Red Hill, Papakura

1945 days ago

When was the last time you wrote a letter by hand?

The Team from Auckland Museum

Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited … View more
Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited paper available the technique of 'crossed letters' was adopted.

The writer would turn the page ninety degrees after finishing a page and add a second layer of text.

Read more about this fascinating writing form here.
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1946 days ago
1947 days ago

Poll: Is Auckland a great city for tourists?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hello neighbours,

After journalist Brook Sabin wrote on Stuff that Auckland's Queen St is a disappointment for visiting tourists, fellow travel writer Jake Howie came to our largest city's defence.

Read Brook's opinion piece: stuff.co.nz...
Read Jake's response: … View more
Hello neighbours,

After journalist Brook Sabin wrote on Stuff that Auckland's Queen St is a disappointment for visiting tourists, fellow travel writer Jake Howie came to our largest city's defence.

Read Brook's opinion piece: stuff.co.nz...
Read Jake's response: stuff.co.nz...

Who do you agree with?

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Is Auckland a great city for tourists?
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 58.5% No
    58.5% Complete
501 votes
1946 days ago

Take a closer look

Triton Hearing

Make an appointment at Triton Hearing today to experience the very best hearing technology, and you’ll access a FREE premium upgrade*valued at $2,000 when you purchase PremiumPlus devices before October 31st 2019.

Come in and talk to the team for a FREE, no-obligation consultation on how the … View more
Make an appointment at Triton Hearing today to experience the very best hearing technology, and you’ll access a FREE premium upgrade*valued at $2,000 when you purchase PremiumPlus devices before October 31st 2019.

Come in and talk to the team for a FREE, no-obligation consultation on how the latest hearing technology could make a real difference in your life!

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1947 days ago

Choices Flooring’s Inspiring Choices Magazine

Choices Flooring

Choices Flooring’s Inspiring Choices Magazine is out NOW!

There’s lots to consider when renovating your home. From choosing the right flooring to revamping your interior décor style. The right colour, texture and style will have a huge impact on the look of your home.

And to help you, … View more
Choices Flooring’s Inspiring Choices Magazine is out NOW!

There’s lots to consider when renovating your home. From choosing the right flooring to revamping your interior décor style. The right colour, texture and style will have a huge impact on the look of your home.

And to help you, the Choices Flooring Inspiring Choices Magazine - Renovators issue is out now. With 68 pages packed full of hints, tips and ideas to inspire you.

And a chance to win $5,000 toward your Reno.

Visit Choices Flooring East Tamaki to get your FREE copy, 3/107 Harris Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, New Zealand
Find out more

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1948 days ago

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Ron Houben from

Exceed Franklin have local experienced technicians to service & repair your doors & windows. Call now 0800 25 25 00 or check out our website www.exceed.co.nz...

Doors ~ Windows ~ Locks ~ Hinges ~ Handles

1948 days ago

Want to promote your services on Neighbourly?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly is a great place to get extra profile for your product or business -
but commercial messaging without a Business profile is a Neighbourly no-no.

To advertise your services you need to set up a Premium Business Listing.

Whether you're a local tradie, a massage therapist, a … View more
Neighbourly is a great place to get extra profile for your product or business -
but commercial messaging without a Business profile is a Neighbourly no-no.

To advertise your services you need to set up a Premium Business Listing.

Whether you're a local tradie, a massage therapist, a life coach or a computer fixer-upperer, if you're making money from the service you're offering and/or are a registered business, a Neighbourly business profile is for you!

Your services can then be found in the local Business Directory on Neighbourly - a one-stop shop of businesses, tradies and services in your community.

Find out more about setting up your business profile here.

If you’re unsure whether a business profile is for you, check out our Help section, or feel free to contact us.
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1949 days ago

