Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

1469 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car! Call us 0800 500 001

The Team from 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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1469 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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1481 days ago

Xmas lights

Murray from Henderson

With Franklin Road not doing their lights this year, where are the Xmas lights this year?
Well,how about Harrington Road in Henderson.


This is my second year doing Xmas lights set to music. I have 3238 LED's that are programable. That is equivelant to over 9500 lights and yes I do have… View more
With Franklin Road not doing their lights this year, where are the Xmas lights this year?
Well,how about Harrington Road in Henderson.


This is my second year doing Xmas lights set to music. I have 3238 LED's that are programable. That is equivelant to over 9500 lights and yes I do have a Xmas tree, (1000 LED's).
I will have speakers out, so you can hear the music and like last year intend to broadcast it as well, so that you can sit in your car and watch and hear.


Keep am eye or ear in this thread for more details as to when the shows are happening and the address.

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1469 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...

1470 days ago

Looking for your next group outing?

Round The Bays

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your … View more
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your Hospitality Package so you’re booked for a fantastic day out

#RTB2021
Find out more

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1470 days ago

Massey students reward police

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Students from Massey High School Rotary Interact Group surprised North Shore, Rodney and West Auckland police with these gifts.

They delivered the treats to Constable Sam Yerro to thank officers for keeping people safe in the community.

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1472 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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1471 days ago

Celebrate Santa’s arrival at WestCity this weekend

WestCity Waitakere

Join the WestCity Explorers Fern & Nikau this Saturday 21st November & Sunday 22nd November as we celebrate Santa’s arrival. Enjoy a fun filled weekend of Christmas festivities including:

• Meet & take photos with Santa
• Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every … View more
Join the WestCity Explorers Fern & Nikau this Saturday 21st November & Sunday 22nd November as we celebrate Santa’s arrival. Enjoy a fun filled weekend of Christmas festivities including:

• Meet & take photos with Santa
• Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every Santa photo purchased!
• Christmas craft activities
• Face Painting
• Balloon twisting
• Musical performances
• WestCity Explorers handing out treats

Where: WestCity Waitakere
Level 1, Centre Court
7 Catherine Street, Henderson, Auckland

When: Saturday 21st November & Sunday 22nd November from 10.30am – 2.30pm
Phone: +64 9 978 6700
Learn More

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1471 days ago

Waitakere Kindergarten celebrates 25 years

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Waitakere Kindergarten is going back in time to mark its 25th anniversary.

Many of the preschool's founding students will return to the kindergarten on November 28 to dig up the time capsules they buried as
youngsters.

Now aged in their 30s, the former pupils will pour over the pieces of … View more
Waitakere Kindergarten is going back in time to mark its 25th anniversary.

Many of the preschool's founding students will return to the kindergarten on November 28 to dig up the time capsules they buried as
youngsters.

Now aged in their 30s, the former pupils will pour over the pieces of history they hid 25 years ago.

The time capsules bear letters from their parents, a ribbon from the opening ceremony, newspaper clippings, and photographs.

Families of existing students will also bury time capsules during the anniversary celebration, which starts at 3pm.

Among their treasures will be memoirs about life for preschoolers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

After the ceremony, a Pop-up Op shop will be set up to raise funds for the preschool.

Activities for the children, a sausage sizzle and a bake sale are also planned.

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1471 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords maths and English tuition.

NumberWorks'nWords Henderson

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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1472 days ago

New World Hobsonville is Open Now!

New World

Your fresh new local supermarket is now open.

Join us for opening specials and giveaways, plus earn free SMEG knives by collecting stickers instore with every $20 you spend.

New World Hobsonville is open 7 days, 7AM – 10PM. Located at 120 Hobsonville Road. See you in store!
Shop Now

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1492 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
1472 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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1472 days ago

Steel Stanley Wood Planes

Marjanna from Henderson

My husband makes wood models. He likes to use old hand tools so is keen to buy steel wood planes. Perhaps you have some out in the shed that belonged to Grandad. It is OK if they are rusty and dirty. Maybe you know someone who has hand tools they want to sell. I have included photos of what my … View moreMy husband makes wood models. He likes to use old hand tools so is keen to buy steel wood planes. Perhaps you have some out in the shed that belonged to Grandad. It is OK if they are rusty and dirty. Maybe you know someone who has hand tools they want to sell. I have included photos of what my husband makes. He sells them and all the proceeds go to charity - Starship, Heart Foundation, Breast Cancer. Thanks

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1472 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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