Point Chevalier, Auckland

Garage or parking space wanted

Warren from Point Chevalier

Looking for a covered, dry secure parking space or garage close to Point Chevalier or St Lukes area for an average sized car. Occasional access, 1 - 2 times a month required. Mid to long term, can pay rent up front if it helps. Thanks

Record-breaking Lego models coming to Auckland Museum this summer

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, The tallest model made of Lego in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to Auckland. A 7.5m tall replica of Nasa's Space Launch System (SLS), made from 450,000 Lego bricks, will go on display at Auckland Museum on December 3. It's part of a large new exhibition which also … View moreHi neighbours, The tallest model made of Lego in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to Auckland. A 7.5m tall replica of Nasa's Space Launch System (SLS), made from 450,000 Lego bricks, will go on display at Auckland Museum on December 3. It's part of a large new exhibition which also includes the largest ever Lego Caterpillar 797 dump truck, a 4.5m long Shinkansen train, and a more than 3m long Antonov 225 aeroplane.

Sealy Posturepedic plush King

Anne-Marie from Point Chevalier

Split base on wheels. Very good condition. Used by single woman in a non smoking, pet free house. No room for it.

Price: $480

Zumba Class at 6:15pm - MT. Albert War Memorial Hall

Silene from Mt Albert - Strong (HIIT & fighting skills) & Zumba

A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

Time: 6:15pm
Fees: $10 casual class or Newbie card 3 class x $20
Where: Mt. Albert War Memorial hall

more … View moreA total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

Time: 6:15pm
Fees: $10 casual class or Newbie card 3 class x $20
Where: Mt. Albert War Memorial hall

more information: www.zumbawithsilene...

Calling all LEGO® fans big and small!

The Team from Auckland Museum

This December we're excited to bring you Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Creations from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught.

Awesomeness awaits, with everything from a life-sized LEGO® Harley Davidson to a 2.5m orca featuring in the exhibition.

Tickets … View moreThis December we're excited to bring you Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Creations from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught.

Awesomeness awaits, with everything from a life-sized LEGO® Harley Davidson to a 2.5m orca featuring in the exhibition.

Tickets on sale from next Tuesday 10 November.

serving Dishes, Plates

Roozbeh from Mount Albert

This is a set of colourful glass serving Dishes in Gray and Yello
18 pieces serving dishes + 2 big grey plate + 2 Soup yellow plate as a gift
No used and new

4 Bowl Yellow 12cm*12cm
4 small plate Gray 20cm*20cm
4 Soup Plate Yellow 22cm*22cm
4 Big plate Gray 26cm*26cm
1 Rice tray Yellow 31cm*31cm
1… View moreThis is a set of colourful glass serving Dishes in Gray and Yello
18 pieces serving dishes + 2 big grey plate + 2 Soup yellow plate as a gift
No used and new

4 Bowl Yellow 12cm*12cm
4 small plate Gray 20cm*20cm
4 Soup Plate Yellow 22cm*22cm
4 Big plate Gray 26cm*26cm
1 Rice tray Yellow 31cm*31cm
1 Fish and meat tray Gray 37cm*22 cm

These serving dishes are new, but without the original pack expect the Fish and Tray one.

Pick up from Mount Albert

Roozbeh
0272895456
Please contact or text me before 10 am after 4 pm,

Price: $90

Tea glass

Roozbeh from Mount Albert

Set of Japanese tea glass
Crystal

New, in pack
Must pick up from Mount Albert

Roozbeh
0272895456
Please contact me before 10 Am After 4 Pm

Price: $50

What does it mean to be Indian in Aotearoa?

The Team from Auckland Museum

Next Sunday 8 November Auckland Museum is hosting a free panel discussion with members of Auckland's Indian community, as they explore the prejudice and pressures, as well as the joys, of their unique identity. Panellists for the evening of kōrero include Sarah Dutt, Rohan Adarkar, Kartika … View moreNext Sunday 8 November Auckland Museum is hosting a free panel discussion with members of Auckland's Indian community, as they explore the prejudice and pressures, as well as the joys, of their unique identity. Panellists for the evening of kōrero include Sarah Dutt, Rohan Adarkar, Kartika Singh, Karishma Kumar and Vinod Suresh.

