Somerville, Auckland

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Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

2336 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter August 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being piloted at the Lady Allum rest home in Auckland.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to bit.ly...

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2336 days ago

Rangitoto Meringue Puff #2

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

With lemon curd mousse, caramel lava, popcorn ‘basalt’ And crumbled chocolate shortbread. An Auckland Food Story!

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2336 days ago

Free stuff in Bucklands Beach

Manar from Bucklands Beach

Loads of free stuff outside our house as we have just moved out. Please help yourself..
Table with six chairs. Working fan. Planting pots and loads more.. all FREE..
Address is 9 Tangelo Place Bucklands Beach.

Free

2337 days ago

What does it cost to stay warm at home?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And … View more
If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And while it's no shock that firing up a 2Kw electric heater doesn't come cheap, the price of a warm bed for a toasty night's sleep might surprise you. Check out the full rundown, including electric blankets, hot showers, heated towel rails and more, here.

2337 days ago

When was the last time you wrote a letter by hand?

The Team from Auckland Museum

Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited … View more
Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited paper available the technique of 'crossed letters' was adopted.

The writer would turn the page ninety degrees after finishing a page and add a second layer of text.

Read more about this fascinating writing form here.
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2337 days ago

LoveFoodHateWaste Community cooking

Jessica Neighbourly Lead from Half Moon Bay

Thank you to everyone who had been attending our East Auckland Community cooking workshops.
We measure our success by the warm smiles, laughter and friendships created while cooking/baking with each other.

Free

2338 days ago
2338 days ago

FOOD RECALL: Wang Korea brand sausages

Neighbourly.co.nz

Asian Savour World Pty Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of Wang Korea brand Buldak Bong Fish Sausage and BBQ Bong Fish Sausage due to incorrect labeling about the presence of an allergen (egg).

Distribution:
Wang Food Market Wairau Park
Wang Food Market Botany
Wang Kim’s Club … View more
Asian Savour World Pty Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of Wang Korea brand Buldak Bong Fish Sausage and BBQ Bong Fish Sausage due to incorrect labeling about the presence of an allergen (egg).

Distribution:
Wang Food Market Wairau Park
Wang Food Market Botany
Wang Kim’s Club Glenfield
Wang Food Market Howick

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.
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2339 days ago

Poll: Is Auckland a great city for tourists?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hello neighbours,

After journalist Brook Sabin wrote on Stuff that Auckland's Queen St is a disappointment for visiting tourists, fellow travel writer Jake Howie came to our largest city's defence.

Read Brook's opinion piece: stuff.co.nz...
Read Jake's response: … View more
Hello neighbours,

After journalist Brook Sabin wrote on Stuff that Auckland's Queen St is a disappointment for visiting tourists, fellow travel writer Jake Howie came to our largest city's defence.

Read Brook's opinion piece: stuff.co.nz...
Read Jake's response: stuff.co.nz...

Who do you agree with?

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Is Auckland a great city for tourists?
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 58.5% No
    58.5% Complete
501 votes
2341 days ago

Beautiful Howick

Natalie from Botany Downs

Nice walk into Howick today

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2338 days ago

Take a closer look

Triton Hearing

Make an appointment at Triton Hearing today to experience the very best hearing technology, and you’ll access a FREE premium upgrade*valued at $2,000 when you purchase PremiumPlus devices before October 31st 2019.

Come in and talk to the team for a FREE, no-obligation consultation on how the … View more
Make an appointment at Triton Hearing today to experience the very best hearing technology, and you’ll access a FREE premium upgrade*valued at $2,000 when you purchase PremiumPlus devices before October 31st 2019.

Come in and talk to the team for a FREE, no-obligation consultation on how the latest hearing technology could make a real difference in your life!

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit tritonhearing.co.nz for more details.
Make an appointment

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2338 days ago

Rabbit Coup

Abe from Golflands

As is, OK condition, all intact and very usable.

Price: $30

2338 days ago

6 Ton Car Stands

Abe from Golflands

Set of 4, brand new, purchased but never used.

Price: $60

2338 days ago

Car Ramps

Abe from Golflands

Brand new, purchased but never used.

Price: $40

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2338 days ago

Nike Airmax

Benjamin from Howick

Almost brand new Nike Airmax's, only worn twice. Bought from Footlocker about 2months ago.
Size US13
think I may still have receipt.
$120ono
Can drop off for extra

Negotiable

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