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Beauty salon staff and therapists, and wellness professionals, we’ve noticed the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is stepping up compliance checks across the beauty industry. Now’s the perfect time to make sure your team is prepared and your business is fully compliant.
… View moreBeauty salon staff and therapists, and wellness professionals, we’ve noticed the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is stepping up compliance checks across the beauty industry. Now’s the perfect time to make sure your team is prepared and your business is fully compliant.
Until the end of 2025, we’re offering 50% off our first aid training - helping you stay ahead of requirements while protecting your staff and clients. Being first aid trained is about more than regulations; it’s about having the skills, knowledge, and confidence to manage an emergency.
That means:
- Workplace First Aider course – $112.50 (incl. GST)
- Revalidation course – $67.50 (incl. GST)
Our flexible course styles are designed for busy professionals; giving you and your team choices to suit your schedule and learning preferences. All courses are memorable, engaging, and tailored to real-world environments. What we offer:
- Workplace First Aider course (NZQA unit standards 6402, 6401, 6400)
- Revalidation First Aid course
- Specialist and private group training options
This is your chance to get NZQA-approved, flexible, and engaging training at half the price. Book your course now at www.pts....
In every neighbourhood, there’s someone who goes the extra mile, mowing lawns for the elderly, running the kids’ footy team, or simply being the first to lend a hand. These unsung heroes make our communities stronger, kinder, and more connected.
Now’s the time to give them the recognition … View moreIn every neighbourhood, there’s someone who goes the extra mile, mowing lawns for the elderly, running the kids’ footy team, or simply being the first to lend a hand. These unsung heroes make our communities stronger, kinder, and more connected.
Now’s the time to give them the recognition they deserve.
Celebrate your local hero today, whether it’s a teacher, a coach, a caregiver, or the neighbour who’s always there when it counts. We’re shining a light on the everyday legends making a difference in towns, suburbs, and rural corners across Aotearoa.
Let’s make sure even the quietest champions get the loudest applause by sharing our legends on the Neighbourly Noticeboard!
If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link.
We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.
❌ Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.
New to Auckland or know someone that is?
We've launched a new 'Welcome to Auckland' web portal— a helpful and essential guide for anyone making Tāmaki Makaurau their new home.
The portal aims to ease the transition for new residents by acting as a central hub for … View moreNew to Auckland or know someone that is?
We've launched a new 'Welcome to Auckland' web portal— a helpful and essential guide for anyone making Tāmaki Makaurau their new home.
The portal aims to ease the transition for new residents by acting as a central hub for information, community services, and civic participation, ensuring newcomers feel a sense of belonging from day one.
Explore it by clicking on 'Read More'.
Lovely Writer’s Desk for Sale
Solid timber desk with two drawers,
Excellent condition.
Height 22cm; depth 81cm; width 161ccm
Currently disassembled in storage unit for ease of transport. Buyer must pick up from Albany Storage Unit.
Yours only for $250
Every single blood donation you give can save 3 lives. Blood is needed to help over 29,000 New Zealanders every year. Now there’s a new place you can go to donate blood and help people who need it. NZ Blood’s new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive on Auckland’s North Shore is now open.
… View moreEvery single blood donation you give can save 3 lives. Blood is needed to help over 29,000 New Zealanders every year. Now there’s a new place you can go to donate blood and help people who need it. NZ Blood’s new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive on Auckland’s North Shore is now open.
Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448
325.
One bay of solid pine Lundia shelving with desk shelf, and one standard bay.
The two units are not matching exactly. The one with the desk shelf has wider and deeper shelves.
Photos show assembled and disassembled. In great condition, Standard sizes
1. Shelves with extended desk shelf;
… View moreOne bay of solid pine Lundia shelving with desk shelf, and one standard bay.
The two units are not matching exactly. The one with the desk shelf has wider and deeper shelves.
Photos show assembled and disassembled. In great condition, Standard sizes
1. Shelves with extended desk shelf;
H 182cm W 80cm D 38cm - depth of extended shelf 55cm
2. H 182cm W 80cm D 29cm
The 2 bays are independent and not a matching set.
Great for kid’s bedroom; paint or stain as you wish
The set is yours for $300.
The two of them
Buyer must PICK UP FROM ALBANY STORAGE UNIT.
Lovely Writer’s Desk for Sale
Solid timber desk with two drawers,
Excellent condition.
Height 22cm; depth 81cm; width 161ccm
Currently disassembled in storage unit for ease of transport. Buyer must pick up from Albany Storage Unit.
Yours for only $300
Since 17 October, Biosecurity New Zealand has found 4 confirmed queen hornets and safely removed their nests. Three were detected in Glenfield and one in Birkdale, about 1.3 km from the initial detection in Glenfield.
