Maraetai, Auckland

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1616 days ago

Do you need pruning and gardening tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored … View moreIn this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored harvests.

Make your own Modernist crate chair inspired by iconic Dutch furniture designer and architect Gerrit Reitveld in 1934. Plus go in the draw for Yates Sow Anytime Lawn Seed and ‘Café au Lait’ dahlias from Bulbs Direct.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1618 days ago

Are you ready for real Climate Change Action

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council has adopted a Climate Action Plan-a path to halving emissions by 2030. But the actions are yet to be decided. Can Auckland do it ? Read the story below:

1617 days ago

Resene Upcyling Awards - don't forget!

Resene

Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View more
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Get Upcycling now

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1618 days ago

New Zealand versus overseas holidays

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone, 
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas … View more
Hi everyone, 
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas holiday? And did it change your views about holidaying domestically?
Feel free to comment below or message me directly. Please remember your comments may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want them to be. Thank you.

1619 days ago

Stowaway cat found on truck driven from Palmerston North to Auckland

Josephine Franks Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, do you recognise this cat? The lucky moggie is one life lighter after surviving a cross-country jaunt by a whisker. She was found under a truck that had travelled from Palmerston North to Auckland, but it's not known when she jumped on board.

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1617 days ago

Neighbourly 101: How to Report a Post

Neighbourly.co.nz

See any posts that don't meet the Neighbourly Guidelines? Help Neighbourly stay neighbourly by reporting concerning content. Simply click the '...' button at the bottom of a post, click 'Report this message' and select your reason for reporting. This sends a silent alert to… View moreSee any posts that don't meet the Neighbourly Guidelines? Help Neighbourly stay neighbourly by reporting concerning content. Simply click the '...' button at the bottom of a post, click 'Report this message' and select your reason for reporting. This sends a silent alert to the Neighbourly Team so the post can be reviewed against the Neighbourly Guidelines. Thanks for helping keep Neighbourly community friendly and an enjoyable place to stay connected.

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1617 days ago

We Love Aotearoa: The Black Seeds, Ladi6, and Jess B put on a free Auckland show

Danielle Clent Reporter from Auckland Stuff

A group of tourists who decided to stay in New Zealand are celebrating the country’s success managing Covid-19 by hosting two free events on Auckland’s waterfront.

Ladi6, Leisure, The Black Seeds, Jess B, Sola Rosa, Clicks, Frank Booker, Flamingo Pier, and DJ Tina Turntables will perform at … View more
A group of tourists who decided to stay in New Zealand are celebrating the country’s success managing Covid-19 by hosting two free events on Auckland’s waterfront.

Ladi6, Leisure, The Black Seeds, Jess B, Sola Rosa, Clicks, Frank Booker, Flamingo Pier, and DJ Tina Turntables will perform at Shed 10 and The Cloud as part of We ❤ Aotearoa’s evening event on August 15.

For more information and how to get tickets, check out our story.

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1618 days ago

Want to help shape the future of Neighbourly?

Neighbourly.co.nz

We are looking for members across the country to test out some exciting new features and share your thoughts. Interested? Click the link to fill out a quick survey and we will be in touch. Yes, I want to help

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1618 days ago

Making Your Place a Green space

Wyatt Landscape

Wyatt Landscape Supplies services the greater Auckland area and has been in business since 2004. We are suppliers in all things Landscaping and take a great deal of pride in knowing we offer our customers the best in service, Products and advise while also being dedicated to the trade sector of the… View moreWyatt Landscape Supplies services the greater Auckland area and has been in business since 2004. We are suppliers in all things Landscaping and take a great deal of pride in knowing we offer our customers the best in service, Products and advise while also being dedicated to the trade sector of the industry. We are very excited to be opening soon in Paerata and look forward to helping you build your garden or landscape dreams.

Our areas of expertise are in:
● Landscape Supplies
● Garden Supplies
● Bulk quarry Supplies
● Truck crane Hire
● Bulk Haulage

What makes us different from other businesses is that we provide our clients with reliable, prompt, personalized service.

We also utilise Wyatt Haulage to cart all our own products in order to be cost-effective bringing you the best price we can offer.
Visit us online

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1618 days ago

Here's our AMI Kind Neighbours Kirsty and Jeremy, nominated by Kathy Chandler from Motueka.

Neighbourly.co.nz

Here's a wee bit of a throwback to life under lockdown. Check out how this couple in Motueka helped out their neighbours who were new to the area. Have you got an unsung hero in your neighbourhood? You can make your nominations here!

"We have a lovely young couple across the road from… View more
Here's a wee bit of a throwback to life under lockdown. Check out how this couple in Motueka helped out their neighbours who were new to the area. Have you got an unsung hero in your neighbourhood? You can make your nominations here!

"We have a lovely young couple across the road from us at number 13, Glenaven Drive, called Kirsty and Jeremy. We have recently moved to Motueka and they have been very helpful and friendly right from the start. During Lockdown they did shopping for us and let us have soil from their excavations for our garden improvements. Later on, they have given us lemons, gave spare concrete when they had some delivered for themselves and watered our plants when we were able to go away and visit our new grandchild. They are gems and have made us really happy that we've chosen Motueka as our home."

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1618 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy - exercise in disguise

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Dance to your own beat in the dark for 1 hour to sounds of the 70's till now.
Wiggle and giggle whilst burning up to 420 calories for the hour!
NO CHARGE to attend. No instructor. Just dance Freestyle!

Can't dance? Not a problem! Any movement for an hour will help you shed unwanted … View more
Dance to your own beat in the dark for 1 hour to sounds of the 70's till now.
Wiggle and giggle whilst burning up to 420 calories for the hour!
NO CHARGE to attend. No instructor. Just dance Freestyle!

Can't dance? Not a problem! Any movement for an hour will help you shed unwanted calories and improve your well-being.

Wear whatever you are comfortable in and don't forget your water!

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1619 days ago

Have you experienced racism in Aotearoa?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Oscar-winning filmmaker and actor Taika Waititi is portraying “the voice of racism” in an initiative that aims to stamp out the problem in Aotearoa.
He has voiced racist comments – such as “go back to where you came from” – made to New Zealanders as part of the Human … View more
Hi neighbours, Oscar-winning filmmaker and actor Taika Waititi is portraying “the voice of racism” in an initiative that aims to stamp out the problem in Aotearoa.
He has voiced racist comments – such as “go back to where you came from” – made to New Zealanders as part of the Human Rights Commission’s Give Nothing to Racism campaign, published by the commission on an interactive webpage. Have you experienced racism in Aotearoa? Share your story in the comments section.

1619 days ago

Garde Manger Tasting Plate

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Here is a Diploma cooks Garde Manger assessment Tasting plate which involves:
1. Fillet round fish - today is Blue Cod.
2. Smoke one side off to make a Smoked mousse and garnish of the same fish flakes on top.
3. Use second side to serve as crudo.
4. Pickle cucumber and radish.
5. Make Petit… View more
Here is a Diploma cooks Garde Manger assessment Tasting plate which involves:
1. Fillet round fish - today is Blue Cod.
2. Smoke one side off to make a Smoked mousse and garnish of the same fish flakes on top.
3. Use second side to serve as crudo.
4. Pickle cucumber and radish.
5. Make Petit Salad.
6. Make Grissini.
7. Present on dinner plate or platter.

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