Mount Eden, Auckland

Want to put your fruit and veges to good use?

NZ Gardener

Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll … View moreIs your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll receive the Abundance plant-based recipe book by Anna Valentine. Abundance offers over 100 recipes that are filling, healthy and packed with flavour, plus enjoy your monthly dose of NZ Gardener magazine - the perfect combo. T&Cs apply.

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The chill of the winter has truly set in...

The Team from NZ Compare

And those power bills can be shocking! But don't worry, you can stay warm without breaking the bank.

We've got 6 easy tips to help you cut down on your power bill while keeping cozy. Save $$ and stay toasty this winter!

Aged Care Employee Day

Logan Campbell Retirement Village

August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View moreAugust 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.

Click read more for the full story.

Kingsland train station speaker system

Diane from Mount Eden

Hello to those who live in the vicinity of Kingsland train station, just wondering if anyone else is bothered by the increase in the volume of the speaker announcements?
Thursday week ago they carried out some speaker volume checks and ever since the announcements are around two times the volume. … View moreHello to those who live in the vicinity of Kingsland train station, just wondering if anyone else is bothered by the increase in the volume of the speaker announcements?
Thursday week ago they carried out some speaker volume checks and ever since the announcements are around two times the volume. We can hear all of them from inside the house on Walters Rd. This happened last year following the world cup when they didn't turn the volume down but I cannot see any reason for the increase this time. I work from home so hear this constantly 24/7. If anyone else is bothered by it please send in or call in a complaint to AT transport or send a message to our local MP.

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

• Yes, always ask
• No
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 69.2% Yes, always ask
  69.2% Complete
• 29.8% No
  29.8% Complete
• 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
  1.1% Complete

2789 votes

Want to live more sustainably? Try an eBike!

Bosch eBike Systems

Keen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a … View moreKeen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a sweaty mess, either!

Contact your local Bosch-powered eBike dealer to organise a test ride and find out more about living more sustainably with your eBike.

Feel the Flow!

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Builder in the area

Leonardo from Sandringham

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How much are you paying for your bin tags?

Nic George Reporter from Stuff

With bin tags on the way out, we want to hear how much you are still spending on them.

House/pet sitting

Maggie from Grey Lynn

Dear Neighbourhood we are registered housesitters and would love to care for your home and or pets. We are waiting to. move into our home and free all of September/ October to suit. We have excellent references and experienced with pets and housetrained ourselves! kind regards. Maggie Gould

Storage for Travelers, Sellers or Renters

Alan Storage from Kiwi Self Storage - Mt Roskill

Going overseas for a while? Relocating for a new Job or just the dream adventure? Store your posessions while you are away. Keep them secure and safe. Maybe rent out the house or apartment on AirB&B while you are gone.

House already gone? Store your stuff and collect it later.
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House already gone? Store your stuff and collect it later.
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After a year in Australia: 'Honestly, this place is cheaper than NZ'

Brian from Mount Roskill

When I left NZ, it seemed I was part of an exodus. Little did I know that exodus was only going to intensify.
It seems every other week, another friend or colleague announces their move across the Tasman. And, look, the lure of Australia is undeniable – better pay, improved working conditions, … View moreWhen I left NZ, it seemed I was part of an exodus. Little did I know that exodus was only going to intensify.
It seems every other week, another friend or colleague announces their move across the Tasman. And, look, the lure of Australia is undeniable – better pay, improved working conditions, and yes, the sunshine.
Watch Aziz's price comparison in full on TVNZ+
A year on, we now know more than 85,000 New Zealanders have flocked across the ditch. It seems while the ibis might be notorious for scavenging, the kiwi is now the one crossing the ditch in search of better pickings.
Here’s why.
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Let’s kick things off easy with housing. According to CoreLogic’s latest figures, if you’re looking to buy a home, Australia seems to have the edge (unless you’re planning to buy in Sydney, then good luck).
The median house price in Australia is, in NZ dollars, just over $880,000, compared to New Zealand’s $931,000, Even in the pricey cities of Sydney and Auckland, the numbers are comparable, with homes costing nearly $1.3 million.
If you’re renting like me, you’re going to be paying more though, especially if you’re living in Sydney. The average national Aussie rent is around $695 per week, while TradeMe says it’s slightly cheaper in New Zealand at $610.
But if you’re in Auckland, prepare to shell out about $660 weekly compared to Sydney’s eye-watering $820.
Utilities and Groceries
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When it comes to utilities, shock-horror, Australians again come out on top. Canstar Blue shows the average monthly electricity bill is $122, far cheaper than the $196 Kiwis pay. And in Australia, we pay our power quarterly.
Personally, because I live on my own here, my bill roughly hits $200-$250 every three months.
When it comes to groceries, prices are on the rise in Australia, with the latest figures showing they are actually the most expensive we’ve seen in a while. The kicker is we are spoiled for choice when it comes to our supermarkets.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics says the average Australian household spends about $208 a week on food, while New Zealanders are hit with a whopping $300 weekly bill (Source: Stats NZ).
It appears more competition and scrutiny in the Aussie market drive prices down, giving shoppers better deals.
Salaries: Show me the money
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The average weekly wage in Australia is around $2,094, adding up to nearly $109,000 annually (Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics).
Compare that to New Zealand’s $1,593 weekly wage, or about $80,000 a year (Source: Stats NZ), and the difference is stark.
This earning potential is a huge draw for Kiwis, especially professionals like nurses and police officers, as highlighted in my Great Brain Drain series. 1News revealed 322 New Zealand officers applied to work with Queensland Police in the last year, and our nursing sector has lost nearly 24,000 registered nurses to Australia. Those are only the ones we know of who have registered under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Agreement.
With a salary increase of almost 30% in some cases, the promise of higher pay and better working conditions is hard to resist.
A mixed bag of inflation and employment
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It is no secret Australia is also grappling with its own cost-of-living crisis, but there's a silver lining. Recent figures show a robust job market with low unemployment in June 2024 (Source: ABS).
Meanwhile, in New Zealand, inflation has dipped slightly, leading to a cut in home loan rates, but unemployment remains a concern as many Kiwis seek better opportunities abroad.
The overall picture
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Is the move worth it? For many, it seems the answer is a resounding yes.
But Australia does have its own cost-of-living challenges. People are struggling to pay their rent and keep their fridges stocked.
As a Kiwi who has just come here, I can say hand on heart the cost of living in New Zealand is just as bad as Australia, made worse by our lower salaries.
With that said, while it’s crucial to weigh individual circumstances and long-term goals, the grass does seem greener on the other side.
But I’m still holding out hope for New Zealand. Addressing these issues at home could help retain our talent and make our own patch of grass just as green.
After all, there’s no place quite like Aotearoa.
Sources:
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• Australian Median House Price: CoreLogic Australia
• Sydney Median House Price: CoreLogic Australia
• NZ Median House Price: CoreLogic NZ
• Auckland Median House Price: CoreLogic NZ
• Australia Rent: CoreLogic Australia
• NZ Rent: TradeMe
• Australia Power: Canstar Blue
• NZ Power: Canstar Blue
• Australia Groceries: Finder, Australian Bureau of Statistics
• NZ Groceries: Stats NZ, Wise Move
• Australia Salary: Australian Bureau of Statistics
• NZ Salary: Stats NZ
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Free consultation and free stress relief head/neck/shoulder massage

