Totara Vale, Auckland

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

532 days ago

Learn to recognise wild natives among your weeds, and weeds among your trees and shrubs

Jenny from

Do you recognise the native wild plants and the destructive weeds presently growing wild in your garden?

The cost and effort of saving your garden and buildings from tree, shrub and vine weeds can be avoided if you recognise the weeds early. The largest, most costly invasions all started as wild… View more
Do you recognise the native wild plants and the destructive weeds presently growing wild in your garden?

The cost and effort of saving your garden and buildings from tree, shrub and vine weeds can be avoided if you recognise the weeds early. The largest, most costly invasions all started as wild seedlings introduced by wind or birds, as ornamental plantings before the plant's invasive quality in NZ was widely recognized, or on neighbouring properties.

The impact of these plants only becomes obvious once they overrun your hedge, driveway, plantings, or buildings.

Group learning sessions can be arranged in a Reserve or private garden, to help you recognise both the free native wild plants and the destructive weeds on your own property.

As plants and demonstration of manual control methods need to be seen close up, and all participants need to be able to ask their questions, each group will be limited to 3 to 6 people, at a cost of $20-30 depending on numbers.

If you would like to subscribe to one of these sessions, please email jenny@northshorewilds.nz, message me here at www.neighbourly.co.nz..., or phone 021485994.

Let's get those weeds cut, piled and safely composted while we have the wet conditions ideal for decomposition!

532 days ago

Vote in Stuff’s Love Your Local Awards...

The Team from Love Your Local

Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do! Vote now

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533 days ago

Poll: Royal Getaway

Jay from Beds4U Glenfield

Make the most of this extraordinary long weekend by reconnecting with loved ones, indulging in some much-needed relaxation, and catching up on sleep. Embrace the essence of the weekend and share with us your plans for a rejuvenating escape.

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Royal Getaway
  • 11.9% Binge Watch Series
    11.9% Complete
  • 6% Road Trip
    6% Complete
  • 46.4% Catching Up on Sleep
    46.4% Complete
  • 35.7% Friends & Family Get Together
    35.7% Complete
84 votes
533 days ago

Cloche encounters of the vegetable kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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533 days ago

Enrol now in 2023!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Learn with us!
Are you looking to further your study goals? Or are you wanting to try something new? Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and … View more
Learn with us!
Are you looking to further your study goals? Or are you wanting to try something new? Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and undergraduate degrees to Master and Doctorate level. With subjects including, education, humanities, indigenous studies, mātauranga Māori, te reo Māori, radio broadcasting, sciences, marae centred learning and much more! With delivery available at multiple sites and some with online delivery we invite you to find out more.

It isn’t too late to enrol! Contact us now
Find out more

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533 days ago

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠'𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭!

Beds 4 U

Take advantage of the King's Birthday Bed Sale now and treat yourself to the luxury you deserve. Get up to 65% off on NZ made Beds & Mattresses plus 🚚𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲*🚚 😍

*Apply Code (KING23) to your cart for … View more
Take advantage of the King's Birthday Bed Sale now and treat yourself to the luxury you deserve. Get up to 65% off on NZ made Beds & Mattresses plus 🚚𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲*🚚 😍

*Apply Code (KING23) to your cart for 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 on online orders above $899 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.

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534 days ago

Are property prices close to levelling out?

Gabrielle Elborough from

You may have read that property prices may have reached a bottom. This week I sold a property in the East Coast Bays after only 15 days on the market. The property was sold by Tender.
The Tender date was brought forward following an acceptable offer. There were then 11 offers on Tender Day.
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You may have read that property prices may have reached a bottom. This week I sold a property in the East Coast Bays after only 15 days on the market. The property was sold by Tender.
The Tender date was brought forward following an acceptable offer. There were then 11 offers on Tender Day.
With 23 registered buyers.

Case Study 31st May 2023

Property Listed: 15th May
First Open Home: 20th May
Pre-Tender Offer: 25th May
Tender On-Site: 30th May
Sale Date: 30th May
Registered Buyers: 23
Written Tender Offers: 11
Sale Price: $1,650,800.00
Current CV: $1,630,000.00
Difference to CV: +$20,800
Days on the Market: 15 days
Happy buyers Happy clients

534 days ago

Real Estate

Winston from Harcourts - Winston Saga

Thinking about moving but wondering what your current home is worth? Click the link to find your home’s Sale Price Estimate, free!
Want to know how much your home is worth? Find out now! homeasap.com...

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537 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
534 days ago

King’s Birthday Collection Dates

The Team from Auckland Council

Remember rubbish, recycling and food scraps collection times may change due to public holidays.
Check your collection dates by clicking on 'Read More'.

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535 days ago

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM "Reach For The Stars!'

Jacquie from Totara Vale

School holiday program for children 6-10
‘REACH FOR THE STARS!’
6-7 July and 11-12 July 9am-12.30pm, including morning tea

A fun, engaging program awakening children to their
Higher … View more
School holiday program for children 6-10
‘REACH FOR THE STARS!’
6-7 July and 11-12 July 9am-12.30pm, including morning tea

A fun, engaging program awakening children to their
Higher (Star) Selves, energy bodies and chakras and to crystals!

Limited places – only 5 per class
For full information sheet phone facilitator Jacquie Johnson:
021-131-3395

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535 days ago

Auckland trains suspended

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland's train network is down and no trains are currently operating. Warnings are in place due to possible toxic smoke after a recent fire.

What you need to know:
- A large fire which broke out in the Auckland suburb of Favona overnight has been contained.
- Fire is causing a large … View more
Auckland's train network is down and no trains are currently operating. Warnings are in place due to possible toxic smoke after a recent fire.

What you need to know:
- A large fire which broke out in the Auckland suburb of Favona overnight has been contained.
- Fire is causing a large plume of toxic smoke and South Auckland residents were advised to close all windows and doors and wear a mask as a precaution. The wind has now changed and Greenlane, Ellerslie, Mt Wellington and Penrose are also affected.
- King's College in Ōtāhuhu is closed today due to the smoke.
- Auckland’s train network is completely down with KiwiRail asked to evacuate its control centre.

You can keep up to date with the status of the trains on the Auckland Transport website.

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535 days ago

Clearance Beds & Headboards

Manager from Allbeds Outlet Store Milford

Factory seconds, damages, end of line beds are ready for you! www.allbedsonline.com...

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536 days ago

Out-of-Zone Ballot for Term 3, 2023 Applications Welcome

Nadine Hollier from Sunnynook Primary School

We are very excited to announce there will be a ballot for out-of-zone enrolments at Sunnynook Primary School. Applications for 3 out-of-zone places in Year 2 are now being invited. There are also 2 out-of-zone places available in Year 3, and 5 places in Year 4. The deadline for applications is 12 … View moreWe are very excited to announce there will be a ballot for out-of-zone enrolments at Sunnynook Primary School. Applications for 3 out-of-zone places in Year 2 are now being invited. There are also 2 out-of-zone places available in Year 3, and 5 places in Year 4. The deadline for applications is 12 June 2023. The ballot will be held on Wednesday 14 June 2023.

If you know of any families who do not live in our home zone and might be interested in enrolling their child at our school, please let them know. Further details are available from the school office and on our website - www.sunnynook.school.nz...

536 days ago

Scoop up something a little different!

Manager from Allbeds Outlet Store Milford

You're unique, so why not opt for something unique? Show your personality! Check our limited editions... only available for a short time! Be quick to place your order. www.allbedsonline.com...

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