Mechanics Bay, Auckland

Got a question for your neighbours?

Got a question for your neighbours?

Post here and let them help!

2687 days ago

Good Seeds in the Neighbourhood

Good Seed Trust

Kia Ora, Talofa, Malo e lelei, Bula, Namaste and Greetings! We're new to Neighbourly, but have been proudly serving the local community for over 10 years. We have many family-focused services on offer, which include the best quality ECE Centres, based in Mangere and Mt Wellington. Our staff … View moreKia Ora, Talofa, Malo e lelei, Bula, Namaste and Greetings! We're new to Neighbourly, but have been proudly serving the local community for over 10 years. We have many family-focused services on offer, which include the best quality ECE Centres, based in Mangere and Mt Wellington. Our staff are NZ-qualified and well experienced.

We offer a FREE van service, and 20 hours FREE ECE, come in and see us today!

Refer a new family and receive a $100 Pak'nSave or Westfield voucher.

If you want to know more about what we do in the community feel free to visit our website www.goodseedtrust.co.nz
Find out more!

Image
2687 days ago

Timebands, Parental Locks and Classifications

BSA

Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?

The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on… View more
Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?

The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on free-to-air television and want to hear what you think.

We will be holding a public meeting in Central Auckland where you can get more information and ask questions. It will be on Wednesday 15 August at Leys Institute Hall from 1.30pm-3.30pm, please register on our website if you plan to attend.

You can also find out what is being considered and give your feedback through our 5-10-minute online survey.

Email us at info@bsa.govt.nz or visit the website for more information.
Complete our survey here!

Image
2687 days ago

King tides, rain and severe gales to hit Auckland beginning tonight

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A severe weather watch is in place for Auckland as wild weather is expected from Monday evening. After a month of relatively quiet weather, Auckland is in for a busy 48 hours, MetService tweeted.

We're in for King tides, a couple of decent bursts of rain, and risk of severe gales on Tuesday… View more
A severe weather watch is in place for Auckland as wild weather is expected from Monday evening. After a month of relatively quiet weather, Auckland is in for a busy 48 hours, MetService tweeted.

We're in for King tides, a couple of decent bursts of rain, and risk of severe gales on Tuesday evening.

Monday evening would see heavy rain and strong westerly winds were expected on Tuesday. There will also be showers in these westerlies, some possibly thundery as well.A king tide was also expected at high tide this evening and Tuesday morning, he said.

Read more here

Image
2688 days ago

Virtual tour: Future of state housing

Housing New Zealand

Most of us are familiar with state houses of the past, but let us take you on a journey through state houses of the future.

Our new standard house designs are all about making the build process smarter, faster, and more affordable. That means more quality homes for more Kiwis, sooner.

See … View more
Most of us are familiar with state houses of the past, but let us take you on a journey through state houses of the future.

Our new standard house designs are all about making the build process smarter, faster, and more affordable. That means more quality homes for more Kiwis, sooner.

See what these designs will look like in a typical New Zealand street with our 360 virtual tour.
Learn more

2688 days ago

School. Reinvented. See how at our Open Day.

Steven from Peace Experiment

Peace Experiment is a new kind of school. It's an opportunity for all 11-18-year-olds to define their relationship with education. We are a Montessori Secondary School with Peace at the centre of our curriculum.

No classes. No homework. No assignments. No uniform. No tests. No exams (unless… View more
Peace Experiment is a new kind of school. It's an opportunity for all 11-18-year-olds to define their relationship with education. We are a Montessori Secondary School with Peace at the centre of our curriculum.

No classes. No homework. No assignments. No uniform. No tests. No exams (unless requested).

No bullying, no pressure, no judgements, no discrimination. We welcome all students from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and all gender / sexuality / sex / orientation combinations.

Students feel accepted for who they are and feel supportive of each other.

We can support the students to select qualifications such as standards from NCEA on the NQF framework to celebrate their learning.

Find out how it works at our Peace Experiment Open Day on Wednesday 22nd August.
Learn more

Image
2689 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Share them on our page, and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

Image
2690 days ago

Up to 70% off at Trenz Bathroom

Trenz Bathroom

Hi neighbours, Trenz Bathroom is your one stop shop for all your bathroom renovation needs and were currently holding a huge clearance sale with up to 70% off!

Pop into our showroom at 2-4 Goodman Place, Penrose, Auckland send us an email at sales@trenzbathroom.co.nz or give us a bell on 09 634 … View more
Hi neighbours, Trenz Bathroom is your one stop shop for all your bathroom renovation needs and were currently holding a huge clearance sale with up to 70% off!

