St Heliers, Auckland

The power of social connection - your health depends on it!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Did you know that socially well-connected people are happier and healthier according to the latest research? Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while or catch up with your loved ones to benefit your mental health and wellbeing.

Read our blog on social connection to find out more!

Free weeks HelloFresh meals

Claire from Meadowbank

I've got free boxes for HelloFresh meals to share again if anyone would like any just send me your email address and I will share the link with you.

It normally requires you to sign up and enter payment details etc, all you have to do if you don't want any more orders receiving in the … View moreI've got free boxes for HelloFresh meals to share again if anyone would like any just send me your email address and I will share the link with you.

It normally requires you to sign up and enter payment details etc, all you have to do if you don't want any more orders receiving in the future is make sure you set it to skip future orders and cancel it once you have received your free box.

Im sure its probably only for people who previously haven't signed up but happy to try send it to someone who has if they want to try.

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Paper bags and old wedding dresses

Janet from Remuera

Hi everyone. I work at Somervell Op Shop and we're collecting 2 things. Firstly paper bags with handles (for meals for the homeless), like you get from the supermarket, and also any wedding or bridesmaids dresses/veils you no longer want. The wedding items are for events we are organizing, … View moreHi everyone. I work at Somervell Op Shop and we're collecting 2 things. Firstly paper bags with handles (for meals for the homeless), like you get from the supermarket, and also any wedding or bridesmaids dresses/veils you no longer want. The wedding items are for events we are organizing, watch this space! You can drop items off at Somervell Church (497 Remuera Road) office 9-2:30 weekdays, or at our op shop, Saturday mornings 9:30-12:30. Thank you in advance!

Brand New- Hip-Seat baby carrier

Yuki from Stonefields

Brand new hip-Seat baby carrier.
Two colours available- blue & pink.
Suitable for ages 0-3 years

Pick up from Stonefields or shipping with cost - please DM if you are interested 😊

Price: $40

Outdoor pavers wanted

John from Remuera

Hi I am looking for some large concrete pavers either to buy or take off your hands for a special project.
If you can help please PM or txt on 021 0590400,
Thanks John

NZ Sommeliers hosted Travel by Glass at NZSFW and Tori’s chose to feature wines from the 1000 kilometers of the Loire River.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire … View moreNZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire Caractere 2016
Domaine des Pothiers Gamay St Romain, from Cote Roannaise AOC. This clone of Gamay Noir is found in a remote location of the central Loire Valley in the Auverne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Our students, under the guidance of Chef Finn prepared a selection canapés to accompany the wines:
Potato croquettes with remoulade
Goats cheese goujons
Chicken liver parfait, quince puree on crouton
Compote of mushrooms, pickled onion on toast Melba
Smoked Salmon Vol au Vent
Duck confit rolls with mustard mayonnaise and gherkin
Cucumber cases
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#finewine #cooking #winetasting #somm #sommelier #sommlife

Sens click together flooring.

Dave from St Heliers

Hi just seeing if anyone has a couple of lengths left over from a pack.
It’s the mitre10 Sens aqua laminate in Macadamia or a light wood grain would also suffice as this is for the back edge.

Intercity Relocations ( 28th, 31st Aug & 2nd Sep )

Antonio from Pronto Movers

Hi.

Trucks with helpers will be heading to Morrinsville, Wellington & Paraparaumu on the following dates.

Please let us know if you need any items to be delivered on the way back to Auckland.

Auckland to Morrinsville ( 28th August )
Auckland to Wellington ( 31st August )
Auckland to … View moreHi.

Trucks with helpers will be heading to Morrinsville, Wellington & Paraparaumu on the following dates.

Please let us know if you need any items to be delivered on the way back to Auckland.

Auckland to Morrinsville ( 28th August )
Auckland to Wellington ( 31st August )
Auckland to Paraparaumu ( 2nd September )

Moving@prontomovers.co.nz
Deliveryservicesnz@gmail.com
022 024 6753
022 505 4200

Carriers insurance & public liability are provided & included.

