East Tamaki, Auckland

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

26 days ago

⚠️ Fraud Awareness Week: Shop Smart and Stay Scam-Safe

The Team from Netsafe

Scams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle … View more
Scams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle products.
FEAR: ‘Limited time deals’ messaging, fake ‘missed delivery’ updates

✋ Remember the SCAMS red flags:
Surprise contact
Control or pressure
Access to your device
Money request
Stop and seek support

If you think you’ve been scammed, stop contact, call your bank, and change your passwords.

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22 days ago

The Rangitoto Summit Track is definitely an iconic Auckland adventure 🌋… but what other hidden gems does the city have for locals and visitors?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Press recently featured Rangitoto, and it got the Neighbourly team curious…

We want to know: Which walks in and around Auckland do you think are underrated and worth exploring? 🌿✨

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20 days ago

Garden pots

Ann from Pakuranga

Free garden pots. Must collect

Free

21 days ago

Enterprise Cars Mega Stock Clearance

Enterpirse Cars

Enterprise Motor Group is thrilled to bring you the MEGA STOCK CLEARANCE SALE! With over 600 vehicles in stock across the group and fresh arrivals daily, your perfect car is waiting. Save up to $3000 or enjoy a cashback — PLUS get a FREE tank of fuel with every purchase until 30 November!

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Enterprise Motor Group is thrilled to bring you the MEGA STOCK CLEARANCE SALE! With over 600 vehicles in stock across the group and fresh arrivals daily, your perfect car is waiting. Save up to $3000 or enjoy a cashback — PLUS get a FREE tank of fuel with every purchase until 30 November!

We’re clearing over 400 cars - all priced to go! Drive away today with $0 deposit finance from just $55 a week.*
Find out more

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21 days ago

Papatoetoe Christmas parade

Derek from Papatoetoe

Hi all just seen this on face book. Nearly time for the Papatoetoe Santa parade Wednesday 3 December and this year there is a rain date. Wednesday 10 December

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22 days ago

Christmas

Derek from Papatoetoe

hello every 🐈‍⬛ 🐕 and human its the one and only Queen Gem of Papatoetoe here to let you know i have put up my Christmas tree for 2025. Yes i know it’s early but next weekend when i was going to do it I sudden remembered I was busy that weekend.
So here you go enjoy
Queen Gem of … View more
hello every 🐈‍⬛ 🐕 and human its the one and only Queen Gem of Papatoetoe here to let you know i have put up my Christmas tree for 2025. Yes i know it’s early but next weekend when i was going to do it I sudden remembered I was busy that weekend.
So here you go enjoy
Queen Gem of Papatoetoe

22 days ago

Roadworks on SH20 between Cavendish Drive and Massey Road

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 25 to 27 November, SH20 will be closed in both directions at night-time (10pm to 5am) between Cavendish Drive and Massey Road. This is to allow for the safe installation of a new electronic overheadsign near the Portage Road overbridge

Signposted detours will be in place but expect delays … View more
From 25 to 27 November, SH20 will be closed in both directions at night-time (10pm to 5am) between Cavendish Drive and Massey Road. This is to allow for the safe installation of a new electronic overheadsign near the Portage Road overbridge

Signposted detours will be in place but expect delays to your journey.
Click to find out more

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22 days ago

Create timeless garden art with Faux Rust

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

Create garden art that’s aged to perfection with Resene FX Faux Rust Effect. Find out how to make and paint your own garden sculpture with Resene FX Faux Rust Effect and these easy step by step instructions.

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22 days ago

Warrant to arrest: Kayci Tapine

The Team from Counties Manukau Police

Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Kayci Tapine, 27, who has a warrant for her arrest.

Police believe someone may have information on her whereabouts.
Tapine is known to have connections in the Bay of Plenty, Counties Manukau, and Waikato regions.

Anyone… View more
Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Kayci Tapine, 27, who has a warrant for her arrest.

Police believe someone may have information on her whereabouts.
Tapine is known to have connections in the Bay of Plenty, Counties Manukau, and Waikato regions.

Anyone with information is urged to call 111 immediately and quote file number 250208/8621.

Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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23 days ago

Know a Local Legend? Let’s Celebrate Them!

Neighbourly Team

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 more
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 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!

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32 days ago

Scam Alert: Text from Police

The Team from New Zealand Police

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.

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23 days ago

Essential guide to new life in Tāmaki Makaurau

The Team from Auckland Council

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 more
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 information, community services, and civic participation, ensuring newcomers feel a sense of belonging from day one.

Explore it by clicking on 'Read More'.

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23 days ago

Poll: Weekend laugh question

Derek from Papatoetoe

hi all with only 6 more weekend left before 2025 ends i would like to know.
Should i carry on with the weekend laughs next year 2026

Weekend laugh question
  • 75% yes
    75% Complete
  • 0% no
    0% Complete
  • 0% Only if Queen Gem of Papatoetoe does them
    0% Complete
  • 25% Give it a break for summer
    25% Complete
12 votes
24 days ago

Twice The Joy, Twice The Toys

Visionwest

This Christmas, your generosity goes twice as far – all season long.

Every dollar you give to Visionwest will be doubled, helping Auckland families put food on the table and choose a special gift for their children this Christmas.

Last year over 2,000 children were supported and received … View more
This Christmas, your generosity goes twice as far – all season long.

Every dollar you give to Visionwest will be doubled, helping Auckland families put food on the table and choose a special gift for their children this Christmas.

Last year over 2,000 children were supported and received gifts, with more than 1,100 whānau able to celebrate Christmas with dignity and joy.

Together, we can do even more this year.

Double your impact.
Donate today

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25 days ago

Message from Queen Gem

Derek from Papatoetoe

Hi all sorry I haven’t been in touch for awhile but as all cats and all cat lovers will know we are very busy Here is a quick photo my human took off me been busy

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