Green Bay, 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.

1909 days ago

Do you still use the phone book?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours. Data released by Yellow shows although Auckland has the highest opt-out rate since 2014, it still has the greatest volume of print search out of the entire country. Do you still use the phone book? What do you use it for? Did you realise you could opt-out of receiving the book in … View moreHi neighbours. Data released by Yellow shows although Auckland has the highest opt-out rate since 2014, it still has the greatest volume of print search out of the entire country. Do you still use the phone book? What do you use it for? Did you realise you could opt-out of receiving the book in your letterbox? Put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

1905 days ago

Creative designs from your recycling bin!

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Lynn

What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this weekend with this … View more
What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1906 days ago

Bus drivers caught breaking the law, using phones at the wheel

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, Bus drivers have been caught regularly using phones at the wheel after eye-monitoring cameras were installed on Auckland buses. One driver was also repeatedly snapped reading a book and others are alleged to have tampered with the cameras. Have you seen bus drivers behaving badly or … View moreHi neighbours, Bus drivers have been caught regularly using phones at the wheel after eye-monitoring cameras were installed on Auckland buses. One driver was also repeatedly snapped reading a book and others are alleged to have tampered with the cameras. Have you seen bus drivers behaving badly or breaking the road rules? Share your experiences below or email brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz. Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment used in print. www.stuff.co.nz...

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1906 days ago

Another step for Avondale Library and Community Centre

Community Funding Team from Auckland Council

Plans for the new $21 million Avondale multipurpose community facility have taken another step forward following completion of the project vision and design brief.

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1906 days ago

Registration with Relianz is easy!

11 years of experience in financial services, six branches across Auckland, sending money with Relianz is fast and secure. Call now at 0508 411 111 for more information.

*Terms & conditions apply

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1906 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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1925 days ago

NEW DANGEROUS CELL TOWER!! WAIRAU AVE/CANAL ROAD

Lila from Avondale

So angry to know that this cell tower is going up!! I just found out today. Does anyone know how we can stop this?

1906 days ago

*WIN* tickets to Jimmy Barnes!

Brent Eccles Entertainment

Legendary rocker Jimmy Barnes is bringing his Shutting Down Your Town Tour to Spark Arena on 28 September.

The tour is in support of his latest album My Criminal Record - his first album in 10 years. His one-night Auckland concert will feature Cold Chisel anthems including solo classics like … View more
Legendary rocker Jimmy Barnes is bringing his Shutting Down Your Town Tour to Spark Arena on 28 September.

The tour is in support of his latest album My Criminal Record - his first album in 10 years. His one-night Auckland concert will feature Cold Chisel anthems including solo classics like 'Working Class Man' and 'Ain't No Second Prize' plus his current radio hit, 'Shutting Down Our Town'.

His latest album is a follow up of sorts to two unflinching memoirs Working Class Boy (2016) and Working Class Man (2017).

Tickets for the Auckland show can be purchased from Ticketmaster.

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Want to WIN tickets? Ten lucky Neighbourly members will win a double pass to Jimmy Barnes' Auckland concert. To get in the draw simply like or thank this post! Winners contacted on Monday 9 September 2019.
Get tickets now

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1907 days ago

Knitted woolen slippers

Juna from Glendene

Keep your feet warm on this cold rainy day. Hand knitted woolen slippers. 100%wool with inner lining made from polar fleece. Pick up at glendene or can post via nz post

Price: $10

1907 days ago

Apple Mac Computers, iPads & iPhone users

Janet Court from Mac Senior Net Auckland

Do you need help with your Apple Computer, iPad or iPhone? Mac Senior Net have meetings and workshops for those 50 and better.
Pakuranga Te Tuhi Art Centre, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga
second Monday of each month at 1.30pm
Remuera, The Community of St Luke, 130 Remuera Road,
Remuera, fourth … View more
Do you need help with your Apple Computer, iPad or iPhone? Mac Senior Net have meetings and workshops for those 50 and better.
Pakuranga Te Tuhi Art Centre, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga
second Monday of each month at 1.30pm
Remuera, The Community of St Luke, 130 Remuera Road,
Remuera, fourth Tuesday of each month at 2pm.

1907 days ago

Poll: Which is your favourite summer cocktail?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Sugar cane and Agave have one thing in common. If you treat them well they are some of the sweetest plants you will find on the planet. Sugar, time and patience make for spirits oozing with character and the Cocktails containing these Caribbean, Hispanic performers; inherit their extravagant … View moreSugar cane and Agave have one thing in common. If you treat them well they are some of the sweetest plants you will find on the planet. Sugar, time and patience make for spirits oozing with character and the Cocktails containing these Caribbean, Hispanic performers; inherit their extravagant natures.

Caipirinha is Brazil's national cocktail, made with cachaça (sugarcane hard liquor), sugar, and lime where as a mojito is a cocktail that consists of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint.

Which is your favourite summer cocktail?
  • 21.9% Caiprinha
    21.9% Complete
  • 78.1% Mojito
    78.1% Complete
105 votes
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1907 days ago

New Lynn Link Lunch Bar Specials!

Joe from New Lynn

Authentic Malaysian style fried noodles for only $8.5!

Lots of other amazing pies, sandwiches and takeaway foods too!

1907 days ago

Did you catch our StarJam young people on The Block?

The Coordinator from StarJam - New Lynn

The contestants on The Block felt inspired after attending a StarJam workshop and created some artworks to auction off to raise money for StarJam.
Check out the creations made by the contestants and you could even snag one for your home!

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1907 days ago

Poll: Should vaping ads be banned?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected … View more
Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected clampdown on how alternatives to smoking can be advertised.

To read more, click here.

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Should vaping ads be banned?
  • 87% Yes
    87% Complete
  • 13% No
    13% Complete
2049 votes
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