Mount Eden, Auckland

Introducing our dedicated Neighbourly reporter - Ripu Bhatia

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours, 



My name is Ripu, I'm Stuff’s newly appointed Neighbourly reporter for Auckland and Northland. I've worked in Stuff's Auckland newsroom for a year and a half now, and previously covered current affairs and politics.

Neighbourly is growing as a popular … View moreHey neighbours, 



My name is Ripu, I'm Stuff’s newly appointed Neighbourly reporter for Auckland and Northland. I've worked in Stuff's Auckland newsroom for a year and a half now, and previously covered current affairs and politics.

Neighbourly is growing as a popular tool to access local news and keep in touch with those around us, which we often miss with national media outlets. I'm here to bring you the news closest to you in a role which will work similarly to a community newspaper reporter.

If you have any stories or interesting things happening in your suburb or area, please get in touch! 

If you see news posted in your area, please get involved and reply with your comments/thoughts on the issues at hand.



Thanks in advance and I look forward to chatting with you all.



Ripu

Auckland bus trip possible link in Covid-19 cases

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, A commute on an Auckland bus might be the link between a St Lukes mall worker and another Covid-19 case. AT HOP card data might confirm the details. Read the story below:

Stuck at home and a little bored?

Suzy from Mount Eden

The very slightly updated version...Feeling a little bored? At a loss for something to do? Here's a few ideas to get you going. ☺

1. Research your family tree. Ancestry has a two week free trial.
 www.ancestry.com.au...

2. Get in the garden and reconnect with nature.

3. Take a free … View moreThe very slightly updated version...Feeling a little bored? At a loss for something to do? Here's a few ideas to get you going. ☺

1. Research your family tree. Ancestry has a two week free trial.
 www.ancestry.com.au...

2. Get in the garden and reconnect with nature.

3. Take a free online course from Yale University.
poorvucenter.yale.edu...

4. Play Charades with your housemates.

5. Print off some colouring pages and get creative.
www.art-is-fun.com...

6. Try a free online Yoga class.
yogawithadriene.com...

7. Go on a teddy bear hunt around your neighbourhood. (Have you still got a teddy in your window? )

8. Listen to a podcast. www.goodhousekeeping.com...

9. Meditate.
www.headspace.com...

10. Sort out old photos.

11. Read a ebook.
www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz...

12. Dress up and have a special family dinner.

13. Learn to sing.
 youtu.be...

14. Play cards.

15. Start a compost.
www.grownups.co.nz...

16. Bake or cook.

17. Make crafts out of toilet rolls. (Seemed fitting😊). youtu.be...

18. Sort out your cupboards and put things aside to donate to a local charity shop.

Please feel free to share your own ideas in the comments.

We're growing!

Nicholas Wotton from Service King

Service King is super excited to announce that we're expanding our services catalogue. When you want a job done right (and quickly!) but don't want to waste time ringing contractors and tradies - we've got everything under one roof. From carpet cleaning to water blasting to gardening… View moreService King is super excited to announce that we're expanding our services catalogue. When you want a job done right (and quickly!) but don't want to waste time ringing contractors and tradies - we've got everything under one roof. From carpet cleaning to water blasting to gardening and lawn mowing, check out our website for our services. #ServiceKingDoesEverything !

We Are Still Operating

Sophie from Celebration Box

We are currently still operating and delivering nationwide. We also have Same Day Delivery and Contactless Pick Ups available Monday-Friday for our Auckland customers.
www.celebrationbox.co.nz... to shop now 🎁

Upcycle furniture with wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Eden

Use colourful wallpaper samples and your favourite Resene colour to update a tired old piece of furniture.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own

Whose decision was it to pay a CEO $775,000?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, If paying Watercare's outgoing CEO $775,000 seems a lot, don't blame him. Do you know who makes that call? Read the story below:

4 Common Plumbing Problems and How to Deal with Them

Nobody wants to be in Alert Level 3 lockdown, but it does mean some of us have extra time on our hands. It's the perfect time to take a look around the house and make a list of what needs attention. Some plumbing issues are slower to make themselves known, such as a dripping tap or a … View moreNobody wants to be in Alert Level 3 lockdown, but it does mean some of us have extra time on our hands. It's the perfect time to take a look around the house and make a list of what needs attention. Some plumbing issues are slower to make themselves known, such as a dripping tap or a continuously running cistern. Read more about 4 Common Plumbing Problems that we all face at one time or another and how Topline can help you. Remember, we are OPEN at Alert Level 3 and our team are here to help!

Who's got more local heroes?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Auckland's Local Hero.

Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show the Bay of Plenty that you have more good sorts than them!

Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for … View moreHey neighbours,

The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Auckland's Local Hero.

Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show the Bay of Plenty that you have more good sorts than them!

Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year. Who's it going to be Auckland?

nzawards.org.nz...

Westpac Warm Up double glazing deals

RetroFit Double Glazing - Auckland Central

For those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If … View moreFor those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If you're not with Westapc, talk to your banks there’s some pretty competitive rates at the moment.

Be a hero for Kiwi kids

Variety – the Children’s Charity

Become a Hero for Kids for as little as $10 a month and help Kiwi kids with medical and mobility equipment, school needs, extra-curricular opportunities and more.

Sign up today to be a hero at variety.org.nz and make a lasting difference in young lives. Be a hero

Paint it yellow with Resene for Daffodil Day!

Resene

Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood … View moreBuy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwis.

Shop online or call or email your Resene ColorShop to order. Find your ColorShop

Cancer doesn't stop...

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

While our street appeal will no longer take place, we are asking all Aucklanders to support us by donating online.

Just $24 can help pay for a driver to take a cancer patient to and from treatment. Donations can be made here. Donate now

How far can you go during Covid-19 alert level 3 in Auckland ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Do you REALLY know how far you can drive for a walk or relaxation during Level 3. Auckland Council is sharpening its 'stay local' message after last weekends crowds, Or are they? Read this story :

RE: Sri's Tempeh (Organic Fermented Soybeans)

Sri from Sandringham

Hello neighbours,
Looking for a good Tempeh producer in Auckland anyone?
Look no more - introducing Sri's Tempeh, Authentic Indonesian version made right here in your neighbourhood, our Tempeh not pasteurised. Try it and you will not regret! just check the reviews on google page: Sri's … View moreHello neighbours,
Looking for a good Tempeh producer in Auckland anyone?
Look no more - introducing Sri's Tempeh, Authentic Indonesian version made right here in your neighbourhood, our Tempeh not pasteurised. Try it and you will not regret! just check the reviews on google page: Sri's Foods Ltd or our Website: www.srisfoods.co.nz...... or our Facebook pages: Sri's Foods or Sri's Tempeh.
You can buy direct with minimum order of 10 packs, or through these selected stores, for your Tempeh fix!
Tofu Shop Henderson, Tofu Shop New Market, Tofu Shop Pakuranga, Tofu Shop Albany, Lim Supermarket Mt Albert, Jadan Supermarket, Taiping City, Taiping Mt Wellington, PaknSave Royal Oak, PaknSave Silverdale, Freshchoice Halfmoon Bay, Wah Lee Company, Shahji's Health Foodstore Mt Wellington & IE Produce Takapuna.