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.

1865 days ago

Critically acclaimed NZ made musical

State Highway 48

It’s beautifully raw and real and gained rave reviews after a successful tour of the North Island. Don’t miss State Highway 48 - Aucklanders will be the first to see the re-imagined show.

Complete with a star-studded cast, including Delia Hannah (Les Miserables, Cats, Mamma Mia, Mary … View more
It’s beautifully raw and real and gained rave reviews after a successful tour of the North Island. Don’t miss State Highway 48 - Aucklanders will be the first to see the re-imagined show.

Complete with a star-studded cast, including Delia Hannah (Les Miserables, Cats, Mamma Mia, Mary Poppins) and Steve O’Reilly (Mamma Mia, We Will Rock You), the show celebrates love, life and enlightenment in the 21st century. You can expect to laugh, cry and experience all the ups and downs life has to throw at us.

PLUS – Each ticket you buy puts you in the draw for a luxury weekend for four in Raglan.
Book now

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1865 days ago

Freshen your curtains and free them from stains

The Team from

Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window … View more
Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

Our full service includes our team taking down your curtains and blinds, cleaning them and then rehanging your blinds. Alternatively, you can choose to deliver your blinds to our North Shore cleaning facility. Customers that drop off and pick up their blinds receive a discount off the cleaning cost.

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

For professional curtains and blind cleaning throughout Auckland, please contact Textile Curtain Cleaning to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
Find out more

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1865 days ago

Confectionary Day!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Some of the fantastic cakes prepared by our Diploma students during the special two days of learning confectionary including a tribute to our native New Zealand bird, Kiwi!

1865 days ago

What qualities are important in a partner and how did you meet your partner?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, A survey of 2000 Kiwis has shown different generations place value different qualities when looking for love. Young adults, aged 16 to 34, ranked a sense of humour as the most important quality in a partner, where as most 55- to 64-year-olds viewed sharing values as more important … View moreHi neighbours, A survey of 2000 Kiwis has shown different generations place value different qualities when looking for love. Young adults, aged 16 to 34, ranked a sense of humour as the most important quality in a partner, where as most 55- to 64-year-olds viewed sharing values as more important than sharing a laugh together. Younger people were also more likely to judge potential partners on their looks and perhaps unsurprisingly, more likely to meet their significant other online. What do you think is the most important quality in a partner and how did you meet yours? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in stories.

1865 days ago

What do local elections mean to you?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are… View more
Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are available to chat today or tomorrow - you must be willing to be quite open, as you may be asked about budget, household income and if you own your own home etc. To get in touch, email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz (Please note that we will need you to be named and photographed for the story).

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1866 days ago

Garage Sale, Saturday 12 October, 9.00 am

Sandra from Windsor Park

6 Delisle Place, Windsor Park.
Pressure Sprayer, Washing Machine,Tools, Bed Cover Sets,
Brick- a- brack plus much more. Moving house and downsizing

1866 days ago

Youth politicians accuse Auckland Council of 'ageism'

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.

Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting, but a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 … View more
Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.

Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting, but a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 per meeting, that members of other demographic panels get.

What do you think? Should young people get a pay rise? Read the full story here.

1867 days ago

Sneak peek at Hilder's Park!

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Sneak peek at some of the new paths, stairs, furniture and lookout at Hilder's Park & Larking's Landing Reserve, Beach Haven.
The carved panels from the old furniture that Frank Larking built have been kept to either be given back to the family or used elsewhere in the park.

1866 days ago

Local Body Election Update for our community

Danielle from Glenfield

A huge thank you from Grant Gillon and Danielle Grant to everyone who has supported and helped with the More For The Shore campaign over the last few months!

Thanks for putting up for all the leaflets and billboards :-)

We're now in the final stretch and it is coming down to the wire. If you… View more
A huge thank you from Grant Gillon and Danielle Grant to everyone who has supported and helped with the More For The Shore campaign over the last few months!

Thanks for putting up for all the leaflets and billboards :-)

We're now in the final stretch and it is coming down to the wire. If you haven't voted yet, please ensure that you post your voting papers TODAY, or drop off your voting paper at any library or council service centre before midday Saturday.

If you haven't received your voting papers or you have misplaced them, please visit the Takapuna Council Service Centre or the Birkenhead Library before the end of the week to cast a Special Vote.

Authorised by Dr Grant Gillon, 15 Buchanan Street, Devonport, Auckland, Ph 0274 801 835

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1866 days ago

IKEA Single bed

Kirsten from Mairangi Bay

IKEA single slat bed. This is an excellent solid bed for kids or teenagers or a spare room. The top section of the bed is able to be raised to support the torso to an elevated position. This is a great feature for people sick in bed...or for reading.
The bed is made from pine and completely … View more
IKEA single slat bed. This is an excellent solid bed for kids or teenagers or a spare room. The top section of the bed is able to be raised to support the torso to an elevated position. This is a great feature for people sick in bed...or for reading.
The bed is made from pine and completely comes apart for easy transportation.. All the slats are in good condition.
The mattress is also included....and sheets and an electric blanket.

Price: $50

1867 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 36% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    36% Complete
  • 32.5% No - it's not the parents' choice
    32.5% Complete
  • 31.5% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    31.5% Complete
899 votes
1866 days ago

Testimonial Tuesday

NumberWorks'nWords East Coast Bays

We love the feedback we get from our parents.

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1869 days ago

Kaipatiki Winter Fun Programme

Jill Nerheny from Kaipatiki Community Facilities Trust

KAIPATIKI Winter Fun Programme
This weeks venues....free
Monday 7th SENIOR Games Northcote Citizens Centre 10am

Tuesday 8th Preschool Play St Barnabas Church Hall 10am

Wednesday 9th Junior BIG Block Play & Preschool Play Northcote War Memorial Hall 10am

Thursday 10th Preschool Play Beach… View more
KAIPATIKI Winter Fun Programme
This weeks venues....free
Monday 7th SENIOR Games Northcote Citizens Centre 10am

Tuesday 8th Preschool Play St Barnabas Church Hall 10am

Wednesday 9th Junior BIG Block Play & Preschool Play Northcote War Memorial Hall 10am

Thursday 10th Preschool Play Beach Haven Birkdale Hall 10am

Friday 11th BIG Block Play & Preschool Play Northcote War Memorial Hall 10am

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