Grey Lynn, 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!

108 days ago

NEW over-shoulder heat pack - Morgan and Finch brand (RRP $44.95)

Lola from Auckland Central

Over-shoulder microwaveable heat pack available. Made from natural beads/pebbles, not wheat, so can survive getting wet accidentally.

NEW condition, never used. Got as a gift for someone but never ended up giving it to them. Unfortunately I missed my chance to return it!

Morgan and Finch … View more
Over-shoulder microwaveable heat pack available. Made from natural beads/pebbles, not wheat, so can survive getting wet accidentally.

NEW condition, never used. Got as a gift for someone but never ended up giving it to them. Unfortunately I missed my chance to return it!

Morgan and Finch designer brand. RRP $44.95.

Pick-up Auckland CBD. Can possible drop off and/or ship at cost if needed (depending on location--please ask in questions).

Price: $25

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108 days ago

House moving sell: desk,heater,iron,hair dryer,shoes dryer,Cheese knife set

Elaine from Mount Eden

As in pictures. All in good used condition.

Heater 2000w: $30
Mini heater fan:$8 each
Electric blanket: Queen size $50 Double size:$20
Hair Dryer:$8
Cheese knife set:$20
Kitchen scale:$10 brand new

Negotiable

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109 days ago

Large Mens Cashmere Blend Coat

Ross from Herne Bay

This overcoat has only been worn twice. It cost me a small fortune, but it's too big for me really.
I'm de-cluttering and i haven't worn it for a few years.

Very nice and warm and suave.

I'm 5'11" medium size. I normally wear a 42R (US) mens suit jacket. I think… View more
This overcoat has only been worn twice. It cost me a small fortune, but it's too big for me really.
I'm de-cluttering and i haven't worn it for a few years.

Very nice and warm and suave.

I'm 5'11" medium size. I normally wear a 42R (US) mens suit jacket. I think I thought because it is an overcoat it needs to be really large. I'm kind of swimming in it.

it's in prefect condition. Not a mark on it.

Price: $195

110 days ago

Lulu's Village Life

Charles Upham 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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110 days ago

Lulu's Village Life

Logan Campbell 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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110 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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110 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.
Find out more

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110 days ago

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

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Eden

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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111 days ago

Wanting someone to water blast 10 small cottages. Do you know a reasonably priced person or business to do this.i do have a water blaster that I can supply.

Nancy from Mount Eden

Wanting a person or business to waterblast several small cottages. Can supply a water blaster if needed.

111 days ago

AUCKLAND HOBBIES FAIR =This Weekend 6th Freemans Bay -Auck

Don from Westmere

AUCKLAND HOBBIES FAIR =This Weekend 6th SEPT Freemans Bay -Auckland's Freemans bay community hall at 11am-3pm. if you don't like queuing, came about midday or after .. note ::: :::: this is the last meeting at this hall due to a church group using it for the future. The new venue next … View moreAUCKLAND HOBBIES FAIR =This Weekend 6th SEPT Freemans Bay -Auckland's Freemans bay community hall at 11am-3pm. if you don't like queuing, came about midday or after .. note ::: :::: this is the last meeting at this hall due to a church group using it for the future. The new venue next April will be TE ATATU NTH COMM HALL .

121 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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118 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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112 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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113 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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113 days ago

French vintage style iron shelf

Julia from Westmere

High build quality, very sturdy, heavy frame. In good condition.
Has four shelves and can be hung either way up.

The metal frame comes with a set of wooden boards a set of aerated concrete (AAC) blocks for an alternative look.

Dimensions:
H:1500W:595D:350
Distance between shelves(from … View more
High build quality, very sturdy, heavy frame. In good condition.
Has four shelves and can be hung either way up.

The metal frame comes with a set of wooden boards a set of aerated concrete (AAC) blocks for an alternative look.

Dimensions:
H:1500W:595D:350
Distance between shelves(from outside edge)
Top-1: 305mm
1-2: 335mm
2-3: 333mm
3-4: 335mm
4-Bottom: 70mm

Pick up in Central Auckland.

Price: $220

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