Birkdale, Auckland

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

960 days ago

Shame on Auckland Council for selling this piece of green space in Takapuna

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Shame on Auckland Council for selling this piece of green space in Takapuna. Last week, a majority of councillors, Mayor Phil Goff and mayoral-hopeful Efeso Collins, voted to sell the parkland at 4 Blomfield Spa despite the sale being opposed by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board who are … View moreShame on Auckland Council for selling this piece of green space in Takapuna. Last week, a majority of councillors, Mayor Phil Goff and mayoral-hopeful Efeso Collins, voted to sell the parkland at 4 Blomfield Spa despite the sale being opposed by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board who are responsible for local parks in Takapuna.

Article: www.stuff.co.nz...

The park is to be sold to help raise $70million per year in park and property sales to fill budget shortfalls, which is a very poor reason to sell green space at a time when Auckland is intensifying and private gardens are disappearing.

If 4 Blomfield Spa wasn't being used enough, then perhaps it could have been developed into a community garden, or re-forested to help fulfil council's Urban Ngahere (Forest) Strategy, or exchanged for better park space elsewhere in Takapuna.

The vulnerability of parks like this shows why it is absolutely essential for ALL local boards to gazette all parkland under the Reserves Act and provide a Reserve Management Plan for them, as soon as possible. Over the last few years, the Kaipatiki Local Board has converted all parks to reserves and will be consulting on an omnibus Reserve Management Plan to cover all reserves in a few months.

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952 days ago

Auckland Harbour Bridge Lane Closure Northbound

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

Hi neighbours, a heads-up that we’re carrying out essential maintenance on the northbound clip-on lanes of the Auckland Harbour Bridge every Sunday to Thursday 9pm to 5am from 27 March to 14 April. We’ll have the following signposted detours in place.  

- Curran St northbound on-ramp … View more
Hi neighbours, a heads-up that we’re carrying out essential maintenance on the northbound clip-on lanes of the Auckland Harbour Bridge every Sunday to Thursday 9pm to 5am from 27 March to 14 April. We’ll have the following signposted detours in place.  

- Curran St northbound on-ramp will be closed. Please use Fanshawe St on-ramp 
- Stafford Rd northbound off-ramp will be closed. Please use Onewa Rd off-ramp 

We’ll keep at least two lanes in both directions open. Thanks for your patience and understanding.  

The team at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
Find out more

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953 days ago

End of Daylight Savings

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

Daylight saving ends at 3am on Sunday 3rd of April 2022, when the clocks go back by 1 hour. This date also serves as a timely reminder for people to check their smoke alarms at home and to take note of the expiry date, battery, the cleanliness of the alarm, and its placement.

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953 days ago

Meal planning with Stuff’s Dinner Sorted

Stuff

Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole … View more
Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole family, sent to your inbox on Saturday mornings. As a bonus you'll also get our Weekend Baking collection, perfect for filling the baking tins, lunchboxes, or that 4pm gap.

Subscribe by 5pm on 4 April and go in the draw to win a 65" Sony TV. For details and T&Cs see here.

Sign up here (it's free!).
Find out more

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953 days ago

Super Comfortable recliner chair

Michelle from Glenfield

In good working condition, and reclines easily. There is signs of wear on the arms that I've tried to show in the photo.
No holes, or tears and free to a good home as I'm moving. If anyone would like this as it's to good to go to the tip I'm happy to deliver for you , depending… View more
In good working condition, and reclines easily. There is signs of wear on the arms that I've tried to show in the photo.
No holes, or tears and free to a good home as I'm moving. If anyone would like this as it's to good to go to the tip I'm happy to deliver for you , depending on your location .

Free

953 days ago

Sit back and stream the best shows of 2022!

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!

But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t … View more
Hey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!

But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry! We’re here to break it down for you.

We’ve covered the best shows to watch on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime and Neon right now.

Plus, we’ve got the lowdown on which broadband providers are offering free subscriptions to these streaming services!!

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954 days ago

Taking Small Steps

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

Taking small steps and setting smaller goals has the power to reduce distractions, clear our path to success, and increase motivation and productivity. It is important to focus on the small steps to reach our end goal, as each step propels us closer.

Speak to our team today about how we can help… View more
Taking small steps and setting smaller goals has the power to reduce distractions, clear our path to success, and increase motivation and productivity. It is important to focus on the small steps to reach our end goal, as each step propels us closer.

Speak to our team today about how we can help your child take the next step with their learning.

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954 days ago

What your habits say about you.

Jay from Beds4U Glenfield

According to a recent study, people who make their beds are more adventurous, confident, gregarious, and high-maintenance.
Here are three reasons why and how making your bed can contribute towards a character.

1. A sense of achievement
It may appear to be a minor effort, but making your bed … View more
According to a recent study, people who make their beds are more adventurous, confident, gregarious, and high-maintenance.
Here are three reasons why and how making your bed can contribute towards a character.

