Swanson, Auckland

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1641 days ago

New Lynn resident has a heart attack after being denied travel exemption on compassionate grounds

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, a West Auckland man has had a heart attack after he was prevented from visiting his partner's dying father by coronavirus travel restrictions. Billie Penerata, from New Lynn, has been in hospital and undergone surgery. He believes stress related to being separated from his … View moreHi neighbours, a West Auckland man has had a heart attack after he was prevented from visiting his partner's dying father by coronavirus travel restrictions. Billie Penerata, from New Lynn, has been in hospital and undergone surgery. He believes stress related to being separated from his Australian partner and dealing with Australia's Home Affairs department caused his heart trouble.

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1640 days ago

Crazy travel deals for Kiwis

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you've ever wanted to travel NZ, now is the time. These deals are incredible value.

1641 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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1641 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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1641 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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1641 days ago

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Laurence from Henderson

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1644 days ago

Coronavirus: Drive-in service for Auckland's Destiny Church at alert level 2

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Destiny Church is holding a drive-in service to stand for the "freedom and rights" of all New Zealanders, as traditional services remain off limits in Covid-19 alert level 2.

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1642 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off at the front door?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along … View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with toilet paper over or under? cutlery up or down in the dishwasher? top sheet or no top sheet?, to name a few. Read more about the arguments for each and see how many people agree with you, here.

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Should you take your shoes off at the front door?
  • 73.5% Yes
    73.5% Complete
  • 2.8% No
    2.8% Complete
  • 23.7% Only in other people's homes if they ask
    23.7% Complete
498 votes
1646 days ago

FLATMATES (+ Couples & Kids) WANTED AT TE ATAU SOUTH, WEST AUCKLAND.

Uriel from Te Atatu South

ONE DOUBLE & A SINGLE ROOMS with awesome sunshine are available now - Bills Inclusive. Rooms with double & single beds, wardrobe, both rooms have computer desks + swivel chairs, (small fridge/freezer - optional). Rooms & house fully furnished with equipped kitchen, sitting room, TV, … View moreONE DOUBLE & A SINGLE ROOMS with awesome sunshine are available now - Bills Inclusive. Rooms with double & single beds, wardrobe, both rooms have computer desks + swivel chairs, (small fridge/freezer - optional). Rooms & house fully furnished with equipped kitchen, sitting room, TV, WiFi, unlimited internet Broad Band, phone, various fruit trees, etc.
It's near major Te Atatu Road, buses on Flanshaw Road, trains in Henderson, Countdown, KFC, Wendy's, Caltex Petrol Station, shops, Dairy, fast-foods, shops, chemist, supermarket, motorway, etc. Adequate parking in & off the property. A Professional Chartered Engineer looking for male or female or couple or family flatmates to share such beautiful & wonderful home. No smoking.
Everyone (male, female & siblings) welcome Including couples with family who pay slightly more. Ideal flatmate: Clean, tidy, payment of rent promptly & ethnic diversified.

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