Birkdale, Auckland

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1258 days ago

It's over to you

The Team from Homed

How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and … View more
How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and tell us why you love it. If you haven't quite left your career behind and you're planning your retirement we want to hear about it on Stuff Nation.

Remember - this doesn't have to be a one off. You can ask your neighbours for business recommendations for DIY products, advice on home improvement or even to invite your neighbours over for a house warming when your forever home is completed.

To share your thoughts and photos with Stuff head to the Stuff Nation page, we prefer submissions between 350-800 words; otherwise email homed@stuff.co.nz.

Remember to send through lots of photos.

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1259 days ago

Toyota Hiace Campervan for sale! $4800

Andre from Birkenhead

Hey guys!

We're selling our 1991 Toyota Hiace.

It's been a super reliable car for us, very well maintained, and built comfortably and cozy.

It'll come ready for fun weekend (or longer) trips
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Hey guys!

We're selling our 1991 Toyota Hiace.

It's been a super reliable car for us, very well maintained, and built comfortably and cozy.

It'll come ready for fun weekend (or longer) trips

$4800 OBO (priced low to sell soon)

Text for more info: 021 226 6920



Here's also a video from our friend who built the van. It shows the interior and exterior really well:

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General info:

1991 Toyota Hiace

Odometer : 323xxx km

TRANSMISSION : Automatic

FUEL : petrol

REGO : January 9, 2022

WOF : December 4, 2021

Self Contained 2 people: February 5, 2023

Just serviced & has been serviced regularly

No rust issues



ELECTRIC

- Solar panel charger

-2 plugs for charging electronics

- Led lights around bed

INTERIOR

- Foot pump sink (great, because you don't have to use eletricity to use sink)

- Fully insulated

-Vinyl paneling

- Tinted windows

- Able to cook inside or outside

- Queen bed, brand new mattress (like an actual mattress with springs, not the crappy foam ones. Life's too short for shitty mattresses)

-This van is also able to fit other size mattresses for extra storage (there's photos posted featuring a double we used to have)

- 4 pillows 1 duvet, and extra blankets

-Roof racks

-Tow bar

- Lot of storage

INCLUDED

- 2 camping chairs and chilly bin

- Full kitchen (utensils, stove, etc)

- pull out table to cook outside with

- crow bar and shovel

- Tool box

- Car accesories (air compressor, tow rope etc.)

Price: $4,800

1259 days ago

What's your coming weekend looking like?

Jay from Beds4U Glenfield

We love a "hot cup of coffee, a book, and curled up in a comfy bed" kinda feel!

We are looking forward to the weekend!

What about you? Comment below what your weekend is looking like?

#colddays #snuggleup #warmandcomfy #weekendsoon

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1259 days ago

Exercise Your Mind: Learn to Play Bridge

Helene from Northcote

East Coast Bays Bridge Club will be holding a set of Beginners Bridge Lessons end of July 2021. Sign up now! Contact: lessons@ecbbridgeclub.co.nz

1260 days ago

HUMAN ROAD BLOCKS Birkdale / Salisbury Rd intersection

Greg from Birkdale

AT INTENDS TO USE THE THE RESIDENTS / ROAD USERS OF SALISBURY ROAD AS HUMAN ROAD BLOCKS.

From AT re Birkdale / Salisbury Rd intersection.

“Lane capacity on Birkdale and Salisbury – the kerb buildouts on Birkdale Road opposite Salisbury Road reinforce broken yellow lines on Birkdale Road… View more
AT INTENDS TO USE THE THE RESIDENTS / ROAD USERS OF SALISBURY ROAD AS HUMAN ROAD BLOCKS.

From AT re Birkdale / Salisbury Rd intersection.

“Lane capacity on Birkdale and Salisbury – the kerb buildouts on Birkdale Road opposite Salisbury Road reinforce broken yellow lines on Birkdale Road and stops vehicles from undertaking vehicles turning right into Salsibury Road. This is designed to slow operating speeds approaching the school crossing on Birkdale Road and increase intersection safety.”

SO WHEN YOU ARE WAITING TO TURN RIGHT INTO SALISBURY RD, VEHICLES CAN NOT PASS – SO BACK UP BEHIND YOU. NOW WE, AND THOSE WAITING BEHIND US, HAVE THE GREATLY INCREASED RISK OF BEING CRASHED INTO FROM THOSE COMING DOWN BIRKDALE ROAD!! BEING USED AS A HUMAN SPEED REDUCING ROAD BLOCK.

1259 days ago

SUSTAINABLE SHOPPING

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Pop into your Red Cross Shop at 18 Link Drive, Wairau Park and see what we’ve got for you, our range is anything but boring!

Enjoy your sustainable shopping!

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1260 days ago

On site trolleys

Suzanne from Glenfield

Helping to make you move in easier, trolleys can be found in all loading bays.

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1268 days ago

How will your neighbourhood be affected by council's revaluation?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council is winding up the citywide revaluation of all properties, as a basis for carving up next year's rate's pie. Analysis for Stuff shows cheaper suburbs, especially the south may face higher than average rate rises in July 2022. How will you fare?

1264 days ago

Safe Schools Speed Trial

Greg from Birkdale

AT and a Landscape Architect firm came up with a scheme to place obstacles and art on Birkdale Salisbury Rd intersection. Without prior scientific observation as to what was occurring. Involving and informing as few people as possible. Promoting kids playing next to moving vehicles. We came up … View moreAT and a Landscape Architect firm came up with a scheme to place obstacles and art on Birkdale Salisbury Rd intersection. Without prior scientific observation as to what was occurring. Involving and informing as few people as possible. Promoting kids playing next to moving vehicles. We came up with NOat signs to encourage better solutions and consultation. (please note that a placed sign means we have permission to place and the view of the property is independent although generally supporting.) Suggestions about what AT should do, should be sent to AT - but do not expect any response. Calling it a Trial is not an excuse for the manner it has been done. All the information you get is vague. And there is no option to be against this. Decide if this is how you want your future roading solutions to be.

