Hobsonville, Auckland

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

319 days ago

Police patrols in Auckland’s north-west

The Team from North Shore, Rodney & West Auckland Police

Police are continuing to keep an eye out for suspicious activity in the small hours around the north-west of Auckland.
In the past two nights, patrols have picked up suspicious vehicles travelling into the Helensville township.
Waitematā North Relieving Area Commander, Senior Sergeant Roger … View more
Police are continuing to keep an eye out for suspicious activity in the small hours around the north-west of Auckland.
In the past two nights, patrols have picked up suspicious vehicles travelling into the Helensville township.
Waitematā North Relieving Area Commander, Senior Sergeant Roger Small says there have been increases in reports of dishonesty offences and vehicle crime in some rural communities. He says “We have seen reports in recent weeks across the Helensville, Kumeū and Huapai areas involving stolen vehicles or property being stolen from vehicles,”
“We’re actively following up these reports and as part of this response we have patrolling in place around the times when this offending is happening.”

Just before 2am, one of the patrols observed a vehicle with numerous occupants travelling toward Helensville on State Highway 16.
“The vehicle was signalled to stop, but on seeing the red and blue lights accelerated away at a very high speed,” Senior Sergeant Small says. “Another unit was able to successfully deploy spikes after the vehicle entered the Helensville township, and the vehicle came to a stop.”
All occupants, including the 17-year-old-driver, were taken into custody without further incident.

“We’re reminding the community that we are out there patrolling, and if you are ever signalled to stop by Police you should always stop, otherwise you are committing an offence.”
This follows another incident at around 2.18am on 8 January, where a vehicle was seen by a patrol being driven at speed through roadworks near Helensville.
“Due to the driver’s excessive speed, the vehicle was not pursued but it was later seen travelling through the township toward Wainui,” Senior Sergeant Small says. “Follow up enquiries are being made with the vehicle’s registered owner as to who was driving the vehicle at the time.”

Today’s reminder follows a challenge issued by Police in the lead up to the New Year for locals to make their vehicles less attractive.
“We’re asking the locals to keep it up, making sure their vehicle is secured and all their valuables are taken out when it’s not in use,” Senior Sergeant Small says. “Police are still actively following up these reports and we ask that the community remains aware of the issue. “Keep an eye out for suspicious activity in your area, and if you see something untoward let us know as soon as possible.”

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320 days ago

Fisher & Paykel 10kg top load washing machine

Kalala from Te Atatu Peninsula

Used but good condition. Moving house so pick up required from Te Atatu Peninsula.

Price: $50

320 days ago

How to Downsize Gifts and Heirlooms

Keith Park Retirement Village

Welcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of … View more
Welcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of downsizing – what to do with gifts and heirlooms. Whether you need to free up space in your own home or are helping someone else to downsize, this is a task that can feel daunting and emotionally charged.

Although it might be tempting to box everything up and hide it away to deal with another day, that just passes the problem down the road to your future self or to your family.

Fortunately, there are ways to downsize gifts and heirlooms that honour and remember the past whilst enabling you to rightsize your life for the present day.

Click to read more.

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320 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners. … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Don’t forget, tickets also make great gifts.

Celebrate the Heart Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Lottery and get your tickets today!
Get tickets now

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322 days ago

Last minute outdoor gazebo

Matt from Greenhithe

Hi all,
My sister is having her 21st party today, and it was supposed to be outdoors. However it's been raining all day.

Does anyone know where we can hire or borrow a gazebo just incase its still raining later on today?

Thanks

323 days ago

Mindful makeover

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Breathe new life into an old wooden cabinet with Resene paints. Find out how to revamp your own with our handy advice.

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323 days ago

Best Shows to Stream This Summer

The Team from NZ Compare

Looking to unwind and recharge these holidays?

We've compiled the top summer holiday movies on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Neon for the festive season. CLICK below to explore!

Also, we've got the scoop on broadband providers offering free subscriptions to these streaming … View more
Looking to unwind and recharge these holidays?

We've compiled the top summer holiday movies on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Neon for the festive season. CLICK below to explore!

Also, we've got the scoop on broadband providers offering free subscriptions to these streaming services just in time.

