Wai O Taiki Bay, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

463 days ago

Poll: Covid restrictions: Too soon or about time?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you … View morePrime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you feeling about the changes?

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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Covid restrictions: Too soon or about time?
  • 37.6% Too soon
    37.6% Complete
  • 39.3% About time!
    39.3% Complete
  • 23.1% I'm don't mind either way
    23.1% Complete
2580 votes
461 days ago

Furniture needed!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

Happy Tuesday!

If you didn’t know NZ Red Cross does Free collection on big bulk items such as household furniture, big electrical, etc. If you want to know more don’t hesitate to give us a call on 09 527 8153 and our staff and volunteers will be happy to help you.

Have a good one 👍

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462 days ago

What if I can’t pay my rates?

The Team from Auckland Council

We offer rates postponement scheme, flexible payment options and guidance and encourage anyone to reach out to our team to see how we can help.

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463 days ago

The power of social connection - your health depends on it!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Did you know that socially well-connected people are happier and healthier according to the latest research? Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while or catch up with your loved ones to benefit your mental health and wellbeing.

Read our blog on social connection to find out more!

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462 days ago

Win this brand-new home!

Heart Foundation

Dreaming of calling the City of Sails home?

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland in the Heart Foundation Lottery. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen… View more
Dreaming of calling the City of Sails home?

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland in the Heart Foundation Lottery. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Buy tickets now

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462 days ago

Brand New- Hip-Seat baby carrier

Yuki from Stonefields

Brand new hip-Seat baby carrier.
Two colours available- blue & pink.
Suitable for ages 0-3 years

Pick up from Stonefields or shipping with cost - please DM if you are interested 😊

Price: $40

463 days ago

NZ Sommeliers hosted Travel by Glass at NZSFW and Tori’s chose to feature wines from the 1000 kilometers of the Loire River.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire … View more
NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire Caractere 2016
Domaine des Pothiers Gamay St Romain, from Cote Roannaise AOC. This clone of Gamay Noir is found in a remote location of the central Loire Valley in the Auverne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Our students, under the guidance of Chef Finn prepared a selection canapés to accompany the wines:
Potato croquettes with remoulade
Goats cheese goujons
Chicken liver parfait, quince puree on crouton
Compote of mushrooms, pickled onion on toast Melba
Smoked Salmon Vol au Vent
Duck confit rolls with mustard mayonnaise and gherkin
Cucumber cases
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#finewine #cooking #winetasting #somm #sommelier #sommlife

464 days ago

Sens click together flooring.

Dave from St Heliers

Hi just seeing if anyone has a couple of lengths left over from a pack.
It’s the mitre10 Sens aqua laminate in Macadamia or a light wood grain would also suffice as this is for the back edge.

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464 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints … View more
Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints available in New Zealand!
Find out more

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465 days ago

MAKE ME AN OFFER -Girls/women’s Retro Cruiser Bike

Tracey from Glendowie

This Retro Bike is pretty much in new condition!
It has been in storage for 18 months.

Was purchased in 2022
Only been around the block a couple of times.

Purchased from The Warehouse (Bike in a box)
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This Retro Bike is pretty much in new condition!
It has been in storage for 18 months.

Was purchased in 2022
Only been around the block a couple of times.

Purchased from The Warehouse (Bike in a box)

Fully assembled now.

Have original owner’s manual & assembly instructions (see last photo)

Price: $150

466 days ago

GABBS BOOK FAIR NOVEMBER 2023

Robyn Faithfull from Great Auckland Bargain Book Sale

GABBS (Great Auckland Book Fair) 2023

Barfoot and Thompson Stadium, Kohimaramara
Saturday, 4th November 2023 9AM-1AM
Sunday, 5th November 2023 7AM-3PM

The GABBS book fair is an annual event held at the Barfoot and Thompson Stadium in Kohimaramara.
Our Book Fair raises funds … View more
GABBS (Great Auckland Book Fair) 2023

Barfoot and Thompson Stadium, Kohimaramara
Saturday, 4th November 2023 9AM-1AM
Sunday, 5th November 2023 7AM-3PM

The GABBS book fair is an annual event held at the Barfoot and Thompson Stadium in Kohimaramara.
Our Book Fair raises funds for the East City Community Trust, the Barfoot & Thompson Stadium sports clubs, and other community groups. The journey doesn't stop there though! Left over books from the fair go on to great use through a number of initiatives in schools and colleges in other parts of Auckland, and all the way over in Papua New Guinea thanks to one of our partners "From me to PNG"

We accept books, children's books, DVDs, jigsaw puzzles, records, CDs, and magazines (no older than 2 years) at the Stadium all year round.

We are currently accepting donations of good 2nd hand books in resaleable condition - for information re drop off please refer to website -
www.barfootstadium.co.nz... - Upcoming Events

PLEASE NOTE -
NO ex-library books, travel books, old out-dated technical books, cassettes, video tapes, magazines older than 2 years, or encyclopedias!!
And PLEASE- books must be in resaleable condition - no mouldy, yellowed books.
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465 days ago

Pest Control at your door step

Jack from KO PEST

Banish your pests with a KNOCKOUT treatment from KO PEST. Clean and effective eradication everytime.
👊Top commercial grade products
👊Safe for whole family and pets
👊Warranty backed work
We customise solutions for your individual situation and home setting.
Visit www.kopest.co.nz... or … View more
Banish your pests with a KNOCKOUT treatment from KO PEST. Clean and effective eradication everytime.
👊Top commercial grade products
👊Safe for whole family and pets
👊Warranty backed work
We customise solutions for your individual situation and home setting.
Visit www.kopest.co.nz... or contact Jack on 0212517977 or jack@kopest.co.nz

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465 days ago

Outside play kitchen

Meike from Glendowie

It has a garden hose connector so you can really do the dishes. Originally from Bunnings.
Loads of fun!

My daughter has finished "cooking" in her lockdown Café.

Time to pass it on to a new chef for some pocket money.

Price: $25

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465 days ago

Queen airbed

Maria from Point England

Brought but never used. Selling for $80.00 it's a bargain as they are selling for over $100.

Negotiable

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465 days ago

Pāpāmoa Townhouse, beach within reach!

Flowerday Homes

We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are … View more
We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are perfect for families, professionals, retirees, and savvy investors seeking a low maintenance property in the heart of a vibrant community.

With a retail and commercial development plan in motion, Golden Sands delivers relaxed coastal living with everything you need on the doorstep, and this freehold land and townhouse package is your opportunity to be part of it all.
Contact us now

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