Mount Albert, Auckland

Poll: Which mattress would you rather....?

Beds4U Avondale

Time to settle the mattress match-up: Firm or Plush? Which side of the bed beckons you for a cozy night's sleep? Cast your vote and let's find out which mattress reigns supreme! #beds #mattress

Which mattress would you rather....?

• Firm
• Plush

Vote View Results

• 66.3% Firm
  66.3% Complete
• 33.7% Plush
  33.7% Complete

104 votes

Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

… View moreIt was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

Click read more for the full story.

Lead Up to Mothers Day

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

It’s time to treat Mum to her new outfit, book or accessory here at the Red Cross Shop Sandringham! She deserves it 🥰


Visit us at 571 Sandringham Road, Sandringham, Auckland 1025

We’re open Monday to Friday (9.00am to 5.00pm)
Saturday( 10.00am to 4.00pm)

Poll: Who is the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero?

Prospa

It's clear that small businesses can really be the backbone of a community. It’s been a joy to read the Prospa Local Business Hero nominations from around the country and we’ve now decided upon eight finalists.

With $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, it's up to you to decide who… View moreIt's clear that small businesses can really be the backbone of a community. It’s been a joy to read the Prospa Local Business Hero nominations from around the country and we’ve now decided upon eight finalists.

With $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, it's up to you to decide who deserves the title of 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero.

So have a read of the nominations below and cast your vote...

Mary & Sam Danielson - The Puketapu Hotel
Hawkes Bay
'On Feb 14, 2023, Cyclone Gabrielle flooded many of the rural areas. Puketapu Hotel went under perhaps half a meter of water. However, immediately Mary Danielson and her son, Sam Danielson, along with their loyal staff pulled it together to cook copious amounts of food that without electricity would have been wasted. Throughout the years many of us have been treated with a pub gathering where we can reconnect and a free meal. At Christmas there was Santa, games, gifts for kids, donated patchwork for adults, an ice cream truck and lots of camaraderie.
This February on the cyclone anniversary, they again pulled out the stops to give hundreds of us a special night. We are all tired of the cyclone cleanup and they understood that it was needed.'

Ian Harvey (& Des Banks) - Flower Bazaar
Christchurch
'I'd like to nominate my local florist, Ian and Des at Flower Bazaar on Innes Rd, Chirstchurch. The friendliest guys you could meet, always supporting their fellow retailers in the area and going above and beyond for their customers. They know my family well, and when my mother sadly passed away last July they even went out of their way to close the shop and come to her memorial service. With cost of living issues for a lot of us nowadays, it can't be easy for small businesses, especially those not selling everyday essentials. It's important we support each other and keep these little guys afloat. I can't sing their praises enough. I hope they win something, they really do deserve it.'

Vivienne Shepherd - The Glass Button Tailor
Whangārei
'The proprietor of this business is so kind. She will come to your home or business to discuss your need for repairs alterations or bespoke requirement. As it is often impossible to give a quote for work to do with tailoring she will give a guesstimate, if her time exceed this figure, she will charge that figure no more. But if the work takes less time, this will be the figure. Also, a client who eventually came to Vivienne had taken, a dress she very much liked, to another repair and alteration business who messed it up. Vivienne adjusted to fit well, straightened the one to straight back seam as well as other adjustments. She spent hours on it but charged well less than this time, due to empathy for the disappointment created by the bad job. Vivienne Shepherd is truly focused on doing the best by her clients. She definitely pursues excellence.'

Aaron Hickmott - Master of Gingerbread
Palmerston North
'He consistently turns out a wide range of biscuits on the shelves in both standard AND gluten free versions - he's our go-to when we need a treat to take to dinner at a longtime friend's place who requires gluten free food. His specialty is gingerbread of course and he sells Gingerbread House kitsets to people all over NZ!
The shop is small but inviting and he keeps loyalty cards for regular customers, bonus treats! I only found out recently that he struggled with dyslexia and left school early, but is a born baker and has gone from strength to strength. Long may he practice his craft!'

Alicia Sinclair & the Team - Atawhai Industries
New Plymouth
'Definitely Atawhai Industries New Plymouth. Great crew and management. Prompt service, experienced skilled workers who are cheerful and polite. I was very impressed with the dangerous job they had to do for me and will definitely be calling them for future work. They do so much for the community and help get work for people who would otherwise have difficulties.'

Jitesh Patel - Creswick Foodmarket
Wellington
'I'd like to nominate Jitesh & Hine at Creswick Foodmarket, Northland. Their tidy shop has everything one might need. And if what I am looking for is not there, they consider bringing it in for me. This avoids a lot of travelling across town for me. They also are very community-minded, contributing quietly to events and kids club. I'm glad they are in my community.'

Nicola Read, John Read & Team - Read Bros - Hardware
Thames
'I'd like to nominate Read Bros in Thames. The staff are so knowledgeable and helpful. If it's not in stock they will order it in for you. There you get treated as a person, rather than a number.'

Paul Ayers - Ayers Shoes Repairs
Dunedin
'I'd like to nominate Ayers Shoe Repairs in Hillside Road of Dunedin. They repair many things, not just shoes. Paul does a great job at a very reasonable price. They rang me as soon as my job was ready to collect. They are friendly and helpful.'

Vote for your pick in the poll below...

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Who is the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero?

