Mount Albert, Auckland

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today. Find out more

65-year-old living in cabin faces five month wait for flood-hit home repairs

Mildred Armah Reporter from Central Leader

Four months on from the Auckland Anniversary floods, the Beggs family are still waiting for repairs to begin on their home, in the meantime they are living in small cabins on the property.

Catherine Beggs​​ and her family were forced to swim to safety in waist-deep water on the night of … View moreFour months on from the Auckland Anniversary floods, the Beggs family are still waiting for repairs to begin on their home, in the meantime they are living in small cabins on the property.

Catherine Beggs​​ and her family were forced to swim to safety in waist-deep water on the night of January 27.

They returned home the following day to find they had lost all their belongings in the deluge - including their recently-renovated home in Mt Roskill.

Your alfresco space transformed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Use some Resene paint and a little imagination to revamp your outdoor room.

Follow this handy advice to get started.

Garage Sale Saturday

Amanda from Westmere

Garage Sale 45 Garnet Road, 9 am Saturday 26th. All sorts of interesting and useful items for sale

Negotiable

Garage Sale Saturday

Amanda from Westmere

Garage Sale 45 Garnet Road , Westmere starting 9 am this Saturday ( 27th)
Selling all sorts of interesting items including old tools, clothes, bric a brac and more

Poll: Should we have a four-day work week?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your… View moreIn 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your vote and share any thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

Should we have a four-day work week?

• Yes, I support a four-day working week.
• No, a five-day working week is needed.
• I'd need more information

Vote View Results

• 67.9% Yes, I support a four-day working week.
  67.9% Complete
• 21.1% No, a five-day working week is needed.
  21.1% Complete
• 11% I'd need more information
  11% Complete

3639 votes

Resene Wallpaper Sale on now!

Resene

Now’s a great time to dress up your walls with 25% off the huge range of the latest Resene Wallpaper styles. Come in and see us today at your local Resene ColorShop! Learn more

New website launch by SK Financial Group

Saneel from Mount Roskill

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Nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert to take place this Sunday

The Team from Auckland Council

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is undertaking a nationwide test of the EMA system on Sunday 28 May between 6pm and 7pm.

This means mobile phones across Tāmaki Makaurau will be sounding the distinctive emergency tone right on or around dinnertime this Sunday.

OCR up by 25 points

Saneel from Mount Roskill

Reserve Bank has increased the OCR by 25 points to 5.50% to tackle the inflation.

Some of the lenders have increased the mortgage rates immediately.
The impact on mortgages, specially being reviewed in the next few months can have significant jump in the mortgage payment.

Connect with me … View moreReserve Bank has increased the OCR by 25 points to 5.50% to tackle the inflation.

Some of the lenders have increased the mortgage rates immediately.
The impact on mortgages, specially being reviewed in the next few months can have significant jump in the mortgage payment.

Connect with me if you have mortgages up for review in the next few months.

boxes

Dianne from Avondale

cardboard boxes [2] medium size and sturdy good for moving.

Free

TAPAC New Classes and Workshop

Cinna from Western Springs

Kia ora Neighbourly whanau!

TAPAC has some exciting new classes beginning this week such as Spanish Improvisation, and Rainbow Community Creative Workshop!

Spanish Improvisation will see students explore their body as a device for creativity focusing on movement and physicality while also … View moreKia ora Neighbourly whanau!

TAPAC has some exciting new classes beginning this week such as Spanish Improvisation, and Rainbow Community Creative Workshop!

Spanish Improvisation will see students explore their body as a device for creativity focusing on movement and physicality while also engaging in imagination, expression, and voice. This class is especially for those with Spanish as a second language.

Our Rainbow Community Creative Workshop is a FREE workshop for our Rainbow whanau. This workshop will work towards developing a multi-disciplinary show - creatives of all disciplines, experience levels, and backgrounds are welcome.

To find out more information about these classes, or to see what else we have on offer, head to our website www.tapac.org.nz...

Auckland's Mid-Year Festival Returns

Auckland Elemental

Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining … View moreElemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining experiences, immersive and interactive art installations, side-splitting live theatre, glittering city lights and more.

Learn more at aucklandnz.com/elemental Find out more

Furniture restoration company in Mt Albert

Tom from Kimata Repairs Ltd

Hi Neighbors!
This lovely piece was made in New Zealand on July 2, 1956. It features beautiful characters and exudes an enchanting sense of vanity.
I will revive your furniture!
Please give me a call or email!
It is a free quote!
Thanks 🙏

Tom Kimata
Kimata repairs limited
12/43A Linwood … View moreHi Neighbors!
This lovely piece was made in New Zealand on July 2, 1956. It features beautiful characters and exudes an enchanting sense of vanity.
I will revive your furniture!
Please give me a call or email!
It is a free quote!
Thanks 🙏

Tom Kimata
Kimata repairs limited
12/43A Linwood Avenue, Mt Albert
021 061 4798

Do you have a great recipe for shell-out beans?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for shell-out bean recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by May 29, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the July issue of NZ Gardener.