Avondale, Auckland

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2280 days ago

Countdown won't sell fireworks this Guy Fawkes

Brian from New Lynn

A customer survey by the supermarket chain resulted in two in three respondents say they "rarely or never" bought fireworks for private use.
More than seven in 10 said the biggest reason they didn't do so was because of animal welfare, and about half cited fire safety. Environmental … View more
A customer survey by the supermarket chain resulted in two in three respondents say they "rarely or never" bought fireworks for private use.
More than seven in 10 said the biggest reason they didn't do so was because of animal welfare, and about half cited fire safety. Environmental reasons were cited by 39 per cent, disturbing neighbours 34 per cent and personal safety 30 per cent. Countdown general manager merchandise, Scott Davidson, said declining interest and conversations with store teams led to the decision. "Our customers have told us that while they still love to celebrate special occasions such as Matariki, Diwali, Chinese New Year and Guy Fawkes, backyard fireworks at home are becoming less of an occasion than they used to be. "We've decided to leave it to the professionals and we think the vast majority of our customers and our team will agree with this." The move is supported by the SPCA, which earlier this year led a multi-agency study that found a majority of New Zealanders supported a ban on the public sale of fireworks. SPCA CEO Andrea Midgen said fireworks can be terrifying to animals. "Whether that's on Guy Fawkes night or at any other time of the year," she said. "Every year animals are injured, frightened, go missing or occasionally suffer abuse related to fireworks."
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2290 days ago

Bob

Sue from New Lynn

Bob works behind the counter at West Liqour. HIs partner is C.E.O of a licensing Trust and earns a bit more than him.
Bob wants to be a "fatcat" on the living wage so he can pay his mortgage and bills and at least have something left over.
Now after being insulted, demeaned and … View more
Bob works behind the counter at West Liqour. HIs partner is C.E.O of a licensing Trust and earns a bit more than him.
Bob wants to be a "fatcat" on the living wage so he can pay his mortgage and bills and at least have something left over.
Now after being insulted, demeaned and under-valued, Bob and his 200plus co-workers now know who NOT to vote for at the upcoming Local Body Elections

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2279 days ago

Queen Bed

Shenae from Glen Eden

Leather headboard slat type queen size bed and mattress. Dismantled and ready to go. Will load pics when I can.

Price: $80

2279 days ago

Get creative with glass

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Lynn

Lace patterns always look beautiful. Turn this glass vase from plain to pretty with a lace effect and a Resene testpot.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2279 days ago

Home based day care for small dog breeds, Pt Chevalier

Carron from Point Chevalier

Hello and welcome to CavCare. We will be opening on Monday, 7 October and are now accepting limited bookings for furbaby day care, for small breeds.

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2279 days ago

Room for Rent

Ganesh from New Windsor

One Single furnished bedroom available in 4 bedroom house

Beautiful View of Waitakere ranges



Inbuilt Storage Space
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One Single furnished bedroom available in 4 bedroom house

Beautiful View of Waitakere ranges



Inbuilt Storage Space



Very close to motorway and 2 min Bus station.



2 min drive to all major super markets



Moving cost 2 weeks advance and 2 weeks rent



$150 includes bill (reasonable usage)



Fiber Internet



Available from 4th of October



Location 39 Peter Buck Road



Plenty of Off Street parking available

Negotiable

2279 days ago

Are YOU expecting overseas visitors? NEW travel rules COMPULSORY from 1st October

Brian from New Lynn

Some visitors and tourists must have an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) before they board the plane or cruise and leave for New Zealand. It's easy to request. Go to immigration.govt.nz
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2283 days ago
2281 days ago

Are you joining the climate strike?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours,

Thousands of people will take to Auckland's streets on Friday as part of the third strike for climate. This time, students organisers are inviting adults to join them.

Will you be there? If you're heading down, here's everything you need to know about … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

Thousands of people will take to Auckland's streets on Friday as part of the third strike for climate. This time, students organisers are inviting adults to join them.

Will you be there? If you're heading down, here's everything you need to know about what's planned.

(Please add NP if you don't want your comment to be used in print.)

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2280 days ago

Code brown: Swimming spots to avoid during school holidays

Danielle Clent Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, the school holidays are upon us and it is a timely reminder to be aware of where you are swimming. Auckland Council's Safeswim website is a good place to look at on the day to find out if the swimming spot is contaminated from recent rainfall.
Read more about it in our article.
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Hi neighbours, the school holidays are upon us and it is a timely reminder to be aware of where you are swimming. Auckland Council's Safeswim website is a good place to look at on the day to find out if the swimming spot is contaminated from recent rainfall.
Read more about it in our article.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.

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2282 days ago

How do you think Auckland Council has done this term?

Todd Niall Reporter from Western Leader

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council meets for the last time on Thursday before heading to October's local body elections. Progress has been made but there has also been a lot of squabbling and spite. Do you think the councillors have done well? Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your … View more
Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council meets for the last time on Thursday before heading to October's local body elections. Progress has been made but there has also been a lot of squabbling and spite. Do you think the councillors have done well? Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

2280 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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2280 days ago

Catminding business for sale $28,500 ONO

Robyn from Blockhouse Bay

LOVE CATS!
! This is your opportunity to make a living from looking after these beautiful creatures.
It is with great reluctance my cat minding business is now up for sale.

This is a business where you look after other peoples fur babies in their own homes - no cattery for these loved family … View more
LOVE CATS!
! This is your opportunity to make a living from looking after these beautiful creatures.
It is with great reluctance my cat minding business is now up for sale.

This is a business where you look after other peoples fur babies in their own homes - no cattery for these loved family members.

What you are buying:

Established business (running now for 20+years) looking after central Auckland's felines.

Loyal client base

Website/URL

There is PLENTY of opportunity for growing this wee business and making it your own.

Support during the transition from myself.

BUY NOW AND HAVE A GOOD INCOME FOR THIS COMING CHRISTMAS

For more information e-mail Robyn at robyns catminding services.co.nz

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