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2257 days ago

Check out the winners!

Countdown

Thanks to everyone who entered our green tips competition—there were hundreds of fantastic tips, tricks, ideas and ways we can all help the environment. See the top ten tips here.

Find out more about Countdown's commitment to phasing-out single use plastic bags.
See the winners!

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2258 days ago

Poll: Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was debated.

But one debate is still ramping up - should the New Zealand Wars become a compulsory part of the curriculum? What do you think? Take part in our poll below!

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Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?
  • 33.6% Yes, it's an important part of our history
    33.6% Complete
  • 39.5% It should be taught, but shouldn't be compulsory
    39.5% Complete
  • 13.1% No, I'm against the idea
    13.1% Complete
  • 13.8% I'm for both te reo and the wars to be compulsory
    13.8% Complete
2408 votes
2258 days ago

Auckland Overnight motorway closures 16 to 22 September 2018

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 21st September 2018.

Closures will occur on the … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 21st September 2018.

Closures will occur on the Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (Sh1 & SH16), Southern Motorway (SH1), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20), George Bolt Memorial Drive (SH20A). Full details here.

Please follow the signposted detours. The Transport Agency thanks you for your co-operation during these essential improvements and maintenance.

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2258 days ago

Memo, Our Next West Auckland Linux eNthusiasts Network Meeting is this coming Thursday 20th Sep 2018 @ 6 PM @ Waitakere Central

Kevin from Henderson

On the Agenda, Linux Conversions, Progress, Prospects, Opportunities, Projects & if yoU've got a problem, that Needs Solving, then maybe We Can, or if not We'll Certainly BrainStorm it, C Ya there! :)K

Always on the 3rd Thirsday of the month :)

2258 days ago

Yummy authentic Thai food - NEW!

Divyaraj from Thai Chef's Restaurant Titirangi Auckland

Hello neighbours. We would like to invite you to experience authentic Thai food at our newly opened restaurant in Titirangi. Mention that you're a Neighbourly member and we'll take 10% off!

Our authentic Thai food is prepared fresh from quality ingredients and presented with … View more
Hello neighbours. We would like to invite you to experience authentic Thai food at our newly opened restaurant in Titirangi. Mention that you're a Neighbourly member and we'll take 10% off!

Our authentic Thai food is prepared fresh from quality ingredients and presented with sophisticated elegance in a stunning dining setting filled with all the richness of Thai colour, sound and art. Meals are served family-style so you can share the dining experience with your family, friends and neighbours!

Come join us for a rewarding dining experience offering the real taste of Thailand.

Thai Chef’s Titirangi | 400 Titirangi Road | Phone 09 817 5252
Look at our menu!

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2258 days ago

Could you foster?

Key Assets

New Zealand needs more foster carers, from all cultures and walks of life, to ensure every child in need is given their chance in life.

Your decision to foster could be the most rewarding choice of your life, for everyone involved. We know that great foster care is about more than qualifications… View more
New Zealand needs more foster carers, from all cultures and walks of life, to ensure every child in need is given their chance in life.

Your decision to foster could be the most rewarding choice of your life, for everyone involved. We know that great foster care is about more than qualifications and job titles; it’s having life experience, strength, empathy and the will to provide children with a safe home.

Think you could become a foster carer? Contact Key Assets on 0800 525 437 or visit iwanttofoster.co.nz for more information.
Find out more!

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2259 days ago

Poll: Would you let the grass and weeds in your local parks grow to feed and home pollinators?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kiwis love our lawns and traditionally we expect our councils to keep the lawns of our public parks and verges tidy and well mowed and to get rid of any weeds. But actually a neat and tidy green lawn is a food desert for pollinators, and leaving grass unmown and letting so-called weeds like clover … View moreKiwis love our lawns and traditionally we expect our councils to keep the lawns of our public parks and verges tidy and well mowed and to get rid of any weeds. But actually a neat and tidy green lawn is a food desert for pollinators, and leaving grass unmown and letting so-called weeds like clover and dandelion flower provides food for bees and helps support biodiversity. Would you be happy if your local authority let the grass in your local parks grow long and allowed weeds to flourish?

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Would you let the grass and weeds in your local parks grow to feed and home pollinators?
  • 25% Yes of course. we need to help the bees.
    25% Complete
  • 42% Yes, but there needs to be signage to say that it's being done for pollinators,
    42% Complete
  • 26.4% No. Parks are used for sports and the grass needs to be mown. Plant for pollinat
    26.4% Complete
  • 6.6% No. I think that is just the council saying it's for pollinators but really it's
    6.6% Complete
605 votes
2259 days ago

Waitemata Table Tennis Stadium – Junior Clubs

Zhanna from Henderson

Come play for fun or get internationally qualified coaching from NZ World Junior Champs representatives Alfred Dela-Peña (2016 NZ Junior Player of the year, 2017 NZ u18 Singles Gold, 2016 NZ u21 Singles Gold), Roger Wang (2017 Oceania u18 Doubles Gold) and Rodney Bygrave (Rodneys Table Tennis).

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Come play for fun or get internationally qualified coaching from NZ World Junior Champs representatives Alfred Dela-Peña (2016 NZ Junior Player of the year, 2017 NZ u18 Singles Gold, 2016 NZ u21 Singles Gold), Roger Wang (2017 Oceania u18 Doubles Gold) and Rodney Bygrave (Rodneys Table Tennis).

When:
Thursday: Junior Club 7-9pm $5
Friday: Junior Club 7-9pm Cost $5
Sunday: Junior Coaching 4-6pm $8

72A Seymour Rd, Sunnyvale
Email: wtta@slingshot.co.nz

2259 days ago

STORY: Air NZ seat chat

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Western Leader

Hi Neighbours, I'm Stuff reporter Amy Baker and I am doing a story on any hilarious things you've been censored saying on Air New Zealand's Seat Chat? I would love to hear your story, so email me your story and/or contact phone number at amy.baker@stuff.co.nz Or you can post here, … View moreHi Neighbours, I'm Stuff reporter Amy Baker and I am doing a story on any hilarious things you've been censored saying on Air New Zealand's Seat Chat? I would love to hear your story, so email me your story and/or contact phone number at amy.baker@stuff.co.nz Or you can post here, but put NFP if you don't wish your comments to be used in print. Many thanks Amy.

2259 days ago

Red-light districts help whitebait thrive

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Shelley is one of Auckland Council's senior community waterways specialists, and works across the region helping endangered īnanga breed.

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2259 days ago

Spanish

Luis from SPANISH PAINTING CO. LTD

If you want a reliable team of painters who can fit in with your demanding schedule and ensure flawless painting finish, this is the right team for you to call. Our company offers fair estimates, professional finish and great value on all types of painting projects. We are a firm company which can … View moreIf you want a reliable team of painters who can fit in with your demanding schedule and ensure flawless painting finish, this is the right team for you to call. Our company offers fair estimates, professional finish and great value on all types of painting projects. We are a firm company which can be trusted to deliver time after time. Our highly skilled workforce of painters able to carry out projects of any size and provide high quality deliveries in a timely manner. We have the flexibility to carry out work at weekends and evenings.

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