Laingholm, Auckland

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

2662 days ago

Meet the weaving wāhine

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Kerry Gillbanks, our very own weaving wāhine, has been the harakeke collection curator at the Auckland Botanic Gardens for over a decade.

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2662 days ago

Liam's success story with Skills Update

Skills Update Training Institute Kelston Campus

Liam completed his National Certificate in Security, Level 2, at the end of 2017 and has now got employment with Simply Security Ltd, a well-known company, working at a number of sites throughout the country.

Liam has joined a number of fellow Skills Update security course colleagues who are … View more
Liam completed his National Certificate in Security, Level 2, at the end of 2017 and has now got employment with Simply Security Ltd, a well-known company, working at a number of sites throughout the country.

Liam has joined a number of fellow Skills Update security course colleagues who are also working there. During the last week he has completed the induction for new employees and is currently stationed at a major construction site in downtown Auckland City.

From here Liam hopes to move shortly to join other Skills security course graduates at the site of the University of Auckland. Liam said he is finding the work interesting and challenging and credits the training he received at the security course as a major help in enabling him to put theory into practice.

Congratulations Liam, awesome job!

Enrol now to begin your success story with us today.

Call 0800-00-00-55 or visit our website www.skillsupdate.ac.nz
or free text INFO to 590.
Find out more!

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2662 days ago

Study trades with NZMA. Get hands on experience!

NZMA

These courses starting 24th September will set you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects and eventually building a prefabricated timber sleepout, through our … View moreThese courses starting 24th September will set you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects and eventually building a prefabricated timber sleepout, through our partnership with Go-Homes!

You may even be eligible to study for free through the Youth Guarantee or Māori and Pasifika Trades Training schemes*. Don’t miss out. Courses starting soon. Contact us and enrol today for September 2018!

See our students in training.

*Terms and conditions apply. Contact the NZMA team for more information.
Learn more

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2667 days ago

How many of these top restaurants have you been to?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Did your favourite restaurant make the cut? The results are in and New Zealand's top 100 restaurants for 2018 have been named! Click here to read all about them.

So what do you think? Did your favourite place to eat at miss out? Which restaurants from your city would you … View more
Hi neighbours,

Did your favourite restaurant make the cut? The results are in and New Zealand's top 100 restaurants for 2018 have been named! Click here to read all about them.

So what do you think? Did your favourite place to eat at miss out? Which restaurants from your city would you add to the list? Let us know in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff).

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2663 days ago

Free Taster Evening - Momentum Life Coaching & Training

Momentum Life Coaching

Are you interested in becoming a Life Coach? Come along to get a taste of what Life Coaching is all about and to see if it is the right fit for you.

Our Taster Evening will be run by Momentum’s head trainer Vivienne Kelly and has been designed to provide insight for those who may be interested… View more
Are you interested in becoming a Life Coach? Come along to get a taste of what Life Coaching is all about and to see if it is the right fit for you.

Our Taster Evening will be run by Momentum’s head trainer Vivienne Kelly and has been designed to provide insight for those who may be interested in joining Momentum’s October intake of Life Coach students.

Our Taster will provide insight as to who we are, what we do, as well as what you will be qualified for once you have completed your training. We have also incorporated a fun practical component into this evening which will really give you an idea as to what becoming a coach is all about!

If this sounds like it’s a fit for you, please click below to find out more and sign-up to the event.
Find out more!

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2663 days ago

Have your say on transport plans for Auckland’s northwest

NZ Transport Agency

The Supporting Growth Programme is planning the transport networks needed to support future urban growth in Auckland over the next 30 years, including the areas of Kumeu-Huapai, Riverhead, Redhills and Whenuapai. Some priority projects are underway, such as the Safe Roads SH16 Brigham Creek to … View moreThe Supporting Growth Programme is planning the transport networks needed to support future urban growth in Auckland over the next 30 years, including the areas of Kumeu-Huapai, Riverhead, Redhills and Whenuapai. Some priority projects are underway, such as the Safe Roads SH16 Brigham Creek to Waimauku project.

We’re hosting open days in Massey, Riverhead and Kumeu where you can hear about current ideas and options for the rest of this network and give your feedback.

Click ‘Find out more’ below for the dates – you can also read about the options and submit feedback online.
Find out more

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2664 days ago

It’s Blue September! Time to get checked.

Mercy Radiology

Have you reminded the men in your life to have their prostate checked? Fathers, friends, brothers, grandfathers - it’s likely you know someone affected by prostate cancer. Sadly, every day at least two Kiwi men will pass away from prostate cancer.

Arrange a check with your GP today - a message… View more
Have you reminded the men in your life to have their prostate checked? Fathers, friends, brothers, grandfathers - it’s likely you know someone affected by prostate cancer. Sadly, every day at least two Kiwi men will pass away from prostate cancer.

Arrange a check with your GP today - a message the Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ is emphasising during Blue September. Mercy Radiology is working with the Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ to lead the way in early detection technology.

Join with us and donate to make a difference. Thanks for your support!

Visit www.radiology.co.nz to know more about advancements in detection and treatment of prostate cancer.
Donate now

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2664 days ago

You'll never want to sit in a normal bean bag again

Croco

Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!

Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.

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Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!

Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.

Enjoy our one and only pre-summer sale with a massive 40% off our bean bags collection!

You’ll be proud to show off your Croco bean bag to family and friends, but be careful – once someone sits in a Croco, they never want to move!

Croco bean bags are:
- designed from scratch in New Zealand
- stylish, contemporary fabrics such as denim and linen
- in-built structure for ultimate support and comfort
- special Smart Filling Design so you don’t spill a single bean
- 365-day warranty on all products

Discount offer valid to 07/10/2018. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Order bean bags!

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2669 days ago

Is the housing crises really this bad?

Reporter Western Leader

Somebody stole a tiny house on Sunday evening from Railside Ave in Henderson.
* Click through for the story, and as we sometimes use Neighbourly comments in the news, so please write NFP (Not For Publication) on yours if you'd prefer if we didn't.

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