Karaka, Papakura

Have a browse...

Have a browse...

Check out what your neighbours are selling (or giving away!) here.

1369 days ago

Tell us about a local business that makes your day?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s … View moreWe all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s payback time!

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes (T&C’s apply).

Every nominated business receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® gift card for the business (and one for the nominator too) and a 12-month Premium Business listing on Neighbourly (valued at $399). The National winner receives $2,500 cash prize from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Learn more

Image
1370 days ago

Get your Valentine's goodies in store + 10% off...

Paddock to Pantry

Hi Neighbours,

Come see us in store for your last minute Valentine's gifts - we have fresh flowers, delicious chocolate, bubbles, balloons and more! We can also make you up a gift basket filled with your loved one's favourite treats.

To top that off, we've had a delivery of … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Come see us in store for your last minute Valentine's gifts - we have fresh flowers, delicious chocolate, bubbles, balloons and more! We can also make you up a gift basket filled with your loved one's favourite treats.

To top that off, we've had a delivery of fresh and delicious strawberries, perfect for this beautiful sunshine!
Come grab a punnet or order one of our fresh baskets online and receive $5 off!

www.paddocktopantry.co.nz...

1370 days ago

Pioneering a new way of living

There’s a new generation pioneering what it means to be living in retirement. They’re making the most of every moment, trying new things and rediscovering passions that were lost when responsibilities took over.

They’re busy enjoying newfound independence and relaxing into creativity.
We … View more
There’s a new generation pioneering what it means to be living in retirement. They’re making the most of every moment, trying new things and rediscovering passions that were lost when responsibilities took over.

They’re busy enjoying newfound independence and relaxing into creativity.
We want to help them do it. That’s why we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.
Find out more

Image
1371 days ago

Level 3 Family Luncheon

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

The End of Foundation Cookery Semester 1 is celebrated with a luncheon prepared for our students family and whānau.
The menu featured gazpacho, tarakihi and finished with this spectacular pavlova and berries.
Read the full story on our blog.

1371 days ago

Ecovac for sale

Grace from Takanini

Ecovac Deebot 600 for sale only used once box and charger included

Price: $199

1372 days ago

Where did all the waterbeds go?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Did you have - or do you still have - a Waterbed? I hunted high and low for someone who still used one of the originals, but couldn't find a soul who'd own up to it.
What do you think about these wonderfully kitsch pieces of retro bedroom decor?

Image
1371 days ago

Who did this?

Trish Jarvis from The Treeman Ltd

My Kowhai tree is showing the usual signs of an annual visitor with the tips of the tree void of leaves.
The visitor is the native Kowhai Moth Caterpillar, and it has been known to completely strip a Kowhai tree of all its foliage. Unless the tree is very young, in most cases there is little … View more
My Kowhai tree is showing the usual signs of an annual visitor with the tips of the tree void of leaves.
The visitor is the native Kowhai Moth Caterpillar, and it has been known to completely strip a Kowhai tree of all its foliage. Unless the tree is very young, in most cases there is little long-term damage to the tree. Nature is pretty awesome and the tree will soon produce masses of fresh new growth, but it might be a little unsightly for a few weeks.
Sometimes I will give the tree a good shake, and the little critters will just fall off and give the tree a reprieve. You can use neem oil if it’s proving to be a major problem, but don’t worry too much, Kowhai trees and the caterpillars have been living together for many years.

Image
1374 days ago

Poll: Will this bird house get higher as the tree grows?

Trish Jarvis from The Treeman Ltd

How much do you know about how a tree grows?

Image
Will this bird house get higher as the tree grows?
  • 31.8% Yes, it will get higher
    31.8% Complete
  • 68.2% No, It will stay in the same place
    68.2% Complete
22 votes
1371 days ago

Final Push for Rail Replacement: Southern Line

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Trains will not run on Saturdays and Sundays between Papakura and Pukekohe until the end of March as KiwiRail finishes repairing worn rail on the Southern line.

The Pukekohe line is the final section of the Auckland rail network that needs re-railing since KiwiRail began urgent work on the tracks … View more
Trains will not run on Saturdays and Sundays between Papakura and Pukekohe until the end of March as KiwiRail finishes repairing worn rail on the Southern line.

The Pukekohe line is the final section of the Auckland rail network that needs re-railing since KiwiRail began urgent work on the tracks in August, said KiwiRail chief operating officer Todd Moyle.

