Hauraki, Auckland

1823 days ago

Illegal dumping reporting on the rise as Aucklanders grow 'sick and tired' of it

Danielle Clent Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, the number of people reporting illegal dumping is on the rise and Auckland Council continues to prosecute offenders.
Just last week, two people were in court on charges relating to illegal dumping.
What do you do when you see illegal dumping?
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Hi neighbours, the number of people reporting illegal dumping is on the rise and Auckland Council continues to prosecute offenders.
Just last week, two people were in court on charges relating to illegal dumping.
What do you do when you see illegal dumping?
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.

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1823 days ago

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.

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1823 days ago

So you think you're not going to vote ? Try this :

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? … View more
Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? Read the story below:


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1823 days ago

Fundraising for my daughter's surgery

Jessica from Takapuna

Hi everyone,
We have setup a Give-a-little page to help fundraise for my daughter, to have a major surgery in America that will change her life.

Faith was diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, and she has been doing physiotherapy since she was a toddler. Although she worked so hard … View more
Hi everyone,
We have setup a Give-a-little page to help fundraise for my daughter, to have a major surgery in America that will change her life.

Faith was diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, and she has been doing physiotherapy since she was a toddler. Although she worked so hard with physio and exercises every day, it is heart breaking to see Cerebral Palsy increasingly affecting her whole body as she grew older.

This major surgery is called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR)

The SDR will reduce her spasticity, allowing her to have a better control of her body, to reduce her pain and help her gaining abilities to be more independent in moving from one position to another.

SDR will not cure Cerebral Palsy, but it will give her huge chance to have a better quality of life.

Because this surgery is not funded by the NZ government, we aim to raise $150,000 in total. The cost will cover the surgery, the intensive physiotherapy that she need immediately after, plus accommodation and flights.

Please read her story, please share her story,
and please, please donate to help us change Faith’s life. We thank you and forever grateful from the bottom of our hearts.

God bless you.
Yours sincerely,
Jessica, John, Faith and Nathan

Give-a-little page:
givealittle.co.nz...

1823 days ago

Night at the Museum - Landlubbers to Scurvy Dogs

The Team from Auckland Museum

Ahoy ye families!

Grab a torch and join our adventurers and suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company.

It’s going to be all hands on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and … View more
Ahoy ye families!

Grab a torch and join our adventurers and suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company.

It’s going to be all hands on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and sample some delightful 18th century naval food. Mmmm, pease porridge, anyone?

Discover stories and traditions of tangata whenua as encountered by that first bewildered bunch of seafarers. And how do you communicate if you don’t speak the same language? Try to dodge muddles and mix-ups once we reach the Pacific.

● TUE 1, WED 2, THU 3, SUN 6, FRI 11 & SUN 13 OCT, 6PM - 8.30PM​
● $25 EARLYBIRD (UNTIL 8 SEP), $30 GENERAL ADMISSION
Learn more

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1824 days ago

Lake Road, are we there yet?

Iain from Devonport

This is a review of a public forum and panel discussion, "Lake Road, Belmont, Our Future?" that was held on the 5th of August at Belmont Baptist Church. A good number attended, there were some great questions, and the conversations continue. Thanks to all who participated.

Special thanks… View more
This is a review of a public forum and panel discussion, "Lake Road, Belmont, Our Future?" that was held on the 5th of August at Belmont Baptist Church. A good number attended, there were some great questions, and the conversations continue. Thanks to all who participated.

Special thanks to Tamba Carleton, Ken Davis, Tommy Honey, and Jon Reeves. Much respect to Adrian Greshoff and Matt Miekle for the shots.

