Hillcrest, 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!

1839 days ago

Do you know what to do in the garden this weekend?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our ezine Get Growing has all the info you need. This week, we say reap the rewards of growing your own cherries. Cover tomatoes to beat the birds, protect crops from windy weather, label seedheads for saving, move potted crops into partial shade, and plump up garlic, onions and shallots.
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Our ezine Get Growing has all the info you need. This week, we say reap the rewards of growing your own cherries. Cover tomatoes to beat the birds, protect crops from windy weather, label seedheads for saving, move potted crops into partial shade, and plump up garlic, onions and shallots.
Turn pine cones into a summery wreath; take a look at Yates new book Top Edible Plants for Pots (and how not to kill them); plus go in the draw to win Kent & Stowe hand tools from Tui and a 2021 NZ Gardener Garden Diary.

Subscribe now for more great tips and prizes!

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1839 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1839 days ago

Change a life this Christmas!

World Vision

Don't just give the same old thing this year.

Give a World Vision Smiles gift guaranteed to change lives!

When you gift a goat or help a girl get an education in honour of your friends or family, you can change the world for kids and families in great need.

No other gift can compare… View more
Don't just give the same old thing this year.

Give a World Vision Smiles gift guaranteed to change lives!

When you gift a goat or help a girl get an education in honour of your friends or family, you can change the world for kids and families in great need.

No other gift can compare to a pathway out of poverty. A goat will give a family nutritious milk and extra income! Make every gift count this Christmas.

Each gift comes with a card explaining your extraordinary impact. No wrapping – win!
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1840 days ago

Neighbours Day 2021

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Neighbours Day Aotearoa on March 20th-30th 2021 has even more ways you can get involved this year! Our theme for 2021 is 'The Great Plant Swap' and if you are one of the first 200 to register with us, we will send you a packet of seeds to get you started!

If you love your annual BBQ, … View more
Neighbours Day Aotearoa on March 20th-30th 2021 has even more ways you can get involved this year! Our theme for 2021 is 'The Great Plant Swap' and if you are one of the first 200 to register with us, we will send you a packet of seeds to get you started!

If you love your annual BBQ, street party or the like - that is awesome! Get in early with your registration and tell us about the event you're planning and we'll send you seeds too! (We are good like that!)

We are also encouraging people to write something about their neighbours, communities and/or acts of neighbourliness with Notes for neighbours - poems, reflections or any sort of note! We will share these on our Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be chosen to be made into posters to share across the country.

Check out our website and register your event, big or small today!

www.neighboursday.org.nz...

1840 days ago

Experience the Ryman Care Difference

It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’… View more
It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’ guide paints a picture of the care, kindness and comfort that our residents experience every day. It offers a comprehensive guide to rest home, hospital and specialist dementia care, as well as our serviced apartment options. So, for the inside knowledge into what makes a Ryman care centre different, check out our guide.
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1841 days ago

water kefir grains to give away

Manasi from Beach Haven

Greetings, I have only few Water Kefir Grains left to share, they are popular and people have been picking them up. So if anyone is keen please contact me here. 🍁

1841 days ago

Water Kefir grains to share

Manasi from Beach Haven

Hello everyone,

I have only few Water Kefir Grains left to share, they are popular and people have been picking them up. So if anyone is keen please contact me here. 🍁

1842 days ago

Seated Tai Chi at Highbury House

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

New in 2021 at Highbury Community House.
Seated Tai Chi.
Tai Chi is a slow and gentle exercise practised seated and standing.

Scientific studies show that the practice of tai chi improves and prevents almost all chronic conditions including arthritis, heart disease and diabetes in addition it … View more
New in 2021 at Highbury Community House.
Seated Tai Chi.
Tai Chi is a slow and gentle exercise practised seated and standing.

Scientific studies show that the practice of tai chi improves and prevents almost all chronic conditions including arthritis, heart disease and diabetes in addition it improves balance, immunity and reduces stress. In-fact tai chi improves practically every aspect of health and it is fun to learn.

Contact Sherie to book Sherie Vis, Tai Chi and Qigong Step by Step
021536411
sherie@taichikiwi.nz

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1841 days ago

Looking for your next group outing?

Round The Bays

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your … View more
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your Hospitality Package so you’re booked for a fantastic day out!

#RTB2021
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1841 days ago

Outstanding value in a central location

Safari Group

With record low interest rates, there's never been a better time to invest in property.

Ellerslie is fast becoming one of the city's most popular suburbs, and Safari Group's The Residences at Central Park is an exciting development comprising a range of studio, one, and … View more
With record low interest rates, there's never been a better time to invest in property.

Ellerslie is fast becoming one of the city's most popular suburbs, and Safari Group's The Residences at Central Park is an exciting development comprising a range of studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments at a surprisingly attractive price point.

As a successful and well-respected investor-focused company, that has been bringing similar properties to market for 25 years, Safari Group manages the whole process, from design and construction, through to marketing, sales and even management.

Their broad experience and attention to detail means that potential buyers are assured of a quality investment, which will deliver excellent returns, for those looking for cash flow positive investments

Solidly constructed, with concrete reinforced piles, the concrete and steel exterior is elegantly clad with pre-finished aluminium curtain wall, ensuring comfortable assimilation into the built environment.
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1842 days ago

English Website Designer

Rick from Hauraki

I became aware of a highly qualified English Lady web designer who lived in units at 14 or 15 Hart Road, Hauraki and was on Neighbourly.

A friend of mine is looking for an experienced website designer.

Can anyone help me find her.

Thanks Rick 0204-0203663

1848 days ago

Your favourite ever summer holiday

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View more
Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.

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1842 days ago

CONSULTING SERVICES

Muriel from Beach Haven

Resolve your DIY and Self Build problems with low cost Design and Technical advice by independent specialist in the fields of construction, design, interiors, space planning, landscaping to save you time and and make your project trouble free. Fees $60.00 per hour with minimum initial time 2 … View moreResolve your DIY and Self Build problems with low cost Design and Technical advice by independent specialist in the fields of construction, design, interiors, space planning, landscaping to save you time and and make your project trouble free. Fees $60.00 per hour with minimum initial time 2 hours. Call Ken Garrett on 021677295.

1842 days ago

Art Classes at Highbury House

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Just two places left for term 1 2021 class.
$165 which includes all materials
email admin@highburyhouse.org.nz to book or call 09 480 5279.

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1842 days ago

True sugar waxing at Bare Care

Bare Care

Why you may like to choose Bare Care for your next waxing session?

1. Bare Care is one of few hair removal salons in Auckland that is using true sugaring.
2. Sugaring is a gentle and effective hair removal method. It removes hairs from roots and cares about the skin.
3. Long-lasting result.
4. … View more
Why you may like to choose Bare Care for your next waxing session?

1. Bare Care is one of few hair removal salons in Auckland that is using true sugaring.
2. Sugaring is a gentle and effective hair removal method. It removes hairs from roots and cares about the skin.
3. Long-lasting result.
4. Sugar waxing reduces hairs regrow ratio.
5. Fewer chances to ingrown hairs after sugaring.


Sugaring is a way to get rid of unwanted hairs. Sugaring extracts hairs in a natural way of growth and cares about the skin on peel off. Sugar paste grabs hair only and adheres to the skin just a little bit, which makes hair removal procedure more comfortable and stress-free.
Sugaring reduces hairs regrow ratio and doesn't cause ingrown hairs.

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