Mechanics Bay, Auckland

2433 days ago

It's time.. show your community some love and WIN!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Show your neighbourhood how much you love it by getting involved in The Great Community Clean Up 2018. You could win great prizes so make sure you register a clean up event before 22 April.

Taking part in the Great Community Clean Up is easy: grab your friends, your neighbours (or your and … View more
Show your neighbourhood how much you love it by getting involved in The Great Community Clean Up 2018. You could win great prizes so make sure you register a clean up event before 22 April.

Taking part in the Great Community Clean Up is easy: grab your friends, your neighbours (or your and simply pick up a little litter in your street, tidy your favourite park, or remove bits and bobs from a nearby beach. Take part in 2018!
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2434 days ago

Have you subscribed to Get Growing? It's FREE!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on foraging for edible fungi, making seed-raising mix out of autumn leaves, collecting seed from deciduous trees, picking peaches and brewing cider.

Subscribe now and you'll never miss another issue!

Our crop of the week is … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on foraging for edible fungi, making seed-raising mix out of autumn leaves, collecting seed from deciduous trees, picking peaches and brewing cider.

Subscribe now and you'll never miss another issue!

Our crop of the week is Humulus lupulus, the hop plant, and we have a special feature on planting spring-flowering bulbs including a regional planting and flowering guide. Make health-boosting meals from new cookbook SuperVeg and be in to WIN SOME GREAT PRIZES!
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2435 days ago

It's not too late to submit a masterpiece!

Resene

Check out these wonderfully quirky entries we've received so far for the Resene Upcycling Awards! There's still plenty of time for you to get your upcycle on.. don't forget there's Bonus Categories for "Best entry for under 18", "Most colourful entry" and … View moreCheck out these wonderfully quirky entries we've received so far for the Resene Upcycling Awards! There's still plenty of time for you to get your upcycle on.. don't forget there's Bonus Categories for "Best entry for under 18", "Most colourful entry" and "Most unrecognisable re-purposed item"!

It's not too late to show us your creative side and you could WIN...
Enter now

2436 days ago

Planning on getting away for Easter?

NZ Electrical Inspections

Hi neighbours, I’m Tim from NZ Electrical Inspections. I have 10 years experience as an electrician and am also a registered electrical inspector. I can help to make sure that your caravan or motorhome has a current electrical warrant of fitness and is up to AS/NZS 3001 standards so you can enjoy… View moreHi neighbours, I’m Tim from NZ Electrical Inspections. I have 10 years experience as an electrician and am also a registered electrical inspector. I can help to make sure that your caravan or motorhome has a current electrical warrant of fitness and is up to AS/NZS 3001 standards so you can enjoy your Holiday break.

I established NZEI in 2016 to provide fair, honest, flexible customer solutions for homeowners, developers and property managers.

NZEI offers the following services:
- Pre-purchase home inspections
- Inspections of solar installations
- Certificates of Electrical Verification (COV) for insurance purposes.
- Switchboard upgrades
- rental property maintenance
- caravan warrants
- Electrical fault repairs
- General electrical maintenance

Contact me between 30 April - 6 May and mention this ad to take advantage of my special 10% Easter discount!

Safe travels on the roads everyone. Happy Easter!
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2437 days ago

Happy Easter everyone stay safe

Administration Office from Neighbourhood Support Auckland

The Police are always interested in suspicious activity so don't hesitate to call Police to report something out of the ordinary and if you see a crime being committed call 111.
(Make your neighbourhood a safer place to live)

2437 days ago

We're taking FREE enrolments at Liberty Kids now!

Liberty Kids

Liberty Kids is a non-profit community-based early learning centre licensed for children aged two to five years. Our environment is one that nurtures, protects and encourages learning, with a high ratio of registered, skilled and energetic teachers. For a limited time only, up to 30 FREE hours per … View moreLiberty Kids is a non-profit community-based early learning centre licensed for children aged two to five years. Our environment is one that nurtures, protects and encourages learning, with a high ratio of registered, skilled and energetic teachers. For a limited time only, up to 30 FREE hours per week for all new enrolments*.

Open 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday.

To enrol your kids today call Anne on 09 828 2141 or pop in and visit Liberty Kids on the corner of Lansford Crescent and Barrhead Place, Avondale.

* Conditions apply.
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2437 days ago

Brittany came off a motorbike at 200km/h. Here’s her story.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It’s Easter and the roads are going to be busy. Because the holiday falls early this year, chances are the weather might be warmer. And that will encourage a lot of motorcycle riders to get out and about.