Pop into our showroom at 2-4 Goodman Place, Penrose, Auckland send us an email at sales@trenzbathroom.co.nz or give us a bell on 09 634 1111 to find out more.
Find out more!

Image
2692 days ago

Customised mouth guard for teens under 18 - FREE!

Hi neighbours, it's important to make sure your child's adult teeth are safe and protected while playing sport. That's why we're offering to make a free customised mouth guard for teens under 18, along with a free dental checkup.

Our services include:
+ $69 new patient … View more
Hi neighbours, it's important to make sure your child's adult teeth are safe and protected while playing sport. That's why we're offering to make a free customised mouth guard for teens under 18, along with a free dental checkup.

Our services include:
+ $69 new patient dental exam and x-ray
+ Free orthodontic / Invisalign consultation
+ We're more focussed on non-extraction orthodontics with plates
+ Slice off an extra $1000 on Invisalign and free home whitening kit
+ Interest-free payment plans

New patients in August enter our $500 voucher lucky draw!

Please check our website for further details or call us on 09 636 5599.

Spare 30 minutes of your time and find out why so many Aucklanders love us!
Find out more

Image
2692 days ago

Bathroomware SALE – Kohler & Englefield!

Kohler & Englefield

HUGE SAVINGS on Kohler and Englefield brands. Save on showers, toilets, baths, basins, tapware, accessories and more! Discounts are on selected Kohler and Englefield products and are end of line and excess stock only.

Saturday 11th August and Sunday 12th August at 133 Diana Drive, Glenfield. … View more
HUGE SAVINGS on Kohler and Englefield brands. Save on showers, toilets, baths, basins, tapware, accessories and more! Discounts are on selected Kohler and Englefield products and are end of line and excess stock only.

Saturday 11th August and Sunday 12th August at 133 Diana Drive, Glenfield. Open Saturday 9am – 4pm, Sunday 9am– 2pm.

There are three options for purchasing. Please read the Terms and Conditions on the Kohler website for more information.
Find out more!

Image
2692 days ago

Poll: Does the South Island have cultural cringe about our native plants?

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Fiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the … View moreFiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the South Island think?

Image
Does the South Island have cultural cringe about our native plants?
  • 19.3% I grow heaps of natives and I'm in the South Island.
    19.3% Complete
  • 22.3% I'm in the South Island and I love pretty flowers, edibles and exotics.
    22.3% Complete
  • 22% I'm in the North Island and it's all natives at my place.
    22% Complete
  • 36.4% I love pretty flowers, edibles and exotics and I'm in the North Island.
    36.4% Complete
264 votes
2700 days ago

Western Springs park consultation opens

Communications Team from Auckland Council

A draft park development plan for Western Springs Te Wai Ōrea Lakeside Park has been released for public feedback.

Image
2693 days ago

Do you need a loan?

Geneva Finance

- No Deposit Car Loans
- Boats, Bikes, Caravans, Weddings
- Secured Personal Loans
- Debt Consolidation

At Geneva Finance we are your specialists in finance and loans and we can sort your money fast and simply at a great rate.

We can match you with the best possible loan fast and you … View more
- No Deposit Car Loans
- Boats, Bikes, Caravans, Weddings
- Secured Personal Loans
- Debt Consolidation

At Geneva Finance we are your specialists in finance and loans and we can sort your money fast and simply at a great rate.

We can match you with the best possible loan fast and you can also save heaps on insurance and fees by dealing with us direct.

Find out if you qualify in 5 minutes. Apply online today or call 0800 200 459.
Apply here!

Image
2693 days ago

Spa Pool Sale starts this Friday

Alpine Spas

Hi Neighbours, it’s Mike and the team here from the Alpine Spas Auckland Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).

We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just … View more
Hi Neighbours, it’s Mike and the team here from the Alpine Spas Auckland Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).

We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just $3,995. Or grab yourself a bargain with some of our lowest prices ever on Sellout Spas!

But you’ll have to hurry, as these deals will be available for 4 days only!

We are located at 9-11 Sylvia Park, Mount Wellington and would love to see you!

Mike Hill
Alpine Spas Auckland Showroom Manager
Check out our range

Image
2693 days ago

Do you know what sick leave you’re entitled to?

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?

• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View more
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?

• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.

These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.

Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.

Image
2694 days ago

Celebrating the past and embracing the future

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Museum has won the top prize in Auckland Transport's annual Travelwise Choices Awards 2018.

Image
Top