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1264 days ago

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1265 days ago

Thinking of selling? Boulgaris is best!

Kev from

Hi Neighbours

Kevin and the team here from BIA Kitchens and Bathrooms.

Having seen the team in action recently at Boulgaris Realty, we were so impressed we thought we would we would give them a mention as we love to share a good thing.

With the crazy world of real estate right now, our kitchen… View more
Hi Neighbours

Kevin and the team here from BIA Kitchens and Bathrooms.

Having seen the team in action recently at Boulgaris Realty, we were so impressed we thought we would we would give them a mention as we love to share a good thing.

With the crazy world of real estate right now, our kitchen and bathroom renovations have meant that we are fully booked on all work for at least 3 months, which in our business is never a bad thing.

When designing a new kitchen we always ask "is this your forever home or an asset that you may want to sell in a few years?"

More recently it seems to be the latter and if this is you, then you will definitely want to talk to the team at Boulgaris Realty. Michael Boulgaris (Principle Officer and Sales Broker) is famous nationally for his many years of success with managing listings of New Zealand's top homes and now his team through his guidance are following in his footsteps. In particular, the rising star in the team, Kristos Tsitsiridakis.

Kristos's background in both the trades & interior enhancements industry and also extensive history in sales & marketing has given him the edge when it comes to maximising on the engagement and trust of his opulent prospective buyers and clients in the Auckland market. His portfolio of enthused clients in both the suburban and rural sectors makes him a pinnacle in performance, when it comes to getting you the very best for your future and your family.

So, if you have even though about your options around buying, selling or both, then you will want to reach out to Kristos for a consultation over a coffee and get the experts in your corner today!

Kristos Mobile: 021 179 7495
Kristos Email: kristos@boulgaris.com

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1270 days ago

accommodation needed

Fenella from Mount Eden

Hi Everyone. Making enquiries on behalf of a colleague who needs to find alternative accommodation. Does anyone have or know of a small unit or granny flat or anything of that ilk for rent. She can pay up to $375 per week and needs to be able to have a cat. She is on her own, highly … View moreHi Everyone. Making enquiries on behalf of a colleague who needs to find alternative accommodation. Does anyone have or know of a small unit or granny flat or anything of that ilk for rent. She can pay up to $375 per week and needs to be able to have a cat. She is on her own, highly responsible and trustworthy. Please feel free to email me at fenella@cordys.co.nz. Thanks in anticipation.

1269 days ago

Makeover planned for Queen St in Auckland's CBD

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A facelift is set to roll out on Queen St, in Auckland's CBD.

Wide boardwalks, seating and native plants in planter boxes will soon replace the plastic sticks and temporary footpaths on Queen St between Customs St and Shortland St.

Auckland Council has unveiled plans to remove emergency … View more
A facelift is set to roll out on Queen St, in Auckland's CBD.

Wide boardwalks, seating and native plants in planter boxes will soon replace the plastic sticks and temporary footpaths on Queen St between Customs St and Shortland St.

Auckland Council has unveiled plans to remove emergency Covid-19 works in the area and create a pocket park on the corner of Queen St and Fort St.

Auckland mayor Phil Goff said Queen St was due for an upgrade.

“We want the street to be more people-friendly and attractive, and to become a place to visit, rather than just pass through,” he said.

“Last year, temporary measures were put in place by Auckland Transport to allow physical distancing during the pandemic. It’s now time for the yellow markers, stone blocks and painted asphalt to be replaced. "

Extended decking pavements, shrubs in proper planter boxes and street furniture will help change the look and feel of the area, Goff said.

These measures would be trialed before permanent changes were made following feedback from businesses, shoppers, visitors and residents, he said.

“Queen Street has taken a hit from COVID-19, with the loss of tourists, cruise ships and international students."

Goff said the council, businesses and residents needed to work together to help the area recover from Covid-19 and become a vibrant place to shop.

The upgrade will enhance other transformations including the refurbishment of the Chief Post Office, the creation of Te Komititanga, the new public space outside Commercial Bay, and Te Wananga, the new space being built over the water by the ferry building, he said.

Meanwhile, Aucklanders are being invited to give their feedback on a proposal to create bus lanes on sections of Queen St.

The changes are touted to improve reliability as more buses use the street during the next phase of the City Rail Link construction.

What do you think of the improvements to Queen St?

Which changes would you like to see there?

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

People have until May 7 to have their say on the changes at:
at.govt.nz...

