Flat Bush, Auckland

Try AI solutions in your business today for free!

Dena from Goodwood Heights

Hi everyone 🙂

My husband started an AI Agency Velocity Script with me as the Co-Founder, and it's really exciting to see how AI can dramatically transform, automate and help businesses!


Now we're looking for a few more businesses who want to try Velocity Script AI solutions for… View moreHi everyone 🙂

My husband started an AI Agency Velocity Script with me as the Co-Founder, and it's really exciting to see how AI can dramatically transform, automate and help businesses!


Now we're looking for a few more businesses who want to try Velocity Script AI solutions for FREE in exchange for some feedback, so we can learn more about what users actually need!

We're looking for:
- Service Providers
- Local Businesses
- Family owned Businesses
- Food providers (i.e. restaurants / cafes)
- E-Comm Brands

What you can get:
🤖An AI chatbot that fully automates your customer support and sales
📱AI automation where any repetitive tasks (admin, customer bookings, follow ups, voice and email etc) can be fully automated

And yes, it's all for FREE, no secret upsell, just for us to grow and learn from successful use cases while building our new AI agency.

So, if you've been wanting to implement AI in your business, automate your workflows and implement the latest AI tools out there - let's help each other!

Send me a private message and let's talk further on 0223037330.

We will only be taking on 10 businesses at this time so get in while the spots are available.

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities. Find out more

DIY mini glasshouse makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

Building your own glasshouse need not be a daunting task. Using recycled windows of equal size makes this project a whole lot easier. We painted ours in Resene Bilbao and Resene Bush. Find out how to create and paint your own mini glasshouse with these easy step by step instructions.

Keep your vehicle safe with the following tips ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
… View more🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
🚗 Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
🚙 Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
🚗 Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
🚙 Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
🚗 If the vehicle is keyless, ‘keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
🚙 Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.

Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.

If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.

Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers

For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.

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Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

… View moreFinancial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Sheryl Harris from Red Cross Shop Takanini

We’re looking for friendly faces to join our volunteer team at the Red Cross Shop in Takanini.

Volunteers are a big part of our organisation, from sorting donations to helping customers.

No experience needed- trading is provided.
If you can spare a few hours a week or more, we’d love to hear … View moreWe’re looking for friendly faces to join our volunteer team at the Red Cross Shop in Takanini.

Volunteers are a big part of our organisation, from sorting donations to helping customers.

No experience needed- trading is provided.
If you can spare a few hours a week or more, we’d love to hear from you.

Pop into the shop for a chat
204 Great South Road
PH 09 2991311



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Poll: Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

• The Ocean!
• Space!

Vote View Results

• 89.5% The Ocean!
  89.5% Complete
• 10.5% Space!
  10.5% Complete

523 votes

Feel Better, Naturally

Meridian Acupuncture from Neighbourly Nz

Dr. Ben Yung-pin Lian is an experienced, New Zealand-qualified acupuncture specialist. In addition to acupuncture, he offers acupressure, massage therapy, cupping, GuaSha and herbal moxibustion to support a holistic approach to healing.

A fourth-generation practitioner, Dr. Lian continues his … View moreDr. Ben Yung-pin Lian is an experienced, New Zealand-qualified acupuncture specialist. In addition to acupuncture, he offers acupressure, massage therapy, cupping, GuaSha and herbal moxibustion to support a holistic approach to healing.

A fourth-generation practitioner, Dr. Lian continues his family’s tradition of care. He is a registered member of the New Zealand Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society, and his clinic upholds the highest professional standards.

“Western medicine treats symptoms; acupuncture addresses the root causes,” says Dr. Lian.
“There are no shortcuts—but with lifestyle changes and commitment, you can achieve fantastic results.”
✅ ACC Registered Acupuncturist
(Including accident, sports injury, and work-related injury cover) Find out more

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View moreCupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need. Find out more

Queen Gem of Papatoetoe update

Derek from Papatoetoe

found this photo of me from 5 years ago when my owner bought me a new iPad for my 6th birthday. Now I’m a 11 years Dont feel that old but I realise how lucky I’ve been to have a lovely family for the past 11 years. Ask my owner for a new iPad but he said no.
So Happy Birthday to me
Queen Gem… View morefound this photo of me from 5 years ago when my owner bought me a new iPad for my 6th birthday. Now I’m a 11 years Dont feel that old but I realise how lucky I’ve been to have a lovely family for the past 11 years. Ask my owner for a new iPad but he said no.
So Happy Birthday to me
Queen Gem of Papatoetoe

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Weekend laugh

Derek from Papatoetoe

morning all sorry for the late one forgot it was Saturday today. Anyway hope all are well. Here is your weekend laugh

Saturday 18th October 9am - 5:30pm - Food Stalls and Supermarket Sales

Staysey from East Tamaki

🎉 Celebrate E-PACS’ 25th Anniversary! 🎉
Join us for a day full of excitement, food, and festivities!
Address: 12 Nandina Ave, East Tamaki (off Harris Rd & Greenmount Dr)

Event page: www.facebook.com...

✨ Shop sales & competitions
✨ Karaoke & lucky draw prizes
✨ … View more🎉 Celebrate E-PACS’ 25th Anniversary! 🎉
Join us for a day full of excitement, food, and festivities!
Address: 12 Nandina Ave, East Tamaki (off Harris Rd & Greenmount Dr)

Event page: www.facebook.com...

✨ Shop sales & competitions
✨ Karaoke & lucky draw prizes
✨ Spectacular lion & dragon dance performances
✨ Salsa & live background music
✨ Delicious Malaysian street food – nasi lemak, char kway teow, satay, egg tarts, fresh cakes, and more!

👉 Most stalls accept card, but don’t forget to bring some cash.
👉 Invite your family, friends, neighbours, and colleagues – anyone who loves great food, culture, and bargains!

📍 Ample parking available on the main road.
Come along and support us this festive season – let’s make this 25th anniversary one to remember! 🎊

Queen Gem of Papatoetoe

Derek from Papatoetoe

This is where I slept yesterday. Because I’m Queen Gem of Papatoetoe so I sleep where I want to. Until my grand dad came to bed so I had to move. But all is good I’m back there today.
Until next time be good and keep safe
Queen Gem of Papatoetoe