Papatoetoe, Auckland

Ryman Village Open Days This Weekend:

Ryman Village Open Days This Weekend:

Join us at our open days and discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

57 days ago

Heads or Tails?

Auckland Blues

Be in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.

The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can … View more
Be in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.

The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can watch the game.
- x2 food & beverage vouchers
- x1 goodie bag and blues jersey.
- Visiting the commentary box
- Being taken to the field side-line where you can watch the team warm-up.

Terms and conditions apply
Find out more

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63 days ago

Poll: Is it illegal to have fog lights on when there's no fog?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The answer is yes, it is illegal. And yet in New Zealand it's fairly common to see drivers hitting the road with their fog lights on when it's simply dark.

Those who have sat their written drivers test recently will be in the know, but be honest, did you know it was illegal?

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Is it illegal to have fog lights on when there's no fog?
  • 59.7% Yes, I know it's illegal
    59.7% Complete
  • 39.1% No, I didn't know that
    39.1% Complete
  • 1.2% Other - I'll share below
    1.2% Complete
1936 votes
58 days ago

Special Mitsubishi offers at Manukau Autos

Manukau Autos

Special Mitsubishi offers at Manukau Autos. On the 1st June Manukau Autos is a new home for Mitsubishi in South Auckland. Learn More

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58 days ago

ALERT: SH1 Mt Wellington on-ramp roadworks

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

The southbound on-ramp will be closed Sunday to Thursday nights between 10pm and 5am from early April until June 2025. Know More

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59 days ago

Camino Portugués Talk at Bowling Club

Tyler Ross-Doone from Papatoetoe Historical Society Inc

The Papatoetoe Historical Society is hosting a guest speaker to talk about their travels across the 230 km 'Camino Portugués' ('The Portuguese Way').

WHERE: Papatoetoe Hunters Corner Bowling Club (247 Great South Road, Papatoetoe)

WHEN: 20th of May (Tuesday), 7:30 PM

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The Papatoetoe Historical Society is hosting a guest speaker to talk about their travels across the 230 km 'Camino Portugués' ('The Portuguese Way').

WHERE: Papatoetoe Hunters Corner Bowling Club (247 Great South Road, Papatoetoe)

WHEN: 20th of May (Tuesday), 7:30 PM

DESCRIPTION: In 2024, Sue and Brian FitzPatrick walked 230 km from Porto in Portugal to Santiago in Spain, following in the footsteps of pilgrims who had walked a similar route over the last twelve centuries. They will share what they found interesting in their journey.
See you there!

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59 days ago

Sit To Standing Desk

Soa from Mangere

Hi All,

I have a Commercially used Sit to Standing Desks i would like to sell. White laminate desktop finish, white frame, single Motor.

1600mm Length
780mm Wide
660mm Lowest Point
1270mm Highest Point… View more
Hi All,

I have a Commercially used Sit to Standing Desks i would like to sell. White laminate desktop finish, white frame, single Motor.

1600mm Length
780mm Wide
660mm Lowest Point
1270mm Highest Point

Includes
Cable Trunking (worth $50)
Desk mounted Dual Arms (worth $100)

Price negotiable

Price: $700

60 days ago

Free Matariki Stars for Locals

New Creation

Under the Stars of Matariki ✨
As the stars rise and we enter this season of reflection and renewal, we’re sharing a little stardust of our own.

We’ve created 500 hand-crafted stars, made from reclaimed MDF and engraved with the words “My Wish.” … View more
Under the Stars of Matariki ✨
As the stars rise and we enter this season of reflection and renewal, we’re sharing a little stardust of our own.

We’ve created 500 hand-crafted stars, made from reclaimed MDF and engraved with the words “My Wish.” They're gifts from our hands to yours — perfect for painting, sharing, or simply holding close as you set intentions for the year ahead.

This is more than a giveaway. It’s a small act of aroha — a way to reconnect with each other, with the environment, and with the spirit of new beginnings.
We’ve already gifted over 500 Easter and Mother’s Day decorations across the Coast, and would love to share this next one with you.

Collect yours in Silverdale (weekdays)

✨If you can Like and leave a comment on how many stars you would like we can message you directly

🌿 Calling all builders & businesses with leftover MDF, perspex, or timber offcuts? We’d love to hear from you so we can turn your scraps into something beautiful. We transform waste into meaningful, creative products that uplift mental health and community well-being.
Find out more

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61 days ago

South Auckland schools in lockdown

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are on the scene of an incident in south Auckland that put nearby schools into lockdown.

Emergency services were called to an “assault incident” on Settlement Rd in Papakura around 11.38am on Friday. One person was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition.

“As a … View more
Police are on the scene of an incident in south Auckland that put nearby schools into lockdown.

Emergency services were called to an “assault incident” on Settlement Rd in Papakura around 11.38am on Friday. One person was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition.

“As a precaution, several schools and early learning centres in the vicinity of the Settlement Rd area have been placed into a lockdown,” a police spokesperson said.

The spokesperson said an increased police presence will remain in the area while they work to locate the person responsible for the incident.

Papakura High School alerted parents they were in lockdown in a post on Facebook.

“We will continue to provide updates as often as possible,” the school said.

“Please do not come to school or phone the school as we will be unable to attend to you and this may cause disruption to the management of the situation and could potentially place yourself and /or staff and students’ safety at risk,” it read.

The school said it would update when it was out of lockdown

NZ Herald reported that Papakura Intermediate was another school in lockdown due to the incident. Keep up to date on the Stuff website.

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61 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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61 days ago

Upcycle Magic: DIY Frame Refresh with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

Upcycle some old photo frames with Resene Lustacryl and Resene testpots and not only will you win points for your environmental stance, but you can also create original one-offs. Find out how to refresh your photo frames with these easy step by step instructions.

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62 days ago

Judy marks 60th wedding anniversary by taking the plunge again

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.

But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View more
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.

But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!

In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.

Click read more for the full story.

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62 days ago

Retire in comfort and security

Greenview Park Village

Premium care is just meters away from our village. Join our caring community, where passion thrives. Trust Terrace Kennedy House for exceptional care and meaningful connections. Find out more

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63 days ago

Hooked on Resene: Find the marlin at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show and win!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

You’ll find many fun activities and sights at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show but there’s one that might catch your eye with its colourful and captivating design! Mural artist Marc Spijkerbosch has painted a giant marlin mural with Resene paints as part of the Hooked on Resene competition,… View moreYou’ll find many fun activities and sights at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show but there’s one that might catch your eye with its colourful and captivating design! Mural artist Marc Spijkerbosch has painted a giant marlin mural with Resene paints as part of the Hooked on Resene competition, and if you spot it, you could be in to win!

All you have to do is find the Hooked on Resene mural, take your photo with it, share your photo to social media with a hashtag #HookedOnResene #HutchwilcoBoatShow and you have a chance to win with Resene and the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show.

Plus, Resene staff will be by the mural at selected hours each day with giveaways for those having their photo taken!

For more information about the show and what’s on, visit The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show online.

We’ll see you there! Show ends Sunday 18 May.

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93 days ago

Poll: Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.

If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?

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Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?
  • 82.3% Yes, it's decreased
    82.3% Complete
  • 14.5% Nope
    14.5% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
1111 votes
63 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View more
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Learn More

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