1265 days ago

Auckland's red buses are going electric.

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Auckland Transport and NZ Bus on Friday unveiled the new electric fleet for the CityLINK bus service.

Mayor Phill Goff said the 12 new buses would reduce carbon emissions and help Auckland work towards meeting its climate change goals.

The electric fleet would be quieter than the former diesel … View more
Auckland Transport and NZ Bus on Friday unveiled the new electric fleet for the CityLINK bus service.

Mayor Phill Goff said the 12 new buses would reduce carbon emissions and help Auckland work towards meeting its climate change goals.

The electric fleet would be quieter than the former diesel models.

“Electrifying Auckland’s CityLINK buses helps improve air quality by reducing pollution from black carbon and nitrogen oxide emitted by diesel vehicles,” he said.

“Black carbon damages health and is at higher levels in Queen St than in any other New Zealand city and many other cities in Europe and North America."

Goff said the launch was another step towards electrifying the rest of Auckland's bus fleet.

When completed, this would stop about 93,000 tonnes of CO2 entering the atmosphere each year compared to 2019 emissions levels.

“We are working with central government towards bringing forward the transition to a fully electric bus fleet, and we’re looking to halt the purchase of new diesel buses from July this year as part of our commitment to a carbon-free city.”

1266 days ago

Every Signature Counts

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Reducing the number of shops able to sell tobacco is part of the Government’s world-leading draft Smokefree plan.

Show your support by signing our petition here.
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1267 days ago

Celebrate Mum this Mothers Day with a gift from Celebration Box

Sophie from Celebration Box

9th May is fast approaching! Treat Mum like the Queen she is this Mother's Day - we've sorted the gifts for you. Check out our Mother's Day Collection now.

1267 days ago

TERM 2 COMMUNITY CLASSES & ACTIVITIES: 3rd May to July, 2021

Danielle Muller from

It’s time to book in for your Term 2 classes!

Continue to enrich your life with classes and social activities at Parnell Community Centre. We have minimum enrolments we need to meet in order to run our classes so we really appreciate your early enrolment 😊

Enroling is super easy! You can … View more
It’s time to book in for your Term 2 classes!

Continue to enrich your life with classes and social activities at Parnell Community Centre. We have minimum enrolments we need to meet in order to run our classes so we really appreciate your early enrolment 😊

Enroling is super easy! You can enrol via our website at parnell.org.nz/enrol, contact Olivia on 09 555 5164 or community@parnell.org.nz, or visit us in the Jubilee Building at 545 Parnell Road, Parnell and enrol in person.

Check out our programme of more than 40 classes and activites and enrol online at www.parnell.org.nz.... Parnell Community Centre is located just minutes from Auckland CBD, in the iconic Jubilee Building, 545 Parnell Road, Parnell.

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1268 days ago

We Say/You Say: Anzac Day

The Team from Community News

Hi Auckland,

How are you commemorating Anzac Day? What stories have been passed down through your whānau?

April 25 marks the 106-year anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, one of the most costly campaigns for the Allied Forces during World War I.

Anzac dawn and commemorative services up … View more
Hi Auckland,

How are you commemorating Anzac Day? What stories have been passed down through your whānau?

April 25 marks the 106-year anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, one of the most costly campaigns for the Allied Forces during World War I.

Anzac dawn and commemorative services up and down the country are scheduled to get underway after widespread cancellations last year, due to the nation being under Alert Level 4 restrictions.

The NZDF have advised of a reduced presence of military personnel at Anzac services due to deployment at MIQ facilities.

You can check out where the Anzac day services are on this interactive map on the RSA website.

Feel free and share your stories below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments used your local community paper.

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1267 days ago

It’s time to book in for your Term 2 classes!

Danielle Muller from Epsom Community Centre

Enrich your life with classes and social activities at Epsom Community Centre. We have minimum enrolments we need to meet in order to run our classes so we really appreciate your early enrolment 😊

Enroling is super easy! You can check out our full programme of classes and enrol via our website … View more
Enrich your life with classes and social activities at Epsom Community Centre. We have minimum enrolments we need to meet in order to run our classes so we really appreciate your early enrolment 😊

Enroling is super easy! You can check out our full programme of classes and enrol via our website at epsom-community-centre.org.nz/enrol, or contact Lucy on 09 638 7444 and enrol over the phone.

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1269 days ago

Ever noticed the empty buses ? What's the answer ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, If buses are running near empty, maybe the traditional way of providing public transport needs a rethink. Read the story below on the empty buses of Hobsonville Point. What's the answer ?

