Cockle Bay, Auckland

Time to tidy that garage?

Time to tidy that garage?

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1554 days ago

Report illegal rubbish dumping

The Team from Auckland Council

If you see dumped rubbish, call us at 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.

Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.

For more info on how to dispose of unwanted items, visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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1556 days ago

Plants

Mulianah from Bucklands Beach

Hi, I’m giving away young plants.. Kale.. Dill.. Silverbeet.. Broad Beans.. Beetroot.. Leek.. Calendula.. Mums.. Gazania.. Swan Plant.. all bare rooted.. contactless pick up.

1554 days ago

Find your new favourite artworks online

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

For the first time in its history, this year will see the Auckland Art Fair go online. From 11am NZST on Thursday 30 April until Sunday 17 May, Artfair.co.nz will be hosting a Virtual Art Fair where you will discover more than 30 galleries from New Zealand and Australia displaying works that would … View moreFor the first time in its history, this year will see the Auckland Art Fair go online. From 11am NZST on Thursday 30 April until Sunday 17 May, Artfair.co.nz will be hosting a Virtual Art Fair where you will discover more than 30 galleries from New Zealand and Australia displaying works that would have otherwise been seen at the 2020 Auckland Art Fair.

The Virtual Art Fair is in recognition of the artists who have already made special works for the Auckland Art Fair that couldn’t happen, and the galleries who have supported them in doing so.

“It comes at a time of global uncertainty, when the importance of art, community and culture are especially apparent,” their team said in a recent statement.

The Auckland Art Fair is designed to be “a celebration – as best we can – of the talent and diversity of art making by artists from our region; not only across New Zealand and Australia, but also around the wider Pacific-rim. We hope that, wherever possible, some of these artists and galleries will be supported by someone buying a work of art.”

Browse, look, enquire and consider as you get to know new galleries and artists in support of contemporary culture at a time when the artists and galleries really need it.

Find out more at www.artfair.co.nz.

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1555 days ago

Social distancing

Marie from Bucklands Beach

Please people... please keep your distance when out walking. The majority are very considerate but a few people think social distancing doesn't apply to them. I am not out walking as much now because it's not as enjoyable and I'm finding that it's me having to move up the bank … View morePlease people... please keep your distance when out walking. The majority are very considerate but a few people think social distancing doesn't apply to them. I am not out walking as much now because it's not as enjoyable and I'm finding that it's me having to move up the bank or into the road so we can pass safely. I may have white/grey hair but that does not make me invisible. Please can I suggest we all walk on the left hand side .. in the same direction as cars...where possible.. we will then all walk in the same direction.. and cyclists and runners on the road as much as possible. I really do not want to go back to level 4. Thank you

1554 days ago

Photo Restoration Services - LEVEL3 UPDATE

Richard from PixelFIX - Photo Restoration

WE ARE OPEN


Following the move from Level 4 down to Level 3. I just wanted to update everyone on how they can still get their photos restored. We are now able to accept none contact personal drop offs and pick ups of Photos. Masks and gloves will be worn during personal consultations and safe … View more
WE ARE OPEN


Following the move from Level 4 down to Level 3. I just wanted to update everyone on how they can still get their photos restored. We are now able to accept none contact personal drop offs and pick ups of Photos. Masks and gloves will be worn during personal consultations and safe distances will be kept. Therefore we can keep everyone safe during this difficult crisis. You can find out more about the Level 3 conditions at the governments Covid-19 website.

PERSONAL DROP OFFS
To arrange a personal drop off please contact me either by email or call me on 022 6373533. Our usual business hours are as follows;

Mon-Fri 10am - 5.30pm
Sat By Appointment
Sun Closed

Please bring along all of the photos that you would like us to have a look at. We are able to offer courier deliveries of all your completed restorations to reduce additional travel and risks if you prefer. We are able to turn things around quite quickly at the moment so please help to support your local businesses to get back up and running.

INTERNET
The upload facility on our web page are available 24hrs a day, 7 days a week. To use this service you will need to scan your photo or take a photo of it by using your phone. A great APP to help with this is Google PhotoScan app which is available at the Google Play Store. If you need help with any of this then please give me a call and I'll be happy to talk you through the process. There are details of the scanning requirements on our Photo Restoration page in the FAQs section.

COURIER
You can send us your photo via a courier service. Pass the Parcel is a very good service that will pick up from your home and take payment online. If you are able to visit the Post Shop then of course just pop your photo into a courier bag and let the lovely people at the Post Shop do the rest. Once your photo has arrived I can get to work on the restoration. I can also return the restore photos by courier as well.

1554 days ago

Have you signed up for free gardening advice yet?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say chillies are hot stuff and share our recipe for Sudden Death Salsa. It’s time to plant bulbs, cut and dry lemon verbena, enjoy autumn flowers indoors, admire heirloom corn and flout the seed spacing rules. Find out where to buy seeds, bulbs, seedlings, flowers, … View moreIn this week’s issue we say chillies are hot stuff and share our recipe for Sudden Death Salsa. It’s time to plant bulbs, cut and dry lemon verbena, enjoy autumn flowers indoors, admire heirloom corn and flout the seed spacing rules. Find out where to buy seeds, bulbs, seedlings, flowers, shrubs, trees and gardening gear for online retail therapy. Also be in to win the May issue of NZ Gardener.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1554 days ago

Congratulations to our winner

The Team from Readers Tours

A huge thank you to everyone who completed our website questionnaire.

