Mangere Bridge, Auckland

Night closures SH16 The Strand

Night closures SH16 The Strand

From 30 March to 3 April SH16 The Strand will be closed from 9pm-5am from Quay Street/Tamaki Drive to Beach Road.

49 days ago

Police urge parents & young people to be alert when online

The Team from New Zealand Police

New Zealand Police is urging parents to be alert to the potential risks facing children and young people online.

Today is Safer Internet Day – a global event to promote safe and positive online experiences.To ensure a collaborative approach to internet safety, Police works closely with our … View more
New Zealand Police is urging parents to be alert to the potential risks facing children and young people online.

Today is Safer Internet Day – a global event to promote safe and positive online experiences.To ensure a collaborative approach to internet safety, Police works closely with our partner agencies, including the Department of Internal Affairs, Netsafe, and New Zealand Customs.

Detective Senior Sergeant Kepal Richards, officer in charge of New Zealand Police Online Child Exploitation Across New Zealand Team (OCEANZ), says supervising children and young people online is the best way to keep them safe.

“The internet opens up a world of opportunity but there are offenders online looking to exploit people, and they target the most vulnerable.

“In the worst-case scenario, we see online extortion groups trying to persuade children and young people to record self-harm and sexually explicit acts, alongside other violent crimes.

“The footage is then circulated among members of the extortion group to gain notoriety and further extort victims.

“Offenders may also threaten to share these videos or images online or with the victim’s family and friends.

“While we’re not seeing a large number of this type of offending here in New Zealand at this time, we know this is having a significant impact overseas.

“We want parents to be alert to the possible risks, but not alarmed.”

Police urge parents and caregivers to educate themselves on this topic and have conversations with their young people about the dangers of having an online presence.

“Having open and regular conversations is the most important tip we can give any parent or caregiver,” Detective Senior Sergeant Richards says.

"This ensures their young children feel comfortable to come forward about any online issues that may arise.”

For parents and caregivers:
- Supervision is essential. This means knowing what your children are doing online, who they are interacting with, and what platforms, apps, or games they are using.
- Check privacy settings. We recommend parents and caregivers research and understand app settings, including privacy settings. This can include turning off location settings, setting profiles to private, or turning off chat functions.
- Long term impact. Offenders will often use tactics such as fear or shame to manipulate young people, and make them feel alienated or trapped, like they cannot escape the situation. These situations can be very distressing and can have long term impacts and need to be addressed appropriately.
- Report suspicious behaviour. Make a report and seek help and support.

For victims:
- Stop talking to the offender and avoid sending any more images or videos – even if they are threatening you.
- Once you have complied with their demands, there is nothing preventing them from targeting you again.
- Save all the online chat, immediately take screenshots. This is important for making a report to the Police, we need all the evidence that you can gather.
- Report the content and person’s profile to the platform and request the content is removed.
- Block the profile.

Where to report offending:
- To report any offending to Police, please call 111 in an emergency, and for non-emergencies, online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Make a Report” or by calling 105.
- If you have seen content online that you wish to report, make a report to the Department of Internal Affairs HERE.
- If you would like advice and support from Netsafe, text ‘Netsafe’ to 4282 or call for free on 0508 NETSAFE (0508 638 723).
- You can also report online at netsafe.org.nz/report or by email at help@netsafe.org.nz.

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49 days ago

Bev and John’s summer motorhome adventures

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

Bev and John are no strangers to adventure. Whether it’s overseas escapades to the Great Wall of China, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, or exploring New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, this intrepid couple has seen their fair share of the world. But these days, they prefer to keep their travel plans … View moreBev and John are no strangers to adventure. Whether it’s overseas escapades to the Great Wall of China, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, or exploring New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, this intrepid couple has seen their fair share of the world. But these days, they prefer to keep their travel plans closer to home - with their beloved Cavoodle, Skye, always in tow.

“We’ve done all the overseas trips we wanted to do,” says Bev. “Now, it’s all about enjoying what’s on our doorstep.”

Click read more for the full story.

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50 days ago

Swap food for Resene colour!

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All cans will be donated to the local Salvation Army.
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50 days ago

Let us help you start a business and get online.

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50 days ago

Bringing New Life to Worn-Out Spaces – and a Fresh Start to the New Year!

Heike from David Wix Property Repairs & Maintenance

Kicking off the new year with a few recent projects:

✅ Replaced a rotten doorstep with a solid, safe upgrade.

✅ Crafted new fence pickets by hand for a perfect fit.

Looking forward to another year of quality repairs and helping our community keep their homes in great shape.

If you need … View more
Kicking off the new year with a few recent projects:

✅ Replaced a rotten doorstep with a solid, safe upgrade.

✅ Crafted new fence pickets by hand for a perfect fit.

Looking forward to another year of quality repairs and helping our community keep their homes in great shape.

If you need help with your home improvements, reach out for a free quote!

50 days ago

Congrats to our winner of Best Floral Garden

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!

Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and … View more
Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!

Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and have lived in the Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village for three and a half years. Our passion for gardening spans many years. We change our display every six months to cover Spring and Summer.
The residents in the village regularly bring their visitors to see our display and take plenty of photographs. When you hear comments such as “It lifts my spirits when I get to this corner” you realise how much it means to everyone. We will continue to create a beautiful garden for as long as we are able."

