Mellons Bay, Auckland

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

670 days ago

Turning the tables

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Give a dull brown table a fresh light look using a modern chalk paint style effect.

Find out how to refresh your table with this handy advice.

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671 days ago

Greenview Park Village & Terence Kennedy House

Highgrove from Neighbourly Nz

Did you know that Greenview Park has multiple indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for afternoon tea or a cuppa?

These spaces are communal, and all are welcome, including visitors and family.
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671 days ago

Want to try throwing javelin, hammer, discus and shotput?

Mark from Bucklands Beach

Starting in May there will be a monthly competition at Pakuranga Athletic Club stadium for those 20+ years of age. We compete in 5 year age groups (ie 40-45, 45-50 etc), separated by gender and also by experience. For those who wish to learn how to throw discus, shot, javelin and hammer, we run … View moreStarting in May there will be a monthly competition at Pakuranga Athletic Club stadium for those 20+ years of age. We compete in 5 year age groups (ie 40-45, 45-50 etc), separated by gender and also by experience. For those who wish to learn how to throw discus, shot, javelin and hammer, we run training sessions on Monday evenings starting at 6pm at the Pakuranga Athletic stadium. This is a community undertaking so no charge is made. If interested contact Mark on 02102292521.

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671 days ago

Auckland's West Coast beaches closed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland Emergency Services are asking people to stay away from West Coast beach communities which are trying to recover from last week’s storm.

What you need to know:
- The affected beaches are Piha, Karekare, Bethells, Muriwai, Huia and Little Huia
- The beaches have been closed to … View more
Auckland Emergency Services are asking people to stay away from West Coast beach communities which are trying to recover from last week’s storm.

What you need to know:
- The affected beaches are Piha, Karekare, Bethells, Muriwai, Huia and Little Huia
- The beaches have been closed to non-residents only
- The closures are for safety and to ensure road repairs can take place

“While there is road access into Piha, it’s limited and we’re asking people not to go to Piha to go surfing or picnicking, I know we may have a fine weekend coming up but to stay away out of respect for those communities,” Duty controller Mace Ward says.

If you are wanting to check swimming conditions in other areas of Auckland, check the SwimSafe site.

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671 days ago

Flood victim furniture in need

Courtney from Somerville

Hello,
I am searching on behalf of a colleague and her family who lost their house in the Auckland flooding a couple of weeks ago. They lost their house and furniture and are now on the hunt for donation pieces. They are looking for bedside tables, a king bed and a fridge. Any help would be … View more
Hello,
I am searching on behalf of a colleague and her family who lost their house in the Auckland flooding a couple of weeks ago. They lost their house and furniture and are now on the hunt for donation pieces. They are looking for bedside tables, a king bed and a fridge. Any help would be lovely.
Thank you :)

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671 days ago

Art classes for adult beginners and beyond beginners

Lorraine from The Village Art Classes

Hello
I am messaging to spread the news of our very popular Howick and Kohimarama art classes especially designed for adults who would like to learn how to get started with the fascinating and absorbing pastime - creating art. Our classes have been running for 3 years in Howick and Kohimarama … View more
Hello
I am messaging to spread the news of our very popular Howick and Kohimarama art classes especially designed for adults who would like to learn how to get started with the fascinating and absorbing pastime - creating art. Our classes have been running for 3 years in Howick and Kohimarama and hundreds of people have discovered their 'inner artist' and the joy of creativity in that time. Our classes will continue to go forward under the new name of The Village Art Classes (formerly Seasons Art Class Howick). You can join us for the full 15 week course or any of the individual 5 week modules (sketching, watercolours and acrylics). All equipment supplied, just bring yourself and enjoy.

We also offer 1-day (5 hour) workshops. The next workshop is on Thursday 2nd March and will focus on sketching and drawing.

Do phone or email me for more information, I would love to hear from you.
Lorraine Elliot
Director
The Village Art Classes

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674 days ago

Poll: Is our government making the right decisions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? … View more
We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? Let's discuss!

Share your thoughts in the comments below - add NFP if you don't want these shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is our government making the right decisions?
  • 2.4% Yes, I back the decision to build over wetlands
    2.4% Complete
  • 88.3% No, we need to focus on preventing future flooding
    88.3% Complete
  • 7.2% Sort of - we can't always cater to the 'what-ifs'
    7.2% Complete
  • 2.1% I don't know
    2.1% Complete
4257 votes
672 days ago

The Building Guys

The Team from The Building Guys

Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), Kelvin (the plumber), Chevi (the electrician) and Russell (the tiler) to … View more
Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), Kelvin (the plumber), Chevi (the electrician) and Russell (the tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

Book online using the link below or call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.

