Narrow Neck, Auckland

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Check out the goodies on offer here. Or...it's not too late to list your own items for sale!

404 days ago

What do all these areas have in common?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Korea
Northern Italy
Mexico
Japan
Southern Italy
Vietnam
Kerela, India
Cajun + Creole

They have outstanding culinary traditions and were the focus of our Level 5 Diploma students. Over one month, the students researched their topic of interest resulting in a written report and powerpoint … View more
Korea
Northern Italy
Mexico
Japan
Southern Italy
Vietnam
Kerela, India
Cajun + Creole

They have outstanding culinary traditions and were the focus of our Level 5 Diploma students. Over one month, the students researched their topic of interest resulting in a written report and powerpoint presentation to their class. Following this, they prepared two dishes to showcase their subject.

Can you tell where the dishes are from???

404 days ago

Devonport Community House Open Day - Saturday 16th September

The Team from Devonport Community House

Come join us for free classes, workshops and activities to raise awareness for Mental Health Awareness Week! Thanks to the support of Devonport Rotary, our fabulous tutors will look forward to seeing you at the Devonport Community House - bring your friends and family! (For class bookings just … View moreCome join us for free classes, workshops and activities to raise awareness for Mental Health Awareness Week! Thanks to the support of Devonport Rotary, our fabulous tutors will look forward to seeing you at the Devonport Community House - bring your friends and family! (For class bookings just email events@devonportcomhouse.conz)

404 days ago

NZ Sommeliers hosted Travel by Glass at NZSFW and Tori’s chose to feature wines from the 1000 kilometers of the Loire River.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire … View more
NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire Caractere 2016
Domaine des Pothiers Gamay St Romain, from Cote Roannaise AOC. This clone of Gamay Noir is found in a remote location of the central Loire Valley in the Auverne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Our students, under the guidance of Chef Finn prepared a selection canapés to accompany the wines:
Potato croquettes with remoulade
Goats cheese goujons
Chicken liver parfait, quince puree on crouton
Compote of mushrooms, pickled onion on toast Melba
Smoked Salmon Vol au Vent
Duck confit rolls with mustard mayonnaise and gherkin
Cucumber cases
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#finewine #cooking #winetasting #somm #sommelier #sommlife

405 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints … View more
Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints available in New Zealand!
Find out more

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405 days ago

LOVE TENNIS OPEN DAY in DEVONPORT

Florence Besson from NGATARINGA TENNIS CLUB

Along with all other tennis clubs around the country, Ngataringa Tennis Club (Stanley Bay Park, 166 Calliope Road, Devonport) will host the LOVE TENNIS Open Day on SUNDAY 10 SEPTEMBER, 10am to 4pm.

Our club will open its doors and courts for members of our community to come along and give tennis… View more
Along with all other tennis clubs around the country, Ngataringa Tennis Club (Stanley Bay Park, 166 Calliope Road, Devonport) will host the LOVE TENNIS Open Day on SUNDAY 10 SEPTEMBER, 10am to 4pm.

Our club will open its doors and courts for members of our community to come along and give tennis a go...for FREE!!

Racquets supplied, activities for all ages including Tennis Plus NZ coaching sessions and mini games for all ages and capabilities as well as giveaways (incl. Rebel Sport NZ vouchers and the chance to win a trip to the Australian Open), BBQs, Paella Pan Truck and The Coffee Guy van.

Keen to get into tennis this summer? This is the perfect opportunity to see what your local club has to offer.

So SAVE THE DATE, SPREAD THE WORD and BRING ALONG FRIENDS and FAMILY for a fun day of tennis!

PS: we'll even still be open for those wanting to pop in after completing the local mud run earlier that day!

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406 days ago

Pāpāmoa Townhouse, beach within reach!

Flowerday Homes

We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are … View more
We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are perfect for families, professionals, retirees, and savvy investors seeking a low maintenance property in the heart of a vibrant community.

With a retail and commercial development plan in motion, Golden Sands delivers relaxed coastal living with everything you need on the doorstep, and this freehold land and townhouse package is your opportunity to be part of it all.
Contact us now

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406 days ago

Is your Mobile Plan adding stress?

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
Is your Mobile plan one of the many Winter bills piling up? It might be time to review it so you can relax..even just a smidge?! Compare all the mobile plans and providers on Mobile Compare and find a plan that lets you stay connected without overpaying.

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411 days ago

Poll: Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The leader of the National Party has announced a plan to ban cellphones from all classrooms to minimize distractions for students. The Labour party has commented that this is commonplace already and is a decision best left for individual schools. Do you think a ban should be enforced?

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Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?
  • 75.2% Yes, there's no need for phones in classrooms
    75.2% Complete
  • 24.1% Nah, let the school decide
    24.1% Complete
  • 0.7% I'm not sure
    0.7% Complete
4158 votes
408 days ago

Presentation: Modern Slavery, what it is and what you can do about it

Joanne from Devonport

Deepen your understanding of the issues and how you can make more informed buying choices.
Heather Roberts of Just Kai will then speak about how Modern Slavery is used in the production of many goods we buy, and how Just Kai can help you buy slave free food.
Joanne Hand of Hagar NZ will help you … View more
Deepen your understanding of the issues and how you can make more informed buying choices.
Heather Roberts of Just Kai will then speak about how Modern Slavery is used in the production of many goods we buy, and how Just Kai can help you buy slave free food.
Joanne Hand of Hagar NZ will help you understand Modern Slavery globally, Hagar's 'whole journey' approach to addressing it, and current efforts to get Modern Slavery legislation enacted in New Zealand.
$10 Tickets on Eventfinda: www.eventfinda.co.nz...

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409 days ago

Do you know a gardener using their greenthumbs to help their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.

Send up to five… View more
Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.

Send up to five high-resolution photos and explain why you wish to nominate a person or group to be the Ryman Healthcare 2023 Gardener of the Year. Email your entry to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Or post your nomination to 2023 Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Victoria St West, Auckland 1142.

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409 days ago

Plastic and glass pickup - Browns Bay

Bryson from Hillcrest

Short emu walkabout along the south end of Browns Bay.

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409 days ago

Browns Bay rubbish

Bryson from Hillcrest

Happened to be in Browns Bay yesterday and thought we'd have a stroll south along the rocks. Noticed broken glass on the rocks and then this . . . rubbish bin about 50m away.

410 days ago

Think pink for compostable bin liners

Auckland Council

Get it in the bag Auckland. These new compostable bin liners are great for your kitchen caddy and your food scraps.

Do your part to keep food scraps out of your rubbish collection and keep your eye out for pink liners at your local supermarket.

Think pink for food scraps bin liners.
Find out more

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