Cornwallis - Huia - Parau, Auckland

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

Seen anything your neighbours should be aware of? Let them know! 

2641 days ago

Motorcyclists, should your safety be rewarded?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re a motorcyclist and you take safety training, should you get a rebate on your rego? ACC’s new proposal might reward you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2643 days ago

Only five fines given to window washers in West and North Auckland

Reporter Western Leader

Hi neighbours, we asked you for your experience with window washers at intersections since the new law came in last year allowing police to fine them $150. One of our reporters has now done a story on the matter, and found that Waitematā police (West and North Auckland) have only given out five … View moreHi neighbours, we asked you for your experience with window washers at intersections since the new law came in last year allowing police to fine them $150. One of our reporters has now done a story on the matter, and found that Waitematā police (West and North Auckland) have only given out five such tickets, despite 274 being given out in South Auckland. Should police focus more on this issue out west or should we leave window washers alone?

* Click through for the story and as we sometimes use Neighbourly comments in the news, please tell us if you don't want yours used such.

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2643 days ago

Are the police right in this instance?

Reporter Western Leader

West Aucklander Ragini Gautam got an $80 fine and 20 demerit points for taking her phone off the dashboard.
"I wasn't using it. I was just moving it because phones get overheated in the sun."

* Click through for the story, and as we sometimes use Neighbourly comments in the news, … View more
West Aucklander Ragini Gautam got an $80 fine and 20 demerit points for taking her phone off the dashboard.
"I wasn't using it. I was just moving it because phones get overheated in the sun."

* Click through for the story, and as we sometimes use Neighbourly comments in the news, remember add NFP/Not Fot Print if you wouldn't like to see yours used.

2642 days ago

Do you have any memories of the Avondale Racecourse?

Simon Smith Reporter from Western Leader

An ex-committee member says the jockey club is likely to fight any attempt to close it down.
"I'm pretty confident they won't be sitting back waiting for something to happen, they will be doing something."

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An ex-committee member says the jockey club is likely to fight any attempt to close it down.
"I'm pretty confident they won't be sitting back waiting for something to happen, they will be doing something."

* Click through for the story, and as we sometimes use Neighbourly comments in the news, please indicate if you don't want us to use yours.

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2642 days ago

Eat free meat for eight weeks

Liggins Institute

Could Wagyu beef protect you against heart disease? If you’re a man on the heavier side you could help us find out by eating meat or meat alternative. Join a Liggins Institute study today.

Find out if you're eligible by taking our screening survey.
Find out more!

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2643 days ago

GARAGE SALE - SAT 6th OCT

Gill from Titirangi

Cheap cheap... All items $2.00 each. All must go. Lots of ladies/girls clothing, shoes, bags, books, cd's, dvd's and other. 10 Sunray Avenue, Titirangi. 7.30am - 11.30am

2651 days ago

Do you park illegally when dropping off or picking up your child from school?

Hannah Ross Reporter from Western Leader

A West Auckland mother is frustrated with the lack of parking outside her son's school ,resulting in her having to park illegally to drop off or pick up her son.

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2643 days ago

Poll: The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:
  • 12.9% Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
    12.9% Complete
  • 75% Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
    75% Complete
  • 12.1% Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing
    12.1% Complete
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