Mechanics Bay, Auckland

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

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2561 days ago

Neighbours Day -(funding before 1 February 2019)

Administration Office from Neighbourhood Support Auckland

In the New Year, Neighbourhood Support Auckland will be working with Albert-Eden Local Board and Puketapapa Local Board to boost "Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2019" taking place on March 22 - 31 March see neighboursday.org.nz...

You can apply for funding to help you hold a street party or … View more
In the New Year, Neighbourhood Support Auckland will be working with Albert-Eden Local Board and Puketapapa Local Board to boost "Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2019" taking place on March 22 - 31 March see neighboursday.org.nz...

You can apply for funding to help you hold a street party or have a street get together . With Albert -Eden Local Board All applications for Neighbours Day 2019 for Albert - Eden Local Board area must be received before Friday 1 February 2019 if you're keen please email for your application and send it to Mary.Tolich@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz before closing day.

You can apply for funding to help you hold a street party or street event. with Puketapapa Local Board. All applications for Neighbours Day 2019 for Puketapapa Local Board area must be received by Friday 22 February 2019 if you're keen please email for your application and send it to annie.heem@nsakl.org.nz. before closing day.

Neighbourhood Support Auckland office will be closed 21st December until 29th January 2019 have a safe and enjoyable Christmas and God Bless you and the family.

2561 days ago

Safe Plates St Lukes Mall (middle car park area)

Administration Office from Neighbourhood Support Auckland

End of year event 1- Safe Plates at St Lukes Mall (middle car park area) on Wednesday 19th December 10:00-1:00 secure screws attached in seconds for a small donation of $4.00 per vehicle to assist Neighbourhood Support Auckland and help with crime prevention.

2561 days ago

Holiday Timetables

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

During the holiday season (24 December - 6 January) most public transport services will be operating to a Christmas/New Year timetable. Find out all you need to know on our website.

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2561 days ago

Fancy a career in food and wine?

NZ School of Food & Wine

Founded by Celia Hay, the New Zealand School of Food & Wine has been educating the next generation of baristas, chefs, restaurant and café owners, wine professionals and food lovers since 1995.

Located in Auckland's Viaduct, our New Zealand Government accredited certificates offer … View more
Founded by Celia Hay, the New Zealand School of Food & Wine has been educating the next generation of baristas, chefs, restaurant and café owners, wine professionals and food lovers since 1995.

Located in Auckland's Viaduct, our New Zealand Government accredited certificates offer practical hands-on cooking and hospitality qualifications, taught by a team of chefs, restaurant managers and wine professionals who are experts in their field and focused on the success of our students.

The next cookery and hospitality programme intake is from 5th Feb 2019. Free fees may apply, places are limited, contact us now.
Enrol now!

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2562 days ago

Watch: Needing a break these holidays? Here are some ideas!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

It's that time of the year where everyone is hanging out for a holiday. So here are Brook Sabin's top 10 ideas of things to do during the school break. Watch the video below and click here to read the full story. Happy Holidays!

2562 days ago

Have your say on UK-NZ trade

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict… View more
New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict the flow of goods and services between our countries, and closer cooperation on progressive trade issues, including environmental protections.

To make your voice heard, just answer our quick poll question and share your thoughts.
Have your say

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2562 days ago

Spotted a Lovely Letterbox?

Resene

Is there a letterbox in your neighbourhood that makes you smile? One the kids always make you drive past? Maybe you've spotted an eye-catching roadside oddity on your Summer car trip.

We want to see the craziest, quirkiest and most colourful letterboxes in New Zealand. Share photographs of … View more
Is there a letterbox in your neighbourhood that makes you smile? One the kids always make you drive past? Maybe you've spotted an eye-catching roadside oddity on your Summer car trip.

We want to see the craziest, quirkiest and most colourful letterboxes in New Zealand. Share photographs of unique letterboxes you come across these holidays and you’re in the draw to win one of four $500 prizes including a $250 Prezzy® card and $250 Resene voucher. Plus the owner of the winning letterbox wins the same prize!

