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414 days ago

WIN $5,000 for your home, thanks to the 2023 Parnell and Resene Décor Promotion

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mairangi Bay

Parnell is once again running its very successful annual décor competition. This year Parnell has partnered with Resene to make this promotion even more exciting and provides participants the chance to win!

By entering the competition, you can win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell … View more
Parnell is once again running its very successful annual décor competition. This year Parnell has partnered with Resene to make this promotion even more exciting and provides participants the chance to win!

By entering the competition, you can win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell Business Association, to spend in one of the eligible participating décor outlets in Parnell. Plus, this year there will be a ‘Resene room makeover’ along with a free Resene colour consultation valued at $1000.

All you need to do to enter and be in with the chance to WIN is:

Click on the Resene colour theme you love the most and your favourite Parnell décor item within that theme, then enter the competition by filling out the entry form.

You can enter as many times as you like!

Competition closes at midnight on Tuesday 31 October and the winner will be drawn soon after.

For more info and to enter, click the link!

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414 days ago

Pavers free

Peeter from Torbay - Long Bay

25 pavers free to a good home collect Torbay area

Free

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415 days ago

Storage Ideas For The Bathroom

William Sanders Retirement Village

Design doesn’t end at the bathroom door. It’s a great place to create some cool storage space in your independent living apartment. If you’re not a fan of various bottles littering the floor, try a shower stool. Plus, it’s a great place to sit while washing or to shave your legs.

Ladder… View more
Design doesn’t end at the bathroom door. It’s a great place to create some cool storage space in your independent living apartment. If you’re not a fan of various bottles littering the floor, try a shower stool. Plus, it’s a great place to sit while washing or to shave your legs.

Ladder shelves are very affordable and take up minimal room. They’re perfect for rolled towels and accessories that can live on the bottom shelves with more important products on the top.

Utilise the back of the bathroom door to hide towels, swimsuits and bathrobes by using some hanging hooks.

Click for more clever apartment storage ideas.

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415 days ago

Bird & bee sanctuary

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mairangi Bay

Create a birdbath with a natural sandstone paint effect with Resene Sandtex.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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419 days ago

Discrimination against elderly and disabled people

Dianne from Windsor Park

At 76, I’m experiencing difficulty waking because of 2 bad knees. When I do a quick shop, I am forced to walk to the farthest area, end of last aisle, in food stores to get 2 basic, essential products - milk and bread. This is a deliberate, calculated strategy to force people to walk past all … View moreAt 76, I’m experiencing difficulty waking because of 2 bad knees. When I do a quick shop, I am forced to walk to the farthest area, end of last aisle, in food stores to get 2 basic, essential products - milk and bread. This is a deliberate, calculated strategy to force people to walk past all the food displays and all the aisles in an attempt to get me to impulsively buy food on the way there. Despite using a grocery trolley, I start to suffer pain on the way there. With all their ads about ‘taking care of their customers’, the don’t give a rat’s ass about vunerable people in our society at all. They offer nothing for the frail customers other than one grocery chain who offer a ‘no noise? low light’ half day, which costs them nothing. As usual, it’s all about profit. Grocery stores are not our friends, especially for us oldies.

416 days ago

#RWCfans

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've loving our Rugby World Cup fans sharing their photos on Neighbourly and bringing the spirit!

These fans below have won some spot prizes, keep sharing your photos to be in to win!

416 days ago

North Shore Brass Band Centennial Celebrations concert

Colin from Murrays Bay

North Shore Brass centennial concert to feature NZ champion musicians and Don McGlashan

One of New Zealand's iconic composers, singers and multi-instrumentalist, Don McGlashan, will join some of New Zealand's star brass musicians at the North Shore Brass Band Centennial … View more
North Shore Brass centennial concert to feature NZ champion musicians and Don McGlashan

One of New Zealand's iconic composers, singers and multi-instrumentalist, Don McGlashan, will join some of New Zealand's star brass musicians at the North Shore Brass Band Centennial Celebrations—A Century of Brass—at the Bruce Mason Centre this month.

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416 days ago

Come celebrate Artweek - Meet the Artists!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mairangi Bay

A selection of renowned Auckland based artists, including Vjekoslav Nemesh and Liam Downes will be working on their latest inspirations ‘live' at their easels.

From expressionism to impressionism, from fantasy to real life. Discover what makes them do what they do; the process, the … View more
A selection of renowned Auckland based artists, including Vjekoslav Nemesh and Liam Downes will be working on their latest inspirations ‘live' at their easels.

From expressionism to impressionism, from fantasy to real life. Discover what makes them do what they do; the process, the obstacles, the rewards.

The artists will be on hand to answer your queries and to share tips and techniques - we promise they won’t bite!

The artists:
• Vjekoslav Nemesh | artist, art tutor
• Liam Downes | artist, designer, illustrator
• Craig Fletcher | artist, ceramicist, jeweller

At Freyberg Place and Ellen Melville Centre
6-11 October 10am – 3pm and 12 October 10am – 9pm

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416 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene

Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask … View more
Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask our staff for expert advice on everything from choosing the right colour and paint to how to apply it for the best finish.
Find out more

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417 days ago

It's a good time for planting

Gabrielle Elborough from Sell with Gabrielle, Mairangi Bay & North Shore

Sunshine 😎
It's a good time for planting.
Call Gabrielle today. 021 257 5018
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www.barfoot.co.nz...
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#mairangibay #campbellsbay #murraysbay #rothesaybay #castorbay #torbay #milfordbeach #totaravale #sunnynook #forresthill #pinehill #brownsbay #albany #oteha #unsworthheights #takapuna… View more
Sunshine 😎
It's a good time for planting.
Call Gabrielle today. 021 257 5018
.
www.barfoot.co.nz...
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#mairangibay #campbellsbay #murraysbay #rothesaybay #castorbay #torbay #milfordbeach #totaravale #sunnynook #forresthill #pinehill #brownsbay #albany #oteha #unsworthheights #takapuna #northshorehomenz #eastcoastbays #sellwithgabrielle #buywithgabrielle #barfootmairangi #barfootmairangibay
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419 days ago

What's it like living with a loud voice

Sanda Reporter from Stuff

Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you… View more
Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you can relate to any such scenario, I would love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or you can email me at sanda.arambepola@stuff.co.nz
Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article.

Thank you for taking the time to share your stories.

417 days ago

Rental.

Pauline from Windsor Park

Hi Neighbourly home owners,

If you are thinking to put your home on rent in Feb 2024 then I am happy to take that option as well. I am ready to move from Dec 2023 onwards as my stay is flexible.

Many thanks,
Pauline

417 days ago

Kiwi Rugby Fever: WIN SKY Sport!

The Team from NZ Compare

We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

View more
We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

But that's not all! Many broadband plans currently offer FREE subscriptions to top streaming services. It's the perfect time to switch!
Compare your broadband and power bills to save big this Spring!
COMPARE NOW: www.broadbandcompare.co.nz...

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419 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
418 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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