Westgate, Auckland

488 days ago

One day in our kitchen.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Chicken Galantine with farce pistachio & dried apricots, picked onions, parsley emulsion

Followed by;

Raviole de filet de porc, Spätzle, warm Sauerkraut, White pepper sauce

#cookingclass #chicken #pork, #spätzle #galantine #cookingschool

488 days ago

Feature wall dos and don’ts

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Switch up your place with fresh new looks that are high on impact and low on cost with Resene paints.

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491 days ago

A little rant😒

Fiona from Henderson

Where to start .... 🤔

Neighbourly is a wonderful site to meet new people, get to know more about our neighbourhoods, up and coming events etc ... and not forgetting we can buy/sell or even give items away for free.

I (personally) think that a bit of courtesy, being respectful and even … View more
Where to start .... 🤔

Neighbourly is a wonderful site to meet new people, get to know more about our neighbourhoods, up and coming events etc ... and not forgetting we can buy/sell or even give items away for free.

I (personally) think that a bit of courtesy, being respectful and even considerate of others feelings and time is needed when dealing with the buy/sell and free section.

If you are going to respond to a post wanting to purchase or even pick up a free item that you are interested in, please ask yourself, "Am I really going to turn up to pick it up or am I wasting their time?"

Please DON'T waste our time if you are not going to turn up.

The amount of time wasted waiting on people who repeatedly say that they will turn up and never do is surprisingly high.

If you are not going to be decent enough to honestly let us know that you aren't going to turn up or worse, ghost us, please don't bother asking for the item.
There are so many people who normally apply for the same item and all you are doing is making them wait.

To say that it's too far to drive when you can clearly see here on Neighbourly the area that anyone who posts lives in, beggars belief.

I cannot even begin to fathom how your time is more important than mine, especially if the item is FREE!
Will putting a price on it make it more enticing? I some how doubt it.

You will find that quite a few people will be very patient, understanding and fairly flexible with times and you may even get someone who is kind enough to drop off the item to you instead.
There have been quite a lot of times that people who have come to pick up items from me have left with so much more than they bargained for, especially when I'm giving away plants or plant clippings.
I in turn, have also been on the receiving end of someone's generosity.

We all get a lot of joy passing on something to you to make you happy and also to find a new home for the item listed, thus avoiding the dreaded tip or dumping as so many people tend to do.

So please, please be a bit more considerate of those people on here who have taken time out of their day to sell or give something away for free to you.

Rant over!😔

493 days ago

Which NZ town does winter best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you… View more
We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons 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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491 days ago

Vintage Week

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Come on in for our Vintage Retro Week. Get your retro look for the best prices in town. Visit your local Red Cross Shop at 435 Great North Road, Henderson
(09) 8351152
See you there!!!

491 days ago

WAKING UP TO A BETTER AND WELL RESTED YOU!

Beds4U Henderson

Choosing a mattress can be a difficult and scary task, but enduring a sleepless night can be far worse. Buying a new mattress doesn't always have to be a skeptical journey, all it takes is a few tips and turns to switch your restless nights into a blissful experience. Our "A to Z Tips for… View moreChoosing a mattress can be a difficult and scary task, but enduring a sleepless night can be far worse. Buying a new mattress doesn't always have to be a skeptical journey, all it takes is a few tips and turns to switch your restless nights into a blissful experience. Our "A to Z Tips for Buying a New Mattress" provides you with the information and confidence to select a mattress that encourages rejuvenation and revitalization. Say goodbye to restless nights and wake up to a world of comfort and relaxation with the perfect mattress selected using the tips provided in this useful guide.

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491 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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493 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
Find out more

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494 days ago

Bright Spots is extended!

Resene

We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or … View more
We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or two of a Bright Spot and sharing it here. There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter now

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495 days ago

Free Furniture Collection Service

The Team from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Hi neighbours,
We are looking for your pre-loved good-quality clothing, homewares and furniture that you’d like to let go and donate to our shop.

If you can’t drop it off yourself, no worries, we run a free collection service for bulky donations like furniture. Please call us on 027 265 … View more
Hi neighbours,
We are looking for your pre-loved good-quality clothing, homewares and furniture that you’d like to let go and donate to our shop.

If you can’t drop it off yourself, no worries, we run a free collection service for bulky donations like furniture. Please call us on 027 265 1419 (Mon - Fri 9am - 1pm) or send us a text to the same number to arrange a suitable collection day.

Smaller items can be dropped off during trading hours.
Thanks for your support!

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495 days ago

Help needed please - Last day for the Sweat with Pride challenge today

Annuskha from Massey

Hello Neighbours!
I've been doing the Sweat with Pride challenge for the month of June, raising money for the Burnett foundation of NZ :) I have so far raised $750 but my goal is $1k so I need some help raising the last $250 please! sweatwithpride.com...
Thanks!

495 days ago

Warm welcomes

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Create a dramatic entrance using a red door in your favourite Resene red.

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

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496 days ago

Think pink for compostable bin liners

Auckland Council

Get it in the bag Auckland. These new compostable bin liners are great for your kitchen caddy and your food scraps.

Do your part to keep food scraps out of your rubbish collection and keep your eye out for pink liners at your local supermarket.

Think pink for food scraps bin liners.
Find out more

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496 days ago

Dolls on Display

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Cute little Dollie’s on display at Red Cross Henderson 😊
Come visit us and pick your doll choice for your little girl.

Visit us at:
435 Great North Rd, Henderson
(09) 8351152

500 days ago

Poll: Should salaries be public?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below … View more
A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment 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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Should salaries be public?
  • 51.9% Yes, it would be fairer
    51.9% Complete
  • 38% No, it should be private
    38% Complete
  • 10.2% I don't know - I'd need more information
    10.2% Complete
1712 votes
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