Point Chevalier, Auckland

Foodography 2019!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This year's foodography dinner, with a kiwi cuisine theme,included five inspired courses for participants to build and create in their own concepts and share on social before eating and enjoying their dish.

Click below to read more on our new blog post!

In pictures: Auckland storm damage

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Two nights of wild weather have wreaked havoc across Auckland, damaging luxury boats, ripping off ro…

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Good home needed for my beloved cat

Julie from Westmere

Hi All - I need to repost the following: I Have to move to an accessible home and I won’t be allowed to have him, Bo, there. He’s an 8 year old neutered tabby, very sweet and loving. He needs a home where someone is around, is great with children and he’ll eat nearly anything. Can someone … View moreHi All - I need to repost the following: I Have to move to an accessible home and I won’t be allowed to have him, Bo, there. He’s an 8 year old neutered tabby, very sweet and loving. He needs a home where someone is around, is great with children and he’ll eat nearly anything. Can someone please help? Please leave me a message and I’ll call you.

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'Extreme weather event' in Auckland causes significant damage to buildings, marinas and boats

Danielle Clent And Mandy Te Reporter from Central Leader

Local artist exhibiting this weekend

Tania from Point Chevalier

Local artist exhibiting with Titirangi Painters
17th and 18th August 2019

Rolls-Royce which is said to have transported the Queen being sold in Auckland

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

A vintage Rolls-Royce that the Queen is said to have travelled in is up for sale. The vehicle, whic…

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CANADA ON SALE

SKI Travel

Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes … View moreHi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes airfares on Air Canada, 7 nights accommodation, lift passes and transfers.

Special conditions apply. Find out more

John Palino withdraws from Auckland mayoral race

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

Backyard Banter: Finding your rental

Ashleigh Ogden Reporter from Central Leader

Opinion: After getting engaged, my partner and I decided to move out of our rental home where we liv…

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Free Firewood

Catherine from Waterview

Hi all,

I live in Waterview and I'm looking for free firewood. I'll take whatever you've got and can collect in a Subaru Forrester.

Many thanks,
Cat

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Recipe: Beef 'n' Bean Nachos - My Food Bag

My Food Bag Reporter from Central Leader

BEEF 'N' BEAN NACHOS Serves 4 Ready in 30 minutes Recipe courtesy of My Food Bag from its Bargain …

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Dog owners rejoice as Auckland Council votes to roll back beach ban

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours,
Auckland Council has voted unanimously to roll back restrictions on dogs from parks and beaches.
Are you happy it came to this decision?

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements that will affect the following motorways: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements that will affect the following motorways: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

Feast from the Earth

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Rye bread with pumpkin and sunflower seeds using Biga, a natural sourdough starter from Denmark with Fish Tartare, pickled beetroot, sorrel, brown butter prepared by Chef Finn and our students for NZ Sommelier Awards Dinner 2019.

Respected Māori stalwart who died in Onehunga flat was 'a very humble man'

John Weekes, Danielle Clent And Mandy Te Reporter from Central Leader