Highland Park, Auckland

3 days ago

East FM's Vinyl Records Sale, next Saturday, May 11

Phil from Farm Cove

Reminder - the next East FM Vinyl Records and Music Memorabilia Fair is being held this coming Saturday, May 11, 8.30am to 2.30pm, in the usual venue, the Howick War Memorial (also known as Howick Information Centre), where the Howick Village Market is, town square, Picton St, downtown Howick … View moreReminder - the next East FM Vinyl Records and Music Memorabilia Fair is being held this coming Saturday, May 11, 8.30am to 2.30pm, in the usual venue, the Howick War Memorial (also known as Howick Information Centre), where the Howick Village Market is, town square, Picton St, downtown Howick Village, Auckland.
It's always good, with a wide, substantial selection of vinyl records and other music materials - CDs, books, even tape cassettes - offered by the nicest record traders and enthusiasts you'll meet.
Tony King will be broadcasting live at the event his Budget Breakfast Show, too.
See ya there! Like a record, baby, round and round... - PJ

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4 days ago

Esprit Crossbody Handbag

Angie from Half Moon Bay

Fabulous little blue crossbody shoulder bag with adjustable strap used only once for a short overseas trip. It is well made and hardly used. Accidentally it has a few wee signs of wear but nevertheless squeaky clean - only used on plane to carry passport, wallet and phone! Pick up available from… View moreFabulous little blue crossbody shoulder bag with adjustable strap used only once for a short overseas trip. It is well made and hardly used. Accidentally it has a few wee signs of wear but nevertheless squeaky clean - only used on plane to carry passport, wallet and phone! Pick up available from Half Moon Bay.

Price: $5

4 days ago

The perfect treat this Mother's Day

Sunday Star Times

This Mother's Day treat yourself or a loved one with the ultimate Sunday self-care gift.

Purchase a discounted subscription to Sunday Star-Times before 12 May, and receive a FREE Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum worth $56*. Find out more below.

Gifting a subscription? … View more
This Mother's Day treat yourself or a loved one with the ultimate Sunday self-care gift.

Purchase a discounted subscription to Sunday Star-Times before 12 May, and receive a FREE Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum worth $56*. Find out more below.

Gifting a subscription? Add a personalised e-card to your order to make your gift even more special. Offer ends next week so don’t miss out! T&Cs apply, promo code must be applied.
Find out more

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5 days ago

Parrot Anafi 4K Drone

Demitre from Cockle Bay

Really awesome drone, can follow subjects like someone cycling or running and alot of other features all listed below.

Bought for $1300 from JB HiFi about 2 years ago but only used a handfull if times.

-Capture 4K Video and 21MP HDR Photos
-3-Axis Sensor-Driven Image Stabilization
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Really awesome drone, can follow subjects like someone cycling or running and alot of other features all listed below.

Bought for $1300 from JB HiFi about 2 years ago but only used a handfull if times.

-Capture 4K Video and 21MP HDR Photos
-3-Axis Sensor-Driven Image Stabilization
-Dual-Band Wi-Fi Antennas in Each Leg
-180° Tilt Camera Gimbal
-2.8x Lossless Digital Zoom
-Compact and Foldable Frame
-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Construction
-25 Minutes of Flight Time
-Geofence and Smart Return Home Functions

Price: $650

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6 days ago

What's On: East Auckland Table Tennis Club

Shane from Epsom

Table tennis club meets every Tuesday night at 7.15p.m. All welcome. $12 per player per night. For more information contact Ebi ph. (021) 083 09994.
East Auckland Table Tennis Club
  • Pakuranga Community Hall
9 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts … View moreFunerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.8% Yes
    83.8% Complete
  • 14% No
    14% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I'll share below!
    2.2% Complete
1958 votes
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6 days ago

What's On: Eastern District Country Music Club

Bev from Cockle Bay

Everyone is welcome to listen to our live music or come and sing or play an instrument. Non members $5. For more info phone Bev 021 11 56 866.
Eastern District Country Music Club
  • Eastern Districts & Bucklands Beach Hall
7 days ago

It’s MAY MaYhEm at Bridgestone!

