Royal Oak, Auckland

571 days ago

Spring painting season, booking now

Alta Painters Interiors from Alta Painters

We are a trusted team of professional house painters in Auckland. We specialise in residential and commercial painting services, providing efficient, reliable, and impeccable results. We offer the best value with no hidden costs. If you are planning to renovate the look of your house, we got you … View moreWe are a trusted team of professional house painters in Auckland. We specialise in residential and commercial painting services, providing efficient, reliable, and impeccable results. We offer the best value with no hidden costs. If you are planning to renovate the look of your house, we got you covered. Please get in touch for a free quote, we guarantee you’ll make the right choice.

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572 days ago

Volunteers Needed

Claire from Mount Roskill

Amitabha Hospice needs more volunteers to support people in the Auckland community. If you have some spare time and would like to make a difference to someone in your area please consider volunteering with Amitabha Hospice. For more information please visit www.amitabhahospice.org...

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572 days ago

Auckland trains suspended

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland's train network is down and no trains are currently operating. Warnings are in place due to possible toxic smoke after a recent fire.

What you need to know:
- A large fire which broke out in the Auckland suburb of Favona overnight has been contained.
- Fire is causing a large … View more
Auckland's train network is down and no trains are currently operating. Warnings are in place due to possible toxic smoke after a recent fire.

What you need to know:
- A large fire which broke out in the Auckland suburb of Favona overnight has been contained.
- Fire is causing a large plume of toxic smoke and South Auckland residents were advised to close all windows and doors and wear a mask as a precaution. The wind has now changed and Greenlane, Ellerslie, Mt Wellington and Penrose are also affected.
- King's College in Ōtāhuhu is closed today due to the smoke.
- Auckland’s train network is completely down with KiwiRail asked to evacuate its control centre.

You can keep up to date with the status of the trains on the Auckland Transport website.

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572 days ago

Who’s the best employer to work for? NZ’s top 20 organisations revealed

Brian from Mount Roskill

The top 20:
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Air New Zealand
New Zealand Customs Service (Customs)
Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE)
Department of Conservation
WSP
Super Retail Group
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The top 20:
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Air New Zealand
New Zealand Customs Service (Customs)
Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE)
Department of Conservation
WSP
Super Retail Group
ANZ
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Statistics New Zealand
Ara Institute
Deloitte
Green Cross Health
ASB
Ministry of Health
Oji Fibre Solutions
Coca-Cola Amatil
Victoria University of Wellington
IBM
The University of Auckland
St John New Zealand
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573 days ago

Win a Signed Copy of KING OF WRATH by Ana Huang!

Frances from Chapter Book and Tea Shop

📚❤️ Thanks to our friends at Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand, we have one signed copy of KING OF WRATH (Kings of Sin Series #1) by Ana Huang to giveaway on our Facebook page and one signed copy to giveaway on our Instagram page.

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📚❤️ Thanks to our friends at Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand, we have one signed copy of KING OF WRATH (Kings of Sin Series #1) by Ana Huang to giveaway on our Facebook page and one signed copy to giveaway on our Instagram page.

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Ana is a New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author and BookTok sensation best known for her Twisted series.

Please visit our Facebook page and our Instagram page for the giveaway details.

#ChapterBookandTeaShop #Books #Bookshop #RomanceBookshop #RomanceFictionSpecialist #AnaHuang #KingOfWrath #KingsOfSinSeries #Giveaway #HachetteAotearoaNewZealand

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574 days ago

1 of 100 Skin-Hydrating Sets Up For Grabs With NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener

We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and … View more
We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and Baptise H2O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel (RRP $52), the perfect combo to use on your skin after a good day out in the garden.
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574 days ago

Maintaining your heat pump for a healthy winter home 🌱

Larrie Newman from Clear Protect Group

As the weather gets colder, many of us rely on heat pumps to keep our homes warm and comfortable. However, they can pose a potential health hazard if they are not maintained properly, as they can become a breeding ground for mould, bacteria, and other germs.

