Hobsonville, 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!

2616 days ago

Check out the latest SuperSeniors newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.

In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.

In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose the right internet plan and we learn more about how to become a Dementia Friend.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view past editions go to www.superseniors.msd.govt.nz...

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2616 days ago

Poll: What are you handing out for Halloween this year?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Halloween is always associated with truckloads of candy! But this year it seems like things are changing and healthy snacks might be on the menu. Is this the case for you?

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What are you handing out for Halloween this year?
  • 25.1% Candy
    25.1% Complete
  • 3.2% Healthy snacks
    3.2% Complete
  • 71.1% Nothing
    71.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Homemade sweet treats
    0.7% Complete
1351 votes
2618 days ago

Poll: Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.

As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.

Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?
  • 59.6% Yes
    59.6% Complete
  • 40.4% No
    40.4% Complete
715 votes
2616 days ago

Resene project of the week!

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Are your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this … View moreAre your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2616 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Henderson

Are your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this … View moreAre your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2616 days ago

Spectacular waterfront dining at Tides

Tides Kitchen

Located at the edge of beautiful Waiake Beach with breath taking panoramic views, Tides Kitchen sits nicely on the beachfront and provides spectacular waterfront dining.

From indulgent mouth-watering breakfast to a full range of specialised European meals, we also provide delightful Movenpick … View more
Located at the edge of beautiful Waiake Beach with breath taking panoramic views, Tides Kitchen sits nicely on the beachfront and provides spectacular waterfront dining.

From indulgent mouth-watering breakfast to a full range of specialised European meals, we also provide delightful Movenpick ice creams, drinks and a full range of desserts.

Our chefs have had over 25 years of experience and aim to provide you with specialised dishes like souvlaki with premium NZ Lamb, mouth-watering pastas, pizzas and salads.

Tides is an extraordinary location for parties and can cater up to 60 people and are fully licensed.
Find out more!

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2616 days ago

Better Home & Living Show ON NOW! Free ticket offer!

Auckland Better Home & Living Show

It’s all about ideas at the Auckland Better Home & Living Show on now: 26-28 October. Check out over 180 exhibitors, exclusive show specials, prizes to win and expert advice.

Hundreds of products, ideas, and innovations for the indoors and out, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to … View more
It’s all about ideas at the Auckland Better Home & Living Show on now: 26-28 October. Check out over 180 exhibitors, exclusive show specials, prizes to win and expert advice.

Hundreds of products, ideas, and innovations for the indoors and out, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to improve your home and lifestyle.

Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp on whether to renovate or detonate at one of the FREE Ask an Expert Sessions.

Friday 26th and Saturday 27th Oct, 10am – 5pm
Sunday 28th Oct, 10am – 4pm
North Shore Events Centre.

Adults $6
Gold Card Friday $3
Under 16 Free
Buy 2 for 1 adult tickets

2617 days ago

Have You Booked Your Inorganic Collection

Sheralee from Te Atatu Peninsula

Go to this link to find all the information:

www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

2617 days ago

Poll: Do you approve of Halloween?

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Harbour News

Hi neighbours. Halloween is almost upon us and it's getting bigger every year. How is it in your neighbourhood? Do you enjoy it - why or why not? In some parts of town, where it has become huge, residents are requesting lolly donations to help them cope. Is it right to ask for donations? Is … View moreHi neighbours. Halloween is almost upon us and it's getting bigger every year. How is it in your neighbourhood? Do you enjoy it - why or why not? In some parts of town, where it has become huge, residents are requesting lolly donations to help them cope. Is it right to ask for donations? Is Halloween becoming too stressful? Do you live in a Halloween-crazed area but prefer to stay out of it?
Let us know in the comments or email caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz with your stories.

[Please type 'NFP' if your comment is not for print.]

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Do you approve of Halloween?
  • 40% Yes - It's a great way to connect with neighbours and it's fun for the kids
    40% Complete
  • 60% No - It's not a Kiwi tradition
    60% Complete
25 votes
2618 days ago

Game is ON!

Mike from Anytime Fitness Hobsonville

🚨🚨 Club Challenge 🚨🚨

⛷ Ski Erg

1 - minute Max Calories

➡️ Try as many times before 31st October
➡️ Must be viewed by our staff/personal trainers
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🚨🚨 Club Challenge 🚨🚨

⛷ Ski Erg

1 - minute Max Calories

➡️ Try as many times before 31st October
➡️ Must be viewed by our staff/personal trainers
➡️ Ask our staff about safe use before trying

Top Female and Top Male win a Anytime Fitness shaker or water bottle!

Give it a go as part of your warm up or a nice little finisher at the end of your session.

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2618 days ago

Two Auckland real estate agents have rummaging around in people's recycling bins.

Sheralee from Te Atatu Peninsula

Two Auckland real estate agents have rummaged around in people's recycling bins. They've been using them to distribute advertising.

Matt O'Brien and Cris Casares, of Barfoot & Thompson, have been told to stop a campaign in which they'd put flyers in recycling bins.

The … View more
Two Auckland real estate agents have rummaged around in people's recycling bins. They've been using them to distribute advertising.

Matt O'Brien and Cris Casares, of Barfoot & Thompson, have been told to stop a campaign in which they'd put flyers in recycling bins.

The flyers suggested neighbours' bins were overflowing with champagne bottles due to their successful property sales. Some residents aren't impressed and have told the agents to stay out of their bins.

But marketing and communications consultant Cas Carter says the negative attention could be good for the campaign. "It has clearly created some controversy but that may have been the intention ... getting people talking, and posting, about the campaign, is giving it a good profile."

Meanwhile, property blogger and real estate salesman Alistair Helm said the negative response wasn't a surprise. The "venomous" feedback was symptomatic of the "challenge that agents face every day in a cut-throat world of fighting for their business."

University of Auckland head of marketing Bodo Lang said it was a risky tactic when an increasing number of people were putting up "no junk mail" signs. The negative reaction was likely due to the invasive nature of the advertising, Lang said.

To top it off, Peter Thompson, the managing director of Barfoot & Thompson, said he had asked the pair to stop the campaign. Although, he did say that many regarded it as "a clever and innovative campaign promoting their sales services".

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2618 days ago

Poll: What do you think about the Lime E-scooters?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Electric scooters have been labelled a "menace on footpaths" by a walking group concerned about their safety.

Last week, California-based company Lime launched 600 electric scooters (e-scooters) in Auckland and 400 in Christchurch. Cameron Swanson from Lime's new market … View more
Electric scooters have been labelled a "menace on footpaths" by a walking group concerned about their safety.

Last week, California-based company Lime launched 600 electric scooters (e-scooters) in Auckland and 400 in Christchurch. Cameron Swanson from Lime's new market development department, said the app took the number one download spot on the New Zealand App Store in under 24 hours.More information here

What do you think of them?

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What do you think about the Lime E-scooters?
  • 42.6% They are an accident waiting to happen
    42.6% Complete
  • 41.3% I don't mind them
    41.3% Complete
  • 8.4% I haven't noticed them!
    8.4% Complete
  • 7.6% I'd accept them if there were changes to road rules
    7.6% Complete
537 votes
2618 days ago

Poll: Should the boom be banned?

Amy Baker Reporter from North Harbour News

Guy Fawkes and the fireworks season are fast approaching as Rodney's rural community braces itself for the accompanying animal death toll and injury count. Do you think fireworks should be banned?
(Please put NFP in your post, if it is not for publication)

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Should the boom be banned?
  • 66.7% Yes
    66.7% Complete
  • 22.2% No
    22.2% Complete
  • 11.1% There are other solutions
    11.1% Complete
18 votes
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