Explore the entries and share a Lovely Letterbox now.
Learn More

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2563 days ago

Know a Nice Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’re looking for the nicest neighbours in town. Spread a little happiness in your ‘hood by nominating someone lovely for a Nice Neighbour Award. It could be someone who has helped make a difference in your life - or the lives of others. Someone who has been there in a time of need, has helped … View moreWe’re looking for the nicest neighbours in town. Spread a little happiness in your ‘hood by nominating someone lovely for a Nice Neighbour Award. It could be someone who has helped make a difference in your life - or the lives of others. Someone who has been there in a time of need, has helped your family, surprises and delights the kids, or who regularly volunteers their time to a local charity or sports team.

If your neighbour is picked as this week's Nice Neighbour, you’ll both receive a $25 Prezzy® card plus your special neighbour will feature in community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all.

Let us know why your neighbour is so nice by nominating now.
Make a nomination

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2563 days ago

There's still time to clean your curtains! 20% off!

Kerry Taylor from

Hi neighbours. You still have time to get the curtains cleaned before your Mother-in-law arrives for her yearly inspection! Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we'll give them a professional clean for you. Pick them up and get 20% off!

Curtains must be with us no later … View more
Hi neighbours. You still have time to get the curtains cleaned before your Mother-in-law arrives for her yearly inspection! Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we'll give them a professional clean for you. Pick them up and get 20% off!

Curtains must be with us no later than 5pm, Tuesday 18th December if they are to be ready before Christmas.

Mildew and mould spores proliferate in spring and have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family's health and have your curtains cleaned by Textile Cleaning Services.

We're specialists in mildew and stain removal from curtains and blinds (Roman & Austrian blinds included).

Open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 12pm, for your convenience.
Temporary curtains available at no charge!
For a FREE quote phone: 09 473 5350.

We are closing 12 noon Friday 21st December and re-opening Monday 7th January 2019.
Find out more!

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2564 days ago

Walks for every Auckland landscape

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland – it’s hard to imagine a more geographically diverse region. Whether it’s rugged black-sand surf beaches, dense native forest, rolling green pastures or urban city centres, there’s something different to see and do.

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2567 days ago

Can you feed a family of five on $60 a week?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you in need of some tips for cutting down your grocery bill? Auckland blogger Stacey Sampson might be able to help.

After a financial emergency drained her and her husband of all their savings, they were left with just $60 in their bank account to feed their three kids.

Now … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you in need of some tips for cutting down your grocery bill? Auckland blogger Stacey Sampson might be able to help.

After a financial emergency drained her and her husband of all their savings, they were left with just $60 in their bank account to feed their three kids.

Now every month she does a "cheap week" that helps cut costs and minimise food wastage. To read about Stacey and her food tips, click here.

"This month we've done it twice to save some extra for Christmas," she says.

Is this something that you do in your family? Or is it something you'd like to try? Share your thoughts, or your own grocery tips to help your neighbours, 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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2564 days ago

HELP US MAKE WASPS BUZZ OFF FOR GOOD.

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real … View more
They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. Head online now to contribute

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2564 days ago

Christmas Appeal

Auckland City Mission

Every Christmas, we somehow manage to spend more on gifts than we planned and buy more food than we could ever eat. Inevitably, this creates a lot of waste. Which is why this year, we’re focusing on turning Christmas waste into Christmas joy. After all, there’s more than enough Christmas to go … View moreEvery Christmas, we somehow manage to spend more on gifts than we planned and buy more food than we could ever eat. Inevitably, this creates a lot of waste. Which is why this year, we’re focusing on turning Christmas waste into Christmas joy. After all, there’s more than enough Christmas to go around.

Join us in our goal of giving every Aucklander a Merry Christmas and donate what you save.
Find out more!

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2564 days ago

HUGE on-line kitchenware clearance sale

Fackelmann Housewares

Shop on-line at outofthebox.nz for that perfect gift, last minute wine glasses to set the Christmas Table or simply a little treat for yourself.

Visit us and browse amazing deals from leading worldwide brands in glassware, kitchen gadgets, cookware, bakeware and knives – all priced to clear!
View more
Shop on-line at outofthebox.nz for that perfect gift, last minute wine glasses to set the Christmas Table or simply a little treat for yourself.

Visit us and browse amazing deals from leading worldwide brands in glassware, kitchen gadgets, cookware, bakeware and knives – all priced to clear!

Follow us on Facebook
Follow us on Instagram
Find out more!

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2565 days ago

Auckland 2019: what's on, what's new and what you need to do!

Helen Shaw from

The 2019 schedule of events in Auckland will have something for everyone, at any time of the year!

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