Somerville, Auckland

1351 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car. Support your local business

Universal Auto Parts

Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.

Maintaining a safe distance, single man towing, washing hands regularly in the yard, sanitizer in the towing … View more
Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.

Maintaining a safe distance, single man towing, washing hands regularly in the yard, sanitizer in the towing truck, mask and gloves on at all times.

Universal Auto Parts are offering the best rates in the market to pick up the old cars for the next one month due to COVID19 situation.

Support your local buyer. Instant cash. Best rates guaranteed for your unwanted cars and free removal of cars.

Instant Cash for your wrecked car

For best quotes. Call us 0800 500 001.
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1351 days ago

Make your space at Nido!

Nido

You’ll find everything you need for your home at Nido, from furniture to homewares and more. New stock arrives weekly and our Christmas range has just landed! Our design team and stylists have created gifting guides and decorations to inspire you for the season. We’re open 7 days a week, from … View moreYou’ll find everything you need for your home at Nido, from furniture to homewares and more. New stock arrives weekly and our Christmas range has just landed! Our design team and stylists have created gifting guides and decorations to inspire you for the season. We’re open 7 days a week, from 9am-6pm, open until 9pm on Thursday.

There’s plenty of parking and our in-store café- we look forward to seeing you soon!
Visit us online

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1351 days ago

Missing your pet rabbit ? Chapel road / Stellamaris Way.

Marie from Howick

There has been a white rabbit roaming along Chapel Road, corner of Chapel road and Stellamaris Way to be exact.
I spoke to a lovely lady that lives on the corner she said that the rabbit does not belong to her, but comes and goes to her property often, she also said it sometimes appears with a … View more
There has been a white rabbit roaming along Chapel Road, corner of Chapel road and Stellamaris Way to be exact.
I spoke to a lovely lady that lives on the corner she said that the rabbit does not belong to her, but comes and goes to her property often, she also said it sometimes appears with a brown rabbit but she hasn’t seen that 1 lately.
Just want to make sure they don’t get hurt as it is a very busy road.
If you live near by and are missing your pet bunnies might pay to have a look 👀.

1351 days ago

Level 5 Bistro Menu Cook

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Level 5 Diploma students planned, developed and designed a menu of contemporary bistro dishes that could be served in an Auckland restaurant. In this assessment, they prepared served two entrees and two mains and one dessert to two of their guests.
We had some exciting dishes like Korean … View more
Our Level 5 Diploma students planned, developed and designed a menu of contemporary bistro dishes that could be served in an Auckland restaurant. In this assessment, they prepared served two entrees and two mains and one dessert to two of their guests.
We had some exciting dishes like Korean fried chicken, Pumpkin soup, Smoky Pork ribs and more...

1351 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Dance Yourself Happy - exercise in disguise.
Tonight. 8:00pm - 9:00pm
All Saints' Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick
FREE ENTRY
We dim the lights, pump up the volume, and dance for 60 minutes.
Our music guru Mari Pettersson adds songs, both old and new, but she's also shaken up … View more
Dance Yourself Happy - exercise in disguise.
Tonight. 8:00pm - 9:00pm
All Saints' Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick
FREE ENTRY
We dim the lights, pump up the volume, and dance for 60 minutes.
Our music guru Mari Pettersson adds songs, both old and new, but she's also shaken up the entire list to reflect our evolving taste as well as the durability of some songs over others.

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1352 days ago

Shop local is the new black

KW Partners

Hi Neighbours,

We've got a Black Friday Sale coming up and there are prices too low to say no to!

Up to 60% off Beds, up to 40% off lounge suites, up to 50% off pillows and mattress and up to 50% small appliances.
- Offers like Samsung 10kg top loader $997
- Double Beds from $699
- … View more
Hi Neighbours,

We've got a Black Friday Sale coming up and there are prices too low to say no to!

Up to 60% off Beds, up to 40% off lounge suites, up to 50% off pillows and mattress and up to 50% small appliances.
- Offers like Samsung 10kg top loader $997
- Double Beds from $699
- 32” Panasonic Smart Tv $394
- Sunbeam Barista Coffee Machine $219

Black Friday Sale on 27th Nov from 8am - 8pm at 43 Queen Street, Waiuku

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1352 days ago

Need a Bathroom Makeover?

The Team from The Building Guys

Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows … View more
Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

Call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.

