Forrest Hill, Auckland

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

2289 days ago

Would you try co-living?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Auckland is set to get another upmarket dormitory-style "co-living" house for adults where residents pay up to $360 to rent a room and share communal facilities like the kitchen, bathrooms and living areas with 21 neighbours. The Coh, a luxury boarding house, has been so … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland is set to get another upmarket dormitory-style "co-living" house for adults where residents pay up to $360 to rent a room and share communal facilities like the kitchen, bathrooms and living areas with 21 neighbours. The Coh, a luxury boarding house, has been so popular since opening on Symonds St on July 22 that its owner is planning to open another. What do you think of the co-living concept? Would you try it? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.

2289 days ago

What do you think should be done about "ghost houses"?

Reporter North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Despite Auckland already being short an estimated 40,000 homes to adequately house its population, the number of empty homes in the region has risen by 18 per cent in five years to nearly 40,000. Experts say the trend is likely due to a lack of affordable housing and is causing … View moreHi neighbours, Despite Auckland already being short an estimated 40,000 homes to adequately house its population, the number of empty homes in the region has risen by 18 per cent in five years to nearly 40,000. Experts say the trend is likely due to a lack of affordable housing and is causing overcrowding . Are there many "ghost houses" in your area? What do you think (if anything) should be done about them? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.

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2287 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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2288 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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2288 days ago

Most of Devonport closed to cars on Sunday

Kendall Hutt Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours. This is a heads-up some roads in and around Devonport will be closed to cars on Sunday. More than 2000 people are expected to take part in the Harcourts Cooper & Co Devonport Half Marathon. The marathon, which will take place from 7.30am until 11.30am, has a new course which has … View moreHi neighbours. This is a heads-up some roads in and around Devonport will be closed to cars on Sunday. More than 2000 people are expected to take part in the Harcourts Cooper & Co Devonport Half Marathon. The marathon, which will take place from 7.30am until 11.30am, has a new course which has closed down roads "to ensure everyone can enjoy a great run or walk". Are you taking part in the marathon? Put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

2288 days ago

Road closures for Half Marathon

Neighbourly.co.nz

More than 2000 people are expected to take part in the Harcourts Cooper & Co Devonport Half Marathon on Sunday morning.

From 6am until 10.30am, there will be full closures on King Edward Parade, Cheltenham Rd, Tainui Rd, Oxford Terrace, Takarunga Rd, Hui St, Patuone Parade, Cowper St, and … View more
More than 2000 people are expected to take part in the Harcourts Cooper & Co Devonport Half Marathon on Sunday morning.

From 6am until 10.30am, there will be full closures on King Edward Parade, Cheltenham Rd, Tainui Rd, Oxford Terrace, Takarunga Rd, Hui St, Patuone Parade, Cowper St, and Mozeley Ave.

There will also be lane closures heading towards Devonport on Vauxhall Rd and Old Lake Rd.

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2289 days ago

Lost Cat

Alana from Hillcrest

Hi all, my cat Yara has gone missing from Coronation Rd in Hillcrest and I haven't seen her since Monday last week.
She's smallish with grey, orange and white colouring with a green collar and tags. She's spayed and micro-chipped.
I've attached some photos, if anyone sees her … View more
Hi all, my cat Yara has gone missing from Coronation Rd in Hillcrest and I haven't seen her since Monday last week.
She's smallish with grey, orange and white colouring with a green collar and tags. She's spayed and micro-chipped.
I've attached some photos, if anyone sees her will you please let me know, 022 123 8832.
Thanks so much,
Alana.

2288 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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2288 days ago

Volunteer at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

Have you ever wanted to get closer to our exhibitions, collections and give back to the people of Auckland? Becoming a Weekend Information Desk Volunteer is a great way to get amongst it at Auckland Museum!

If you’re a friendly, helpful person who would enjoy helping visitors and you’ve got … View more
Have you ever wanted to get closer to our exhibitions, collections and give back to the people of Auckland? Becoming a Weekend Information Desk Volunteer is a great way to get amongst it at Auckland Museum!

If you’re a friendly, helpful person who would enjoy helping visitors and you’ve got a knack for communicating clearly, we would love to hear from you. You’ll receive full workshop-based training to make sure you’re skilled to field questions and provide helpful information to Museum visitors.

We ask for a commitment of approximately one half-day shift per week or per fortnight, typically on Saturday or Sunday. We would love to hear from you if you have availability on Fridays and/or Mondays also. We are seeking people who are able to make a genuine, long-lasting commitment to being an Auckland Museum volunteer

Here’s your chance to help shape the experience people from Auckland, the rest of New Zealand and the rest of the world have at Auckland Museum.
Apply here!

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2288 days ago

We are your friendly residential property managers

Deepak from Windsor Park

We at Fair Rentals Limited offer a complete range of residential property management services.
Services offered to clients:

->Maximizing Return on investment for investors/property owners
->Customized services to landlords.
->Letting services for both managed and casual listings
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We at Fair Rentals Limited offer a complete range of residential property management services.
Services offered to clients:

->Maximizing Return on investment for investors/property owners
->Customized services to landlords.
->Letting services for both managed and casual listings
->Palace liquid – The cloud based latest and effective property management software in property management
->Monthly owner statements that keep track of income and expenses for accurate reporting, Year-end owner statements.
->Tenancy Checks including current/past landlord/property manager
->Credit checks run on new tenants
->Three Monthly routine inspections
->Tenant moving in and moving out inspections
->Sourcing quality tradesmen who are cost-effective
->Zero Rent Arrears Policy
->Zero Vacancy
->Managing water care/body corp/insurance/rates on behalf of property owners
->repairs including plumbing, electrical, drain-laying, oven, dishwasher, roofing, water-blasting, electrical works etc.
->Major upgrades e.g. roof and patio installations etc

Please do visit our website on www.fairrentals.co.nz... and feel free to reach us via cell phone 020 4111 2333‬ or landline
09 392 3000 or email: info@fairrentals.co.nz

We offer "Peace of Mind" to all landlords.
Yours sincerely,

Team,
Fair Rentals Ltd.

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2288 days ago

Exclusive Online Range

Preema Mehta from Sweet Charity

Its Spring and time to run around and get fit. If you are looking for branded sportswear at really awesome low prices, visit our website www.sweetcharity.co.nz... and shop for these amazing shoes.

Limited range so hurry before we run out!!

Negotiable

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2288 days ago

Volunteers Needed

Preema Mehta from Sweet Charity

We are currently seeking volunteers for our little op shop in Glenfield, North Shore. If you have a spare 4 hours on a Wednesday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm & are interested in giving back to the community please contact Holly at 022 422 6885 or via email info@sweetcharity.co.nz. Tell your … View moreWe are currently seeking volunteers for our little op shop in Glenfield, North Shore. If you have a spare 4 hours on a Wednesday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm & are interested in giving back to the community please contact Holly at 022 422 6885 or via email info@sweetcharity.co.nz. Tell your friends, Mum, Papa, Grandma...tell everyone!

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