Mount Roskill, Auckland

Travelling band loses $60K worth of belongings after break-in at Wilson car park

Mildred Armah Reporter from Central Leader

A Waikato band has lost $60,000 in belongings after parking in a Wilson Parking building in Auckland.

Members of Melodika​, who sing original Philippines music, were left stunned after returning from an event with the Filipino ambassador to find their car broken into.

The car had contained all … View moreA Waikato band has lost $60,000 in belongings after parking in a Wilson Parking building in Auckland.

Members of Melodika​, who sing original Philippines music, were left stunned after returning from an event with the Filipino ambassador to find their car broken into.

The car had contained all the luggage they had brought to Auckland.

Is your broadband bill about to increase? Don't throw money away.

NZ Compare

Spark have recently announced a price increase of $3 - $5 a month for new and existing broadband customers and other providers seem likely to follow suit.

Information collated by our research team has found that tens of thousands of Kiwis are still missing out on hundreds of dollars of savings … View moreSpark have recently announced a price increase of $3 - $5 a month for new and existing broadband customers and other providers seem likely to follow suit.

Information collated by our research team has found that tens of thousands of Kiwis are still missing out on hundreds of dollars of savings each year on their broadband bill, because they are failing to shop around for cheaper broadband plans.

We estimate that over 500,000 households would be able to pay less for their broadband each month but many consumers are unaware of the fact that they could be making these savings and people often don’t know where to start when looking for a change in broadband plan or provider.

This is where NZ Compare can help. Our websites are simple to use and if you need more help, our friendly, Auckland based, customer support centre can advise on the most suitable broadband plan for your needs and help talk you through the switch. With unlimited fibre broadband plans available for less than $60 a month why would you pay more?

Find out more at NZ Compare or call the team on 0508 226672

CORRECTION: This post has been amended to clarify that the price of fibre and copper broadband internet services will increase, and that the increase is between $3 and $5 a month, not only $5 a month on fibre broadband plans as previously posted. (Amended at 10.31am, June 23, 2022)

Get Upcycling to win in 2022!

Resene

Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View moreUnleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card! Find out more

NZ made knitwear factory sale

McDonald Textiles

Come and pick up warm, snug winter knits designed to last a lifetime at bargain prices.

Beautiful knitwear from leading NZ brands McDonald , Standard Issue and Visage .

A wide range of possum merino, alpaca and 100% merino garments and accessories on sale for 3 DAYS ONLY.

Up to 80% off … View moreCome and pick up warm, snug winter knits designed to last a lifetime at bargain prices.

Beautiful knitwear from leading NZ brands McDonald , Standard Issue and Visage .

A wide range of possum merino, alpaca and 100% merino garments and accessories on sale for 3 DAYS ONLY.

Up to 80% off RRP – includes discontinued lines, samples and seconds.

Friday 1 July to Sunday 3 July. 10am to 4pm daily. 4b Lockhart Place Mount Wellington. Shop Now

New badminton shuttlecocks for quick sale

Michael from New Windsor

New 2 tubes badminton shuttlecocks for quick sale.

Contact Michael on 0220498546. Can deliver in Auckland or self pick up.

Price: $40

NZQA approved Business programmes. No course fees!

Winston from Sandringham

Please check out the flyer below and pass it on. For further information, please contact Celia Toan on mob 027 293 6760 or via email at celia.toan@twoa.ac.nz

Friday July 1st. Auckland Garden Club

Karen from Mount Eden

Calling all plant lovers, young and old.

Bike Trainer

Helen from Mount Roskill

This bike trainer is ideal to exercise on these dark wet nights. Back wheel lifts and sits on the trainer. Easy to use and very sturdy.

Price: $15

KardaEH10A Dehumidifier

Helen from Mount Roskill

Weight 13 kg- Water tank capacity 2.5 L- Moisture 10 L per day. On wheels so easy to move around to different rooms.

Price: $35

Painter

Mark from Mount Eden

A single Painter looking for work ,quality workmanship own gear ,good rates ,also do housewashing ,waterblasting can get references if required phone Mark 0225607279

Got plans for the weekend?

Auckland Unlimted

It’s all happening in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, there’s events all across the region right now!

From family fun to epic live music, and Matariki celebrations to sports Galore it’s all on your doorstep.

Check out what’s happening at What’s on in Auckland on Facebook. Get out there … View moreIt’s all happening in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, there’s events all across the region right now!

From family fun to epic live music, and Matariki celebrations to sports Galore it’s all on your doorstep.

Check out what’s happening at What’s on in Auckland on Facebook. Get out there and enjoy! Know more

What's On: AUCKLAND ROSE SOCIETY - Pruning

Toni-Kim from Henderson

What's On: Iliza, Back In Action Tour

Luke from Auckland Central

New Nordic Cuisine with Diploma, Level 5 chefs

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

The Cookery Diploma Level 5 students prepared a New Nordic Cuisine menu created by our own Chef Finn, originally from Denmark. Finn spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including Noma.

The Level 5 Diploma of Cookery students prepared the menu also served it at … View moreThe Cookery Diploma Level 5 students prepared a New Nordic Cuisine menu created by our own Chef Finn, originally from Denmark. Finn spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including Noma.

The Level 5 Diploma of Cookery students prepared the menu also served it at the table, describing each dish to our guests - the Level 4 NZ Certificate in Cookery.

Here is the menu inspired by Chef Finn’s Nordic heritage.
• Tartare of Trevally - smoked and cured with crisp rye bread, pickled beetroot and siphon of brown butter hollandaise
• Mackerel fried on bread with compote of tomato and fennel & fennel butter sauce
• "Sylte" of pork belly with leek, 3 times onion & apple cider vinaigrette
• Tenderloin of Pigeon Bay lamb with Brussel Sprouts, kale, hazelnut & foaming buttermilk
• Apple with caramelized bread, dried blueberries, Blueberry sherbet & apple sorbet.

Reading Tips

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

Reading helps your child’s wellbeing, develops imagination, and has educational benefits too. Just a few minutes a day can have a big impact on children of all ages ?

Are you a reluctant renter? Get in touch!

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, we're looking for Aucklanders who don't mind being interviewed for a story about Kiwis who don't want to rent but feel as though they have no choice due to the housing market.

If you or anyone you know would be happy to talk, comment below or email: … View moreKia ora neighbours, we're looking for Aucklanders who don't mind being interviewed for a story about Kiwis who don't want to rent but feel as though they have no choice due to the housing market.

If you or anyone you know would be happy to talk, comment below or email: melanie.earley@stuff.co.nz