Point Chevalier, Auckland

Don’t miss your collection

The Team from Auckland Council

Queen’s Birthday is just around the corner. All council kerbside collections will be collected a day later. All collections will return to normal from 14 June 2021.

It's over to you

The Team from Homed

How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and … View moreHow's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and tell us why you love it. If you haven't quite left your career behind and you're planning your retirement we want to hear about it on Stuff Nation.

Remember - this doesn't have to be a one off. You can ask your neighbours for business recommendations for DIY products, advice on home improvement or even to invite your neighbours over for a house warming when your forever home is completed.

To share your thoughts and photos with Stuff head to the Stuff Nation page, we prefer submissions between 350-800 words; otherwise email homed@stuff.co.nz.

Remember to send through lots of photos.

Epsom – Mobil is here!

Mobil

Today is the official opening of Mobil Epsom, and to celebrate we’re having in-store giveaways! Drop by and check out your new local spot to fill up.

Find us at 378 Manukau Road, Epsom, Auckland 1023 Find out more

What's your coming weekend looking like?

Beds4U Avondale

We love a "hot cup of coffee, a book, and curled up in a comfy bed" kinda feel!

We are looking forward to the weekend!

What about you? Comment below what your weekend is looking like?

#colddays #snuggleup #warmandcomfy #weekendsoon

Looking for a good home for our bunny

Liza from Point Chevalier

Hi neighbours, we are looking for a good home for one of our bunnies . He is around 6 months

Free

Open day at Ponsonby Intermediate School

Ponsonby Intermediate

Come along to Ponsonby Intermediate School and see the school in action! We are holding open mornings and one open evening on the following dates:

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Open Mornings – Thursday 10 June,
Open Mornings – Wednesday 16 June

9:15am - 12:00pm for Year 6 students and … View moreCome along to Ponsonby Intermediate School and see the school in action! We are holding open mornings and one open evening on the following dates:

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Open Mornings – Thursday 10 June,
Open Mornings – Wednesday 16 June

9:15am - 12:00pm for Year 6 students and parents/caregivers. Students will be invited to come to Ponsonby Intermediate School from 9:15am with their parents/caregivers. This is a chance to see the school in action.

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Open Morning – Tuesday 3 August

Open Evening – Wednesday 18 August
- 6:00pm - Tours of the School in action
- 6:45pm - Principals address in the Hall
- 7:00pm - Ponsonby Performance Evening.

Open Morning – Tuesday 24 August

All welcome. Bookings only.
Email office@ponsint.school.nz Learn more

How will your neighbourhood be affected by council's revaluation?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council is winding up the citywide revaluation of all properties, as a basis for carving up next year's rate's pie. Analysis for Stuff shows cheaper suburbs, especially the south may face higher than average rate rises in July 2022. How will you fare?

Nominations for the Women of Influence 2021 Awards are now open

The Team from Women of Influence

The Women of Influence programme is back! Nominations are now open for the 2021 Awards.

The Women of Influence programme celebrates the incredible wāhine of Aotearoa, so shine a light on the passionate Kiwi women who are creating a real impact in your community and nominate them now.

We’re … View moreThe Women of Influence programme is back! Nominations are now open for the 2021 Awards.

The Women of Influence programme celebrates the incredible wāhine of Aotearoa, so shine a light on the passionate Kiwi women who are creating a real impact in your community and nominate them now.

We’re pleased to bring you two new awards categories this year: Environment and Primary Industries. You can also nominate the inspirational women in your life in the Arts & Culture; Board & Management; Business Enterprise; Community Hero; Diversity; Innovation, Science & Health; Public Policy and Young Leader categories.

Nominate here: www.womenofinfluence.co.nz...

Thank you to this year’s illustrator Tess Costil for her inspiring artwork.
#womenofinfluence

left over polyurethane

Janet from Morningside

Hi Neighbours! Does anyone have left over polyurethane or similar clear floor finish suitable for a plywood shed floor? I don;t want to buy a whole bucket or tin and have a whole lot left over, I just need enough to cover approx. 5m2. Thanks

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Not everyone trapped by alcohol is an alcoholic

Al-Anon

There is help for families affected by problem drinking.

