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Alan sadly lost his wife Phyllis just before the first lockdown in 2020, after the couple moved into the village five years ago.
“They have all been so supportive when I really needed it most. I wrote them all a personal letter to thank them.”
The 90 year old, who has spent his entire life in… View moreAlan sadly lost his wife Phyllis just before the first lockdown in 2020, after the couple moved into the village five years ago.
“They have all been so supportive when I really needed it most. I wrote them all a personal letter to thank them.”
The 90 year old, who has spent his entire life in Christchurch, says his regular expenses are down due to village living and was immediately taken with the apartment opportunity after a tour.
“The security of this place appealed to me, and it was very warm. I also liked that there’s nothing to worry about, you don’t have to think about getting a plumber in for example.”
The couple’s two daughters and son helped them both move into the village, a downsizing that was far easier than Alan thought it would be. Now with a two bedroom apartment, Alan says he really enjoys having a dwelling more compact than his original family home.
“You’ve got to adapt haven’t you, and an apartment is just so easy to keep clean and tidy. I still have a small garden and I like to grow runner beans.”
With a wool buying background and a stint as a golf professional too, Alan has had a busy career but says he prefers the quieter life these days with enough social activities, like bowls and mahjong, to keep him entertained.
Alan helped to start a village choir that now has 24 members and regular practice sessions to prepare for upcoming recitals. The grandfather of five grandchildren and six great grandchildren (pictured with artwork from one of his great grandchildren Tabitha) says he’s always open to welcoming new residents as neighbours.
“To be free of all that worry of maintenance at my time of life is a relief. Plus we could do with a few more in the choir too.”
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Happy New Year! We opened our doors yesterday for the start of 2021 and we can't wait to look after you. We have lots of news - with the start of our renovations at our Howick location and new treatments being introduced later this month at our Albany Spa. Make this the year you look after … View moreHappy New Year! We opened our doors yesterday for the start of 2021 and we can't wait to look after you. We have lots of news - with the start of our renovations at our Howick location and new treatments being introduced later this month at our Albany Spa. Make this the year you look after yourself and invest in your self-care with More Than Skin. See you in Spa soon xx
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.
Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.
See what's on near you at … View moreThere are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.
Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.
See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
And we want you and your family to love it as well!
We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. We have locations in both … View moreAnd we want you and your family to love it as well!
We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. We have locations in both Albany and Hobsonville.
The Free Trial lesson is open to all new customers.
In many respects, 2020 has proved to be a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses and financial fallout.
Many of you neighbours have been doing it tough.
What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year?
*Please put NFP if you do not want your … View moreIn many respects, 2020 has proved to be a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses and financial fallout.
Many of you neighbours have been doing it tough.
What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year?
*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.
Auckland’s landmarks will be the stars of the New Year’s Eve show again this year, with the Sky Tower and Vector Lights on the Harbour Bridge set to bring in the new year with spectacular shows coordinated with Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum and Te Ara I Whiti The Light Path.
Hi Neighbours, 2020 - well it's all been said really hasn't it. Auckland has had a double-dose of the hardest part of Covid-19, with two big restrictions. But what a response from you all. My thoughts are below:
This machine has just developed a fault where it fails to complete the final rinse; it's about 8 to 10 years old so we don't want to spend time and effort (and cost) sorting it out and have purchased the same model to replace it (unbelievably identical in every detail!).
Apart from the … View moreThis machine has just developed a fault where it fails to complete the final rinse; it's about 8 to 10 years old so we don't want to spend time and effort (and cost) sorting it out and have purchased the same model to replace it (unbelievably identical in every detail!).
Apart from the above fault it's in excellent condition and functions up to the point where the programe fails (picking it's likely an electronics problem) with absolutely no rust or dents. Ideal if you're into troubleshooting or just want it for spares.
If you are interested please message me by return to organise urgent pickup from Albany Heights before I haul it to the scrap merchants....see attached pic.
Just wondering if anyone else has noticed this ad? "Hey you, just chilling with your favourite show?" she asks holding up a bottle of coke. That bottle has my name on it. Is that just a coincidence and I'm just paranoid or has anyone else noticed that that bottle carries their … View moreJust wondering if anyone else has noticed this ad? "Hey you, just chilling with your favourite show?" she asks holding up a bottle of coke. That bottle has my name on it. Is that just a coincidence and I'm just paranoid or has anyone else noticed that that bottle carries their first name?
The reason I ask is that when I have to sign back in to the TVNZ on Demand service it always makes me state who's watching before I can proceed which means I have to state my name. Advertisers are pretty clever and Coca Cola has been offering personalised bottles...Your thoughts?
When are we going to stop public sales of fireworks? How many lost, injured and dead animals from last night? The Pukekos in our neighbourhood are conspicuous by their absence this morning. Let's hope they haven't abandoned babies in their nest. All for the sake of human … View moreWhen are we going to stop public sales of fireworks? How many lost, injured and dead animals from last night? The Pukekos in our neighbourhood are conspicuous by their absence this morning. Let's hope they haven't abandoned babies in their nest. All for the sake of human entertainment. It's barbaric.
Suggest that Neighbourly should remove this function off sections of the site where it is not needed, like items for sale etc and only used in crime and safety perhaps? Received spam today for someone selling some bricks....
Summer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.
But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.
Rangitoto… View moreSummer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.
But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.
Rangitoto and Waiheke might be the obvious island destinations, but there are plenty more places you can explore via the water.
Read on to find out more.
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