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325 days ago

Happy New Year from Ryman!

Keith Park Retirement Village

Wishing you a fantastic year filled with laughter, fun, and exciting possibilities.

If you're considering a lifestyle change this year, we'd love to help you discover all the options around retirement living.

It could give you more time to do the things you love. To get you … View more
Wishing you a fantastic year filled with laughter, fun, and exciting possibilities.

If you're considering a lifestyle change this year, we'd love to help you discover all the options around retirement living.

It could give you more time to do the things you love. To get you started, try our free copy of the Ryman Guide that covers everything from living options to costs.

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327 days ago

Sofa

Kelly from Massey

Good comfy sofa needs to be cleaned $150 neg

Buyer must collect must take all 4 parts
Need gone asap as it is in our carport we cannot get it through our doors.
Measures floor to top brown part 790 then cushion approx 130
Back to front 990 same as across the front.

Has some marks but … View more
Good comfy sofa needs to be cleaned $150 neg

Buyer must collect must take all 4 parts
Need gone asap as it is in our carport we cannot get it through our doors.
Measures floor to top brown part 790 then cushion approx 130
Back to front 990 same as across the front.

Has some marks but they should one out if you have a small upholstery machine

Collect massey

Price: $150

338 days ago

The Winner: NZ's Merriest Home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to Mark Williams of Tamatea who has won NZ's Merriest Home and our Neighbourly prize. Well deserved, Mark.

Mark and his family have decorated his home for 23 years and start preparing in about October each year. He has now shared some videos of his property that you can view… View more
Congratulations to Mark Williams of Tamatea who has won NZ's Merriest Home and our Neighbourly prize. Well deserved, Mark.

Mark and his family have decorated his home for 23 years and start preparing in about October each year. He has now shared some videos of his property that you can view - Inside and Out.

Thank you to all those who entered and made the season merry and bright!

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327 days ago

Sunday Star-Times Great Kiwi Quiz is back by popular demand

Sunday Star Times

Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to win a … View more
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to win a $100 Mitre 10 gift card, with a total of $5,000 worth of gift cards up for grabs. The more answers you enter in correctly, the higher your chance of walking away with a Mitre 10 gift card this summer. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.

The team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
Find out more

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327 days ago

Happy New Year!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy New Year from the NZ Compare Team! Wishing you a year filled with joy, success, and exciting adventures.
Here's to more fantastic moments together in 2024!

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329 days ago

What would go in our 2023 NZ time capsule?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For a bit of fun, imagine we are making a time capsule to tell the future about life in New Zealand in 2023. What would you add to our time capsule?

Some ideas include:
A pair of Crocs
An air fryer
A poem written by ChatGPT
A PakNSave receipt
A teaspoon commemorating the Coronation of … View more
For a bit of fun, imagine we are making a time capsule to tell the future about life in New Zealand in 2023. What would you add to our time capsule?

Some ideas include:
A pair of Crocs
An air fryer
A poem written by ChatGPT
A PakNSave receipt
A teaspoon commemorating the Coronation of King Charles III
A copy of Prince Harry’s book “Spare”
A banner that says “Up the Wahs”

What would you put in there to sum up life in NZ this year?

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329 days ago

Embrace adventure, we'll mow the lawns...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Pack the bikes, lace up your tramping boots, jet set to an international city, relax on an ocean cruise. Embracing adventure is made easy with our lock-and-leave-style living. We keep your home secure and well-maintained while you take off to explore what brings you joy.

“Moving to a Ryman … View more
Pack the bikes, lace up your tramping boots, jet set to an international city, relax on an ocean cruise. Embracing adventure is made easy with our lock-and-leave-style living. We keep your home secure and well-maintained while you take off to explore what brings you joy.

“Moving to a Ryman apartment meant that we could take off, lock up, and leave everything. So that’s what we did, and it has been wonderful, just amazing.” Eric and Glynn, William Sanders Village residents.

Discover more about the freedom of living in a Ryman village.
Explore Ryman villages now

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330 days ago

Preserving your memories

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Enjoy your favourite photos every day with these three crafty framing projects finished in Resene paints.
Find out how to do this in your own home with these instructions.

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