Click on the photos below to have a good look! And give Janet's garden a Like below if you think they've done a great job.

58 days ago

We're looking for...The Best Floral Garden

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!

This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.

Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!

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The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!

This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.

Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!

So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your floral garden to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃

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52 days ago

Weekend laugh

Derek from Papatoetoe

Morning all hope your week was wonderful. Here is your weekend laugh. If computers were around when I was this age I would had also had the bed and drawers taken away

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51 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

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53 days ago

Make Room for Kiwi Summer Adventures – Lock in Our Exclusive Offers!

Alan Storage from Kiwi Self Storage - Mt Roskill

As the Kiwi summer arrives, it’s time to embrace adventure, create memories, and make the most of the sunny days. But with all the gear, equipment, and seasonal items taking up valuable space, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where we come in.

Our self-storage solutions are designed … View more
As the Kiwi summer arrives, it’s time to embrace adventure, create memories, and make the most of the sunny days. But with all the gear, equipment, and seasonal items taking up valuable space, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where we come in.

Our self-storage solutions are designed to help you declutter your home and create room for what truly matters—your summer adventures. Whether you need to store bulky winter gear, free up space for guests, or safely tuck away valuables while you travel, we’ve got you covered.

Here’s why you should choose us:
-Convenience and Accessibility: With secure, 24/7 accessible storage units, you can retrieve your summer essentials anytime, making spontaneous adventures a breeze.
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53 days ago

Yin Yoga Workshop

Eve from Onehunga

*5 spots left!* Join us today 🥰
🌿 Rejuvenating Yoga Workshop in Onehunga! 🌿
Take time to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself in this special 2-hour yoga workshop. Together, we’ll explore:

✨ Breathwork: Ground yourself with calming and mindful breathing techniques.
✨ Yin… View more
*5 spots left!* Join us today 🥰
🌿 Rejuvenating Yoga Workshop in Onehunga! 🌿
Take time to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself in this special 2-hour yoga workshop. Together, we’ll explore:

✨ Breathwork: Ground yourself with calming and mindful breathing techniques.
✨ Yin Yoga: Release tension, lower your cortisol and find balance with gentle, deep stretches.
✨ Yoga Nidra: Experience ultimate relaxation with a guided meditative journey.
📅 When: Saturday, 15 February 2025, from 3–5 PM
📍 Where: Onehunga Community House, 83 Selwyn St.
👕 What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, your yoga mat if you wish, and a warm top or blanket for the relaxation part.
🎟 Open to all levels—whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner.
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53 days ago

Police seek motorists and footage to SH20 fatality

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are appealing for motorists to come forward following a fatality on the South-Western motorway this morning.

A man died on a section of State Highway 20 near Mt Roskill after entering live lanes on the motorway network.

Detective Senior Sergeant Kathy Bostock, of Auckland City CIB, … View more
Police are appealing for motorists to come forward following a fatality on the South-Western motorway this morning.

A man died on a section of State Highway 20 near Mt Roskill after entering live lanes on the motorway network.

Detective Senior Sergeant Kathy Bostock, of Auckland City CIB, says the pedestrian was struck by at least three vehicles.

“From our enquiries so far, we have established the man entered the northbound on-ramp at Dominion Road at around 1.30am,” she says.

“None of the vehicles stopped at the time.

“Police are asking these motorists to contact us as they are an important part of us establishing the circumstances of this tragic event.”

A scene examination was carried out on a section of State Highway 20 in the early hours of the morning, with those closures having since been lifted.

“An investigation is now underway and it’s important those motorists do the right thing and come forward,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bostock says.

Police are seeking witnesses in the area to come forward that were travelling through the area on State Highway 20, between 1.30am and 2am, to come forward.

“We know there were a number of vehicles passing through, so we’d especially like to hear from anyone who has dashcam footage.”

Anyone with information can contact Police on 105 or attend their local Police station using the reference number 250207/4077.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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54 days ago

Huge Anthurium Crystallinum with Jumbo leaves

Aroza from Mangere

General Care Guide - Indoor plant

Lighting - The Crystallinum can tolerate anything from indirect light to lower light conditions, but is happiest somewhere in between. Just be weary of direct sun as this may cause the leaves to burn.

Watering - Anthurium in general don't mind having … View more
General Care Guide - Indoor plant

Lighting - The Crystallinum can tolerate anything from indirect light to lower light conditions, but is happiest somewhere in between. Just be weary of direct sun as this may cause the leaves to burn.

Watering - Anthurium in general don't mind having slightly wetter soil than other plants, but allow to dry at least 80% before re-watering.

Plant stand not included, comes in a black nursery pot.

Buyers must pick up from Favona, Mangere.

Price: $90

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54 days ago

Alocasia Frydek (green velvet) mother plant

Aroza from Mangere

Alocasia Frydek (Green Velvet) - Mother Plant

Well established mother plant for sale. Bigger leaves emerging now as been fertilizing them more often.
Produces a lot of corns 8-9 every 4 months approximately

Buyers must pick up from Favona, Mangere.

Price: $60

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