Mount Albert, Auckland

1302 days ago

AKL Summer Sorted Competition

The Team from Auckland Council

Share your summer photos with us using #AKLSummerSorted on Instagram or by clicking on 'Read More' and be in to win some great prizes 🎁😎☀️⁠⠀
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1302 days ago

Christmas Tree Removal

Treemoval

Hi neighbours,

If you have an old, dead Christmas Tree, we’ll collect it for $15. My 13-year old son has developed this service, called ‘Treemovals’. He plans to recycle the trees into firewood and hopefully avoid them going into landfill etc.

Please message us here or on 021333221.
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Hi neighbours,

If you have an old, dead Christmas Tree, we’ll collect it for $15. My 13-year old son has developed this service, called ‘Treemovals’. He plans to recycle the trees into firewood and hopefully avoid them going into landfill etc.

Please message us here or on 021333221.
Thanks for your support!
Sally & Enzo

1302 days ago

The most popular properties viewed by New Zealanders

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Jonah Lomu's mansion, an historic church in Franklin and a tiny cottage in Mt Eden have been recognised among the most popular property listings in 2020.

Trade Me spokesperson Millie Silvester said New Zealanders are keen property lovers and every year unique properties take top spots for … View more
Jonah Lomu's mansion, an historic church in Franklin and a tiny cottage in Mt Eden have been recognised among the most popular property listings in 2020.

Trade Me spokesperson Millie Silvester said New Zealanders are keen property lovers and every year unique properties take top spots for the most viewed properties.

Jonah Lomu’s former Maupuia mansion was the site's most viewed property of 2020 with 196,000 views, Silvester said.

The five-bedroom Mediterranean-style house with expansive views of Wellington harbour has a rateable value of $2.4 million and is still listed onsite.

Silvester said the list wouldn’t be complete without a few multi-million dollar mansions too.

“Kiwis love to dream and each year we see thousands of views on some of the most expensive properties for sale in the country," she said.

A lavish inner-city mansion in the Wellington suburb of Thorndon clocked up 150,000 hits making it the second most viewed property of 2020.

"The home has an eye-watering asking price of $6.5 million and is still onsite.”

Another Wellington mansion took out the third spot with 148,000 views.

The five-story pad in Brooklyn has an asking price of almost $4 million and boasts an entire floor dedicated to an indoor swimming pool.

Fourth on the most viewed list is a 125-year-old church perched on Awhitu Peninsula in Franklin, which drew 117,771 views.

“The little church is surrounded by some pretty incredible natural scenery and looks out over the Tasman Sea - it’s really no wonder it was dubbed the most photogenic church in the country," Silvester said.

A tiny cottage in the middle of Mount Eden was fifth with 78,059 views.

The festive-looking green house with bright red windows has just one-bedroom and one-bathroom, and spans 51-square-metres.

Also making the cut is Owlcatraz, a native bird and wildlife park in Horowhenua- sixth with 74,300 views.

The 6.67 hectare property includes a four-bedroom home, its own lake and a glow worm cave.

Wellington’s air traffic control tower, Arnold, was seventh on the list and after 68,444 views, Arnold gained a new owner in October.

Have you viewed any of these listings?

Which property piques your interest?

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1317 days ago

Just announced! Summer High Tea at Alberton

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

Gather a group of friends and don your finery for your annual chance to celebrate and savour the ritual of high tea at beautiful Alberton, a historic homestead built in 1863. For one weekend only, enjoy dainty sandwiches, scones, savouries and cakes with a showcase of luxury teas from Harney & … View moreGather a group of friends and don your finery for your annual chance to celebrate and savour the ritual of high tea at beautiful Alberton, a historic homestead built in 1863. For one weekend only, enjoy dainty sandwiches, scones, savouries and cakes with a showcase of luxury teas from Harney & Sons, served from vintage bone china and antique silverware on tables adorned with antique linens and floral displays. Soak up the beauty of the grand ballroom or the tranquil garden from the verandah.

The tea services run from Friday 26 February to Sunday 28 February with two sittings at 11am & 2pm. Come along for morning or afternoon tea or consider it a light luncheon.

With delicious bites (three savouries, scones, two mini cakes) prepared by award winning caterers Little Wolf and tea or coffee, tickets are $45 per person. For full indulgence add a glass of bubbles (Lindauer Vintage Series Rosé, Brut or Free) for $8. Tickets include a goodie bag and entry to explore the house (usually $10).

Always an occasion, tickets make a lovely gift for birthdays, anniversaries or special occasions. If you are keen make sure to book promptly as these events always sell out in advance of the dates. Bookings are absolutely essential. Book via Eventfinda:
www.eventfinda.co.nz...

All proceeds support Alberton and Heritage New Zealand in caring for 44 historic properties around the country as well us undertaking the wider work of the organisation in the promotion, protection, preservation and conservation of historical and cultural heritage of New Zealand.

1303 days ago

Meet the cats of Auckland instutitions

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Auckland Stuff

There's Governor Grey from Auckland University, Daisy from Waitākere Hospital, Bruce from Grey Lynn and more. Have you seen any of these pawsome felines out and about?

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1308 days ago

Happy New Year!

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Auckland has welcomed 2021 in with a bang, starting with a five minute firework display from the top of the Sky Tower at midnight.

Last year was tough. What are you looking forward to in 2021?

1303 days ago

Happy New Year!

The Team Reporter from NZ House & Garden

We hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves … View moreWe hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves unwinding as soon as they walk through its front gate. Where's your favourite place to unwind over the summer?

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1303 days ago

Free garden hoses

Claire from Westmere

2x garden hoses, free. Both bunch up a bit and one has a couple of holes that would need to be patched. Pick up in Westmere.

Free

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1304 days ago

Washing machine repair

Amanda from Point Chevalier

Any recommendations??

Thanks
Amanda

1303 days ago

Suitcase full of free stuff!

John from Westmere

DVD player, some kitchen stuff, kids toys, random odds and ends. Help yourself. Corner of Chester Ave and Garnet Rd, Westmere. Out there now.

Free

1303 days ago

Welcome to 2021

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Happy New Year neighbours!

Have you made any new resolutions heading into 2021?

What are they?

Did you achieve last year's goals?

*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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1304 days ago

Your summer, sorted in Auckland

The Team from Auckland Council

There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at … View more
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
Find out more

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1304 days ago

We LOVE swimming

Hilton Brown Swimming

And we want you and your family to love it as well!

We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.

Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson.

We have locations in both … View more
And we want you and your family to love it as well!

We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.

Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson.

We have locations in both Newmarket and One Tree Hill.

The Free Trial lesson is open to all new customers.
Find out more

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1304 days ago

Old single bed for free

Grant from Mount Albert

Old single wirewove bed free to good home. Solid oak headboard and bed end.

Free

1317 days ago

What was the highlight of 2020 for you?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

In many respects, 2020 has proved to be a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses and financial fallout.

Many of you neighbours have been doing it tough.

What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year?

*Please put NFP if you do not want your … View more
In many respects, 2020 has proved to be a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses and financial fallout.

Many of you neighbours have been doing it tough.

What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year?

*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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