Be safe!
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672 days ago

Five out of five for Acacia Cove

Acacia Cove

Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great … View more
Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great quality of life for its residents. Acacia Cove gives its residents a social community feel, with bowling greens, snooker table, craft room and indoor pools, providing great opportunities for residents to mix and mingle. The five newly completed apartments are situated 50 metres away from the Village centre.

Acacia Cove understands that its residents require dwellings where they can live safely and independently. Universal Design provides this. Acacia Cove decided applying Universal Design best accessibility practice was of high importance.

If you’re aged 60 and over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Contact long time manager Burce Cullington on (09) 268 8522.
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672 days ago

World NGO Day

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

Each year World NGO Day is celebrated by people all over the world.
It is an international day dedicated to recognizing, acknowledging and celebrating non-governmental and non-profit organisations.

In 2023, the Indian Kiwi Positive Ageing Charitable Trust Inc. is hosting this event.
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Each year World NGO Day is celebrated by people all over the world.
It is an international day dedicated to recognizing, acknowledging and celebrating non-governmental and non-profit organisations.

In 2023, the Indian Kiwi Positive Ageing Charitable Trust Inc. is hosting this event.
You're invited to drop in and meet the people behind these organisations, who contribute immensely to your community.
When: Saturday, 25 February 2023
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Venue: The Cloud, 37-38 Bishop Dunn Place, Botany South, Manukau, Auckland

#WorldNGODay

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673 days ago

Dance for free at Uxbridge in Howick this Saturday

Phil from Farm Cove

Calling East Aucklanders who dig a dance – there’s a free concert by Little Earle and Friends (Count Bassy and Drummer Darryn) at Howick’s Uxbridge Arts & Culture this Saturday, February 25, from midday to 2pm.
Little Earle says their set has “groovy hits and tasty obscurities” by … View more
Calling East Aucklanders who dig a dance – there’s a free concert by Little Earle and Friends (Count Bassy and Drummer Darryn) at Howick’s Uxbridge Arts & Culture this Saturday, February 25, from midday to 2pm.
Little Earle says their set has “groovy hits and tasty obscurities” by American rhythm n’ blues and soul music artists such as Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker and Howlin’ Wolf.
“The Uxbridge Arts & Culture concert is one of a series of gigs in community centres Auckland-wide, designed for dancers of all ages,” he says.
“Thanks to the pandemic, many kids have never seen live music, and it’s not easy for older folks to make it to late-night concerts in inner-city venues.
“In response, these concerts, proudly supported by Manatu Taonga, the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, are accessible, easy-going and best of all free to the public.”
Right on, Brother, Little Earle. Cats will be swingin’ – PJ

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673 days ago

Get a wriggle on!

Southern Cross Round the Bays

We are less than 12 days out from Southern Cross Round the Bays...

On Thursday, our prices increase to 'Late' entry fees - let's save some money by buying tickets before midnight on the 22nd Feb to lock in the Standard price rate!

For more information on the event or to take … View more
We are less than 12 days out from Southern Cross Round the Bays...

On Thursday, our prices increase to 'Late' entry fees - let's save some money by buying tickets before midnight on the 22nd Feb to lock in the Standard price rate!

For more information on the event or to take the plunge and enter now, head to roundthebays.co.nz
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674 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
Click Here

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674 days ago

Census 2023 comes to Highland Park Library

Michelle from Highland Park

Need help with your Census Forms? We will have experts from Census Community Engagement Auckland North on site at Highland Park Library, Wednesday 22 February 1pm - 3pm and Saturday 25 February 10am - 2pm. They can assist you with online forms or paper forms. Bring your mail with the unique code to… View moreNeed help with your Census Forms? We will have experts from Census Community Engagement Auckland North on site at Highland Park Library, Wednesday 22 February 1pm - 3pm and Saturday 25 February 10am - 2pm. They can assist you with online forms or paper forms. Bring your mail with the unique code to the event, but if you haven't received one yet don't worry just come along and they can get one for you. Chinese and English speakers available.

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674 days ago

Flooded areas

Colleen from Farm Cove

There are some potential short term solutions for flooded areas.See pics. These interlocking plastic bridges seem a better option than a pulley system across flooded areas. They are made in Canada.this one is at Angkor Wat and enables thousands of tourists to cross into this heritage site.

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