Hobsonville, Auckland

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

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

2247 days ago

Who's setting off fireworks tonight?! 😄💥

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.

❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.

🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from … View more
Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.

❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.

🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from flammable items such as trees, grasses, gas tanks, and wood.

💦 3. Keep a bucket of water or hose nearby.

👧 4. Children should never light fireworks themselves and need to be supervised closely at all times.

🧰 5. Keep all unlit fireworks in a secure bag or container away from any source of fire until they are ready to be used.

📞 6. Be considerate and let neighbours know if you're planning to set off fireworks. Aim to finish at a reasonable time.

🐱 7. Keep pets comfortable and secure inside. The loud booms and flashing lights can easily scare them off.

🐮 8. Avoid lighting off fireworks around farm animals and be aware of any newborns or elderly neighbours who may also be affected. If possible, change locations to somewhere that minimises any disturbances.

🌿 9. Be a tidy Kiwi and let's work together to keep New Zealand beautiful! Clean up any any rubbish and leave your spot better than you found it.

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2248 days ago

You’re invited to our Open Day

Arena Living

Come along to our Open Day at Knightsbridge Village, 21 Graham Collins Drive and take a look around our vibrant community for active over-65s.

We have a selection of low-maintenance homes available now, all with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living. They’re perfect for … View more
Come along to our Open Day at Knightsbridge Village, 21 Graham Collins Drive and take a look around our vibrant community for active over-65s.

We have a selection of low-maintenance homes available now, all with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living. They’re perfect for entertaining – your friends will never want to leave.

There’s a sociable and welcoming atmosphere that you can feel as soon as you arrive at Knightsbridge. We love welcoming new neighbours, so join us between 10am – 1pm or call Rowena on 0800 774 635. We’d love to see you there.
Find out more

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2248 days ago

Poll: When do you start Christmas shopping?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With Christmas coming up next month, it could be time to start thinking about gift shopping!

Are you one of those lucky people who can whip together some cool gift ideas a few days before, or are you prepared months in advance? When do you start your Christmas shopping? Vote in the poll below.

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When do you start Christmas shopping?
  • 37.1% I start a few months before
    37.1% Complete
  • 23.3% I leave it until the last minute
    23.3% Complete
  • 37% Gifts aren't a priority for me
    37% Complete
  • 2.6% I do gift shopping on boxing day
    2.6% Complete
1326 votes
2248 days ago

Christmas Gifts!!

Hobsonville Optometrists from Hobsonville

Christmas has arrived at Hobsonville Optometrists- Glasses & Gifts.
Come in and view our wonderful range :)

2248 days ago

We have our winner of the NZ House & Garden House Tours double pass!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

Congratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some … View moreCongratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some next year! If you're yet to secure your tickets for the House Tours, you can do so here: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...

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2248 days ago

Live Life To The Fullest

Anthea from Lifestyle Happy Place

🧡 Someone told me yesterday that we are going to die one day. I thought, True!

🧡But then I thought, why do so many people not use that as motivation to reach for the stars and get that dream job, travel, money, love. You know, find their HAPPY PLACE!

🧡Its fear of change, I know it … View more
🧡 Someone told me yesterday that we are going to die one day. I thought, True!

🧡But then I thought, why do so many people not use that as motivation to reach for the stars and get that dream job, travel, money, love. You know, find their HAPPY PLACE!

🧡Its fear of change, I know it because I have overcome change a lot and great things have happened. That's why I love to help people move forward in life.

🧡 Everyday is a blessing, to hug my daughter, to kiss my husband, to laugh with my dad, to high five my teen.

🧡Everyday will be different, change is inevitable, people will come and go.

🧡Make your everyday count! Create a happy change, create a legacy, move forward and be happy doing it🤗🥰

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2249 days ago

If you can be anything, be kind

Anthea from Lifestyle Happy Place

Kindness is making someone smile if only for a while.

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2250 days ago

Safeswim your summer essential

The Team from Auckland Council

Before you plunge into the water this summer, we recommend you go online to safeswim.org.nz.

The Safeswim website provides location-specific, real-time information on water quality and swimming conditions at your favourite swimming spots.
Learn more

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2251 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.

For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
Book now

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2251 days ago

Switch to LEDs for the climate

Andrew Caseley from Gen Less

Kahutara Primary School in Featherston is switching to LEDs. All LEDs are Gen Less bulbs as they use less energy, which ultimately helps halt climate change. If we all got on board and switched now it would make a huge difference
#BeGenLess #GenLessBulbs <
Make the switch

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2251 days ago

It's all fun and games!

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Keep the kids happy and create this fun cube style games table from a MDF storage box and a few Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2251 days ago

From the wrong crowd to all right on the night

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Life was tough for Dontae Marino. But now he has been handed an award by Governor-General Dame Patsy Reddy and is a role model for youngsters.

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2251 days ago

🙅‍♀️ It’s Not OK - November 1st to 30th 🙅‍♂️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home. For the month of November, we want to raise awareness and work together to end all forms of violence including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home. For the month of November, we want to raise awareness and work together to end all forms of violence including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more. These victimisations affect us all and can have lasting effects that spill into our everyday lives including at work and school.

To do your part this month, perhaps consider supporting a women’s refuge or work with Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder or child abuse in your community. This month’s campaign also coincides with White Ribbon Day on 25 November which is an internationally celebrated day that aims to prevent violence towards women.

Let us know how you’re spreading the ‘It’s Not OK’ message in your home or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZendviolence

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2253 days ago

Poll: Should dogs be allowed in cafes?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Dogs lolling beneath cafe tables while their owners sip lattes or glasses of pinot would have been unthinkable 30 years ago.

Now it is just the way Kiwis roll, with a raft of dog-friendly dining options available throughout the country. What do you think? Should dogs be allowed in cafes?

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Should dogs be allowed in cafes?
  • 19.6% Absolutely not - cafes are for humans
    19.6% Complete
  • 25% Definitely - I think it's a great idea
    25% Complete
  • 14.5% It depends on the cafe
    14.5% Complete
  • 40.8% Only in cafes with outdoor areas
    40.8% Complete
2140 votes
2251 days ago

The $1.3 million publicly-funded rideshare rides on

Todd Niall Reporter from North Harbour News

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Transport's $1.3 million rideshare experiment is subsiding each ride by $11.72, and 48 per cent of trips are Devonport folk travelling solo to or from their ferry. Good way to spend money? Read the story below:

(Please type NFP if your comment is not for print)

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