Mount Eden, Auckland

Discover Auckland Museum's secrets in January

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Was there really a penthouse built on the top of Auckland Museum?

How did two warplanes end up on the top floor?

Hear the stories and secrets behind the museum revealed during January in the new Double Take Tour.

Guided tours will run daily at 1pm, spanning almost 100 years, from the early … View moreWas there really a penthouse built on the top of Auckland Museum?

How did two warplanes end up on the top floor?

Hear the stories and secrets behind the museum revealed during January in the new Double Take Tour.

Guided tours will run daily at 1pm, spanning almost 100 years, from the early designs to the building you see today.

Hear stories of the architects, discover what is inside the wall cavities, and learn how museum has changed over the years.

Go to www.aucklandmuseum.com... for tickets.

Grow Good Thoughts

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Raise your words
Not your voice
It is rain that grows flowers
Not thunder

Check out the Poetry and Prose group on neighbourly...all welcome.

A Thought For The Day

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Even after all this time
the Sun never says to the Earth
"You Owe Me"
Look what happens with a love like that
It lights up the whole sky.

Have a very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year

How do people who don't celebrate Christmas spend the day?

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

For those that aren't Christians or who don't celebrate Christmas, how will you spend December 25? Or do you know of anyone that absolutely despises the festive season? Let me know in the comments below or give me a bell - I'd love to hear from you! (027 200 5142 / … View moreHi Neighbours,

For those that aren't Christians or who don't celebrate Christmas, how will you spend December 25? Or do you know of anyone that absolutely despises the festive season? Let me know in the comments below or give me a bell - I'd love to hear from you! (027 200 5142 / torika.tokalau@stuff.co.nz) Thanks!

Plenty of school holiday fun at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

This summer, head to the Museum for an exciting line-up of LEGO® activities for the whole family!

Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is on now, featuring 37 incredible LEGO® brick models and five building stations. The Brick Room is also open, where kids can spend an hour building … View moreThis summer, head to the Museum for an exciting line-up of LEGO® activities for the whole family!

Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is on now, featuring 37 incredible LEGO® brick models and five building stations. The Brick Room is also open, where kids can spend an hour building with thousands of LEGO® bricks for just $5 per child.

If you’re in the mood to explore, pick up a free trail map from the South Atrium and hunt for LEGO® models masquerading as Museum objects on our Brickman Awesome Treasure Hunt. Finally, entries for our Museum LEGO® Master Builder Competition are open, so get building at home and submit a photo of your Aotearoa-inspired creation! Learn more

The Incredible Rooftop Tour at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

The Incredible Rooftop Tour is back for a limited season this summer! From next Tuesday enjoy incredible panoramic views of the city while learning about the fascinating history of Auckland Museum.

Find out more and book here: bit.ly...

Auckland Council summer opening hours

The Team from Auckland Council

Dear Aucklanders, we are taking a break until 6 January 2021.

We don’t monitor Neighbourly outside of business hours or on public holidays. On other days and during business hours, we will have limited monitoring and our response time might be longer than usual.

For immediate information on … View moreDear Aucklanders, we are taking a break until 6 January 2021.

We don’t monitor Neighbourly outside of business hours or on public holidays. On other days and during business hours, we will have limited monitoring and our response time might be longer than usual.

For immediate information on all council services and facilities visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or call 09 301 0101 at any time.
For a quick summary of our summer opening hours, click on 'read more'.

Wishing you a wonderful summer break and a safe and happy start to 2021.
Take care ^Melodie & team.

Family pack Biryani @IndieYum

Leena from Royal Oak

Hi Neighbors,
Try Our family pack Biryani - Veg/Chicke/Lamb/Goat. It comes with 1.5lt available cold drink from our fridge 😊 @IndieYum- Indian Kai 501b, Mt Albert Road Three kings

Happy Holidays! 🎅💚

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Our National Office will be closed from today (Tuesday, 22 December) onward into the new year with the first of staff set to return on Monday, 11 January. No emails or calls will be returned during the closure and our social media will not be monitored.

From all of us at Neighbourhood Support New … View moreOur National Office will be closed from today (Tuesday, 22 December) onward into the new year with the first of staff set to return on Monday, 11 January. No emails or calls will be returned during the closure and our social media will not be monitored.

From all of us at Neighbourhood Support New Zealand - thank you for your mahi and support over the past year! Wishing you a safe and joy-filled holiday season ahead.

Free Office Desks, Filing Cabinets

Craig from Eden Terrace

We are moving premises and have a number of older desks and chairs that are surplus to requirements. Free for viewing and pick up during business hours at:
WiPath Communications, 3/2 Haultain St, Eden Terrace
Ph 027 222 6754 for info

Free

Cardboard boxes for moving

Jimmy from Sandringham

Hello Neighbours, Have any of you got cardboard boxes to give away if you have moved recently please. Thank you in advance.

What's the outlook for Christmas Day?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Good news, Auckland neighbours!

The weather is forecast to be a bit gloomy for the next few days but to fine up for most of the country on Christmas Day.

Are you planning to eat Christmas dinner outside?

Read more here:

www.stuff.co.nz...

Please respect our neighbourhood

The Team from Auckland Council

Dumping rubbish on the berm is illegal. You can dispose of items you no longer want or additional rubbish by:
• Taking it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donating items that are in good condition and could enjoy a … View moreDumping rubbish on the berm is illegal. You can dispose of items you no longer want or additional rubbish by:
• Taking it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donating items that are in good condition and could enjoy a ‘second life’ to your local charity store or reuse shop, during opening hours only.

If you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it. Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000.
For more info on how to dispose of unwanted items, visit makethemostofwaste.co.nz. Find out more

Irene’s Joint Health Cream Review

Natural Health Clinic

“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural and fast acting.”

Throughout her career, Irene van Dyk has tried a number of products. It’s only in recent years that she’s come across a natural alternative that she now recommends. If you’re looking for a … View more“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural and fast acting.”

Throughout her career, Irene van Dyk has tried a number of products. It’s only in recent years that she’s come across a natural alternative that she now recommends. If you’re looking for a fast-acting, long-lasting, natural product to support joints and muscles, then Koru FX cream is for you. Find out more

Merry Christmas, neighbours!

The Neighbourly Team

We wish you a relaxing festive season and a happy holiday...