Birkdale, Auckland

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88 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 10am - 2pm.

Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.

Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you.
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91 days ago

Are you the Special Someone our SPCA animals have been waiting for?

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been … View more
From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!

Look for the ‘Long-stay resident’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...

*animals looking for their forever family for more than 42 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.

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91 days ago

Lulu's Village Life

Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village

Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!

Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a … View more
Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!

Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a spin on the jetski with her own life jacket!

Click read more to learn about Lulu's village life.

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92 days ago

Find your Candidates in the 2025 local elections

The Team from Auckland Council

Voting opens soon on Tuesday 9 Sept! 🗳️
You can now find out more about the people standing in your area — candidate profiles are live and ready to view.
👉 Take a look, learn about who’s running, and get informed before you choose who represents you.

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92 days ago

Make It Yours: Create a Custom House Number Plaque with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.

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92 days ago

Receive a skincare gift with your NZ House & Garden subscription this September

NZ House & Garden

Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a … View more
Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine subscription and a self-care ritual, all in one.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years between August 25 - September 21, 2025.
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92 days ago

Public Meeting - Meet the Hibiscus and Bays and Upper Harbour candidates and Alabny Ward - in the local Council elections 2025

Training and Communications Coordinator from Auckland North Community and Development Inc. (ANCAD)

Meet the candidates for the Hibiscus & Bays and Upper Harbour local boards and the Albany Ward in the Auckland Council elections 2025.

Meet and hear from local candidates. Know the candidates positions on the issues. Make well-informed decisions when voting in this year's local … View more
Meet the candidates for the Hibiscus & Bays and Upper Harbour local boards and the Albany Ward in the Auckland Council elections 2025.

Meet and hear from local candidates. Know the candidates positions on the issues. Make well-informed decisions when voting in this year's local elections.

This event is hosted and organised by ANCAD; serving communities since 1974.

Date: Thursday September 18

Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm (light supper served from 6pm to 6.30pm)

Venue: Venue: Marist North Harbour Rugby Clubrooms, Stadium Drive, Albany

Register here for capacity and catering purposes events.humanitix.com...

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103 days ago

Lemon Season: Got any ideas?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View more
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance

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93 days ago

Give your guitar a second life

Aaron from Birkdale

I’m keen to help where I can so if you’re happy to donate your old busted guitar, I will restore it and donate onto a local school where it can get into the hands of the kids that need it
email 3LRguitars@gmail.com

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100 days ago

🏋️‍♀️ Help us exercise our brains!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
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We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...

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94 days ago

Plasma can help treat someone’s liver failure

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.
Please help someone start their new life today.

Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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94 days ago

Share your strawberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.

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95 days ago

Varicose Veins Slowing You Down?

Vein Centre

New Zealands first dedicated Varicose Vein Clinic Specialising in Non-Surgical, walk in, walk out treatments No GP Referral Needed!

Don’t let painful, swollen, or unsightly veins affect your daily life. Whether you're dealing with throbbing aches, night cramps, swelling, or visible … View more
New Zealands first dedicated Varicose Vein Clinic Specialising in Non-Surgical, walk in, walk out treatments No GP Referral Needed!

Don’t let painful, swollen, or unsightly veins affect your daily life. Whether you're dealing with throbbing aches, night cramps, swelling, or visible varicose veins, our expert team is here to help.

At The Vein Centre, we specialise exclusively in vein treatments, no distractions, no GP referral required, just fast, effective care tailored to you. Regain comfort and confidence in your legs with the latest minimally invasive treatments.

212 Wairau Road, Glenfield
09 444 5858
info@theveincentre.co.nz
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95 days ago

Mechanic Job

Sebastian from Glenfield

Hi all, my name is Sebastian Madrid. I am a young mechanic, and I am looking for a part time job in the Automotive Mechanic industry, if any of you know a place that needs a part time employee around Auckland, please let me know. (I would much prefer as close to the North Shore as possible).
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Hi all, my name is Sebastian Madrid. I am a young mechanic, and I am looking for a part time job in the Automotive Mechanic industry, if any of you know a place that needs a part time employee around Auckland, please let me know. (I would much prefer as close to the North Shore as possible).
Thanks!!

95 days ago

Fundraising for Special Olympics North Harbour

Caprice Stevenson from Special Olympics North Harbour

“We’re heading to the 2025 Special Olympics National Summer Games in Christchurch! 🏅
Special Olympics North Harbour athletes have been training hard, and we need your help to get there.
Scan the QR code or visit our Givealittle page to donate.

Every bit counts — thank you for … View more
“We’re heading to the 2025 Special Olympics National Summer Games in Christchurch! 🏅
Special Olympics North Harbour athletes have been training hard, and we need your help to get there.
Scan the QR code or visit our Givealittle page to donate.

Every bit counts — thank you for supporting something truly special!”

Please feel free to get in touch for other ways you can help like our quiz night, firewood raffle and much more :-)

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