Mount Albert, Auckland

Do you rent in Auckland?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Finding a decent place to live for a reasonable rent is no mean feat, especially in Auckland. So if you've done it, we'd love to know how.

Emily French endured several fruitless viewings before finding a place in Mount Albert and says she's forever grateful to the "random … View moreFinding a decent place to live for a reasonable rent is no mean feat, especially in Auckland. So if you've done it, we'd love to know how.

Emily French endured several fruitless viewings before finding a place in Mount Albert and says she's forever grateful to the "random couple and their cat" who took her in while she was looking. You can find out more, including how much rent Emily pays and what she gets for it, here.

Do you have a story you'd like to share for our Rooms to Rent series? We're looking for individuals, couples or families who are renting in and around Auckland to share their experiences.

Email homed@stuff.co.nz to tell us a bit about your place and we'll be in touch.

Lululemon boycotted over abuse claims: Where you can shop ethically in Auckland

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Shoppers are boycotting athleisure brand lululemon after factory workers in Bangladesh claimed they …

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SingForJoy choir - all welcome

Max from Waterview

SingForJoy is an open to all choir with around 50 members. We are a sociable bunch and learn songs in a variety of styles. Although the emphasis is on having fun, we do put on a good performance. We meet on Wednesday evenings in Point Chevalier. Term 4 starts on Wednesday 16th October and this week… View moreSingForJoy is an open to all choir with around 50 members. We are a sociable bunch and learn songs in a variety of styles. Although the emphasis is on having fun, we do put on a good performance. We meet on Wednesday evenings in Point Chevalier. Term 4 starts on Wednesday 16th October and this week is FREE for newcomers.
Full details are at www.singforjoy.org.nz.... You can come along on any Wednesday – no need to register, just turn up”.

Whether you have sung in the group previously or not, come along and experience the joy of singing in a group.

What's your message to the newly elected Auckland councillors?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, As Phil Goff is elected as Auckland mayor for a second three year term, a North Shore couple have a message for the incoming councillors and local board: invest in infrastructure over cutting rates. What issues would you like to see the council take action on this term in your … View moreHi neighbours, As Phil Goff is elected as Auckland mayor for a second three year term, a North Shore couple have a message for the incoming councillors and local board: invest in infrastructure over cutting rates. What issues would you like to see the council take action on this term in your community? Please write NFP if you don't want your comment used in stories.

Sushi restaurant owner furious as paver from Albert St works used to smash windows

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, a business owner says having his shop broken into just makes dealing with the construction of City Rail Link harder.

In the early hours on Sunday morning, Sumo Sushi was broken into using a paver from a nearby construction site.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used … View moreHi neighbours, a business owner says having his shop broken into just makes dealing with the construction of City Rail Link harder.

In the early hours on Sunday morning, Sumo Sushi was broken into using a paver from a nearby construction site.
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VIVID Photo exhibition by Mike Williams

Mike from Kingsland

Vivid Photo exhibit 453 K'RD Lifewise Merge cafe Ponsonby celebrates colour and pastterns natural and man-made.
They are all high quality canvas prints ranging in size from 59 x 40 cm to 70 x 50 cm and costs range from $170 to $250.
10% of any sales go to Lifewise to help the homeless.
To view… View moreVivid Photo exhibit 453 K'RD Lifewise Merge cafe Ponsonby celebrates colour and pastterns natural and man-made.
They are all high quality canvas prints ranging in size from 59 x 40 cm to 70 x 50 cm and costs range from $170 to $250.
10% of any sales go to Lifewise to help the homeless.
To view take a walk to K'RD to Merge grab a coffee (all sales at Merge go to Lifewise) and put some colour in your life !

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Bed guard for sale

Susan from Mount Roskill

Smart Guard bed barrier in travel bag. Suit a child from 2 to 5 years. Great help to convert from cot to full size bed.
Compact folding for storage and travel.
Complete with storage bag and original box.
Folds down for easier bed making.
Prevents bed falls.
Soft mesh to reduce injury.
Dimension: … View moreSmart Guard bed barrier in travel bag. Suit a child from 2 to 5 years. Great help to convert from cot to full size bed.
Compact folding for storage and travel.
Complete with storage bag and original box.
Folds down for easier bed making.
Prevents bed falls.
Soft mesh to reduce injury.
Dimension: 102cm X 41cm.
Safety feature will ‘lock’ onto the mattress to prevent barrier movement.
Colour white in good condition.
Collection allowed from Lynfield or New Lynn

Price: $25

Man who was clinically dead for 19 minutes 'wouldn't be here' without bystanders' CPR

Hannah Martin Reporter from Central Leader

Every minute that passes in a cardiac arrest reduces a person's chance of survival by 10 per cent. J…

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Who will Goff pick as his "cabinet" ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Phil Goff arrived back to work to an emptied office on Monday, to start work on his second term as mayor. He has to choose who will be his key lieutenants - the chairs of the main committees. Do you think he should also put councillors back on the board of Auckland Transport? See the… View moreHi Neighbours, Phil Goff arrived back to work to an emptied office on Monday, to start work on his second term as mayor. He has to choose who will be his key lieutenants - the chairs of the main committees. Do you think he should also put councillors back on the board of Auckland Transport? See the story below:

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Labour Weekend event at Silo Park

The Team from Auckland Museum

Over Labour weekend join Auckland Museum at Silo Park and immerse yourself in more than a dozen new and original art experiences, performances and interactive activities.

Te Whāinga: A Culture Lab on Civility, co-presented with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, is a free unique … View moreOver Labour weekend join Auckland Museum at Silo Park and immerse yourself in more than a dozen new and original art experiences, performances and interactive activities.

Te Whāinga: A Culture Lab on Civility, co-presented with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, is a free unique opportunity to engage and collaborate with some of today’s most creative talents to examine the term “civility” and what it truly means to coexist within our communities, societies, and humanity.

Artists and collaborators involved in this immersive four-day festival include Ahsin Ahsin, Rodney Bell, Marc Conaco, Elliott Collins, Maria Dumlao, Dr. Léuli Eshraghi, Erin Fae, Tanu Gago, Jack Gray, Rebecca Hobbs, Hina Kneubuhl, In*ter*is*land Collective, Kerry Ann Lee, Qiane Matata-Sipu, Carl F.K. Pao, Rosanna Raymond, Reina Sutton, Miranda Smitheram, Kereama Taepa, Rosabel Tan and Pati Solomona Tyrell. Find out more

4 boxes fresh cut frozen lemons

Win from Mount Roskill

Free to a good home. Was saving them to make preserves but have too many now. Cut with gloves and clean knife. Must take all. Come and get them!

Free

Book Fair 19-20 Oct

Catherine from Westmere

Ponsonby Cruising Club Book Fair
19-20 October
10am-4pm each day.
141-151 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven Marina.

Queen size bed

Amarjot from Mount Albert

Selling my queen size bed base, because I recently moved my house and this bed doesnt come in. I bought it in April and is in good condition. I am upgrading to another one. Pick up from st lukes. Price can be negotiable.

Negotiable

India 15 Days - North Grandeur

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Beaurepaires Kingsland

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