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Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View moreCome and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Hi lovely Neighbours. Would love some recommendations for a gutter cleaner, for a friend of mine based on the Shore. Cheers Helen
Be in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can … View moreBe in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can watch the game.
- x2 food & beverage vouchers
- x1 goodie bag and blues jersey.
- Visiting the commentary box
- Being taken to the field side-line where you can watch the team warm-up.
Terms and conditions apply
Big Save 2.5 seater (193cm x 87cm x 90cm) & 2 seater (170cm x 87cm x 90cm) (cushions not included).
Sage green with a slight hint of burgundy stripe.
Very good condition (no rips or tears).
Pick up Northcote please.
Add a touch of cosy luxury to your space! 🤍 Our Sheepskin Floor Cushions bring comfort, texture, and warmth to any room – perfect for the lounge, bedroom, or even your outdoor seating area or patio. ✨
💨 Hurry! Limited colours and stock – once they’re gone, they’re gone for good!
Air fryers have surged in popularity in recent years, with their uses expanding well beyond chips — from cooking meats to baking desserts.
Do you think the air fryer could ever replace the traditional oven?
It's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi … View moreIt's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi song that you still absolutely love?
Doors open Thursday 22nd to this iconic event! Check it all out with a special Neighbourly 2 for 1 ticket offer
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration, innovation and exclusive show specials at the Auckland Home and Garden Show on Thursday the 22nd to Sunday the 25th of May at Eden Park! Join … View moreDoors open Thursday 22nd to this iconic event! Check it all out with a special Neighbourly 2 for 1 ticket offer
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration, innovation and exclusive show specials at the Auckland Home and Garden Show on Thursday the 22nd to Sunday the 25th of May at Eden Park! Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with 180+ exhibitors showcasing a huge variety for your homes, gardens and lifestyle. Featuring everything kitchens, bathrooms, landscaping & plants, home maintenance, flooring, artisan foods, artists, spas, homewares, solar solutions and so much more!
Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp at one of the many free Ask an Expert sessions. Enjoy a delicious variety of street food, get creative with Resene Paint a Pot, with awesome giveaways from the team at Resene for the kids. There is something for everyone at the Show.
Doors open Thursday 22nd to Sunday at Eden Park, the Auckland Home & Garden Show.
Thu, Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Eden Park
Adults $5
Gold Card Thursday and Friday $2.50
Under 16 free .
The Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 … View moreThe Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 workers in traditionally female-dominated roles like teachers and support workers.
Do you support this new change?
At last autumn rains have saturated the soil, loosening weeds and opening the soil for planting.
Tomorrow, Sunday 11th May (Mothers' Day), we will once again hold the North Shore Wilds roadside native plant stand at Gahnia Grove, our restoration site in Eskdale Reserve, (around 230 Glenfield … View moreAt last autumn rains have saturated the soil, loosening weeds and opening the soil for planting.
Tomorrow, Sunday 11th May (Mothers' Day), we will once again hold the North Shore Wilds roadside native plant stand at Gahnia Grove, our restoration site in Eskdale Reserve, (around 230 Glenfield Rd, near the petrol station).
Small Kawakawa from $3 each or 4 for $10, Carex flagellifera from $5, larger kawakawa and Carex $8 and $10, plus Scrambling Fuchsia and a few other bits and pieces.
Also for sale will be our specially printed Gift Cards for a home garden ecology assessment, discovering hidden and unknown native ground covers, grasses and shrubs, identifying the weeds, and suggesting a strategy of natural, low-energy techniques for replacement of weeds by a diverse, healthy native plant community, with specific techniques of manual weed control. for kikuyu, Tradescantia, ginger, privets, weed vines, or whatever you have.
See more about our plants, tuition and landcare services at northshorewilds.co.nz...
These wheat bags called 'Waiora Wheetie' are completely unique, with 3 panels to wear across neck and shoulders and other aching body parts.
Also great as a cold pack in the freezer.
Great to warm babies cott or your pillow or bed.
FREE PICKUP (to Neighbourly members only) or … View moreThese wheat bags called 'Waiora Wheetie' are completely unique, with 3 panels to wear across neck and shoulders and other aching body parts.
Also great as a cold pack in the freezer.
Great to warm babies cott or your pillow or bed.
FREE PICKUP (to Neighbourly members only) or PLUS $8.00 FREIGHT
FREIGHT BASED ON ONE WHEATBAG WITHIN URBAN NZ. FOR ORDERS FOR MORE THAN ONE OR IN RURAL AREAS WILL NEED TO GET BACK TO YOU WITH QUOTES
Hi Community, I need to learn about investing in NZX, Any guy can help me to learn and initiate the process?
Throughout the month, food and products across New Zealand get recalled for various reasons. Click on the blue title to read more about why the item has been recalled.
Food recalls:
Ārepa Brain drink
Imported whole frozen anchovies
New World Ravenswood cordon bleu
… View moreThroughout the month, food and products across New Zealand get recalled for various reasons. Click on the blue title to read more about why the item has been recalled.
Food recalls:
Ārepa Brain drink
Imported whole frozen anchovies
New World Ravenswood cordon bleu
Little Island hokey pokey coconut ice cream
Pams afghan oat baked bars
Product recalls:
Postie various baby merino clothing
Santa Cruz Heckler E-bike
PPG Paints Easycoat interior paint - sold at Bunnings
Tikiri dino teethers - sold at Sleep Store, Auckland Zoo, Mighty Ape and other retailers
North Face Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots
Anko wooden Fire truck - sold at Kmart
Panda Mart candle light
H&M children's pyjama sets
Didn't see last month's list of recalls? Click here to browse that list too.
From now until 12 May, receive a $15 store credit when you purchase a gift certificate worth $100 or more from The Sheepskin Factory! 💝
It’s the perfect last-minute gift idea for Mother’s Day—or just to spoil someone special! 🌷
Take the guesswork out of square foot growing with this simple homemade spacing guide, complete with Resene colour-coded holes for easy planting and a dibber to sow seeds at the desired depth. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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