Windsor Park, Auckland

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

1302 days ago

British isles Inn Mother's Day

Owner from British Isles Inn Eatery & Bar - Rothesay Bay

Two Fireplaces are going, full menu, desserts, and Bubbles available.
Still doing a great Sunday Roast. Book a table now

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1302 days ago

4 outlet power board.

Diana from Forrest Hill

$2 each or $5 for 3

Negotiable

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1303 days ago

Kaipātiki Alone Together showcases lockdown images

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Images of life during lockdown in Kaipatiki are portrayed in a newly released book.

The edition follows an initiative by the Birkenhead, Beach Haven and Birkdale residents' associations inviting residents to upload photographs taken during Auckland's first lockdown in 2020.

"We … View more
Images of life during lockdown in Kaipatiki are portrayed in a newly released book.

The edition follows an initiative by the Birkenhead, Beach Haven and Birkdale residents' associations inviting residents to upload photographs taken during Auckland's first lockdown in 2020.

"We started this as a way to create and celebrate a sense of community during unprecedented times and to capture a snapshot of life under lockdown for future generations," said Birkenhead Residents Association chair Gillian Taylor.

“We were really inspired by people’s creativity which showed that spirit and resilience with images depicting the Bear Hunt, pavement art along with new ways to celebrate Easter and Anzac Day.

“There are other great photos people captured at home, through their windows and on their neighbourhood walks as well as the almost desolate scenes of roads empty of traffic or shoppers,” she said.

Commemorative books have been printed thanks to a grant from Kaipatiki Local Board.

These are displayed at the Northcote, Birkenhead and Glenfield libraries as well as the local board office.

The images can still be viewed and uploaded online.

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1303 days ago

TOYS AND GAMES COLLECTION!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

What is the most engaging and delightful language of children? Play. Let’s speak it to them with ease!

We have affordable collections of toys and games at our Red Cross Wairau Park Shop, 18 Link Drive, Wairau Park, Auckland to help you and your kids to speak this unique language well.

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1303 days ago

Mother's Day is this weekend

Sunday Star Times

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code … View more
Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the checkout to redeem.

Hurry! Offer ends Sunday. T&C's apply.
Subscribe Now

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1303 days ago

Hot Dogs

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

A New York street food classic prepared by our Diploma Chefs. Our own succulent Chorizo sausages served in a soft bread with pickled and crispy onions, cucumbers, mayonnaise and garnished with bean sprouts.

1304 days ago

The benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus.

NumberWorks'nWords East Coast Bays

As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View more
As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!

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1308 days ago

Million-dollar dumps: Auckland's $5.8m Carlile House deemed 'dangerous building'

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Carlile House in Auckland’s Grey Lynn is slowly crumbling away.

Its owners, the United Church of Tonga, claim the land’s significance as home to the first Tongan congregation in New Zealand is being neglected by Auckland Council, in favour of its history as an orphanage, preventing the site … View more
Carlile House in Auckland’s Grey Lynn is slowly crumbling away.

Its owners, the United Church of Tonga, claim the land’s significance as home to the first Tongan congregation in New Zealand is being neglected by Auckland Council, in favour of its history as an orphanage, preventing the site from being developed.

Because of the building's status as a category one historic place and a stalemate with Auckland Council, Carlile House cannot be repaired or demolished.

However, the situation has recently become of higher concern to both parties, following the recent partial collapse of the building’s roof.

Click 'read more' for the full story.

1304 days ago

Do your curtains & blinds need a professional clean?

The Team from Textile Cleaning Services

Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, … View more
Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, drapes and blinds across Auckland for over 25 years, Textile Cleaning is highly recommended!
Find out more

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1307 days ago

$99 cut & colour new client offer

Nicole - Carolyn - Lisa - Hannah and Nixi from Hairnow on Apollo Ltd

Are you looking for a new hairdresser with years of experience? We welcome all new client’s to enjoy our $99 colour & cut offer and are super excited that 3 new very talented senior stylist Seba, Rochelle & Haylee have all joined our Hairnow family. Appointments available today. Call … View moreAre you looking for a new hairdresser with years of experience? We welcome all new client’s to enjoy our $99 colour & cut offer and are super excited that 3 new very talented senior stylist Seba, Rochelle & Haylee have all joined our Hairnow family. Appointments available today. Call now to make your time 478 5379. Or book on-line www.hairnow.co.nz...

1305 days ago

Māori carving found in bushes after being stolen from Auckland apartment building

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A “treasured” Māori carving stolen from an apartment building has been found in bushes not far away.

The carving was stolen from the Fernz Motel and Apartments in Birkenhead, on Auckland’s North Shore, on April 28.

