Totara Park – Alfriston, Auckland

Ambury Farm Day is back!

The Team from Auckland Council

Get your gumboots ready, as Auckland Council’s Ambury Farm Day is back! Experience life on the farm up close and personal at Ambury Regional Park on Sunday 20 October.

One person decontaminated, hospitalised after exposure to 'unknown substance'

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Manukau Courier

Have you passed "inheritance" on to your kids?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st ⚠️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View moreHere at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.

This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.

Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZprepared

SKYCITY Grand Hotel - Gift Voucher $160

Bronwyn from Manurewa

- One nights accommodation for two adults
- Valued up to $329
- Book any day of the week before 30 November 2019
- Enjoy the facilities on offer..FREE WIFI, indoor pool, gym
- Many restaurants, bars, cafes within walking distance

Price: $160

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you … View moreThe Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you think?

Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

• Absolutely - young people are our future!
• No - they lack experience to make good judgements
• It depends on the 16-year-old

Vote View Results

• 20.7% Absolutely - young people are our future!
  20.7% Complete
• 68.2% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
  68.2% Complete
• 11% It depends on the 16-year-old
  11% Complete

1259 votes

Book your free mammogram today

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Women aged between 45-69 can book a free mammogram.
You can choose from many locations in South and East Auckland and the date and time that suits you best.

We also have mobile screening units – check out locations and dates bit.ly...

Free phone … View moreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Women aged between 45-69 can book a free mammogram.
You can choose from many locations in South and East Auckland and the date and time that suits you best.

We also have mobile screening units – check out locations and dates bit.ly...

Free phone 0800 270 200 to book your FREE mammogram.

CORRUGATED IRON SHEETS WANTED

Angaline from Takanini

I’m looking for some corrugated iron sheets. Free or cheap. If anyone has any laying around not using I will be happy to remove.
Need extra fencing for our piglets pen.
Thanks

Free

Latin dance class

Wendy from The Gardens

Learn to dance Salsa and other Latin dances.
Tuesday 24 September at 7pm at the
Vava’u Lahi Night Club Cavendish Drive Manukau (opposite the Warehouse)
Class is $5

Selling Niftyboats

Malcolm from Papakura

Hi I'm selling these amazing Niftyboats they are very good for transporting just roll up put in carry bag supplied. Great with a 4hp motor uptown an 8hp motor. Can supply a full setup for under $3000
They come in all colors I'm demonstrating a camouflage. 3.7 meters by 1 15 wide. Book in … View moreHi I'm selling these amazing Niftyboats they are very good for transporting just roll up put in carry bag supplied. Great with a 4hp motor uptown an 8hp motor. Can supply a full setup for under $3000
They come in all colors I'm demonstrating a camouflage. 3.7 meters by 1 15 wide. Book in a demo for weekend. My cellphone
0211600371
Malcolm and Rubie
Skypix50@gmail.com
Www.skyp1x.com

Price: $1,599

Parole Board frees Luana Taylor, who neglected 76-year-old found starved to death

Edward Gay Reporter from Manukau Courier

Illegal dumping reporting on the rise as Aucklanders grow 'sick and tired' of it

Danielle Clent Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, the number of people reporting illegal dumping is on the rise and Auckland Council continues to prosecute offenders.
Just last week, two people were in court on charges relating to illegal dumping.
What do you do when you see illegal dumping?
Please put NFP if you do not want your … View moreHi neighbours, the number of people reporting illegal dumping is on the rise and Auckland Council continues to prosecute offenders.
Just last week, two people were in court on charges relating to illegal dumping.
What do you do when you see illegal dumping?
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Digital Photo Frame

Carmen from Flat Bush

Selling 7" Digital Photo Frame as it is surplus to requirement. In near new condition as it was never used but removed from packaging to check how it works.

Price: $50

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.

So you think you're not going to vote ? Try this :

Todd Niall Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? … View moreHi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? Read the story below:


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