Mount Albert, Auckland

Do we need better animal welfare rules in Aotearoa?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

CDANZ estimates that around 250,000 dogs are chained up for their entire lives in Aotearoa. Animal welfare inspectors from the SPCA can do little for them and only in the most extreme cases can dogs be seized, and owners prosecuted, due to the resources involved. Do we need to have better welfare … View moreCDANZ estimates that around 250,000 dogs are chained up for their entire lives in Aotearoa. Animal welfare inspectors from the SPCA can do little for them and only in the most extreme cases can dogs be seized, and owners prosecuted, due to the resources involved. Do we need to have better welfare rules for dogs?

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Heartbeats Heart Support Group

Trent Lash from Heartbeats Mt Roskill

Tena Koe, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Talofa, Mālō e lelei
Heartbeats, the ground-breaking heart event survivors support group, that started in Orewa in 2019 is growing each month across Auckland.
Membership is FREE, and all heart event survivors are WELCOME.

Meetings are informal will be held at the… View moreTena Koe, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Talofa, Mālō e lelei
Heartbeats, the ground-breaking heart event survivors support group, that started in Orewa in 2019 is growing each month across Auckland.
Membership is FREE, and all heart event survivors are WELCOME.

Meetings are informal will be held at the Wesley Community Centre. Meet other heart people, of all ages and with all heart conditions: and learn that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We support each other.
For more information call Trent Lash on 0220 606 199

World Scrabble Day

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

Each year on National Scrabble Day, April 13th recognises a game played around the world. Originally named Lexiko and then Criss-Cross Words, Alfred Mosher Butts eventually settled on the name Scrabble. The amateur artist and unemployed architect developed the word game in the midst of the … View moreEach year on National Scrabble Day, April 13th recognises a game played around the world. Originally named Lexiko and then Criss-Cross Words, Alfred Mosher Butts eventually settled on the name Scrabble. The amateur artist and unemployed architect developed the word game in the midst of the depression. Still, it wasn’t until 1948, a final name change and a trademark that Butts finally began to produce the game.

Would you speak up?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage … View moreTelecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage you to speak up and raise issues early.

For phone and internet disputes, talk to your provider first and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved or if you need some extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

To get in touch or find out more, visit www.tdr.org.nz or freephone 0508 98 98 98. Find out more

Mealtime made easy with HelloFresh

HelloFresh

Sharing the joy with neighbours, family, and friends alike doesn’t have to be hard. HelloFresh makes mealtime easy, even for a crowd.

With HelloFresh you don’t have to think about meal planning or the hassle of going to the supermarket. Everything you need for a no-stress, … View moreSharing the joy with neighbours, family, and friends alike doesn’t have to be hard. HelloFresh makes mealtime easy, even for a crowd.

With HelloFresh you don’t have to think about meal planning or the hassle of going to the supermarket. Everything you need for a no-stress, delicious meal is delivered straight to your door with quality, pre-portioned ingredients.

Experience the variety and convenience HelloFresh has to offer with meals like Chipotle Beef & Black Bean Loaded Wedges with Radish Salsa & Mayonnaise by using the code NEIGHBOURLYHF to get up to $175 off HelloFresh. Find out more

Heartbeats Heart Event Survivors Group to Start in Mt Roskill Area

Trent Lash from Heartbeats Mt Roskill

Heartbeats is a community-based, support group for heart event survivors, their family and whanau.
With almost 200 members across Auckland and several support groups operating in different suburbs, Heartbeats is all about 'sharing the journey' and dealing with a life-changing event: its … View moreHeartbeats is a community-based, support group for heart event survivors, their family and whanau.
With almost 200 members across Auckland and several support groups operating in different suburbs, Heartbeats is all about 'sharing the journey' and dealing with a life-changing event: its anxieties, issues with medications, life-style changes and psychological support.
Heartbeats run online meetings on different heart topics and membership is free to ALL heart event survivors.
If you are interested in finding out more: contact Trent Lash at 0220 606 199

