Castor Bay, Auckland

1325 days ago

Poll: Should all Auckland shops be allowed to trade on Easter Sunday?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Restrictions on trading over Easter have frustrated Auckland retailers desperate for business in the wake of four Covid-19 lockdowns.

Only shops selling certain goods can legally trade on Easter Sunday, and those breaching conditions can be fined up to $1000.

But Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says … View more
Restrictions on trading over Easter have frustrated Auckland retailers desperate for business in the wake of four Covid-19 lockdowns.

Only shops selling certain goods can legally trade on Easter Sunday, and those breaching conditions can be fined up to $1000.

But Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says critics have left it too late, as the process to change trading rules can take over a year.

Local government has had the power to rule on whether retailers can open on Easter Sunday since the National government passed the responsibility down in 2016.

Prior to this, only shops that sell necessities, such as dairies, service stations, and pharmacies, were given exemptions to trade.

Thirty-nine of the country’s 67 councils have created bylaws to date allowing retailers to open if they want, but Auckland, Wellington, and other major centres remain opposed.

Newmarket Business Association chief executive Mark Thomas said the restrictions are “ridiculous and out of date”.

“There are so many discrepancies in the law it seems a bit ludicrous,” he said.

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Should all Auckland shops be allowed to trade on Easter Sunday?
  • 58.3% Yes
    58.3% Complete
  • 38.9% No
    38.9% Complete
  • 2.8% Unsure- it's too complex
    2.8% Complete
1205 votes
1325 days ago

Love rugby? Get all the action delivered straight to your inbox

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.

Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each … View more
Hi neighbours,

We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.

Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each Monday evening at 7pm.

Love rugby? Sign up here.

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1323 days ago

GARAGE SALE

Andy from Sunnynook

GARAGE SALE AT 13 SEQUOIA PLACE, SUNNYNOOK
DATES: 17& 24 APRIL,2021
TIME: 8-12 MORNING

1323 days ago

Safe and Happy Easter Celebration

Baycrest Village

Hi neighbours. Baycrest Village is a most popular place to live! It's sunny, spacious, has private indoor/outdoor living, generous storage, and garages with internal access. The weekly service fees are low.

Baycrest Village is a registered Charitable Trust with a friendly atmosphere.View more
Hi neighbours. Baycrest Village is a most popular place to live! It's sunny, spacious, has private indoor/outdoor living, generous storage, and garages with internal access. The weekly service fees are low.

Baycrest Village is a registered Charitable Trust with a friendly atmosphere. We're a supportive community with Christian values. From all at the Village, we’d like to wish our Community a Safe and Happy Easter Celebration.

For further information about Baycrest Village please email dianne@baycrestvillage.co.nz or phone on (09) 424 2719.
Find out more

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1323 days ago

This Auckland business needs your support!

Prospa

A huge congratulations to Lynnae Palu from F45 Training Takapuna. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now she needs your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, Lynnae Palu. Thanks for bringing … View more
A huge congratulations to Lynnae Palu from F45 Training Takapuna. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now she needs your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, Lynnae Palu. Thanks for bringing joy to your community.

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Nominated by Becky West from Takapuna: "With no ability to trade in Level 3 or above, they still keep their members engaged and motivated with online workouts and daily challenges even though memberships are on hold and the gym is closed. They really are more like a family than a gym ❤️."
Vote for Lynnae

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1324 days ago

Plunket Photo Fundraiser

Sarah from Forrest Hill

Update your Family photo album and support Plunket at the same time.
For a bargain price of $120 you will receive a
* 15 minute sitting time with the photographer

* 5 digital images of your choice

Extra images are available to purchase through the photographer for $20 each.

$30 of the photo … View more
Update your Family photo album and support Plunket at the same time.
For a bargain price of $120 you will receive a
* 15 minute sitting time with the photographer

* 5 digital images of your choice

Extra images are available to purchase through the photographer for $20 each.

$30 of the photo sitting fee will be donated to Plunket North Shore contributing towards our presence in the community.

A massive thank you to Veronica Jean Photography & Thaty Cargnelutti Photography. For working with Plunket again & helping us fundraise!

To book your sitting time please contact:

Sarah.Gracie-Compain@plunket.org.nz

021870494

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1324 days ago

PumpHouse Theatre Open Day

Amy from The PumpHouse Theatre

We warmly invite you to our first annual open day at The PumpHouse Theatre.
Take a free tour backstage and learn the secrets of The PumpHouse – see where the actors get ready and where the technical crew stay hidden from view. After a tour, stroll through market stalls or grab something to eat … View more
We warmly invite you to our first annual open day at The PumpHouse Theatre.
Take a free tour backstage and learn the secrets of The PumpHouse – see where the actors get ready and where the technical crew stay hidden from view. After a tour, stroll through market stalls or grab something to eat from our the French Rendez-vous Café or our selection of food trucks.
Local entertainers will be performing throughout the day – or grab a costume to try on and strike a pose with your favourite theatrical prop. If behind the scenes is more your thing you can try your hand at lighting the stage in the Coal Bunker studio
The PumpHouse Theatre open day is a free, family-friendly event not to be missed.

