Green Bay, Auckland

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DIY right first time #resenetip

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2240 days ago

Toyota Corolla 2005 for sale in Laingholm

David from Laingholm

Great car, with roof racks, selling quickly as moving to Dunedin soon.
www.trademe.co.nz...

Negotiable

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2244 days ago

Part time job.

John from Lynfield

Hi neighbors, im here looking for a part time job from the hrs of 09:30 to 13:00 hrs from Monday to Thursday and maybe the odd weekend. Im looking for something permanent. Thank you.

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2240 days ago

Selling Toyota Vitz 2006

Shirish from Glen Eden

Hi, Toyota Vitz 2006 model for sell. 81000 kms.
Rego till 01/04/2019, WOF till Oct 2019.
Very, neat, tidy, 1.2 L engine so very economical. NZ new and I am the first owner in NZ. Please feel free to text me on 0211501623.
Reasonable offers and Viewing requests welcome.
Thanks

Price: $4,800

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2240 days ago

$1 Reserve Listings on Trade Me

Jessica from Glen Eden

Hi Neighbours!

FYI - Crazy $1 reserve auctions on Trade Me including a Genuine Guess Watch / Stella McCartney Swimwear / Jeans / Skin Care / Baby Wraps and more. Check it out and grab yourself a bargain at crazy low prices :)

www.trademe.co.nz...

Price: $1

2240 days ago

Poll: Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The … View more
Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.

Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?

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Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?
  • 77.6% Yes, let's get rid of them
    77.6% Complete
  • 22.4% No, plastic straws are useful
    22.4% Complete
2774 votes
2240 days ago

If the warranty has ended, it doesn't mean your rights have!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.

The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.

If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.

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2241 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

www.facebook.com...

2245 days ago

Is this the solution to Auckland's traffic woes?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and … View more
Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and Spark collect from our smartphones is being studied to try and solve Auckland's biggest transport problems.

For example, some data is being used to help monitor the performance of new state highway infrastructure or upgrades, including measuring travel times through the Waterview Tunnel.

What are your thoughts on this? Were you aware of it? Do you think a solution to your city's roads can be found in the data? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2242 days ago

Queues at petrol pumps in rush to beat latest price hike

Brian from New Lynn

The first of three fuel tax increases over the next three years comes into effect at midnight - pushing petrol prices up by around four cents a litre nationwide. The latest tax follows a pattern of pain at the pump with several price hikes throughout the year, and a regional fuel tax that saw … View moreThe first of three fuel tax increases over the next three years comes into effect at midnight - pushing petrol prices up by around four cents a litre nationwide. The latest tax follows a pattern of pain at the pump with several price hikes throughout the year, and a regional fuel tax that saw prices jump by 11.5 cents in Auckland. Automobile Association spokesman Mark Stockdale says motorists have never seen prices like $2.45 a litre for 91 octane before. ANZ economist Miles Workman says fuel prices are approaching if not exceeding record high levels in a number of places. "That's reflecting a number of factors that have happened this year. Global oil prices have increased almost 30 per cent, the New Zealand dollar has depreciated around 10 percent.The impact is predicted to hurt families already struggling with other rising costs as well. "For some it's not using the car as much, cutting back, and others have to cut back in other areas," said David Marra from Christchurch Budget Services. What's worse is that many say prices are yet to peak with the cost of petrol likely to be even higher by Christmas.
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2241 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2241 days ago

Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Nesting magpies can be particularly aggressive about defending their young – see how to stay safe when they swoop.

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