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Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

2351 days ago

Auckland overnight motorway closures

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency has posted a list of the overnight closures for motorway improvements which will run from July 1-7. These include George Bolt Memorial Drive, Southwestern Motorway, Upper Harbour Motorway, Northwestern Motorway, Southern Motorway and Northern Motorway. … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency has posted a list of the overnight closures for motorway improvements which will run from July 1-7. These include George Bolt Memorial Drive, Southwestern Motorway, Upper Harbour Motorway, Northwestern Motorway, Southern Motorway and Northern Motorway. Click here to check the dates and locations.

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. During these times, please follow the signposted detours.

Source: NZTA
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2351 days ago

Have your say on the Facility Partnerships Policy

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Council has released a new draft Facility Partnerships Policy which focuses on delivering more community facilities and building stronger partnerships with community organisations.

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2352 days ago

How will the new 10-year transport plan affect you?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Auckland,

What do you think about the Government's new 10-year transport plan? Although the rest of the country is set to benefit from transport investment, it's a double-whammy for Aucklanders. Locals will now have to face petrol price hikes as well as the newly approved regional … View more
Hey Auckland,

What do you think about the Government's new 10-year transport plan? Although the rest of the country is set to benefit from transport investment, it's a double-whammy for Aucklanders. Locals will now have to face petrol price hikes as well as the newly approved regional fuel tax.

How will this affect you and your family? Are you for or against the new plan? Will the petrol price hikes force you to use more public transport? Let us know in the replies!

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2351 days ago

IT'S TIME TO THINK BIG

Walker & Hall

Time for a grand gesture? Looking for an unforgettable surprise that will sweep her off her feet? We’d love to help!

Visit us at Walker & Hall Silverdale and we will inspire you with an amazing collection of impressive rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces including this dazzling … View more
Time for a grand gesture? Looking for an unforgettable surprise that will sweep her off her feet? We’d love to help!

Visit us at Walker & Hall Silverdale and we will inspire you with an amazing collection of impressive rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces including this dazzling 2.01ct Diamond Cosmopolitan ring, was $31,640 NOW $23,990.

Come in and view Cosmopolitan and our other sparkling pieces today!

We look forward to seeing you soon,
Lorraine & the team at Walker & Hall Silverdale
See more jewellery online

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2352 days ago

How will the new fuel tax affect you?

Rhonwyn Newson Reporter from Rodney Times

Transport Minister Phil Twyford says looming fuel taxes have been "carefully designed" to minimise the impact on families, but opponents say they hit the poor four times harder than the rich.

What about Rodney residents who commute for work? How will you be affected?

Let us know in … View more
Transport Minister Phil Twyford says looming fuel taxes have been "carefully designed" to minimise the impact on families, but opponents say they hit the poor four times harder than the rich.

What about Rodney residents who commute for work? How will you be affected?

Let us know in the comments. Please write NFP (Not For Print if you don't want your comment published in print.)

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2352 days ago

Open Home Sunday 12.00-12.30pm

Victoria from Victoria Cherrington Barfoot & Thompson Orewa

8/126 Whangaparaoa Road, Red Beach. Enjoy this solid masonry stylish townhouse in popular Red Beach. Set in a gated environment with picture perfect park-like grounds.

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2353 days ago

Poll: Do you think schoolchildren should fundraise by selling chocolates?

Renee Clayton Reporter from Rodney Times

Most of the time when children are fundraising you will see them knocking on doors selling chocolates.

Go get it www.gogetit.co.nz... have come up with a new imitative where children sell AA and AAA batteries instead of promoting chocolate.

What are your thoughts on this?
Do you think … View more
Most of the time when children are fundraising you will see them knocking on doors selling chocolates.

Go get it www.gogetit.co.nz... have come up with a new imitative where children sell AA and AAA batteries instead of promoting chocolate.

What are your thoughts on this?
Do you think schoolchildren should fundraise by selling chocolates?

Add your comments below and put NFP (not for print) if you do not wish to be quoted.

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Do you think schoolchildren should fundraise by selling chocolates?
  • 80.6% Yes - I think chocolates are fine.
    80.6% Complete
  • 19.4% No - I think selling batteries is a much better and healthier option.
    19.4% Complete
72 votes
2352 days ago

If you're flying today - you might be delayed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Passengers travelling on all flights at Auckland Airport domestic terminal were off-loaded from their planes after a security breach this morning.

Aviation Security has started re-screening passengers but there will be flight delays. Please check with your airline to see whether your flight is … View more
Passengers travelling on all flights at Auckland Airport domestic terminal were off-loaded from their planes after a security breach this morning.

Aviation Security has started re-screening passengers but there will be flight delays. Please check with your airline to see whether your flight is affected.

Read the full story here.
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2352 days ago

Buy next door to your best friend!

Settlers Albany Lifestyle Village

Two prime townhouses, side by side – available now! We have two fabulous three-bedroom townhouses available, spacious and well-appointed with the added bonus of a single garage. In a Settlers first, these homes are right next door to each other – perfect if you want to buy with your best … View moreTwo prime townhouses, side by side – available now! We have two fabulous three-bedroom townhouses available, spacious and well-appointed with the added bonus of a single garage. In a Settlers first, these homes are right next door to each other – perfect if you want to buy with your best friend.

Completely refurbished with; double glazing, two heat pumps - one in the lounge and one in the master bedroom, guarantees you will be kept cosy during the colder months, in fact, you may never want to leave home. But if you do, our amazing Lodge facilities are right on your doorstep.

To view any of these properties please contact Rosalie Pearson, Sales & Marketing Manager:

rosalie.pearson@settlersalbany.co.nz
0800 102 652
DDI: 09 448 0705
550 Albany Highway, Albany
Learn more

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2355 days ago

Are there pick up and drop off issues at your kid's school?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Does your local school have limited parking and traffic chaos at pick up and drop off time? Parents at Red Beach School have started a petition asking Auckland Transport to free up parking space.

Is parking an issue you've come across in your community? What do you think … View more
Hi neighbours,

Does your local school have limited parking and traffic chaos at pick up and drop off time? Parents at Red Beach School have started a petition asking Auckland Transport to free up parking space.

Is parking an issue you've come across in your community? What do you think needs to be done to resolve any school gate chaos? Let us know in the replies! To read more, click here. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff.)

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2354 days ago

Tips for starting your own pest-control group

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Our top tips for starting a pest-control group in your neighbourhood.

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