Be safe!
Book online

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1352 days ago

Meet the Team

Kaitlin Bell from Harcourts Milestone

At Harcourts Milestone we’re passionate about property, and we’ve seen it all, so we believe it's time for a revolution in Real Estate.

It’s time to create a new kind of real estate business; A standing reproach to the current way of doing things, and a return to the professionalism you… View more
At Harcourts Milestone we’re passionate about property, and we’ve seen it all, so we believe it's time for a revolution in Real Estate.

It’s time to create a new kind of real estate business; A standing reproach to the current way of doing things, and a return to the professionalism you find in professional industries, where the role of an adviser is to give true guidance, not just make a commission. 💯

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1352 days ago

Manukau East Shopping Shuttle

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

MECOSS provides a low-cost, door-to-door transport service to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza for people living in Auckland's, Manukau East who're restricted in their ability to access shopping centres.
$10 includes morning pick-up, 2 hours of shopping, a free cup of coffee or tea … View more
MECOSS provides a low-cost, door-to-door transport service to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza for people living in Auckland's, Manukau East who're restricted in their ability to access shopping centres.
$10 includes morning pick-up, 2 hours of shopping, a free cup of coffee or tea and a chat before returned home early afternoon.
For no extra cost book a 'Companion Shopper' or 'Mobility Equipment' if assistance is needed.
To book please call 0800 632 677

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1353 days ago

We Say, You Say: Supermarket Prices

Neighbourly.co.nz

The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated … View more
The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated $2.5 million dollars. Labour promised an investigation into food prices on the election campaign and if unfair practices are found when the Commission's report is released in late 2021, necessary changes will be made.

Do you notice price differences between supermarket chains?

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of your community paper.

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1353 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords maths and English tuition.

NumberWorks'nWords Howick & Pakuranga

NumberWorks'nWords can help by identifying gaps, explaining your child’s learning style, and providing you with recommendations.

Get in touch to learn how tutoring with NumberWorks'nWords can help your child

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1354 days ago

Don't wait for 2021. Apply now.

Manukau Institute of Technology

Ready to take your career to the next level?

The workplace is always changing and new skills will be needed now and in the future.

If you are looking for an opportunity to learn something new and advance your career – upskill with an MIT qualification and be in demand with the skills … View more
Ready to take your career to the next level?

The workplace is always changing and new skills will be needed now and in the future.

If you are looking for an opportunity to learn something new and advance your career – upskill with an MIT qualification and be in demand with the skills employers need.

Due to high demand, we recommend you apply early for 2021.
Learn more

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1374 days ago

Poll: Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the … View more
It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the Occupy protest, the Rugby World Cup opening night transport debacle, a battle with central government over funding the inner-city rail loop, and a contest of wills over delegating powers to local boards and council-controlled organisations.

Auckland's inaugural super mayor Len Brown hailed it a success.

"Generally 2011 has been a good first year for the council, " Brown said in 2012.

"We've brought the region together... At the same time we have driven $81 million in efficiencies and reduced the inherited 9.3 per cent rates increase down to 3.9 per cent."

The boundaries of the new super city were unveiled in 2010.

Super city Auckland was divided into 13 wards with 21 local boards.

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Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?
  • 7.1% Yes
    7.1% Complete
  • 92.9% No
    92.9% Complete
1491 votes
1354 days ago

Fraud Awareness Week

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID… View more
This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID A SCAM:

+ A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.

+ Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.

+ Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.

+ Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

+ Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.

+ Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam you can contact Police and report the matter via 105.

For more info on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed, visit:

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1354 days ago

Police pay tribute to fallen officer Matt Ratana

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.

Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each… View more
Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.

Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each other in the inaugural game for the Sgt Matt Matiu Ratana Memorial trophy.

Ratana, 54, worked for both districts while policing in New Zealand.

Ratana, 54, who was originally from Hawke's Bay, was shot dead in a South London custody centre on September 25, allegedly by a man who had been detained, while working for Metropolitan Police.

The trophy was funded by former New Zealand Police colleagues and acknowledges Ratana's rank of sergeant in the Metropolitan Police Service.

It bears a huia feather - the police tradition to honour fallen officers.

Also attached to the trophy are blue and white ribbons showing the colours of Auckland and of Ratana's beloved East Grinstead Rugby Football Club.

The commemorative game will become an annual event for police rugby in Auckland and Counties Manukau.

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