Onehunga, Auckland

Australian bushfires: High levels of fine particles detected in Auckland's air

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Christmas

Nat from Onehunga

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Hi all, Christmas is a time of giving and I would love to help out a beautiful selfless lady that is always helping and giving to everyone else,she recently lost her grandmother and has fallen very sick herself,I would love to surprise her and her 2 … View moreADMIN please delete if not allowed thank you...
Hi all, Christmas is a time of giving and I would love to help out a beautiful selfless lady that is always helping and giving to everyone else,she recently lost her grandmother and has fallen very sick herself,I would love to surprise her and her 2 girls aged 11 and 8 with some presents and food to get them through the Christmas period as they are finding it hard with funeral/health costs at this time,PLEASE if you are able to find it in your heart to help in anyway would be truly appreciated,thank you and Merry Christmas to you all
Please message me if you are able to help many blessings

Cigarette smuggling operation brought 28 million smokes into NZ

Edward Gay Reporter from Central Leader

A businessman has admitted smuggling an estimated 28 million cigarettes into Auckland and avoiding e…

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Chinese men working illegally in New Zealand construction industry deported

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Mt Roskill rental ad asking tenants not to cook stir fries "discrimination"

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, An online ad for a Mt Roskill rental property requesting tenants avoid stir fry cooking has been changed after it was found to be discriminatory.
TradeMe says the line stating the landlords would "prefer non-stir fry cooking method tenants" is illegal and a breach of the … View moreHi neighbours, An online ad for a Mt Roskill rental property requesting tenants avoid stir fry cooking has been changed after it was found to be discriminatory.
TradeMe says the line stating the landlords would "prefer non-stir fry cooking method tenants" is illegal and a breach of the Human Rights Act. However, the landlord says he thought it was OK because it was just a preference. Have you experienced discrimination while looking for a home?

Holiday Reading.

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

Will you be taking plenty of good books with you these school holidays?

Geese give captors the run around at Auckland's Western Springs Park round up

Stephen Forbes Reporter from Central Leader

Thank you New Zealand

Countdown New Zealand

Thank you New Zealand. Your nominations helped us find a local hero for every Countdown store in the country.

Every store’s winner receives a $500 Countdown Gift voucher in recognition of helping make our community a better place. Xmas Hub

New Year's inspiration

Sachie's Kitchen

Looking for a fun team activity to bring in the new year? Or just want to impress your dinner guests? The Neighbourly team got creative at Sachie's Kitchen and learned the art of dumpling-making!

Sachie made the afternoon full of fun and giggles as we learnt a new skill and found out the … View moreLooking for a fun team activity to bring in the new year? Or just want to impress your dinner guests? The Neighbourly team got creative at Sachie's Kitchen and learned the art of dumpling-making!

Sachie made the afternoon full of fun and giggles as we learnt a new skill and found out the Master Chef contestants among us (and those who need to be supervised in the kitchen!).

Sachie's kitchen classes cover cuisines from India, Thailand, China, Japan and more, you can even gift a voucher to a friend. Learn more

Hillsborough Christmas Festival... this weekend!

Hills Church

A free Christmas event - for everyone, young and old, in the community! Come along for free food stalls, bouncy castle, sausage sizzle, Christmas carols, entertainment, candy floss, carnival games, great coffee and more. Did we mention this is all free?

COME AND CELEBRATE HILLSBOROUGH!

Sunday… View moreA free Christmas event - for everyone, young and old, in the community! Come along for free food stalls, bouncy castle, sausage sizzle, Christmas carols, entertainment, candy floss, carnival games, great coffee and more. Did we mention this is all free?

COME AND CELEBRATE HILLSBOROUGH!

Sunday 22nd December
10.30pm-1.30pm
179 Hillsborough Road - front carpark

Have you seen the documentary on leopard seal Owha?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours. DOC's investigation into the suspected shooting of Auckland's resident seal Owha has closed, with the person responsible not identified. DOC's decision comes just a week after a documentary about Owha was released. Have you seen it?

Auckland e-scooters: Shortage continues into new year as new Jump e-bike service is announced

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

E-scooters will remain a scarce commodity in Auckland over the holiday period as Beam and Jump confi…

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Auckland apartment owners ban renters from accessing 'exclusive' rooftop lounge

Torika Tokalau Reporter from Central Leader

Residents of a posh new apartment block are at war after renters were denied access to a rooftop lou…

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Two days left to be in to WIN with Readers Tours & TV Guide!

Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North … View moreFor over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19th December 2019.

Crime Prevention Tips

Denise Lee MP

Top takeaways from our final 'Coffee with a Cop' for the year:

- Women, make sure your name and phone number is written inside your handbag. If it's ever stolen this will help with retrieving it.

- Insert a spy hole and chain on your front door.

- Build lower fences on your … View moreTop takeaways from our final 'Coffee with a Cop' for the year:

- Women, make sure your name and phone number is written inside your handbag. If it's ever stolen this will help with retrieving it.

- Insert a spy hole and chain on your front door.

- Build lower fences on your property, not higher ones. This helps your neighbour keep an eye on your property.

For a more detailed sheet on crime prevention and holiday security tips, please email deniseleemp@parliament.govt.nz.

Thank you Constable Don Allan and everyone who came to our sessions over the past few months. Keep an eye out in the New Year for our future dates!