🌱🌱 Check out our post on how to… View more
As the weather gets colder, many of us rely on heat pumps to keep our homes warm and comfortable. However, they can pose a potential health hazard if they are not maintained properly, as they can become a breeding ground for mould, bacteria, and other germs.

🌱🌱 Check out our post on how to maintain your heat pump for a healthy winter home by clicking the "Read More" button below 🌱🌱

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574 days ago

Hot! Hot! Hot! 🔥🔥🔥

Star from Onehunga

From 9am we’ve got some Hot Buy sales taking place in our Onehunga store!
Women’s Robes $25, Trackies $15 and Full figure lace bra’s only $12!
Kids Beanies & Gloves, buy one get the 2nd half price.
Mens chino’s now only $20. Women’s merino tops $29, and baby merinos 20% off! Now … View more
From 9am we’ve got some Hot Buy sales taking place in our Onehunga store!
Women’s Robes $25, Trackies $15 and Full figure lace bra’s only $12!
Kids Beanies & Gloves, buy one get the 2nd half price.
Mens chino’s now only $20. Women’s merino tops $29, and baby merinos 20% off! Now that’s a sale!
Come today at 198 Onehunga Mall Road and take advantage!

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575 days ago

Rosemary Clippings

Mubashir Neighbourly Lead from Mount Roskill

I have some rosemary clippings if someone wants to use it. Can be rubbed as is or dried and stored or powdered and used as dressings.

Great herb. Can put it in water and rinse your hair too 😁 or drink it too after boiling.

585 days ago

Climate leaders become beneficiaries as budget cuts axe community funding

Mildred Armah Reporter from Central Leader

A climate change educator is wondering where the next generation of climate leaders will come from if sweeping Auckland Council budget cuts are passed.

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown is seeking to plug a $375 million shortfall in Auckland Council’s budget. His proposal includes a $20m cut to a … View more
A climate change educator is wondering where the next generation of climate leaders will come from if sweeping Auckland Council budget cuts are passed.

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown is seeking to plug a $375 million shortfall in Auckland Council’s budget. His proposal includes a $20m cut to a wide range of community, and arts funding.

This includes reducing local board operating funding by $16m – 5% of the total budget local boards oversee.

576 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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576 days ago

65-year-old living in cabin faces five month wait for flood-hit home repairs

Mildred Armah Reporter from Central Leader

Four months on from the Auckland Anniversary floods, the Beggs family are still waiting for repairs to begin on their home, in the meantime they are living in small cabins on the property.

Catherine Beggs​​ and her family were forced to swim to safety in waist-deep water on the night of … View more
Four months on from the Auckland Anniversary floods, the Beggs family are still waiting for repairs to begin on their home, in the meantime they are living in small cabins on the property.

Catherine Beggs​​ and her family were forced to swim to safety in waist-deep water on the night of January 27.

They returned home the following day to find they had lost all their belongings in the deluge - including their recently-renovated home in Mt Roskill.

577 days ago

Stay Fit with Postie Plus

Star from Onehunga

Don’t let the weather put you off!
Keep warm and stay fit with our Activewear.
Mix-n-match to blend colours and add a comfy fit-for-purpose jacket. Pair it up with leggings, skins or trackies. The choice really is yours!
Layer up with our thermals if you’d like that extra snug!
Why? Because … View more
Don’t let the weather put you off!
Keep warm and stay fit with our Activewear.
Mix-n-match to blend colours and add a comfy fit-for-purpose jacket. Pair it up with leggings, skins or trackies. The choice really is yours!
Layer up with our thermals if you’d like that extra snug!
Why? Because you can!
Check us out @198 Onehunga Mall Road, Onehunga.
Afterpay & Laybuy options available.

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577 days ago

Your alfresco space transformed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Onehunga

Use some Resene paint and a little imagination to revamp your outdoor room.

Follow this handy advice to get started.

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582 days ago

Poll: Should we have a four-day work week?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your… View moreIn 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your vote and share any thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should we have a four-day work week?
  • 67.9% Yes, I support a four-day working week.
    67.9% Complete
  • 21.1% No, a five-day working week is needed.
    21.1% Complete
  • 11% I'd need more information
    11% Complete
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