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43 days ago

Protect your home from rainwater damage now.

Hayley Newton from Rainaway Spouting on the Spot - Rodney

Are you worried about rainwater causing damage to your beautiful home?
Rainaway Spouting on the Spot are gutter and spouting specialists.
We can help with any gutter issue that you may have:



· Gutter leaking?

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Are you worried about rainwater causing damage to your beautiful home?
Rainaway Spouting on the Spot are gutter and spouting specialists.
We can help with any gutter issue that you may have:



· Gutter leaking?

· Gutter not draining?

· Gutter overflowing?

· Gutter needs replacing?

Rainaway Spouting on the Spot is your local trusted partner in protecting your property from the elements and giving you peace of mind.

Visit www.rainaway.co.nz......... to learn more about how we can safeguard your home and keep it dry year on year and protect your most valuable investment.

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43 days ago

Could our dream of pest-free tomatoes come true?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

"What I have harvested from that greenhouse this year, that’s the cleanest crop I have ever grown. No whitefly at all. It’s pretty exciting,” says Anthony Tringham, who grows heirloom tomatoes commercially under the brand Curious Croppers, in Clevedon, Auckland

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46 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to take fruit from a neighbour's tree?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This week we are wondering about some neighbour etiquette that can cause conflict. If your neighbour has a tree overflowing with fruit that is visible from the road, is it okay to help yourself? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded … View more
This week we are wondering about some neighbour etiquette that can cause conflict. If your neighbour has a tree overflowing with fruit that is visible from the road, is it okay to help yourself? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Is it okay to take fruit from a neighbour's tree?
  • 18.3% Yes
    18.3% Complete
  • 75.6% No
    75.6% Complete
  • 6.2% Other - I'll share below
    6.2% Complete
2438 votes
44 days ago

WIN A $50 Gift Card

The Team from NZ Compare

WIN ONE of FIVE $50 Gift Cards - It's only a few clicks away! Simply complete our easy Broadband Survey and unlock your chance to WIN! Start Survey now.

Our recent neighbourly poll revealed some challenges with broadband providers, and we're here to help. The survey will help us get a … View more
WIN ONE of FIVE $50 Gift Cards - It's only a few clicks away! Simply complete our easy Broadband Survey and unlock your chance to WIN! Start Survey now.

Our recent neighbourly poll revealed some challenges with broadband providers, and we're here to help. The survey will help us get a better understanding of your experience with your current broadband provider. Let your voice be heard.
Start survey now

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44 days ago

Auckland’s Long-term Plan opens for consultation

The Team from Auckland Council

Our Long-term Plan 2024-2034 is open for public consultation.
Aucklanders can have their say on the options and trade-offs that will influence region-wide activities, services and investment ⬇️
📅 Feedback must be received by 28 March.

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44 days ago

Compare & SAVE on the Go

The Team from NZ Compare

Have a pesky power bill from Summer aircon use?

Dive into NZ Compare and effortlessly COMPARE broadband, power, mobile & more to uncover the best deals and save money for the rest of 2024!
So you can keep using that aircon!

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45 days ago

Big basement clearout of electronics items.

Clifford from Helensville

Have the following items free for removal. 1x 32" HD digital TV with wall mounting bracket. AMD based desktop computer Windows 10, 8 Gb memory and 1 TB hard drive with mouse, keyboard and 26 " HD screen. Has 2 built in DVD players/writers.
Lots of other tools and other items for sale … View more
Have the following items free for removal. 1x 32" HD digital TV with wall mounting bracket. AMD based desktop computer Windows 10, 8 Gb memory and 1 TB hard drive with mouse, keyboard and 26 " HD screen. Has 2 built in DVD players/writers.
Lots of other tools and other items for sale also. Am doing a big downsize.

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45 days ago

Rush hour winds on Harbour Bridge

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

NZTA has shared a warning about the Harbour Bridge for this afternoon.

What you need to know:
- Drivers in Auckland will need to take extra care on the Auckland Harbour Bridge this afternoon (Monday 4 March) with heavy wind gusts predicted between 4pm and 6pm.
- It is likely that speed limits … View more
NZTA has shared a warning about the Harbour Bridge for this afternoon.

What you need to know:
- Drivers in Auckland will need to take extra care on the Auckland Harbour Bridge this afternoon (Monday 4 March) with heavy wind gusts predicted between 4pm and 6pm.
- It is likely that speed limits may be reduced and some lanes on the bridge may close if wind gusts reach threshold levels.
- The bridge will remain in a 4 x 4 formation during the afternoon peak.
- Motorists are urged to drive to the conditions and look out for the electronic message boards which will indicate lane closures and reduced speeds, and stay within their lane while travelling across the bridge.
- Drivers of high sided vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to avoid the Auckland Harbour Bridge and use the western ring route on State Highways 16 and 18.

