Totara Park – Alfriston, 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)

1954 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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1968 days ago

Owner's warning after dog nearly dies after eating rat poison

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

An Auckland dog owner is warning of the dangers rat bait can cause after her beloved pet nearly died after ingesting it twice.

Tracy Leach said her 8-year-old golden retriever Daisy first got sick about four weeks ago on their rural property in Glenbrook, south of Auckland.

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Hi neighbours,

An Auckland dog owner is warning of the dangers rat bait can cause after her beloved pet nearly died after ingesting it twice.

Tracy Leach said her 8-year-old golden retriever Daisy first got sick about four weeks ago on their rural property in Glenbrook, south of Auckland.

She bounced back pretty quickly but Leach started to notice she was vomiting constantly and consuming a lot of water - causing her to take Daisy back to the vet.

To read more click here

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1953 days ago

Anita's Garden newsletter - 2 August 2019

Anita from Manukau - Wiri

Here's the link to my latest gardening newsletter filled with ideas, advice and inspiration for your garden: www.anitakundu.co.nz...

To be added to the mailing list and receive the newsletter direct to your inbox, please email me at anitakundu.nz@gmail.com and write "subscribe" in… View more
Here's the link to my latest gardening newsletter filled with ideas, advice and inspiration for your garden: www.anitakundu.co.nz...

To be added to the mailing list and receive the newsletter direct to your inbox, please email me at anitakundu.nz@gmail.com and write "subscribe" in the subject field.

Thank you

Kind regards,

Anita Kundu

Newsletter 2 August 2019 pdf.pdf Download View

1953 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1953 days ago

Poll: What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View more
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)

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What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?
  • 1.3% Monday
    1.3% Complete
  • 1.6% Tuesday
    1.6% Complete
  • 3.1% Wednesday
    3.1% Complete
  • 6.2% Thursday
    6.2% Complete
  • 68.1% Friday
    68.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Saturday
    12.8% Complete
  • 6.8% Sunday
    6.8% Complete
1635 votes
1953 days ago

Should you be leaving your heat pump on?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.

And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.

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1954 days ago

Get your curtains cleaned up this winter

The Team from

Winter may not seem like the best time to clean your curtains and blinds. However, it is the time when you most need them to be clean and mildew free.

Drawing them closed to keep you cosy can send mildew and mould spores into the atmosphere to be breathed in by you and your family. Textile … View more
Winter may not seem like the best time to clean your curtains and blinds. However, it is the time when you most need them to be clean and mildew free.

Drawing them closed to keep you cosy can send mildew and mould spores into the atmosphere to be breathed in by you and your family. Textile Curtain Cleaning performs expert mildew removal from your curtains.

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We are located in Wairau Park, Glenfield. We have been cleaning curtains for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For the best fabric curtain and blind cleaning in Auckland, please contact us to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
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1954 days ago

Te Pōkaitahi Reo Programmes

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiāra

Te Pōkaitahi Reo

KIA ORA! Do you want to learn Te Reo Māori, improve your competence in Māori conversations and enhance your knowledge of Tikanga and Mātauranga?

Our Te Pōkaitahi Reo certificates are fee free and graduates will obtain an understanding and awareness of te reo that can … View more
Te Pōkaitahi Reo

KIA ORA! Do you want to learn Te Reo Māori, improve your competence in Māori conversations and enhance your knowledge of Tikanga and Mātauranga?

Our Te Pōkaitahi Reo certificates are fee free and graduates will obtain an understanding and awareness of te reo that can be used amongst whānau and in employment.

These programmes provide a pathway to develop skills and knowledge to protect, maintain and enrich mātauranga taonga tuku iho for current and future generations from beginners to more advanced levels.

If you’d like to study with us locally in Auckland we’d love to hear from you!
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1954 days ago

Simon Gault Pre-Season Cast Iron Ribbed Square Skillet 24cm (Well Maintaining)

Andi from Flat Bush

I only used this Iron pan twice, maintaining with oil each time after I used. This pan has a good condition, but it is too heavy to move and wash. I wanna pass it to a people who get used to the heavy cooker.

The Simon Gault Cast Iron Pre-Season range is ready to use and is the choice of top … View more
I only used this Iron pan twice, maintaining with oil each time after I used. This pan has a good condition, but it is too heavy to move and wash. I wanna pass it to a people who get used to the heavy cooker.

The Simon Gault Cast Iron Pre-Season range is ready to use and is the choice of top chefs due to its excellent heat distribution and cooking capabilities. It allows maximum results using less heat than other types of cookware. Cast Iron is perfect for all stove top cooking including gas, radiant, halogen, ceramic, and solid elements as well as induction. It is also suitable for conventional and convection ovens to a max temperature of 200 degrees C. With repeated use Cast Iron cookware will stay black, a sign that the durable and natural stick resistant surface is in good condition and ready to use. This 24cm ribbed skillet is perfect for searing all variety of meat, chicken and fish.

Product weight: 2.20 KG

Price: $10

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1954 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements:

CENTRAL MOTORWAY JUNCTION (CMJ)
SH1 southbound to SH16 eastbound (Port) link, 1 August
SH16 eastbound to SH16 (Port) link, 1 August
SH16 eastbound to SH1 southbound link, 1 August

SOUTHERN … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements:

CENTRAL MOTORWAY JUNCTION (CMJ)
SH1 southbound to SH16 eastbound (Port) link, 1 August
SH16 eastbound to SH16 (Port) link, 1 August
SH16 eastbound to SH1 southbound link, 1 August

SOUTHERN MOTORWAY (SH1)
South Eastern Highway (SEART) eastbound link 28 July – 1 August
Princes Street northbound on-ramp, 31 July
Southbound lanes between Manukau off-ramp and Takanini on-ramp, 28 - 31 July
Redoubt Road southbound on-ramp, 28 - 31 July
Hill Road southbound off-ramp, 1 August
Takanini northbound on-ramp, 28 July - 1 August
Bombay northbound on-ramp, 31 July

NORTHWESTERN MOTORWAY (SH16)
Southbound lanes between Brigham Creek Road Roundabout and Lincoln Road on-ramp, 28 July - 1 August
Hobsonville Road southbound on-ramp, 28 July - 1 August
Royal Road southbound on-ramp, 28 July - 1 August
Northbound lanes between Lincoln Road off-ramp and Brigham creek Road Roundabout, 28 July - 1 August
Lincoln Road northbound on-ramp, 28 July - 1 August
Patiki Road northbound on-ramp, 1 August

UPPER HARBOUR MOTORWAY (SH18)
SH18 westbound to SH16 southbound link, 28 July - 1 August
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1954 days ago

Does the airport area need an upgrade?

Mandy Te Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, work begins on a three-year road project at the airport. George Bolt Memorial Drive will expand from four lanes to six and a new road will be created to offer more road capacity. The cost of this project is $100 million and would be completed in mid to late 2021. Do you think the … View moreHi neighbours, work begins on a three-year road project at the airport. George Bolt Memorial Drive will expand from four lanes to six and a new road will be created to offer more road capacity. The cost of this project is $100 million and would be completed in mid to late 2021. Do you think the airport area needs improvements?

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