Brittany Morrow talks about the motorcycle crash that changed her life. Dressed only in … View more
It’s Easter and the roads are going to be busy. Because the holiday falls early this year, chances are the weather might be warmer. And that will encourage a lot of motorcycle riders to get out and about.

Brittany Morrow talks about the motorcycle crash that changed her life. Dressed only in basic streetwear, the 20-year-old fell off the back of a ‘bike travelling at 120mph and was partially skinned alive. Brittany speaks eloquently about what happened that day, the aftermath and how she now champions wearing the right protective gear on every ride. Watch it, and please pass on the message to anyone you know who rides. And encourage them to take Ride Forever coaching.
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2437 days ago

Do you know sending mail is about to get more expensive?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Have you heard neighbours?
NZ Post has put up its prices for Kiwis posting letters and parcels. The price hike is due to a "significant loss of revenue". It will be in place from July 1 2018. Let's hear your thoughts? To read more click here.

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2437 days ago

Have you heard Steven Joyce's final speech?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

National's "Minister for Everything" fought back tears during his final sign off to Parliament. While speaking about his autistic son, his voice cracked and he had to pause. It was a moment that reduced his fellow MPs to total silence. What did you think of his final goodbye?
To … View more
National's "Minister for Everything" fought back tears during his final sign off to Parliament. While speaking about his autistic son, his voice cracked and he had to pause. It was a moment that reduced his fellow MPs to total silence. What did you think of his final goodbye?
To read more click here.

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2438 days ago

Off-peakbus timetable disruption due to union meeting

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Due to a union meeting, off-peak services run by NZ Bus will not operate between 9.30am and 2pm on Thursday, 29 March. Peak-time services and school services will run as usual. More info, including affected services can be found here:

2438 days ago

Mini Golf at The Enchanted Forest!

The Enchanted Forest Mini Golf

Hi neighbours. I want to let you in on a secret. Tucked away beside the Countdown carpark in Onehunga is The Enchanted Forest, a newly renovated outdoor mini golf course. The 18 hole course is nestled inside a beautiful park-like setting. Charming flower beds and newly planted gardens are woven … View moreHi neighbours. I want to let you in on a secret. Tucked away beside the Countdown carpark in Onehunga is The Enchanted Forest, a newly renovated outdoor mini golf course. The 18 hole course is nestled inside a beautiful park-like setting. Charming flower beds and newly planted gardens are woven throughout the course and grounds.

When I took over 3 years ago, the place had definitely seen better days. With a lot of hard work I've transformed it into a fun and entertaining family day out. Our aim right from the start was to create a low cost, relaxing and fun atmosphere. If our online reviews are anything to go by, we think we're well on the way!

Relax in the BBQ picnic area with a packed lunch, or book the area for a kid's party, for free! Open 7 days a week throughout the summer; available for private functions and after hours parties by request. How about unlimited mini golf, music to bop along to and a yummy BBQ or pizza afterwards for your next after work event?

If you can handle a bit more excitement we have recently added a minicars track for 2-6-year-olds on the weekends. The electric cars are self-drive and remote control, so parents can join in too! Additional plans for this year include renovating the pond and installing a water feature, along with some additional lighting for night golf in autumn.

We have ample free parking and the lowest prices in town. Please come along and experience our enchanting little course before everyone finds out! Open every day from 10am (weather dependent). Check out www.enchantedforest.nz for photos, prices and last entry times.
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2439 days ago

Upcycling suggestions and advice

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Thanks to everyone who took part in our live chat with upcycling experts 'Reclaim That' author Sarah Heeringa and Miss Lolo founder and stylist Tamzyn Adding.

They covered a wide range of topics and shared plenty of advice that may be of use if you're thinking of entering … View more
Thanks to everyone who took part in our live chat with upcycling experts 'Reclaim That' author Sarah Heeringa and Miss Lolo founder and stylist Tamzyn Adding.

They covered a wide range of topics and shared plenty of advice that may be of use if you're thinking of entering Neighbourly's upcycling awards. To check out what they had to say, click here.

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2439 days ago

Meet the Studio One Toi Tū resident Dance Plant Collective

Communications Team from Auckland Council

We chat with one of the 2017/2018 residents, dance artists Dance Plant Collective, on how they’ve found the residency so far and what’s in store for their residency showcase that will be held in August.

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2439 days ago

Making our parks spray free

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Waitematā Local Board has been consulting on its priorities as part of akhaveyoursay.nz with a move to non-spray-based management being advocated for some of the board’s parks.

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