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Win a brand new home!

Win a brand new home!

For just $15, you could win a fully furnished home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million. Buy your tickets today!

2259 days ago

Book in advance and SAVE!

Auckland Zoo

Hello neighbours! Have we got a roaring deal for you! SAVE up to 20% off your next zoo visit when you book in advance online.

Adult tickets now $19 - this offer is only available online.

Majestic new male lions, cotton-top tamarin and spider monkey babies, and a recent extension to our Africa… View more
Hello neighbours! Have we got a roaring deal for you! SAVE up to 20% off your next zoo visit when you book in advance online.

Adult tickets now $19 - this offer is only available online.

Majestic new male lions, cotton-top tamarin and spider monkey babies, and a recent extension to our Africa precinct are just some exciting reasons to visit Auckland Zoo these October school holidays!

From your friends at
Auckland Zoo
Book online here!

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2259 days ago

Have a go at lawn bowls

The Team from Auckland Bowls

October is lawn bowls “Have A Go” month where bowling clubs throughout Auckland open their doors for you to try the sport for free.

Lawn bowls is one of the few sports that can be played for a lifetime irrespective of age, gender, culture or physical ability and is a great way to meet with … View more
October is lawn bowls “Have A Go” month where bowling clubs throughout Auckland open their doors for you to try the sport for free.

Lawn bowls is one of the few sports that can be played for a lifetime irrespective of age, gender, culture or physical ability and is a great way to meet with new people.

Our friendly clubs welcome new players and people that just want to "have a go" can try the sport through a wide range of social bowling programmes during summer. To find out more visit your local club or the Play Bowls website
Find out more!

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2260 days ago

Hunters Corner Fire Truck Muster

Hunters Corner Town Centre

The Hunters Corner Fire Truck Muster will be held on the 29th September 2018 in the Kolmar Sports Centre car park at 295 Great South Road, Papatoetoe.

From 9.00am – 2.00pm there will be a static display of vintage, quirky and modern fire fighting vehicles. At 2.00pm there will be a parade down… View more
The Hunters Corner Fire Truck Muster will be held on the 29th September 2018 in the Kolmar Sports Centre car park at 295 Great South Road, Papatoetoe.

From 9.00am – 2.00pm there will be a static display of vintage, quirky and modern fire fighting vehicles. At 2.00pm there will be a parade down Great South Road from the Kolmar Sports Centre to Maxwell Avenue.

There will be a miniature model display and kids' activities organised by the Historical Society.

Come dressed as a firefighter and be in to win a spot prize!

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2260 days ago

Enrol now at Aorere College for 2019

Aorere College

Hi neighbours - It's time to enrol at Aorere College for 2019. The Aorere College 2018 student roll is at 1,550 - it has never been higher!

Academic achievement:
• 65% overall pass rate across all three NCEA levels in 2015, 2016, 2017, including 2 scholarships. (Best ever results).
• … View more
Hi neighbours - It's time to enrol at Aorere College for 2019. The Aorere College 2018 student roll is at 1,550 - it has never been higher!

Academic achievement:
• 65% overall pass rate across all three NCEA levels in 2015, 2016, 2017, including 2 scholarships. (Best ever results).
• Currently learning pathways are diverse and personalised (tertiary links) (Years 12 & 13)
• 2017 Education Perfect Competition: Mathematics 4th in NZ
• 2015 - 2017 Education Perfect Competition: Science and Social Sciences top 10 in NZ

Learning environment and student development:
• Students learn in a fully wireless, modern learning environment. Teachers encourage students to bring their own technology devices to support learning
• Focus on AO WAY (Attitude, Organisation)
• Personalised Learning Pathways
• X Curricular and flexible options and subject choices

Culture:
• Annual Exchange with Jishukan High School in Japan.
• Boys’ and Girls’ Choirs, School Band, Barbershop Quartet, Dance, Performing Arts, Poetry Club, Aorere ‘Film Academy’, Hawaiian Cultural Exchange programme, Six Cultural Groups (with consistently high results both regionally and nationally).
• 2016 School Production ‘Parting Stage’ (1st School Production to be commercially hosted by Auckland Live). 2018 ‘Daily WhiteToast’ (Auckland Live).
• 2017 Dance - Megaschools Hip Hop National Champions.
• 2017 Music - Pacifica Beats Band & Barbershop Quartet National Champions.
• 2018 Dance – GenX Champions.

