Chatswood, 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!

2251 days ago

Trick or treating: Love it or hate it

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,
Halloween is fast approaching. Some Kiwis think it's great fun and go all out with decorations and lollies. Others just want to shut their doors and be left alone, leave it to the Americans.

Do you celebrate Halloween at your house? Why or why not?
And If you don't like… View more
Hey neighbours,
Halloween is fast approaching. Some Kiwis think it's great fun and go all out with decorations and lollies. Others just want to shut their doors and be left alone, leave it to the Americans.

Do you celebrate Halloween at your house? Why or why not?
And If you don't like trick or treating, how do you make it clear your house is a no-go zone?

We're keen to talk to some people who feel strongly about Halloween one way or the other. If you have thoughts to share, please email homed@stuff.co.nz and we'll be in touch.

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2252 days ago

Warmer weather means you'll be seeing more of us out and about in the community. 😎👋

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Great to see Neighbourhood Support members in Hamilton, Ashburton and Rodney this month helping neighbours get better connected, supported and prepared.

From our whare to yours, wishing everyone a safe and fun Labour Day weekend ahead!

2252 days ago

Proposal for Loading Zones in Birkenhead

John Gillon from

Auckland Transport in conjunction with the Kaipatiki Local Board​ and the Birkenhead Village​ Town Centre Association are proposing to convert one P30 parking space on Hinemoa Street and two P60 parking spaces on Mokoia Road into P5 loading zones operating 8am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday.
The … View more
Auckland Transport in conjunction with the Kaipatiki Local Board​ and the Birkenhead Village​ Town Centre Association are proposing to convert one P30 parking space on Hinemoa Street and two P60 parking spaces on Mokoia Road into P5 loading zones operating 8am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday.
The proposal is aimed at improving loading and unloading facilities in the town centre to assist Birkenhead businesses.

Feedback closes Monday 11 November 2019.

Please submit your feedback using the below link, or comment below and I will pass it on:
at.govt.nz...

2253 days ago

Tuia Mātauranga Roadshow in Auckland - free for children

The Team from Ministry of Education

Bring your kids to our Tuia Mātauranga interactive roadshow and take part in fun activities to learn more about our voyaging heritage and history.

It will be open on 26-28 October, 10 am to 4pm at Te Wero Island at Auckland Viaduct, near the Maritime Museum.

2252 days ago

Friday Newcomers coffee group in Birkdale house

Laure Romanetti from Auckland North Newcomers Network

Best way to finish a busy week!
Drop off the kids at school, come to your Community House, find out what's happening and share a cup of tea or coffee with others, Newcomers and Kiwis, because we are all part of the same global community, aren't we?
The mint of the Birkdale House sensory… View more
Best way to finish a busy week!
Drop off the kids at school, come to your Community House, find out what's happening and share a cup of tea or coffee with others, Newcomers and Kiwis, because we are all part of the same global community, aren't we?
The mint of the Birkdale House sensory garden is so beautiful that we have been doing Moroccan mint tea lately. Delicious: do join us!

A wonderful space to practice speaking English too.

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2252 days ago

Thursday sewing boomerang bags

Laure Romanetti from Auckland North Newcomers Network

No more plastic bags! Be part of the solution: join us: come, create your bags, keep them or gift them to your family and friends so that plastic bags never end up in nature again.
ALL welcome!

Birkdale Community House Thursdays 09:30am-11:30am.

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2252 days ago

Wednesday FREE Line Dancing

Laure from Birkdale

Join our friendly Line Dancing group and exercise while having fun.
Info on poster below!

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2252 days ago

Tuesday English speaking circle

Laure Romanetti from Auckland North Newcomers Network

Come and meet our experienced volunteer English tutors. You will have a chance to practice speaking English in a small and friendly group.
$3 per person, refreshments provided.

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2252 days ago
2252 days ago

Special prices for our special editions!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird … View moreYou'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird price of $11.90 each - that's a 25% savings off the retail price of $15.90 (offer will end when they hit the newsstands next month). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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2252 days ago

Find instant savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View more
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.

The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?

Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
Find out more

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2252 days ago

The Chalet official opening

Snowplanet Snowplanet

The Chalet official opening will be on the night of 25th October. The décor and style is that of a Swiss Stubli, which is a stand-alone, cosy, cottage-style exclusive dining facility made from 100% recycled timber throughout. The menu is fine dining new Zealand cuisine, up to 5 courses.

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The Chalet official opening will be on the night of 25th October. The décor and style is that of a Swiss Stubli, which is a stand-alone, cosy, cottage-style exclusive dining facility made from 100% recycled timber throughout. The menu is fine dining new Zealand cuisine, up to 5 courses.

Highlights include - Matakana Oysters, Bavette of Wagyu Beef and Bitter Chocolate Tart

The Chalet is fully licensed, located within Snowplanet and will run a separate menu to 7Summits restaurant & bar. It will be open 5pm to 9pm Tuesday to Sunday, offering a full table service.

We are happy to assist you with any enquiry:
Phone: 09 427 0044
91 Small Road, Silverdale, Auckland
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2252 days ago

How will you be watching the game this weekend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Why not challenge yourself to watch the game with your neighbours? It could be as simple as inviting the guy next door along to the pub or organising a BBQ. Let us know your plans and win prizes! Final draw takes place on Monday. Find out more here #neighbourlysupporters

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2252 days ago

Kaipatiki Sustainable Neighbourhoods Projects:

Jill from Birkdale

Pop along to assist in our Clean Up Day................around our Birkenhead Glenfield Cemetery.......love to see you there.

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