“We know train users on this line typically travel longer distances so we have planned our work for weekends and evenings to avoid interrupting their weekday travel plans.

“To maximise productivity for KiwiRail teams working on the line, freight trains will also not run on weekends during the day."

Trains resumed running on the Eastern line this week after a two-week closure to replace worn rail track and sleepers.

Rail replacement work between Swanson and Papakura has been brought to fruition meaning trains can return to their 10-minute frequencies during peak times across the Auckland network.

Staff are working at night to de-stress the new rail and carry out other finishing work to avoid impacting daytime services.

Go to www.kiwirail.co.nz... for more information.

Image
1378 days ago

We need your help, please

The Team from Red Cross Shop Takanini

Hi,
Thank you all so much for all the amazing furniture donations we received in the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, we are struggling with moving them around as we have an old lightweight flat trolley that isn’t designed for what we put it through.
Is there anyone out there who has a … View more
Hi,
Thank you all so much for all the amazing furniture donations we received in the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, we are struggling with moving them around as we have an old lightweight flat trolley that isn’t designed for what we put it through.
Is there anyone out there who has a FURNITURE TROLLEY and would be willing to donate it to the shop that we can Relove?
I’ll add a picture of the kind we dream of and keep my fingers crossed. Just leave a comment below or message us. Many thanks and have a great long weekend!

Image
1371 days ago

Our February SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now!

Office for Seniors

Our first SuperSeniors Newsletter of the year is out now!

This issue has information about a free driving course from Age Concern New Zealand and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, some advice from SPCA about pet ownership, a warning from Consumer NZ about a discount scheme being offered to … View more
Our first SuperSeniors Newsletter of the year is out now!

This issue has information about a free driving course from Age Concern New Zealand and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, some advice from SPCA about pet ownership, a warning from Consumer NZ about a discount scheme being offered to seniors, tips on how to look after your wellbeing and loads more.

Check it out and pass it on! bit.ly...

Want to subscribe? You can do so here: bit.ly...

Image
1371 days ago

Personalise a print!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Need a quick way to add colour to a room? Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print using a few Resene testpots and you can have a one of a kind pick me up for your wall.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your … View more
Need a quick way to add colour to a room? Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print using a few Resene testpots and you can have a one of a kind pick me up for your wall.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

Image
1371 days ago

Happy Friday neighbors

Bradley from Waiuku

Have an amazing Friday and enjoy the sunny weekend

Image
1372 days ago

Something special for your windows & doors this Valentine! - Exceed we fix windows & doors

Exceed - We Fix Windows & Doors

WIN A $200 Exceed voucher and give your windows & doors the love they deserve!

To be in the draw to win this Valentine´s treat for your windows & doors, simply:
-Tell us what problems you are having with your window or door
-Share our Valentine´s giveaway with a friend whose windows … View more
WIN A $200 Exceed voucher and give your windows & doors the love they deserve!

To be in the draw to win this Valentine´s treat for your windows & doors, simply:
-Tell us what problems you are having with your window or door
-Share our Valentine´s giveaway with a friend whose windows & doors are also in need of some TLC
-Like or Follow our page

Good luck to all participants!

T&C: Competition ends Sunday 14th February at midnight. One winner will be chosen from a random draw of entries received via Exceed´s Facebook, Instagram & Neighbourly pages. The winner will be contacted over private message. The winner will receive $200 voucher to use towards any of Exceed – we fix windows & doors services (window repairs, door repairs, window & door fly screens and hinged security screen doors). Voucher is only valid around NZ local areas serviced by Exceed Technicians.

Image
1374 days ago

Poll: Which photograph takes the cake?

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these… View more
Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these down to six brilliantly captured photographs in the running to win a Canon EOS camera.

You can hear more about these finalist entries on our blog, but judging is simple:
Cast your vote in the poll below before 3pm, February 11.

Which photograph takes the cake?
  • 42.5% Finalist 1: Ken Hansen (The beach)
    42.5% Complete
  • 11.8% Finalist 2: Tiana Golder (Mana Wāhine)
    11.8% Complete
  • 12.4% Finalist 3: Tom Mazey (Vintage cars)
    12.4% Complete
  • 7% Finalist 4: Vivian Gehrmann (On the farm)
    7% Complete
  • 16.6% Finalist 5: Stephane Dussau (Maori Battallion)
    16.6% Complete
  • 9.8% Finalist 6: Kate Henry (Kids playing)
    9.8% Complete
1332 votes
Top