Hobsonville, Auckland

3003 days ago

Conservation Week photo competition

The Team from Department of Conservation

It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree … View more
It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree or cleaning up beaches or streams.

Find out more here:
www.doc.govt.nz...

#LoveMyBackYard #ConservationWeek

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3003 days ago

Myrtle rust could explode this spring.

Ministry for Primary Industries

If you see myrtle rust, please don’t touch it – report it!

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa and mānuka. It absolutely thrives in spring, making it much easier to spot.

Help us track myrtle rust and control its spread.

DO NOT … View more
If you see myrtle rust, please don’t touch it – report it!

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa and mānuka. It absolutely thrives in spring, making it much easier to spot.

Help us track myrtle rust and control its spread.

DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT.

Take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.

Thanks for helping us fight myrtle rust.
Find out more

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3004 days ago

Don't be an egg, win a $200 Prezzy® card!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a… View more
Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a $200 Prezzy® card on offer for one lucky Neighbourly member.

Simply post your "Don't be an egg, switch to the Kiwi" clip on Electric Kiwi’s Facebook page with the hashtag #SwitchToTheKiwi, and tag Neighbourly in your message to let us know you’ve entered. Check out Electric Kiwi's competition guidelines here.

We'll announce the Neighbourly winner on 31 October 2017, so you better get cracking!

3004 days ago

Love your weekend - explore South Auckland

The Team from

The south’s rich mix of cultures is mirrored in the exciting art, music and cultural festivals, and traces of former Māori settlements still remain after 800 years. The region is one of contrasts – markets and fine dining, gardens and glamping, wine and walking tracks. There’s heaps to doView moreThe south’s rich mix of cultures is mirrored in the exciting art, music and cultural festivals, and traces of former Māori settlements still remain after 800 years. The region is one of contrasts – markets and fine dining, gardens and glamping, wine and walking tracks. There’s heaps to do for families, including feeding farm animals, a tropical butterfly house, paintball and the rides at Rainbow’s End theme park. Find out more

3005 days ago

LOST PETS - Register On These Sites + FREE Posters To Make & Upload Photos

Sheralee from Te Atatu Peninsula

Here are 2 sites you can register pets missing below: plus the Animal Register site offers making up free lost pet posters. Included a direct link if you are not on fb.

www.facebook.com......
www.animalregister.co.nz......
www.petsonthenet.co.nz......

3005 days ago

Fighting to save an urban food forest in the heart of Auckland

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello Aucklanders, here's another eco warrior in your midst. Trevor Crosby is in the running to be NZ Gardener's GARDENA Gardener of the Year 2017.

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3005 days ago

What do 3-7 year olds need to learn? Nathan Wallis Presentation

The team from Torbay Playcentre

Don't miss your chance to spend an evening with renowned neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis. Focusing on the developing brain, his presentation is a ‘must see’ for parents/caregivers with preschool and school-aged children, and professionals working with young children.

Wed 8 Nov 2017
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Don't miss your chance to spend an evening with renowned neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis. Focusing on the developing brain, his presentation is a ‘must see’ for parents/caregivers with preschool and school-aged children, and professionals working with young children.

Wed 8 Nov 2017
Doors open 7pm - interactive presentation 7.30pm
The Salvation Army Albany Bays - 90 Rosedale Road, Albany
$40.00 pp - includes cake & coffee

Limited tickets available (and selling fast!). Book yours now from iticket.

Proceeds will help Torbay Playcentre fund a much needed upgrade to their outdoor play space. Thanks for your support!
Buy tickets now

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3007 days ago

Poll: Do you celebrate Halloween?

Rhonwyn Newson Reporter from North Harbour News

Halloween is celebrated on October 31. It is particularly popular in the US and Ireland, and is gaining popularity in New Zealand.

But it's not for everyone.

What do you think? Is celebrating Halloween neighbourly fun, or not?

Vote in our poll and let us know your thoughts in the … View more
Halloween is celebrated on October 31. It is particularly popular in the US and Ireland, and is gaining popularity in New Zealand.

But it's not for everyone.

What do you think? Is celebrating Halloween neighbourly fun, or not?

Vote in our poll and let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Please write NFP (Not For Print) if you don't want your comments published in print.

PS - It's easy to opt out of Halloween. Simply print off one the signs below and stick it to your door or fence.

Do you celebrate Halloween?
  • 23.5% I love Halloween, it's fun!
    23.5% Complete
  • 76.5% Halloween should not be celebrated in NZ
    76.5% Complete
17 votes
3006 days ago

Smile - It's BRICK and TILE!

Veronica from West Harbour

Low maintenance Brick and Tile home on a sought-after corner site.
Built in 2004, This house is well insulated, warm and dry!
4 Bedrooms. Master with ensuite.
Newly painted and carpeted in 2015.
Alarmed and with an automatic double garage.
Large new deck, with a beautiful peaceful outlook.
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Low maintenance Brick and Tile home on a sought-after corner site.
Built in 2004, This house is well insulated, warm and dry!
4 Bedrooms. Master with ensuite.
Newly painted and carpeted in 2015.
Alarmed and with an automatic double garage.
Large new deck, with a beautiful peaceful outlook.
Great location, with an easy walk to Glen Eden Shops, Train station and Parrs Park
Builders reports welcomed – this home is solid and well maintained, ideal for your first family home.
Owner has an offer in on another property, so needs this one sold to realise his dream. Make an appointment now to view this must-see property.
www.trademe.co.nz...
OPEN HOMES 7th and 8th of October 2:30-3pm
64 Woodbank Drive, Glen Eden.
Julian - 0211921974
Veronica - 0211401695

Price: $779,000

3006 days ago

AT Park app

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

The AT Park lets you pay for on street parking straight from your phone, find out more about the app here: AT.govt.nz/atpark

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