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1260 days ago

Lawnmowers for sale!

Kenneth from Northcote Point

I have a few good serviced lawnmowers for sale. Various prices but fair. 0211208168

Negotiable

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1279 days ago

Covid-19: MP slams anti-vax group for leaflet drop in week vaccine clinic opens

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Northcote MP Shanan Halbert has slammed an anti-vaccination group for delivering its discredited leaflets the same week the area’s vaccination clinic opened.

The Voices for Freedom leaflet, delivered in the Northcote and Birkenhead areas on the North Shore, included eight points that cast doubt … View more
Northcote MP Shanan Halbert has slammed an anti-vaccination group for delivering its discredited leaflets the same week the area’s vaccination clinic opened.

The Voices for Freedom leaflet, delivered in the Northcote and Birkenhead areas on the North Shore, included eight points that cast doubt on the safety or efficacy of the vaccine.

Auckland University vaccinologist and associate professor Helen Petousis-Harris recently discredited the leaflet.

Halbert said he got five complaints from locals who had received the leaflet in their mailboxes this week.

“It’s disappointing people are actively trying to spread misinformation around our community and prey on people who are vaccination hesitant already.”

He believed the leaflet had been designed to scaremonger locals and delivered to align with the opening of the North Shore’s first vaccination clinic in the Highbury Shopping Centre on Monday.

“This is a direct action on their behalf to undermine our local vaccine centre and to stop our local people from going in and being immunised.”

Click 'read more' for our full story.
(In the attached video, Auckland University research fellow Kate Hannah tells you what to look for to identify misinformation about the Covid-19 virus and vaccine.)

1260 days ago

Nominations for the Women of Influence 2021 Awards are now open

The Team from Women of Influence

The Women of Influence programme is back! Nominations are now open for the 2021 Awards.

The Women of Influence programme celebrates the incredible wāhine of Aotearoa, so shine a light on the passionate Kiwi women who are creating a real impact in your community and nominate them now.

We’re … View more
The Women of Influence programme is back! Nominations are now open for the 2021 Awards.

The Women of Influence programme celebrates the incredible wāhine of Aotearoa, so shine a light on the passionate Kiwi women who are creating a real impact in your community and nominate them now.

We’re pleased to bring you two new awards categories this year: Environment and Primary Industries. You can also nominate the inspirational women in your life in the Arts & Culture; Board & Management; Business Enterprise; Community Hero; Diversity; Innovation, Science & Health; Public Policy and Young Leader categories.

Nominate here: www.womenofinfluence.co.nz...

Thank you to this year’s illustrator Tess Costil for her inspiring artwork.
#womenofinfluence

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1266 days ago

Petition to sign to ask Auckland Council to rethink the rates increases

Kate from Glenfield

Hi all,

I have started a petition to ask Auckland Council to rethink the rates increases. They are very high and are going to ultimately disadvantage our city economically, and have the potential to add to poverty for our most vulnerable.

To make this happen we are going to need every single … View more
Hi all,

I have started a petition to ask Auckland Council to rethink the rates increases. They are very high and are going to ultimately disadvantage our city economically, and have the potential to add to poverty for our most vulnerable.

To make this happen we are going to need every single possible signature and share to gather a large enough voice to be heard.

Would love you support, please sign and share. Let's make our voice heard and challenge our council to make decisions that are better for our community.

chng.it...

Thanks
Kate

1273 days ago

Psychics called in to help find missing dog

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Tēnā koutou. An Auckland dog owner is consulting with psychic mediums in the hopes of getting her pooch back alive.

Kohimarama resident Mary Trautvetter​ was house-sitting for friends in Castor Bay on the North Shore on April 14 when her dog, Rocky, was frightened by thunder and ran off.

The … View more
Tēnā koutou. An Auckland dog owner is consulting with psychic mediums in the hopes of getting her pooch back alive.

Kohimarama resident Mary Trautvetter​ was house-sitting for friends in Castor Bay on the North Shore on April 14 when her dog, Rocky, was frightened by thunder and ran off.

The little white maltese and lhasa apso cross has been lost ever since.

“I’m just in pieces,” Trautvetter said, adding that Rocky had helped her through some tough life events, including a mental breakdown and a divorce.

She has even consulted with psychic mediums in a desperate attempt for information. Red Beach-based psychic medium Kerry-Marie Callander​ told Stuff she believes it is possible someone has taken Rocky in.

The person might not be on social media or know that people are looking for the dog, she said, adding that perhaps mainstream media – like the local newspaper – might be the best way to reach them.

Click 'read more' for the full report. Please contact Mary Trautvetter at soinsvisage@gmail.com if you have any information regarding Rocky's whereabouts.

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1261 days ago

Certificate in Cookery, Foundation begins 8 June 2021

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Certificate in Cookery, Foundation course is a well-rounded introduction to fundamental cooking and baking techniques. Learn to cook with fresh, high quality ingredients and delicious recipes over 18 weeks. Here we have a freshly baked Fish velouté served with courgettes, cauliflower and … View moreOur Certificate in Cookery, Foundation course is a well-rounded introduction to fundamental cooking and baking techniques. Learn to cook with fresh, high quality ingredients and delicious recipes over 18 weeks. Here we have a freshly baked Fish velouté served with courgettes, cauliflower and broccoli and garnished with tomato concassé prepared by our foundation student chefs.
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The next in-take begins on 8 June 2021.
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New Zealand Domestic students are eligible for Fees Free and Student Loans.

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