32 new healthcare roles added to immigration fast-track scheme

Brian from Mount Roskill

New Green List roles
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Addiction practitioner/alcohol & drug clinician
Audiometrist
Chiropractor
Clinical dental technician
Clinical physiologists (sleep, renal, exercise, respiratory, neurology, and cardiac)
Counsellor
… View moreNew Green List roles
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Addiction practitioner/alcohol & drug clinician
Audiometrist
Chiropractor
Clinical dental technician
Clinical physiologists (sleep, renal, exercise, respiratory, neurology, and cardiac)
Counsellor
Dental specialists
Dental technician
Dental therapist
Dentist
Dietician
Dispensing optician
Drug and alcohol counsellor
Enrolled nurse
Genetic counsellor
Medical laboratory pre-analytical technician
Medical resonance imaging technologist
Nuclear medicine technologist
Nurse practitioner
Optometrist
Oral health therapist
Orthotic and prosthetic technician
Orthotist/prosthetist
Osteopath
Paramedic/emergency medical technician
Perfusionist (cardiac)
Pharmacist
Physiotherapist
Play therapist (hospital)
Social worker
Speech language therapist
Sterile processing technician
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Existing roles on Green List Work to Residence pathway moving to Straight to Residence pathway:
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Anaesthetic Technician
Audiologist
Medical imaging technologist
Medical laboratory technician
Medical radiation therapist
Occupational therapist.
Podiatrist
Sonographer
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Existing roles on Green List Straight to Residence pathway:
Clinical Psychologists
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Medical laboratory scientist
Medical practitioners (doctors)
Midwife
Orthoptist
Physicist (Medical)
Psychologists
Registered Nurse
Eligible people will be able to apply from May 29 2023.
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Before an applicant can apply for residence, they must meet the requirements as set out in the Green List. For example, if registration is required, this must be obtained before submitting a residence application. More information will be available on the Immigration New Zealand website.

Care and support workers are not covered by these changes as they already have a two year work to residence pathway which is tied to the pay legislation under the Care Workforce Sector Agreement.
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Lounge chair and sofa

Pete from Point Chevalier

Both are strong and well-made. Very comfortable. The chair has evidence of cat scratching

Free

New season stock

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

Are you looking for winter clothes. Come and visit us at 571 Sandringham.

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Our Seniors newsletter is out today. We publish details on the annual increase to NZ Superannuation and Veterans pension payments, the start of the Winter Energy Payment and provide advice on travelling overseas while on Superannuation and what you need to be aware of. We also hear about MoneyTalks… View moreOur Seniors newsletter is out today. We publish details on the annual increase to NZ Superannuation and Veterans pension payments, the start of the Winter Energy Payment and provide advice on travelling overseas while on Superannuation and what you need to be aware of. We also hear about MoneyTalks and the free budget advice they provide. Plus so much more!

Cooktop Owen

Ilyas from Avondale

Below each of the 4 coil burner elements is a pan and in one of them there is a minute hole. However It does not affect the main heating function.

Price: $40

Sandringham Moth Plant Competition 2023

Angela Hume from SPiCE - Sandringham Project in Community Empowerment

So exciting to see your registrations coming in for out Moth Plant Competition 2023. If you haven't registered yet just pop on over to www.spice.org.nz... where you can find all the details.
It's a great way to get the kids outside during the holidays and a fun way to spend time as a … View moreSo exciting to see your registrations coming in for out Moth Plant Competition 2023. If you haven't registered yet just pop on over to www.spice.org.nz... where you can find all the details.
It's a great way to get the kids outside during the holidays and a fun way to spend time as a family - helping your local environment and improving the local community too. Why not register your family as a team (up to 5 members) and get out there and take on the Moth Plant!!

Wanted Good Clean Towels, Blankets and Clothes

Keith from Avondale

Our Mother of Divine Mercy Womens Refuge is in badly need of Good Clean Clothes, Towels and Bankets for victims of the recent floods. Please call Keith To Collect on 09 828 9785 or 0275 828 978 Thank you,

What's your best onion recipe?

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. This month, we're on the hunt for onion recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by April 20, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener.

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

Over 360 Household Heroes across the nation were nominated by you to win $350! This country is full of amazing Kiwis who are keeping things running at home no matter what! You’re all heroes!

BUT there can only be one winner, was it you? Find out who WON $350 towards their Broadband and Power … View moreOver 360 Household Heroes across the nation were nominated by you to win $350! This country is full of amazing Kiwis who are keeping things running at home no matter what! You’re all heroes!

BUT there can only be one winner, was it you? Find out who WON $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!