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1825 days ago

Local body vote papers left on doorstep below sealed letter box

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

A stack of six envelopes containing voting papers for the local body elections were spotted at the doorstep of a derelict building on a busy central Auckland footpath on Thursday, despite the letter box being taped shut. NZ Post admitted the delivery person had left the voting papers on the … View moreA stack of six envelopes containing voting papers for the local body elections were spotted at the doorstep of a derelict building on a busy central Auckland footpath on Thursday, despite the letter box being taped shut. NZ Post admitted the delivery person had left the voting papers on the footpath, but said it took the responsibility of delivering voting papers "very seriously".
Do you think online voting would help eliminate the risk of election fraud?
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1824 days ago

Fine Homes Tour of Devonport Friday 1 Nov. Buy your tickets now.

Libby Boyd from Devonport Rotary Club

Tickets on Sale Now.
www.eventfinda.co.nz...

Rotary with the generous support of Bayleys Real Estate and Ryman Healthcare and local businesses are raising funds for Dementia Auckland and the Devonport Rotary Charitable Trust through their fourth Fine Homes Tour.

1824 days ago

F & P freestanding oven/stove

Kevin from Milford

Good working order. Pick up from Pinehill. There is one ring has rust.

Price: $150

1824 days ago

Exciting career opportunity with Neighbourly!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Join us and work at Neighbourly, New Zealand's own social network. With a user base of over 760,000 members, we want to redefine what community can mean online. As a Software Engineer with Neighbourly, you will be part of a team which is directly improving the way New Zealanders connect and … View moreJoin us and work at Neighbourly, New Zealand's own social network. With a user base of over 760,000 members, we want to redefine what community can mean online. As a Software Engineer with Neighbourly, you will be part of a team which is directly improving the way New Zealanders connect and come together all the way from Bluff to Kaitaia.

This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. Day to day you will be:

● Responsible for the successful engineering, testing, deployment and support of the Neighbourly product
● Mentoring and coaching other engineers in the team to ensure practices and culture aligns with the overall Engineering Practice.
● Grow your skills in a full stack of technology including front end, back end and test engineering.
Learn more

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1824 days ago

You’re invited to our Open Days

Arena Living

Come along to our upcoming Open Days and discover why so many over-65s are choosing to make the move to our three North Shore Villages.

We have fabulous 1, 2 and 3-bedroom low-maintenance homes available now, with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living – perfect for having the … View more
Come along to our upcoming Open Days and discover why so many over-65s are choosing to make the move to our three North Shore Villages.

We have fabulous 1, 2 and 3-bedroom low-maintenance homes available now, with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living – perfect for having the family over. Wander the wide streets of our suburbs-within-a-suburb and get a feel for our welcoming community. Bring a friend or even the whole family – all welcome!

● Knightsbridge Village, Windsor Park: Saturday 12 October 10am – 1pm

● Parklane Village, Forrest Hill: Wednesday 16 October 10am – 1pm

● Mayfair Village, Northcross: Saturday 19 October 10am – 1pm
Find out more

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1827 days ago

Would you try co-living?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Auckland is set to get another upmarket dormitory-style "co-living" house for adults where residents pay up to $360 to rent a room and share communal facilities like the kitchen, bathrooms and living areas with 21 neighbours. The Coh, a luxury boarding house, has been so … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland is set to get another upmarket dormitory-style "co-living" house for adults where residents pay up to $360 to rent a room and share communal facilities like the kitchen, bathrooms and living areas with 21 neighbours. The Coh, a luxury boarding house, has been so popular since opening on Symonds St on July 22 that its owner is planning to open another. What do you think of the co-living concept? Would you try it? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.

1827 days ago

What do you think should be done about "ghost houses"?

Reporter North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Despite Auckland already being short an estimated 40,000 homes to adequately house its population, the number of empty homes in the region has risen by 18 per cent in five years to nearly 40,000. Experts say the trend is likely due to a lack of affordable housing and is causing … View moreHi neighbours, Despite Auckland already being short an estimated 40,000 homes to adequately house its population, the number of empty homes in the region has risen by 18 per cent in five years to nearly 40,000. Experts say the trend is likely due to a lack of affordable housing and is causing overcrowding . Are there many "ghost houses" in your area? What do you think (if anything) should be done about them? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.

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