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1657 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunities in Auckland.

Competenz

Hey Auckland! We are back with more apprenticeship opportunities listed on our online job board!

Do you know someone who might be interested in this opportunity? Find out more at the links below.

Light Fabrication - Furniture
Sheet Metal Fabrication Apprentice
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Hey Auckland! We are back with more apprenticeship opportunities listed on our online job board!

Do you know someone who might be interested in this opportunity? Find out more at the links below.

Light Fabrication - Furniture
Sheet Metal Fabrication Apprentice
Apprenticeship Fabrication - Steel Construction

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1657 days ago

Garage bench units -FREE

Darren from Northcote

2x garage work tops. 90cm high x 90cm long x 45cm width. Metal frame and MDF shelves. Pick up ASAP as garage being cleared.

Free

1658 days ago

Improve your digital literacy today!

The Team from Digital Boost

Are you a small business owner looking to make better use of the online space?

Digital Boost is a free online learning platform packed with 3-5 minute educational videos on topics like:
- Websites
- Digital marketing/social media
- Online tools
- Digital accounting
- Business insights, … View more
Are you a small business owner looking to make better use of the online space?

Digital Boost is a free online learning platform packed with 3-5 minute educational videos on topics like:
- Websites
- Digital marketing/social media
- Online tools
- Digital accounting
- Business insights, feedback and reporting
- Future technologies

Plus, pick up tips and tricks from our interviews with other small business owners across the nation.

The future is digital and we want your business to be part of it.
Sign up today

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1658 days ago

Planting day at John Kay Park

John Gillon from

A great turnout of local residents and volunteers at John Kay Park this morning, to plant over 400 native plants and trees, and to celebrate some of the winners of Pest Free Kaipātiki's "inner kauri hero" competition! The area of bush that has been planted is behind the tennis club … View moreA great turnout of local residents and volunteers at John Kay Park this morning, to plant over 400 native plants and trees, and to celebrate some of the winners of Pest Free Kaipātiki's "inner kauri hero" competition! The area of bush that has been planted is behind the tennis club and Watercare reservoirs on the corner of Verran Rd and Waipa St.
Thanks to Dennis and the local volunteers, and to Pest Free Kaipātiki for organising this event!

Event: www.facebook.com...

1658 days ago

New Northcote Road cycle/pedestrian bridges opening

John Gillon from

The Northcote Road cycle/pedestrian bridges will be opened this Sunday at a formal opening with the Minister of Transport.
The bridges are the last part of the Northcote Safe Cycleway from Northcote Road to Northcote Point, and provide a safer crossing over the motorway. The bridges will also … View more
The Northcote Road cycle/pedestrian bridges will be opened this Sunday at a formal opening with the Minister of Transport.
The bridges are the last part of the Northcote Safe Cycleway from Northcote Road to Northcote Point, and provide a safer crossing over the motorway. The bridges will also likley connect into the future Northern Pathway.
The beautiful design is by iwi artist Reuben Kirkwood of Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki Iwi.

When: 12pm-1pm, Sunday 1 August
Where: Takapuna Normal Intermediate School, then ribbon-cutting at bridge.

1658 days ago

ALLOY LAWNMOWER 4 STROKE AND CATCHER

Kenneth from Northcote Point

Good used alloy Masport mower, serviced, with catcher. 4 stroke Briggs and Stratton 5hp engine, starts easily and runs fine. Doesn't burn or leak oil. 18" cut with good sharpened solid bar blade. It has a cloth catcher in very good condition. I am local and i stand by what i sell. Backup … View moreGood used alloy Masport mower, serviced, with catcher. 4 stroke Briggs and Stratton 5hp engine, starts easily and runs fine. Doesn't burn or leak oil. 18" cut with good sharpened solid bar blade. It has a cloth catcher in very good condition. I am local and i stand by what i sell. Backup provided. 0211208168 to view. Cheers! Ken

Price: $160

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1658 days ago

Free indoor plants

Tatiana from Glenfield

Hi everyone,
I have to give away four indoor plants:
2x Peace Lilies (one small and one quite large, both need a bit of care)
1x Dracaena (Janet Craig) - quite tall, especially good for air cleaning
1x Anthurium
All these are nice plants, if you don't have pet cats or dogs. We got a kitten … View more
Hi everyone,
I have to give away four indoor plants:
2x Peace Lilies (one small and one quite large, both need a bit of care)
1x Dracaena (Janet Craig) - quite tall, especially good for air cleaning
1x Anthurium
All these are nice plants, if you don't have pet cats or dogs. We got a kitten from SPCA recently, so have to give them away... These are not safe for pets.

