Ponsonby, Auckland

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1386 days ago

Ponsonby Park - Budget submission process

Jennifer from Ponsonby

If you've never made a submission to a Council consultation before, then now's good! It will only take a minute!
Please make a submission to help reinvigorate Ponsonby, to be part of the democratic process, and to show that you're involved in your local community! A Trifecta of … View more
If you've never made a submission to a Council consultation before, then now's good! It will only take a minute!
Please make a submission to help reinvigorate Ponsonby, to be part of the democratic process, and to show that you're involved in your local community! A Trifecta of achievement 💚
Copy and paste the link below:

akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

And if you want the short version, then go straight to Question 6 to say that you: "Support Ponsonby Park, the new civic space at 254 Ponsonby Road, and it's time to create a beautiful and welcoming community space now."
Along with the other areas of concern that you may want to support.
Thank you 🙏🏻 🙂

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1386 days ago

The Good Registry

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Ngā mihi nui to everyone who has gifted to us through The Good Registry! We’ve now received $4,800 thanks to people gifting with The Good Registry’s charitable registries and gift cards.

You can gift to us through The Good Registry any time of the year - for birthdays, weddings, Christmas, … View more
Ngā mihi nui to everyone who has gifted to us through The Good Registry! We’ve now received $4,800 thanks to people gifting with The Good Registry’s charitable registries and gift cards.

You can gift to us through The Good Registry any time of the year - for birthdays, weddings, Christmas, workplace celebrations, baby showers, in-memoriams … any special life moments and milestones.

It’s super easy with gift cards and registries, just click on the link below!

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1386 days ago

Hidden Treasures! 🎁

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Our new fundraising initiative is asking you to help us, help young Kiwi's across Aotearoa by having a hunt and letting us upcycle your hidden Treasures.

Find out more about Hidden treasures through the link below!

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1399 days ago

Empty Spaces

Andrea from Morningside

To all parents and family who have farewelled their child/children out of home and off to University. A BIG hug.
Our daughter has left home to pursue her studies in Wellington and the piece of me that left with her, aches.
This message is of support, for those of us who have raised our children … View more
To all parents and family who have farewelled their child/children out of home and off to University. A BIG hug.
Our daughter has left home to pursue her studies in Wellington and the piece of me that left with her, aches.
This message is of support, for those of us who have raised our children and now have a space where there was their person.
To be happy for them is the essence of being.

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1386 days ago

Annual Budget Focus: Local Board decision making

The Team from Auckland Council

As part of our Annual Budget 2022/2023 we are proposing to give local boards greater responsibility for making decisions on local services to ensure they meet the needs of our communities.
This backgrounder (click on 'Read More') explains what’s proposed and we are keen to get your … View more
As part of our Annual Budget 2022/2023 we are proposing to give local boards greater responsibility for making decisions on local services to ensure they meet the needs of our communities.
This backgrounder (click on 'Read More') explains what’s proposed and we are keen to get your views.
The budget consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 28 March 2022.
Find out more information and Have Your Say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023 here: bit.ly...

#AKHaveYourSay

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1414 days ago

Neighbours training together!

Sarah Moore from Froot Camp

Massive welcome to all our newbies! It’s been awesome to have so many new peeps join us thanks to our Neighbourly push. If you’re keen to get fit for FREE (no catches, promise), just rock up to the Domain. Tuesday and Thursday 6-7pm, Saturday 9am. We meet at the back of the Museum … View moreMassive welcome to all our newbies! It’s been awesome to have so many new peeps join us thanks to our Neighbourly push. If you’re keen to get fit for FREE (no catches, promise), just rock up to the Domain. Tuesday and Thursday 6-7pm, Saturday 9am. We meet at the back of the Museum 👊🏼👊🏼

1387 days ago

Fabric: Upholstery samples and scraps

Joel from Grey Lynn

Got a sewing project? Heaps of fabric at 6A Baildon Rd. Come and help yourself, but please be tidy.

Free

1387 days ago

Women in Wine: Celia Hay on making the most of lockdown

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Celia Hay, featured in the recent issue of the New Zealand Wine Growers Magazine with the Women in Wine Series.
Joelle Thomson writes about the Christchurch earthquake that forced Celia Hay to move to Auckland. After 10 years in the north 2021 was another challenging year. During the long … View more
Celia Hay, featured in the recent issue of the New Zealand Wine Growers Magazine with the Women in Wine Series.
Joelle Thomson writes about the Christchurch earthquake that forced Celia Hay to move to Auckland. After 10 years in the north 2021 was another challenging year. During the long uncertain months of tighter restrictions, Celia was working on a series of NZQA Micro-credentials (short part-time courses).

1387 days ago

International Women's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Grey Lynn

While any day makes for a great opportunity to celebrate the women in your life, International Women’s Day gives you one more reason to do exactly that. International Women’s Day is on March 8th, and is a global day that recognises the incredible achievements of women, raises awareness, and … View moreWhile any day makes for a great opportunity to celebrate the women in your life, International Women’s Day gives you one more reason to do exactly that. International Women’s Day is on March 8th, and is a global day that recognises the incredible achievements of women, raises awareness, and encourages others to advocate for gender equality.

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1388 days ago

Restore your curtains and blinds with a professional clean

Textile Cleaning

Mildew and mould spores have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family’s health and have your curtains cleaned by the experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning.

We know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould spores that leave your curtains and blinds looking less… View more
Mildew and mould spores have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family’s health and have your curtains cleaned by the experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning.

We know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould spores that leave your curtains and blinds looking less than their best. Because your window furnishings are valuable, and must be carefully maintained, you can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes and blinds.

We are specialists in mildew and stain removal from curtains and blinds (Roman & Austrian blinds included).

Phone Textile Cleaning Services at (09) 473-5350 to arrange a free quote. Visit us at 5A Kaimahi Rd, Wairau Valley or go to www.textilecleaning.co.nz
Find out more

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1388 days ago

High School Cooking

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Wrapping up this week with students from Green Bay High school and St. Dominic's College as a part of their Cookery program in school. This week they have learned essential knife skills, traditional vegetable cuts, and Minestrone soup.

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1389 days ago
1389 days ago

Queen INTEX air bed $20 Pick up Morningside

Helena from Morningside

Only used for one weekend (before our 1st lockdown)
Pick up is Morningside Drive 021-905990

Price: $20

1392 days ago

Will everyone catch Covid in the current wave?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive … View more
For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive 'Explained' straight to your inbox, here.

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1389 days ago

Large Monstera Deliciosa in Trendy White Planter

Helena from Morningside

This Monstera Deliciosa had been in its pot for over 3 years and is doing really well.
It has been sitting outside on my deck for years so is vey hardy.

5 big leaves, 100 high x 110 wide in large white plastic pot

Pick up is Morningside Drive

Price: $65

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