Point Chevalier, Auckland

2 weeks left to enter the Winter Puzzle Comp!

The Post

Don’t miss your chance to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime.

The more puzzles you complete, the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends … View moreDon’t miss your chance to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime.

The more puzzles you complete, the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find out more about participating newspapers,click here.

The Team at The Post Find out more

Floral silver/ grey ready made curtains with matching Sheer Curtains

Kamla from Westmere

Almost brand new in very good condition, ready made block out curtains and Mykonos sheer curtains 260 mm in Width and x 200mm length.
Mykonos Readymade Sheer Pencil Pleat Curtain , A beautiful linen-look sheer that will look stunning in any home. The soft subtle stripes in a blend of neutral … View moreAlmost brand new in very good condition, ready made block out curtains and Mykonos sheer curtains 260 mm in Width and x 200mm length.
Mykonos Readymade Sheer Pencil Pleat Curtain , A beautiful linen-look sheer that will look stunning in any home. The soft subtle stripes in a blend of neutral tones create a contemporary, natural finish. Beautiful sheer curtains with subtle beige, white and grey colours that gives a luxurious appeal. Hooks Included.
Hang on its own OR with an attachable lining OR with a lining curtain on a double track.

Pick up-Westmere, Auckland

Price: $120

Meditation: Toolkit For Calm

Durba from Avondale

Inner peace, simplicity and happiness have always been there inside us, qualities of our heart and soul that are often hidden and lost beneath the busy
complexities of our mind. This free six-evening course covers the essential techniques in learning and mastering meditation, rediscovering the … View moreInner peace, simplicity and happiness have always been there inside us, qualities of our heart and soul that are often hidden and lost beneath the busy
complexities of our mind. This free six-evening course covers the essential techniques in learning and mastering meditation, rediscovering the inner life and restoring clarity and calm.
Our presenter is Jogyata Dallas, who has taught workshops on meditation in many countries and authored several books about the subject and his own personal experiences.

Each evening introduces new material and meditation exercises that encourage stillness in the mind, body and breath, mantras and chants, the principle branches of yoga and examines the seven essential steps in developing a more spiritual lifestyle. It is recommended that you start on the first or second evening rather than joining after this.

Admission is free, registration is encouraged to ensure seating.
Please register to:
Ailsa 021 892 153.

Venue: Sri Chinmoy Centre, 89 Dominion Rd, Mt Eden.
Entry is just around the corner from 89 Dominion Rd, through the first entrance in Tawari Street.

No need to bring anything, ample local street parking.

All welcome.

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 18 & Saturday 19 July, 10am - 2pm.

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. Learn More

Poll: Is AI rewiring our minds?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Artificial intelligence programs such as ChatGPT are here to stay - the question now is, how will they shape the future? Will the use of AI to complete daily tasks, particularly school work, impact cognitive abilities and creativity?

Recent work out of a MIT Media Lab suggests that people who … View moreArtificial intelligence programs such as ChatGPT are here to stay - the question now is, how will they shape the future? Will the use of AI to complete daily tasks, particularly school work, impact cognitive abilities and creativity?

Recent work out of a MIT Media Lab suggests that people who used ChatGPT have lower brain engagement than those who did not when writing their essays. While the MIT Media Lab work has driven headlines recently, others have been quick to remind us that the fear of technology is nothing new.

We want to know: Is AI an addition to the technological toolbox, or should we be having bigger conversations about the impact of AI technology?

Is AI rewiring our minds?

• AI is making us lazy
• Ai is great, BUT only if used as a tool and not a substitute for thinking
• AI is great! People have a history of fearing new technology
• Too early to tell
• Have a different perspective? Share it below!

Vote View Results

• 19.8% AI is making us lazy
  19.8% Complete
• 51.5% Ai is great, BUT only if used as a tool and not a substitute for thinking
  51.5% Complete
• 5.2% AI is great! People have a history of fearing new technology
  5.2% Complete
• 21.7% Too early to tell
  21.7% Complete
• 1.8% Have a different perspective? Share it below!
  1.8% Complete

