Maraetai, Auckland

Happy 2025, neighbour!

Happy 2025, neighbour!

Wishing you the best year ahead!

1772 days ago

Ryman Open Weekend

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

This Saturday and Sunday, Ryman Auckland villages are open to the public.

With many locations around Auckland, Ryman provide stylish villages for people who value being part of a vibrant community.
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1772 days ago

The South Island Journey presented by The Press

The Team from Readers Tours

Are you ready to discover the beauty of the South Island with a group of likeminded individuals and experienced tour guides?

Our next South Island Tour offers adventurous seniors the chance to explore the hidden gems that the South Island has to offer including the natural and mountainous … View more
Are you ready to discover the beauty of the South Island with a group of likeminded individuals and experienced tour guides?

Our next South Island Tour offers adventurous seniors the chance to explore the hidden gems that the South Island has to offer including the natural and mountainous landscapes. Travel via train, coach and ferry over this diverse 14-day itinerary.

8 - 21 OCTOBER 2020

Bookings are limited. Visit www.readerstours.co.nz... to find out more or call us on 0800 080 099.

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1773 days ago

Free desexing and microchipping for cats!

The Team from

From 9 – 27 March 2020, SPCA’s Auckland Centre is working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your cat is not desexed and you live in Clover Park, Flat Bush, Glen Eden, Henderson, Mangere (including Favona, Mangere Bridge, and Mangere East), Manurewa, … View more
From 9 – 27 March 2020, SPCA’s Auckland Centre is working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your cat is not desexed and you live in Clover Park, Flat Bush, Glen Eden, Henderson, Mangere (including Favona, Mangere Bridge, and Mangere East), Manurewa, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Otahuhu, Otara, Papakura, or Papatoetoe, call us today on (09) 256 7310 to secure your free appointment.

We are helping you desex and microchip your cat, for a happier and healthier pet.
Help us create a better future for animals!
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1773 days ago

Wildlife Photographer of the Year opens

The Team from Auckland Museum

Bald eagles, a Weddell seal, a gentoo penguin, a three-toed sloth, a grey whale and a curious racoon are just some of the many animals featured in The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, opening on Friday at Auckland Museum.

This week, visitors to the Museum will get their first … View more
Bald eagles, a Weddell seal, a gentoo penguin, a three-toed sloth, a grey whale and a curious racoon are just some of the many animals featured in The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, opening on Friday at Auckland Museum.

This week, visitors to the Museum will get their first opportunity to immerse themselves in some of the most vibrant, fascinating images collected this year of the vast and varied nature of life on Earth. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is the world’s most prestigious international nature photography exhibition, direct from London's Natural History Museum.
The longest-running nature photography exhibition in the world, it is known for inspiring curiosity and wonder, while also reminding us of the fragility of our planet and our responsibility to protect it.

Among those featured is the work of 14-year-old Aucklander, Cruz Erdmann, who won the title of Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year for his snap of a bigfin squid illuminating the inky blackness of the ocean.

Don't miss your chance to see up close the images that have got the whole world talking. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is free with Museum entry.
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1773 days ago

Three recycling truck fires in three weeks in Auckland

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has issued a warning to residents about disposing hazardous waste proper after three recycling trucks in Ōtara, Lynfield and Sunnynook. Gas cooker canisters or lighter fluid cans may have been responsible for one of the fires. Another led to 6 tonnes of recyclable … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland Council has issued a warning to residents about disposing hazardous waste proper after three recycling trucks in Ōtara, Lynfield and Sunnynook. Gas cooker canisters or lighter fluid cans may have been responsible for one of the fires. Another led to 6 tonnes of recyclable material going to landfill. The story below has some tips for people who aren't sure how to dispose of products including paint, gas cylinders and batteries.

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1778 days ago

Should Auckland Council execs get ATHOP cards instead of carparks?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council is looking to reduce the number of ratepayer funded carparks enjoyed by senior managers. It's down from 77 to 49. Is the council right to consider offering ATHOP cards instead? Read the story below:

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1773 days ago

Are you giving up something for Lent?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, Stuff is looking to speak with Aucklanders who are giving up something for Lent.

Perhaps you quit chocolate for 40 days every year, or you've decided to give up plastic for environmental reasons. If you'd be willing to talk to a reporter, please email … View more
Kia ora neighbours, Stuff is looking to speak with Aucklanders who are giving up something for Lent.

Perhaps you quit chocolate for 40 days every year, or you've decided to give up plastic for environmental reasons. If you'd be willing to talk to a reporter, please email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz

Please add NFP if you don't want your comments published.

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1774 days ago

Local Business Hero competition closing soon

Prospa

If you haven’t nominated your favourite local business for the Prospa Local Business Hero awards – you’d better get a move on.

The nominations closes on Thursday 5 March 2020 – and the competition is hot across the country. Don’t forget...if your ‘business hero’ is a regional … View more
If you haven’t nominated your favourite local business for the Prospa Local Business Hero awards – you’d better get a move on.

The nominations closes on Thursday 5 March 2020 – and the competition is hot across the country. Don’t forget...if your ‘business hero’ is a regional finalist, you BOTH get a $100 Prezzy® card. PLUS the national winner gets a raft of prizes including advertising packages and a cash prize of $2,500.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Nominate now

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1774 days ago

Connect and play this Children's day

Oranga Tamariki

Want to show your child you love them? Take them to something exciting this Children's Day.

Children’s Day is on Sunday 1st of March and it's all about putting tamariki first. Find an event near you.
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1775 days ago

Discover New Learning Possibilities.

NumberWorks’nWords

NumberWorks’nWords are the English and Maths tuition experts with over 34 years experience. Our tuition programmes have proven to be effective, boosting student’s confidence and results.

We believe it’s the personalised approach that really makes a difference. We cater for students of all… View more
NumberWorks’nWords are the English and Maths tuition experts with over 34 years experience. Our tuition programmes have proven to be effective, boosting student’s confidence and results.

We believe it’s the personalised approach that really makes a difference. We cater for students of all abilities from New Entrant to Year 11 — No matter whether your child is struggling to keep up, or racing to get ahead, we can tailor a tuition programme to meet their needs.

Call your local Number Works'Words on 0800 386 266 to book your Free Assessment and Introductory Lesson today
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1786 days ago

Cameras help cut red-light-running but thousands still do it

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, motorists running through red traffic lights create some of the highest death and injury risks. Auckland Transport's roll-out of cameras is making a difference, but do you think penalties are tough enough ? Read the story below:

1775 days ago

Helping children develop self-belief is the Foundation’s contribution to society.

Graeme Dingle Foundation

💪🏼 Let's empower our tamariki to overcome life's obstacles.

Contribute today!

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1776 days ago

Recipe: Lamb Salad

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Greg Heffernan's Marinated Lamb Salad recipe with Fresh Coriander & Mint Leaves

Ingredients
1 lamb fillet or ½ lamb loin

For the marinade:
1 shallot or 1 spring onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh mint, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh coriander, sliced
5 or 6 pieces pickled … View more
Greg Heffernan's Marinated Lamb Salad recipe with Fresh Coriander & Mint Leaves

Ingredients
1 lamb fillet or ½ lamb loin

For the marinade:
1 shallot or 1 spring onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh mint, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh coriander, sliced
5 or 6 pieces pickled ginger
Pinch of chilli powder or fresh chilli
Juice and zest of 1 lime
2-3 tablespoons soy sauce

To serve:
Handful of Mesclun salad
Few drops sesame oil
½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Please follow the link for the full recipe.

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