Flat Bush, Auckland

Would you try co-living?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours, Auckland is set to get another upmarket dormitory-style "co-living" house for adults where residents pay up to $360 to rent a room and share communal facilities like the kitchen, bathrooms and living areas with 21 neighbours. The Coh, a luxury boarding house, has been so … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland is set to get another upmarket dormitory-style "co-living" house for adults where residents pay up to $360 to rent a room and share communal facilities like the kitchen, bathrooms and living areas with 21 neighbours. The Coh, a luxury boarding house, has been so popular since opening on Symonds St on July 22 that its owner is planning to open another. What do you think of the co-living concept? Would you try it? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.

Sofa repair

Aman from Flat Bush

Anyone or anyplace do sofa repair.

How do you think Auckland Council has done this term?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council meets for the last time on Thursday before heading to October's local body elections. Progress has been made but there has also been a lot of squabbling and spite. Do you think the councillors have done well? Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your … View moreHi Neighbours, Auckland Council meets for the last time on Thursday before heading to October's local body elections. Progress has been made but there has also been a lot of squabbling and spite. Do you think the councillors have done well? Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

OLD POSTCARDS WANTED TO BUY

John from Takanini

do you have postcards gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard. I am buying any number preferably black and white ones and pre 1970. Will travel to view. pay cash
contact John 021966674

Old Postcards wanted to buy

John from Takanini

do you have postcards gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard. I am buying any number preferably black and white ones and pre 1970. Will travel to view. pay cash
contact John 021966674

Drive to work? Park with Parkable.

Parkable

Hey Aucklanders!

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Parkable is an app that eases the morning stress by allowing you to find, reserve, and pay for parking via your phone. Simply download the Parkable app and use the map to find a park near your… View moreHey Aucklanders!

Affordable, stress-free parking has come to Auckland and we need your help to grow!

Parkable is an app that eases the morning stress by allowing you to find, reserve, and pay for parking via your phone. Simply download the Parkable app and use the map to find a park near your destination.

- Commute with confidence by reserving a park 30 minutes in advance
- Choose from conveniently located parks (and watch this space for even more options to come!)
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Volunteering for Victim Support, Information Evening

Victim Support

Hi Neighbours, Victim Support are currently recruiting new volunteers in Counties-Manukau who can be there to help people coping with the impacts of crime and trauma.

Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our professional team, and no qualifications or experience are … View moreHi Neighbours, Victim Support are currently recruiting new volunteers in Counties-Manukau who can be there to help people coping with the impacts of crime and trauma.

Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our professional team, and no qualifications or experience are required.

You’re invited to join us for an information evening to learn more about how you can become a Victim Support Volunteer Support Worker:

6.00-8.00pm, Wednesday 2 October
Friendship House
20 Putney Way
Manukau CBD

(Snacks provided)

Contact us at events@victimsupport.org.nz or 09 263 2733 to RSVP, or to arrange a discussion about volunteering if you can’t make it along.

Thanks – we look forward to seeing you there!

Grace and the Victim Support Counties team Find out more

Mature flowering Orange Clivias

Karin from Totara Heights

CLEARANCE- Huge savings
Look amazing planted on masse under trees or dappled shade.
Easy care plants.
Younger plants going for double that at garden centres.
Currently flowering.
Discount for purchases over 10 plants

Price: $15

Will you vote in the council elections ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours,
In 2016 on 38.5 per cent of Aucklanders voted in the local body elections. That's worse than the national average of 42 per cent. So with papers now in most homes, will you complete the ballot paper and post it back by October 12? Read the story below:


(Please type NFP if you … View moreHi Neighbours,
In 2016 on 38.5 per cent of Aucklanders voted in the local body elections. That's worse than the national average of 42 per cent. So with papers now in most homes, will you complete the ballot paper and post it back by October 12? Read the story below:


(Please type NFP if you comments are not for print)

Cafe Cooking 101

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Over three sessions, learn to cook classic recipes you find in New Zealand's innovative cafes. Start with learning basic knife skills and then transform your vegetable cuts into delicious salads followed by learning how to make blueberry muffins, cookies, eggs benedict and more!

… View moreOver three sessions, learn to cook classic recipes you find in New Zealand's innovative cafes. Start with learning basic knife skills and then transform your vegetable cuts into delicious salads followed by learning how to make blueberry muffins, cookies, eggs benedict and more!

Registration link below!

Transformational Yoga- Meditation

Ranjileen from Flat Bush

Transformational Yoga is a means to relax, clean and awaken all seven Chakras through Yogasana, Pranayama and Mantra.

Do you know a Kind Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!

It’s time to vote!

The Team from Auckland Council

It’s time to vote for the Auckland you love in the local elections.

Don’t leave it to the last minute.

Get your papers back early and relax. Last day to post is Tuesday 8th October, or drop them in a ballot box before midday Saturday 12 October. Find out more

Have you played golf croquet?

Carol Hickman from Manurewa Croquet Club Inc

Come and try your hand at golf croquet at Manurewa Croquet Club. We play on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9am at 31 Russell Road, Manurewa. It is exercise for both your body and your brain and is lots of fun. Just wear flat shoes. Come and join us - we'd love to meet you. Phone: … View moreCome and try your hand at golf croquet at Manurewa Croquet Club. We play on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9am at 31 Russell Road, Manurewa. It is exercise for both your body and your brain and is lots of fun. Just wear flat shoes. Come and join us - we'd love to meet you. Phone: 268-4398 or 2681105. Manurewa Croquet Club.

Get your curtains cleaned up

The Team from

Are your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly … View moreAre your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We are located in Wairau Park, Glenfield. We have been cleaning curtains for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

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