Mount Albert, Auckland

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View moreThe affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?! Click Here

Labourer wanted for $35/hour

Amanda from Morningside

Wanting a labourer help demo inside our house and clean up. $35/ hour cash. Project in Western springs

Price: $35

Round The Bays - Run/Walking for a Cause

Susie from Mount Roskill

Hi lovely neighbour

First time ever doing something for a cause this year. I'm really looking forward to it and challenge my fitness how far I can go and how much I can make for my chosen charity "Melanoma NZ"
Please contribution as little or as much as you can - here is a … View moreHi lovely neighbour

First time ever doing something for a cause this year. I'm really looking forward to it and challenge my fitness how far I can go and how much I can make for my chosen charity "Melanoma NZ"
Please contribution as little or as much as you can - here is a link below to read more about how Melanoma NZ help us New Zealanders rtb23.grassrootz.com...

Thank you so much for all your kindness.
Susie

Have you got the shed of your dreams?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken … View moreDear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds to win amazing prizes worth more than $2000. The Resene Shed of the Year 2023 winners will be announced in the April issue of NZ Gardener.

U3A Mt Albert

Helen Peterson from U3A Mt Albert

Our first monthly meeting for the year will be at 10am on Tuesday February 28 in the Western Springs Garden Community Hall. The speaker will be Margaret Gane, Past President of the U3A Network, who will be speaking about Plague Survival in a Small English Village. Visitors and new members are … View moreOur first monthly meeting for the year will be at 10am on Tuesday February 28 in the Western Springs Garden Community Hall. The speaker will be Margaret Gane, Past President of the U3A Network, who will be speaking about Plague Survival in a Small English Village. Visitors and new members are welcome.
Please note that the date is a departure from our usual third Tuesday of the month because of hall availability. The March meeting will be on the 4th Tuesday also, for the same reason.
Contact Helen Peterson u3amtalbert@gmail.com

HAPPINESS RESET -FREE SESSION THIS TUESDAY EVENING

Helena from Morningside

So much as happened in Auckland over the last couple of weeks. There are many people finding life a bit of a struggle so if that sounds like you, then come along to my "HAPPINEES RESET" seminar on Tuesday 21 February and partake in a lovely relaxing 1 hour session from 6-7
Incorporates … View moreSo much as happened in Auckland over the last couple of weeks. There are many people finding life a bit of a struggle so if that sounds like you, then come along to my "HAPPINEES RESET" seminar on Tuesday 21 February and partake in a lovely relaxing 1 hour session from 6-7
Incorporates handy hints and hypnotherapy.
Please just message me helena@straightthinkinghypnotherapy.com if you would like to attend.

Can you help support Cyclone Gabrielle affected communities?

Stuff

Cyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. … View moreCyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. We'd love your support. You can donate here. Donate now

Look at these amazing....

Kim from Waterview

Plants I bought off a fellow neighbourly member today! Healthy, beautiful and way better value for money than a plant store. He also has some Natives and other cool plants. Support Andrew's little business too. Search "plants" in market place. Well done Andrew. Such passion … View morePlants I bought off a fellow neighbourly member today! Healthy, beautiful and way better value for money than a plant store. He also has some Natives and other cool plants. Support Andrew's little business too. Search "plants" in market place. Well done Andrew. Such passion for it!

Have you got a great recipe for taro?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ … View moreDear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

Stained chair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

It’s easy to transform a plain wicker chair into something special with Resene Colorwood natural wood stain.

Find out how to transform your furniture with our easy advice.

Happy Birthday, Yealands Classic Fighters

Yealands Wines

Join the party this Easter in Marlborough! We're celebrating 20 years of spectacular flying, magical moments of shows past and magnificent machines both in the air and on the ground.

Book now and go into the draw to win a flight in a V-12 Yak 3 fighter plane, Full Noise! Book now

Your home, your safe haven

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

Your home is your sanctuary where you can relax, rejuvenate, and entertain family and friends.
That’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens. We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our top priority, no … View moreYour home is your sanctuary where you can relax, rejuvenate, and entertain family and friends.
That’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens. We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our top priority, no matter what the weather. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for emergencies.

We all hope we never have to experience a natural disaster or other emergency. But if it happens, we’ll take care of everything and make sure that you have what you need.

It's not too late to enter Round the Bays

The Team from Round the Bays

We're just 17 days away from Southern Cross Round the Bays, NZ's largest fun run! Get a wriggle on and get your entry – it's perfect for all ages and fitness stages ☀️

Staying safe in Auckland parks after Cyclone Gabrielle

The Team from Auckland Council

🌀 Cyclone Gabrielle has significantly impacted Tāmaki Makaurau, with considerable damage across the region.
⚠️ We encourages everyone to please use caution when visiting parks, especially around trees.

Auckland Council’s non-essential council facilities to open later this week

The Team from Auckland Council

📅 Wednesday 15 Feb:
➡️ Our early childhood centres will reopen from 9am.
➡️ Kerbside collections resume.
➡️ The collection of flood-damaged items restarts.
📅 Thursday 16 Feb:
➡️ Some libraries, customer service centres, and pools and leisure centres will open from … View more📅 Wednesday 15 Feb:
➡️ Our early childhood centres will reopen from 9am.
➡️ Kerbside collections resume.
➡️ The collection of flood-damaged items restarts.
📅 Thursday 16 Feb:
➡️ Some libraries, customer service centres, and pools and leisure centres will open from midday.
ℹ️ Find out more details by clicking on 'Read More'.