Snells Beach & Mahurangi East, Snells Beach

Voted for NZ's Merriest Home yet?

Voted for NZ's Merriest Home yet?

Check out the finalists and take your pick!

8 days ago

New year, new look?

Resene

Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories. Find out more

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37 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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14 days ago

What’s the most overrated Christmas tradition, in your opinion?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View more
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.

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10 days ago

Ryman brings Christmas cheer

Evelyn Page Retirement Village

Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand … View more
Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand families having to cut back on essentials.

Ryman residents were overwhelmingly in support of the idea, with many volunteering to help choose the gifts to fill over 1000 shoeboxes with thoughtful items.

Click read more for the full story.

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31 days ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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10 days ago

Have you shown us your Christmas tree?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.

With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!

Check out the Christmassy homes here.
Enter now

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17 days ago

Poll: Are quality products on the decline?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?

Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!

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Are quality products on the decline?
  • 92.3% Yes
    92.3% Complete
  • 7.1% No
    7.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
1721 votes
11 days ago

Auckland SH1 holiday maintenance

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

Prepare for delays at SH1 Spaghetti Junction and the Harbour Bridge from Boxing Day evening until early January. Our crew will be carrying out essential maintenance during this time.

Consider taking the SH16/SH18 Western Ring Route and SH20 if you’re travelling south. Our summer works will … View more
Prepare for delays at SH1 Spaghetti Junction and the Harbour Bridge from Boxing Day evening until early January. Our crew will be carrying out essential maintenance during this time.

Consider taking the SH16/SH18 Western Ring Route and SH20 if you’re travelling south. Our summer works will continue on SH16 The Strand from January until March.
Find out more

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15 days ago

Effective governance in business is essential for long-term success

John from Warkworth

Effective governance in business is essential for long-term success, as it ensures transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
At the heart of strong governance is a commitment to personal values such as integrity, fairness, and respect for stakeholders.
When leaders align their … View more
Effective governance in business is essential for long-term success, as it ensures transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
At the heart of strong governance is a commitment to personal values such as integrity, fairness, and respect for stakeholders.
When leaders align their actions with these core values, they not only build trust and credibility but also create a sustainable foundation for growth and innovation.

By fostering a culture of responsibility, businesses can navigate challenges, adapt to change, and achieve lasting success.

www.digitalshopbiz.com...

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12 days ago

🎄 Need a gift for the hard-to-buy-for?🎄

Mags4Gifts

Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View more
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.

Don’t miss out – shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
Find out more

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13 days ago

windrider 17 trimaran

Barry from Snells Beach & Mahurangi East

Probably wise to sell this beauty at my age. A great fun boat in excellent condition with road trailer. New 50lb thrust electric motor, lithium battery and charger also available separately. Can sail fast single handedly from the cockpit or carry the whole family. My grandchildren love it! See … View moreProbably wise to sell this beauty at my age. A great fun boat in excellent condition with road trailer. New 50lb thrust electric motor, lithium battery and charger also available separately. Can sail fast single handedly from the cockpit or carry the whole family. My grandchildren love it! See youtube clips to get a feel for the versatility of this sailboat.

Price: $5,950

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13 days ago

mahjong trays

Barry from Snells Beach & Mahurangi East

The Warkworth Men's Shed has made a number of these to keep us busy.
Strong and well made.

Price: $20

14 days ago

Online phishing scam

The Team from New Zealand Police

With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a … View more
With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a trustworthy person or organisation to try and get a victim’s personal information.
Police has received a number of phishing scam reports with offenders targeting people who are selling items or services online like Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace.
The offenders pretend to be an interested buyer, and urgently request to buy your product and arrange a courier pickup.
The victim receives a fake courier website link to complete a verification process asking for personal details, like bank account numbers, passwords, and phone numbers.
Once provided these details, the offender uses these to access a victim’s bank account, tricking the victim into proving any multifactor authentication code sent from the victim’s bank.
The money in the victim’s bank account is then taken by the offender once access is gained.
Police are urging members of the public to be cautious, especially when someone in person or online is asking you to give them money or your personal details like bank accounts and passwords.
Never comply with a request asking you to provide or ‘verify’ your online banking details.
Legitimate organisations will never ask you to do this.
If you are unsure if it is real, please contact your bank by the phone number on their official website or go to your nearest branch.
If you receive a courier website link from a potential buyer, this is likely a scam.
Please do not fill out the verification process.
Use the social media/trading platform’s reporting tools to report the scam and the user involved.
You can also make a report to Netsafe at report.netsafe.org.nz.
If you have handed over your online banking details, contact your bank immediately and suspend your account.
If you think you have been scammed (provided your banking details and/or suffered a loss), please gather as much information you can and make a report to Police online through 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.

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14 days ago

Wooden Desk ***FREE***

John from Orewa

Desk measures 1800 x 840 and return is 900 x 440
Stationery and drop-file drawers in desk plus 3 drawers in return
Phone John 021-832567

Free

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14 days ago

Connect For Women (CFW)

Kayleen from Orewa

😂 Laughter is Connection 💖

There’s something magical about laughing with other women - it’s more than just fun; it’s a way to connect, bond, and uplift each other. 🌟
Through shared laughter, we build friendships, relieve stress, and remind ourselves we’re not alone. It’s a … View more
😂 Laughter is Connection 💖

There’s something magical about laughing with other women - it’s more than just fun; it’s a way to connect, bond, and uplift each other. 🌟
Through shared laughter, we build friendships, relieve stress, and remind ourselves we’re not alone. It’s a simple yet powerful way to bring joy and meaning into our lives. 💬💞

At Connect For Women, we celebrate those moments of laughter that create lasting connections. Come join us and share in the smiles, stories, and a little bit of magic! ✨

#LaughterAndConnection #WomenSupportingWomen #JoyfulConnections

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