Beach Haven, Auckland

Poll: Should we scrap daylight saving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

… View moreThis Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

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Should we scrap daylight saving?

• Yes, scrap daylight savings
• No, keep daylight savings
• I don't mind either way
• Keep daylight savings but change the dates

Vote View Results

• 32.5% Yes, scrap daylight savings
  32.5% Complete
• 54.1% No, keep daylight savings
  54.1% Complete
• 7% I don't mind either way
  7% Complete
• 6.4% Keep daylight savings but change the dates
  6.4% Complete

6075 votes

Free Scottish Country Dancing Session @ Glenfield Library

Honour Zhu from Glenfield Library

Come share the art of Scottish Country Dancing at Glenfield Library. All are welcome and no experience is needed!
Come have fun, try something new and make some friends!

Stunning Artificial Flower Arrangements

Gil Poore from Atelier Blooms Limited

There is no limit to what we can create when art meets nature.

Go to our website or call us on 020-4086-8968 for a custom arrangement.

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Waka Kotahi NZ Transport

Want to know about road works in your neighbourhood?

Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.

So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your … View moreWant to know about road works in your neighbourhood?

Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.

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FRED.OLSEN CRUISES – Cruises ex UK

Cruise World

Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines is famous for their unique and innovative global cruise itineraries, including World Cruises and Grand Voyages.

Popular with NZers are the British Isles, Scotland, Iceland, Norwegian Fjords, Mediterranean and Africa cruises.

Departing ex the UK, the itineraries are … View moreFred.Olsen Cruise Lines is famous for their unique and innovative global cruise itineraries, including World Cruises and Grand Voyages.

Popular with NZers are the British Isles, Scotland, Iceland, Norwegian Fjords, Mediterranean and Africa cruises.

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ADOPTION OPEN DAYS AT SPCA THIS WEEKEND, 75% OFF ADOPTION FEES!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

We are holding open days at both our Auckland Centres (Māngere and Hobsonville) this coming weekend to try and rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!

With over 150 animals waiting for their forever homes across… View moreWe are holding open days at both our Auckland Centres (Māngere and Hobsonville) this coming weekend to try and rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!

With over 150 animals waiting for their forever homes across both Centres, we encourage anyone who has been considering adopting a furry or feathered friend to make the most of this amazing opportunity. Normal adoption criteria will apply.

No adoption appointments needed, just head on down to your nearest Centre this weekend.
📍 Māngere: 9am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun
📍 Hobsonville: 10am-4pm Sat and Sun
We’ll have colouring activities to keep kids entertained, and a lolly-jar competition running for one lucky adopter to take home some goodies for the new companion animal ❤
Mark your calendars and come on down this Saturday or Sunday.

Sam Whitelock Webinar

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.

For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....… View moreNeighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.

For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....

Please invite those on your street and in your neighbourhood who might be interested (it's not just for rural folk, although those of you in rural communities might be particularly interested).

We want your opinion Auckland...

Auckland Light Rail

Hey Auckland - we're bringing our amazing, fantastic, incredible, superb, world class city status, closer.

Our great city deserves great public transport. If you want reliable, frequent and hassle free travel around the city that gets you where you're going faster, have your say on … View moreHey Auckland - we're bringing our amazing, fantastic, incredible, superb, world class city status, closer.

Our great city deserves great public transport. If you want reliable, frequent and hassle free travel around the city that gets you where you're going faster, have your say on the Auckland Light Rail Project today. Share your views

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"Your Vase Service"

Gil Poore from Atelier Blooms Limited

Looking for a beautiful and hassle-free way to decorate your home or office with stunning artificial floral arrangements? Look no further than our expert floral designer who is dedicated to creating stunning artificial flower arrangements that will fill your vase and bring life to any room, and you… View moreLooking for a beautiful and hassle-free way to decorate your home or office with stunning artificial floral arrangements? Look no further than our expert floral designer who is dedicated to creating stunning artificial flower arrangements that will fill your vase and bring life to any room, and you will receive a one-of-a-kind arrangement that will exceed your expectations.
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Turning the tables

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Restore antique furniture with Resene Aquaclear.

Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

Poll: Exercise as Medicine: We want to know your thoughts

Jess and Scott Macdonald from Link Health and Fitness

Have you been told that exercise is the best way to manage your (insert health condition or injury here)? Do you think that's nuts or common sense?
We want to know what you think
This post does not constitute medical advice, please talk to your health care provider if you have questions

Exercise as Medicine: We want to know your thoughts

• Yes, I've been recommended exercise by my GP or specialist but I think they are
• Yes, I've been advised to exercise and I want to start exercising
• Yes, I've been advised to exercise and I've started already
• No, I've not been reccommended exercise

Vote View Results

• 18.8% Yes, I've been recommended exercise by my GP or specialist but I think they are
  18.8% Complete
• 43.8% Yes, I've been advised to exercise and I want to start exercising
  43.8% Complete
• 25% Yes, I've been advised to exercise and I've started already
  25% Complete
• 12.5% No, I've not been reccommended exercise
  12.5% Complete

16 votes

Discover a career for life

Citycare Water

We deliver water to over 1.2 million Kiwis across the country, and we’re looking for great people to join our team and help provide safe water for your community. We provide meaningful work, and long-lasting careers. We hiring now for drainlayers, water servicepeople, operations roles, labourers … View moreWe deliver water to over 1.2 million Kiwis across the country, and we’re looking for great people to join our team and help provide safe water for your community. We provide meaningful work, and long-lasting careers. We hiring now for drainlayers, water servicepeople, operations roles, labourers and more!

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Indigenous Australia Dot Painting Workshop

Honour Zhu from Glenfield Library

This will be a fun, hands on activity, where you will get to create your own painted story.
There are limited seats so book in now: chrissy.west@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz 😊

Last chance to nominate!

Prospa

Our 2023 Local Business Hero Awards nomination phase closes on Sunday. Neighbours - you only have a few more days to nominate a favourite local business to give them a chance to win an incredible $10,000 package.

Show your support for your local today by nominating them to be this year's … View moreOur 2023 Local Business Hero Awards nomination phase closes on Sunday. Neighbours - you only have a few more days to nominate a favourite local business to give them a chance to win an incredible $10,000 package.

Show your support for your local today by nominating them to be this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Nominate now