Sports achievements:
•The only Counties/ Manukau school which has teams in Premier Rugby, Netball, and Rugby League competitions.
• 2014/ 2016 Counties/Manukau Sport’s College of the Year.
• 2015 Junior Girls’ Auckland Volleyball Champions
• 2015/ 2016 1st XV National Co-EducationalTop 4
• 2016 Senior Boys Auckland Rugby 7’s Championship
•2016 Girls U15 Rugby 7 National Finalists
• 2016 Under 14 Rugby Auckland Championship
• 2016 Premier Girls Netball & Volleyball Nationals - Top 10
• 2018 Currently 4 premier sports teams in the most elite Auckland competitions (1st XV Rugby, 1st XIII League, Senior Girls’ Volleyball and Netball)
• 2017 Under 15, 17 and 19 Basketball teams all Counties/Manukau finalists
•There has never been a higher involvement of students and staff

Enrolment information available on our website www.aorere.ac.nz/enrolments or contact us on 09 278 5608 to find out how you can enrol your child for 2019.

NB: School tours are available at 11:45 on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Enrol here!

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2261 days ago

We know cars so you don't have to

AA Motoring

- All makes and models including European
- Fixed-price vehicle servicing from $159
- Warrant of fitness
- Mechanical repairs and vehicle inspections
- Suspension, clutches, cambelts
- Battery charge, loan or replacement
- Diagnostic engine & component scans
- Brake inspections and … View more
- All makes and models including European
- Fixed-price vehicle servicing from $159
- Warrant of fitness
- Mechanical repairs and vehicle inspections
- Suspension, clutches, cambelts
- Battery charge, loan or replacement
- Diagnostic engine & component scans
- Brake inspections and repairs
- We can reset service lights
- If it's car stuff, we can do it!

Give us a call on 09 238 6566 and check out our website for more information.
Find out more!

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2262 days ago

Can design win over styling on The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, who are you backing to win The Block NZ?

Auckland locals Ben and Tom wowed the judges in kitchen week and have made some impressive structural changes to their house, but a tried and tested Trade Me formula is predicting their rivals will win the live final - and it's not who… View more
Hey neighbours, who are you backing to win The Block NZ?

Auckland locals Ben and Tom wowed the judges in kitchen week and have made some impressive structural changes to their house, but a tried and tested Trade Me formula is predicting their rivals will win the live final - and it's not who you'd think!

Find out who it is and why they're being tipped to win, here, then let us know who you're backing to win and why you think they deserve it.

2262 days ago

Poll: Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The annual refugee quota will lift from 1000 to 1500 by July 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week. Before 2016 the refugee quota sat static at 750 for 30 years, well behind many other western nations. The National Government then raised it to 1000. Is it enough?

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Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?
  • 19% Yes, we should take more
    19% Complete
  • 18.2% No, 1500 is enough
    18.2% Complete
  • 58.1% No - we shouldn't be taking so many
    58.1% Complete
  • 3.6% Don't mind either way
    3.6% Complete
  • 1.1% No opinion
    1.1% Complete
4134 votes
2264 days ago

Will Ola help you get around Auckland easier?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Auckland within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.

Will … View more
Hi neighbours,

Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Auckland within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.

Will this new service help you get around the City of Sails? Or will you stick to using the bus? Let us know your thoughts in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff.)

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2262 days ago
2262 days ago

We're proud to support CanTeen.

Warehouse Stationery

When young people are living with cancer, education tends to take a back seat. Help young people get their education back on track by donating to CanTeen at your local Warehouse Stationery store today.

Warehouse Stationery, partnering with you for a better community.
Find out more

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2262 days ago

Spring clean your curtains! 20% off!

Kerry Taylor from

Hi neighbours. Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we'll give them a professional clean for you. Pick them up and get 20% off!

Mildew and mould spores proliferate in winter and have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family's health and … View more
Hi neighbours. Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we'll give them a professional clean for you. Pick them up and get 20% off!

Mildew and mould spores proliferate in winter and have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family's health and have your curtains cleaned by Textile Cleaning Services.

We're specialists in mildew and stain removal from curtains. We take care of thermals, Romans and Austrians too.

Open Saturday mornings, 9 am - 12 noon, for your convenience. Temporary curtains available at no charge.

For a FREE quote phone: 09 473 5350.
Find out more!

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2262 days ago
2262 days ago

Make sure these 10 items go in your recycling bin every time

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Take the test and find out what items should always go in your recycling bin.

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2262 days ago

The fight to save our forests

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Native trees are under threat from harmful pathogens. Find out what you can do to help.

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