1,300), Countdown Mt Eden (1,700), Mission Bay beach (near changing rooms, toilets, shower & a fountain; 8800).

The unit is quiet due to not being
a) high in the block (the higher the level, the more wind noise there is; levels 3 & 4 are very noticeably more noisy, & higher levels are worse; several times per year the wind is strong enough to move possessions that are on patios),
b) near a main road (the nearest is 83m away & >70m is recommended if you want to avoid noise) or train track (the nearest is 409m away & given that trains have to sound their horns >300m is recommended), or
c) in a corridor with a lot of foot traffic (only the resident of a 1-bedroom unit needs to walk past the front door of this unit; other units have >20 times more foot traffic).

Multi-award-winning developer Urban Collective converted a data centre that was built to demanding bomb-shelter standards into a modern apartment block. Many of the residents are professionals, artists or businesses people. The block is excellent for meeting clients & photoshoots (I have shot models in & around the block many times).

The tenants can stay (@ $870/w) or leave, & in the latter case the unit will be expertly serviced & cleaned. You'll have the apartment's manuals & access to friendly neighbours. If you need help with moving or anything else, before or after purchase, please ask.

9 sequential photos are labelled "105E". This unit was empty so photographing it was more convenient. It has a different layout but the ceilings, walls, floors, windows, tiles (bathroom & patio), doors, taps, switches, sinks etc. are the same re colours & materials.

The block's online group has a lot of activity, & is used by residents to share free items (usually homeware), advice, products & services.

Options: queen bed, inflatable jacuzzi with powerful 28W UV-ray sanitation system, heavy-duty cabinet with 101cm LCD TV, desks, metal & wooden shelves, drawer units, chairs, stools, 3-person sofa.

BC fee: $3,922
Rates: $2,455
CV (1.8.22): $440k land + $660k improvements = $1.1M
Elevation: 75m above sea level.
Enquires: adamdbanks@gmail.com; urgent: 0204 120 1322

107, 13 Dundonald St; between Newton & New North Road, Symonds St & Basque Park; Eden Terrace, Auckland.

Price: $940,000

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341 days ago

Small Mobile Grey Office Drawers - On Wheels

Ashwin from Grey Lynn

Small Mobile Grey Office Drawers - On Wheels
3 x Drawers, 1st one is great for stationery and the 2 are larger. No Key available for the lockable drawer.
Dimensions:
Height 550 mm
Width 425 mm
Depth 510 mm
Can deliver for free within 5 kms of Grey Lynn

Price: $35

341 days ago

Poll: What issues have you encountered?

The Team from NZ Compare

New Year, New Connection! How's your broadband holding up?
Have you encountered any issues with your current broadband service in the past year? Share your thoughts and let's help each other out!

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What issues have you encountered?
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405 votes
342 days ago

Make sure you don’t miss the next Art Battle!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Victoria Park

6pm – Thursday 22 February

Get charged up for an electrifying Thursday night, featuring live, pulse-pounding art!

Art Battle is the planet’s biggest live painting competition - across 50+ cities worldwide. And now it’s coming right here to Auckland!

Be a part of the energy, as … View more
6pm – Thursday 22 February

Get charged up for an electrifying Thursday night, featuring live, pulse-pounding art!

Art Battle is the planet’s biggest live painting competition - across 50+ cities worldwide. And now it’s coming right here to Auckland!

Be a part of the energy, as skilled artists engage in a high-speed showdown, flinging paint with every stroke.

12 artists, 3 rounds, 1 champion. Cast your vote. And as the night unfolds, snag a one-of-a-kind masterpiece as every artwork created goes up for auction.

Hosted by MC Jules Craft, plus top DJ and a whole lot of artistic talent, it is sure to be a night to remember.

Artists, art and colour lovers.. are you ready?

Book your tickets today!

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343 days ago

Vampire Power: Avoid the Invisible Lurker

The Team from NZ Compare

Do you know that even when you switch off your devices, like the TV or coffee machine, they might still be sucking up power?

But fear not! At Power Compare, we've got the tools to help you ward off these energy thieves and SAVE money. Discover how to combat vampire power and keep your … View more
Do you know that even when you switch off your devices, like the TV or coffee machine, they might still be sucking up power?