1242 votes

Winter Wellness Afternoon Yoga Retreat

Ali Cowan from Meditation NZ

Saturday, July 19th, Mt Albert War Memorial Hall, 773 New North Road, Mt Albert, 4pm ~ 7.30pm
Tickets: $30 if you book online or $35 if you buy on the door.
Grab your tickets through this link now - limited spaces available:
events.humanitix.com......
Join us for a wonderful 1~day yoga retreat,… View moreSaturday, July 19th, Mt Albert War Memorial Hall, 773 New North Road, Mt Albert, 4pm ~ 7.30pm
Tickets: $30 if you book online or $35 if you buy on the door.
Grab your tickets through this link now - limited spaces available:
events.humanitix.com......
Join us for a wonderful 1~day yoga retreat, bring your friends, rest, and rejuvenate.
Connect with like-minded others.
Unwind and calm your mind with breathwork, yoga asanas, and meditation.
Be inspired by the yoga wisdom talk about the importance of balancing your life with a yoga lifestyle.
Enjoy a delicious plant-based meal.
Ending the day with a beautiful, mellow kirtan music meditation with the Benediction Moon band.
The ticket price includes a delicious plant-based meal and chai tea.
A perfect day for mid-winter.
All welcome
Bring your own yoga mat, jacket, water bottle, and a friend.
Program includes:
Breathwork ~ Meditation ~ Yoga asanas
Yoga Wisdom talk on Developing a healthy yoga lifestyle
Delicious plant-based meal and chai tea
Kirtan Music Meditation See less
Auckland, New Zealand

Hi Neighbours – Is Your Bed Helping You Sleep Well?

Beds4U - Avondale

Hi neighbours, ?
Success doesn’t just come from hard work —

It comes from good sleep, proper rest, and having the right bed to support it.
Because let’s be honest — eight solid hours can make or break your day.
?️ As part of your neighbourhood, we care about how you sleep.
What’s… View moreHi neighbours, ?
Success doesn’t just come from hard work —

It comes from good sleep, proper rest, and having the right bed to support it.
Because let’s be honest — eight solid hours can make or break your day.
?️ As part of your neighbourhood, we care about how you sleep.
What’s your biggest sleep struggle lately?
Tossing and turning? A sore back? A partner who snores?
? Share below — let’s have a local chat about better rest and better mornings.

Got a tricky neighbour situation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Join us live this Wednesday from 9:30am with Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ). Sacha will be answering your questions about common neighbourhood issues – from shared fences and driveways to noise complaints and more.
Sacha is CABNZ’s national legal and strategic … View moreJoin us live this Wednesday from 9:30am with Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ). Sacha will be answering your questions about common neighbourhood issues – from shared fences and driveways to noise complaints and more.
Sacha is CABNZ’s national legal and strategic advisor. With over 10 years at CAB and a background in community law, she’s passionate about making the law simple and accessible. She also supports over 2,000 CAB volunteers across 80 locations in Aotearoa.
She and the CAB team are here to help you understand your rights, responsibilities, and how to resolve neighbour disputes through good communication.
✅ Free advice
✅ Plain language answers
✅ Real solutions

Got a question? Pop it below in replies to this message, and CAB will be around today to answer you! Find out more

Love watercress? Share your recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for watercress recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: … View moreKia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for watercress recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by July 20, 2025.

Jaffas are leaving our shelves 🫠

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Jaffas, iconic orange-coated chocolate lollies that have been around since 1931, will soon be leaving our shelves.

We want to know: Will you miss them?
Also, in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, what other iconic brands are still lodged in your memory?

(We can confirm that a number of the … View moreJaffas, iconic orange-coated chocolate lollies that have been around since 1931, will soon be leaving our shelves.

We want to know: Will you miss them?
Also, in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, what other iconic brands are still lodged in your memory?

(We can confirm that a number of the Neighbourly team will be heading out to stock up our lolly jars before Jaffas disappear!)

Buying or developing? Discover your site's potential!

Cato Bolam

Get a free feasibility assessment to understand your development options before you begin. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM (Ts&Cs apply).

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍

✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning … View moreGet a free feasibility assessment to understand your development options before you begin. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM (Ts&Cs apply).

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍

✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals) Find out more

Free: Bathtub, white enamel cast iron

Ian from Westmere

Free : White enamelled bathtub; cast iron. In reasonably good, clean condition (see photo): Westmere, near Zoo. It's heavy, so will require helping hands to manoeuvre onto a trailer (I am unable to help.) 021 049 6189

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Have you tried The People's Choice Snarler?

Avons Butchery

Want to elevate your BBQ game when friends come around? look no further, Avon's Butchery has just the right sausage for you, winning national awards the last 25 years with over 18 flavours, this is the go to spot to elevate your backyard bbq.

In store or online Avon's Butchery aka … View moreWant to elevate your BBQ game when friends come around? look no further, Avon's Butchery has just the right sausage for you, winning national awards the last 25 years with over 18 flavours, this is the go to spot to elevate your backyard bbq.

In store or online Avon's Butchery aka 'The Better Butcher' has the range to simply impress.

246 Apirana Avenue, Glen Innes, Auckland. Find out more

QUIZ NIGHT

Dan from Point Chevalier

Just a reminder, Quiz Night at Nomads tonight from 7pm with your host Dan....come down for a couple hours of fun times, great pizza, and food & drink specials....bookings essential.
See you there

Free Jigsaws

Julie from Mount Albert

Free Jigsaws outside number 4 Verona Ave.
Help yourself!

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