Point Chevalier, Auckland

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What's happening in your neighbourhood?

Seen anything your neighbours should be aware of? Let them know! 

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2338 days ago

Cot mattress

Jenny from Herne Bay

I have a cot mattress that measures 130 x 68 free in excellent condition

Free

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2338 days ago

What does it cost to stay warm at home?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And … View more
If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And while it's no shock that firing up a 2Kw electric heater doesn't come cheap, the price of a warm bed for a toasty night's sleep might surprise you. Check out the full rundown, including electric blankets, hot showers, heated towel rails and more, here.

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2338 days ago

Organic gardening session at Grey Lynn Farmers' Market - Sunday 18 August, 10am

Jess from Westmere

A great session here for anyone planning to start an organic veggie garden this Spring.

Rob Velseboer is the man behind the Grey Lynn Farmers' Market's popular organic seedling and veggie stand.

Rob will be sharing his top tips for planting an organic vegetable garden for spring … View more
A great session here for anyone planning to start an organic veggie garden this Spring.

Rob Velseboer is the man behind the Grey Lynn Farmers' Market's popular organic seedling and veggie stand.

Rob will be sharing his top tips for planting an organic vegetable garden for spring and summer, and what’s best to plant when.

Find out more about Rob here: organicediblegarden.co.nz

This talk is $5 or free for FOTM (Friends Of The Market)

Spring Vegetable Gardening Flyer.pdf Download View

2338 days ago

Homes available for TV Commercials etc.

Sam from Point Chevalier

Calling all home/business/batch owners who have a fab kitchen, lounge, garden or whole house! We have a shoot location category on our website sharedspace.co.nz - list your place (freebie) and see what types of bookings you can get - a lady I sit next to listed her house and booked a documentary … View moreCalling all home/business/batch owners who have a fab kitchen, lounge, garden or whole house! We have a shoot location category on our website sharedspace.co.nz - list your place (freebie) and see what types of bookings you can get - a lady I sit next to listed her house and booked a documentary (With a famous athlete) to be filmed there and charged $1300 for the day! Score!

People flick you an email with what they are looking for, you can then decide if you want to have them in your home. You can get enquiries for a photo shoot, a TV commercial, documentary and filming. Apologies for the spammy post - but if I had a nice place i'd definitly be taking advantage!!

Hit me up if you want more details - or tag in someone with something pretty/quirky/original going on in their home, business, batch or garden!!
You can check out the category itself here: www.sharedspace.co.nz...

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2339 days ago

When was the last time you wrote a letter by hand?

The Team from Auckland Museum

Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited … View more
Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited paper available the technique of 'crossed letters' was adopted.

The writer would turn the page ninety degrees after finishing a page and add a second layer of text.

Read more about this fascinating writing form here.
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2339 days ago

Bed and mattress for sale

Alex from Avondale

Double bed with mattress, not used, very clean and good condition. Making some space in small house

Price: $105

2339 days ago
2339 days ago

Solid dark timber chest drawers

Renai from Morningside

Hi, We are making way for new baby arrival this week and selling a few items.
Boori Chest Drawers in dark colour. Very solid and great quality that will last many many more year Purchased in Sydney, Australia 8 years ago for $799 Aus.
Feel free to check out Boori Website for more information … View more
Hi, We are making way for new baby arrival this week and selling a few items.
Boori Chest Drawers in dark colour. Very solid and great quality that will last many many more year Purchased in Sydney, Australia 8 years ago for $799 Aus.
Feel free to check out Boori Website for more information on the quality. www.boori.com...
A little bit of wear and tear as it used to have a kids change table tray on top with frame. Scratching in photos.
Someone could do it up if they wanted
Would like picked up this week or weekend if possible.
For sale $100 ONO

Price: $100

2339 days ago

What's on: Transform your life - Saturday 10 August - Westmere

Brian from Westmere

Lift your spirit with the joy of a beautiful day, with the sound of leaves rustling along a forest path, with the fragrance of flowers on a gentle breeze... Sounds, sights, smells, colours, objects, memories, positive feelings, and wishes...

Refresh and transform your life.

The time is ripe for … View more
Lift your spirit with the joy of a beautiful day, with the sound of leaves rustling along a forest path, with the fragrance of flowers on a gentle breeze... Sounds, sights, smells, colours, objects, memories, positive feelings, and wishes...

Refresh and transform your life.

The time is ripe for the changes you need to create your new story.

Attune to what has heart and meaning, and become more available to your innate wisdom, the part of yourself that helps you steer your way in life.

This workshop will focus on energising all levels of experience, allow you to see the habit patterns and the self-images connected to your every day lives and how to shift from indirect to direct experience (from the head to the heart).

Join to experience how group energy catalyses shifts in your individual energy.

A workshop of connecting and sharing you will remember.

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Limited spaces to allow individual focus.

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6.5 hours for your growth and development.
There will be mindful movement and yoga practices, meditations and sound journey.
Time for journaling and conversations.
If the weather allows it, we'll spend time connecting in nature.

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Plant-based lunch, organic tea and nibbles included.

Just bring yourself, a water bottle, comfy and warm clothes, and mat & blanket for your comfort.

Register here: www.facebook.com... or www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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