Flat Bush, Auckland

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

Seen anything your neighbours should be aware of? Let them know! 

2314 days ago

Creative designs from your recycling bin!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this weekend with this … View more
What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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2314 days ago

Can Auckland be a sustainability global leader?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours, Auckland has 3 electric buses and Marrakesh had 15 - two years ago. Former PM Helen Clark thinks the city can be far more ambitious in meeting the UN's sustainable development goals. Do you think we could show the way? Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your comments are… View more
Hi Neighbours, Auckland has 3 electric buses and Marrakesh had 15 - two years ago. Former PM Helen Clark thinks the city can be far more ambitious in meeting the UN's sustainable development goals. Do you think we could show the way? Read the story below.

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

2314 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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2314 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), and Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), and Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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2318 days ago

Do you still use the phone book?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours. Data released by Yellow shows although Auckland has the highest opt-out rate since 2014, it still has the greatest volume of print search out of the entire country. Do you still use the phone book? What do you use it for? Did you realise you could opt-out of receiving the book in … View moreHi neighbours. Data released by Yellow shows although Auckland has the highest opt-out rate since 2014, it still has the greatest volume of print search out of the entire country. Do you still use the phone book? What do you use it for? Did you realise you could opt-out of receiving the book in your letterbox? Put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

2315 days ago

Bus drivers caught breaking the law, using phones at the wheel

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours, Bus drivers have been caught regularly using phones at the wheel after eye-monitoring cameras were installed on Auckland buses. One driver was also repeatedly snapped reading a book and others are alleged to have tampered with the cameras.
Have you seen bus drivers behaving badly or… View more
Hi neighbours, Bus drivers have been caught regularly using phones at the wheel after eye-monitoring cameras were installed on Auckland buses. One driver was also repeatedly snapped reading a book and others are alleged to have tampered with the cameras.
Have you seen bus drivers behaving badly or breaking the road rules? Share your experiences below or email brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz. Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment used in print. www.stuff.co.nz...

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2315 days ago

Open Home Invitations :)

Monty Dsor from Monty Dsor - Ray White Papatoetoe

Open Home Invitations

52 Shifnal Drive, Randwick Park
Saturday 11.15am - 11.45am

3 McCathie Drive, Flatbush
Saturday 1200pm - 12.30pm
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Open Home Invitations

52 Shifnal Drive, Randwick Park
Saturday 11.15am - 11.45am

3 McCathie Drive, Flatbush
Saturday 1200pm - 12.30pm

15A Sunnyside Crescent, Papatoetoe & 40A Sunnyside Crescent, Papatoetoe
Saturday Sunday 12.45pm - 1.15pm

12 Lavey Road, Flatbush
Saturday Sunday 2.15pm - 3.00pm

Contact Monty on 021 950 705 for more details

2315 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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2316 days ago

$20 OFF CONSULTATIONS OR VACCINATIONS

Veterinarian from Pet Vets Papatoetoe

Especially for our Neighbourly friends!

$20 discount towards the cost of consultation or vaccination!

Valid till 30th September 2019.
Some Terms and Conditions apply!

Visit our website for: 'New Client Registration', 'Online Booking' and for 'Ongoing Promotions'

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Especially for our Neighbourly friends!

$20 discount towards the cost of consultation or vaccination!

Valid till 30th September 2019.
Some Terms and Conditions apply!

Visit our website for: 'New Client Registration', 'Online Booking' and for 'Ongoing Promotions'

Quote voucher code (Neighbourly 0919 Voucher) at reception during the visit to avail the discount.

We can get your pet's medical records from the current veterinary clinic, if you wish!

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2316 days ago

*WIN* tickets to Jimmy Barnes!

Brent Eccles Entertainment

Legendary rocker Jimmy Barnes is bringing his Shutting Down Your Town Tour to Spark Arena on 28 September.

The tour is in support of his latest album My Criminal Record - his first album in 10 years. His one-night Auckland concert will feature Cold Chisel anthems including solo classics like … View more
Legendary rocker Jimmy Barnes is bringing his Shutting Down Your Town Tour to Spark Arena on 28 September.

The tour is in support of his latest album My Criminal Record - his first album in 10 years. His one-night Auckland concert will feature Cold Chisel anthems including solo classics like 'Working Class Man' and 'Ain't No Second Prize' plus his current radio hit, 'Shutting Down Our Town'.

His latest album is a follow up of sorts to two unflinching memoirs Working Class Boy (2016) and Working Class Man (2017).

Tickets for the Auckland show can be purchased from Ticketmaster.

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Want to WIN tickets? Ten lucky Neighbourly members will win a double pass to Jimmy Barnes' Auckland concert. To get in the draw simply like or thank this post! Winners contacted on Monday 9 September 2019.
Get tickets now

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2316 days ago

Make it all add up!

Nisaar Goga from First Class Accounts Botany

Contact us for your free 1 hour business consultation

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2316 days ago

Poll: Which is your favourite summer cocktail?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Sugar cane and Agave have one thing in common. If you treat them well they are some of the sweetest plants you will find on the planet. Sugar, time and patience make for spirits oozing with character and the Cocktails containing these Caribbean, Hispanic performers; inherit their extravagant … View moreSugar cane and Agave have one thing in common. If you treat them well they are some of the sweetest plants you will find on the planet. Sugar, time and patience make for spirits oozing with character and the Cocktails containing these Caribbean, Hispanic performers; inherit their extravagant natures.

Caipirinha is Brazil's national cocktail, made with cachaça (sugarcane hard liquor), sugar, and lime where as a mojito is a cocktail that consists of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint.

Which is your favourite summer cocktail?
  • 21.9% Caiprinha
    21.9% Complete
  • 78.1% Mojito
    78.1% Complete
105 votes
2316 days ago

Decors needed to set up for Church Service

Judith from Manurewa

Hi Everyone, I'm looking for a cheap decor that can help decorate our church for a church service this weekend. Can you please help me if you know someone, and is affordable and cheap please? Really is just to set up our church stage - decorate it. For a family service. Location of church to … View moreHi Everyone, I'm looking for a cheap decor that can help decorate our church for a church service this weekend. Can you please help me if you know someone, and is affordable and cheap please? Really is just to set up our church stage - decorate it. For a family service. Location of church to set up is in Mangere. Please help.

2316 days ago

Did you catch our StarJam young people on The Block?

The Coordinator from StarJam - Manurewa

The contestants on The Block felt inspired after attending a StarJam workshop and created some artworks to auction off to raise money for StarJam.
Check out the creations made by the contestants and you could even snag one for your home!

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