Highland Park, Auckland

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1829 days ago

Need a quality painter now ?

Dave from David Winfield

Hi all, I've an unexpected delay on my current project and am looking to fill the gap asap !

If you need something done and are looking for a decent painter please call/txt me on 021 493030 to arrange a quote, I have roughly three weeks to fill.

Am a fifteen year Howick local and have … View more
Hi all, I've an unexpected delay on my current project and am looking to fill the gap asap !

If you need something done and are looking for a decent painter please call/txt me on 021 493030 to arrange a quote, I have roughly three weeks to fill.

Am a fifteen year Howick local and have been in trade since '86 :)

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1829 days ago

Free Children's Books

Amanda from Highland Park

Free children's books available for pick up - Highland Park. To be collected by Friday 9th August please

Babysitters Club - 86 books (various series numbers)
Babysitters Little Sister - 33 books (various series numbers)

Plus various others including The Gymnasts, Animorphs and Peanut Butter … View more
Free children's books available for pick up - Highland Park. To be collected by Friday 9th August please

Babysitters Club - 86 books (various series numbers)
Babysitters Little Sister - 33 books (various series numbers)

Plus various others including The Gymnasts, Animorphs and Peanut Butter & Jelly

Pre-loved condition - well read!

Free

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1829 days ago

#FoodogprahyNZ

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Rangitoto Meringue Puff with matcha hue, caramel lava, marshmallow, caramelised popcorn ‘basalt’ rocks and chocolate shortbread ‘earth’. An Auckland story on a plate. #foodographynz

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1830 days ago

Tidy Toddler

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Keep it sweet and simple when it comes to keeping your toddler’s bedroom tidy. This toy box created out of a wooden crate is a clever idea for storing toys and books – and it looks great, too.

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

Find out howView more
Keep it sweet and simple when it comes to keeping your toddler’s bedroom tidy. This toy box created out of a wooden crate is a clever idea for storing toys and books – and it looks great, too.

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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1841 days ago

One man's special volunteer job at Auckland Airport

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Meet the man who has considered Auckland Airport his second home for over 20 years.

Twice a week, 86-year-old Les Featherstone takes a taxi to the International Terminal where he volunteers for four-and-a-half hours as an airport ambassador, or Bluecoat.

Twenty-four years is a … View more
Hi neighbours,

Meet the man who has considered Auckland Airport his second home for over 20 years.

Twice a week, 86-year-old Les Featherstone takes a taxi to the International Terminal where he volunteers for four-and-a-half hours as an airport ambassador, or Bluecoat.

Twenty-four years is a long time to hold down one job, especially as a volunteer, but Featherstone says signing up was the best thing he's ever done.

In recent times, the airport has taken on a new meaning for him following the death of his wife last month.

Do you plan to volunteer once you retire? What would be your dream role?

To read more, click here.

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1830 days ago

Old Holden – New Home!

rethinking.space

rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each … View more
rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each apartment an electric scooter.

We’re also offering a vehicle ‘trade-in’ option to help you get that much closer to owning your own home!

These apartments will be completed by end 2019 and only require a 10% deposit. 1 beds start at $455k & 2 beds at $559k.

Get in touch with any questions or to organise a showroom viewing.

Christiana Ngawati
rethinking.space Sales Consultant
Find out more

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1830 days ago

Red Cross Journey 2019

The Team from New Zealand Red Cross

Red Cross Journey 2019 registrations are now open!
Grab your neighbours, friends, whānau and sign up to the challenge.

This is the perfect opportunity to boost your mood, improve your energy and best of all, help people in need in your communities and overseas.

Walk, run, dance, jump, or… View more
Red Cross Journey 2019 registrations are now open!
Grab your neighbours, friends, whānau and sign up to the challenge.

This is the perfect opportunity to boost your mood, improve your energy and best of all, help people in need in your communities and overseas.

Walk, run, dance, jump, or hop 10,000 steps a day and learn about global and local events and get to know real people who have been affected by disaster or conflict. Your fundraising efforts will go towards helping others, just like the people you will learn about.

Registrations are now open!

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1831 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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1830 days ago

Furniture for sale

Jessica Neighbourly Lead from Half Moon Bay

Good day neighbours,
We have a few items of furniture we no longer need.
1x antique mirror $500
1x teak entrance hall chair $400
1x teak coffee table $250
2x teak bedside tables $300 for both
1x kitchen cabinet $250
2x lamp stands with lamp shades ( 1 requires a new light fitting from … View more
Good day neighbours,
We have a few items of furniture we no longer need.
1x antique mirror $500
1x teak entrance hall chair $400
1x teak coffee table $250
2x teak bedside tables $300 for both
1x kitchen cabinet $250
2x lamp stands with lamp shades ( 1 requires a new light fitting from Bunnings about $9) $110 for both including lampshades .

Negotiable

1846 days ago

Owner's warning after dog nearly dies after eating rat poison

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

An Auckland dog owner is warning of the dangers rat bait can cause after her beloved pet nearly died after ingesting it twice.

Tracy Leach said her 8-year-old golden retriever Daisy first got sick about four weeks ago on their rural property in Glenbrook, south of Auckland.

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Hi neighbours,

An Auckland dog owner is warning of the dangers rat bait can cause after her beloved pet nearly died after ingesting it twice.

Tracy Leach said her 8-year-old golden retriever Daisy first got sick about four weeks ago on their rural property in Glenbrook, south of Auckland.

She bounced back pretty quickly but Leach started to notice she was vomiting constantly and consuming a lot of water - causing her to take Daisy back to the vet.

To read more click here

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1830 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1831 days ago

Poll: What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View more
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)

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What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?
  • 1.3% Monday
    1.3% Complete
  • 1.6% Tuesday
    1.6% Complete
  • 3.1% Wednesday
    3.1% Complete
  • 6.2% Thursday
    6.2% Complete
  • 68.1% Friday
    68.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Saturday
    12.8% Complete
  • 6.8% Sunday
    6.8% Complete
1635 votes
1831 days ago

Should you be leaving your heat pump on?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.

And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.

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1831 days ago

Would you take your dogs to the movies with you?

Mandy Te Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours, have you ever wanted to take your dogs to the movies? In August, Academy Cinemas is hosting a movie where people can their dogs to watch The Secret Life of Pets 2. Nearly half of the tickets to the show have been sold. All proceeds will go to charity. What are your thoughts on this? … View moreHi neighbours, have you ever wanted to take your dogs to the movies? In August, Academy Cinemas is hosting a movie where people can their dogs to watch The Secret Life of Pets 2. Nearly half of the tickets to the show have been sold. All proceeds will go to charity. What are your thoughts on this? Do you think dogs should be allowed at the movies?

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