Pakuranga Heights, Auckland

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185 days ago

Could the jury service process be improved?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Every year, thousands of New Zealanders are called up to serve as jurors in the High and District Courts, and it's an important way to contribute to your country.

But for some, jury service can be a huge disruption and a financial burden. Do you think changes could be made to our jury … View more
Every year, thousands of New Zealanders are called up to serve as jurors in the High and District Courts, and it's an important way to contribute to your country.

But for some, jury service can be a huge disruption and a financial burden. Do you think changes could be made to our jury service system to address these challenges?

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180 days ago

Check it before you chuck it

Auckland Council

Keep vapes, batteries and electrical devices out of your bin. Find out more

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181 days ago

Matariki: Arts, Crafts, Films, and Talks

Howick Historical Village Pakuranga, Auckland from Howick Historical Village

Howick Historical Village is honouring Matariki through a kōrero, spoken word reading and short film screening from Indigenous Māori and Pacific storytellers and filmmakers in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Join us in Puhi Nui parlour on Friday 28 June 2024 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm to listen to poems from … View more
Howick Historical Village is honouring Matariki through a kōrero, spoken word reading and short film screening from Indigenous Māori and Pacific storytellers and filmmakers in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Join us in Puhi Nui parlour on Friday 28 June 2024 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm to listen to poems from published spoken word poet Ivy Lyden-Hancy and watch the compelling short films by South Auckland raised filmmaker Trina Lealavaa-Ama.

You can also head down to Pakuranga School house to make your own Matariki-inspired arts and crafts or explore the Village using our Matariki themed trail booklets.

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181 days ago

Home projects

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Creating an office out of a small room by utilising built-in furniture, floating shelves, a tidy charging station and Resene Atlas makes space-saving sense.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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181 days ago

Repair Cafe for FREE REPAIR

Simon from Bucklands Beach

We help you repair bikes, clothes, appliances, speakers, furniture etc.
NO microwave and electric blanket. Only for handheld size items.

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182 days ago

Winter Lights Festival | Saturday 15 June 5pm-9pm

Howick Historical Village Pakuranga, Auckland from Howick Historical Village

Howick Historical Village presents the Winter Lights Festival!

Experience the Village after dark on this enchanting winter evening. Explore the gardens and venture into historic buildings magically illuminated with twinkling light installations.

Make a paper lantern to light your way. Enjoy … View more
Howick Historical Village presents the Winter Lights Festival!

Experience the Village after dark on this enchanting winter evening. Explore the gardens and venture into historic buildings magically illuminated with twinkling light installations.

Make a paper lantern to light your way. Enjoy treats from the old-fashioned sweet shop and some of Auckland’s top food vendors. Warm up with a nip of mulled wine or hot spiced apple juice and dance the winter blues away with live music by The Flaming Mudcats!

Gather friends and whānau to enjoy the ambiance of the night in the Village’s unique heritage setting.

Admission: Adult $20 Child $10. Bookings highly recommended - limited door sales only.

This event is proudly sponsored by The Fairy Light Shop.

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182 days ago

Nationwide protests

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Nationwide protests are taking place today (Thursday) having been organised by Te Pāti Māori and other connected to Toitū Te Tiriti movement.
There is likely to be some traffic disruptions so Waka Kotahi are closely monitoring the situation. Below are the locations of these gatherings across … View more
Nationwide protests are taking place today (Thursday) having been organised by Te Pāti Māori and other connected to Toitū Te Tiriti movement.
There is likely to be some traffic disruptions so Waka Kotahi are closely monitoring the situation. Below are the locations of these gatherings across the country.

Northland:
Whangārei, Farmer’s car park, 9am.
Kaitāia, Commerce St, 9am.

Auckland:
West Auckland, BP Hobsonville, 6.30am.
South Auckland, Z Petrol station, 6.30am.
North Auckland, Palmers Albany Garden Centre, 6.30am.
Central Auckland, Aotea Square, 11am.

Waikato:
Hamilton, Kirikiriroa Marae, 7.30am.
Matamata, Matamata Woolworths, 6.45am.
Te Puaha, Weraroa Marae, 8.30am.
Hauraki, Victoria Park, 12pm.

Waiariki:
Tauranga, Whareroa Reserve, 8am.
Whakatāne, SH30, 7.30am.
Ōpōtiki, Waioweka bridge, 7am.
Taupō, Lake Terrace, 8am.
Tūrangi, Tūrangi town centre, 9am.
Rotorua, Lake Rd intersection, Old Taupō Rd, Fenton St and Sala St, 7am.

Ikaroa-Rāwhiti:
Tūranganui a Kiwa, Heipipi Park, 7am.
Hastings, Hastings Clock Tower, 7am.
Wairarapa, Masterton Town Hall, 12pm.

Te Tai Hauāuru:
Hāwera, Hāwera Netball Courts, 10.30am.
Palmerston North, Te Marae o Hine, 7.15am.
Tokoroa, Leith Place, 8am.

