Wattle Downs, Auckland

1464 days ago

WIN tickets to Marlon Williams!

Eccles Entertainment

In celebration of his brand new album Plastic Bouquet (out Dec 11) with Canadian duo Kacy + Clayton, February 2021 will welcome the long-awaited return to the stage for Lyttelton based Marlon Williams.

Over an extensive tour of Aotearoa, audiences will be treated to a very different show from … View more
In celebration of his brand new album Plastic Bouquet (out Dec 11) with Canadian duo Kacy + Clayton, February 2021 will welcome the long-awaited return to the stage for Lyttelton based Marlon Williams.

Over an extensive tour of Aotearoa, audiences will be treated to a very different show from Marlon – a full solo performance unearthing some early material, beloved album songs and an introduction to some sparkling new works. This will be Marlon’s first solo tour in over six years.

Taking in cities between Auckland and Invercargill, An Evening with Marlon Williams is an upfront and personal tour visiting cosier venues than before and giving guests the experience of a more intimate Marlon.

Win 2 double pass tickets to an evening experience in Auckland with Marlon Williams. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to be in the draw. T&Cs apply.

All tour details at www.marlonwilliams.co.nz...
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1467 days ago

Favourite summer holiday spots

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your favourite summer holiday spots in NZ. Is there somewhere you keep returning to year after year and, if so, what are the main attractions? What makes it such a stand-out spot? Any tips you may be able to offer on the best things to see and do there… View more
Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your favourite summer holiday spots in NZ. Is there somewhere you keep returning to year after year and, if so, what are the main attractions? What makes it such a stand-out spot? Any tips you may be able to offer on the best things to see and do there - as well as the best places to grab a drink or bite to eat - would be much appreciated. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article. Thanks again.

1467 days ago

Rare white and yellow pōhutukawa trees

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours. Our beautiful red pōhutukawa trees (or New Zealand's Christmas trees) are just about in full bloom.
However, not all pōhutukawa trees are red. Have you seen any yellow or white pōhutukawa trees in your local area? We'd love to see your photos. Feel free to leave a photo … View more
Hi neighbours. Our beautiful red pōhutukawa trees (or New Zealand's Christmas trees) are just about in full bloom.
However, not all pōhutukawa trees are red. Have you seen any yellow or white pōhutukawa trees in your local area? We'd love to see your photos. Feel free to leave a photo in the comments or email me the tree's location at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz

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1465 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car. Support your local business

Universal Auto Parts

Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.

Maintaining a safe distance, single man towing, washing hands regularly in the yard, sanitizer in the towing … View more
Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.

Maintaining a safe distance, single man towing, washing hands regularly in the yard, sanitizer in the towing truck, mask and gloves on at all times.

Universal Auto Parts are offering the best rates in the market to pick up the old cars for the next one month due to COVID19 situation.

Support your local buyer. Instant cash. Best rates guaranteed for your unwanted cars and free removal of cars.

Instant Cash for your wrecked car

For best quotes. Call us 0800 500 001.
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1465 days ago

Pools for kids

Hanna Neighbourly Lead from Manurewa

Where are the best places in Manurewa to take kids swimming or for swimming lessons for toddlers?

1465 days ago

Our BIGGEST Sale ever! 10% OFF EVERYTHING

Sophie from The Wild Rose

Use Code 'BLACKFRIDAY' to redeem! Shop online now at www.thewildrose.co.nz... \ Or Pop into our Takanini store and mention the sale.
Ends Midnight Monday 30th November 2020

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1467 days ago

Beautiful Celebratory Bouquets

Sophie from The Wild Rose

We all deserve to celebrate making it through the whirlwind of the year 2020 has been. With a wide range of beautiful bouquet options now is the perfect time to treat yourself or those you love to something special and commemorate the last 12 months. Head to our website today to view all the … View moreWe all deserve to celebrate making it through the whirlwind of the year 2020 has been. With a wide range of beautiful bouquet options now is the perfect time to treat yourself or those you love to something special and commemorate the last 12 months. Head to our website today to view all the different florals we have to offer.

1466 days ago

Huge discounts on designer kitchenware

Fackelmann Housewares

Shop bakeware, cookware, glassware, dinnerware, kitchen gadgets and much much more. Shop now

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1466 days ago

Acacia Cove have villas available - come and visit us!

Acacia Cove Village

Acacia Cove retirement village has 217 villas and 15 individual, fully self-contained apartments|that offer independence as well as the benefits of a vibrant and active community.

All accommodation has been architecturally designed with professional interior decoration and exterior landscaping. … View more
Acacia Cove retirement village has 217 villas and 15 individual, fully self-contained apartments|that offer independence as well as the benefits of a vibrant and active community.

All accommodation has been architecturally designed with professional interior decoration and exterior landscaping. Every villa enjoys the privacy of its own courtyard area and most have internal garaging with automatic opening doors. They provide spacious living areas in one, two or three-bedroom single-level formats. Apartments have either paved courtyards or spacious decks. Two-bedroom apartments are 102mand three-bedroom apartments are 129m.

Your garden will be fully maintained, but you can always add your own personal touches to make your house a home.

Acacia Cove welcomes you.
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1466 days ago

Manukau courier delivered to wrong address

David from Wattle Downs

Found 2 big stacks of Manukau Courier outside my house. Seems to be incorrectly delivered. Anyone know where to contact for retrieval? Cheers

1466 days ago

Bins before breakfast in Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's time to put out your rubbish bins early to make sure you don't miss a collection.

