Point Chevalier, Auckland

'Ball of fire' seen travelling across Auckland and Bay of Plenty skies

Mandy Te Reporter from Central Leader

Three mayoral candidates one big topic - what next?

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

Hi Neighbours, Most of us know the frustrations of getting around Auckland - transport is one of the cities big challenges. So when three mayoral candidates face a transport forum you would think some big ideas would be floated. What do you think needs to be done. Read the story below.

(Please … View moreHi Neighbours, Most of us know the frustrations of getting around Auckland - transport is one of the cities big challenges. So when three mayoral candidates face a transport forum you would think some big ideas would be floated. What do you think needs to be done. Read the story below.

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Human rights lawyer Deborah Manning leads fight over Western Springs pines

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

A prominent human rights lawyer will face-off against Auckland Council this week over plans to cut d…

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Auckland's second gun buy-back event set for this weekend

Mandy Te Reporter from Central Leader

Another gun buy-back collection event is being planned in Auckland this weekend. The city's first b…

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'Seriously assaulted' man was actually injured in fall on Greys Avenue, central Auckland

Mandy Te Reporter from Central Leader

A man who was thought to have been the victim of a serious assault in central Auckland actually suff…

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Auckland racetrack fight heads to High Court

Steve Kilgallon Reporter from Central Leader

Coffee with a Cop -Thursday 25th July 10:00-12:00

Administration Office from Neighbourhood Support Auckland

Coffee with a Cop brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Community residents can sit down with officers and ask questions or share what’s on their mind. You are all Welcome come speak with Constable … View moreCoffee with a Cop brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Community residents can sit down with officers and ask questions or share what’s on their mind. You are all Welcome come speak with Constable Dyan Tahiwi at Neighbourhood Support Auckland office 869 New North Road, Mt Albert.
Thursday 25th July 10:00-12:00

'Sun God' believer who killed his mother appealing against conviction and sentence

John Weekes Reporter from Central Leader

Rough sleepers at makeshift camp outside Auckland library to be moved

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland's Ted the Uber dog dies after month-long illness

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours. Sad news - after more than 3500 trips, Ted the Uber dog has completed his last journey.

The 13-year-old bichon-poodle cross died on Monday morning after a month-long illness.

Ted was a firm favourite with Auckland Uber riders, earning his owner Peter Barrett a near-perfect … View moreKia ora neighbours. Sad news - after more than 3500 trips, Ted the Uber dog has completed his last journey.

The 13-year-old bichon-poodle cross died on Monday morning after a month-long illness.

Ted was a firm favourite with Auckland Uber riders, earning his owner Peter Barrett a near-perfect 4.93 star rating.

Barrett paid tribute to an "amazing little guy" whose death "leaves a gap".

Did you ever ride with Ted?

Gypsy Jazz Soirée at Alberton! Sunday 28 July.

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

This Sunday! Gypsy Jazz musicians Voxnova take over the historic ballroom at Alberton for a evening of swinging sounds inspired by a blend of vintage Romany, Manouche and Latin jazz. With a pop-up bar serving mulled wine and other treats & snacks! Don your best vintage gypsy garb to win the … View moreThis Sunday! Gypsy Jazz musicians Voxnova take over the historic ballroom at Alberton for a evening of swinging sounds inspired by a blend of vintage Romany, Manouche and Latin jazz. With a pop-up bar serving mulled wine and other treats & snacks! Don your best vintage gypsy garb to win the best dressed prize.

15 tickets left! If you are keen don't miss out! Contact Alberton at alberton@heritage.org.nz or 846 7367.

Sunday 28 July 5:30pm. Tickets: $30 adult, $26 student/senior. Tickets include house entry. Bar open from 4:30.

GREY LYNN CAR BOOT SALE COMING - SUNDAY 28th

Don from Westmere

GREY LYNN CAR BOOT SALE - SUNDAY 28th JULY RSC .. 8.30am -11.30am - set up after 7.00am.

Former prisoners speak out after 'nightmare' invasive searches at Auckland Region Women's jail

John Weekes Reporter from Central Leader

Storage Bin

Sushila from Avondale

Storage bins as good as new.

used for catering supplies like wine glasses, water glasses

4 bins in total

2 grey and 2 white

Price: $80

Kmart's list of 31 recalls

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The … View moreHi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The $55 timber Occasional Chair is the latest casualty, although this is a withdrawal rather than a recall. We don't know the reason for its withdrawal, except Kmart says it is for "a potential quality issue". But what other products have been found wanting?

To find out what else is on the recall list, click here