Blockhouse Bay, Auckland

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1288 days ago

New special care baby unit opens at Waitākere Hospital

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, a new special care baby unit (SCBU) has opened at Waitākere Hospital, which features sleeping spaces for parents.

The old unit at the hospital had nowhere for parents or caregivers and families to stay overnight – they had to sleep in a family room elsewhere in the hospital … View more
Kia ora neighbours, a new special care baby unit (SCBU) has opened at Waitākere Hospital, which features sleeping spaces for parents.

The old unit at the hospital had nowhere for parents or caregivers and families to stay overnight – they had to sleep in a family room elsewhere in the hospital or at the marae on campus.

The new unit is part of an ongoing upgrade to the hospital site to help meet growing demands for health services in West Auckland.

Inside the new unit is a lounge for people who have just given birth, a separate parent kitchen and dining area, six cot bays with sleeping areas for parents and three dedicated rooms for overnight stays.

Read the full story at the link below.

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1286 days ago

Outdoor furniture

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Lynn

Upcycle pallets into stylish pieces for your deck or patio with Resene Pitch Black.

Find out how to create your own.

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1290 days ago

Should people have to pay a fee to drive on Muriwai Beach?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, Auckland Council want community feedback on whether people should have to pay for a permit to drive on Muriwai Beach.

What do you think about having to pay to drive on the beach?

If you want to let the council know your opinion you can head to: … View more
Kia ora neighbours, Auckland Council want community feedback on whether people should have to pay for a permit to drive on Muriwai Beach.

What do you think about having to pay to drive on the beach?

If you want to let the council know your opinion you can head to: akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

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1281 days ago

Drain Ranger Serving the Community

Drain Ranger

Blocked Drain - We’re here to help with CCTV and Hydro Jett. As Certifying Drainlayers we do maintenance and repairs, we tackle drain laying, plotting, drainage inspections and new builds as well as drain unblocking.

We’re locals serving the local community.

Drain Ranger offers … View more
Blocked Drain - We’re here to help with CCTV and Hydro Jett. As Certifying Drainlayers we do maintenance and repairs, we tackle drain laying, plotting, drainage inspections and new builds as well as drain unblocking.

We’re locals serving the local community.

Drain Ranger offers maintenance packages to suit all needs, why not take this opportunity to check what they can do for you? Just email hello@drainranger.co.nz, call 021 709 783 or visit www.drainranger.co.nz to get the ball rolling. You will never regret clean drains!
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1285 days ago

Missing Cat

Meegs from Mount Roskill

Hi our cat didn't come home last night which she has never done before 😔. We are at the Mt Albert Road end of Scout Ave, she is quite timid has anyone seen her? Thank you.

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1282 days ago

Help our monarchs!

Jacqui from Blockhouse Bay

Did you know that monarch butterflies are, right now, in overwintering mode? They will still visit your garden on sunny days, but then when it's cold or wet they 'regroup' into colonies in tall trees, sheltering on the sunny side from the cold and the wind. They can be found in parks… View moreDid you know that monarch butterflies are, right now, in overwintering mode? They will still visit your garden on sunny days, but then when it's cold or wet they 'regroup' into colonies in tall trees, sheltering on the sunny side from the cold and the wind. They can be found in parks or on golf courses, anywhere where there's tall trees.

These monarchs will wait out the winter and return to our gardens in the spring to mate and lay eggs on swan plants. They need our help! (Thanks Elizabeth Amber for these gorgeous photos!)

Please help us look after our beautiful butterflies. This website is somewhere you can learn more about them.

www.nzbutterflies.org.nz... or for more information you can email Neighbourly@nzbutterflies.org.nz.

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1282 days ago

Appreciation Post

Jane from Blockhouse Bay

I want to share a fantastic sight I appreciate and acknowledge as a rare event of complete satisfaction. So I merged onto NW motorway from Waterview heading east, it was usual observation of nearly every vehicle mobilised that morning up each others business, so i proceeded to hang back to create a… View moreI want to share a fantastic sight I appreciate and acknowledge as a rare event of complete satisfaction. So I merged onto NW motorway from Waterview heading east, it was usual observation of nearly every vehicle mobilised that morning up each others business, so i proceeded to hang back to create a sizeable gap which i know can annoy others. But then it seemed everyone else around did same in unison and then suddenly the unthinkable happened, the motorway opened right up and everyone was suddenly moving at 80kms with a good gap had between each vehicle, and the sun rose and I saw that miracle folks. I got to Remuera from Blockhouse in 25 mins?! Kia Ora Westies....

1282 days ago

Free local storytelling and walking experience

Active Whakapapa

Active Whakapapa is a one of a kind experience. Enjoy a leisurely walk and learn about the connection Māori have to the whenua (land) and Taiao (environment) through the sharing of Iwi stories, narratives and history.

