Point Chevalier, Auckland

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
… View moreIf you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

Recipe: Cheesecake with Raspberry Coulis

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Cookery, Advanced student Timmika has prepared this cheesecake at home during August Lockdown 2021. This unbaked cheese cake has a crunchy biscuit base, silky vanilla cream and refreshing berry coulis.
Recipe up on our blog.

Covid testing waiting times

Trevor from Point Chevalier

I went for a test today luckily I go there early so did not have to wait long, The hold up is getting your details on to the computer not the actual test. So why don't they set up a system where your enter your details at home on the covid site. When your details are entered you get a … View moreI went for a test today luckily I go there early so did not have to wait long, The hold up is getting your details on to the computer not the actual test. So why don't they set up a system where your enter your details at home on the covid site. When your details are entered you get a confirmation text code and/or a bar code. So when you get to the testing station you only need to give the code. A system like when you buy event tickets or airline tickets. Your thought please.

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Helen from Point Chevalier

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Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View moreDear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

Lockdown Learning

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Lockdown Learning
Join us from anywhere in New Zealand for NZQA Certificate in New Zealand Wine Micro-credential with Celia Hay over 4 evenings from 5-8pm starting on Thursday 2 Sept.
Special lockdown discount $220 for Domestic students.

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Helen from Point Chevalier

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Covid ends Light Rail live consultation

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora Neighbours, if you were planning to find out about Light Rail at one of the remaining community meetings, too late. They have been cancelled due to Covid. Should the consultation have been delayed? Read the story below:

Free timber paling from an old fence

Ryan from Herne Bay

A 25m stretch of our paling fence blew over during the storm a couple of weeks ago.
The section of fence, that's on the ground in the photo, will be taken to the dump after lockdown.
Before it goes off to the dump, would anyone be interested in re-using any or all of the materials (they … View moreA 25m stretch of our paling fence blew over during the storm a couple of weeks ago.
The section of fence, that's on the ground in the photo, will be taken to the dump after lockdown.
Before it goes off to the dump, would anyone be interested in re-using any or all of the materials (they would have to dismantle themselves)? It would make for a great tree house! 🔨🌳🏠

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Apprenticeship opportunities in Auckland

Competenz

Hey Auckland!
We have some great apprenticeship options available for you! This is the perfect opportunity to get qualified and learn on the job. Check out the links below for more information!
Mechanical Engineering Apprentice
Machining - Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Print Bindery Apprentice

Jessica Dolphin Ann O'Regan

Suresh from Point Chevalier

I have a letter incorrectly addressed to my house for Jessica from a sender in Wales. If anybody knows Jessica could they ask her to pm me. Thanks

Also, I found a bank card belonging to Anne O'Regan. Again if someone can bring this to Ann's attention. Thanks

Public toilets open under Alert Level 4

The Team from Auckland Council

93 public toilets will remain open in our parks and open spaces, for use by workers and locals visiting our parks. These facilities will undergo regular cleaning while Alert Level 4 is in place.

Click on 'Read More' to see the list.

Burger Burger

Digital Boost

Hi Neighbour,

Here we go again. Hope you are looking after those in your bubble and keeping safe.

If you need a bit of distraction from the confines of lockdown, this could be the perfect time to keep learning through what can be pretty tough times.

Right now many will be tuning in online, so … View moreHi Neighbour,

Here we go again. Hope you are looking after those in your bubble and keeping safe.

If you need a bit of distraction from the confines of lockdown, this could be the perfect time to keep learning through what can be pretty tough times.

Right now many will be tuning in online, so why not brush up on skills to learn how to make an impact with your business digitally.

First impressions count. In fact, they say you only have 3 seconds to make a good one. So, slick images are crucial.

Flipping the perfect patty is quite a skill, so too is producing snappy images - local business Burger Burger can do both with ease. They’ve done away with traditional advertising and instead engaged its customers with vibrant and interactive content.

Watch their story here to find out how they get more digital bang for their marketing buck.

Then get started yourself and join us at Digital Boost to get going with our free videos and resources!

The Team at Digital Boost

Daffodil Day Street Appeal Cancelled

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

We’re sad to announce that Covid has forced the cancellation of our annual Daffodil Day street appeal. This will have a big impact on our fundraising, so we’re asking those who can to please donate online at daffodilday.org.nz. Thank you for your support Auckland. Learn more

TV - 26 inch

Mihir from Mount Albert

26 inch LCD TV - remote included. The TV has a HDMI port.
In good working condition and no issues at all.
Doesn't have an in-built freeview.
Ideal for spare room, garage, for gaming or just use as a monitor.
Moving house and hence selling.
Model : Sharp LC-26AF3X

Pick up from St Lukes.

Price: $40