Point Chevalier, Auckland

How about heart-shaped foliage plants for your Valentine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

It's not too late to grab these sensational plants for your green-fingered, houseplant-loving Valentine. Here's a quick guide to the hottest indoor plants for that special person in your life.

Share the love around Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Valentines Day from the team at NZ Compare!
Take the time today to enjoy the love that surrounds you. Pass it onto your friends, family, pets, maybe even a neighbour! Brighten someone's day.

Don't forget to show yourself some love too!

Want to recognise your favourite local business?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. 

… View moreWe all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. 

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards. Nominate now

Car park in Wellington near Massey Uni

Andrea from Morningside

Hi, my daughter is moving to Wellington to study at Massey University. We will miss her a lot, and she will miss her car as the flat does not have a car park for her aged car. Does this community know of a carpark that would be available near Massey Uni for rent or use in return for work?

Mattress for Tonga

Durba from Avondale

Hi friends,
Thank you everyone who helped out the last time. My neighbour has another 20ft container outside her house due to leave Tonga Mon 14/2/22. They are looking for single bed mattress and any hardware items like toilet bowl, hand washing basin etc. They are trying to upgrade the Tonga … View moreHi friends,
Thank you everyone who helped out the last time. My neighbour has another 20ft container outside her house due to leave Tonga Mon 14/2/22. They are looking for single bed mattress and any hardware items like toilet bowl, hand washing basin etc. They are trying to upgrade the Tonga hospitals facilities. Household items will also be welcome of course. You can drop off at 20 Kelston St New Lynn. Please let your friends know.
Thank you.

Hunger for Colour – Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Bring 2 cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for 1 Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you bring in 2 cans of … View moreBring 2 cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for 1 Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you bring in 2 cans of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.90 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

So start gathering up those cans and bring them into your local Resene owned ColorShop. Find out more

Preloved NZ Girl Guiding (adult size) uniforms

Mary from Point Chevalier

I have an assortment of preloved NZ Girl Guiding uniforms all in very good condition, sizes 2X to 4X, summer and winter-weight. Not all of them are current but they can still be useful for hiking and camping etc.

Free

U3A Mt Albert

Helen Peterson from U3A Mt Albert

U3A Mt Albert usually meets 10am to 12 noon on the third Tuesday of every month. Unfortunately we have had to cancel our February meeting because of covid. Our March meeting is planned for March 22, (a one-off change from the third Tuesday). To be confirmed!
Western Springs Garden Community … View moreU3A Mt Albert usually meets 10am to 12 noon on the third Tuesday of every month. Unfortunately we have had to cancel our February meeting because of covid. Our March meeting is planned for March 22, (a one-off change from the third Tuesday). To be confirmed!
Western Springs Garden Community Hall, 956 Great North Rd.
Visitors and new members are welcome.

Enquiries to u3amtalbert@gmail.com

WSET & New Zealand Wine Week

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

For a long time, New Zealand wine exports have been dominated by Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir with small quantities of Chardonnay and Bordeaux blends plus more.

During New Zealand Wine Week (7-11 February 2022), WSET gathered together a panel of three expert educators to discuss emerging wine … View moreFor a long time, New Zealand wine exports have been dominated by Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir with small quantities of Chardonnay and Bordeaux blends plus more.

During New Zealand Wine Week (7-11 February 2022), WSET gathered together a panel of three expert educators to discuss emerging wine trends and grape varieties along with the theme of sustainable winegrowing certification (SWNZ) and organics in the New Zealand wine industry.

Here is a part of Celia’s presentation on the grape varieties, regions and the importance of NZ Winegrower’s policy of sustainable wine growing, first introduced in 1995 and the increasing numbers of organic certified wineries.

Terra Health Reflux Inhibitor and Terra health Acid relief

Jan from Westmere

I have six containers of the heartburn and acid relief product for sale.- 60 capsules in each container. retail
I have 1 container of the Reflux inhibitor - 60 capsules
Reasons for sale. this stuff worked - when combined with diet. Only selling because I had inadvertently repeat ordered. Use … View moreI have six containers of the heartburn and acid relief product for sale.- 60 capsules in each container. retail
I have 1 container of the Reflux inhibitor - 60 capsules
Reasons for sale. this stuff worked - when combined with diet. Only selling because I had inadvertently repeat ordered. Use by date and of 2022

Price: $10

Icon printer Ink IBLC33198 - Compatible Brother LC3319XLBK

Jan from Westmere

For use in MFCJ6530DW, J6370DW, J6930DW J5730DW J5330DW
Note - I I bought it for my Brother MFCJ6530DW but it was not compatible so suggest you only buy if you know its compatible

Price: $10

Asko Front loader Washing machine - W6884 Eco/1800 RP

Jan from Westmere

Used by 2 person family - approx four washes per week
In going order. A little rust on the door
Pick up in Kingsley St, Westmere

Free

Are you on the right power plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

… View moreWe’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

Compare with our help and find the right power plan for your household! It’s easy as!

Visit Power Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across Power, Broadband and Money. COMPARE MY POWER!

Jetskii assesorie. Chilli bin and steel frame

Arna from Mount Albert

Comes with the cillin bin which is brand new (r.r.p) $199 & chilli bin steel frame holder (r.r.p) $800 for back of jet skii which holds 5 fishing rods.

Price: $350

10 cool things to do in our regional parks

The Team from Auckland Council

There are always more new and surprising things to do in Auckland’s regional parks. If you’re looking for something different to do, try one of these cool experiences.
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