• Mary & Sam Danielson - The Puketapu Hotel
• Ian Harvey - Flower Bazaar
• Vivienne Shepherd - The Glass Button Tailor
• Aaron Hickmott - Master of Gingerbread
• The Team - Atawhai Industries
• Jitesh Patel - Creswick Foodmarket
• Nicola Read & Team - Read Bros Hardware
• Paul Ayers - Ayers Shoes Repairs

Vote View Results

• 33.8% Mary & Sam Danielson - The Puketapu Hotel
  33.8% Complete
• 9.5% Ian Harvey - Flower Bazaar
  9.5% Complete
• 3.3% Vivienne Shepherd - The Glass Button Tailor
  3.3% Complete
• 15% Aaron Hickmott - Master of Gingerbread
  15% Complete
• 5.2% The Team - Atawhai Industries
  5.2% Complete
• 20.6% Jitesh Patel - Creswick Foodmarket
  20.6% Complete
• 3.9% Nicola Read & Team - Read Bros Hardware
  3.9% Complete
• 8.6% Paul Ayers - Ayers Shoes Repairs
  8.6% Complete

811 votes

Two Bedroom Fully furnised self contained Apartment by the water!

Keith from Avondale

Wanted two professionals or Students or a couple for a two bedroom apartment on the water with own Jetty for kayaking refer Trade Me advt:

www.trademe.co.nz...

Sat 11th May 9am-1pm - PopUp Sale - St John's Church & Community Centre

Colin Marshall from St John's Presbyterian Church

Prior to our demolition and rebuild of the Church and our new Community Centre we have all sorts of things to clear. Come and get some great bargains on a whole host of things! The Op Shop will also be open. Entry - Lounge (422 Mt Albert Rd), Community Hall (off Akarana Ave)

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love … View moreOn this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your … View moreWe definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

Does the building consent process need to change?

• Yes
• No
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 91.4% Yes
  91.4% Complete
• 8% No
  8% Complete
• 0.7% Other - I'll share below!
  0.7% Complete

1816 votes

Best Price Car In NZ?

Keith from Avondale

If you can find a better price I will beat it! got to be the same model with similar speciticatios:

Toyota Prius Hybrid 1800 CC, 2015 Low Kms only 56K! refer trade me advt attached:

www.trademe.co.nz...

Do good in the dark times

Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support

In the darkest of times, no one should have to cope alone. Victim Support seeks volunteers like you to step up and step in, to offer vital assistance when it’s needed most. Whether it's providing crucial information or just being there to listen, your support can change lives.

Share your … View moreIn the darkest of times, no one should have to cope alone. Victim Support seeks volunteers like you to step up and step in, to offer vital assistance when it’s needed most. Whether it's providing crucial information or just being there to listen, your support can change lives.

Share your skills, time and compassion to directly help victims of crime, suicide and traumatic events.

Volunteer with us and do good in the dark times!

With heartfelt thanks,
The Victim Support Team Find out more

Weekly prize draw: $100 Briscoes voucher

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Each week we randomly draw winners from our pool of Neighbourly members.
Congratulations to:

Shinea Banks from Lynfield
Tatiana Alsayyad from Waltham
Jacob Novak from Motueka
Paul Clancy from Lower Hutt

… View moreEach week we randomly draw winners from our pool of Neighbourly members.
Congratulations to:

Shinea Banks from Lynfield
Tatiana Alsayyad from Waltham
Jacob Novak from Motueka
Paul Clancy from Lower Hutt

Not a winner? Good luck next time!

Winners can get in touch here or by emailing helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz before 7th May.

🌟 Thanks for Reviewing us Meg! 🤩

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Revamp an open wardrobe

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Cut visual clutter and give tired shelves new life with doors and colourful Resene paint.

IMPORTANT contacts----Where to get help:

Brian from Mount Roskill

Sexual Violence
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NZ Police
Victim Support 0800 842 846
Rape Crisis 0800 88 33 00
Rape Prevention Education
Empowerment Trust
HELP Call 24/7 (Akld): 09 623 1700, (Wgtn): 04 801 6655 - push 0 at the menu
Safe to talk: a 24/7 confidential helpline for survivors, support people and… View moreSexual Violence
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NZ Police
Victim Support 0800 842 846
Rape Crisis 0800 88 33 00
Rape Prevention Education
Empowerment Trust
HELP Call 24/7 (Akld): 09 623 1700, (Wgtn): 04 801 6655 - push 0 at the menu
Safe to talk: a 24/7 confidential helpline for survivors, support people and those with harmful sexual behaviour: 0800 044 334
Male Survivors Aotearoa
Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP) 022 344 0496
Family Violence
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Women's Refuge: 0800 733 843
It's Not OK 0800 456 450
Shine: 0508 744 633
Victim Support: 0800 842 846
HELP Call 24/7 (Auckland): 09 623 1700, (Wellington): 04 801 6655 - push 0 at the menu
The National Network of Family Violence Services NZ has information on specialist family violence agencies.
Abuse survivors
For male survivors:
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Road Forward Trust, Wellington, contact Richard 021 1181043
Better Blokes Auckland, 09 990 2553
The Canterbury Men's Centre, 03 377 6747
The Male Room, Nelson 03 548 0403
Male Survivors, Waikato 07 858 4112
Male Survivors, Otago 0211064598
For female survivors:
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Help Wellington, 04 801 6655
Help, Auckland 09 623 1296
For urgent help: Safe To Talk 0800 044 334.
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Idiot owner of a black VW Golf

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

To the owner of the child that drives a black VW golf registration plate either LUY601 or IUY601 PLEASE remind the idiot that the road through fowlds Park is NOT a race track. There are dogs,children and people I was crossing over from the park to the other side and my dog and I were nearly bowled.… View moreTo the owner of the child that drives a black VW golf registration plate either LUY601 or IUY601 PLEASE remind the idiot that the road through fowlds Park is NOT a race track. There are dogs,children and people I was crossing over from the park to the other side and my dog and I were nearly bowled. That thing was not stopping. And it had a passenger. Traveling at least 60km.