Grafton, Auckland

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1828 days ago

Does your community need a splash of paint?

Resene

Nominations are now open for this year's Resene Colour Your Community! Apply now for up to $1000 worth of paints, wood stains and products to spruce up an area in your 'hood.

You can submit a nomination on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project - … View more
Nominations are now open for this year's Resene Colour Your Community! Apply now for up to $1000 worth of paints, wood stains and products to spruce up an area in your 'hood.

You can submit a nomination on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project - whether that is the paint for a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or refresh of a local playground.

We’ll also be selecting five winning entries plus asking members to vote in the People’s Choice Award!
Apply now!

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1828 days ago

Braised beef & beer pie

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This is a classic recipe - use good quality beef and a tasty ale for the filling.

Ingredients: (Makes 6-8 pies)
1 kg Rump steak, or chuck steak, diced (reserve the fat)
¼ cup Flour
2 Tbsp Vegetable oil, more if needed
200 g Onions, diced
4 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
1 cup Beef stock
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This is a classic recipe - use good quality beef and a tasty ale for the filling.

Ingredients: (Makes 6-8 pies)
1 kg Rump steak, or chuck steak, diced (reserve the fat)
¼ cup Flour
2 Tbsp Vegetable oil, more if needed
200 g Onions, diced
4 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
1 cup Beef stock
2 cups Water, or add more beef stock
1 tsp Marmite
1 cup Beer, an ale or something not too hoppy
100 g Cornflour
½ cup Water, cold
2 packets Flaky pastry, frozen

Cooking directions, Pastry notes and more in the link below!

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1828 days ago

Together we can change this. 🙌

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Reach out, look out, help out AND speak out!

#NSNZendviolence

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1828 days ago

Brand new tours for 2020 have just been launched!

Readers Tours

Want to explore New Zealand's beautiful backyard?!

Our Readers Tours offer adventurous seniors a perfect combination of sights and unique experiences. With two brand new tours launched for 2020, don't miss your chance to visit some of New Zealand’s hidden gems. From the beautiful … View more
Want to explore New Zealand's beautiful backyard?!

Our Readers Tours offer adventurous seniors a perfect combination of sights and unique experiences. With two brand new tours launched for 2020, don't miss your chance to visit some of New Zealand’s hidden gems. From the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and Aoraki, Mt Cook, to the home of Middle Earth and the geothermal sites of Rotorua

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1829 days ago

We need volunteers to join us in Vietnam!

Emily Baker from Habitat for Humanity New Zealand

Habitat for Humanity NZ sends volunteer teams all around the world to build homes in developing nations. We still need volunteers for our Vietnam build in April 2020! Find out how you can have a meaningful travel experience working with Habitat partner families to build a brighter future. Follow … View moreHabitat for Humanity NZ sends volunteer teams all around the world to build homes in developing nations. We still need volunteers for our Vietnam build in April 2020! Find out how you can have a meaningful travel experience working with Habitat partner families to build a brighter future. Follow the link and register your interest today. habitat.org.nz...

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1829 days ago

Is your phone emergency ready? 📢📲

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Only 10 days to go until the 2019 Emergency Mobile Alert nationwide test on 24 November!

EMAs allow you to quickly receive important information from relevant government agencies if there is a serious risk to your life, health or property. The upcoming test allows NZ Civil Defence to evaluate the … View more
Only 10 days to go until the 2019 Emergency Mobile Alert nationwide test on 24 November!

EMAs allow you to quickly receive important information from relevant government agencies if there is a serious risk to your life, health or property. The upcoming test allows NZ Civil Defence to evaluate the system to ensure as many people as possible can receive alerts.

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1829 days ago

Do more of what you love!

Edmund Hillary Retirement Village

We'll pull the weeds, so you can play with your grandkids.

Experience our retirement villages: youtu.be...

1829 days ago

These items are looking for homes - maybe yours!!!

Rae from Ponsonby

Office chairs x 2 $5 each
Pots of plants x 2 $5 each
Retro and Millenuim Calendars - make great posters - $10 each
Art works/prints - offers?
Bar Stool - $25
Shelving - $15
Microwave - $30
Pick up from Ponsonby

Negotiable

1829 days ago

Are villas worth the effort?

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Kiwis have traditionally loved doing up houses. But lately, agents report, home buyers are less and less keen to take on a renovation project, with most preferring a house that is all done and move-in ready.
So we asked the experts: which era of building is the most difficult to renovate: Villas or… View more
Kiwis have traditionally loved doing up houses. But lately, agents report, home buyers are less and less keen to take on a renovation project, with most preferring a house that is all done and move-in ready.
So we asked the experts: which era of building is the most difficult to renovate: Villas or bungalows? Art deco or 1940s? 1950s and state houses? Or mid-century and 1970s homes?
Their answer is surprisingly simple.
“The older the building the harder it is to renovate,” says New Zealand Renovation Company managing director Darrel Assink, who has been in the industry fifteen years. Read the below article if you are interested..
www.oneroof.co.nz...

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1830 days ago

*Win tickets to Christmas Concert

The Team from Bach Musica NZ

Join Bach Musica NZ for a festive finale to our 2019 season with beautiful works by Bach, Vivaldi, Dvořák and Wagner. Let us take you on a journey through two of our favourite eras, beginning with Bach’s Concerto for Oboe & Violin featuring our concertmaster Yanghe Yu and Principal … View moreJoin Bach Musica NZ for a festive finale to our 2019 season with beautiful works by Bach, Vivaldi, Dvořák and Wagner. Let us take you on a journey through two of our favourite eras, beginning with Bach’s Concerto for Oboe & Violin featuring our concertmaster Yanghe Yu and Principal oboist Alison Dunlop, followed by Vivaldi’s joyous Gloria.

Also in the programme, the most beautiful of Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances and his triumphant Te Deum. To top it off, world-renowned bass Martin Snell will sing Wagner’s beautiful Song to the Evening Star.

Conducted by Rita Paczian, who is celebrating her 25th anniversary as Music & Artistic Director of Bach Musica NZ, this concert will be a wonderful way to commence the Christmas season.

● Highlight: After the concert, we would like to invite you to join us for the official launch of our 2020 Concert Series in the Auckland Town Hall's Supper Room. Complimentary wine and cheese will be provided.
● When: Sunday, 1 Dec, 5 pm
● Where: Auckland Town Hall

Win* 2 tickets to this magical concert. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to be in the draw.

T&Cs apply.
Book now

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1830 days ago

Join us for fun in the sun...

Sarah Moore from Froot Camp

Thanks to all the Neighbourly members who have headed along for a Froot Camp session over the past few weeks. Next sessions are tomorrow (Thursday) 6pm-7pm and Saturday 9am-10am. It's FREE, you'll have FUN and you'll get fit in the process.

All levels of fitness are welcomed but … View more
Thanks to all the Neighbourly members who have headed along for a Froot Camp session over the past few weeks. Next sessions are tomorrow (Thursday) 6pm-7pm and Saturday 9am-10am. It's FREE, you'll have FUN and you'll get fit in the process.

All levels of fitness are welcomed but please do chat to your health professional if you have injuries or existing health conditions.

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