Browns Bay, Auckland

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1408 days ago

We Say, You Say: Public Transport Fares

Neighbourly.co.nz

Mōrena Auckland,

What do you think about the incoming increased public transport fares?

On Monday, Auckland Council announced a 4 percent increase for peak-time travel with a discount approved for off-peak travel.

According to Auckland Transport (AT), some passengers would be paying an … View more
Mōrena Auckland,

What do you think about the incoming increased public transport fares?

On Monday, Auckland Council announced a 4 percent increase for peak-time travel with a discount approved for off-peak travel.

According to Auckland Transport (AT), some passengers would be paying an extra 35 cents per trip, with a daily maximum spend of $20 per day which for some, would mean an unlimited daily pass.

Former AT chairman Dr Lester Levy advocated for fare freezes have not been heeded in the 2021 review.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment used by Stuff.
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1407 days ago

Do your curtains & blinds need a professional clean?

The Team from Textile Cleaning Services

Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, … View more
Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, drapes and blinds across Auckland for over 25 years, Textile Cleaning is highly recommended!
Find out more

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1408 days ago

Painting

Bernie from Torbay - Long Bay

No longer needed as wrong colour for my room as new.
Size 800 mm x 600mm

Price: $50

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1409 days ago

Trains return to tracks at Britomart Station: Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The trains are back at Britomart after a three-week closure.

Read this story by Kendall Hutt for more details:

www.stuff.co.nz...

Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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1409 days ago

Grooves up or down? Decking debate settled

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

The great kiwi deck, every home should have one. But there's a decking debate raging in DIY and Reno circles: Should the grooves go up or down?
We think we've settled the argument here.

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1408 days ago

Maximise your outdoor space!

Shade Design

At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help … View more
At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help yourself but tell all your family and friends.

With our custom aluminium frames and awnings, we stand by our products and offer a 5-year warranty.
Visit us online

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1413 days ago

Kauri dieback sniffer dogs a new weapon in the fight against fatal tree disease

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Check out this story by Mina Kerr-Lazenby about New Zealand's first dogs to be trained to sniff out kauri dieback:

www.stuff.co.nz...

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1409 days ago

Binoculars

Lyn from Rothesay Bay

Did you get a clear view of the drama on the water yesterday?

Why not have make sure you can see what is coming up next weekend?

The man who has been Auckland’s legendary binocular technician and optical mechanic for more than half a century has died. He has left behind many pairs of new … View more
Did you get a clear view of the drama on the water yesterday?

Why not have make sure you can see what is coming up next weekend?

The man who has been Auckland’s legendary binocular technician and optical mechanic for more than half a century has died. He has left behind many pairs of new and near new binoculars. They have all been fully serviced, have clean optics are fully collimated most have a strap and case.

Various magnifications and fields. Prices from $50 a pair negotiable as there are many brands and different qualities of optics.

Negotiable

1409 days ago

Wrap family reading time with fun this summer

The Team from Auckland Council

A new pair of sunnies, snowboarding at Snowplanet, stargazing for budding astronauts at Stardome; they’re among the prizes kids and families can earn this summer by reading books.

Enjoy Auckland Council Libraries’ new online reading programme, Summer Reading, Sorted on their new online … View more
A new pair of sunnies, snowboarding at Snowplanet, stargazing for budding astronauts at Stardome; they’re among the prizes kids and families can earn this summer by reading books.

Enjoy Auckland Council Libraries’ new online reading programme, Summer Reading, Sorted on their new online platform, Beanstack.

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1419 days ago

Jimmy the Lorikeet.... Lost (...again)

Doug from Murrays Bay

Jimmy is off on her almost annual summer holiday jaunt around the East Coast Bays....primarily Murray’s Bay and surrounding suburbs. Please expect a drop in visit somewhere... and if you can give her a half table spoon of honey or sugar water she will love you for it! Kyro the Cockatoo is … View moreJimmy is off on her almost annual summer holiday jaunt around the East Coast Bays....primarily Murray’s Bay and surrounding suburbs. Please expect a drop in visit somewhere... and if you can give her a half table spoon of honey or sugar water she will love you for it! Kyro the Cockatoo is missing his buddy... so please let us know when she arrives. All blessing and best wishes to our East Coast Bays community and the rest of Auckland for 2021.
Call Doug on 0211304584
P.S. Jimmy is very friendly and will happily hop on your finger and shoulder. Please take her inside and give me a call. Thank you

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1409 days ago

Come visit and nurture a conversation

Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help … View more
Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help nurture those conversations, we invite you to our Care Centre Open Days at your local Ryman village. A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village communities and the exceptional care we provide. Care options include the extra support of a serviced apartment, resthome, hospital and specialist dementia care.
Find out more

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1437 days ago

Holiday rubbish and recycling collections

The Team from Auckland Council

Remember rubbish and recycling collection times may change from 25 Dec to 8 Jan due to public holidays.
Check your collection dates by clicking on 'Read More' below.

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1410 days ago

✔ Mairangi Bay sales stats to January 2021

Gabrielle Elborough from

Overview of property sales to January 2021
Data supplied by Corelogic

Click [Read More] for Mairangi Bay video and sales stats.

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1410 days ago

Chair for sale

Dominique from Oteha

Blue chair for sale. Some damage from a cat on one side as pictured. Approx dimensions H72cmxW82cmxD82cm.

Price: $20

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1410 days ago

9-drawer tall boy

Dominique from Oteha

Excellent 9 drawer tall boy for sale. Can come with matching bedside tables for extra $50 if desired. General wear and tear but no major damage. Dimensions are H120cm, W88cm, D40cm.

Price: $100

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