Oratia, Auckland

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1865 days ago

Freshen your curtains and free them from stains

The Team from

Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window … View more
Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

Our full service includes our team taking down your curtains and blinds, cleaning them and then rehanging your blinds. Alternatively, you can choose to deliver your blinds to our North Shore cleaning facility. Customers that drop off and pick up their blinds receive a discount off the cleaning cost.

We have been cleaning curtains and blinds for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For professional curtains and blind cleaning throughout Auckland, please contact Textile Curtain Cleaning to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
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1865 days ago

What a fantastic 'graveyard'

Fiona from Henderson

I absolutely love this idea.
I really do hope that this is the way of the future, I really do.
With all the amount of space rapidly vanishing for graveyards now, this is such a beautiful way to visit your loved ones.
So simple but so serene.
So minimal but so fulfilling.
So affordable and so … View more
I absolutely love this idea.
I really do hope that this is the way of the future, I really do.
With all the amount of space rapidly vanishing for graveyards now, this is such a beautiful way to visit your loved ones.
So simple but so serene.
So minimal but so fulfilling.
So affordable and so beautiful.
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1865 days ago

10 Must Haves for Every Bedroom

Beds4U Henderson

It is quite normal for you to be taking frequent looks around your bedroom. In the process, have you ever felt that there is something special missing from this divine space at home?

The problem here is that it is so difficult for you to put your finger on exactly what that thing is that could … View more
It is quite normal for you to be taking frequent looks around your bedroom. In the process, have you ever felt that there is something special missing from this divine space at home?

The problem here is that it is so difficult for you to put your finger on exactly what that thing is that could potentially add value to your bedroom. You need not panic though for when it comes to ensuring your bedroom is fitted with everything it should have such that it becomes the ideal place to unwind and relax in, we have all your bases covered.

1865 days ago

Confectionary Day!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Some of the fantastic cakes prepared by our Diploma students during the special two days of learning confectionary including a tribute to our native New Zealand bird, Kiwi!

1865 days ago

What qualities are important in a partner and how did you meet your partner?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, A survey of 2000 Kiwis has shown different generations place value different qualities when looking for love. Young adults, aged 16 to 34, ranked a sense of humour as the most important quality in a partner, where as most 55- to 64-year-olds viewed sharing values as more important … View moreHi neighbours, A survey of 2000 Kiwis has shown different generations place value different qualities when looking for love. Young adults, aged 16 to 34, ranked a sense of humour as the most important quality in a partner, where as most 55- to 64-year-olds viewed sharing values as more important than sharing a laugh together. Younger people were also more likely to judge potential partners on their looks and perhaps unsurprisingly, more likely to meet their significant other online. What do you think is the most important quality in a partner and how did you meet yours? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in stories.

1865 days ago

What do local elections mean to you?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are… View more
Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are available to chat today or tomorrow - you must be willing to be quite open, as you may be asked about budget, household income and if you own your own home etc. To get in touch, email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz (Please note that we will need you to be named and photographed for the story).

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1865 days ago

Do you buy NZ Made?

Debrin from Glen Eden

Do you buy Kiwi-made? How much more are you willing to pay for something that comes from a NZ business? Can you chat to me for a story? Message me on debrin.foxcroft@stuff.co.nz

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1866 days ago

Youth politicians accuse Auckland Council of 'ageism'

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Western Leader

Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.

Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting, but a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 … View more
Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.

Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting, but a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 per meeting, that members of other demographic panels get.

What do you think? Should young people get a pay rise? Read the full story here.

1866 days ago

198 Huia Road, Titirangi | For Sale - The Smiths | Ray White

Ray White Titirangi

🏡 Here Comes The Sun!!! 🏡

198 Huia Road, Titirangi

✔️ This showstopper really has it all. Flat lawns, easy indoor/outdoor flow and all day sun
✔️ Nestled in an enclave of high quality homes this contemporary beauty ticks all the boxes
✔️ Fabulous open plan family/dining room … View more
🏡 Here Comes The Sun!!! 🏡

198 Huia Road, Titirangi

✔️ This showstopper really has it all. Flat lawns, easy indoor/outdoor flow and all day sun
✔️ Nestled in an enclave of high quality homes this contemporary beauty ticks all the boxes
✔️ Fabulous open plan family/dining room hugs the north side of the residence and provides the easiest access onto the sun-filled outdoor deck
✔️ This property offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 living areas, designer kitchen, two car garaging with internal access and plenty of off street parking
✔️ All this set in a relatively flat 1297 sqm of grassed lawn, guarded by well-kept hedges.
✔️ In Zone to two decile 10 schools
✔️ Without doubt, a home for all, from family to executive couples the appeal here is universal. This is not one to miss!!!


Contact THE SMITHS to view this exceptional home or come along to the open home!


View this property online: www.rwtitirangi.co.nz...


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1866 days ago

NYTC "Wizard of Oz" playing at the Aotea Centre

Stephen from Glen Eden

The National Youth Theatre Company (NYTC) production of "The Wizard of Oz" will be playing at the Aotea Centre in Auckland in November - December 2019.

Tickets are now on sale at Ticketmaster:

www.ticketmaster.co.nz...

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1872 days ago

A West Auckland suburb's strict rules that all residents must abide by

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Western Leader

What do you think about Hobsonville Points rules that all residents must follow?

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comments used in stories.

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1867 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 36% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    36% Complete
  • 32.5% No - it's not the parents' choice
    32.5% Complete
  • 31.5% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    31.5% Complete
899 votes
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