Green Bay, Auckland

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1021 days ago

Donations need for Tonga

Durba from Avondale

Hi friends,
Sorry for the late notice but just found out that my neighbour has a 20ft container outside her house due to leave Tonga tomorrow Friday 28/1/22 afternoon. They have collected substantial goods but could do with more. They are looking for household goods, clothing, linen, water and … View more
Hi friends,
Sorry for the late notice but just found out that my neighbour has a 20ft container outside her house due to leave Tonga tomorrow Friday 28/1/22 afternoon. They have collected substantial goods but could do with more. They are looking for household goods, clothing, linen, water and non-perishable food. You can drop off at 22 Kelston St New Lynn. Please let your friends know.
Thank you.

1015 days ago

Vector Lights for Waitangi Day 2022

Brian from New Lynn

New Zealand’s national holiday, Waitangi Day commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi between tangata whenua and the Crown.
2022 is the 182nd anniversary of the Treaty’s signing in Manukau.
Vector Lights for Waitangi Day tells the story of this years’ iwi manaaki (host iwi), … View more
New Zealand’s national holiday, Waitangi Day commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi between tangata whenua and the Crown.
2022 is the 182nd anniversary of the Treaty’s signing in Manukau.
Vector Lights for Waitangi Day tells the story of this years’ iwi manaaki (host iwi), Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, and their migration to Tāmaki Makaurau.
The lightshow portrays the pepeha (tribal lineage) origins of the iwi, who travelled from the islands in a waka hourua (double hulled canoe) and made landfall in Aotearoa.
Vector Lights is part of a smart energy partnership between Vector, Auckland Council and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, the guiding light toward a smart energy future.
WHERE
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Auckland Harbour Bridge, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Westhaven, Auckland Harbour
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Wednesday 2 February 2022
Thursday 3 February 2022
Friday 4 February 2022
Saturday 5 February 2022
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9pm-11.59pm
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COST---Free
WEBSITE/LINKS
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www.vector.co.nz...
WAITANGI DAY CULTURAL KIDS / FAMILY PARKS / OUTDOORS SUMMER WAITEMATĀ & GULF WARD NORTH SHORE WARD
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COVID-19: Auckland is currently at RED. Remember to maintain a 1m-distance and wear a face mask.
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1016 days ago

Is Hokitika the friendliest town in NZ?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View more
Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?

1015 days ago

World Read Aloud Day

NumberWorks'nWords New Lynn

World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with … View more
World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with your own voice is what the day is all about.

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1016 days ago

Best boogie boarding spots in Auckland

The Team from Auckland Council

? Wondering where to take your boogie boards next? These boogie boarding beaches are the best in the Auckland region, according to children.
#AKLSummerisCalling

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1016 days ago

Welcome to the year of the Tiger!

The Team from NZ Compare

The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. … View more
The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. Let's go show them some love Neighbours!

Click 'read more' below to head over to the NZ Compare Facebook page and leave a comment on our Lunar Post telling us what awesome local you'd support if you won.

We hope this Chinese New Year will be filled with happiness, prosperity, and many precious moments with your loved ones.

Entries close midnight 8th February 2022.

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1024 days ago

Are you happy about the loss of 8,000 planted native seedlings?

Todd Niall Reporter from Community News

Kia ora Neighbours, A contested decision by politicians on the Upper Harbour Local Board to mow down 8,000 native plants and young trees, could bring a hefty bill. Council staff reject that there was a mistake in the planting, and now there could be a big bill. What do you think ?

1035 days ago

Housemate wanted!!!

Yaki from Avondale

Kia ora koutou, we are moving down to Waikato and renting out our house to our friends but they’re looking for a housemate or two to share it with. Here’s the description of who they are and who they’re looking for, please PM if interested ♥️:

Hello kind humans, we are on the search for… View more
Kia ora koutou, we are moving down to Waikato and renting out our house to our friends but they’re looking for a housemate or two to share it with. Here’s the description of who they are and who they’re looking for, please PM if interested ♥️:

Hello kind humans, we are on the search for our new flatmate/s. Could it be you?
Moving date would be 31st Jan 2022.
Location - Avondale, Auckland
Who are we?
I’m Kerry-Leigh, a 32 year old full-time chiropractic student who loves animals, cooking (and more importantly eating) as well as connecting with people in a meaningful way. In my spare time I enjoy taking care of our garden, walking our dog, Lunar, and spending time in nature. My part-time work involves walking dogs, dog-sitting and cooking for a family.
My partner, George, is 28 years old. He works full-time as an Acoustic Engineer (NOT an audio engineer!), and loves music, food, meditation, and nature. In his spare time, he writes and records music, moves his body, walks Lunar with me and reads many books.
Our dog, Lunar, is a 2 and a half year old Maltese x Shih Tzu. She has lots of personality and loves cuddles, licking and being involved in what’s happening.
Who are you?
- You are an open-minded, kind and authentic human.
- You LOVE dogs! (This point is quite important as Lunar will want to spend time with you, and I will have other dogs in the house occasionally).
- You are vegan (or are happy to not cook and eat meat in the house. We are open to someone who is vegetarian).
- You like kids. George and I are planning to start a family in the not-so-distant future.
- You are a friend of the earth. We are doing our best to reduce our carbon footprint, so would ideally like to live with someone who can join us on this mission.
Details about the home:
Located on St George’s Road in Avondale. It’s walking distance to the Avondale town centre, and super well connected to the city with public transport and a cycleway. There’s a great Sunday market that has cheap fruit and veggies, with lots of green spaces nearby. Plus the west coast beaches are not too far away!
You’d have your own sleepout, and bathroom - which you'll have to share with the washing machine 🙂
The above photos of the bedroom and bathroom would be yours. Please note there is no longer a carpet, and it has a polished concrete floor now.
Rent is:
$180/week for single
$250/week for a couple
+ expenses which are roughly $20 per person/week (winter will be a little more due to heating). Ideally we would just split the bills as they come.
You’d have access to the rest of the house, which has a spacious open-plan kitchen living area and large lounge.
Plus there is a big veggie garden!
If this sounds like you, please be in touch and we’ll arrange a meet-up 😊

1018 days ago

THESE OPEN STUDIOS WILL STILL GO AHEAD! ON 12TH AND 13TH FEBRUARY (SAT AND SUN) 10 am - 4 pm

Anna from Titirangi

Anna Crichton and Katie Smith
27 McEldowney Road, Titirangi.

