Half Moon 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.

1825 days ago

Certificate in Wine

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Want to learn more about the world of wine?
Learn about principle grape varieties and characteristics, the winemaking process, sparkling wine production, viticulture and more!
Sign up for the Certificate in Wine course over 7 evening sessions this Holiday season.
Mon 25 November - 9 December … View more
Want to learn more about the world of wine?
Learn about principle grape varieties and characteristics, the winemaking process, sparkling wine production, viticulture and more!
Sign up for the Certificate in Wine course over 7 evening sessions this Holiday season.
Mon 25 November - 9 December | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm.

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1825 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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1832 days ago

Swimming warnings at Auckland beaches

Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland Council has alerted beach-goers to 39 city spots that have a "high risk" of illness from swimming.

The warnings come after yesterday's deluge of rain that overloaded parts of the storm and wastewater networks. A black alert indicating a very high risk of illness from … View more
Auckland Council has alerted beach-goers to 39 city spots that have a "high risk" of illness from swimming.

The warnings come after yesterday's deluge of rain that overloaded parts of the storm and wastewater networks. A black alert indicating a very high risk of illness from swimming was issued for Castor Bay just after 3pm yesterday.

It's recommended that people do not enter the water while the warnings are in place.
Check here to see where's safe to swim.
Source: NZ Herald

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1826 days ago

WIN a VIP Experience at the Night Noodle Markets

The Team from Night Noodle Markets

Set to take over Victoria Park for 10 nights, this now iconic pop-up Asian dining extravaganza packs in the dog-friendly family fun from Friday 29 November to Sunday 8th December.

The free event runs daily with live entertainment and a licenced bar from 4pm - 10pm, with doors shutting at 9pm on… View more
Set to take over Victoria Park for 10 nights, this now iconic pop-up Asian dining extravaganza packs in the dog-friendly family fun from Friday 29 November to Sunday 8th December.

The free event runs daily with live entertainment and a licenced bar from 4pm - 10pm, with doors shutting at 9pm on closing night.

To go in the draw to win the VIP date night experience on Monday 2nd December click the button below to enter your details

Entries close Saturday 30th November 2019.
Be into win!

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1826 days ago

Know a helping hander?

Countdown Supermarkets

Every Countdown store in New Zealand is giving away a $500 Countdown Gift Card to a local hero. Nominate here

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1826 days ago

Touchwood cot & change table

Amanda & Allan from Pakuranga Heights

This cot has served both our children & still has plenty of life left in it. There are chew marks (but these could easily be touched up with some paint). I believe touchwood have little paint pottles to do this.
Change table has bath with plug all in built. Very handy for newborns.
We can … View more
This cot has served both our children & still has plenty of life left in it. There are chew marks (but these could easily be touched up with some paint). I believe touchwood have little paint pottles to do this.
Change table has bath with plug all in built. Very handy for newborns.
We can throw in a bunch of linen all laundered. Includes duvet covers, mattress protectors, summer & winter sheets.
First person able to come & take away the lot please 😊
Please contact 021444856 if interested

Price: $200

1827 days ago

Cooking/Baking/Sewing Community Volunteers

Jessica Neighbourly Lead from Half Moon Bay

Good morning Neighbours
The Genenow Trust is recruiting Volunteers to support our community needs.

If you share our values of friendship,feeling safe,secure,included and want to pay it forward, please either message or email Genenowworkshops@gmail.com.

Current vacancies are Monday Cooking/Baking … View more
Good morning Neighbours
The Genenow Trust is recruiting Volunteers to support our community needs.

If you share our values of friendship,feeling safe,secure,included and want to pay it forward, please either message or email Genenowworkshops@gmail.com.

Current vacancies are Monday Cooking/Baking 10am -12pm
Wednesday Sewing 10am to 1230pm at Howick Information Centre 91 Picton Street.

1827 days ago

Floors for Living Spring Catalogue

Choices Flooring

Choices Flooring’s Floors for Living Spring Catalogue is out NOW!

With inspirational flooring ideas and advice to help you make the right choice, and a range of savings on carpet, timber, laminate, luxury vinyl, and window furnishings, you’re sure to find the floor you’ve been searching … View more
Choices Flooring’s Floors for Living Spring Catalogue is out NOW!

With inspirational flooring ideas and advice to help you make the right choice, and a range of savings on carpet, timber, laminate, luxury vinyl, and window furnishings, you’re sure to find the floor you’ve been searching for.

The Choices Flooring Spring Catalogue is 16 pages full of hints, tips and ideas to inspire you.

And there is a chance to win $5,000 CASH.

Visit Choices Flooring East Tamaki to get your FREE copy, 3/107 Harris Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, New Zealand
Find out more

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1827 days ago

Challenge the unspoken rules

White Ribbon

A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.

White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their … View more
A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.

White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their individuality and define themselves as men who have respectful relationships with themselves and their partners – creating happier, healthier communities for us all.
Find out more

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1827 days ago

New Ladies Fashion Designer Clothes and Vintage Clothes. New Handbags and Fashion Glasses. All $3 - $30

Lynda from Pakuranga

New clothes are end of summer line and the vintage clothes are in excellent condition. Handbags are brand new and so are the fashion glasses. Ladies Fashion Shoes are used but in excellent condition. Everything must go. Selling from only $3 to $30. Please phone 021 940659

Price: $3

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1828 days ago

TOMMY, NIKKI & ELLA

Lisa from Golflands

Hi East Auckland,
Looking for TOMMY, NIKKI & ELLA....
this letter and gift for Tommy, Nikki & Ella, has been incorrectly repacked by the postal service into a package I received. If anyone knows this family please message me. I would love to return this to them.
Thanks.
Lisa

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1827 days ago

Poll: Christmas Lights

NumberWorks'nWords Howick & Pakuranga

It's that time of year again. Which lights does your household prefer?

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Christmas Lights
  • 44.1% White
    44.1% Complete
  • 55.9% Colour
    55.9% Complete
760 votes
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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