Eastern Beach, Auckland

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48 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment … View more
Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!

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52 days ago

Poll: πŸŽƒ Which furry fiend deserves the Spooktober crown? πŸ‘‘

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It’s time to cast your vote for Neighbourly’s Fang-tastic Pet! πŸΎπŸ‘»

Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
πŸ•· Nevado from Saint Johns – a spooky spider with serious style
πŸ‘» Munchkin from New Lynn – rocking his chillingly cute getup
🦴 Bruce from New Brighton – give… View more
It’s time to cast your vote for Neighbourly’s Fang-tastic Pet! πŸΎπŸ‘»

Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
πŸ•· Nevado from Saint Johns – a spooky spider with serious style
πŸ‘» Munchkin from New Lynn – rocking his chillingly cute getup
🦴 Bruce from New Brighton – give this ghoul a hand!
πŸ¦‡ Wednesday from Trentham – representing the family in true spooky fashion

Vote for your favourite and help crown this year’s Fang-tastic Pet Champion! πŸ†
The winning costume will take home a $200 Prezzy Card! πŸ’Έ

πŸ•ΈοΈ Don’t ghost us β€” vote now!

πŸŽƒ Which furry fiend deserves the Spooktober crown? πŸ‘‘
  • 9.6% Nevado – a spooky spider with serious style
    9.6% Complete
  • 38.1% Munchkin – rocking his chillingly cute getup
    38.1% Complete
  • 37.9% Bruce – give this ghoul a hand!
    37.9% Complete
  • 14.5% Wednesday – representing the family
    14.5% Complete
544 votes
48 days ago

Top cash paid !!!

Car Removal Auckland

Dead or alive we pay cash for any unwanted cars, Vans, Trucks, 4x4, and Ute's.

Call our free phone 0800 333 314 now for a free appraisal or text to 021 303 903

Locally owned and Operated
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58 days ago

πŸ’ͺπŸ‘·β€β™€οΈπŸ’πŸ§‘β€πŸ­ Who inspires you to do your best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Labour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?

As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who… View more
Labour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?

As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who inspires you to give your best? Your family, community leaders, coworkers, or someone else?

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51 days ago

Craft Your Feathered Friends with Pinecones and Favourite Resene Colours!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

These kākāpō, rainbow lorikeet and ruru birds are a hoot for the kids to make using pinecones and their favourite Resene colours. Find out how to make and paint your own feathered friends with these easy step by step instructions.

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66 days ago

πŸΎπŸŽƒ Is your pet ready to strut their spooky stuff?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!

Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card πŸ†

*Unleash your … View more
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!

Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card πŸ†

*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!

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52 days ago

Warrant to arrest: Norman Talo

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.

Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.

Anyone with information is urged not to approach him … View more
Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.

Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.

Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 241018/9095.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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52 days ago

Protecting the TΕ«puna Maunga: Fire Safety Closures Return for 2025

The Team from Auckland Council

Aucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 TΕ«puna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. πŸ”₯🚫
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites β€” including Te Pane o Mataoho / Māngere Mountain last year. Even one spark… View more
Aucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 TΕ«puna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. πŸ”₯🚫
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites β€” including Te Pane o Mataoho / Māngere Mountain last year. Even one spark can harm the cultural and natural beauty of our maunga.
Let’s protect these special places together.

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54 days ago

The Supermarket Tantrum

Mel W from Restorying Journey

It happened in the middle of the supermarket.
My child wanted the blue lollipop, not the red one. Then β€” the tears, the screams, the looks from strangers. πŸ˜”

For a moment, I felt my own body tense β€” embarrassed, frustrated, helpless.
Then I took a deep breath. 🌬️
I knelt down and … View more
It happened in the middle of the supermarket.
My child wanted the blue lollipop, not the red one. Then β€” the tears, the screams, the looks from strangers. πŸ˜”

For a moment, I felt my own body tense β€” embarrassed, frustrated, helpless.
Then I took a deep breath. 🌬️
I knelt down and whispered, β€œYou’re safe. I can see you’re really upset.”
He kept crying… but softer. His little body started to melt in my arms.
In that moment, I realised: he wasn’t trying to make a scene β€” he was overwhelmed.
And what he needed most wasn’t control or correction β€” it was connection. 🀍
Later, we talked about it. We named the feelings, and he told me, β€œI was mad because I really wanted that blue one.” Simple words, but powerful honesty.
Parenting isn’t about perfection. It’s about staying calm enough to show our children what safety feels like β€” even when the world is watching. 🌱

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55 days ago

Boost Skills with ServiceIQ Training

ServiceIQ

Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.

We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit … View more
Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.

We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit around real work. Whether you’re an employer building a capable team or someone starting, our flexible options make it easy to gain the skills and confidence to thrive.

Partner with a trusted industry training organisation that understands what today’s service sector needs.
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76 days ago

Share your favourite raspberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.

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58 days ago

No JP at Highland Park Sat 25 Oct

Sally from Mellons Bay

Our JP service will not be operating this weekend due to the public holiday.

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58 days ago

Find Your Calm: Crafting Wooden Balance Rocks with Resene Stains

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

When the odds seem stacked against you, this mindful craft project is a way to find peace. Create your own balance rocks using wood and Resene Waterborne Woodsman testpots. Find out how to make and stain your own wooden balancing rocks with these easy step by step instructions.

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58 days ago

β€˜Tis the Season to Show Off Your Trees Sparkle, NZ!

Space General

With Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, we’re on the hunt for NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree!

Whether it’s bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading… View more
With Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, we’re on the hunt for NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree!

Whether it’s bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading Christmas magic this season.

And now for the showstopper... 🌟
One tree will rise above them all, capturing the most public votes and the title of NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree 2025, along with the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange, this year’s ultimate Christmas prize. πŸŽπŸŽ„

To spread the cheer even further, four lucky trees will be chosen as Santa’s Lucky Trees, each receiving a $200 Space General Gift Voucher, the perfect way to add extra sparkle this season. πŸŽ…πŸŽ

Need a tree first? Explore our beautiful range here and start your Christmas magic!

πŸ“… Public voting opens: 10 November 2025
⏳ Entries close: 17 December 2025

πŸŽ„ Winners unwrapped before Christmas β€” so strike a pose and share your festive masterpiece!
Enter Now

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58 days ago

Antique Buyers in Auckland

GOLDCO International Limited

WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold β€’ Coins β€’ Watches β€’ Banknotes β€’ Antique β€’ Jewellery β€’ Collectables

The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or … View more
WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold β€’ Coins β€’ Watches β€’ Banknotes β€’ Antique β€’ Jewellery β€’ Collectables

The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or similar items then our specialist buyers would like to make an offer.
Any items will be considered so please don’t be shy and visit one of our venues.

Large or valuable collections? Single items? Downsizing, moving or decluttering? Family not interested? or simply turning unwanted items into cash.

*Immediate payment made *No commission or waiting *Free no obligation appraisal *Onsite security *Please have your bank details handy

Whether you have a large and valuable collection or a single item of broken jewellery please take this opportunity to see us at a venue near you.

See us at a venue near you - See venues here:

Goldco Antique Buyers | Member NZNDA | website email: goldco@xtra.co.nz | Ph: 0800 105 228
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