Route changes for rubbish truck drivers from November 30 will mean that some people have their bins picked up earlier than before.

Residents in central, east and south Auckland should place their bins… View more
It's time to put out your rubbish bins early to make sure you don't miss a collection.

Route changes for rubbish truck drivers from November 30 will mean that some people have their bins picked up earlier than before.

Residents in central, east and south Auckland should place their bins at the kerb by 7am to ensure you don't miss out.

If your household already has an early start, that will not change.

New electric trucks are being rolled out for kerbside collections.

The first joined Waiheke Island earlier this year and the next truck is soon bound for Papakura.

When food scrap collections are introduced in 2023, all food scraps trucks will be electric.

Auckland Council said it has been "standardising rubbish collection services across the region, while also setting a goal of zero waste to landfill by 2040."

About 10,000 tonnes of recycling and 15,000 tonnes of rubbish are collected in the region every month.

Do you like the design of this new electric truck on Waiheke Island?

Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

Photo: Auckland Council

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1466 days ago

Eye on Nature Family Day Trail

Lisa Beale from

Something for your calendar! South Auckland's BIGGEST environmental event, Eye on Nature is back for 2021 :)

On Saturday 27 March from 10am to 4pm join hundreds of Auckland families at this eco educational event offering fun games and activities for all ages.

Set in the beautiful surrounds … View more
Something for your calendar! South Auckland's BIGGEST environmental event, Eye on Nature is back for 2021 :)

On Saturday 27 March from 10am to 4pm join hundreds of Auckland families at this eco educational event offering fun games and activities for all ages.

Set in the beautiful surrounds of Auckland Botanic Gardens, the Eye on Nature Family Day Trail is free and open to the public . The day presents a myriad of whānau-friendly activities, delivered by environmental leaders who are experts in their field to entertain and educate families.

Click the Read More button below for the Facebook event for more details:

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1466 days ago

South Auckland gym helps Heart Foundation

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A South Auckland women's gym is backing the Heart Foundation this month.

Members of the Smash Fit gym will attempt to row 100 kilometres over eight hours to raise funds to buy a defibrillator for the Papakura community.

They will give the balance of the proceeds to the Heart Foundation.

The… View more
A South Auckland women's gym is backing the Heart Foundation this month.

Members of the Smash Fit gym will attempt to row 100 kilometres over eight hours to raise funds to buy a defibrillator for the Papakura community.

They will give the balance of the proceeds to the Heart Foundation.

The women were inspired by Mark Taylor who rowed for eight hours earlier this month, raising $95000 for the Heart Foundation.

Taylor has a neurological disorder affecting his mobility, vision and health.

His wife and one of his daughters are members of the gym.

“We think Mark is incredibly inspirational here at SMASH FIT - and we were hugely honoured when he asked us to help him reach his fundraising target of 100,000 dollars," said Smash Fit owner Emma Dunn.

Mark will be rowing alongside the gym members for some of the event and heart health is something close to home for the Kiwi.

“My family and friends have been impacted by heart disease and the health of our heart is something that we all need to take more seriously," Taylor said.

1466 days ago

Public information sessions on southern motorway upgrade

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

South Auckland residents can find out more about the planned southern motorway upgrade at information sessions starting on Saturday.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency will provide information on the SH1 Papakura to Drury South project at markets, sports grounds, service stations and shops.

The … View more
South Auckland residents can find out more about the planned southern motorway upgrade at information sessions starting on Saturday.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency will provide information on the SH1 Papakura to Drury South project at markets, sports grounds, service stations and shops.

The project includes a new walking and cycling path, extra lanes with potential use for high occupancy vehicles, wide road shoulders for future public transport and improved local road connections.

Improvements will be made at Papakura interchange and at Druy interchange to allow for electrification of the adjacent rail line.

A new interchange is set to be built at Drury South.

The project is part of $2.39 billion of transport upgrades in South Auckland that Waka Kotahi and KiwiRail will begin within the next three years as part of the Government’s New Zealand Upgrade Programme.

Construction on the first stage between Papakura and the Drury motorway service centre is expected to begin in early 2021.

Information days will be held on:

November 28, 7am – 12pm, Pukekohe Farmer’s Market.

November 28, 9am – 12pm, outside Drury Lotto & Superette.

November 29, 8am – 2pm, Pokeno Market.

December 5, 9am – 1pm, Bruce Pulman Park, Takanini.

What do you think of the proposed changes?

Do you like the planned improvements?

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1472 days ago

Poll: Do you like the design of the new Team New Zealand's America's Cup vessel?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Meet Team New Zealand's new America's Cup boat.

Te Rehutai was seen foiling under sail on its first outing after its Thursday night launch.

She was towed out from the team's base on Friday morning and got up on her foils while under tow during the planned test programme of … View more
Meet Team New Zealand's new America's Cup boat.

Te Rehutai was seen foiling under sail on its first outing after its Thursday night launch.

She was towed out from the team's base on Friday morning and got up on her foils while under tow during the planned test programme of sailing on the Waitemata Harbour.

*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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Do you like the design of the new Team New Zealand's America's Cup vessel?
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  • 19.7% No
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