Browns Bay, Auckland

980 days ago

Odd questions people from overseas ask about NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ … View more
Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ is a state of Australia (see below). Have you ever been asked anything surprising about NZ? Feel free to message me or comment below. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in the article. Thanks very much for your help and happy travels.

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980 days ago

Light-filled and luxurious

William Sanders Retirement Village

Available now is a new and luxurious assisted-living apartment ready and waiting for you to call home.

This north-west facing corner apartment is sunny and spacious. With views out to the gorgeous village gardens and Ngataringa Road, there will always be something to see!

Priced at $680,000

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980 days ago

Stunning city views

William Sanders Retirement Village

This gorgeous two-bedroom apartment has spectacular views. West-facing with a spacious balcony looking across the water to the Sky Tower, Harbour Bridge and city skyline, you will never tire of the beautiful sunsets and dazzling city lights.

Priced at $1,800,000

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980 days ago

Brilliant boards

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mairangi Bay

Transform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured… View moreTransform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured lines or a paint-brush riot – anything goes!

Find out how to create your own.

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981 days ago

Over dealing with SLOW internet?!

The Team from NZ Compare

Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing … View more
Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing your favourite video games, Hyperfibre is going to give you the smoothest experience possible.

Feel the need for speed? Hyperfibre has launched on Broadband Compare. Go check it out now and see if it's right for you!

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986 days ago

Extreme temperatures test housing materials!

Climate Insights

More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our … View more
More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our residential property report for insight into your property’s potential risks in the future!

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981 days ago

Annual Budget 2022/2023

The Team from Auckland Council

Last chance to have your say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023!
The 3 key issues are:
- Climate
- Budget pressures
- Waste service standardisation

The consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 28 March 2022.

Find out more information and Have Your Say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023 by … View more
Last chance to have your say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023!
The 3 key issues are:
- Climate
- Budget pressures
- Waste service standardisation

The consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 28 March 2022.

Find out more information and Have Your Say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023 by clicking on 'Read More'.

#AKHaveYourSay

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982 days ago

A gift from us

William Sanders Retirement Village

When you book an in-person appointment you can be reassured that we have all Covid-safe protocols in place. If you prefer, we can arrange an online appointment. Contact us today to book a time that suits you.

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982 days ago

World Maths Day

NumberWorks'nWords East Coast Bays

Whether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the … View moreWhether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the overall stress involved in succeeding. But don’t let that be intimidating!

World Maths Day is a chance to test your skills, practice maths, and get involved in a worldwide event that celebrates the history of maths to improve the lives of students, parents, and teachers everywhere.

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982 days ago

An update on our awesome team in the Ukraine

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in … View more
NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in Ukraine and are in daily meetings with our staff to confirm their safety and well-being.

Our wonderful developers are facing a climate of unpredictability, we felt it was our responsibility to ensure you, our wonderful Neighbours were both aware and understanding that this environment may cause delays to the many projects we have in the works for 2022.

To show support of our brilliant team, we have temporarily changed our logo on our NZ Compare website. WHICH has also been recently refreshed and looking better than ever thanks to this very team! Go check it out!

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983 days ago

Trade in your old Woodburner

West City Heating Services

Is your existing woodburner tired, old and cold? Upgrade now for a more modern and efficient model woodfire

West City Heating is your one stop fireplace shop, Dr Flue for chimney sweeping and maintenance work

Offer is March Only – packages upon a no cost site inspection
Find out more

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983 days ago

Childs KN95 (Similar to N95) Masks - COVID 19 - for Sale

Grant from Torbay - Long Bay

These are new masks all in protective manufacturers bags.
They fit a smaller adult or child up about age 12.

15 x KN95_JINJIANG masks with valve (new) - $ 67.50 the lot
19 x KN95_XIANGZHIER masks (new) - $85.50 the lot

I imported these and the landed cost price was around $4.50 each mask. … View more
These are new masks all in protective manufacturers bags.
They fit a smaller adult or child up about age 12.

15 x KN95_JINJIANG masks with valve (new) - $ 67.50 the lot
19 x KN95_XIANGZHIER masks (new) - $85.50 the lot

I imported these and the landed cost price was around $4.50 each mask. Not looking at making a profit.

Note: They are too small for an average adult.

Please contact me by Cell phone if you want to contact me quickly.

Thanks & Regards

Grant
Torbay
Cell: 021 446 663

Negotiable

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983 days ago

sliding door repair

Trudi from Waiake

My partner is looking for someone to repair the sliding cavity door at his house in Devonport. It keeps sliding shut.
Trudi

983 days ago

Do you have a great walnut recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for walnut recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before March 28, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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983 days ago

New facility at Freyberg Park

Victoria from Torbay - Long Bay

TRY TIME! 🏉

Work is set to begin at Freyberg Park for a much needed multi-use facility. This facility will provide new changing rooms, showers, a storage room and bathrooms for our sports groups and supporters.

The work is to begin on 4 April 2022 and should be completed by mid-October.

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TRY TIME! 🏉

Work is set to begin at Freyberg Park for a much needed multi-use facility. This facility will provide new changing rooms, showers, a storage room and bathrooms for our sports groups and supporters.

The work is to begin on 4 April 2022 and should be completed by mid-October.

Scope of Work includes:
➡Provision of 110m long power connection through the Fryberg Park.
➡Provision of water, wastewater and stormwater connections to the proposed facility
➡Construction of pre-cast concrete toilet and changing rooms with a steel roof over the maximum flood level.
➡Provision of carparks including landscaping

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