Yellow-legged hornets pose a biosecurity risk because of their potential … View moreSince 17 October, Biosecurity New Zealand has found 4 confirmed queen hornets and safely removed their nests. Three were detected in Glenfield and one in Birkdale, about 1.3 km from the initial detection in Glenfield.
Yellow-legged hornets pose a biosecurity risk because of their potential impact on honeybee and wild bee populations.
Members of the public are asked to report any sightings of suspected hornets or nests, but only if they have a specimen, a clear photo of the suspected hornet, or have found a possible hornet nest.
Reports can be made through report.mpi.govt.nz or by calling Biosecurity New Zealand’s exotic pest and disease hotline on 0800 809 966.
🔍 Identifying yellow-legged hornets:
The yellow-legged hornet has distinctive dark legs with bright yellow tips. In contrast, common wasp species in New Zealand, such as the German wasp (Vespula germanica), typically have uniformly yellow or yellow-striped legs.
The yellow-legged hornet is also much larger than honey bees and common wasp species seen in New Zealand.
At Ryman, we are making your move even more rewarding.
Sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating village by 30 November 2025, and you’ll get $20,000 back*.
Use it to make your new home your own, take a dream trip, or simply enjoy life’s little luxuries – the … View moreAt Ryman, we are making your move even more rewarding.
Sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating village by 30 November 2025, and you’ll get $20,000 back*.
Use it to make your new home your own, take a dream trip, or simply enjoy life’s little luxuries – the choice is yours!
*Terms and conditions apply.
Still need gifts for your clients and staff? Don’t panic - there’s still time!
Branded tech is always a winner… practical and guaranteed to get used long after Christmas.
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Back Country Cuisine brand Mushroom Bolognaise and Spaghetti Bolognaise
Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip with Gherkins, Capers & Dil
Golden Island brand Pork Jerky Korean BBQ Recipe
Nothing Naughty brand Premium Pea Protein Natural Caramel
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Crywolf Baby Hooded Towels- Lucky Picnic, Lucky Days, Little Lobsters
Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand- Sold at Baby Way
Product Recalls: Toys
⚠️ Asbestos risk in 14 piece Sand Castle Building Set and Blue, Green and Pink Magic Sand - sold at Kmart
⚠️ Asbestos risk in Educational Colours - Rainbow Sand and Creatistics - Coloured Sand - Various Colours
Magnetic Game- sold on Trade Me by Dealbox and various sellers
Music Cube- sold at Panda Mart
6-Sided Cube Toy- sold at Panda Mart
Rubber Duck Figurines- sold at Timezone
Magnetic Fidget Pens
Rubber Duck- sold at GameOn Arcade
Product Recalls: Cosmetics
People4ocean- SPF 50+ Mineral Bioactive Shield Lightly Tinted Cream
Product Recalls: Electronics
Fantastic Four Illuminated Cups- sold at Hoyts Cinemas New Zealand
Belkin BoostCharge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K
Energizer Hard Case Professional Rechargeable Spotlight, 1000 Lumen
Product Recalls: Other
Trek Precaliber bicycle- sold at various retailers
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
New Zealands first dedicated Varicose Vein Clinic Specialising in Non-Surgical, walk in, walk out treatments No GP Referral Needed!
Don’t let painful, swollen, or unsightly veins affect your daily life. Whether you're dealing with throbbing aches, night cramps, swelling, or visible … View moreNew Zealands first dedicated Varicose Vein Clinic Specialising in Non-Surgical, walk in, walk out treatments No GP Referral Needed!
Don’t let painful, swollen, or unsightly veins affect your daily life. Whether you're dealing with throbbing aches, night cramps, swelling, or visible varicose veins, our expert team is here to help.
At The Vein Centre, we specialise exclusively in vein treatments, no distractions, no GP referral required, just fast, effective care tailored to you. Regain comfort and confidence in your legs with the latest minimally invasive treatments.
212 Wairau Road, Glenfield
09 444 5858
info@theveincentre.co.nz
🌿 Air New Zealand reckons the future of air travel lies in AI. To them, AI means boosting efficiency without bumping up prices.
But what do you think? 🤔
Can AI really make flying more personal?
Keen to find out more? 👉 Check out Grant Bradley's piece on the Post
GRAB A BARGAIN – good stocking filler for Christmas
End of line sale of half and full finger gloves
$2.00 per pair
Full finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Half finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Kevlar stitched with double reinforced palms and low cut wrist band with velcro closure
MEASUREMENTS
Glove … View moreGRAB A BARGAIN – good stocking filler for Christmas
End of line sale of half and full finger gloves
$2.00 per pair
Full finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Half finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Kevlar stitched with double reinforced palms and low cut wrist band with velcro closure
MEASUREMENTS
Glove Size Hand Width
SXXX 8 cm
Small 9 cm
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