But fear not! At Power Compare, we've got the tools to help you ward off these energy thieves and SAVE money. Discover how to combat vampire power and keep your energy bills in check.
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344 days ago

Boy sport wear Branded with excellent condition

Mary from Auckland Central

1.Puma size 9.5 worn once $50
2. Addias Torsion size 9.5 $40
3. Nike dry fit Tee size L $15
4.Armour dry fit size M $20
5. Nike dry fit size M $20
6.NEW addidas dry fit size M $28
7. Canterbury tee … View more
1.Puma size 9.5 worn once $50
2. Addias Torsion size 9.5 $40
3. Nike dry fit Tee size L $15
4.Armour dry fit size M $20
5. Nike dry fit size M $20
6.NEW addidas dry fit size M $28
7. Canterbury tee size S $5

Meet @ Greenlane OR CBD on Fri.only

Negotiable

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344 days ago

good stuffs to good home

Mary from Auckland Central

1.NEW food thermos flask 600 ml. for school lunch or BB food $10 ea OR $16 for 2
2. weight tracking scale $10
3.glass kettle with filter 600 ml $10
4. Sheer panal fit window 150Wx 135H cm.
$8 ea OR $15 for 2 NEW
5. wok … View more
1.NEW food thermos flask 600 ml. for school lunch or BB food $10 ea OR $16 for 2
2. weight tracking scale $10
3.glass kettle with filter 600 ml $10
4. Sheer panal fit window 150Wx 135H cm.
$8 ea OR $15 for 2 NEW
5. wok 33x 9 cm $8
6.travel bag used once 90x 36x 35 cm $8
7. NEW strandbag with side pocket in and out $5
meet @Greenlane
CBD Fri.only

Negotiable

344 days ago

SOFA BED LIKE NEW FOR SALE

Jessie from Ponsonby

Excellent condition, 3-4 seater (2m wide, 91cm depth as sofa), sofa bed (double/queen size) and mattress, $800 OBO, pickup from Ponsonby

Negotiable

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344 days ago

Epsom girl uniforms

Mary from Auckland Central

Worn 1 year only
1.short sleeve shirt Size 6 excellent condition $35
2.-3.Jersey size XS both ~$85 $45 ea
4.short skirt size 12 $40
5. long skirt size 8 $50
6.*extra Girl planet … View more
Worn 1 year only
1.short sleeve shirt Size 6 excellent condition $35
2.-3.Jersey size XS both ~$85 $45 ea
4.short skirt size 12 $40
5. long skirt size 8 $50
6.*extra Girl planet skirt size 12 $5
pick Greenlane .
CBD Fri.only

Negotiable

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344 days ago

Mahogany 1960s Don Lounge Suite - Sofa Bed and Two Chairs - will sell separately

Elaine from Freemans Bay

Don Furniture sofa bed and 2 chairs from the mid 1960s. I have been told this is a Don Danart. Folds flat to form a double bed. Really comfortable sofa and even comfortable as a bed.

Sofa dimensions are 2040mm long X 740mm from the front to the back. The seat is about 450mm high, and the top … View more
Don Furniture sofa bed and 2 chairs from the mid 1960s. I have been told this is a Don Danart. Folds flat to form a double bed. Really comfortable sofa and even comfortable as a bed.

Sofa dimensions are 2040mm long X 740mm from the front to the back. The seat is about 450mm high, and the top of the back is about 800mm high off the ground.Chair dimensions 400mm across the arms, front to back total 760mm, seat about 450mm high, and the back is about 870mm high at the highest point. The back cushion is about 590mm high. I have been told these are Don Princess chairs.

Price: $1,775

345 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for pumpkin?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, our readers love learning things from other readers, so we're looking for recipes for pumpkin to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by January 26, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the March issue of NZ Gardener.

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345 days ago

WIN 1 of 4 X $60 Gift Cards!

The Team from NZ Compare

Embark on a fantastic 2024 journey! WIN your share of $240 (We have 4 X $60 gift cards to giveaway).

Simply tell us which bill you want to SAVE on this year - is it your power bill, or maybe your broadband, mobile phone, or mortgage? CLICK below to participate.

NZ Compare 's 2024 goal … View more
Embark on a fantastic 2024 journey! WIN your share of $240 (We have 4 X $60 gift cards to giveaway).

Simply tell us which bill you want to SAVE on this year - is it your power bill, or maybe your broadband, mobile phone, or mortgage? CLICK below to participate.

NZ Compare 's 2024 goal is helping more Kiwis COMPARE and SAVE!

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345 days ago

Display it

The Team from Resene ColorShop Victoria Park

Make the most of your open shelves with a refresh using Resene paints.

Find out how to bring out the best in your shelves with this easy to follow advice.

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345 days ago

Doug finds family at Ryman

Edmund Hillary Retirement Village

Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.… View more
Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.

The resulting hilarious sequence of dry, but complimentary-to-Ryman, one-liners left the audience calling for Doug to have his own show. One fan even touted him as the next PM!

What viewers didn’t know, however, was that behind the droll exterior, Doug was dealing with the loss of his beloved wife Jan.

Click to read Doug's story.

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345 days ago

New standards to recycle right

The Team from Auckland Council

From 1 February 2024, new national recycling standards will be rolling out across the country to create a more simplified approach to kerbside recycling, making it easier for residents to reduce waste and recycle right. ♻️

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