Western Springs, 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.

1128 days ago

The Impacts of Climate Change on Insurance costs

Climate Insights

Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.

Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global … View more
Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.

Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global property premiums by 33-41% between 2020 and 2040”. The potential increase was deemed a direct consequence of our changing climate.

Our Climate Insights property report provides easily understood information on change to risks for your current or a future property. The report includes robust and actionable information for residential property owners, tenants and investors to enhance their property’s climate resilience.
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1129 days ago

Covid-19: The top 10 questions people are asking Healthline, answered

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours. The Covid-19 Vaccination Healthline is a free service for anyone who has questions about the Covid-19 vaccine or who needs help booking theirs.

Andrew Slater, chief executive of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs Healthline, said the advice given is in line with the latest … View more
Kia ora neighbours. The Covid-19 Vaccination Healthline is a free service for anyone who has questions about the Covid-19 vaccine or who needs help booking theirs.

Andrew Slater, chief executive of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs Healthline, said the advice given is in line with the latest guidelines from the Ministry of Health and Immunisation Advisory Centre, and is supported by a clinical governance group.

Slater urged people not to sit on questions stopping them from getting vaccinated, adding that the service is presented with all kinds of curly questions.

“Ask us anything. We won’t judge. You can be anonymous when you call.”

Click 'read more' for the top 10 questions people are asking Healthline, answered by clinical director Dr Ruth Large and other experts spoken to by Stuff.

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1128 days ago

HURRY! Have you shared your Local Like?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Get in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!

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Get in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!

Share your business shout-out now.

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1146 days ago

Waitematā Local Board seeks nominations for Good Citizens’ Awards

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board is seeking nominations for its Good Citizens’ Awards. These awards recognise individuals, young people and groups going above and beyond for the benefit of the diverse communities within the local board area. Nominations are now open until 24 October. Read More below to … View moreWaitematā Local Board is seeking nominations for its Good Citizens’ Awards. These awards recognise individuals, young people and groups going above and beyond for the benefit of the diverse communities within the local board area. Nominations are now open until 24 October. Read More below to find out more and make your nomination today!

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1128 days ago

Qualified Builder being sought for exterior building work Pt Chev

Heather from Point Chevalier

A long shot, but looking for a suitably qualified builder who might be between jobs, for some exterior work for our home in Pt Chev. Prefer a fairly immediate start. About 2- 3 weeks work initially. Would be distanced from owners in level 3. Please private message me. Many thanks.

1129 days ago

Time is running out... only two weeks to go! ⏳

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes … View more
Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes place around the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake:

DROP - down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.

COVER - your head and neck (or entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.

HOLD - on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.

Head to www.shakeout.govt.nz... to sign up today and get involved!

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1131 days ago

Cervical and Breast Screening

The Team from Well Women and Family Trust: Cervical Smear Test clinic

Kia ora koutou,
We hope everyone is coping well as can be and wish to express our best wishes to you all during this challenging time.

Some good news!
Cervical and Breast Screening mobile clinics are available at Avondale Community Centre (99 Rosebank Road, Avondale) on 13,14, 20 and 21 October … View more
Kia ora koutou,
We hope everyone is coping well as can be and wish to express our best wishes to you all during this challenging time.

Some good news!
Cervical and Breast Screening mobile clinics are available at Avondale Community Centre (99 Rosebank Road, Avondale) on 13,14, 20 and 21 October 2021 from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Our cervical screening clinic is operating 4 days per week at level 3. These are Monday to Wednesday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm and Saturday’s from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.

You will find us at 14 / 49 Sainsbury Road, St Lukes Business Park, Mt Albert.

Please call us to look up your cervical screening details and or arrange an appointment 09 8467886/0212722786. We wish to ensure that we have strict protocols in place to keep you safe while you are in our care. If you have any questions, please call us.

Kia haumaru!

Be Safe!
The Team at Well Women & Family

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1130 days ago

Kauri Stairs - Please Take Them ASAP

John from Mount Albert

Hi Everyone, regrettably we have no need for some beautiful 130 year old kauri stairs. The builder wants to throw them in a skiff and I sincerely don't want to do that. These good be recycled in to something excellent. Or used as stairs.

The measure about 5.2 on the flat and 1.0 wide. At an … View more
Hi Everyone, regrettably we have no need for some beautiful 130 year old kauri stairs. The builder wants to throw them in a skiff and I sincerely don't want to do that. These good be recycled in to something excellent. Or used as stairs.

The measure about 5.2 on the flat and 1.0 wide. At an angle stepping up to 2.4 metres they span a length of 4.9 metres.

Call me on 021395396. John.

Only one issue - they need to be gone by the weekend. Or else they are in the skip. We live in the St Lukes area.

