Mechanics Bay, Auckland

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1874 days ago

Peppertree Luxury Accommodation FOR SALE!

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty

This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View more
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.

Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.

A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.

This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.

Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
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1876 days ago

Have your say: Cox’s Bay Reserve to Wharf Road pathway

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

We're investigating a proposed shared pathway upgrade from Cox’s Bay Reserve to Wharf Road and we want your feedback. Consultation is open until Sunday 3 November 2019. Click on Read More to find out all the details and have your say.

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1875 days ago

AGM 14th November 2019

Administration Office from Neighbourhood Support Auckland

Neighbourhood Support Auckland (City) Inc.
Please join us at our AGM Meeting
Thursday 14th November 2019
7:00 pm, 869 New North Road, Mt Albert.
RSVP needed for attendance

1875 days ago

Fun geocaching activity for family and friends

The Team from Ministry of Education

Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga … View more
Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250

1875 days ago

Our local grant round is now open for applications!

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Our Quick Response Grant Round is open for applications until Friday 18 October 2019. Click 'Read More' to find out more and to make an application today!

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1875 days ago

Are you up for Drop Your Boss 2019?

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Our Tamariki face many obstacles in this ever-changing world … so we are asking ‘bosses’ across New Zealand to accept their own challenge, step outside their comfort zone and take part in Drop Your Boss 2019!

Drop Your Boss is an annual fundraiser for the Graeme Dingle Foundation where we … View more
Our Tamariki face many obstacles in this ever-changing world … so we are asking ‘bosses’ across New Zealand to accept their own challenge, step outside their comfort zone and take part in Drop Your Boss 2019!

Drop Your Boss is an annual fundraiser for the Graeme Dingle Foundation where we ask our Corporate Partners and Business Leaders to nominate their Boss to step off Auckland’s iconic building – The Sky Tower. All we ask is that your team fundraise through our Givealittle page and raise as much as possible to see your Boss dropped! All funds raised will support the work the Graeme Dingle Foundation does with young people across Aotearoa.

We invite staff, family and friends to come along and witness their Boss literally ‘go over the edge’ – all in the community spirit of the Graeme Dingle Foundation.

Sign up for Drop Your Boss and Walk The Talk with us!

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1876 days ago

OPINION: Here's why I won't mourn the end of Leo O'Malley's

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

Leo O'Malley The Menswear Store closed its doors after 84 years.

The menswear shop has been providing Auckland's conservatively dressed older gentlemen with shirts, socks, undies and suits since 1935.

Vaughn Davis says that's something to celebrate - not because … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Leo O'Malley The Menswear Store closed its doors after 84 years.

The menswear shop has been providing Auckland's conservatively dressed older gentlemen with shirts, socks, undies and suits since 1935.

Vaughn Davis says that's something to celebrate - not because it closed, but because it stayed open for so long.

"When a friend retires after a long and successful career, we don't ask why – we celebrate and thank them for putting in the hard yards."

To read more, click here

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1875 days ago

Critically acclaimed NZ made musical

State Highway 48

It’s beautifully raw and real and gained rave reviews after a successful tour of the North Island. Don’t miss State Highway 48 - Aucklanders will be the first to see the re-imagined show.

Complete with a star-studded cast, including Delia Hannah (Les Miserables, Cats, Mamma Mia, Mary … View more
It’s beautifully raw and real and gained rave reviews after a successful tour of the North Island. Don’t miss State Highway 48 - Aucklanders will be the first to see the re-imagined show.

Complete with a star-studded cast, including Delia Hannah (Les Miserables, Cats, Mamma Mia, Mary Poppins) and Steve O’Reilly (Mamma Mia, We Will Rock You), the show celebrates love, life and enlightenment in the 21st century. You can expect to laugh, cry and experience all the ups and downs life has to throw at us.

PLUS – Each ticket you buy puts you in the draw for a luxury weekend for four in Raglan.
Book now

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1875 days ago

Freshen your curtains and free them from stains

The Team from

Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window … View more
Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

Our full service includes our team taking down your curtains and blinds, cleaning them and then rehanging your blinds. Alternatively, you can choose to deliver your blinds to our North Shore cleaning facility. Customers that drop off and pick up their blinds receive a discount off the cleaning cost.

We have been cleaning curtains and blinds for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For professional curtains and blind cleaning throughout Auckland, please contact Textile Curtain Cleaning to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
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1876 days ago

Consultation extended: National Erebus Memorial

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

We've extended the deadline for those wanting to have their say on the impacts a proposed national Erebus memorial would have on your enjoyment of Dove-Myer Robinson Park, until 29 October. A decision on the landowner consent will be made by the incoming local board. Click the Read More button… View moreWe've extended the deadline for those wanting to have their say on the impacts a proposed national Erebus memorial would have on your enjoyment of Dove-Myer Robinson Park, until 29 October. A decision on the landowner consent will be made by the incoming local board. Click the Read More button to find out all the details and how you can have your say.

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1876 days ago

What do local elections mean to you?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are… View more
Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are available to chat today or tomorrow - you must be willing to be quite open, as you may be asked about budget, household income and if you own your own home etc. To get in touch, email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz (Please note that we will need you to be named and photographed for the story).

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1878 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 36% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    36% Complete
  • 32.5% No - it's not the parents' choice
    32.5% Complete
  • 31.5% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    31.5% Complete
899 votes
1878 days ago

Ambury Farm Day

The Team from Auckland Council

Get your gumboots ready, as Ambury Farm Day is back!
Give the kids a taste of life on the farm at Ambury Regional Park’s farm day.

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