⭐️ Congratulations to our $50 Prezzy Card winner, Christine ⭐️

We were overwhelmed by the responses and look forward to making the necessary changes to improve our website experience.

www.readerstours.co.nz...

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1555 days ago

Paint a wooden chair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Take one plain wooden dining chair and make it a stand-alone statement piece with two Resene colours. You don’t always need a full set of dining chairs; they can be statement pieces all on their own!

You could use a chair like this in a home office, as a plant stand, or as a bedside table for … View more
Take one plain wooden dining chair and make it a stand-alone statement piece with two Resene colours. You don’t always need a full set of dining chairs; they can be statement pieces all on their own!

You could use a chair like this in a home office, as a plant stand, or as a bedside table for your books and lamp. Painting one chair is an easy way to inject a bit of colour into a room too.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1555 days ago

You asked, we answered!

The Team from Auckland Museum

Recently, we put out a call on our social media channels for Kiwi kids to submit their burning questions about Auckland Museum. We received queries about everything from dinosaurs to war memorial to natural science. Here are our curators' replies to some of those tough questions.

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Recently, we put out a call on our social media channels for Kiwi kids to submit their burning questions about Auckland Museum. We received queries about everything from dinosaurs to war memorial to natural science. Here are our curators' replies to some of those tough questions.

www.youtube.com...

Discover more answers to questions you never even knew you had over at our Auckland Museum at Home hub!

www.aucklandmuseum.com...

1555 days ago

Hospital visiting policy for Alert Level 3

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

An important health message to our community:

In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances or on compassionate grounds family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital. Compassionate or exceptional grounds could include a … View more
An important health message to our community:

In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances or on compassionate grounds family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital. Compassionate or exceptional grounds could include a nominated family member to support:

● A patient through end of life care;
● Someone who has been in hospital for a long time
● A child in hospital
● Women giving birth in a maternity facility

Whānau who want to visit a patient will need to be from that patient’s own “bubble” and will need to request a visit in advance by speaking to a Charge Nurse or Midwife Manager. You can stay connected with your Whānau by calling or texting them.

For more information and contact details for all our sites visit:
www.countiesmanukau.health.nz
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1555 days ago

Restore your curtains & blinds - contactless pick-up and delivery service

The Team from

Thank you to our loyal customers for your patience during the Alert Level 4 lock-down period.

We are now open and able to service your requirements with a contactless pick-up and delivery service.

The experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould … View more
Thank you to our loyal customers for your patience during the Alert Level 4 lock-down period.

We are now open and able to service your requirements with a contactless pick-up and delivery service.

The experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould spores that leave your curtains and blinds looking less than their best. Because your window furnishings are valuable, and must be carefully maintained, you can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes and blinds.

We have been professionally cleaning curtains and blinds for Aucklanders for over 20 years, so call us to obtain a free quote or visit our website.

We will have a contactless pick-up and delivery service during this Alert Level 3 period.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
Find out more

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1561 days ago

Anzac Day 2020

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

It's an Anzac Day like no other, with ceremonies cancelled nationwide due to Covid-19. But Kiwis aren't letting it get in the way of remembering our fallen war heroes.
Keep up with Stuff's live coverage by clicking the link below.
Did your family stand at your driveway at dawn? Tell … View more
It's an Anzac Day like no other, with ceremonies cancelled nationwide due to Covid-19. But Kiwis aren't letting it get in the way of remembering our fallen war heroes.
Keep up with Stuff's live coverage by clicking the link below.
Did your family stand at your driveway at dawn? Tell us how your family commemorated in the comments, please type NFP if your comment is not for publication.
Lest we forget.

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1564 days ago

Please share an ANZAC story with us Auckland...

RSA

Dear Auckland - ANZAC Day will look a little different for us this year - however, there are many ways for you to acknowledge the incredible men and women who have served our communities and given their lives for our country.

We invite you to share a memory or photo to commemorate this special … View more
Dear Auckland - ANZAC Day will look a little different for us this year - however, there are many ways for you to acknowledge the incredible men and women who have served our communities and given their lives for our country.

We invite you to share a memory or photo to commemorate this special day on Neighbourly below. It could be a story of a member in your family who served - or perhaps the way you and your family celebrate ANZAC Day each year. (It might even be a photo of your freshly baked can't be-beaten ANZAC cookies).

We also invite you to take part in Stand at Dawn and join us at 6:00 am on Saturday 25 April. Stand at your letterbox, at the front door, in your lounge rooms, balconies, in your driveway. Wherever you are in the world, stand with us and take a moment to remember our fallen – but please stay within your ‘bubble’.

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1556 days ago

Special Promotion!

Lucky's Sports Bar & Restaurant

We know everyone has had it hard the last 4 weeks so to show our appreciation we are excited to give you this offer.
Just for Alert Level 3 when you order food from us we will give you a free bar tab equivalent to 50% of your order value which can be redeemed when we fully open.
That's pretty … View more
We know everyone has had it hard the last 4 weeks so to show our appreciation we are excited to give you this offer.
Just for Alert Level 3 when you order food from us we will give you a free bar tab equivalent to 50% of your order value which can be redeemed when we fully open.
That's pretty much 50% off!

We are open from Tuesday to Sunday for dinners. Place your orders at luckys.co.nz OR luckys.booknorder.co.nz OR ubereats.

T&C's apply.

What are you waiting for? GET ORDERING!

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