Cockle Bay, Auckland

Final chance for tickets!

Final chance for tickets!

For only $15 a ticket, you could win a fully furnished home located in beautiful Mangawhai. Buy your tickets today!

2136 days ago

Poll: Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The … View more
Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.

Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?

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Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?
  • 77.6% Yes, let's get rid of them
    77.6% Complete
  • 22.4% No, plastic straws are useful
    22.4% Complete
2774 votes
2136 days ago

Bali for over women over 35

Sharon from Sunnyhills

Hi all!!
I’ve set up a small business taking ladies over 35 to Bali.
Our first trip is January 2019 if you know anyone who may be interested. All the information is available on my website or send me a message, thanks 😀
Www.solokiwiventures.com

Price: $1,295

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2136 days ago

ToolBox Baby & Toddler Course

St Columba Presbyterian Church

Anyone is welome to register for this 6-week Parenting Place course that is fun, practical and inspirational. It will be a small group, run by a trained facilitator that is tailored to your needs. Topics covered will include:
Parent types
Developmental stages
Tools for engaging cooperation
View more
Anyone is welome to register for this 6-week Parenting Place course that is fun, practical and inspirational. It will be a small group, run by a trained facilitator that is tailored to your needs. Topics covered will include:
Parent types
Developmental stages
Tools for engaging cooperation
Discipline
Making memories
Being the parent your child needs
Cost is $75 per person or $110 per couple. Need a subsidy? Just ask.
It will run from 3pm-5pm on Sunday afternoons from 28 October to 2 December in the St Columba youth hall, 480 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany.
Free, quality childcare is available. Bookings for this is essential by emailing alex@stcolumba.org.nz or phoning 274-4864. Register for the course online at theparentingplace.com or contact Elmarie Hope for any questions by emailing elmarie.k.hope@gmal.com

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2136 days ago

If the warranty has ended, it doesn't mean your rights have!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.

The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.

If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.

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2136 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

www.facebook.com...

2141 days ago

Is this the solution to Auckland's traffic woes?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and … View more
Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and Spark collect from our smartphones is being studied to try and solve Auckland's biggest transport problems.

For example, some data is being used to help monitor the performance of new state highway infrastructure or upgrades, including measuring travel times through the Waterview Tunnel.

What are your thoughts on this? Were you aware of it? Do you think a solution to your city's roads can be found in the data? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2136 days ago

$9 million bus interchange complete

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Half Moon Bay's bus interchange opened on Sunday, so transferring between a ferry and bus at Half Moon Bay is now simpler and safer.

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2136 days ago

2007 Mazda CX-7 2.3L AWD Turbo Cruising Edition

Cj from Golflands

85,000km Dark Grey


Well looked after serviced regularly
Black Leather heated seats + all bells and whistles
Cruising model with different body kit
Reversing camera and left wheel side camera
Parking sensors… View more
85,000km Dark Grey


Well looked after serviced regularly
Black Leather heated seats + all bells and whistles
Cruising model with different body kit
Reversing camera and left wheel side camera
Parking sensors
Mechanically sound
New Tyres
Currently used as company vehicle selling as upgrading
Great Condition


Photos on request


email callum.cattle@hotmail.com
phone 021 1000 669

Price: $14,500

2136 days ago

MECOSS Newsletter

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS), optimises the delivery of Health, Safety and Education to Auckland’s, Manukau East community through Social Services, Networking, Capacity-Building and Advocacy.
The latest MECOSS Newsletter is attached.

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28 SEPT 2018 MECOSS NEWSLETTER.pdf Download View

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2136 days ago

HOLIDAY CARE AND HOME-BASED CHILDCARE

Edna from Botany Downs

Hi Everyone,

Need care for your children this holiday or Homebased Childcare for your little ones?

I am Police vetted, have an ECE Level 4 Certificate and has a current firstaid certificate, has experience with disability childcare, did childcare for over 7 years now and am still very … View more
Hi Everyone,

Need care for your children this holiday or Homebased Childcare for your little ones?

I am Police vetted, have an ECE Level 4 Certificate and has a current firstaid certificate, has experience with disability childcare, did childcare for over 7 years now and am still very passionate about my career.

I offer the following:
Homebased Childcare (Ages 0 - 6)
Lots of activities every day
Backup Care when needed and where possible
Open from 7am - 7pm
Lots of love and learn while playing
Holiday Care when spaces are available

Give me a call on 0211 844 624 to make an appointment to discuss your specific needs and requirements. Looking forward to hear from you....

2136 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2137 days ago

Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Nesting magpies can be particularly aggressive about defending their young – see how to stay safe when they swoop.

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