Glendene, Auckland

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

860 days ago

West Auckland flooding: Report finds council failed to keep creeks clear

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, flooding that impacted thousands of homes was made worse because Auckland Council failed to keep culverts and creek beds clear, a report has found.

More than 150 millimetres of water covered West Auckland during the August flood and the nearby Upper Huia Dam went from 45% … View more
Kia ora neighbours, flooding that impacted thousands of homes was made worse because Auckland Council failed to keep culverts and creek beds clear, a report has found.

More than 150 millimetres of water covered West Auckland during the August flood and the nearby Upper Huia Dam went from 45% capacity to overflowing in the span of only four hours.

The independent report was commissioned by Te Atatū MP Phil Twyford, who hired two experts on flood control to work on the report.

The experts found on the night of August 30 when the heavy rain struck, flooding at the Waimoko Stream, which flows through Swanson and Rānui, was exacerbated by blockages down the stream and in the culverts.

Read the full story at the link below.

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860 days ago

One-off original fantail artwork by Olivia Bezett - charity fundraiser

Bianka Atlas from BirdCare Aotearoa

The wonderful and talented New Zealand artist, Olivia Bezett, has created a stunning baby pīwakawaka (fantail) artwork especially to raise funds for BirdCare Aotearoa.

100% of the money will go directly to BirdCare Aotearoa.

Artwork details:

-A5 size, one-off mini original (meaning no … View more
The wonderful and talented New Zealand artist, Olivia Bezett, has created a stunning baby pīwakawaka (fantail) artwork especially to raise funds for BirdCare Aotearoa.

100% of the money will go directly to BirdCare Aotearoa.

Artwork details:

-A5 size, one-off mini original (meaning no print will ever be made!)
-Polychromos pencils on Fabriano Academia paper.
-Unframed
-Comes with a certificate of authenticity

Olivia took the reference photo for this piece herself, in the south island on Lake Ohau (fun fact: her now husband proposed to her a few minutes after taking the pic!)

The Trade Me auction closes 9.00pm Thursday 19 May, so get your bids in now! Thank you so much to Olivia for creating this beautiful piece and helping raise funds for BirdCare Aotearoa.

You can read more about Olivia and her work here: oliviabezettartist.com...

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861 days ago

Vintage week here at Red cross

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Come on in for our vintage retro week.Get your retro look for the best prices in town. Visit your local Red Cross shop at 433 great north Rd Henderson 09 835 1152
See you then.

864 days ago

New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week - Parks

The Team from Auckland Council

In our final video for New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week, we help you find your next outdoor adventure in one of our 4000 parks.

Find out more by clicking on 'Read More'.

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861 days ago

Ancient kauri designer mirror

Christine from Henderson

Beautiful kauri mirror, size 52 cms wide 96cms tall.
Pick up and purchase only from Red Cross shop Henderson.
This mirror needs to find a special place in someone’s home.

Price: $3,000

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865 days ago

Inorganic household rubbish

Jane from Blockhouse Bay

Hello fellow neighbours. Since the council has been good enough to collect our inorganic rubbish, why can they not have small rubbish stations in industrial areas where we can off load this same rubbish anytime? it could curb the dumping of such materials on our streets. they could have camera and … View moreHello fellow neighbours. Since the council has been good enough to collect our inorganic rubbish, why can they not have small rubbish stations in industrial areas where we can off load this same rubbish anytime? it could curb the dumping of such materials on our streets. they could have camera and fines as deterrent to be abused by businesses. Just a thought.. Just sick of seeing the dumping TBH

869 days ago

Another Year 13 Students' Maths journey with EMT

Sonia from

"I am getting Excellence and Merit in Maths after joining EMT"
Ziya Y13
Lynfield college

Contact us on info@expertmathstuition.co.nz
Enrol now: forms.gle...

