Ranui, Auckland

1400 days ago

Facelift forges ahead in Auckland's Avondale

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The planned upgrade to Auckland's Avondale is set to start with installation of a new concrete footpath, new bike racks and improved street lighting.

Auckland Transport will this week start building the first half of the footpath upgrade, expected to be finished by mid-March.

The $720,000 … View more
The planned upgrade to Auckland's Avondale is set to start with installation of a new concrete footpath, new bike racks and improved street lighting.

Auckland Transport will this week start building the first half of the footpath upgrade, expected to be finished by mid-March.

The $720,000 work comprises removing and replacing the slippery pavers with a safer, concrete surface, as well as upgrading the bike parking.

Auckland Transport and the Whau Local Board are co-funding the upgrade which was delayed in 2019 due to the Covid-19 emergency budget.

Whau Local Board chair Kay Thomas said the board was really pleased the slippery pavers would be gone.

"There have been far too many injuries and near-misses in the town centre," Thomas said.

"As soon as there’s any water on the pavers they become a hazard, so by removing and replacing them with a concrete surface we’ll have a better town centre for everyone."

Avondale will be revitalised over the next 15 years in a project led by
Auckland Council's urban regeneration agency, Panuku Development Auckland.

An enhanced town square and a purpose built community facility are planned.

Panuku is designing "quality housing options at varying price-points" and improved walking connections from the rail station to the town centre.

What do you think of the plans to revitalise Avondale?

Which other Auckland suburbs do you believe would benefit from a makeover?

*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

Photograph: Supplied by Panuku. Artist's impression on new community centre to be developed in Auckland's Avondale.

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1400 days ago

Please help! Tents needed urgently

Christall from West Harbour

Please neighbours I am asking for anyone who has an unwanted tent or knows anyone who has one to PLEASE find that neighbourly spirit and donate it to a family who are in need. A large family have planned a camping trip this waitangi day. The tents purchased are unusable and they are now in … View morePlease neighbours I am asking for anyone who has an unwanted tent or knows anyone who has one to PLEASE find that neighbourly spirit and donate it to a family who are in need. A large family have planned a camping trip this waitangi day. The tents purchased are unusable and they are now in desperate need of some free shelter for their family so that this trip can still happen. I can pick up anywhere auckland wide. Please contact me directly. 0223402589. Regards Christall

1400 days ago

Start the school year strong!

NumberWorks'nWords Henderson

The new school year is upon us! Though we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we can set our children up for success, and help them start the school year strong.

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1405 days ago

NZ's friendliest regions and towns

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, … View more
Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Paihia and Twizel.
We'd be really keen to hear your thoughts on this based on your own travels around New Zealand. Do you think Canterbury is NZ's most welcoming region? And are these our most welcoming towns?
Where in NZ have you been made to feel particularly welcome on your travels?
As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it to be included in an article. Cheers.

1400 days ago

Free composting workshops

The Team from Auckland Council

Food scraps and garden waste make up about half of the household rubbish going to landfill, where it pollutes and gives off greenhouse gas. Composting returns valuable nutrients to the soil, giving you a healthy, thriving garden.

Compost Collective runs workshops across Auckland so you can find… View more
Food scraps and garden waste make up about half of the household rubbish going to landfill, where it pollutes and gives off greenhouse gas. Composting returns valuable nutrients to the soil, giving you a healthy, thriving garden.

Compost Collective runs workshops across Auckland so you can find the right composting system for you; whether you’re in an apartment or have a few acres of land.

Composting is easy, find everything you need to get started at compostcollective.org.nz including discounts!
Learn more

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1401 days ago

Lawn Mower Service

Sandy from Massey

Check the Poster attached for details.

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1400 days ago

In desperate need of a free tent

Christall from West Harbour

Please help me neighbours. I am in desperate need of a large tent or a few small ones if anyone out there can donate this I will be eternally gratefull. A large family had planned to go camping this waitangi day and the tents they purchased are unusable. Please donate any unwanted tents and help … View morePlease help me neighbours. I am in desperate need of a large tent or a few small ones if anyone out there can donate this I will be eternally gratefull. A large family had planned to go camping this waitangi day and the tents they purchased are unusable. Please donate any unwanted tents and help this trip to still happen! Please call me on 0223402589 and I can pick up anywhere auckland wide.
Regards Christall

Free

1401 days ago

💖 Love Where You Live - February 1st to 28th 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View more
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, collaborating on a mural, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more beautiful and enjoyable for everyone.

Share your tips, projects, photos and experiences with us by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us at:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1401 days ago

Lawn Mowing Service

Sandy from Massey

Give me a text or call if you need to mow your lawn. Beautiful day of the first of February.

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1401 days ago
1401 days ago

Accounting Services

Benny from Henderson

Hi All,

I am a Chartered Accountant and provides Accounting Services which includes Accounts Finalisations of various entities, including School Accounts (Contractual Basis -Kiwi Park Model), Monthly Accounts, ,GST, PAYE, and Income Tax returns. In addition to that I provide Xero Training and … View more
Hi All,

I am a Chartered Accountant and provides Accounting Services which includes Accounts Finalisations of various entities, including School Accounts (Contractual Basis -Kiwi Park Model), Monthly Accounts, ,GST, PAYE, and Income Tax returns. In addition to that I provide Xero Training and Conversion of legacy systems to Xero.

You can reach at me 02108352122.

Thanks and regards,

Benny

1401 days ago

TWO REALLY COOL OCTAGONAL BOTTLES 21cm tall including lids.

Sharon from Te Atatu South

FREE! Just text me on 021 1848 707 and I can leave them in the letterbox for you. 😃

Free

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1402 days ago

2 flax. Free

Peter from Henderson

2 flax free to take away
Take one or both
Ready to be put back in the ground
Needs a trim first
Look healthy and great
Taken out this morning
Sunday
Text 0226568297

Free

1402 days ago

Microwave - Kensington

Gael from West Harbour

Satin Silver, 450 w
With instruction Manual.
Not yet 5 yrs old, only used for defrosting.
Immaculate Condition, plugged in to view working.
Pick up West Harbour, phone Gael 09. 4168388.
Price reduced by half

Price: $95

1404 days ago

Don’t miss your collection day

The Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Anniversary is just around the corner. Please remember all council kerbside collections will be collected one day later than normal.

Remember all rubbish, recycling bins and bags and food scraps bins (if applicable) are to be placed out before 7am on your collection day.

All collections… View more
Auckland Anniversary is just around the corner. Please remember all council kerbside collections will be collected one day later than normal.

Remember all rubbish, recycling bins and bags and food scraps bins (if applicable) are to be placed out before 7am on your collection day.

All collections will return to normal on 15 February 2021.

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