Mount Roskill, Auckland

Annoucement

Office for Seniors

The Government has appointed Carolyn Cooper as the inaugural Aged Care Commissioner, to lead much needed systematic change in the sector, Minister for Seniors and Associate Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall announced today.

How about heart-shaped foliage plants for your Valentine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

It's not too late to grab these sensational plants for your green-fingered, houseplant-loving Valentine. Here's a quick guide to the hottest indoor plants for that special person in your life.

Share the love around Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Valentines Day from the team at NZ Compare!
Take the time today to enjoy the love that surrounds you. Pass it onto your friends, family, pets, maybe even a neighbour! Brighten someone's day.

Don't forget to show yourself some love too!

Want to recognise your favourite local business?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. 

… View moreWe all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. 

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards. Nominate now

Hunger for Colour – Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Bring 2 cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for 1 Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you bring in 2 cans of … View moreBring 2 cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for 1 Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you bring in 2 cans of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.90 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

So start gathering up those cans and bring them into your local Resene owned ColorShop. Find out more

LG Mini Fridge

Steve from Mount Eden

LG Mini Bar Fridge
LG Mini bar fridge, runs perfectly. Castrol Racing stickers professional done. Im reluctantly parting with this as I no longer need it.
This is one of a kind

$250.00 ono

Negotiable

Artistic shopping bag

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Less is best – plastic that is. So what better way to help the environment than to create your own fun, reusable calico shopping bag? Paint your own with Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own.

WSET & New Zealand Wine Week

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

For a long time, New Zealand wine exports have been dominated by Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir with small quantities of Chardonnay and Bordeaux blends plus more.

During New Zealand Wine Week (7-11 February 2022), WSET gathered together a panel of three expert educators to discuss emerging wine … View moreFor a long time, New Zealand wine exports have been dominated by Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir with small quantities of Chardonnay and Bordeaux blends plus more.

During New Zealand Wine Week (7-11 February 2022), WSET gathered together a panel of three expert educators to discuss emerging wine trends and grape varieties along with the theme of sustainable winegrowing certification (SWNZ) and organics in the New Zealand wine industry.

Here is a part of Celia’s presentation on the grape varieties, regions and the importance of NZ Winegrower’s policy of sustainable wine growing, first introduced in 1995 and the increasing numbers of organic certified wineries.

Home grown tomatoes for sale

Alan from Sandringham

I have garden produce for sale at less than shop prices. Tomatoes,$3. a kilo and Cucumbers $1.00 each,

Price: $3

Are you on the right power plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

… View moreWe’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

Compare with our help and find the right power plan for your household! It’s easy as!

Visit Power Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across Power, Broadband and Money. COMPARE MY POWER!

Flyer drop

Monica from Lynfield

Hi I am looking for someone to drop flyers around Lynfield.
Please contact if you know of someone interested to do this.

Jetskii assesorie. Chilli bin and steel frame

Arna from Mount Albert

Comes with the cillin bin which is brand new (r.r.p) $199 & chilli bin steel frame holder (r.r.p) $800 for back of jet skii which holds 5 fishing rods.

Price: $350

Waikowhai Cubs and Scouts

Kathy from Mount Roskill

Cubs learn Outdoor skills, Fun, Friendship & Adventure for girls and boys
Cubs aged 7-10yrs Scouts 11-15yrs

Become a Cub and do heaps of exciting indoor and outdoor activities like camping, bushwalking, outdoor cooking, and helping your community.
Learn skills such as tying knots, … View moreCubs learn Outdoor skills, Fun, Friendship & Adventure for girls and boys
Cubs aged 7-10yrs Scouts 11-15yrs

Become a Cub and do heaps of exciting indoor and outdoor activities like camping, bushwalking, outdoor cooking, and helping your community.
Learn skills such as tying knots, helping others and learn what to do in an emergency.
We worked online through the Lockdowns and Cubs earned badges
Come and have lots of fun, explore new things, make new friends, experiment, accept challenges, and experience the life of being a Cub.

Cubs are having an Open Night: Tuesday 22 February 2022
Please wear a mask

1325 Dominion Rd Extension 6.30 – 8pm
All Welcome
Contact Kathy re Cubs and Scouts – waikowhai@group.scouts.nz

10 cool things to do in our regional parks

The Team from Auckland Council

There are always more new and surprising things to do in Auckland’s regional parks. If you’re looking for something different to do, try one of these cool experiences.
#AKLSummerisCalling

After being a close contact, do I get back on the bus?

Todd Niall Reporter from Community News

Kia ora Neighbours, I've had my first encounter with the Covid-19 tracking system, after becoming a "close contact" during a morning bus ride. Now the question is, do I get straight back on the bus? Would you?