Free

1135 days ago

KEEP YOUR DOG ON A LEAD WHEN YOU ARE OUT WALKING!

Rochelle from Point Chevalier

My elderly cat Oscar (18) was attacked yesterday by yet another irresponsible owner who obviously can't deal with the simple things in life, like putting a lead on their dog when out walking it.

He was attacked in front of our house. I do not know whether he will survive from this attack by… View more
My elderly cat Oscar (18) was attacked yesterday by yet another irresponsible owner who obviously can't deal with the simple things in life, like putting a lead on their dog when out walking it.

He was attacked in front of our house. I do not know whether he will survive from this attack by a dog which looks very similar to a bull mastiff.

Absolutely sick to death of people not keeping their dogs on a lead and not keeping it under control.

It is against the law to not have your dog on a lead in public.

This is the second time in a year that one of my furs has been attacked by a dog with it's owner there with it. Taylah (dog) was attacked while we were out walking (my dog was on a lead) by one of our fellow neighbours dogs a labrador, who clearly thinks that dog regulation rules don't apply to her when she goes out walking.

Same as the lady yesterday whose dog attacked my cat.

I have seen two, TWO dogs this morning out for their morning stroll - and guess what! Both were off lead.

If I see you AND your dog off lead, I will now be taking a photo and lodging a complaint with Animal Management.

If you walk your dog off lead, I suggest you think twice about doing it. Take some personal responsibility about dog ownership. If your dog is registered you will in fact know you are breaking the law by not having it on a lead and under control.

1130 days ago

A Tasty Passion Turned Booming Business

The Team from Digital Boost

Knowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story

Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could… View more
Knowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story

Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could be transforming a weekend passion into the business of your dreams.
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1131 days ago

Te Hā Noa – one step closer

The Team from Auckland Council

With Auckland Transport, we are working to deliver improvements to Auckland city centre’s midtown in time for the opening of the City Rail Link’s Aotea Station.
ℹ️ Find out more: bit.ly...

📅 A webinar will be held Wednesday 20 October from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Register here: bit.ly...

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With Auckland Transport, we are working to deliver improvements to Auckland city centre’s midtown in time for the opening of the City Rail Link’s Aotea Station.
ℹ️ Find out more: bit.ly...

📅 A webinar will be held Wednesday 20 October from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Register here: bit.ly...

🗣️ To provide feedback by 3 November go to: bit.ly...

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1130 days ago

3x large mirror - FREE

Murid from Point Chevalier

3x large mirror. Commercial quality, ex supermarket mirrors that are used in the produce section. One has a chip on the corner but the other two are perfectly fine.

Great for a home gym or DIY project.
Contactless pick-up from Pt Chev.

Free

1131 days ago

Thank Your Cleaner Day.

OCS

Work hard, keep us safe and go the extra mile – that’s what Aotearoa’s 40,000 cleaners do every day. They keep our schools, healthcare centres, shopping malls, places of work and public spaces hygienic and safe for us all to enjoy. That’s been especially important over the last 18 months. … View moreWork hard, keep us safe and go the extra mile – that’s what Aotearoa’s 40,000 cleaners do every day. They keep our schools, healthcare centres, shopping malls, places of work and public spaces hygienic and safe for us all to enjoy. That’s been especially important over the last 18 months. Our cleaners have been out amongst it on the frontline fighting against the spread of COVID-19.

On Wednesday, 20 October it’s time to acknowledge these superstars. Make sure you say thanks to the cleaner in your life!

Find out what you can do to thank your cleaner here.
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1138 days ago

NZ House & Garden Tours - coming to a location near you

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

Do you love all things homes, interiors and gardens? If so, we have the perfect event for you!

Our ever-popular sellout NZ House & Garden Tours are back for 2022! 🏡 🌸
We’re visiting locations across the country, so make this summer one to remember and join us as we step inside the … View more
Do you love all things homes, interiors and gardens? If so, we have the perfect event for you!

Our ever-popular sellout NZ House & Garden Tours are back for 2022! 🏡 🌸
We’re visiting locations across the country, so make this summer one to remember and join us as we step inside the pages of NZ House & Garden magazine exploring some of the most interesting homes in Aotearoa. Plus it's all for a good cause, with proceeds from tickets sales going towards Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Tickets are now on sale. To book and to find out more about all the tour options available, check out our website: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...

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1131 days ago

Masks and scrunchies

Diana from Waterview

We’ve sold 150+ masks & scrunchies during lockdown over on Insta, dilaandco.nz

Our website is dilaandco.bigcartel.com - you can browse through our collection and shop there :)

They come in 3 sizes and are all triple layered

Questions welcome!

Masks $12 each, scrunchies $5

Price: $12

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