Botany Toyota

With CrAzY deals like Buy 1 Get 1 Half Price on selected Bridgestone or Firestone tyres, Buy 3 Get 1 Free on selected Supercat tyres, 20% OFF selected Dayton tyres and so much more!

Located in our service centre. Only while stocks last, terms and conditions apply.

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7 days ago

CHEMIST WAREHOUSE BOTANY TOWN CENTRE NOW OPEN!

Chemist Warehouse

Find the new Chemist Warehouse at Botany Town Centre, next to New World.

With the biggest range of all your health and beauty essentials at the lowest prices and Free prescriptions* - the team are ready to help 7 days a week!

Don't worry if you can't make it in-store, you can shop … View more
Find the new Chemist Warehouse at Botany Town Centre, next to New World.

With the biggest range of all your health and beauty essentials at the lowest prices and Free prescriptions* - the team are ready to help 7 days a week!

Don't worry if you can't make it in-store, you can shop online 24/7 or use our convenient Click & Collect Service!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Chemist Warehouse - Great Savings, Every Day!
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8 days ago

BABY SHOWER RECOMMENDATIONS

Marie from Howick

Planning our first ever baby shower.
Can anyone recommend someone who can do decorative cookies and cupcakes.
Venue recommendations welcome.
Kind regards Marie

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8 days ago

Blankets 4 Kids 4 Winter Project is Underway

Rob from Bucklands Beach

Winter is on its way and the unfortunate truth is that many families in the community will not have enough blankets to keep their kids warm on winter nights.

The Collection Points will again be the Howick Information Centre, Howick Village Optometrist both in Picton Street and Grasslands in … View more
Winter is on its way and the unfortunate truth is that many families in the community will not have enough blankets to keep their kids warm on winter nights.

The Collection Points will again be the Howick Information Centre, Howick Village Optometrist both in Picton Street and Grasslands in Moore Street. An additional collection point has now been added with Placemakers Pakuranga joining the team complete with signage on the Pakuranga Highway.

For those people who would like to support the appeal but do not have spare blankest Howick Rotary have set up their web site www.howickrotary.org.nz... to accept donations or you can click the link buy.stripe.com....

A Big Thank You for Supporting this Wonderful Community Project!

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8 days ago

Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

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It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

Click read more for the full story.

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10 days ago

Bible Study opportunity

Pamela from Bucklands Beach

An opportunity to study the Bible is available to anyone who would like to come at the Eastern Core Salvation Army at Howick. Taking place at 45 Wellington St.
It begins at 11 am, Thursday 9th May.
Enquires
Ph 0223042692

8 days ago

Poll: Who is the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero?

Prospa

It's clear that small businesses can really be the backbone of a community. It’s been a joy to read the Prospa Local Business Hero nominations from around the country and we’ve now decided upon eight finalists.

With $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, it's up to you to decide who… View more
It's clear that small businesses can really be the backbone of a community. It’s been a joy to read the Prospa Local Business Hero nominations from around the country and we’ve now decided upon eight finalists.

With $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, it's up to you to decide who deserves the title of 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero.

So have a read of the nominations below and cast your vote...

Mary & Sam Danielson - The Puketapu Hotel
Hawkes Bay
'On Feb 14, 2023, Cyclone Gabrielle flooded many of the rural areas. Puketapu Hotel went under perhaps half a meter of water. However, immediately Mary Danielson and her son, Sam Danielson, along with their loyal staff pulled it together to cook copious amounts of food that without electricity would have been wasted. Throughout the years many of us have been treated with a pub gathering where we can reconnect and a free meal. At Christmas there was Santa, games, gifts for kids, donated patchwork for adults, an ice cream truck and lots of camaraderie.
This February on the cyclone anniversary, they again pulled out the stops to give hundreds of us a special night. We are all tired of the cyclone cleanup and they understood that it was needed.'