Active Whakapapa aims to encourage correct pronunciation of traditional … View more
Active Whakapapa is a one of a kind experience. Enjoy a leisurely walk and learn about the connection Māori have to the whenua (land) and Taiao (environment) through the sharing of Iwi stories, narratives and history.

Active Whakapapa aims to encourage correct pronunciation of traditional place names and educates about the deeper meaning behind each name. We want to contribute to more Te Reo Māori being spoken, heard and seen in our parks and green spaces. Book your free tickets at http://aucklandexperiences.co.nz/

Active Whakapapa is supported by the Local Activation Fund Programme, administered by Tataki Auckland Unlimited on behalf of the New Zealand Government.
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1282 days ago

Wenderholm Regional Park Planting - 26 June

Trees That Count

We're planting native trees at Wenderholm! Wenderholm holds a special place in Auckland’s history as its first Regional Park—and one of the most picturesque.

Native planting at this site not only enhances a beautiful recreation site for residents of Tāmaki Makaurau, but also provides … View more
We're planting native trees at Wenderholm! Wenderholm holds a special place in Auckland’s history as its first Regional Park—and one of the most picturesque.

Native planting at this site not only enhances a beautiful recreation site for residents of Tāmaki Makaurau, but also provides erosion control, helping prevent runoff into the harbour, and associated significant soil and water quality benefits.

In 1953, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip spent a day picnicking at Wenderholm — so come and help plant native trees for the Jubilee at this special site.
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1286 days ago

Landlord refuses to fix toilet for months even when poo leaked

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, tenants had to move out of their Kelston rental after their landlord failed to fix sewerage problems for months.

The tenants took their landlord Mauri Ora Limited to the tenancy tribunal and said there were times they’d flush the toilet and faeces and toilet paper would come … View more
Kia ora neighbours, tenants had to move out of their Kelston rental after their landlord failed to fix sewerage problems for months.

The tenants took their landlord Mauri Ora Limited to the tenancy tribunal and said there were times they’d flush the toilet and faeces and toilet paper would come out the other side of the house.

In August 2021, the tenants moved into the rental and noticed sewage was coming out of the trap by the front door for the first month they lived there.

They told Mauri Ora Ltd about it and a plumber was sent and put tape over the trap. The tenants said this made sewage leak out of a trap on the other side of the house instead.

Read the full story at the link below.

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1283 days ago

Community Catch Up Meetings

The Team from Deborah Russell, MP for New Lynn

I'm running a series of Community Catch-up meetings around the New Lynn Electorate during the next Parliamentary Recess week. These one on one meetings are for 15 minutes each across an hour. If you would like to meet with me, phone my office at 09 820 6245, or email newlynn.mp@parliament.govtView moreI'm running a series of Community Catch-up meetings around the New Lynn Electorate during the next Parliamentary Recess week. These one on one meetings are for 15 minutes each across an hour. If you would like to meet with me, phone my office at 09 820 6245, or email newlynn.mp@parliament.govt to make a time, or just turn up and say hello!

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1283 days ago

Carlson Toy Library

Katie from Mount Roskill

Need Toys? Borrow Ours!

The Carlson Toy Library in Three Kings has hundreds and hundreds of toys ready for you to borrow. From ride on rollercoasters, to kitchen sets, to Duplo, board games and puzzles -we have it all! Located at 261 St Andrews road, this charitable organization can be found on … View more
Need Toys? Borrow Ours!

The Carlson Toy Library in Three Kings has hundreds and hundreds of toys ready for you to borrow. From ride on rollercoasters, to kitchen sets, to Duplo, board games and puzzles -we have it all! Located at 261 St Andrews road, this charitable organization can be found on Facebook, or email any inquiries to carlsonlibrary@gmail.com

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1283 days ago

Get a good broadband deal with Spark!

Spark

Find out if you have Spark’s Wireless Broadband at your address and start the exciting journey. Stay connected, surf the web, and confidently work from home from just $45/month. Not available everywhere

Spark modem connected to mains power required, costs $106.20 or available on IFP. Fair use … View more
Find out if you have Spark’s Wireless Broadband at your address and start the exciting journey. Stay connected, surf the web, and confidently work from home from just $45/month. Not available everywhere

Spark modem connected to mains power required, costs $106.20 or available on IFP. Fair use policy, data caps and Spark’s terms apply.
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1295 days ago

Council backs Goff Climate Action Budget

The Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff’s Climate Action Budget has been supported by a clear majority of councillors at yesterday’s meeting of the Finance and Performance Committee, and the Budget will be formally adopted by the governing body on 29 June.

Click on 'Read More' to find out what … View more
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff’s Climate Action Budget has been supported by a clear majority of councillors at yesterday’s meeting of the Finance and Performance Committee, and the Budget will be formally adopted by the governing body on 29 June.

Click on 'Read More' to find out what this means.

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1284 days ago

Need Dentures ? We can help

Dyverse Dentures

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Contact us at 09 634 4543.
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