Mechanics Bay, Auckland

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2788 days ago

Poll: Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Did you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when … View moreDid you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when it's a bit warmer. So what do you think?

Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?
  • 25.2% Yes, more people would take part if it was warmer
    25.2% Complete
  • 6.1% No, it's better as a global effort
    6.1% Complete
  • 68.7% It doesn't matter, there's no way I'm gardening naked
    68.7% Complete
1751 votes
2790 days ago

WE DESPERATELY NEED PET THERAPY VOLUNTEERS

The Team from

Do you or any friends or family members have an exceptionally social and well-mannered animal? We’re currently looking for new SPCA Outreach Therapy Pet Volunteers.

We believe that pet therapy can help people in institutions where they may feel isolated and lonely. As a volunteer with the … View more
Do you or any friends or family members have an exceptionally social and well-mannered animal? We’re currently looking for new SPCA Outreach Therapy Pet Volunteers.

We believe that pet therapy can help people in institutions where they may feel isolated and lonely. As a volunteer with the programme, you (and your pet!) will be bringing joy and comfort to people in rest homes, hospitals, and mental health wards.

Prior to being accepted into the programme, all animals undergo an assessment that measures their sociability, temperament, obedience and confidence. Unfortunately we are unable to accept animals that show signs of fearfulness or aggression. Animals are also required to undergo a Vet Health Check to ensure they are vaccinated, microchipped, desexed and in good health. Volunteers who are accepted will receive training and be placed at a facility they can continue to visit (typically weekly or fortnightly) on an ongoing basis.

If you and your animal are interested in volunteering with Outreach Therapy Pets please visit our website for more information and to apply.

Thank you for offering to share the joy your animal gives you with others.

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2790 days ago

Twins into the swing of things

Communications Team from Auckland Council

When someone messed with their monkey bars, then eight-year-old twins Ila and Jaya Patel swung into action.

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2791 days ago

Simply stylish

Rani Timoti from Helensville Citizens Advice Bureau

Cardboard buildings promote Neighbourly in the latest community window display at Helensville Citizens Advice Bureau.
The architectural structures made from boxes have been designed with love by a friend of our bureau.
They have caught the attention of visitors, especially children, who walk past… View more
Cardboard buildings promote Neighbourly in the latest community window display at Helensville Citizens Advice Bureau.
The architectural structures made from boxes have been designed with love by a friend of our bureau.
They have caught the attention of visitors, especially children, who walk past and admire the stylish detail of a cosy neighbourhood.
Each month we encourage local community groups to promote their activities and events.

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2793 days ago

Have Your Say on the draft Regional Land Transport Plan

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Auckland Transport (AT) has released the draft Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP), it sets out the region’s land transport objectives and priorities for the next ten years.

2793 days ago

West Auckland garden makeover

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

One young couple (and their helpful families and friends!) breathed new life into a tired garden of an early 20th century villa.

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2794 days ago

Three leading chefs and their gardens

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Some of the ingredients for the amazing food you eat at their restaurants are grown right here in your neighbourhood.

2794 days ago

Poll: Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

An internal email from BP's head office has exposed the petrol industry's pricing behaviour. It revealed a novel tactical plan: raise prices in the Levin, Kāpiti and Paraparaumu areas, and hope that its major rivals responded by doing the same. To find out more, click here.

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Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?
  • 19.4% Yes, that's fair
    19.4% Complete
  • 80.6% No, it's not
    80.6% Complete
1830 votes
2794 days ago

Get your party started with a Party Bus or Limo!

AA Coaches

Our chauffeur-driven Limo is perfect for corporates and weddings! We take the hassle out of transport for weddings, concerts, sporting events, fun nights on the town and special celebrations. It's more fun with your own chauffeur-driven Limo!

We also cater for small businesses and large … View more
Our chauffeur-driven Limo is perfect for corporates and weddings! We take the hassle out of transport for weddings, concerts, sporting events, fun nights on the town and special celebrations. It's more fun with your own chauffeur-driven Limo!

We also cater for small businesses and large corporate groups, with a choice of either a 16 or 22 seater Party Bus. Our Party Buses offer a whole lot of breathing space with a high ceiling and galley-style seating offering lots of leg room.

Call AA Coaches on 0800 4 AA COACHES (0800 422 262) for your next party event
Check out our Party Buses!

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2796 days ago

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you can find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There are still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
Cast your votes!

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2796 days ago

Prepare for further bad weather this weekend

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Emergency Management is keeping in touch with MetService as the current forecast brings heavy rain and wind this weekend.

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2797 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite … View moreThe competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite recycled masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Redecorated category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*
  • 25% 1. WAS: Piano .. NOW: Cocktail bar (Mel Gibson from Spencerville)
    25% Complete
  • 13.7% 2. WAS: Wooden pallet .. NOW: Fence (Craig Keen from Northland)
    13.7% Complete
  • 10.9% 3. WAS packing crate .. NOW: Coffin (Paul Rawlinson from Levin)
    10.9% Complete
  • 8.4% 4. WAS Door shutters .. NOW: Side Table (Joy Brady from Birkdale)
    8.4% Complete
  • 42% 5. WAS Deck .. NOW: Playground (Anna D'Shea from Pinehaven)
    42% Complete
1778 votes
2797 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene… View moreWe've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene Redecorated masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Repurposed category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*
  • 8.2% 1. Recycled Caravan - (Kayleen Martin from Orewa)
    8.2% Complete
  • 17.4% 2. Recycled Drawers - (Serena Roxburgh from Mount Roskill)
    17.4% Complete
  • 9.5% 3. Recycled Table - (Lynda Price from Raumati Beach)
    9.5% Complete
  • 17.6% 4. Recycled Chair - (Jess Robertshaw from Beckenham)
    17.6% Complete
  • 47.3% 5. Recycled Piano - (Karen Malanaphy from Thames)
    47.3% Complete
1966 votes
2797 days ago

How do you feel about the major Auckland transport announcement?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Aucklanders,
Are you ready for the $28 billion heading your way? The Government and Auckland Council have unveiled a 10-year funding package to solve Auckland's transport woes. Let's hear your thoughts! Where do you think the money should go? To read more, click here.

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2797 days ago

Looking for something interesting?

Optimal Clinical Trials

As we get older we become more vulnerable to illnesses. We want to see if your immune response to the influenza vaccine is enhanced by an investigational treatment.

To participate you must be 65 years or older and have one of the following conditions; Asthma, COPD, Type II Diabetes, Congestive … View more
As we get older we become more vulnerable to illnesses. We want to see if your immune response to the influenza vaccine is enhanced by an investigational treatment.

To participate you must be 65 years or older and have one of the following conditions; Asthma, COPD, Type II Diabetes, Congestive Heart Failure, or current smoker. Study participation is for 5 or 7 weeks and involves either 5 or 6 visits to Grafton, Auckland.

The best way to find out more about our interesting research is to either call 0800 RESEARCH (0800 73 73 27) or email us at rania@optimalclinicaltrials.com.
Find out more!

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