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862 days ago

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern tests positive for Covid-19

Brian from New Lynn

She has been in isolation since Sunday, May 8, after her partner Clarke Gayford tested positive.
"The Prime Minister has been symptomatic since Friday evening, returning a weak positive last night and a clear positive this morning on a RAT test. At this stage her symptoms are moderate," … View more
She has been in isolation since Sunday, May 8, after her partner Clarke Gayford tested positive.
"The Prime Minister has been symptomatic since Friday evening, returning a weak positive last night and a clear positive this morning on a RAT test. At this stage her symptoms are moderate," the Prime Minister's Office said in a media release.
"As a result the Prime Minister will be required to isolate until the morning of Saturday 21 May. She will not be in Parliament this week for the release of the Government’s Emissions Reduction Plan this coming Monday or for the Budget on Thursday. Travel arrangements for her trade mission to the United States are unaffected at this stage.
"The Prime Minister will undertake what duties she can remotely this week, but Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson will take the post-cabinet press conference on Monday 16 May."
Ardern said: “This is a milestone week for the Government and I’m gutted I can’t be there for it."
“Our emissions reduction plan set’s the path to achieve our carbon zero goal and the budget addresses the long-term future and security of New Zealand’s health system.
“But as I said earlier in the week isolating with Covid-19 is a very Kiwi experience this year and my family is no different."
The Prime Minister said in an Instagram post with a positive RAT that "despite best efforts, unfortunately I’ve joined the rest of my family and have tested positive for Covid-19".
"We’ve been isolating since Sunday when Clarke first tested positive. Neve tested positive on Wednesday and I returned a weak positive last night and a strong one this morning. There are so many important things happening for the Government this week - the release of our Emissions Reduction Plan on Monday and the Budget on Thursday. I’m gutted to miss being there in person, but will be staying in close touch with the team and sharing some reckons from here," she said.
"To anyone else out there, isolating or dealing with Covid, I hope you take good care of yourselves!"
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863 days ago

Handyman accused of ripping off clients and using other tradies' images

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, a West Auckland handyman has allegedly left at least five homeowners out of pocket to the tune of thousands of dollars and used photographs of other tradies’ work to drum up business.

A number of homeowners claim they were ripped off by Keith George of KG Property … View more
Kia ora neighbours, a West Auckland handyman has allegedly left at least five homeowners out of pocket to the tune of thousands of dollars and used photographs of other tradies’ work to drum up business.

A number of homeowners claim they were ripped off by Keith George of KG Property Maintenance, who also goes by Keith Elliott.

One business owner claims the handyman used photographs from one of his landscaping jobs and passed it off as his own work. George denies the allegations.

Vincent Chand and his wife Leila, both 68-year-olds from Glen Eden, said they found George on Builderscrack, a website used to find trusted builders and contacted him to do repairs to their garage.

Read the full story at the link below.

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863 days ago

Triple-bay compost bin

The Team from Resene ColorShop Henderson

Create your own triple compost bin and stain in Resene Waterborne Woodsman. Use the handy compartments for fresh scraps, decomposing material and usable compost.
Find out how to create your own.

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865 days ago

New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week - Waste

The Team from Auckland Council

In this video for New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week, we help you find the dates for your waste collection on public holidays.

Find out more here: bit.ly...

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865 days ago

Want to go shopping without leaving your couch?

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare is the home of easy and free to use comparison sites. We’re passionate about helping Kiwis compare what’s out there, so we wanted to introduce you to a new member of our brand family – PriceMe!

PriceMe is NZ's largest comparison-shopping site, sounds fun right?! Whether … View more
NZ Compare is the home of easy and free to use comparison sites. We’re passionate about helping Kiwis compare what’s out there, so we wanted to introduce you to a new member of our brand family – PriceMe!

PriceMe is NZ's largest comparison-shopping site, sounds fun right?! Whether you're buying electronics, appliances, smartphones or watches, hair straighteners or any other everyday household or office product – find the best prices on PriceMe.

Make it your first stop, not an afterthought Neighbours!

Plus, you don’t need to leave the house! Shopping made simple, just how we like it.
Visit us

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866 days ago

Poll: Do you think Digital Marketing can help small businesses grow?

Najia from GlobalInfo Ltd

Digital Marketing benefits small businesses or not

Do you think Digital Marketing can help small businesses grow?
  • 83.3% Yes
    83.3% Complete
  • 16.7% No
    16.7% Complete
6 votes
865 days ago

New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week - Local Elections

The Team from Auckland Council

Our 6th video for New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week gets you ready for the local elections 2022.

Find out more by clicking on 'Read More'.

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866 days ago

Lawns

Carlene from Glendene

Looking for contractor to mow and do edges, must have mulch mower or take grass away. Reliable, reasonable pricing. Would be fortnightly mows on a Thursday/Friday Glendene area. Recommendations welcomed.

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