Sunnyvale, Auckland

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

1399 days ago

We need your help, please

The Team from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Hi,
Thank you all so much for all the amazing furniture donations we received in the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, we are struggling with moving them around as we have an old lightweight flat trolley that isn’t designed for what we put it through.
Is there anyone out there who has a … View more
Hi,
Thank you all so much for all the amazing furniture donations we received in the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, we are struggling with moving them around as we have an old lightweight flat trolley that isn’t designed for what we put it through.
Is there anyone out there who has a FURNITURE TROLLEY and would be willing to donate it to the shop that we can Relove?
I’ll add a picture of the kind we dream of and keep my fingers crossed. Just leave a comment below or message us. Many thanks and have a great long weekend!

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1399 days ago

There are so many reasons to be grateful to call Aotearoa New Zealand our home. 😌🙏

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Let's keep working together to make our communities better for everyone while honouring Te Ao Māori.

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1399 days ago

Paint a woven plate

The Team from Resene ColorShop Henderson

Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create … View more
Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1401 days ago

Family awarded $5k after living in rat infested rental

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, a West Auckland family have been awarded $5000 by the Tenancy Tribunal after living in a rental property which had two “distressing and frightening” rat infestations.

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1399 days ago

Summer Rugby Family Festival

Blues

Join the Blues whanau and their southern rivals, the Crusaders, for a (re)re-match at NZ’s first dedicated summer rugby festival.

Experience kids zones, live local music, food trucks, garden bar, marketplace and much more, whilst all supporting our local community. Kids are free with a paying… View more
Join the Blues whanau and their southern rivals, the Crusaders, for a (re)re-match at NZ’s first dedicated summer rugby festival.

Experience kids zones, live local music, food trucks, garden bar, marketplace and much more, whilst all supporting our local community. Kids are free with a paying GA adult ticket $20.
A portion of ticket sales will be donated to children’s charities; I Have a Dream Charitable Trust and KidsCan. Secure your tickets today – available now from ticketmaster.co.nz.
Book Now

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1400 days ago

Gramophone for sale $120

Aaron from New Lynn

This one is perfect to add a bit of uniqueness to your lounge decor. 0277840648.

Price: $120

1400 days ago

Don’t miss your collection day

The Team from Auckland Council

Waitangi Day 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 … View more
Waitangi Day 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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1400 days ago

Fragrant Chicken Salad, Pork Loin & Poached pear

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our kitchen is bustling with activity today as the Level 4 Advanced cookery students prepare the first of three practical final assessments. Entree: Fragrant chicken salad made from tender chicken breast, chiffonade cabbage, onions and aromatic herbs of mint & coriander. Main Course: Pork Loin … View moreOur kitchen is bustling with activity today as the Level 4 Advanced cookery students prepare the first of three practical final assessments. Entree: Fragrant chicken salad made from tender chicken breast, chiffonade cabbage, onions and aromatic herbs of mint & coriander. Main Course: Pork Loin with sauce Madeira, onion carrots & Pommes Boulangère. Dessert: Pear, poached in red wine infused with cloves and cinnamon, Crème anglaise.

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1400 days ago
1406 days ago

Poll: Did you know old rice could make you sick?

New Zealand Food Safety

Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View more
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety
Find out more

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Did you know old rice could make you sick?
  • 86% Yes I’m always careful
    86% Complete
  • 14% No I thought rice doesn’t go bad
    14% Complete
2996 votes
1400 days ago

Poll: Free Yoga classes for 65+

Janne from Avondale

Grey Lynn Community centre has free Yoga classes starting Friday 5th February..
Everyone is welcome to attend regardless of living in the area.
Parking available and easy ramp access to our large hall where the classes will be.
We look forward to hosting you in our light and breezy space.

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Free Yoga classes for 65+
  • 20% Over 65 year olds
    20% Complete
  • 80% Free classes
    80% Complete
5 votes
1400 days ago

Clear and Calm your Mind ~ Weekend Meditation Retreat

Anjalee Pieries from Amitabha Hospice Service Trust

This retreat is ideal for those who would like to develop a clear and calm mind. The meditations will be guided and focused firstly on the breath, and then moving even more subtly inwards to be focused on the awareness of consciousness, on awareness itself. A relaxed, calm and concentrated mind has… View moreThis retreat is ideal for those who would like to develop a clear and calm mind. The meditations will be guided and focused firstly on the breath, and then moving even more subtly inwards to be focused on the awareness of consciousness, on awareness itself. A relaxed, calm and concentrated mind has proven to improve health, bring inner happiness, remove stress & anxiety, and bring a clearer perspective on life and on personal and interpersonal relationships.
13 Mar, 9:00 am-5:00 pm – 14 Mar, 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Amitabha Hospice, 44 Powell Street, Avondale, Auckland 1026, New Zealand

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1401 days ago

Enjoy summer at Auckland Botanic Gardens

The Team from Auckland Council

Garden inspiration, music, an exhibition and heaps of fun for everyone. Bring a picnic, spend the day!

1400 days ago

MPI cocktail onion product recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd has recalled a batch of its branded cocktail onions due to the possible presence of glass fragments.

The Ministry for Primary Industries has stated that there has been no reports of associated injury.

What you need to know:

- The product was sold at the following … View more
Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd has recalled a batch of its branded cocktail onions due to the possible presence of glass fragments.

The Ministry for Primary Industries has stated that there has been no reports of associated injury.

What you need to know:

- The product was sold at the following stores in Northland:
New World Kerikeri
New World Onerahi
Four Square Mangawhai

- The product was sold at the following stores in Auckland:
New World Albany
New World Browns Bay
New World Devonport
New World Green Bay
New World Hobsonville
New World Kumeu
New World Milford
New World Mt Roskill
New World New Lynn
New World Papakura
New World Pukekohe
New World Southmall
New World Waiuku
New World Warkworth
New World Whangaparaoa
Pak’n Save Albany
Pak’n Save Sylvia Park

Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Those with further questions are encouraged to contact Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd on 0800 33 56 24.

For more information about the recall, head through to the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1400 days ago

Synonyms

NumberWorks'nWords New Lynn

Synonyms are different words that share the same meaning. How many can you pair up?

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