Mount Roskill, Auckland

Kids Only Xmas Market DEC 2023

Programme Co-ordinator from Sandringham Community Centre

Our final Kids Only Christmas Market will be on Saturday 2nd December 2023 at our centre. Come along everyone, bring your children and support their budding little entrepreneurial ventures. You can help them by assisting them to set up their own stalls to sell their goodies, toys, books and baking.… View moreOur final Kids Only Christmas Market will be on Saturday 2nd December 2023 at our centre. Come along everyone, bring your children and support their budding little entrepreneurial ventures. You can help them by assisting them to set up their own stalls to sell their goodies, toys, books and baking. With Christmas on our doorsteps, this is a great way to support buying pre-loved goodies and buying local. It’s so cool . Come along - you are all very welcome !! 🤶🏽🎅🧑🏾‍🎄🤩💛👑🧢🎩🐚🌼🌲🎄🍿🍭🍩🎾🏀🛼🤿🏏🪁🥊🎄🎄🎄

Garden need a tidy?

Mike Power from Growth Maintenance

Let us take care of the hard work and get your garden in shape for SUMMER!
Weed removal and garden tidy completed to get this garden all prepped for the holiday season.
Get in touch today for expert advice and a free quote. Send an enquiry email to service@growthmaintenance.nz or give us a call … View moreLet us take care of the hard work and get your garden in shape for SUMMER!
Weed removal and garden tidy completed to get this garden all prepped for the holiday season.
Get in touch today for expert advice and a free quote. Send an enquiry email to service@growthmaintenance.nz or give us a call on 09 281 0120.

Or visit us at growthmaintenance.nz... to see examples of our work and try our seamless job engagement model.

Poll: Are you confident in the new government coalition?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've finally got news of the government for the next three years. Are you feeling confident that this coalition can improve Aotearoa?

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

Are you confident in the new government coalition?

• Yes, give them time
• No, I'm worried
• I'm not sure

Vote View Results

• 40.6% Yes, give them time
  40.6% Complete
• 49.9% No, I'm worried
  49.9% Complete
• 9.5% I'm not sure
  9.5% Complete

4102 votes

Santa Paws is back for 2023!

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Hundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!

Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.

All pets are welcome … View moreHundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!

Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see festive snaps from around your neighbourhood too.

This is one of Neighbourly member's favourite campaigns so get involved and show your neighbours how adorable your Christmas pet is! Enter now.

Competition closes 21 December 2023 - winners announced early 2024! Enter your pet now

Applications open for latest round of Ngā Hapori Momoho / Thriving Communities Grants

The Team from Auckland Council

Our Ngā Hapori Momoho / Thriving Communities Grants is now open with a pool of $295,000 available to support community-led projects that help build inclusive and vibrant communities.
📅 Applications close on 26 January 2024.
ℹ️ Find out more by clicking on 'Read More'.

Harbour bridge maintenance

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From Monday 27 to Thursday 30 November, State Highway 1 (SH1) / Auckland Harbour Bridge will be receiving maintenance.

Here's what you need to know:
- The work will take place from Monday 27 November to Thursday 30 November between 9pm and 5am.
- Traffic will still be able to travel in … View moreFrom Monday 27 to Thursday 30 November, State Highway 1 (SH1) / Auckland Harbour Bridge will be receiving maintenance.

Here's what you need to know:
- The work will take place from Monday 27 November to Thursday 30 November between 9pm and 5am.
- Traffic will still be able to travel in both directions across the bridge.
- On Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 November, Curran Street northbound on-ramp and Stafford Road northbound off-ramp will be closed as part of the closure.
- SH16/SH18 Western Ring Route has been shared as being the best alternative route at this time.

Please check www.nzta.govt.nz... for further updates.

Respite care when you need it

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.

Ryman’s respite care is offered at resthome-level and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia … View moreFrom rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.

Ryman’s respite care is offered at resthome-level and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care. We also offer respite care in the comfort of an assisted-living apartment.

We’ve been providing industry-leading care for over 35 years, it's what we do best.

FOOT STOOL/Ottoman/blanket box

Tina from Mount Roskill

Water Hyacinth sides, lined with linen, off white top. In good condition 44 x 44 x40

Price: $30

Waterco stoneware water filter

Tina from Mount Roskill

Stoneware Gravity Purifier
Stoneware Filter 8 Litre
Weight: 5 kg
Constructed from porcelain and attractively glazed, its classic features are designed to suit any decor. Simply fill the upper reservoir with water and let gravity do the rest.
Features:

• Requiring no plumbing or electrical … View moreStoneware Gravity Purifier
Stoneware Filter 8 Litre
Weight: 5 kg
Constructed from porcelain and attractively glazed, its classic features are designed to suit any decor. Simply fill the upper reservoir with water and let gravity do the rest.
Features:

• Requiring no plumbing or electrical connections

• Located either in the home, office or outdoors.

Waterco Gravity Purifiers are able to signicantly remove:

• Bacteria and Cysts (E.Coli, Giardia, Cryptosporidium)

• Suspended Solids (Dirt, Rust and Algae)

• Chlorine (Taste Problems)

• Hydrogen Sulphide (Odour Problems)

• Organic Pesticides (Lindane)

• Dissolved Metals (Lead, Iron)

In good condition

Price: $50

Samsung washing machine 13kgs top load

Santhi from Mount Albert

Samsung washing machine 13 kgs capacity activ dualwash digital inverter technology.
4.5 years old in good condition
Pick up from Mt Albert

Price: $750

Ashton SPCG12 PK 1/2 Size Beginner Classical Guitar with Bag - Pink

Santhi from Mount Albert

Bought this for my daughter few years back she used probably 3 or 4 times it was in the storeroom
Guitar is in a good condition there is no issues
Pick up from Mt Albert

Price: $100

Philips air fryer 1.2kgs capacity

Santhi from Mount Albert

Working in good condition
Pick up from Mt Albert

Price: $50

Happy Black Friday!

The Team from NZ Compare

Black Friday Special: Uncover great deals & a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!

Here's the #1 must-buy recommended by YOU: Home & Garden. Uncover the top 10 anticipated must-have products for Black Friday 2023 HERE: www.priceme.co.nz...

And don't forget to enter our … View moreBlack Friday Special: Uncover great deals & a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!

Here's the #1 must-buy recommended by YOU: Home & Garden. Uncover the top 10 anticipated must-have products for Black Friday 2023 HERE: www.priceme.co.nz...

And don't forget to enter our giveaway for a shot at a $200 Prezzy Card: www.nzcompare.com...
Act fast, it all wraps up on 29/11/2023!

Lofty thoughts

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Transform a bland attic or rumpty garage space into a rustic studio or spare room with Resene paints. Find out how to make the more of your spaces with these easy instructions.

Help grant Phoebe’s wish this Christmas

Make a Wish NZ

Today a Kiwi child will be diagnosed with a life-changing illness – we can’t change that, but with support from generous people like you, we can grant them a wish to bring respite from relentless illness.

Children like Phoebe (15) who was forced to quit her passion of dancing due to … View moreToday a Kiwi child will be diagnosed with a life-changing illness – we can’t change that, but with support from generous people like you, we can grant them a wish to bring respite from relentless illness.

Children like Phoebe (15) who was forced to quit her passion of dancing due to exhausting Wilm’s tumour treatments. Phoebe’s wish is to feel like a millionaire for a day. This wish will give her the stardom she’s only ever felt on stage before that Wilm’s tumour took from her.

Click here to read Phoebe’s story and help grant her wish this Christmas. Find out more