Andrew and Jeannie Van der Putten
709a South Titirangi Road, Titirangi

Anna will be selling $10 fine art prints, signed, titled and dated on Fabriano acid free A3 paper - see attached images… more to come over the days! Anna … View more
Anna Crichton and Katie Smith
27 McEldowney Road, Titirangi.

Andrew and Jeannie Van der Putten
709a South Titirangi Road, Titirangi

Anna will be selling $10 fine art prints, signed, titled and dated on Fabriano acid free A3 paper - see attached images… more to come over the days! Anna will be selling illustrated ceramic bowls and platters too!
Katie will be selling her style ridden hand screen printed linen tea towels, fabrics, bags etc
Pix to come over the next two weeks…….
…and Andrew and Jeannie Van der Putten - just three minutes up the road, are also having an open studio where they will be selling their earthenware and stoneware tableware - see the green bowl attached.
So tie in a visit also to their very lovely abode in the trees at 709a South Titirangi Road - look for the blue plywood pot sign on your right.
Hope to see you here…I will be posting lots more pix over the days……..and please share this post.
Scan in, vaccine pass and mask please.

1018 days ago

Ashamed to go back to school

Variety

Going back to school without a school uniform or necessary supplies can make a child feel ashamed. Some kids avoid going to school altogether to escape the shame. Even if they go, they are so embarrassed, it knocks their confidence and makes it hard to learn.

You can help a child start the … View more
Going back to school without a school uniform or necessary supplies can make a child feel ashamed. Some kids avoid going to school altogether to escape the shame. Even if they go, they are so embarrassed, it knocks their confidence and makes it hard to learn.

You can help a child start the school year with everything they need to be confident and focused on learning. Send them to school with a uniform, shoes, stationery and anything else they need by sponsoring a Kiwi kid with Variety. We’ve been helping Kiwi kids all around New Zealand for 30 years.
Find out more

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1019 days ago

Heathcotes – your sleep specialists.

Heathcote Appliances

Start your day with a good night’s rest. At Heathcotes we’ve got the perfect bed for everyone, no matter your sleep preferences.

Shop our range online or visit our Hamilton City & Te Rapa stores to speak to a team member about the perfect bed for your needs.

Find your nearest store … View more
Start your day with a good night’s rest. At Heathcotes we’ve got the perfect bed for everyone, no matter your sleep preferences.

Shop our range online or visit our Hamilton City & Te Rapa stores to speak to a team member about the perfect bed for your needs.

Find your nearest store here.

The Heathcotes team
Find out more

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1020 days ago

Freedom camping reminder ahead of the long weekends

The Team from Auckland Council

🏕️ Reminder so that we can enjoy all our region has to offer safely and respectfully:
✔️ Tents and other forms of shelter are permitted at our beaches and reserves during the day.
❌ Freedom camping, aka staying overnight in a tent, is not.

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1020 days ago

Keep your toilet paper stocked AND help NZ's wildlife :)

Bianka Atlas from BirdCare Aotearoa

Do good AND never worry about toilet paper shortages!

When you order your toilet paper through My Fundraiser, BirdCare Aotearoa receives 10% of the full purchase price – that’s $5 for every box sold.

Each box costs just $50 and contains 48 rolls of quality 2-ply, 400-sheet, sustainably … View more
Do good AND never worry about toilet paper shortages!

When you order your toilet paper through My Fundraiser, BirdCare Aotearoa receives 10% of the full purchase price – that’s $5 for every box sold.

Each box costs just $50 and contains 48 rolls of quality 2-ply, 400-sheet, sustainably sourced loo paper (that's equivalent to 96 standard rolls) – delivered right to your door.*

The cartons and rolls are plastic-free, purchases are tax deductible, and there is free shipping (small shipping fee applies for rural addresses).

Please select BirdCare Aotearoa as the ‘Good Cause’ when you make your purchase – and know that you are helping sick, injured and orphaned birds receive the veterinary care and attention they need.

To order your toilet paper now, visit: shop.myfundraiser.co.nz...

If you have a good supply of toilet paper (consider yourself lucky!) but would still like to support BirdCare Aotearoa, you can donate via our website:
birdcareaotearoa.org.nz...

*Please note: My Fundraiser is currently only delivering to Northland, Auckland, and as far south as the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. If anyone outside of these areas would like to support BirdCare Aotearoa, please donate through our website: birdcareaotearoa.org.nz...

1020 days ago

New opening hours

The Team from Auckland Council

Due to COVID there has been a change in the Waitākere Refuse and Recycling Transfer Station's operating hours. We will now be open from Mon to Sat, 8am – 5pm (Sunday - CLOSED).

To ensure you don’t miss out on a truly sublime waste experience, please plan ahead.

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1020 days ago

Garden bed frame

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Lynn

Perch this frame over a garden bed, and drape it with shade cloth, frost cloth or mesh, depending on the season. Paint to suit with Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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