Grey Lynn, Auckland

Bins before breakfast – upcoming changes to waste collection

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

New contracts signed for waste across Auckland mean your waste collection time may change. Put your bin out by 7am to avoid missing your pick-up.

Face coverings will be mandatory on public transport in Auckland from Thursday

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

The Government will make face coverings mandatory on public transport in Auckland starting this Thursday. This includes on trains, buses and ferries.

Approval for national Erebus Memorial in Dove-Myer Robinson Park

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board has given landowner approval for an application to build a national Erebus Memorial in Parnell’s Dove-Myer Robinson Park.

Customisation Available!

Sophie from Celebration Box

Order any one of our Celebration Boxes online and create a special gift with the ability to customise your box with an array of options. From personalised notes and cards to extra candy, alcohol, delicious donuts, balloons and even a colourful bow the possibilities are endless!

Massive Garage Sale. Sat 21 Nov. 127 Western Springs Rd, Western Springs. Opposite Greek Church.0800-1130

Jane from Morningside

Huge clear out. Something for everyone. Antiques and collectibles, vintage items, adult and child clothing, housewares, linen, toys, books, pictures and frames, bags,bedding, jewellery, CD’s and more.

Every thing must go.

Negotiable

anyone got a metal detector?

Stephen from Mount Eden

Hi. I need to find a manhole cover that's been buried under a lawn. I'm happy to pay someone $50 for ten minutes of work. Stephen

Home Security Checklist

Philip from Exceed we fix windows & doors

With summer just around the corner and the warmer weather setting in, you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors leaving doors and windows open to get fresh, cool breezes through your home. But leaving your home open may increase the risk of break-ins and create an easy way for intruders … View moreWith summer just around the corner and the warmer weather setting in, you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors leaving doors and windows open to get fresh, cool breezes through your home. But leaving your home open may increase the risk of break-ins and create an easy way for intruders to gain entry into your home.

Exceed is here to help you with 10 top tips to improve your home security:

1 - Use key-operated locks on doors and windows – and don’t hide spare keys under doormats or in obvious places for burglars to find them easily

2 - Install security screens on all doors to keep your family safe

3 - Install window security stays to increase security, natural safe ventilation and prevent children falling from high windows

4 - Install hinge bolts to stop doors from being lifted out of their frames

5 - Upgrade beads and rubbers to hold any glass in place

6 - Install digital deadlocks so you no longer need to remember your keys when you leave your home and grant short term access to friends or Airbnb guests

7 - If you have an alarm system, make sure it is working properly

8 - Keep plants trimmed around doors and windows and install sensor lights or CCTV cameras

9 - Don’t leave valuable items like keys out in easy view for opportunistic thieves

10 - If you’re going away on holidays, make your home look occupied – leave the TV or radio playing, set lights to come on with a timer and ask a neighbour to collect your mail and take care of bins

Being aware of potential security risks and taking action early is the best way to keep your home and loved ones safe.

Click the link below to learn how Exceed we fix windows & doors specialists in your area can help you improve your home security!

Poll: Do you think owning your own home in post pandemic Auckland is achievable?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A rundown Herne Bay villa that has been in the same family for nearly 80 years has been sold for $8 million.

The new owner plans to restore the villa to its former glory.

In the same family since 1942, the villa sits on about 2200 square metres.

Please put NFP if you do not want your comment … View moreA rundown Herne Bay villa that has been in the same family for nearly 80 years has been sold for $8 million.

The new owner plans to restore the villa to its former glory.

In the same family since 1942, the villa sits on about 2200 square metres.

Please put NFP if you do not want your comment used by Stuff.

Do you think owning your own home in post pandemic Auckland is achievable?

• Yes
• No
• Undecided- it's too complex

Vote View Results

• 30.6% Yes
  30.6% Complete
• 59.7% No
  59.7% Complete
• 9.7% Undecided- it's too complex
  9.7% Complete

72 votes

We Say, You Say: Supermarket Prices

Neighbourly.co.nz

The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated … View moreThe government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated $2.5 million dollars. Labour promised an investigation into food prices on the election campaign and if unfair practices are found when the Commission's report is released in late 2021, necessary changes will be made.

Do you notice price differences between supermarket chains?

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House plants wanted

Rachel from Mount Eden

Looking for any house plants or pots? I’m trying to make my room a lot more green! Thanks in advance

Reclaimed timber

Alex from Westmere

Kia ora,

My friend and I are looking for reclaimed timber for a workshop. We will be showing people how to design using reclaimed timber and producing chairs.

We are looking for 30-60m of reclaimed timber. We had in mind h1 framing timber or any untreated timber.

If anyone has any leads on … View moreKia ora,

My friend and I are looking for reclaimed timber for a workshop. We will be showing people how to design using reclaimed timber and producing chairs.

We are looking for 30-60m of reclaimed timber. We had in mind h1 framing timber or any untreated timber.

If anyone has any leads on where we may be able to get some timber, we would love to know! We have a small budget for the wood so are willing to fork out for it as well if needed!

Many thanks.

Ngā mihi,

Alex

Tires to give away - Te Atatu Pony Club

Anne from Mount Eden

Lots of used tires to give away. Potato planters, rope swings, jetty bumpers, obstacle courses...

Free

Four new cases of Covid-19 in managed isolation

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

There are four new cases of Covid-19, all in managed isolation, the Ministry of Health has announced.

There are no new community cases.

One of the confirmed cases arrived from Qatar via Australia on November 5 and tested positive around day 12 of their stay in managed isolation.

A safer and more vibrant Ponsonby Road is on the way!

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

A safer and more vibrant Ponsonby Road is on the way! We're working with the community to test people-friendly spaces and safer ways to travel along Ponsonby Road. This is part of several Innovating Streets projects across Auckland.

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Nespresso coffee machine for sale

Natalia from Eden Terrace

Hi guys!

I'm selling my very much loved coffee machine.

It's freshly cleaned and in working condition. Goes with an original box, all instructions and a bunch of compatible coffee capsules. Pick up in Eden Terrace. 40$

Send me a message if interested.

Thanks!

Price: $40