Essential guide to new life in Tāmaki Makaurau

New to Auckland or know someone that is?
We've launched a new 'Welcome to Auckland' web portal— a helpful and essential guide for anyone making Tāmaki Makaurau their new home.

The portal aims to ease the transition for new residents by acting as a central hub for information, community services, and civic participation, ensuring newcomers feel a sense of belonging from day one.

Explore it by clicking on 'Read More'.

More messages from your neighbours

Premium Business

27 minutes ago

Cooler days can leave skin feeling dry and sensitive ❄️

Sheepskin Factory Shop from The Sheepskin Factory

Keep your face, body, hands, and lips soft and hydrated with natural skincare — with gentle options for baby and mum too.

✨ Take 10% off with code: GLOW10

With Mother’s Day coming up, it’s the perfect time to choose a thoughtful, practical gift 💛

Local Highlight

5 days ago

💡 A Little Brain Buzz for You⚡

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I have two faces, but show you only one.
I once had guests, but now have none.
I’m rarely bloody and seldom blue.
I’m often promised and sometimes new

(Trev from Tamatea kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

Want to stop seeing these in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.