Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2845 days ago

Congratulations to our First Aid Kit winners

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be … View more
We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be damaged or blocked, so include walking.
- Don't wait for an official warning, there may not be time in a local source tsunami.
- Remember long OR strong, get gone.

Visit www.happens.nz... to work out what you will do.

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2845 days ago

FREE local presentations - come along

Debi from Clevedon

What Topic presentation starting this month - everyday topics that add value to your life. Simply book through the Facebook page and follow the link to Eventbright or call Debi 021 953 567

Free

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2846 days ago

Supersave on school travel with AT HOP (Age 5-19 years)

The Team from Auckland Transport

Buy & register your child's AT HOP card and save

Terms of use for AT HOP cards are available at AT.govt.nz/athop

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2846 days ago

Slow down around schools

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

The faster you go, the less time you have to react and stop, slow down around schools. Find out more about road safety around schools here: AT.govt.nz/driving-parking/safer-communities-roads-schools/road-safety/road-safety-around-schools

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2846 days ago

Community Grants and Funding 2017

Communications from Franklin Local Board

Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health… View more
Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health and wellbeing, environment.
Applications for Quick Response Grants: 13 Feb - 10 Mar

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2847 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Do you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare package as a lovely 'Thank you!'

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2847 days ago

Glenbrook Vintage Railway

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

It was a joy to celebrate Auckland's 177th Anniversary at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. The lovely people from the GVR invited me to launch their new rail turntable. I went along with my Dad who did his time as an apprentice fitter and turner in the railway workshops both before and after … View moreIt was a joy to celebrate Auckland's 177th Anniversary at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. The lovely people from the GVR invited me to launch their new rail turntable. I went along with my Dad who did his time as an apprentice fitter and turner in the railway workshops both before and after WW2.

I got to shovel coal into the boiler of JA 1250 and take the ride down to Waiuku. Steam locomotives are a living breathing thing; dirtier and smellier than our trains today, but a great experience and significant part of our history.

Congratulations to the 150 volunteers that make the Glenbrook experience what it is. I encourage locals in the Franklin Ward area - and Auckland in general - to visit.

2847 days ago

What a weekend!

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

I hope you all had a fantastic Auckland Anniversary Weekend, and enjoyed our city's stunning natural environment. I saw some very busy beaches and parks as I made my way around to a number of events, and it was great to see Aucklanders making the most of the sunshine.

I was lucky enough … View more
I hope you all had a fantastic Auckland Anniversary Weekend, and enjoyed our city's stunning natural environment. I saw some very busy beaches and parks as I made my way around to a number of events, and it was great to see Aucklanders making the most of the sunshine.

I was lucky enough to watch the Black Caps thrilling victory over the Aussies at Eden Park yesterday, and to meet cricketing legend Sir Richard Hadlee. It was a real pleasure!

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2847 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #11 - Meet a new neighbour

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to … View more
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
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Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!

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2847 days ago

Interested in a career in building control, consents and inspections?

Future Skills Academy

There is a high demand in Auckland for capable building professionals to work in the construction industry and within Auckland Council. Would you like to be a part of the solution to Auckland’s building crisis?

Join the sector now and earn top dollars! Future Skills offers the NZ Diploma in … View more
There is a high demand in Auckland for capable building professionals to work in the construction industry and within Auckland Council. Would you like to be a part of the solution to Auckland’s building crisis?

Join the sector now and earn top dollars! Future Skills offers the NZ Diploma in Building Surveying in Manukau or Auckland CBD. Call 0800 577 784 now or click below to find out more! Kick-start your career in Building Surveying today!
Learn more

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2848 days ago

Slow down around schools

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Schools are back this week, that means 40km/h school speed zones are in force throughout Auckland before and after school, on school days: ow.ly...

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2851 days ago

today - fill a bag

Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

Friday 27th only - fill a shopping bag with clothes for just $2 - Head on down to The Vintage Store in Papatoetoe to grab a bag of bargains!!
3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe open 10-4 today.

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2851 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #10 - Save posts

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View more
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'

2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'

3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
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2852 days ago

Auckland Walk Challenge

The Team from Auckland Transport

Register your team for a fun FREE walking challenge this March. Be in to win great prizes as you walk the virtual length of NZ.

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