If you are interested, send me message, I will let you know where to pick them up from in Glenfield.

Free

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1661 days ago

Restaurant Month: Cheap menus courtesy of Auckland's top dining establishments

Reporter Community News

Hey neighbours,

Restaurant Month is back for another year, set to bolster the Auckland culinary scene by offering discounted dishes and unique events for the entire month of August.

Gastronomes can expect 31 days of specially curated menus at the value-for-money price points of $25, $40 or … View more
Hey neighbours,

Restaurant Month is back for another year, set to bolster the Auckland culinary scene by offering discounted dishes and unique events for the entire month of August.

Gastronomes can expect 31 days of specially curated menus at the value-for-money price points of $25, $40 or $55+.

Restaurants included span those from the waterfront to the CBD, and from stalwarts such as Euro, Botswana Butchery and Odettes​ Eatery, to the newcomers and the underdogs.

Viv Beck, Heart of the City chief executive, said this year’s lineup is “more world-class than ever” thanks to the “inspiring lineup of chefs”, some of whom have recently returned to Auckland from stints overseas.

For the full story, see below.

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1667 days ago

Watercare ups charges yet delivers appalling service

Barbara from Northcote

Has anyone had similar experiences with Watercare of late?
On 3 May this year, Watercare reported a leak at our property. I employed plumbers to find and repair the leak. The cost was nearly $1000. As it turned out, the leak was Watercare's problem. After 11 weeks and umpteen emails to them, … View more
Has anyone had similar experiences with Watercare of late?
On 3 May this year, Watercare reported a leak at our property. I employed plumbers to find and repair the leak. The cost was nearly $1000. As it turned out, the leak was Watercare's problem. After 11 weeks and umpteen emails to them, they have failed to reimburse me for my costs.
Phil Goff, in a recent public statement, spoke of Watercare's ''accountability'' and ''responsiveness.'' Watercare's Chief Customer Officer, Amanda Singleton, describes herself as ''a passionate customer advocate'' and being responsible for ''all customer touch points'' (whatever they are) ''in the business.'' After this month's increases to water charges - with yet more to come - it feels as if they're taking us for fools.

1660 days ago

Red Bull Flugtag comes to Auckland: Rules, prizes, how to enter and where to watch

Reporter Community News

Come November 27, teams of brave inventors will hurl themselves off an Auckland pier and into the waters below, all in the name of Flugtag.

It’s a welcome return to New Zealand for the Red Bull Flugtag competition, which last graced our shores in 2004 when it was hosted in Wellington.

The … View more
Come November 27, teams of brave inventors will hurl themselves off an Auckland pier and into the waters below, all in the name of Flugtag.

It’s a welcome return to New Zealand for the Red Bull Flugtag competition, which last graced our shores in 2004 when it was hosted in Wellington.

The competition will see amateur aviators design, build and then fly contraptions in a bid to be crowned winner.

The thousands of people set to descend upon Wynyard Quarter to see the event are likely to keep business booming for local hospitality hotspots.

For the full story, see below.

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1659 days ago
1660 days ago

Pies

Lorna from Glenfield

We went to try out the Gold Award winning pies inTorbay today. They fully deserved to win! There was a queue waiting at lunchtime, but we got the pies within 5 mins. I had a mince and cheese as the Steak and cheese was sold out. The pie was meaty and tasty and I think had some tomato relish … View moreWe went to try out the Gold Award winning pies inTorbay today. They fully deserved to win! There was a queue waiting at lunchtime, but we got the pies within 5 mins. I had a mince and cheese as the Steak and cheese was sold out. The pie was meaty and tasty and I think had some tomato relish added. My husband had a bacon and egg pie which was moist and not overdone. The pastries were baked well and flaky and light. We all enjoyed every scrap!

1660 days ago

Wooden butterfly

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Recreate a Kiwiana classic using butterflise and Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own.

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1663 days ago

Who will be Auckland's next mayor - the countdown's on

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, 14 months might seem a long time, but the reeds are rustling as Auckland's next mayoral hopefuls sharpen their plans. Will Phil Goff stand again, who will the centre-right chose ? Read the satory below:

1660 days ago

Four Rimu Bar Stools

Warren from Birkdale

Rimu bar stools in really good condition apart from a few minor scratches. A light sand and some oil and they’ll be back to good as new. They cost $99 each. No space in the small unit we’ve moved into. Call Warren on 021 611 923

Price: $190

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