Thanks
Antonio ( Pronto Movers )

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints … View moreGet 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

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MISSION BAY RENTAL STUDIO APARTMENT $450

Glenis from Orakei

Plus $50 weekly for power, water, unlimited wifi
Ph 021 264 8111 for viewing. Move in September 2023
INDEPENDENT LIVING
shared laundry.
Large master bedroom & large tiled bathroom
. Open plan kitchen, lounge.
10 mins from CBD, bordering BASTION POINT.
Close to bus stop & OBV ….
ORAKEI … View morePlus $50 weekly for power, water, unlimited wifi
Ph 021 264 8111 for viewing. Move in September 2023
INDEPENDENT LIVING
shared laundry.
Large master bedroom & large tiled bathroom
. Open plan kitchen, lounge.
10 mins from CBD, bordering BASTION POINT.
Close to bus stop & OBV ….
ORAKEI BAY VILLAGE
FARROS, ‘SILKY OTTER’; BOUTIQUE CINEMA & EXCELLENT CAFES …

Price: $450

MAKE ME AN OFFER -Girls/women’s Retro Cruiser Bike

Tracey from Glendowie

This Retro Bike is pretty much in new condition!
It has been in storage for 18 months.

Was purchased in 2022
Only been around the block a couple of times.

Purchased from The Warehouse (Bike in a box)
… View moreThis Retro Bike is pretty much in new condition!
It has been in storage for 18 months.

Was purchased in 2022
Only been around the block a couple of times.

Purchased from The Warehouse (Bike in a box)

Fully assembled now.

Have original owner’s manual & assembly instructions (see last photo)

Price: $150

GABBS BOOK FAIR NOVEMBER 2023

Robyn Faithfull from Great Auckland Bargain Book Sale

GABBS (Great Auckland Book Fair) 2023

Barfoot and Thompson Stadium, Kohimaramara
Saturday, 4th November 2023 9AM-1AM
Sunday, 5th November 2023 7AM-3PM

The GABBS book fair is an annual event held at the Barfoot and Thompson Stadium in Kohimaramara.
Our Book Fair raises funds … View moreGABBS (Great Auckland Book Fair) 2023

Barfoot and Thompson Stadium, Kohimaramara
Saturday, 4th November 2023 9AM-1AM
Sunday, 5th November 2023 7AM-3PM

The GABBS book fair is an annual event held at the Barfoot and Thompson Stadium in Kohimaramara.
Our Book Fair raises funds for the East City Community Trust, the Barfoot & Thompson Stadium sports clubs, and other community groups. The journey doesn't stop there though! Left over books from the fair go on to great use through a number of initiatives in schools and colleges in other parts of Auckland, and all the way over in Papua New Guinea thanks to one of our partners "From me to PNG"

We accept books, children's books, DVDs, jigsaw puzzles, records, CDs, and magazines (no older than 2 years) at the Stadium all year round.

We are currently accepting donations of good 2nd hand books in resaleable condition - for information re drop off please refer to website -
www.barfootstadium.co.nz... - Upcoming Events

PLEASE NOTE -
NO ex-library books, travel books, old out-dated technical books, cassettes, video tapes, magazines older than 2 years, or encyclopedias!!
And PLEASE- books must be in resaleable condition - no mouldy, yellowed books.
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Pest Control at your door step

Jack from KO PEST

Banish your pests with a KNOCKOUT treatment from KO PEST. Clean and effective eradication everytime.
👊Top commercial grade products
👊Safe for whole family and pets
👊Warranty backed work
We customise solutions for your individual situation and home setting.
Visit www.kopest.co.nz... or … View moreBanish your pests with a KNOCKOUT treatment from KO PEST. Clean and effective eradication everytime.
👊Top commercial grade products
👊Safe for whole family and pets
👊Warranty backed work
We customise solutions for your individual situation and home setting.
Visit www.kopest.co.nz... or contact Jack on 0212517977 or jack@kopest.co.nz

Outside play kitchen

Meike from Glendowie

It has a garden hose connector so you can really do the dishes. Originally from Bunnings.
Loads of fun!

My daughter has finished "cooking" in her lockdown Café.

Time to pass it on to a new chef for some pocket money.

Price: $25