Mount Roskill, Auckland

Mocktails & Bartending

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Last week we held our School holiday programmes which included Cafe Cooking 101, Barista & our brand new course - Mocktails & Bartending. This is a fun, engaging and highly practical course where you learn the principles of mixing beverages while preparing classic mocktails. It also … View moreLast week we held our School holiday programmes which included Cafe Cooking 101, Barista & our brand new course - Mocktails & Bartending. This is a fun, engaging and highly practical course where you learn the principles of mixing beverages while preparing classic mocktails. It also includes a restaurant service workshop. Here are the students from some of the high schools in Auckland with their Mocktails - Virgin Piña colada, Virgin Mojito, Virgin Blue Breeze and a Fruit Sunrise.

More dates available on our website for the October School Holidays.

Healthy Homes Inspection

Philip from Exceed we fix windows & doors

ATTENTION HOME-OWNERS AND PROPERTY MANAGERS!
Are your windows & doors up to the healthy home standards?

Call us today to arrange an assessment of your home or rental property. We can conduct a thorough inspection ensuring all your windows & doors are Healthy Homes Compliant.

- We will … View moreATTENTION HOME-OWNERS AND PROPERTY MANAGERS!
Are your windows & doors up to the healthy home standards?

Call us today to arrange an assessment of your home or rental property. We can conduct a thorough inspection ensuring all your windows & doors are Healthy Homes Compliant.

- We will check for gaps around your window. We can inspect aluminium windows for worn friction stays.
- We can check for gaps around your door frame. We will check your door to see if it is hung properly and in alignment.
-We will assess the root cause of the draughts then fix it up with the tools and components from our van.

Book a visit with Exceed now on 0800 25 25 00 and let us help you keep your home warmer, drier and healthier this winter!

The exceed team :)

The weird and wonderful things about online trading

The Team from Community News

Hi Auckland,

What was your best purchase on an online marketplace, like Trade Me or Neighbourly?

A 1950s aircraft fuselage could be yours after a Waiuku resident listed their "old warbird" on Trade Me.

The Royal New Zealand Bristol Freighter flew as part of the Royal New Zealand … View moreHi Auckland,

What was your best purchase on an online marketplace, like Trade Me or Neighbourly?

A 1950s aircraft fuselage could be yours after a Waiuku resident listed their "old warbird" on Trade Me.

The Royal New Zealand Bristol Freighter flew as part of the Royal New Zealand Air Force during the Vietnam War. It was then purchased and shipped to Whenuapai-Ardmore in 1978 and then sold on to a Waiuku local. The sellers purchased the land at a later date, and thus the plane.

The listing starts at $18,000 and at time of publishing, has been added to almost 900 users' watchlists.

Share your stories below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment used in your local community paper.

Greener with every ride

Auckland Light Rail

44% of Auckland’s greenhouse gas emissions are from transport.

Light rail can help us reduce our impact on the environment.

Visit lightrail.co.nz to learn more and share your views. Know more

Are you ready to ponder who should be Auckland's next mayor?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, Restaurateur Leo Molloy has given a clear sign of his mayoral campaign platform for the October 2022 vote. Less focus on climate change, more on private car use, and a downtown stadium. Does this sound like the right direction to you? Read the story below:

Sign up for our Tokyo Olympics newsletter

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The Tokyo Olympics are about to kick off, and some of our country's best sports stars are set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The opening ceremony takes place on Friday (about 11pm NZ time), and the Games will run through until August 8.

Over the next … View moreHi neighbours,

The Tokyo Olympics are about to kick off, and some of our country's best sports stars are set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The opening ceremony takes place on Friday (about 11pm NZ time), and the Games will run through until August 8.

Over the next two-and-a-half weeks, some of the world’s best athletes competing in a range of sports will battle it out in Tokyo in the hopes of walking away with a medal.

So get your New Zealand flags and popcorn ready and sign up for our Tokyo Olympics newsletter to have all the highlights, talking points, medal tally and analysis delivered to your inbox every day. Click here.

We'll also be live blogging our Kiwi athletes' events every day of the Games. Just bookmark this page to stay up to date.

Strengthening digital skills for industry

Competenz

Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

“As technology progresses and we move further into… View moreLow levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

“As technology progresses and we move further into Industry 4.0, workers must be upskilled to keep pace with new systems and processes, especially older employees who are not digital natives, but who have invaluable experience in their fields,” says Competenz Sector Manager Jahn Vannisselroy

Competenz has developed a new micro-credential to meet the demands brought about by Industry 4.0. Read the full article here

Supporting KidsCan is easy through the Trade Me Kindness Store

Trade Me

Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve… View moreHi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve stocked the store with all the essentials. Think fleece-lined rain coats and shoes to keep kids warm and dry, and warm, healthy food.

Just pick, click, and give now – we take care of the rest, making sure your purchase gets to KidsCan. Learn more

Used Danske Mobler leather lounge suit for sale

Michael from New Windsor

I've got a Danske Mobler lounge leather suit which is now surplus to my requirements. This set has been very well looked after and is in good condition ( see attached pictures). Very comfortable suit

Consists of :

One large two seater (dimensions 180cm (L) x 900 x 840 H

Plus

One single … View moreI've got a Danske Mobler lounge leather suit which is now surplus to my requirements. This set has been very well looked after and is in good condition ( see attached pictures). Very comfortable suit

Consists of :

One large two seater (dimensions 180cm (L) x 900 x 840 H

Plus

One single seater ( 920cm (L) x 900 x 840 (H)

Price $485 ono
Buyer to arrange own pickup.

Please call or text me on mobile 0220498546. Ask for Michael.

Negotiable

Velbon Sherpa 600 Aluminium Tripod

Dorothy from Hillsborough

This tripod is near new, has only been used about 6 times. Features Aluminum tripod with 3-section legs, Lock , pan and tilt movements, Maximum load 4 kg, Includes a quick shoe. Proceeds of sale will go toward the building fund for building a permanent school in the Solomon Islands

Price: $80

Secure your bull team now with no upfront cost!

PGG Wrightson

Apply for a Defer-A-Bull purchase agreement today – a simple, cost effective solution when sourcing your dairy service bulls.

Secure your bull team early with no repayments until bulls are sold. Find out more

Part Time/Casual Job in our Kitchen at the St Francis Retreat Centre

Phillip from Hillsborough

We are looking for part-time Kitchen Manager and and a casual Assistant Cook to join our team. You will be working on a rostered shift basis which can vary weekly and the shifts are in the morning/evening/weekend.

For more information on the roles and to apply please send an email with your CV or … View moreWe are looking for part-time Kitchen Manager and and a casual Assistant Cook to join our team. You will be working on a rostered shift basis which can vary weekly and the shifts are in the morning/evening/weekend.

For more information on the roles and to apply please send an email with your CV or work experience to finance@stfrancisretreatcentre.org.nz

Do you have a great spinach recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for spinach recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 26, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

Keeping it green in true Kiwi style

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

We’re keeping it green at the Red Cross in Sandringham with gems such as this emerald green jacket. Come in and find this and many more sustainable fashion finds!

Rose Hughes’ latest project gives an old wooden crate a charming second life.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Give an old wooden crate a charming second life with Resene.

Find out how to create your own.