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.

1879 days ago

What do you think should be done about "ghost houses"?

Reporter North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Despite Auckland already being short an estimated 40,000 homes to adequately house its population, the number of empty homes in the region has risen by 18 per cent in five years to nearly 40,000. Experts say the trend is likely due to a lack of affordable housing and is causing … View moreHi neighbours, Despite Auckland already being short an estimated 40,000 homes to adequately house its population, the number of empty homes in the region has risen by 18 per cent in five years to nearly 40,000. Experts say the trend is likely due to a lack of affordable housing and is causing overcrowding . Are there many "ghost houses" in your area? What do you think (if anything) should be done about them? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.

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1876 days ago

Get creative with glass

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Lace patterns always look beautiful. Turn this glass vase from plain to pretty with a lace effect and a Resene testpot.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1876 days ago

Bike wanted

Peter from Greenhithe

Looking for mountain bike.
17in
Ph or txt.
Peter
027277 1904

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1895 days ago

I need a dog sitter when I go away on business please

Venessa Neighbourly Lead from Greenhithe

Hi, do you do dog sitting? I need a dog sitter when I go away on business. 5 year old Jack Russel x Bichon, small 5kg female, loves children.

1877 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: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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1877 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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1877 days ago

Most of Devonport closed to cars on Sunday

Kendall Hutt Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours. This is a heads-up some roads in and around Devonport will be closed to cars on Sunday. More than 2000 people are expected to take part in the Harcourts Cooper & Co Devonport Half Marathon. The marathon, which will take place from 7.30am until 11.30am, has a new course which has … View moreHi neighbours. This is a heads-up some roads in and around Devonport will be closed to cars on Sunday. More than 2000 people are expected to take part in the Harcourts Cooper & Co Devonport Half Marathon. The marathon, which will take place from 7.30am until 11.30am, has a new course which has closed down roads "to ensure everyone can enjoy a great run or walk". Are you taking part in the marathon? Put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

1879 days ago

Lost Cat

Alana from Hillcrest

Hi all, my cat Yara has gone missing from Coronation Rd in Hillcrest and I haven't seen her since Monday last week.
She's smallish with grey, orange and white colouring with a green collar and tags. She's spayed and micro-chipped.
I've attached some photos, if anyone sees her … View more
Hi all, my cat Yara has gone missing from Coronation Rd in Hillcrest and I haven't seen her since Monday last week.
She's smallish with grey, orange and white colouring with a green collar and tags. She's spayed and micro-chipped.
I've attached some photos, if anyone sees her will you please let me know, 022 123 8832.
Thanks so much,
Alana.

1878 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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1878 days ago

FREE Active Aging Expo!

The Team from Takapuna North Community Trust

Come and find out about groups and clubs in your area; meet the people who run them and have a go at a variety of activities.

From exercise and special interest groups to crafts and computers. We've got something for everyone.

● Friday 8th November 10am -2pm
● Takapuna senior … View more
Come and find out about groups and clubs in your area; meet the people who run them and have a go at a variety of activities.

From exercise and special interest groups to crafts and computers. We've got something for everyone.

● Friday 8th November 10am -2pm
● Takapuna senior citizens hall, The Strand, Takapuna (Next to Takapuna Library)

For more information or to book a stall, contact Sarah on 09 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org.nz
Visit us online

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1878 days ago

Volunteer at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

Have you ever wanted to get closer to our exhibitions, collections and give back to the people of Auckland? Becoming a Weekend Information Desk Volunteer is a great way to get amongst it at Auckland Museum!

If you’re a friendly, helpful person who would enjoy helping visitors and you’ve got … View more
Have you ever wanted to get closer to our exhibitions, collections and give back to the people of Auckland? Becoming a Weekend Information Desk Volunteer is a great way to get amongst it at Auckland Museum!

If you’re a friendly, helpful person who would enjoy helping visitors and you’ve got a knack for communicating clearly, we would love to hear from you. You’ll receive full workshop-based training to make sure you’re skilled to field questions and provide helpful information to Museum visitors.

We ask for a commitment of approximately one half-day shift per week or per fortnight, typically on Saturday or Sunday. We would love to hear from you if you have availability on Fridays and/or Mondays also. We are seeking people who are able to make a genuine, long-lasting commitment to being an Auckland Museum volunteer

Here’s your chance to help shape the experience people from Auckland, the rest of New Zealand and the rest of the world have at Auckland Museum.
Apply here!

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1878 days ago

We are your friendly residential property managers

Deepak from Windsor Park

We at Fair Rentals Limited offer a complete range of residential property management services.
Services offered to clients:

->Maximizing Return on investment for investors/property owners
->Customized services to landlords.
->Letting services for both managed and casual listings
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We at Fair Rentals Limited offer a complete range of residential property management services.
Services offered to clients:

->Maximizing Return on investment for investors/property owners
->Customized services to landlords.
->Letting services for both managed and casual listings
->Palace liquid – The cloud based latest and effective property management software in property management
->Monthly owner statements that keep track of income and expenses for accurate reporting, Year-end owner statements.
->Tenancy Checks including current/past landlord/property manager
->Credit checks run on new tenants
->Three Monthly routine inspections
->Tenant moving in and moving out inspections
->Sourcing quality tradesmen who are cost-effective
->Zero Rent Arrears Policy
->Zero Vacancy
->Managing water care/body corp/insurance/rates on behalf of property owners
->repairs including plumbing, electrical, drain-laying, oven, dishwasher, roofing, water-blasting, electrical works etc.
->Major upgrades e.g. roof and patio installations etc

Please do visit our website on www.fairrentals.co.nz... and feel free to reach us via cell phone 020 4111 2333‬ or landline
09 392 3000 or email: info@fairrentals.co.nz

We offer "Peace of Mind" to all landlords.
Yours sincerely,

Team,
Fair Rentals Ltd.

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