1267 days ago

Historic Pohutukawa Restored to Quay St

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

While the city sleeps, Auckland's urban forest will welcome home the first of seven mature pohutukawa in Quay St.

The dual-crane operation will take a painstaking nine hours from 7.30 pm Wednesday night to return the majestic tree from Teal Park to its original home.

The 40-year-old … View more
While the city sleeps, Auckland's urban forest will welcome home the first of seven mature pohutukawa in Quay St.

The dual-crane operation will take a painstaking nine hours from 7.30 pm Wednesday night to return the majestic tree from Teal Park to its original home.

The 40-year-old pohutukawa will take pride of place in the city's new Te Wananga waterfront space about midnight, weather permitting.

Reuniting the city centre with the sea, Te Wānanga will open for Aucklanders in June.

Mayor Phil Goff said he was pleased to see the first tree returning to bring shade and much-needed greenery to Auckland's CBD.

Studies showed trees had a positive effect on the community's health and well-being, he said.

The pohutukawa were moved to Teal Park a year ago and tended by Auckland Council arborists.

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1267 days ago

Window & door security - Exceed we fix windows & doors

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More & more customers taking their home security to the next level with the superior strength, versatility and architectural styling of Crimsafe security doors

Looking to secure your home?

Exceed's experts can assist you in determining the level of security your windows & doors may … View more
More & more customers taking their home security to the next level with the superior strength, versatility and architectural styling of Crimsafe security doors

Looking to secure your home?

Exceed's experts can assist you in determining the level of security your windows & doors may require and advise on what products will best suit your needs.

Call us on 0800 25 25 00 or visit: www.exceed.co.nz...

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1270 days ago

Trans-Tasman bubble: Mysterious first flight from Australia arrives 41 minutes after bubble opens

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The first quarantine-free flight from Australia has landed in New Zealand, less than an hour after the trans-Tasman bubble officially opened.

The Qantas flight took off from Sydney late Sunday night, and was initially due to land early Monday morning – six minutes after the bubble opened. It … View more
The first quarantine-free flight from Australia has landed in New Zealand, less than an hour after the trans-Tasman bubble officially opened.

The Qantas flight took off from Sydney late Sunday night, and was initially due to land early Monday morning – six minutes after the bubble opened. It touched down in Auckland 41 minutes after the new rules kicked in.

From April 19, Kiwis and Australians are able to travel between the two countries without having to quarantine.

Stuff understands the Qantas flight was repositioning to Auckland and the only passengers on board were crew.

The flight was not listed on Auckland Airport’s arrivals board, but a Qantas A330 was initially listed on Flight Radar 24 as arriving at 12.05am. The border opened six minutes earlier.

Qantas refused to answer any questions about the flight, including who was onboard.

A Qantas 737 (different from the expected A330) was seen leaving Sydney Airport for New Zealand late on Sunday evening. Flight Radar 24, which plotted the flight heading towards the North Island, had no destination listed.

Aircraft can potentially arrive more than 30 minutes early if they have a strong tailwind across the Tasman, but if that happened, the pilots could intentionally slow the plane to ensure they arrive after the border opening. However, if they had a medical emergency on the plane or a mechanical issue, it would need to land as soon as possible.

That could be one of the reasons no passenger flights are scheduled to land overnight, just after the border opens.

Instead, the first quarantine-free passenger flight arriving from Australia is a Jetstar service from Sydney. JQ201 is due to land at 11.20am, where an official welcome is planned at Auckland Airport.

1267 days ago

Local Anzac Day Parades and Services

The Team from Auckland Council

Remember our servicemen and servicewomen past and present this Anzac Day, Sunday 25 April.

Auckland Council, in partnership with the Auckland RSA and local communities, offers more than 80 parades and services across Tāmaki Makaurau. Attend one near you with friends and family.

Go to … View more
Remember our servicemen and servicewomen past and present this Anzac Day, Sunday 25 April.

Auckland Council, in partnership with the Auckland RSA and local communities, offers more than 80 parades and services across Tāmaki Makaurau. Attend one near you with friends and family.

Go to ourauckland.nz/anzacday for a full list of services, parking, road closures and ways to commemorate at home.

COVID-19 precautions: please remember to use the NZ COVID Tracer app, stay at home if you are unwell and wear a mask on public transport. Anzac Day services will only proceed at Alert Level 1.
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