Point Chevalier, Auckland

Consumer NZ says nine out of 20 sunscreens don't provide protection they claim

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Does the sunscreen you use offer the protection it claims on the label?

Consumer NZ has found nine out of 20 sunscreens they tested do not.

To read more, click here.

Owha the leopard seal up to her old tricks

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, Owha's back! Auckland's resident leopard seal took a suspected bullet to the face a few weeks back, which had a lot of people worried.

Luckily it looks like she's pulled through, if a video of her frolicking in Westhaven Marina is anything to go by (click the … View moreKia ora neighbours, Owha's back! Auckland's resident leopard seal took a suspected bullet to the face a few weeks back, which had a lot of people worried.

Luckily it looks like she's pulled through, if a video of her frolicking in Westhaven Marina is anything to go by (click the link to view).

Thanks to Crispin Middleton from Seacology NZ for the video - he watched her playing for 20 minutes on Wednesday morning and said she looked happy and well.

Drunk and disorderly at Friday Jams - what did you see?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, thousands of people crammed into Western Springs on Sunday night for Friday Jams - which meant throngs of drunk people filling the streets afterwards, with reports of people urinating on people's property, obstructing traffic and loud and antisocial behaviour. Did you see … View moreKia ora neighbours, thousands of people crammed into Western Springs on Sunday night for Friday Jams - which meant throngs of drunk people filling the streets afterwards, with reports of people urinating on people's property, obstructing traffic and loud and antisocial behaviour. Did you see anything? Comment below or email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz

FREE PUBLIC BOWLS this Friday evening.

Steve King from

The green, and the Auckland Irish Society bar and kitchen, will be open from 5 pm until dusk this Friday 22nd.

Everyone is welcome to ‘have a go‘ in the sun in beautiful Fowlds Park.

All equipment provided, just wear flat-soled shoes. Suitable for 10yo-up but there’s also the adjacent … View moreThe green, and the Auckland Irish Society bar and kitchen, will be open from 5 pm until dusk this Friday 22nd.

Everyone is welcome to ‘have a go‘ in the sun in beautiful Fowlds Park.

All equipment provided, just wear flat-soled shoes. Suitable for 10yo-up but there’s also the adjacent playground for the younger kids.

Never played? Let Te Radar and Blackjack Selina Goddard show you how to get started at
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Royal tour in pictures: Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall meet PM, public

Melanie Earley And Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have continued their week-long tour of New Zealand.  The…

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Government plan to improve accessibility in housing draws skepticism from disability advocates

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours,

Advocates are skeptical of a government promise to increase the accessible housing stock after an “opportunity was ignored” in the Building Act reforms.

Do you think the government is serious about addressing the shortage of accessible homes?

Worm juice for sale for a good cause

Arno Grueber from Cookease Project

We are selling worm juice, 1 bottle for $3; 2 for $5. The funds raised go towards a group of adults experiencing mental health challenges willing to support their local community. We are based in 103 Richardson Rd, Mt Albert, phone 027 285 1135, email: arno.grueber@emergeaotearoa.org.nz, pick up … View moreWe are selling worm juice, 1 bottle for $3; 2 for $5. The funds raised go towards a group of adults experiencing mental health challenges willing to support their local community. We are based in 103 Richardson Rd, Mt Albert, phone 027 285 1135, email: arno.grueber@emergeaotearoa.org.nz, pick up preferred, but could deliver to the neighbourhood.

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Old bikes wanted

Arno Grueber from Cookease Project

We are looking for old bikes you don't need anymore to raise funds for our charity to support hungry kids in schools. We are based in 103 Richardson Rd, Mt Albert, we are also happy to pick up bikes that you don't require anymore, phone: 847 9202

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Owha the leopard seal up to her old tricks after suspected gunshot wound

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Owha the leopard seal has been spotted playing in Westhaven Marina, back up to her old tricks after …

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NZ Breakers recruit Glen Rice Jr pleads not guilty to assault charge

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland Transport tows car despite it being parked according to the rules

Brad Flahive Reporter from Central Leader

A retired police officer has been battling Auckland Transport for a nearly a year after being issued…

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Celebrating 90 years

The Team from Auckland Museum

Imagine receiving this pamphlet in your letterbox. Would you be compelled to donate?

In 1923 this was sent out to Auckland's citizens, requesting help to raise the remaining £50,000 of the total £200,000 which was needed to build the new Auckland War Memorial Museum. It included a call … View moreImagine receiving this pamphlet in your letterbox. Would you be compelled to donate?

In 1923 this was sent out to Auckland's citizens, requesting help to raise the remaining £50,000 of the total £200,000 which was needed to build the new Auckland War Memorial Museum. It included a call to donate, initial drawings of the planned Museum and a list of early donors.

The people of Auckland came through and all the funds were raised! The new Auckland Museum was opened on 28 November 1929.

We’re celebrating 90 years of Auckland Museum in Auckland Domain. Read more about the origins of the building here. Learn more

Feed a family in need this Christmas

Christmas Box

Christmas is all about sharing time, gifts and good food with family and friends. Sadly, this isn’t always a reality for many Kiwis. Statistics show that one in five Kiwi children are living in households without access to enough (healthy) food.

You can make a difference. By donating a … View moreChristmas is all about sharing time, gifts and good food with family and friends. Sadly, this isn’t always a reality for many Kiwis. Statistics show that one in five Kiwi children are living in households without access to enough (healthy) food.

You can make a difference. By donating a Christmas Box, for only $30, you will contribute to feeding a family of four to six people for up to a week!

“Without Christmas Box, we would not be having Christmas. We can now have Christmas dinner and enough food to last for a while. You have brought joy to our family and smiles on our kids faces.” – Christmas Box recipient. Donate Today

FUN! FUN! FUN! - Workout with Bollywood music

Baptist from Avondale

Hi All,

Please join us to a fun filled exercise to Bollywood music at a fraction of the cost. See the attached Flyer

When: Every Saturday at 9 am for one hour
Where: New Lynn Community Center, 45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn,
Cost : $ 5 per session (casual) or $30 for 10 sessions

Please bring a … View moreHi All,

Please join us to a fun filled exercise to Bollywood music at a fraction of the cost. See the attached Flyer

When: Every Saturday at 9 am for one hour
Where: New Lynn Community Center, 45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn,
Cost : $ 5 per session (casual) or $30 for 10 sessions

Please bring a bottle of water and a towel

First session absolutely free. Please come and give us a try and I guarantee that you will want more of it. Bring along friends and family. Hope to see you there

If you need more information please contact any one of us on the flyer.

New Season is starting tomorrow. Hurry and join before the spots fill up

We have our sessions through out the year come rain come shine please see our attached schedule

Those who have attended our class in the past can you please post your comments/recommend us
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Will you take part in the Old4New lifejacket campaign?

Denise Piper Reporter from Central Leader

Coastguard is trading old lifejackets for a discount on a new one, with the Old4New van coming to Auckland Outboard Boating Club on Saturday November 30. Will you take part? Why or why not?