Evergreen from Evergreen Natural Health Epsom Clinic

Anxiety often reflects in women’s health.


Due to the hustles of daily life, people are prone to be physically and mentally busy and impatient, and unconsciously incorporate anxiety into their daily work and life. Stress and anxiety have become the normal state of life. Stress and women’s … View moreAnxiety often reflects in women’s health.


Due to the hustles of daily life, people are prone to be physically and mentally busy and impatient, and unconsciously incorporate anxiety into their daily work and life. Stress and anxiety have become the normal state of life. Stress and women’s health can worsen each other, we are passionate about supporting women’s health problems caused by stress and anxiety.

Symptoms of women’s health problems:

1. Premenstrual tension (PMT)

2. Period pain

3. Dark period with blood clots

4. Lightness or absence of period, early menopause

5. Spotting

6. Heavy period and tiredness

7. Menopause syndrome with anxiety/ depression

8. Dull/pale face, fatigue

9. Dry skin with wrinkles, dry lips with cracks, dry/brittle hair, dry and dull eyes with dark circles, dry vagina

10. Infertility


Women’s health problems often cause emotional distress and even anxiety in long term, you may check if you have the following symptoms while suffering from the women’s health problems:

1. Fearful: dark, strangers, being left alone

2. Over - worried, over- thinking, busy mind.

3. Irritability

4. Easily moved to tears

5. Trembling, feelings of restlessness, unable to relax

6. Impatient, frustrated

7. Sleeping problem

8. Difficulty in concentration, poor memory

9. Tinnitus, and/or blurring of vision

10. Feeling of weakness, fainting feelings

11. Palpitations

12. Chest pressure or constriction, choking feeling, shortness of breath

13. Comfort eating and/or food cravings



At Evergreen Natural Health Epsom Clinic, we have a qualified and experienced natural health care team with expertise in integrating mental health consultation, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, herbal formulas, and relaxation/therapeutic massage, to provide comprehensive treatments for women’s health conditions and associated anxiety/ depression problems.

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Watch the Games on the Go!

The Team from NZ Compare

The Games have kicked off with a bang, and our Kiwi athletes are making us proud! If you’re always on the go, working, running errands, or studying at cafes, you'll need the best mobile plan to stay tuned in.

With Mobile Compare, finding an unlimited mobile data plan is easy and … View moreThe Games have kicked off with a bang, and our Kiwi athletes are making us proud! If you’re always on the go, working, running errands, or studying at cafes, you'll need the best mobile plan to stay tuned in.

With Mobile Compare, finding an unlimited mobile data plan is easy and affordable. Just filter your preferences—endless data, unlimited calls, prepay, or monthly plans—and find the best price. Stay connected and enjoy the Games wherever you are!

Step it up!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Eden

A splash of Resene red transforms a rumpty old ladder into a handy stool or nifty shelves.

Find out how to repurpose your old ladder.

Do you have a DIY (or DIY disaster) dad?

Resene

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell… View moreIs your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our colourful spot prizes. Find out more