Westmere, Auckland

1100 days ago

Hello fellow Hobbits, I hope all is well in your hood.

Andrea from Morningside

"In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision"
Dalai Lama

Looking forward to supporting all of our family and community based local businesses that have stayed solvent during this pandemic 💛

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1100 days ago

Joy, the Internet is Here!

Andrea from Morningside

The internet is here!
Oh jolly good we said
We can persecute the living
And celebrate the dead

We’ll talk up all the old things
And make the present bad
And look forward to a future… View more
The internet is here!
Oh jolly good we said
We can persecute the living
And celebrate the dead

We’ll talk up all the old things
And make the present bad
And look forward to a future
That no one yet has had

We’ll become experts in all matters
That once were out of our bounds
And run select secret societies
All hidden underground

We’ll mine for money whilst sleeping
And see planets beyond the moon
Whilst never leaving our armchairs
Or the comfort of our room

And when the children’s voices
Vanish from the streets
We’ll put it down to friends on Facebook
And watch their Google meets

We’ll research how to garden
And go online and buy the tools
Then contact our local handyman
Because we’re told outside is for the fools

We'll be asked by the Facebook Gods
'What is on your minds'
And answer them with integrity
and then be moderated for being unkind

Yes, the Internet has made man-kind
And for that we are forced to pay
Without the knowing of what the future holds
As for hindsight, we’ll turn that knowledge away

You are welcome to contribute to the Poetry and Prose group on Neighbourly.

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1100 days ago

Australian police use facial recognition to make sure you're home during COVID quarantine

Andrea from Morningside

A thought provoking article for this mornings readers..🌄
Australia's two most populous states are trialling facial recognition software that lets police check people are home during COVID-19 quarantine, expanding trials that have sparked controversy to the vast majority of the … View more
A thought provoking article for this mornings readers..🌄
Australia's two most populous states are trialling facial recognition software that lets police check people are home during COVID-19 quarantine, expanding trials that have sparked controversy to the vast majority of the country's population.
While the recognition technology has been used in countries like China, no other democracy has been reported as considering its use in connection with coronavirus containment procedures.
The UN has warned against facial rcognition technology, arguing it could pose a serious danger to human rights -
"Facial recognition technology might seem like a convenient way to monitor people in quarantine but ... if something goes wrong with this technology, the risk of harm is high".
By Euronews, Reuters & AP • 17/09/2021 - 11:57

1101 days ago

Warm welcome to Climate Insights

Neighbourly

We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.

Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based… View more
We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.

Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based information to provide tools and guidance as we strive to become more sustainable and resilient. 

Please join us in welcoming Climate Insights and stay tuned for localised climate information, tools and much more!
Learn more

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1101 days ago

One Solution to A Problem...

Andrea from Morningside

This method has been proven to work...

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1101 days ago

Know your busy bees

Andrea from Morningside

Our food source busy working

1101 days ago

Neighbourhhod gardens in the city

Andrea from Morningside

Working together to create shared pleasure

1102 days ago

Looking for some cooking inspiration?

Stuff

Look no further! Join Sam Mannering on Thursday the 23rd of September and cook your dinner along with him.

What’s on the menu? Sam is going to teach you how to make curry from scratch, and for dessert, a tarte tatin.

Get in quick because seats are limited!
Register now

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1102 days ago

Sri's Tempeh

Sri from Sandringham

Tempeh (Fermented Soybeans)
Plant-based / Vegan-friendly & Vegetarian-friendly
Ingredients: Organic Soybean / White Vinegar
Culture (Rhizopus Oligosporus)
220g $4 each, minimum order 10 packs
500g $8.20 each, minimum order 10 packs
Free delivery Auckland region, North up to Silverdale
South … View more
Tempeh (Fermented Soybeans)
Plant-based / Vegan-friendly & Vegetarian-friendly
Ingredients: Organic Soybean / White Vinegar
Culture (Rhizopus Oligosporus)
220g $4 each, minimum order 10 packs
500g $8.20 each, minimum order 10 packs
Free delivery Auckland region, North up to Silverdale
South down to Papakura.
Call today Sri 027 292 8118

