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492 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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493 days ago

PIMKIE FAKE LEATHER JACKET SIZE SMALL

Helen from Totara Vale

Worn once. Fabulous condition. Really thick material, lining, warm and cosy. Cute baby blue. Waist length. Very stylish with jeans. $25. Call/text me if you're interested. Cheers😁 Helen

Price: $25

493 days ago

Sweet little Timmy ( TimTam) ** adopted**

Monique from Albany

This gorgeous little boy is looking for his forever home. Timmy and his litter were found dumped in a box on the beach at 2 weeks of age. Thanks to a member of the public, Keysar and Saving Hope Foundation, they’ve been rescued and nurtured. Timmy is currently fostered in Albany. His approximate … View moreThis gorgeous little boy is looking for his forever home. Timmy and his litter were found dumped in a box on the beach at 2 weeks of age. Thanks to a member of the public, Keysar and Saving Hope Foundation, they’ve been rescued and nurtured. Timmy is currently fostered in Albany. His approximate dob is 11.04.23 and parentage unknown. He’s an active and inquisitive little boy and very smart. He already comes when called and sits. He is learning his toilet manners. Timmy has a really keen nose and absolutely rocks his eyebrows! If you have a suitable home you can open to Timmy you’ll be one of a list of angels that have ensured this little boy gets a healthy, fun and loving life. All enquires via the Saving Hope Foundation website ( sorry, unable to post the link). Adoption fee applies.

494 days ago

LICENSED BUILDER HERE👇👇

Anne from Albany

Hello Neighbours

If anyone needs a Builder or a Handyman, you can contact Carl of Bayview Builders. He’s our local builder with more than 20 years of experience in Building Industry.

You can check his Facebook Page

www.facebook.com...

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494 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
Find out more

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494 days ago

House cleaner wanted in Paremoremo - all tools/products provided

Sarah from Paremoremo

Kia ora neighbours, I’m looking for someone to do a two-hour house clean on Friday mornings or early afternoons, at a small house in Paremoremo. All gear and products provided. If you’re interested please message me directly with info about your rates.

495 days ago

Bright Spots is extended!

Resene

We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or … View more
We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or two of a Bright Spot and sharing it here. There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter now

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497 days ago

Comprehensive Guide to Self Storage 2023

Alan Storage from Kiwi Self Storage - North Shore

www.kiwiselfstorage.co.nz...

This comprehensive self storage guide aims to cover all possible aspects self storage. At Kiwi Self Storage we believe in making life easy. Whether you need a lot of storage or just a small amount, for a month or a decade, we can help you. As with many businesses, … View more
www.kiwiselfstorage.co.nz...

This comprehensive self storage guide aims to cover all possible aspects self storage. At Kiwi Self Storage we believe in making life easy. Whether you need a lot of storage or just a small amount, for a month or a decade, we can help you. As with many businesses, we have adjusted some of our processes over the last year, and have seen changes in who is using our facilities. For this reason we have created a 2023 update of our Self Storage Guide.

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497 days ago

Warm welcomes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Albany

Create a dramatic entrance using a red door in your favourite Resene red.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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497 days ago

Need a recommendation for a cleaner please

Anahi Neighbourly Lead from Unsworth Heights

Hi, in need of a cleaner, if someone has a recommendation, it would be be great. Thanks!

501 days ago

Poll: Should salaries be public?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below … View more
A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment 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 salaries be public?
  • 51.9% Yes, it would be fairer
    51.9% Complete
  • 38% No, it should be private
    38% Complete
  • 10.2% I don't know - I'd need more information
    10.2% Complete
1712 votes
498 days ago

Win this brand new Wānaka home!

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort, plus incredible lake and mountain views!

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.
Buy tickets

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498 days ago

Murrays Bay Intermediate Home Zone - Lavery Place and other streets added to list!!!

Aaron from Sunnynook

For anyone thinking of enrolling their child at Murrays Bay Intermediate, an update to the description of the Home Zone has been made here:
www.educationcounts.govt.nz...
(click on Written description of enrolment zone)

This update is not yet shown on the Murrays Bay Intermediate website.

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For anyone thinking of enrolling their child at Murrays Bay Intermediate, an update to the description of the Home Zone has been made here:
www.educationcounts.govt.nz...
(click on Written description of enrolment zone)

This update is not yet shown on the Murrays Bay Intermediate website.

Main update I noticed: Lavery place and adjoining streets have been added to the list.
A few other newly developed streets have also been added.

This update has apparently been made in response to an Official Information Act request. See the OIA documents here (dated 14 April 2023):
assets.education.govt.nz...

assets.education.govt.nz...

In summary, here are the "new" streets I can see in the list that aren't on the school's website at the moment (after some filtering for spelling errors):

ALBANY HIGHWAY (Odd numbers 173 - 183 only)
BELGRAVE LANE
BROMPTON DRIVE
CADDEAN LANE
CHESHAM LANE
CHESTER LANE
CROMWELL LANE
DELAMARE COURT
DRAYCOTT LANE
DREAVER WAY
ELLIOTTS WAY
FALSTONE LANE
KINGS LANE
LAVERY PLACE
LENNOX LANE
MANDICA PLACE
MILENIO CRESCENT
PIPI PLACE
REGENCY LANE (106 - 117 only)
REGENCY PLACE
SLOANE LANE
STONELEIGH COURT
TAPATAI PLACE
TEED LANE
THE BAYS RISE
WATERFORD LANE
WHAKATA LANE
WILLIAM PICKERING DRIVE (1 - 2 only)

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498 days ago

Fabulous Greenhithe Old School Hall Kids Acting/Singing/Dancing Holiday Workshop

Jodie from Greenhithe

Hi neighbours - I'm a local professional Actor/Singer/Dancer and been involved in the industry for 30 years. I've run Kids Performance Workshops all over NZ and this time I'm doing one on my home turf! If you have any aspiring dancer/singer/actor kids between 6 - 12 years of age … View moreHi neighbours - I'm a local professional Actor/Singer/Dancer and been involved in the industry for 30 years. I've run Kids Performance Workshops all over NZ and this time I'm doing one on my home turf! If you have any aspiring dancer/singer/actor kids between 6 - 12 years of age who want to have some fun in the holidays - check out my flyer..
I work on giving them confidence to be on stage, vocal energy, character choices, movement intention and most importantly a whole heap of fun! They always have a ball!
Contact jodie.dorday@gmail.com or 021 231 6617

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499 days ago

Cash for your wrecked and water damaged car!

AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on **0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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