Hobsonville, Auckland

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Got any recipes for great festive treats?

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2196 days ago

Don't get caught out by these Auckland motorway closures...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

NZTA is advising of closures for motorway improvements from December 17-21. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am.

These affect parts of the Northern Motorway (SH1). Southern Motorway (SH1), … View more
NZTA is advising of closures for motorway improvements from December 17-21. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am.

These affect parts of the Northern Motorway (SH1). Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18). and Southwestern Motorway (SH20). Specific details can be found here.

Please follow the signposted detours.

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2197 days ago

Direct to Airport for less

SkyBus Airport Express

Are you paying too much to get to the Airport?

SkyBus jets you direct to Auckland Airport for just $24 one way. Enjoy express travel, FREE WiFi and unlimited luggage. Frequent departures from Akoranga, Smales Farm and Albany (Westfield).

SkyBus. It’s the fast and affordable way to get to … View more
Are you paying too much to get to the Airport?

SkyBus jets you direct to Auckland Airport for just $24 one way. Enjoy express travel, FREE WiFi and unlimited luggage. Frequent departures from Akoranga, Smales Farm and Albany (Westfield).

SkyBus. It’s the fast and affordable way to get to the Airport.

Get tickets at skybus.co.nz/northharbour or download the new SkyBus app.
Buy tickets online

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2198 days ago

Have you won a SIX60 double pass?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View more
Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here). We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
Have you won?

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2198 days ago

Lamp table

Kenny from Greenhithe

Solid wood table, for a lamp, indoor pots or other ornament. Surplus to requirements.

Free

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2198 days ago

Study table and chair

Kenny from Greenhithe

Study table and chair for kids. Surplus to requirements.

Free

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2198 days ago

Outdoor umbrella

Kenny from Greenhithe

Outdoor umbrella, the canvas is quite worn. It still works but needs replacing. Comes with the base. Pick up Greenhithe.

Free

2199 days ago

We’re adjusting the electorate boundaries

Electoral Commission

We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View more
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.

Have your say now at vote.nz
Find out more

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2199 days ago

Round the Bays

The Team from Auckland Council

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back! Join us on Sunday 8 March 2020 to enjoy a walk, run or dance with your friends and whanau along Auckland’s waterfront.

To help you get ready, we have a great $149 package (worth over $200!) which includes:
● Single adult event entry
● Three month… View more
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back! Join us on Sunday 8 March 2020 to enjoy a walk, run or dance with your friends and whanau along Auckland’s waterfront.

To help you get ready, we have a great $149 package (worth over $200!) which includes:
● Single adult event entry
● Three month ‘Corporate’ all-access Auckland Council Pools & Leisure membership (gym, pool, spa, aqua/group fitness classes) with access to over 40 sites, Auckland-wide
● Access to a social run club
● Be part of the ‘Get active your way’ team and get a team t-shirt or singlet
● Fun at Madill's Farm!
Find out more

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2199 days ago

Are you a recent home buyer? or a retiree in your own home?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to … View moreHi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to their retirement goals

Can you help? Email susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

2200 days ago

NZ Bus services running as normal from today

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Aucklanders, NZ Bus services have resumed, following six days of driver suspensions affecting approximately 70,000 trips daily. The suspensions came as bus drivers stopped accepting passenger fares, in a bid for better pay work hours. On Thursday, First Union and Tramways withdrew industrial … View moreHi Aucklanders, NZ Bus services have resumed, following six days of driver suspensions affecting approximately 70,000 trips daily. The suspensions came as bus drivers stopped accepting passenger fares, in a bid for better pay work hours. On Thursday, First Union and Tramways withdrew industrial action after Auckland Council got involved with concerns of the suspension's impact on the city's public transport. However, union members and NZ Bus are yet to come to an agreement.
Were you able to catch your normal bus this morning?

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2199 days ago

How much did your mayoral favourite spend?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, the details are out on how much the mayoral candidates spent in their election campaigns, and where that money came from. The social agency trust which John Tamihere heads, put $100,000 towards his half million dollar campaign. What do you think ? Read the story below:

2200 days ago

Luxury Care Suites in Browns Bay

Oceania Healthcare

Enjoy a carefree summer all season long in a luxury Care Suite at The Sands.

Across the road from beautiful Browns Bay beach, our Care Suites combine Rest Home and Hospital level care with some of the most stunning views in Auckland.

Thanks to our welcoming and well-maintained rooms, and the… View more
Enjoy a carefree summer all season long in a luxury Care Suite at The Sands.

Across the road from beautiful Browns Bay beach, our Care Suites combine Rest Home and Hospital level care with some of the most stunning views in Auckland.

Thanks to our welcoming and well-maintained rooms, and the bustling shops and cafes nearby, it’s also the perfect place for friends and family to visit.

The Sands is located at 9 Bayview Road, Browns Bay, Auckland.

Discover your new home today.
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2200 days ago

Beat the queue this Christmas with Printicular

Printicular

With Christmas just around the corner, beat the Christmas queues this year with Printicular! 🎅

Printicular lets you print photos from your phone or computer anytime, anywhere, with same day pick up from your local Warehouse Stationery.

Check out our range of print and poster options and … View more
With Christmas just around the corner, beat the Christmas queues this year with Printicular! 🎅

Printicular lets you print photos from your phone or computer anytime, anywhere, with same day pick up from your local Warehouse Stationery.

Check out our range of print and poster options and give the gift of cherished memories to your loved ones in just a few clicks!
Learn more

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2200 days ago

Recipe: Shortbread

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Looking for a Christmas Special Recipe? Try baking our delicious easy Shortbread recipe.

Message:
This classic shortbread recipe is based on one from Edmond's Cookbook and is great to get the kids started on. Most shortbread recipes use caster sugar but I find that beginner cooks have … View more
Looking for a Christmas Special Recipe? Try baking our delicious easy Shortbread recipe.

Message:
This classic shortbread recipe is based on one from Edmond's Cookbook and is great to get the kids started on. Most shortbread recipes use caster sugar but I find that beginner cooks have greater success using icing sugar which is quick to cream.

Ingredients
225 g Butter, cut into cubes

225 g Flour

125 g Cornflour

125 g Icing sugar


Check out the full recipe on the link below.

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