Hobsonville, Auckland

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

806 days ago

Whakatāne – Rewind | Connect | Reset

Whakatane District Council

Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.

We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural … View more
Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.

We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural experiences, the outdoor adventure, the eco experiences and so much more. Summer like this? #DiscoverOurLocal
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806 days ago

STOP TREATING SOIL LIKE DIRT

Yates

Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a … View more
Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a pair of undies to find out how healthy your soil is? Or try a quick “worm count” test, building a “compost jar” (great fun for kids) or do a food waste audit.

Plus we’ve easy to follow steps on how to turn your food scraps & garden waste into fabulous compost.
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807 days ago

Nutty Scientists- After school Programme

Jasmin Wang from Nutty Scientists Auckland

We are coming to Hobsonville school tomorrow~~~ 17th

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807 days ago

Plant seeds every month with a subscription from Kings Seeds.

The TV Guide

Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, … View more
Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, 1 year, or 2 year subscription to the TV Guide before 31 October and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win. There are three different subscriptions to choose from to suit your needs; Vegetable seeds, Microgreen seeds, and Sprouting seeds. To view the T&Cs click here.
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808 days ago

Finally elected: Auckland’s local elections official results declared

The Team from Auckland Council

The final count is in and the results have been officially declared. With special votes now validated and counted, it is confirmed – Wayne Brown is the mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau.

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808 days ago

Unleashing Genius After School Programme

Jasmin Wang from Nutty Scientists Auckland

Our “Unleashing Genius” programmes start in Term 4.

Do you have a budding little scientist that loves to get involved with hands-on experiments? Take a look at Nutty Scientists and register your child in our amazing after-school programme.

We promise a world of 🌟FUN🌟 all whilst … View more
Our “Unleashing Genius” programmes start in Term 4.

Do you have a budding little scientist that loves to get involved with hands-on experiments? Take a look at Nutty Scientists and register your child in our amazing after-school programme.

We promise a world of 🌟FUN🌟 all whilst learning! Win, win! 🥳

nuttyscientists.com...

#scienceforkids #afterschoolprogrammeauckland #nuttyscientists #scienceforkidsbykids

809 days ago

Painted fence

Resene ColorShop Westgate

It’s easy to transform a tired timber fence into a stylish feature with Resene Lumbersider. Find out how to create your own.

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809 days ago

Sleep Soundly this Spring

Albany Heat Pumps

Keep bedrooms cool with unobtrusive ducted air conditioning.

Pead 50 Ideal for 3 bedrooms from $6,500

We are your local, authorized dealer of Mitsubishi & Fujitsu heat pumps, offering an extensive range of heat pumps at affordable prices to suit your style & comfort

Heat pumps … View more
Keep bedrooms cool with unobtrusive ducted air conditioning.

Pead 50 Ideal for 3 bedrooms from $6,500

We are your local, authorized dealer of Mitsubishi & Fujitsu heat pumps, offering an extensive range of heat pumps at affordable prices to suit your style & comfort

Heat pumps provide a cost effective way to keep your home warm and toasty in winter and cool in summer. We can help you find the best heat pump for your home's unique needs.

After helping hundreds of Auckland homeowners find the right heat pump, we're confident we can help you too.

Contact us today on for a free, no obligation quote
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810 days ago

Family Luncheon

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Advanced Cookery chef students prepared a three course menu for their families.
The menu was an entrée - Scallop, asparagus with brown butter vinaigrette, for the main course - Chicken Saltimbocca served with risotto, fennel and anise oil. The dessert of Mille-feuille with white chocolate … View more
Our Advanced Cookery chef students prepared a three course menu for their families.
The menu was an entrée - Scallop, asparagus with brown butter vinaigrette, for the main course - Chicken Saltimbocca served with risotto, fennel and anise oil. The dessert of Mille-feuille with white chocolate mousse, rhubarb and coconut sorbet.

810 days ago

Update on Local Elections 2022

The Team from Auckland Council

Due to the significant volume of special votes received, Auckland’s local election’s final count and official results will be announced on Saturday 15 October.

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810 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for nasturtium?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made… View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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811 days ago

Ryman residents aren’t defined by dementia

Ryman Healthcare

Through Ryman’s bespoke model of dementia care, myRyman Life, our villages aim to challenge perspectives on dementia and to create inclusive communities where staff receive cutting-edge training, families can feel reassured, and residents can thrive.

At Ryman villages our focus is on … View more
Through Ryman’s bespoke model of dementia care, myRyman Life, our villages aim to challenge perspectives on dementia and to create inclusive communities where staff receive cutting-edge training, families can feel reassured, and residents can thrive.

At Ryman villages our focus is on experience-based care rather than processes, enabling residents to live in the moment and to feel kindness, love and security.

Most of all, Ryman residents living with dementia are supported to continue doing the things that bring them joy so they can live fulfilled lives.
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813 days ago

World Mental Health Day

NumberWorks'nWords NorthWest

Every year, World Mental Health Day is held on 10th October. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2022 is "Mental Health in an Unequal World".

World Mental Health Day is dedicated to promoting the understanding of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. It's important … View more
Every year, World Mental Health Day is held on 10th October. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2022 is "Mental Health in an Unequal World".

World Mental Health Day is dedicated to promoting the understanding of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. It's important to raise awareness of mental health conditions and ensure that communities recognise the part each person has to play in creating a mentally healthy society. World Mental Health Day is a great opportunity to do this.

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813 days ago

A surge in votes received on final day of voting added to the count - Auckland’s local elections preliminary results

The Team from Auckland Council

Preliminary results confirm Wayne Brown remains to be the provisionally elected mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau.

With the large volume of last-minute votes added to the count, there are now variations to the results for candidates who were marginally leading in the progress results.

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813 days ago

Fiafia Festival 2023 - SAVE THE DATE

John from Hobsonville

Pacific EDNZ is excited to announce the date for the inaugural annual Fiafia Festival! Auckland Anniversary Sunday, 29th January 2023 is set to be an epic day from 10AM - 10PM at the Catalina Bay Waterfront!

Easily found at the end of Hobsonville Point via ferry from the CBD or a short trip from… View more
Pacific EDNZ is excited to announce the date for the inaugural annual Fiafia Festival! Auckland Anniversary Sunday, 29th January 2023 is set to be an epic day from 10AM - 10PM at the Catalina Bay Waterfront!

Easily found at the end of Hobsonville Point via ferry from the CBD or a short trip from across the bridge, Catalina Bay will be a buzz with all the culture and excitement we know to expect from Pasifika and Maori heritage, business vendors, demonstrations, performers, singers and much more!

Open to the public, this event is set to be one of Auckland's best community events for everyone!

Applications are open for sponsors, vendors, and performers wanting to take park in the festival! Contact the team at fiafiafestival@gmail.com for further information or follow all the updates at www.facebook.com...

See you all there!

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