Grafton, Auckland

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1407 days ago

anyone got a metal detector?

Stephen from Mount Eden

Hi. I need to find a manhole cover that's been buried under a lawn. I'm happy to pay someone $50 for ten minutes of work. Stephen

1407 days ago

Poll: Do you think owning your own home in post pandemic Auckland is achievable?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A rundown Herne Bay villa that has been in the same family for nearly 80 years has been sold for $8 million.

The new owner plans to restore the villa to its former glory.

In the same family since 1942, the villa sits on about 2200 square metres.

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A rundown Herne Bay villa that has been in the same family for nearly 80 years has been sold for $8 million.

The new owner plans to restore the villa to its former glory.

In the same family since 1942, the villa sits on about 2200 square metres.

Please put NFP if you do not want your comment used by Stuff.

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Do you think owning your own home in post pandemic Auckland is achievable?
  • 30.6% Yes
    30.6% Complete
  • 59.7% No
    59.7% Complete
  • 9.7% Undecided- it's too complex
    9.7% Complete
72 votes
1408 days ago

We Say, You Say: Supermarket Prices

Neighbourly.co.nz

The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated … View more
The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated $2.5 million dollars. Labour promised an investigation into food prices on the election campaign and if unfair practices are found when the Commission's report is released in late 2021, necessary changes will be made.

Do you notice price differences between supermarket chains?

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of your community paper.

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1411 days ago

House plants wanted

Rachel from Mount Eden

Looking for any house plants or pots? I’m trying to make my room a lot more green! Thanks in advance

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1408 days ago

Tires to give away - Te Atatu Pony Club

Anne from Mount Eden

Lots of used tires to give away. Potato planters, rope swings, jetty bumpers, obstacle courses...

Free

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1408 days ago

A safer and more vibrant Ponsonby Road is on the way!

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

A safer and more vibrant Ponsonby Road is on the way! We're working with the community to test people-friendly spaces and safer ways to travel along Ponsonby Road. This is part of several Innovating Streets projects across Auckland.

Have your say: ow.ly...

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1408 days ago

Nespresso coffee machine for sale

Natalia from Eden Terrace

Hi guys!

I'm selling my very much loved coffee machine.

It's freshly cleaned and in working condition. Goes with an original box, all instructions and a bunch of compatible coffee capsules. Pick up in Eden Terrace. 40$

Send me a message if interested.

Thanks!

Price: $40

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1408 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords maths and English tuition.

NumberWorks'nWords Remuera

NumberWorks'nWords can help by identifying gaps, explaining your child’s learning style, and providing you with recommendations.

Get in touch to learn how tutoring with NumberWorks'nWords can help your child

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1408 days ago

Summer Fiesta Holiday Programme 2020

Danielle Muller from Epsom Community Centre

Introducing Parnell Trust's Summer Fiesta holiday programme!

16-24 December 2020 & 5-29 January 2021

Our team has planned SIX WEEKS of super school holiday fun for the upcoming Summer school holidays to keep your kids happy and active every day.

We have an awesome selection of on-site … View more
Introducing Parnell Trust's Summer Fiesta holiday programme!

16-24 December 2020 & 5-29 January 2021

Our team has planned SIX WEEKS of super school holiday fun for the upcoming Summer school holidays to keep your kids happy and active every day.

We have an awesome selection of on-site Club House activities and off-site Adventure Seekers activities to choose from in Parnell and Epsom, plus two special On The Move trips that are ideal for active kids - these have limited spaces available so get in quick if your interested!

❓Why choose Parnell Trust?

☀️ We offer up to THREE exciting activities each day:
🕶️ Club House activities (on-site)
🕶️ Adventure Seekers (trips around Auckland area)
🕶️ On The Move (high energy activities)

☀️ Choose from TWO convenient locations:
🕶️ EPSOM: Main hall at Epsom Normal Primary School, 41 The Drive, Epsom
🕶️ *PARNELL: Jubilee Hall at Parnell Trust, 545 Parnell Road, Parnell
*New Parnell location

☀️ Our hours work for busy parents:
🕶️ Drop off from as early as 7.30am
🕶️ Pick up as late as 6pm

For more information about our Summer Fiesta programme visit parnell.org.nz/SHP

Ready to enrol? Visit parnell.org.nz/SHP-enrol for links to our Enrolmy listings and enrol online today!

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1408 days ago

Quality Louvres, Accessible Prices

The Louvre Company

Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also … View more
Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also specialize in manually operable louvre and fixed louvres.

Get your free quote today! Call or email with the rough measurements of your louvre, and find out for yourself that TLC has quality NZ made and designed louvres for accessible prices!

info@thelouvrecompany.co.nz
0800 852 669 (TLC NOW)
Visit us online

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1429 days ago

Poll: Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the … View more
It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the Occupy protest, the Rugby World Cup opening night transport debacle, a battle with central government over funding the inner-city rail loop, and a contest of wills over delegating powers to local boards and council-controlled organisations.

Auckland's inaugural super mayor Len Brown hailed it a success.

"Generally 2011 has been a good first year for the council, " Brown said in 2012.

"We've brought the region together... At the same time we have driven $81 million in efficiencies and reduced the inherited 9.3 per cent rates increase down to 3.9 per cent."

The boundaries of the new super city were unveiled in 2010.

Super city Auckland was divided into 13 wards with 21 local boards.

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Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?
  • 7.1% Yes
    7.1% Complete
  • 92.9% No
    92.9% Complete
1491 votes
1409 days ago

Fraud Awareness Week

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID… View more
This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID A SCAM:

+ A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.

+ Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.

+ Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.

+ Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

+ Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.

+ Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam you can contact Police and report the matter via 105.

For more info on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed, visit:

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1409 days ago

Police pay tribute to fallen officer Matt Ratana

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.

Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each… View more
Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.

Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each other in the inaugural game for the Sgt Matt Matiu Ratana Memorial trophy.

Ratana, 54, worked for both districts while policing in New Zealand.

Ratana, 54, who was originally from Hawke's Bay, was shot dead in a South London custody centre on September 25, allegedly by a man who had been detained, while working for Metropolitan Police.

The trophy was funded by former New Zealand Police colleagues and acknowledges Ratana's rank of sergeant in the Metropolitan Police Service.

It bears a huia feather - the police tradition to honour fallen officers.

Also attached to the trophy are blue and white ribbons showing the colours of Auckland and of Ratana's beloved East Grinstead Rugby Football Club.

The commemorative game will become an annual event for police rugby in Auckland and Counties Manukau.

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1409 days ago

Looking for gardening and lawn care work???

Seamus from Mount Eden

Hey everyone -

I've just finished my university semester and am looking for gardening and lawn care work.

I can take care of lawns, trim hedges, do weeding and garden waste removal, look after veggie patches, etc. I have my own tools and I can remove all waste if needed.

021 02596364

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Hey everyone -

I've just finished my university semester and am looking for gardening and lawn care work.

I can take care of lawns, trim hedges, do weeding and garden waste removal, look after veggie patches, etc. I have my own tools and I can remove all waste if needed.

021 02596364

I'm based in Balmoral but can work all around Central Auckland.

Competitive and reasonable rates.

Thanks,
Seamus

1414 days ago

First home buyer burned by sunset clause finally secures dream house in Lower Hutt

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. … View more
Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. She ended up giving me a bit of a masterclass in tenacity and not giving up on your home owning dreams.
Find out how Bailey found her first home, and what it means to her after such a big let down.

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