Somerville, Auckland

Time to tidy that garage?

Time to tidy that garage?

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1473 days ago

One Kiwi's trash is another's free furniture

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours,
From turning the roof of an old church into a lush backyard gazebo to making 50-year-old furniture look brand new with some white paint to turning actual rubbish into a toddler’s toy set, lots of Kiwis are upcycling.

If you have an project that you'd like to show off – … View more
Hi neighbours,
From turning the roof of an old church into a lush backyard gazebo to making 50-year-old furniture look brand new with some white paint to turning actual rubbish into a toddler’s toy set, lots of Kiwis are upcycling.

If you have an project that you'd like to show off – whether you’ve given something a fresh coat of paint or entirely changed its use – enter it into Resene's Upcycling Awards on Neighbourly here. Entries close at midnight on August 2, 2020. Four great prizes worth $500 are up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy card.

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1474 days ago

New Zealand's most magical flight is half price

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Our reporter Brook Sabin reckons this is one trip every Kiwi should try to do in their lifetime. Read more on the link below. Would you do it?

1473 days ago

Almost full 3kg bag of dry dog food

Mayur from Howick

Hey guys, so I bought this for my pup after reading a study involving dogs in NZ and they gave a big thumbs up to this Pams Dog Kibble Meaty Beef Flavour Biscuits. www.paknsaveonline.co.nz...

I have a 3kg bag of this kibble that my pup refused to eat. I took only 2.5 cups out of the bag, the bag … View more
Hey guys, so I bought this for my pup after reading a study involving dogs in NZ and they gave a big thumbs up to this Pams Dog Kibble Meaty Beef Flavour Biscuits. www.paknsaveonline.co.nz...

I have a 3kg bag of this kibble that my pup refused to eat. I took only 2.5 cups out of the bag, the bag is otherwise full. Bought this weekend.

I also have a few of My dog meaty loaves for 50 cents each if interested. www.paknsaveonline.co.nz...

Price: $5

1473 days ago

High Tea at Historical Bell House

Howick Historical Village

Treat yourself and your friends to a high tea in the picturesque historic Bell House. Join us at our pop up ‘Meet the Villagers’ Day and enjoy High Tea at either the morning or afternoon session.
Tea service is either from 10.45am – 12pm or the afternoon sitting from 1.30pm – 2.45pm

A … View more
Treat yourself and your friends to a high tea in the picturesque historic Bell House. Join us at our pop up ‘Meet the Villagers’ Day and enjoy High Tea at either the morning or afternoon session.
Tea service is either from 10.45am – 12pm or the afternoon sitting from 1.30pm – 2.45pm

A specially selected menu from Howick local, Catering by Debbie, provides you with a selection of delectable hot and cold treats plus tea, coffee and juice. The children’s selection includes Pinwheel Sandwich, Mini Quiche, Chocolate Brownie, Cupcake and Juice. Gluten free option available. Please indicate when booking if you are vegetarian.

Your ticket also includes complimentary entry to the Village for the day.

Bookings are essential - www.eventfinda.co.nz...

General entry tickets to the Museum (high tea not included) are available to purchase on the day through the Museum main entrance.

If you are part of a group who have booked separately please let us know so we can seat you with your party.

In order to preserve the original flooring of our historic building, please refrain from wearing stiletto heels. All other heels are fine.

For any queries please call us on 09 576 9506 or email village@historicalvillage.org.nz

Limited seats available so book now!

1473 days ago

Free repair for your household appliance and clothing.

Simon from Bucklands Beach

Repair Cafe this Sunday afternoon at 116c Cavendish drive, Manukau.

Free

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1474 days ago

Share your cuisine, crafts and talent at Auckland Diwali Festival

The Team from Auckland Council

The hunt is on for the best Indian cuisine, crafts and performances for this year’s Auckland Diwali Festival, which is due to be celebrated on 31 October and 1 November 2020.

Applications for stallholders close Sunday, 2 August and applications for performers close on Friday, 7 August.