30 Player Simultaneous Exhibition

Ron from Papakura

Franklin Chess Club Pukekohe
Hi all our 30 player Simul against the visiting Bulgarian Grandmaster Dejan Bojkov went Brilliantly the GM scored 29.5 to .5 in our Simul , the same GM is back in January next year and we will play him again the GM played at least 72 games whilst in New Zealand and won … View more
Franklin Chess Club Pukekohe
Hi all our 30 player Simul against the visiting Bulgarian Grandmaster Dejan Bojkov went Brilliantly the GM scored 29.5 to .5 in our Simul , the same GM is back in January next year and we will play him again the GM played at least 72 games whilst in New Zealand and won them all except one which ended in a draw young Xxavier from Waiuku College (at our Simul in Pukekohe) managed the only positive result of vthe GM`s tour by battling to a very meritorious draw against the GM so Dejan`s overall score was 71.5 to .5 !.
Attached is a Group Simul pic taken before battle commenced. Thanks for the Great pics Hilton!
Also you are more than Welcome to come and have a squizz at our OTB Franklin Chess Club setup, we are currently meet on the first Thursday of each month (except January) at 7pm upstairs in the Stevenson Room at the Pukekohe Library but as from the 13th February we will meet at the Pukekohe High School on the first Thursday of each Month at 7pm
Cheers
Ron
ron-lanning@xtra.co.nz

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1949 days ago

#FoodogprahyNZ

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Rangitoto Meringue Puff with matcha hue, caramel lava, marshmallow, caramelised popcorn ‘basalt’ rocks and chocolate shortbread ‘earth’. An Auckland story on a plate. #foodographynz

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1949 days ago

Tidy Toddler

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Keep it sweet and simple when it comes to keeping your toddler’s bedroom tidy. This toy box created out of a wooden crate is a clever idea for storing toys and books – and it looks great, too.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out howView more
Keep it sweet and simple when it comes to keeping your toddler’s bedroom tidy. This toy box created out of a wooden crate is a clever idea for storing toys and books – and it looks great, too.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1960 days ago

One man's special volunteer job at Auckland Airport

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Meet the man who has considered Auckland Airport his second home for over 20 years.

Twice a week, 86-year-old Les Featherstone takes a taxi to the International Terminal where he volunteers for four-and-a-half hours as an airport ambassador, or Bluecoat.

Twenty-four years is a … View more
Hi neighbours,

Meet the man who has considered Auckland Airport his second home for over 20 years.

Twice a week, 86-year-old Les Featherstone takes a taxi to the International Terminal where he volunteers for four-and-a-half hours as an airport ambassador, or Bluecoat.

Twenty-four years is a long time to hold down one job, especially as a volunteer, but Featherstone says signing up was the best thing he's ever done.

In recent times, the airport has taken on a new meaning for him following the death of his wife last month.

Do you plan to volunteer once you retire? What would be your dream role?

To read more, click here.

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1949 days ago

Old Holden – New Home!

rethinking.space

rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each … View more
rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each apartment an electric scooter.

We’re also offering a vehicle ‘trade-in’ option to help you get that much closer to owning your own home!

These apartments will be completed by end 2019 and only require a 10% deposit. 1 beds start at $455k & 2 beds at $559k.

Get in touch with any questions or to organise a showroom viewing.

Christiana Ngawati
rethinking.space Sales Consultant
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1950 days ago

Red Cross Journey 2019

The Team from New Zealand Red Cross

Red Cross Journey 2019 registrations are now open!
Grab your neighbours, friends, whānau and sign up to the challenge.

This is the perfect opportunity to boost your mood, improve your energy and best of all, help people in need in your communities and overseas.

Walk, run, dance, jump, or… View more
Red Cross Journey 2019 registrations are now open!
Grab your neighbours, friends, whānau and sign up to the challenge.

This is the perfect opportunity to boost your mood, improve your energy and best of all, help people in need in your communities and overseas.

Walk, run, dance, jump, or hop 10,000 steps a day and learn about global and local events and get to know real people who have been affected by disaster or conflict. Your fundraising efforts will go towards helping others, just like the people you will learn about.

Registrations are now open!

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1951 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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1965 days ago

Owner's warning after dog nearly dies after eating rat poison

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

An Auckland dog owner is warning of the dangers rat bait can cause after her beloved pet nearly died after ingesting it twice.

Tracy Leach said her 8-year-old golden retriever Daisy first got sick about four weeks ago on their rural property in Glenbrook, south of Auckland.

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Hi neighbours,

An Auckland dog owner is warning of the dangers rat bait can cause after her beloved pet nearly died after ingesting it twice.

Tracy Leach said her 8-year-old golden retriever Daisy first got sick about four weeks ago on their rural property in Glenbrook, south of Auckland.

She bounced back pretty quickly but Leach started to notice she was vomiting constantly and consuming a lot of water - causing her to take Daisy back to the vet.

To read more click here

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