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425 days ago

Sneak peek at Chatswood Reserve tracks

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Here's a sneak peek of the upgraded tracks at Chatswood Reserve which should be open in the next couple of weeks.
The tracks have been upgraded to a standard to help prevent kauri dieback, including new bridges, boardwalks and box steps. There is also a great new lookout between Fitzpatrick … View more
Here's a sneak peek of the upgraded tracks at Chatswood Reserve which should be open in the next couple of weeks.
The tracks have been upgraded to a standard to help prevent kauri dieback, including new bridges, boardwalks and box steps. There is also a great new lookout between Fitzpatrick Place and Mappin Place.
Last week local board member Erica Hannam, long-time volunteer David Roberts and I were given a walkthrough by the contractors and it's looking fantastic. Definitely one to check out once it opens.

- Funded by the Natural Environment Targeted Rate and the Kaipātiki Local Board.

425 days ago

Park Reserve Playground

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

The playground at Park Reserve (at the end of Park Road off Glenfield Rd) is nearing the end of it's life, so we're doing some initial consultation to find out what sort of equipment you'd like to see in a new playground! This playground is the closest for anyone living in the … View moreThe playground at Park Reserve (at the end of Park Road off Glenfield Rd) is nearing the end of it's life, so we're doing some initial consultation to find out what sort of equipment you'd like to see in a new playground! This playground is the closest for anyone living in the Greenvalley Rise/Woodcote Dr/Domain Rd part of Glenfield.
Have your say here before 16 October: tinyurl.com...
Once we've heard from you, a couple of concepts will be designed and go out for consultation again. The new playground is expected to be built in 2024/25.

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451 days ago

Try this heart-healthy dessert today!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!

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426 days ago

Real Estate

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426 days ago

CHRISTMAS DECOR/GIFTS & END OF YEAR TEACHER GIFTS

Stephanie from Schnapper Rock

These empty wine bottles have been given a second chance to shine all while helping reduce waste on our precious planet.

They are cleaned thoroughly & then each one hanpainted from scratch with unique designs & then filled with a cork style LED string light set making it the perfect gift… View more
These empty wine bottles have been given a second chance to shine all while helping reduce waste on our precious planet.

They are cleaned thoroughly & then each one hanpainted from scratch with unique designs & then filled with a cork style LED string light set making it the perfect gift for any occasion.

These beautiful creations of art can be used as a decor piece at home or the office, so why not give us a buzz to see what we could make for you.
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*Price per bottle END OF YEAR TEACHER : $30 + Shipping($9 within NZ or collect FREE)
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*Bottle shape may vary depending on the different wine bottles we recycle to use*
Price: $40

Price: $40

427 days ago

Freedom from nasty bunions

Corrective Foot Solutions

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Call before October 6th and here's what you'll get:
- An in-depth consultation about your bunion.
- Get Analysis.
- A complete hands on joint assessment.
- Answer all your probing … View more
Avoid bunion surgery. Have an expert podiatrist evaluate your bunion for only $35 (usually $105).

Call before October 6th and here's what you'll get:
- An in-depth consultation about your bunion.
- Get Analysis.
- A complete hands on joint assessment.
- Answer all your probing questions.
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440 days ago

NZ's best honesty boxes and roadside stalls

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View more
Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.

428 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

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428 days ago

And the winner is...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to our $100 Mitre 10 prize winners this week:

Sonia Lewis of St Albans
Hinemoa Henderson of Taupo
Ryan Dunseath of Te Atatu Peninsula
Tāmātī Kaiwai of Clouston Park
Sarah Bullard of Nelson

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 24th of October. Enjoy!

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433 days ago

Do you remember?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Rugby World Cup is underway, are you a fan?

New Zealand's All Blacks have won the RWC three times - 1987, 2011 and 2015. Do you remember these? Whether you were in the grandstand or on the couch, tell us what you remember of these historic moments...

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428 days ago

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429 days ago

Kaipatiki Road - Changes to the one-way section from Thursday 28 September:

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Kaipatiki Road - Changes to the one-way section from Thursday 28 September:
As part of the Kahika Wastewater Upgrade Project, contractors will be repairing two slips along the roadside that occurred during the storms earlier this year. CB Civil will replace a damaged section of stormwater pipe and… View more
Kaipatiki Road - Changes to the one-way section from Thursday 28 September:
As part of the Kahika Wastewater Upgrade Project, contractors will be repairing two slips along the roadside that occurred during the storms earlier this year. CB Civil will replace a damaged section of stormwater pipe and construct a retaining wall for Auckland Council. At the same time Fulton Hogan will construct another retaining wall for Auckland Transport.
This work will take approximately 10 weeks and during this time, the one-way portion of Kaipatiki Road will change direction.
Also the one-way section will extend into Easton Park Parade, so no traffic will be able to go up Easton Park Parade from Kaipatiki Rd. See the attached map for how traffic will be affected from 28 September.
The next stage after this will be to go past the Stanley Rd/Kaipatiki Rd roundabout.

• Work hours are typically from 7:00am to 5:00pm on Monday to Friday with potential work on Saturdays.
• Vehicles will only be allowed to drive downhill on Easton Park Parade past the road closure. Uphill traffic will be detoured up Kaipatiki Road.
• Signage will indicate the work zones and any closed lanes/routes.

For property owners on Easton Park Parade:
• Every effort will be made to minimise noise and vibrations and ensure that they are within the permitted levels.
• Driveway access will be disrupted to some properties as the works proceed past them. Watercare will be in communication with affected properties before any work commences and arrange alternative parking.
• You will ALWAYS have pedestrian and wheel chair access to your property - only vehicle access is affected.

For more information on the project, see: www.watercare.co.nz...

429 days ago

SPCA's half-price dog adoption week starts tomorrow!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

From tomorrow, 23 September, we will be offering 50% off adoption fees on canines in all of our centres nationwide - but only until 1 October!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right… View more
From tomorrow, 23 September, we will be offering 50% off adoption fees on canines in all of our centres nationwide - but only until 1 October!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right now, all patiently waiting for their forever home.

Start scrolling through all the adoption profiles on our website today and find the perfect fit for your family. Get 100% of the love, for 50% of the fee!

429 days ago

Bright new start

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Lighten and brighten a dull, old wooden floor with Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to get the whitewashed look in your home with this easy project.

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430 days ago

Michelle's garden and the pigeonwood seedling among the weeds

Jenny from

Our client Michelle has a large front garden with several large exotic trees, and numerous smaller native trees. Michelle loves walking in the local bush, and dreamed of enjoying some of that ambience in her own large garden.

Once she learned it was possible, Michelle became keen to create a … View more
Our client Michelle has a large front garden with several large exotic trees, and numerous smaller native trees. Michelle loves walking in the local bush, and dreamed of enjoying some of that ambience in her own large garden.

Once she learned it was possible, Michelle became keen to create a shady little bush-walk by converting the lawn and weedy borders of an unused part of her own large garden to a mostly-wild native plant community, solely by weeding, protecting the weeded ground from trampling and desiccation, and nurturing the wild native seedlings that would arise.

One day it may have wild pigeonwoods ...see our website for more about Michelle's garden, with photos of the pigeonwood seedlings found this week among the weeds.

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