In extreme cases, an alcoholic may be homeless, but many live in families that are struggling because of the challenges that come with problem drinking.

Family members become lonely, isolated, ashamed and depressed. They feel that life … View moreThere is help for families affected by problem drinking.

In extreme cases, an alcoholic may be homeless, but many live in families that are struggling because of the challenges that come with problem drinking.

Family members become lonely, isolated, ashamed and depressed. They feel that life has become unmanageable or unbearable. Al-Anon-Alateen Family Groups is a support programme for people who are living with or have lived with the problems of someone else's drinking.

Al-Anon and Alateen for young people offer understanding and personal growth - whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not. There are free of charge meetings daily around Auckland. To find one visit online here.

Members share their experiences of applying the Al-Anon principles to their lives. There is no advice given or specific direction suggested.

Below are a few thoughts from people who have tried Al-Anon:

"I believed that the only thing I needed to be happy and safe was for my husband to stop drinking."

"My life had got so out of control not knowing what my state my daughter would be in when I got home."

"I thought I was strong enough to deal with this on my own...After trying everything, I went to my first meeting." Learn more

Post Covid Self-Worth

Andrea from Morningside

You touched the gold
I had buried inside
And let value shine through
I thought had died

Burning embers
Awakened trust
You sprinkled me… View moreYou touched the gold
I had buried inside
And let value shine through
I thought had died

Burning embers
Awakened trust
You sprinkled me
With fairy dust

Shafts of prisms
Preserved like treasure
Off the chart
To explore at leisure

That, although you dug
And touched the centre
My self worth
Was never yours to measure

Visit poetry and prose group on Neighbourly :)

Certificate in Cookery, Foundation begins 8 June 2021

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Certificate in Cookery, Foundation course is a well-rounded introduction to fundamental cooking and baking techniques. Learn to cook with fresh, high quality ingredients and delicious recipes over 18 weeks. Here we have a freshly baked Fish velouté served with courgettes, cauliflower and … View moreOur Certificate in Cookery, Foundation course is a well-rounded introduction to fundamental cooking and baking techniques. Learn to cook with fresh, high quality ingredients and delicious recipes over 18 weeks. Here we have a freshly baked Fish velouté served with courgettes, cauliflower and broccoli and garnished with tomato concassé prepared by our foundation student chefs.
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The next in-take begins on 8 June 2021.
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New Zealand Domestic students are eligible for Fees Free and Student Loans.

Celebrate your zero waste heroes

The Team from Auckland Council

Calling all zero waste heroes - nominations open from 1 June for the 2021 Tāmaki Makaurau Zero Waste Awards, which celebrate all those helping reduce waste to landfill across Auckland.

Nominations are open from 1 June to 30 June.

Get Involved – June 1st to 30th 🤝

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month we’re rolling up our sleeves, putting up our hands, and saying ‘YES’ to giving our time and skills to projects that make Aotearoa a better place to live.

As a mostly volunteer-led organisation, our members know first hand the value and impact that a single volunteer can make in … View moreThis month we’re rolling up our sleeves, putting up our hands, and saying ‘YES’ to giving our time and skills to projects that make Aotearoa a better place to live.

As a mostly volunteer-led organisation, our members know first hand the value and impact that a single volunteer can make in our communities. Imagine then how much can be achieved when several volunteers or even an entire street or neighbourhood decide to work together to achieve the same goal!

Whether you plan to coordinate your own volunteer driven activity, take part in one that’s already been setup, participate in National Volunteer Week (20-26 June), or simply show your own volunteers some extra love this month, know that every bit of effort to give back is a priceless investment in all of our futures.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re getting involved this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

Here they are! New roses of 2021: which one(s) are you getting?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Pink, red, yellow, climbing, rambling, oh so beautiful they are. New Zealand's rose breeders and specialist nurseries have such a treat for you. Pictured here is 'My Sweetheart' from Matthews Nurseries, and there's lots more. Sit back and enjoy.