Price: $4

1106 days ago

Lockdown extended - help a small business

David Downs from SOS Business

Urgh - another week of lockdown. Another week of no coffee, missing takeaways, and shaggy hair. Please consider helping a small business by buying a voucher for that thing you miss the most - they get the cash now, when they need it, and you can look forward to using your voucher when we can. … View moreUrgh - another week of lockdown. Another week of no coffee, missing takeaways, and shaggy hair. Please consider helping a small business by buying a voucher for that thing you miss the most - they get the cash now, when they need it, and you can look forward to using your voucher when we can. Win/win.

1102 days ago

Manicure set

Ayyub from Mount Albert

onlinehealthstore.co.nz... $74.99 High Quality . Great for birthday or Christmas gift

1102 days ago

October Community Clinic

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Wednesday 17 October, 7-8pm, via Skype

What's important to you and your community?

The members of the Waitematā Local Board have been elected to represent you.

Book your one-on-one Skype appointment to talk with the local board about the latest community projects, local initiatives and … View more
Wednesday 17 October, 7-8pm, via Skype

What's important to you and your community?

The members of the Waitematā Local Board have been elected to represent you.

Book your one-on-one Skype appointment to talk with the local board about the latest community projects, local initiatives and your ideas for Waitematā.

Your time is precious. Book your 15-minute one-on-one appointment today by emailing: waitematalocalboard@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

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1102 days ago

Do you have questions about your spring garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, … View more
Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, you can submit it (now, or during the chat) at the link below. Then tune in today, Sept 17, at 3pm.

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1103 days ago

United we can overcome current obstacles for a better tomorrow 💚

Andrea from Morningside

Speak as though you understand the action of your words.

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1103 days ago

Get your mates together for Twilight Bowls!

Steve King from

UPDATE:
Sadly, due to Covid Level 3 restrictions on gatherings it's unfeasible to hold this event. All teams will be offered a refund, or they can chose to roll their registration over to the Raumati (Summer) series- 19/1-23/2. Team skips will re ceive an email withmore information.
We will … View more
UPDATE:
Sadly, due to Covid Level 3 restrictions on gatherings it's unfeasible to hold this event. All teams will be offered a refund, or they can chose to roll their registration over to the Raumati (Summer) series- 19/1-23/2. Team skips will re ceive an email withmore information.
We will continue to look for opportunities for a limited, or even one-night, tournament before Christmas and all registrants will get advance notice.
Stay well, get vaccinated if you're able, me ka kite ano
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Get ready for one of the highlights of your summer!

The music will be pumping, food and drink flowing, and competition fierce for Rocky Nook Bowls's 2021 Twilight Bowls3Five Koanga (Spring) series, sponsored by Harcourts Twentythree.

Kick-start your weekend with a couple of friends or whanau (teams can have unlimited subs) in beautiful Fowlds Park, Mt Albert. All skill levels and experience are encouraged- it's all just friendly competition... until it gets serious 🙂

Drinks will be available to purchase from the AIS bar and this year we have a range of food trucks!

Spectators and cheerleaders are encouraged, and there'll be weekly prizes of 3x double passes to The Classic comedy club for top teams as well as spot prizes throughout the tournament thanks to Bowls NZ.

The final night prizegiving will include a meals for each team (additional can be purchased) along with prizes and a trophy.

Registration fee: $150 per team (includes prize-giving dinner)

The COMPETITION
- Six week season starting Thursday 21st October through to 25th November (with rain delay hold of 2nd Dec).
- 6pm for 6:30pm start
- Teams of 3- Lead, Second and Skip in that order- with substitutions permitted (we know it's hard for everyone to commit to 6 weeks).
- Matching uniforms encouraged!
- Bowls can be supplied by the club or own bowls may be used.
- Winners Trophy and weekly prizes

The FORMAT
- Two bowl triples - 3 players each deliver two bowls, per end.
Full rules at: www.rockynookbowls.nz...

REGISTRATION: forms.gle...

- MUST CLOSE 5pm MONDAY 18th October

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