A man was captured on CCTV taking the “unique” piece, then leaving on … View more
A “treasured” Māori carving stolen from an apartment building has been found in bushes not far away.

The carving was stolen from the Fernz Motel and Apartments in Birkenhead, on Auckland’s North Shore, on April 28.

A man was captured on CCTV taking the “unique” piece, then leaving on an e-scooter.

It was found by a member of public over the weekend and has been returned to its owners, police said.

An investigation into the theft is continuing, and police are appealing for the public to help identify the man seen on CCTV.

He was wearing a grey hoodie over white overalls when he was caught on camera just after 5am.

“Why would someone be wearing these distinctive white overalls early in the morning?” detective constable Alistair Harford said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 105, quoting file number 210428/9644.

Go here to see the video footage:

www.stuff.co.nz...

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1305 days ago

Are you our next Houseplant Hero?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Have you got New Zealand‘s best collection of houseplants?
We’re searching for indoor plant obsessives who have created impressive urban jungles… and there’s some great prizes to be won!

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1306 days ago

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View more
Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund ground-breaking work by some of our country’s top breast cancer researchers, educate people about breast health, and provide free support services for breast cancer patients and their families.

What are you waiting for! Sign up today.
Find out more

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1306 days ago

Cleaner wanted

Shelley Anne from Mairangi Bay

Do you have a can do attitude?
Show your initiative and high attention to detail?
Join an inclusive team that is respectful and reliable.
We are seeking reliable cleaners to provide a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene for our customers.
Contact Shelley
email- cleanforlease@gmail.com
mobile- … View more
Do you have a can do attitude?
Show your initiative and high attention to detail?
Join an inclusive team that is respectful and reliable.
We are seeking reliable cleaners to provide a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene for our customers.
Contact Shelley
email- cleanforlease@gmail.com
mobile- 0211595372

1307 days ago

WARNING! Herbicide spraying in Centennial Park Bush

Carolyn from Forrest Hill

On Thursday I took the 4 grandchildren for a walk through the Centennial Bush only to find a notice at the lower entrance that Council were Spraying with Herbicides!!!!! We left quickly .. I do not wish to have my Grandchildren exposed to dangerous Herbicides!!!
Why are the Council spraying … View more
On Thursday I took the 4 grandchildren for a walk through the Centennial Bush only to find a notice at the lower entrance that Council were Spraying with Herbicides!!!!! We left quickly .. I do not wish to have my Grandchildren exposed to dangerous Herbicides!!!
Why are the Council spraying within this beautiful park and native bush.... the only place we can go for some relief from the "soup" of pollution out in the world we live in!!
I thought this was a safe sanctuary to go to help our bodies breathe in the fresh oxygen and lovely energy from all the trees and enjoy the bird song!!
Surely the council could arrange and pay for people to constantly go through the bush weeding and clearing!!.

And the Council in its wisdom decides to spray during school holidays when families are out and about in our neighbourhoods!


How long does this poison lay around and poison our dogs and children??? This is insane to spray in this beautiful park and bush.



Info on Herbicides. When inhaled, many herbicides can cause serious damage and irritation to the respiratory tract. The nose, throat, lungs and sinuses may be affected, causing either temporary symptoms or permanent structural damage. www.bing.com...


The Dangers of Herbicides

The dangers of these chemicals can be far reaching beyond any acute symptoms of initial exposure. Unfortunately, the price paid to eliminate undesirable plant-life can come at the cost of your health. It may take years of exposure to these chemicals before you develop symptoms but when these symptoms manifest, they can be devastating.

Toxic herbicides can cause damage to your reproductive system, nervous system, increase your risk of cancer, and irreparably harm your liver and kidneys. Because these effects are not always immediate and the symptoms themselves aren’t noticed until there is great damage done, the dangers of herbicides should not be dismissed lightly.

These chemicals can also affect the health of your unborn child, increasing risks of miscarriage and birth defects. darbi.org...



Herbicides are used to kill weeds and other undesirable plants. There are many different types of herbicides, all of which can be dangerous to humans or the environment if used irresponsibly. Paraquat, atrazine and Agent Orange are among the most well-known herbicides, but there are many others. Herbicides may cause harm by acute poisoning or long-term, cumulative exposure, with side effects ranging from mild to deadly. Understanding the side effects of herbicides can help to prevent unnecessary harm if you are exposed to these substances. >From healthfully.com...


When are we going to learn to stop putting poisons into the atmosphere and into the earth!! Exposure to herbicides are not as harmless as the producers of these chemicals would like you to believe. Some of the most commonly used ingredients in herbicides have been linked to significant health risks.
Take care all.

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