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1324 days ago

Say NO to short car trips

EECA

Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.

So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transportView more
Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.

So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport such as biking, scooting and walking when making trips under two kilometres.

That's why we've launched the ShopPack - a New Zealand-first backpack-style reusable shopping bag to let you keep your hands free on the move.
Find out more

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1324 days ago

The team from Wee Jobs

Wee Jobs

Hi Neighbours – The team from Wee Jobs would like to introduce Wee Jobs to your community.

We all have small jobs and tasks that come up around the house, waiting for someone with the time and skills to do them. Wee Jobs provides attractively priced solutions with our team of competent staff … View more
Hi Neighbours – The team from Wee Jobs would like to introduce Wee Jobs to your community.

We all have small jobs and tasks that come up around the house, waiting for someone with the time and skills to do them. Wee Jobs provides attractively priced solutions with our team of competent staff who are ready and eager to help you with those small tasks. With Wee Jobs, you know what you’re paying upfront and don’t get billed until the job is completed.

Wee Jobs offers a range of offerings from Light Bulb Replacements, Smoke Alarm Installations, to Kitset Assembly Services (and lots in between). If you can’t find what you are looking for, you can simply ‘request a special job’, and one of our friendly team members will get back to you with a competitive quote. Wee Jobs is brought to you by Wells, who has 35 years of experience and recognition delivering dependable services to New Zealand homes. Book your Wee Job now.
Learn more

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1324 days ago

BEAUTIFUL WHITE DRESSER, $570 ONO

Linda from Milford

This beautiful white dressing table is in great condition. The drawers slide smoothly. The inside are very clean. There are some marks on the outside that probably can be cleaned. Please refer to the photos. I don’t see any scratches.
Selling just because my daughter left for Uni.

Size: 97cm … View more
This beautiful white dressing table is in great condition. The drawers slide smoothly. The inside are very clean. There are some marks on the outside that probably can be cleaned. Please refer to the photos. I don’t see any scratches.
Selling just because my daughter left for Uni.

Size: 97cm x 39cm x 82cm (the height of the mirror 100cm)

Pick up is from North Shore, Auckland

Negotiable

1324 days ago

Garde Manger

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Garde Manger Assessment for our Diploma Level 5 chef who must create a cold platter featuring fish (that they have filleted) with one fillet smoked and transformed into a smoked fish mousse; the other fillet cured and presented as a crudo with pickled cucumber & radish.
Freshly baked Grissini … View more
Garde Manger Assessment for our Diploma Level 5 chef who must create a cold platter featuring fish (that they have filleted) with one fillet smoked and transformed into a smoked fish mousse; the other fillet cured and presented as a crudo with pickled cucumber & radish.
Freshly baked Grissini and a Petit Salad complement their presentation.

1325 days ago

Ambigrams

NumberWorks'nWords Takapuna

Have you heard of Ambigrams? Are you able to show any other examples?

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1325 days ago

Brother - Laser Printer

Sacha from Takapuna

Brother Laser Printer / Copy / Scan - Black
Model - HL - L2380DW
All in working order. Good condition.
Needs new toner.
Feel free to message or contact me on 0275666226 if you are interested or have any questions.
Pick up to be arranged from my Takapuna address.

Price: $50

1325 days ago

Freedom Furniture - Pewter Wardrobe Unit

Sacha from Takapuna

Freedom Furniture - Free Standing Wardrobe Unit - Pewter - Sturdy Metal
On wheels with 3 shelves. Storage space on top and bottom as well.
Great for storage & ideal for a studio or apartment with limited wardrobe space.

Dimensions:
Height including wheels = 168cm
Length = 135cm
Width = 37cm

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Freedom Furniture - Free Standing Wardrobe Unit - Pewter - Sturdy Metal
On wheels with 3 shelves. Storage space on top and bottom as well.
Great for storage & ideal for a studio or apartment with limited wardrobe space.

Dimensions:
Height including wheels = 168cm
Length = 135cm
Width = 37cm

Comes with all nuts & bolts & hooks to hang gear.

Primo condition.

Message or contact me on 0275666226 if you are interested or have any questions.

Pick up to be arranged from my storage unit located at Mt Roskill.

Price: $250

1325 days ago

Endeavour Slat Bed & Mattress - Queen

Sacha from Takapuna

Endeavour crafted Queen size wooden framed Slat Bed with mattress.

Sturdy frame once bolted.

Comes with original nuts & bolts.

In fairly good condition but ideal if you want a low level spruce up project - re a sand & stain.

Missing one of the wooden square features situated on the foot… View more
Endeavour crafted Queen size wooden framed Slat Bed with mattress.

Sturdy frame once bolted.

Comes with original nuts & bolts.

In fairly good condition but ideal if you want a low level spruce up project - re a sand & stain.

Missing one of the wooden square features situated on the foot board.

I of the slats will need replacing or fixing post a previous repair.

Mattress - still firm - no sagging. Fabric slightly torn in two places on the same side. Refer to the photos for a closer look.

All in all a sturdy beast of a bed with character if that is the look you are going for!

Feel free to message or contact me at 0275666226 if you have any questions.

Pick up from my storage unit located at Mt Roskill.

Price: $200

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