Keep up to date on journeys.nzta.govt.nz/traffic |NZTA|.

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45 days ago

Flower Arranging Workshop - Easter Theme (Sun 17th Mar)

Jane from Muriwai

This 2 hr fun and interactive workshop, presented by a local specialist, will give you all the basics to create an Easter display with which to impress friends and family!

Please see the attached PDF for further details.

Flower Workshop Easter 2024.pdf Download View

45 days ago

Get your tickets to Auckland Design Week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

With the support of Resene, Auckland Design Week has partnered with furniture, interiors and product showrooms to provide a stage for designers spanning various disciplines – spatial, architectural, interiors, product, fashion and more – to showcase their work in a distinctive and engaging way.… View moreWith the support of Resene, Auckland Design Week has partnered with furniture, interiors and product showrooms to provide a stage for designers spanning various disciplines – spatial, architectural, interiors, product, fashion and more – to showcase their work in a distinctive and engaging way.

On Friday 15th and Saturday 16th March, ticketholders will travel through 18 partner venues across three Design Districts (Grey Lynn, Parnell, Mt Eden/Uptown) on designated event transport to experience feature installations that blend these various design disciplines to create a dynamic and immersive experience for you.

Enjoy the Resene Colour Challenge at Signature Floors and a whole host of other experiences.

Buy tickets online.

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46 days ago

Last week to enter neighbours!

Prospa

Have you nominated a small business in your community yet? The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards close this week!

Whether you know a great plumber, supermarket, mechanic, bookstore, hairdresser, gardener, pharmacy, builder, shoe store, cafe or electrician - show some love to a small business and… View more
Have you nominated a small business in your community yet? The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards close this week!

Whether you know a great plumber, supermarket, mechanic, bookstore, hairdresser, gardener, pharmacy, builder, shoe store, cafe or electrician - show some love to a small business and make a nomination today.

You'll not only help drum up some support for them in your community, you could also help them win a $10,000 prize package. Plus if your nomination is a regional finalist you'll win a $100 Prezzy® card too!
Nominate now

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46 days ago

Want chocolate this Easter?

NZ House & Garden

The sweetest time of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve put together a great deal that will make it even sweeter.

Bennetto Chocolate has helped us put together an amazing chocolate box that’ll be the perfect addition to an NZ House & Garden subscription this Easter. Simply … View more
The sweetest time of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve put together a great deal that will make it even sweeter.

Bennetto Chocolate has helped us put together an amazing chocolate box that’ll be the perfect addition to an NZ House & Garden subscription this Easter. Simply purchase a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and the Easter Bunny will deliver you a Bennetto Chocolate Box worth $50 for FREE! T&Cs Apply.

Enjoy,
The team at NZ House & Garden
Find out more

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46 days ago

Heartbeats Heart Support Group

Trent Lash from Heartbeats West Auckland

Heartbeats West Auckland group meets this TUESDAY, 5th March at 1pm, SturgesWest Community Centre, 58 Summerland Drive, Henderson.
All heart patients, heart event survivors, family, whanau and friends are WELCOME.
Come along and meet others who have the same heart condition and are on the same … View more
Heartbeats West Auckland group meets this TUESDAY, 5th March at 1pm, SturgesWest Community Centre, 58 Summerland Drive, Henderson.
All heart patients, heart event survivors, family, whanau and friends are WELCOME.
Come along and meet others who have the same heart condition and are on the same path to better heart health and longer lives.
We're informal. diverse and WE CARE.
There are over 4,000 heart patients who are discharged from Auckland hospitals every year, that have nowhere to go . . . you are NOT ALONE.
For more information: contact Trent at 0220 606 199

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47 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lotteries

Don’t miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.… View more
Don’t miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Buy tickets now

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53 days ago

What would The School of Life teach?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party introduced their policy called 'teaching the basics brilliantly' last year regarding changing school curriculums. They are referring to reading, writing and maths.

However, some people believe school should actually be more practical, teaching kids to change tyres … View more
The National Party introduced their policy called 'teaching the basics brilliantly' last year regarding changing school curriculums. They are referring to reading, writing and maths.

However, some people believe school should actually be more practical, teaching kids to change tyres and balance their finances. Thinking about all the skills that have benefited you over the years, tell us what would be taught at your School of Life?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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