Mount Roskill, Auckland

Queen's Birthday waste collections

The Team from Auckland Council

Queen's Birthday is coming. All council kerbside collections will be collected a day later. All collection return to normal 13 June. Check your collection dates and sign up for our holiday text reminders by clicking on Read More.

Happy Samoan Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fa’afetai mo le agalelei fa’atua’oi literally translates to "thank you for your neighbourly kindness". We think that's a pretty special way to show your appreciation for a neighbour. Happy Samoan Language Week!

Start your career in Business Administration!

Vision

Vision College’s NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. If you’re looking to work in an administration role, run the admin side of your own business, or upskill, this is the programme for you!

This hands-on … View moreVision College’s NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. If you’re looking to work in an administration role, run the admin side of your own business, or upskill, this is the programme for you!

This hands-on programme will help you to grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite. It covers Microsoft computer applications, business report writing communication skills and document creation.

We are enrolling now for our June intake! Visit our website to enrol or to find out more. Find out more

Is your home winter ready?

Heathcotes

Now that it's beginning to cool down, having efficient climate control throughout your home is essential for keeping your family warm and healthy. Heathcotes offers an extensive range of heating solutions to suit every type of home, no matter your needs. Get ready for cooler weather with our … View moreNow that it's beginning to cool down, having efficient climate control throughout your home is essential for keeping your family warm and healthy. Heathcotes offers an extensive range of heating solutions to suit every type of home, no matter your needs. Get ready for cooler weather with our handy heating guide or shop our range of heating solutions here.

Come and see us in store or shop online at www.heathcotes.co.nz!

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Aucklanders annoyed over council decision to charge for parking at Auckland Zoo, Motat

Mildred Armah Reporter from Central Leader

Concerns have been raised about Tātaki Auckland Unlimited's plans to introduce paid parking at Auckland Zoo, outside Western Springs College and a new car park at Motat.

Motat (Museum of Transport and Technology) aims to complete its new car park in mid-July, which will be accessed from … View moreConcerns have been raised about Tātaki Auckland Unlimited's plans to introduce paid parking at Auckland Zoo, outside Western Springs College and a new car park at Motat.

Motat (Museum of Transport and Technology) aims to complete its new car park in mid-July, which will be accessed from Motions Road and provide 198 spaces.

The development includes a pedestrian and cycleway which will connect the Meola cycleway to Motions Road, the local schools and the Western Springs Park.

Dog trainer

Rajiv from Mount Roskill

Looking out for a dog trainer to train our Labrador puppy 12 weeks old . Any suggestions and contact number please .This is in Hillsborough area.

Wanted - two strong people for moving furniture

Kate from Mount Albert

Hi all, I need help unloading a Smartbox storage trailer (outside my home in Mt Albert) tomorrow Friday 3 June and moving some items into upstairs rooms (three levels with narrow stairs to third floor). $50/hr per person, will pay for two hours minimum.

Have you got a crazy collection of houseplants? There's still time to become a Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're getting some amazing entries from gardeners obsessed with their indoor plants, and we're enjoying their stories too. There's still time to send us your entry for our Houseplant Hero 2022 competition. You could win some great prizes, and (of course) more houseplants!

Free yoga classes

Jemila from Mount Eden

Jemila has been teaching yoga since 2014 and practicing since she was a child. Join her online or in her backyard studio for vinyasa and yin yang classes.

Free class with promo code NEIGHBOURLY. Register on studiobookingsonline.com...

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Local schools get behind Mount Albert Bowling Club design contest

The Team Reporter from Central Leader

Local schools get behind Mount Albert Bowling Club design contest
By Gary Cross

The Mount Albert Bowling Club recently invited Year 12 and 13 design students from Marist
College and Mount Albert Grammar to design a logo to be used as part of the Club’s upcoming 125 year anniversary.

Zoe … View moreLocal schools get behind Mount Albert Bowling Club design contest
By Gary Cross

The Mount Albert Bowling Club recently invited Year 12 and 13 design students from Marist
College and Mount Albert Grammar to design a logo to be used as part of the Club’s upcoming 125 year anniversary.

Zoe Whaley, a Year 13 student from Mount Albert Grammar, submitted what would end up being the winning design, and received a $400 voucher to use at The French Art Shop in Morningside.

The school also came away with two Highly Commendeds, with Chris Sykes and Sumaya Abrahams each receiving a $100 voucher.

Each school received a $200 voucher for participating in the competition.

