Henderson Valley, Auckland

Share events on Neighbourly

Share events on Neighbourly

Whether it's a market, garage sale or free event, share it with your neighbours here

2197 days ago

When retirees need flatmates

Reporter Western Leader

To help with expenses, a retired West Aucklander is looking for a like-minded person to flat with.

Image
2197 days ago

Poll: Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Students are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles … View moreStudents are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles at a leadership exercise in Palmerston North last year. However students can still use firearms as part of shooting clubs and competitions. Click here to read the full article and guidelines.

So what do you think of the new rules? Are you for or against them?

Image
Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?
  • 40.7% Yes, the guidelines are great
    40.7% Complete
  • 50.2% No, this is PC gone mad
    50.2% Complete
  • 9% I'm on the fence on this one
    9% Complete
2776 votes
2197 days ago

Free Seminar: HR for SMEs

UHY Haines Norton Henderson

We are proud to present a free seminar focusing on HR issues and legislation changes for small business owners. Please visit the link for full details. All welcome.

Image
2201 days ago

Urban chickens rule the roost in Titirangi

Debrin Foxcroft Reporter from Western Leader

Loved and loathed, chickens have become a reality in urban Auckland.

2201 days ago

Trusts election kicks off

Debrin Foxcroft Reporter from Western Leader

An opponent of the West Auckland alcohol trusts has put her hand up to sit on the The Portage Licensing Trust. She is vowing change either from within the organisation, or externally through a petition calling for a referendum on The Trusts.

Image
2204 days ago

Poll: Do you have a problem with menacing chickens in your neighbourhood?

Reporter Western Leader

Once seen solely at its rural edges, Auckland's chicken population has begun to take roost across the city. However, people were divided over the rise in poultry stock, particularly when found wantonly crossing the street in Titirangi.

Simon Bradley, a real estate agent with Glovers Real … View more
Once seen solely at its rural edges, Auckland's chicken population has begun to take roost across the city. However, people were divided over the rise in poultry stock, particularly when found wantonly crossing the street in Titirangi.

Simon Bradley, a real estate agent with Glovers Real Estate in Titirangi, said while the local colony of chickens were controversial, they added character to local community. While others say that urban chicken's raise issues of noise, smell and fowl that escape and wreak havoc on neighbours' gardens. Is it time for Council to say no to city chickens? What do you think about them - are they are friend or foe?

(We sometimes use comments in stories and print. Please make sure you put NFP if you don't want your comment used. Thanks!)

Image
Do you have a problem with menacing chickens in your neighbourhood?
  • 11.9% Yes
    11.9% Complete
  • 77% No
    77% Complete
  • 9.5% I haven't noticed them
    9.5% Complete
  • 1.6% Other (leave comment below)
    1.6% Complete
126 votes
2198 days ago

Auckland man who helped introduce subtropical plants to New Zealand dies

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Western Leader

One of New Zealand's enthusiastic horticulturists, Dick Endt, has died following a short illness. He is remembered as determined man who established an orchard in the most challenging environment.

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comments used in our papers.

Image
2205 days ago

West Aucklanders get behind 'siren kings' in plea for battle space

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Western Leader

West Aucklanders are supporting the 'trouble makers' plea for a public space for their siren battles.

*Type NFP if you don't want your comments included in our stories.

Image
Top