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.

1874 days ago

Illegal dumping reporting on the rise as Aucklanders grow 'sick and tired' of it

Danielle Clent Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, the number of people reporting illegal dumping is on the rise and Auckland Council continues to prosecute offenders.
Just last week, two people were in court on charges relating to illegal dumping.
What do you do when you see illegal dumping?
Please put NFP if you do not want your … View more
Hi neighbours, the number of people reporting illegal dumping is on the rise and Auckland Council continues to prosecute offenders.
Just last week, two people were in court on charges relating to illegal dumping.
What do you do when you see illegal dumping?
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.

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1873 days ago

Recipe: Asparagus with parmigiano and mayonnaise

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Here's a great dish to make the most of asparagus when they're at their best.

Serves 4
Ingredients
20 Asparagus, spears (5-6 asparagus spears per person)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Mayonnaise
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Here's a great dish to make the most of asparagus when they're at their best.

Serves 4
Ingredients
20 Asparagus, spears (5-6 asparagus spears per person)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Mayonnaise
50 g Parmigiano cheese, grated

Directions

1. Snap off the asparagus ends or peel the last 2-3 centimetres.
2. Heat a pot of water to blanch the asparagus.
3. Add salt and sugar to the water — this helps heighten the green colour of the asparagus.
4. When water reaches a rolling boil, add the asparagus. Cover with a lid and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Drain in a sink with cold running water and ice if you have it.
6. Remove from the water when cool and drain and place on a serving plate.
7. Combine the parmigiano and mayonnaise and pour over the asparagus.
8. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve.

For the Mayonnaise recipe follow the link below!

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1873 days ago

Have you passed "inheritance" on to your kids?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

1873 days ago

School Holiday Specials!!

ORO

Hi All,

Great to be connected! We are a local cafe-"ORO Cafe" in Glen Eden. At ORO we pride ourselves in offering unpretentious food and great service.

Feel free to pop in tomorrow to say hi, grab a cup of coffee and face paining for kids between 10 am and 12 pm.

1873 days ago

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st ⚠️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View more
Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.

This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.

Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZprepared

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1873 days ago

KEA Kids News: New jet board for surfing

Reporter Stuff

In today's news, Zeke Pregert, 9, checks out a new jet board that means you can still surf even when there are no waves.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways you can share … View more
In today's news, Zeke Pregert, 9, checks out a new jet board that means you can still surf even when there are no waves.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways you can share with your whole family. Find out more here.

1874 days ago

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you … View more
The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you think?

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Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?
  • 20.7% Absolutely - young people are our future!
    20.7% Complete
  • 68.2% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
    68.2% Complete
  • 11% It depends on the 16-year-old
    11% Complete
1259 votes
1874 days ago

Play mini golf at WestCity!

WestCity Waitakere

Come on down to WestCity these school holidays and create your own mini rainforest to take home and play rainforest mini golf.

Bookings will be taken on the day of the activity.

WestCity Waitakere is the place to be these school holidays, so come join in the fun with our FREE and FUN kids … View more
Come on down to WestCity these school holidays and create your own mini rainforest to take home and play rainforest mini golf.

Bookings will be taken on the day of the activity.

WestCity Waitakere is the place to be these school holidays, so come join in the fun with our FREE and FUN kids activities!

Where: WestCity Waitakere Centre Court, Level 1 - 7 Catherine Street, Henderson, Auckland

When: Monday 30th September – Friday 11th October from 10.30am – 2.30pm. Weekdays only.

Phone: +64 9 978 6700
Learn more

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1874 days ago

Cash for cars - get your wreck off the road!

The Team from AAA Auto Parts

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free … View more
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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1874 days ago

George Foreman grill and griddle

Jennifer from Te Atatu South

Never used. Brand New.

Price: $80

1876 days ago

Sonic pic dental cleaning system

Leanne from Henderson

Hi has anyone got one of these. What do you think. I received mine and put a brand new battery in it. It did not work. Then I put it down & it turned on & would not turn off. Had to take the battery out of it. I tried it & don’t believe it has done anything to my teeth. Maybe I am … View moreHi has anyone got one of these. What do you think. I received mine and put a brand new battery in it. It did not work. Then I put it down & it turned on & would not turn off. Had to take the battery out of it. I tried it & don’t believe it has done anything to my teeth. Maybe I am using it wrong.

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