The event is free but is ticketed, so be sure to secure your seat here: bit.ly...

Poll: Should fireworks be banned?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Auckland skies will soon be alight with fireworks displays.

With Guy Fawkes looming, the event sparks ongoing debate over the use of fireworks.

Auckland Council and a range of national organisations have renewed calls to ban the private use and sale of fireworks after a parliamentary select … View moreAuckland skies will soon be alight with fireworks displays.

With Guy Fawkes looming, the event sparks ongoing debate over the use of fireworks.

Auckland Council and a range of national organisations have renewed calls to ban the private use and sale of fireworks after a parliamentary select committee decided in August to leave regulations unchanged.

Some people will be celebrating Guy Fawkes Day, held to commemorate the failure of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605.

Should fireworks be banned?

Should fireworks be banned?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 76.6% Yes
  76.6% Complete
• 23.4% No
  23.4% Complete

1267 votes

Poll: Are you in favour of more concerts at Eden Park?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Eden Park stadium wants to host six concerts a year.

The battle over the stadium's future has gone to a five-day hearing.

The Eden Park Trust Board wants permission to stage up to six concerts a year, without having to go through a full planning approval for each one.

Please type NFP if you… View moreEden Park stadium wants to host six concerts a year.

The battle over the stadium's future has gone to a five-day hearing.

The Eden Park Trust Board wants permission to stage up to six concerts a year, without having to go through a full planning approval for each one.

Please type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in our conversations section of the community paper.

Are you in favour of more concerts at Eden Park?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 86% Yes
  86% Complete
• 14% No
  14% Complete

379 votes

Poll: Do you agree with the euthanasia and cannabis referendum preliminary results?

Reporter Community News

New Zealand has voted 'yes' to euthanasia and 'no' to cannabis in preliminary results- but the final count could still change that result.

We won't know the outcome of the special votes until the official results are released on November 6.

Do you agree with the euthanasia and cannabis referendum preliminary results?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 52.5% Yes
  52.5% Complete
• 47.5% No
  47.5% Complete

831 votes

Find savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

Did you know, with a SuperGold card, you can stretch your money further every day?

Businesses across the country offer cardholders thousands of savings and special offers on fuel, food, health costs and more.

To find out what’s available, visit our website. Or, you can download and check … View moreDid you know, with a SuperGold card, you can stretch your money further every day?

Businesses across the country offer cardholders thousands of savings and special offers on fuel, food, health costs and more.

To find out what’s available, visit our website. Or, you can download and check the SuperGold app on your smartphone or tablet.

Find golden opportunities to save today, with SuperGold. Find out more

Poll: Are you planning to open your door to trick-or-treaters this Saturday night?

Reporter Community News

As Halloween edges closer, some Auckland streets are going all out to decorate their homes and stock up on sugary treats.

Others will be banning trick-or-treaters this Saturday night in post-pandemic New Zealand.

Are you planning to open your door to trick-or-treaters this Saturday night?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 24.3% Yes
  24.3% Complete
• 75.7% No
  75.7% Complete

1216 votes

How will you be celebrating Guy Fawkes this year?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours. Guy Fawkes will again be celebrated with events and public displays in Auckland this year, despite ongoing controversy over the use of fireworks. There's fireworks at Western Springs and Waikaraka speedway, a summer concert with fireworks in Orewa and a combined Halloween and … View moreHi neighbours. Guy Fawkes will again be celebrated with events and public displays in Auckland this year, despite ongoing controversy over the use of fireworks. There's fireworks at Western Springs and Waikaraka speedway, a summer concert with fireworks in Orewa and a combined Halloween and fireworks event out West. Will you be celebrating Guy Fawkes at one of these public events or setting off fireworks at home?

Minimum wage, no help and on the ladder at 25: here's how they did it

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now … View moreI loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now they're living happily in their Hawke's Bay home.
Have a read and see how they did it, and while you're at it have a listen to our third episode of First Rung, the podcast for first home buyers for a little more inspiration.