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1474 days ago

A festival of aroha – Let's make Matariki a public holiday in 2021

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.

Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.

Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster,… View more
Hi neighbours,

Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.

Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.

Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster, in the night sky, the festival marks the start of te Mātahi o te tau, the new year.

Once a casualty of colonisation, Matariki’s comeback has fostered greater use of te reo Māori, and recognition for Māori customary practices.

We believe it is past time to officially acknowledge all Matariki stands for in our national calendar. To learn more about Stuff's campaign, click here

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1478 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough to stop recyclable materials going to landfill?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.

Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.

In … View more
The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.

Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.

In the last decade, the amount of waste at council landfills has increased by 48 per cent.

To read more, click here.

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Is the Government doing enough to stop recyclable materials going to landfill?
  • 13.4% Yes, more money and time is better spent elsewhere
    13.4% Complete
  • 86.6% No, NZ's waste and recycling system needs more focus
    86.6% Complete
2903 votes
1474 days ago

What's with that curious rig sitting in Waitematā Harbour?

Brad Flahive Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has begun work on a new marine pipeline that aims to reduce the water contamination at St Marys Bay and Masefield Beach. Check out this Stuff article to read more on the project.

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1474 days ago

Any gutter technician recommended?

Sandy from Bucklands Beach

Dear neighbors, can anyone recommend a reliable gutter repair guy? Thank you so much.

1476 days ago

Dome Valley dump protesters' hīkoi halts Queen St

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hundreds of people marched through central Auckland as part of a hīkoi protesting the proposed new Auckland Regional Landfill site on Friday.
Private waste company Waste Management wants to build the rubbish dump in Dome Valley, on land between Wellsford and Warkworth.
It would replace the Redvale… View more
Hundreds of people marched through central Auckland as part of a hīkoi protesting the proposed new Auckland Regional Landfill site on Friday.
Private waste company Waste Management wants to build the rubbish dump in Dome Valley, on land between Wellsford and Warkworth.
It would replace the Redvale Landfill and Energy Park in Dairy Flat, which is predicted to reach capacity between 2026 and 2028.
But the valley's iwi and landowners worry any breach in the dump's lining could spill poisons into the Hōteo River.
Fight the Tip, Save The Dome Māori liaison Mikaera Miru said the consequences of an earlier rāhui at the site being ignored were “devastating”.
“This is the second biggest harbour on the planet, we need to look after it. It's Ngāti Whātua food basket, we need to look after it and that's why we're here.”
What other solutions to Auckland's waste problem do you think should be explored?

1474 days ago

Meet the Villagers - Pop Up Day

Howick Historical Village

A fun day for all the family.
Immerse yourself in a Victorian Village. Try your hand at traditional crafts and games, or sample the food hot off the coal range.
Try on a Victorian costume for your own special photo memory of the day.

Or book in advance on eventfinda.co.nz for high tea in the … View more
A fun day for all the family.
Immerse yourself in a Victorian Village. Try your hand at traditional crafts and games, or sample the food hot off the coal range.
Try on a Victorian costume for your own special photo memory of the day.

Or book in advance on eventfinda.co.nz for high tea in the picturesque, historic Bell House

General entry tickets for Meet the Villager Day can be purchased on the door.

Open 10am - 4pm (last entry 3pm)

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1479 days ago

Garage Sale!

Peter from Botany Downs

Looking for some extra stuff?
12 Billabong Place in Botany Downs
8:00 am
Saturday 18th of July
MOVING OVERSEAS! EVERYTHING MUST GO!

1479 days ago

Goff confirms proposed 3.5 rates rise and 500+ job cuts

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The likely shape of Auckland Council's Emergency Budget is clearer with the mayor releasing his proposal for Thursday's final debate. Has he got it right ? Read the story below.

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1474 days ago

New Zealand International Film Festival

Resene

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.

Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four … View more
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.

Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four documentaries and one episodic drama. Plus there are plenty of other films to keep you entertained. Visit online for more information.

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