The prizes were presented at a ceremony at Mount Albert Grammar on the 25 th of May.

Marist College are due to receive their voucher later this week.

Both of the schools were delighted to be part of the competition.

“The fact that it was a real client gave a purpose behind designing a logo that we can then see in action,” says Sarah-Jane Gauntlett, TiC Visual Art: Design at Mount Albert Grammar.

The students agree. Chris Sykes points out that during the school year, the students are their clients who create for themselves, “but this time we had a real client to focus on.”

Zoe Whaley, who entered three different designs, found that the whole exercise reignited her passion for design. “It made me realise that I do actually enjoy designing logos.”

David Bourke, Creative Director at local web design company Iceberg, who, along with Bowling Club President Nathan Haturini, judged the entries, was impressed by the calibre of designs he saw.

“It was the beautiful simplicity of Zoe’s design that secured her the top prize,” David says.

“The excellent versatility and the colour application gives it just enough of its own personality while adhering to the Mount Albert Bowling Club brand.”

The design will be used on a variety of material throughout the 2022/23 season, including the Club’s sports uniforms, signage and letterhead.

Iceberg and Headwear Stockists NZ sponsored the competition.

As part of the prize, Zoe, Chris and Sumaya will visit Iceberg’s offices, where the team will take them through a typical Agency creative process.

Nathan Haturini is thrilled with the enthusiasm shown by both schools.

“We’ve always seen ourselves as part of the Mount Albert community, so it made sense to get the community involved in our 125 year celebrations in a really tangible way,” he says.

“It was great that teachers and students got behind it.”

In fact, the club has strong links to both schools. Marist College students play at the club as part of their sporting curriculum and Mount Albert Grammar have their staff end of year functions there.

Photo Caption:
MAGS students with logo designs. LR: Bowls Development Officer Jhanna Savov, Zoe Whaley (Winner), Chris Sykes (Highly Commended) and teacher Sarah-Jane Gauntlett.

Volunteers Needed at Amitabha Hospice

Claire from Mount Roskill

Amitabha Hospice provides free support to the elderly & to people with life-limiting illness in every area of Auckland for a few hours a week.

Volunteering is a rewarding and empowering way to make a difference to someone's life. Join us and become an Amitabha Hospice volunteer today.
… View moreAmitabha Hospice provides free support to the elderly & to people with life-limiting illness in every area of Auckland for a few hours a week.

Volunteering is a rewarding and empowering way to make a difference to someone's life. Join us and become an Amitabha Hospice volunteer today.

Our next volunteer training being held via Zoom starts:
Wednesday 29 June to Wednesday 03 August
(six consecutive Wednesdays)
From 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
For information please go to:
www.amitabhahospice.org......
🚩Send us your application ASAP
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Sew Much Fun Sewing Class is 8 today

Jacinta from Blockhouse Bay

We’ve come a long way since we started on 1 June 2014. Students of all ages come from all over Auckland to start or continue their sewing journey. Some have been coming for over 3 years. They started at the basic beginner level and have moved up to Levels 3 and 4. If you have wanted to learn how … View moreWe’ve come a long way since we started on 1 June 2014. Students of all ages come from all over Auckland to start or continue their sewing journey. Some have been coming for over 3 years. They started at the basic beginner level and have moved up to Levels 3 and 4. If you have wanted to learn how to sew, now is the time to start. Classes are held every evening for children from 3.30 pm onwards and for adults from 5 or 6 pm to 8 pm. So call Jacinta James on 09 8281577 to make a booking. A year from now you will wish you had started today.

International Children's Day

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

International Children’s Day on the 1st of June each year, recognises the need to protect children’s rights in order to ensure they grow into happy, healthy adults. To commemorate this significant day, read some children’s stories and spend time with children throughout the week to learn … View moreInternational Children’s Day on the 1st of June each year, recognises the need to protect children’s rights in order to ensure they grow into happy, healthy adults. To commemorate this significant day, read some children’s stories and spend time with children throughout the week to learn about their experiences.

Free printers

Fred from Mount Albert

Free HP printer and scanner, have a couple of them. Feel free to message me for the models and pics. Pickup in Mt Albert asap please. Thanks

Free

Tow truck service

Olga from Blockhouse Bay

Hi, dear, Neighbours.
My husband's name is Bakke, he has bought a brand new tow truck recently and happy to provide you towing services and jump start service. Please save his mobile number, who knows when he will be helpful to you.

+64 21 275 3200
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