Wellington:
A hīkoi to Parliament 12pm.

South Island:
Christchurch, Bridge of Remembrance, 11am.
Nelson, Church steps, 12.30pm.
Dunedin, Queens Gardens, 12pm.

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182 days ago

The True You Fashion Show 2024!

Ladies Who Thrive

Support our beautiful models and celebrate the essence of Mother Earth at this stunning event.

Date: Saturday 10 August
Time: 6.30pm

Venue of The True You Fashion Show 2024:
The Depot,
Lloyd Elsmore Park
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Support our beautiful models and celebrate the essence of Mother Earth at this stunning event.

Date: Saturday 10 August
Time: 6.30pm

Venue of The True You Fashion Show 2024:
The Depot,
Lloyd Elsmore Park
Sir Lloyd Drive
451 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga
(Behind the netball courts)

Come and enjoy an evening of fashion and fun!
Find out more

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183 days ago

SPCA Op Shops pick up furniture donations for free ?

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Ready to part with surplus furniture or large household items? Let our SPCA Auckland truck take them away for you, with our free pick-up service! ​? Call 0800 77 22 23 to book a collection time!

Kindly consider donating your items to our Op Shops to help us raise vital funds for animals in… View more
Ready to part with surplus furniture or large household items? Let our SPCA Auckland truck take them away for you, with our free pick-up service! ​? Call 0800 77 22 23 to book a collection time!

Kindly consider donating your items to our Op Shops to help us raise vital funds for animals in need. If you can help, we would love to accept your items in good, clean, sellable condition; please no rips, stains or marks.​ Find out more at www.spca.nz...

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183 days ago

SPCA Op Shops pick up furniture donations for free ?

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Ready to part with surplus furniture or large household items? Let our SPCA Auckland truck take them away for you, with our free pick-up service! ​? Call 0800 77 22 23 to book a collection time!

Kindly consider donating your items to our Op Shops to help us raise vital funds for animals in… View more
Ready to part with surplus furniture or large household items? Let our SPCA Auckland truck take them away for you, with our free pick-up service! ​? Call 0800 77 22 23 to book a collection time!

Kindly consider donating your items to our Op Shops to help us raise vital funds for animals in need. If you can help, we would love to accept your items in good, clean, sellable condition; please no rips, stains or marks.​ Find out more at www.spca.nz...

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183 days ago

Product and food recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled, some in the last few days. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake
Mrs Rogers Naturals brand gluten free batter mix
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These items have been recalled, some in the last few days. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake
Mrs Rogers Naturals brand gluten free batter mix
The Collective brand Suckies strawberry probiotic yoghurt

Product recalls:
Country Road two-tone demm mug
Postie Little Kids adventure pants
Fortis heavy duty weight bench
Honda outboard marine engine
Quincy Mae baby/kids nightwear
Ryobi airwave stapler/nailer
Puretec Filtration
Grabstore pruning saw / chainsaw
Full Speed Ahead crankset

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

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183 days ago

Weather warnings for Auckland

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Thunderstorms and strong wind are taking place in Auckland today.

Here's what you need to know:
- A period of severe gale southwesterlies is expected in Auckland and MetService have issued a severe thunderstorm watch and an orange strong wind warning.
- Air NZ is contacting customers … View more
Thunderstorms and strong wind are taking place in Auckland today.

Here's what you need to know:
- A period of severe gale southwesterlies is expected in Auckland and MetService have issued a severe thunderstorm watch and an orange strong wind warning.
- Air NZ is contacting customers booked to fly in and out of Auckland this afternoon, warning of potential flight disruptions due to strong winds forecast to hit the city.
- NZTA warn of strong winds between 10am-12pm today so the Harbour Bridge will have lane reductions, reduced speeds and a 4x4 lane layout. Caution is especially needed for motorcyclists and trucks. NZTA said "Today there is also a possibility that all lanes on the bridge could close temporarily."
- Strong wind gusts could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures. Driving may be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.

Be safe, neighbours!

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183 days ago
183 days ago

Cockatiel

Nashwa from Northpark

Hi there! I'm Mochi, a friendly and tamed cockatiel, 9 M.

Get in touch if you'd like to know more!

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183 days ago

Which transport projects would you pick?

Auckland Transport

Our transport plan for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is designed to make our city the best it can be.

There are a lot of projects to work on, but we can’t do them all at once. That’s why we need you to help us decide which projects are prioritised first.

Have your say with our 5 min surveyView more
Our transport plan for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is designed to make our city the best it can be.

There are a lot of projects to work on, but we can’t do them all at once. That’s why we need you to help us decide which projects are prioritised first.

Have your say with our 5 min survey here by 17 June 2024.

The plan is looking to make improvement to:
Travel choices for Aucklanders, including train, bus, ferry, car, cycle or on foot.
Road infrastructure conditions.
Road safety.
Support growth and economic productivity.
Environmental outcomes.

Looking forward to your feedback.
Find out more

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