Ian Harvey (& Des Banks) - Flower Bazaar
Christchurch
'I'd like to nominate my local florist, Ian and Des at Flower Bazaar on Innes Rd, Chirstchurch. The friendliest guys you could meet, always supporting their fellow retailers in the area and going above and beyond for their customers. They know my family well, and when my mother sadly passed away last July they even went out of their way to close the shop and come to her memorial service. With cost of living issues for a lot of us nowadays, it can't be easy for small businesses, especially those not selling everyday essentials. It's important we support each other and keep these little guys afloat. I can't sing their praises enough. I hope they win something, they really do deserve it.'

Vivienne Shepherd - The Glass Button Tailor
Whangārei
'The proprietor of this business is so kind. She will come to your home or business to discuss your need for repairs alterations or bespoke requirement. As it is often impossible to give a quote for work to do with tailoring she will give a guesstimate, if her time exceed this figure, she will charge that figure no more. But if the work takes less time, this will be the figure. Also, a client who eventually came to Vivienne had taken, a dress she very much liked, to another repair and alteration business who messed it up. Vivienne adjusted to fit well, straightened the one to straight back seam as well as other adjustments. She spent hours on it but charged well less than this time, due to empathy for the disappointment created by the bad job. Vivienne Shepherd is truly focused on doing the best by her clients. She definitely pursues excellence.'

Aaron Hickmott - Master of Gingerbread
Palmerston North
'He consistently turns out a wide range of biscuits on the shelves in both standard AND gluten free versions - he's our go-to when we need a treat to take to dinner at a longtime friend's place who requires gluten free food. His specialty is gingerbread of course and he sells Gingerbread House kitsets to people all over NZ!
The shop is small but inviting and he keeps loyalty cards for regular customers, bonus treats! I only found out recently that he struggled with dyslexia and left school early, but is a born baker and has gone from strength to strength. Long may he practice his craft!'

Alicia Sinclair & the Team - Atawhai Industries
New Plymouth
'Definitely Atawhai Industries New Plymouth. Great crew and management. Prompt service, experienced skilled workers who are cheerful and polite. I was very impressed with the dangerous job they had to do for me and will definitely be calling them for future work. They do so much for the community and help get work for people who would otherwise have difficulties.'

Jitesh Patel - Creswick Foodmarket
Wellington
'I'd like to nominate Jitesh & Hine at Creswick Foodmarket, Northland. Their tidy shop has everything one might need. And if what I am looking for is not there, they consider bringing it in for me. This avoids a lot of travelling across town for me. They also are very community-minded, contributing quietly to events and kids club. I'm glad they are in my community.'

Nicola Read, John Read & Team - Read Bros - Hardware
Thames
'I'd like to nominate Read Bros in Thames. The staff are so knowledgeable and helpful. If it's not in stock they will order it in for you. There you get treated as a person, rather than a number.'

Paul Ayers - Ayers Shoes Repairs
Dunedin
'I'd like to nominate Ayers Shoe Repairs in Hillside Road of Dunedin. They repair many things, not just shoes. Paul does a great job at a very reasonable price. They rang me as soon as my job was ready to collect. They are friendly and helpful.'

Vote for your pick in the poll below...

Who is the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero?
  • 33.8% Mary & Sam Danielson - The Puketapu Hotel
    33.8% Complete
  • 9.5% Ian Harvey - Flower Bazaar
    9.5% Complete
  • 3.3% Vivienne Shepherd - The Glass Button Tailor
    3.3% Complete
  • 15% Aaron Hickmott - Master of Gingerbread
    15% Complete
  • 5.2% The Team - Atawhai Industries
    5.2% Complete
  • 20.6% Jitesh Patel - Creswick Foodmarket
    20.6% Complete
  • 3.9% Nicola Read & Team - Read Bros Hardware
    3.9% Complete
  • 8.6% Paul Ayers - Ayers Shoes Repairs
    8.6% Complete
811 votes
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