1. A sense of achievement
It may appear to be a minor effort, but making your bed first thing in the morning provides you a sense of success. It only takes a few minutes of your time each morning to set a great tone for the rest of the day.

2. Creating Good Habits
When making your bed becomes a habit, you may notice that other positive habits will automatically follow. You now keep your clothing off the floor, and dusting has become a necessary habit that you like. Once you realize how quickly you can do these duties, you may begin to incorporate these habits into other areas of the house, such as the kitchen and living room. Before you realize it, your entire home will seem like a delightful, relaxing getaway.

3. Reduced levels of stress
A decluttered bed contributes to a decluttered environment. A clutter-free environment leads to a clutter-free mentality. A clutter-free mind leads to a clutter-free existence. You get the idea...

So can becoming a bed-maker actually change your life?
Let us know your thoughts in the comment section.

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954 days ago
954 days ago

Book Week at Red Cross

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Hello neighbours,
It’s International Children’s Books Day on Saturday and we have a huge selection of kids and adults books for you and your family! Come and see our special deals: Buy one get one free for all children’s books, selection of books for $1 per bunch of three, magazines $1 for … View more
Hello neighbours,
It’s International Children’s Books Day on Saturday and we have a huge selection of kids and adults books for you and your family! Come and see our special deals: Buy one get one free for all children’s books, selection of books for $1 per bunch of three, magazines $1 for five!

We are open Monday to Saturday 9-5. Sunday 10-4
18 Link Drive, Wairau Valley

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954 days ago

Give hope today!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Last chance to get awesome deals on Chooza auctions and support New Zealand Red Cross.

Throughout March, Chooza online auctions is donating proceeds from sales to New Zealand Red Cross in support of our Annual Appeal.

To see all our listings, hit the button below.

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954 days ago

Auckland community centre tagged with homophobic graffiti for second time

Mildred Armah Reporter from North Shore Times

The manager of an Auckland community centre is “disappointed” vandals who spray-painted homophobic slurs on its signs have not yet been caught.

Angela Spooner​ the manager of Highbury Community House and Early Learning Centre​ in Birkenhead, said it was the second time in 16 months vandals… View more
The manager of an Auckland community centre is “disappointed” vandals who spray-painted homophobic slurs on its signs have not yet been caught.

Angela Spooner​ the manager of Highbury Community House and Early Learning Centre​ in Birkenhead, said it was the second time in 16 months vandals had used graffiti to target the rainbow community.

“I arrived at work on a Monday morning and saw the graffiti on the signage,” she said.

956 days ago

World of Cultures – FINAL DAYS

The Team from Auckland Council

Our region's vibrant cultures are celebrated this month with World of Cultures (18 March - 3 April).
This festival offers free activities online and in-person across Tāmaki Makaurau.

With easy long-distance international travel still a way off, you can still immerse yourself in Pacific … View more
Our region's vibrant cultures are celebrated this month with World of Cultures (18 March - 3 April).
This festival offers free activities online and in-person across Tāmaki Makaurau.

With easy long-distance international travel still a way off, you can still immerse yourself in Pacific weaving, admire hand-drawn Indonesian batik fabrics, join a Bollywood dance class and watch live cultural performances.

Although this year's festival is smaller due to COVID-19 restrictions, World of Cultures is a great opportunity to learn, dance, eat and explore everything that makes Auckland a unique and incredible place to live.

Visit the World of Cultures website for more activity details including COVID-19 restrictions for in-person events by clicking on -Read More'.

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955 days ago

'Precious' eels die following sewage overflow in Murrays Bay

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours. Residents of a Murrays Bay neighbourhood are heartbroken after a wastewater overflow into their creek killed about 30 “precious” eels.

The creek, on private property, is shared by about nine neighbours.

Resident Diane O’Connor​ said they held “high value” on the … View more
Kia ora neighbours. Residents of a Murrays Bay neighbourhood are heartbroken after a wastewater overflow into their creek killed about 30 “precious” eels.

The creek, on private property, is shared by about nine neighbours.

Resident Diane O’Connor​ said they held “high value” on the eels, some of which were estimated to be about 30-50 years old.

But on March 11, about 30 of the eels died from suspected ammonia poisoning after wastewater overflowed into the creek.

The neighbourhood took huge pride in its creek, and to lose so many eels in a manner in which they would have suffered was “heartbreaking”, she said.

“We’re incredibly upset about that because the eels are part of our neighbourhood. We absolutely love the eels.”

An investigation into the overflow by Watercare found a pipe had been blocked by solidified fat.

“This is why we encourage our customers not to pour cooking fats and oils down the kitchen sink. These solidify as they cool, and when combined with things like wet wipes, can cause blockages in our wastewater network," a spokesman said.

956 days ago

Cleaning Position Available

Northcote Tennis from Northcote

We're looking for a cleaner to take care of our club house in Northcote. Flexible hours, two days per week/4hours total. For more information please email - admin@northcotetennis.com.

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