Mount Roskill, Auckland

How will you be celebrating Guy Fawkes this year?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours. Guy Fawkes will again be celebrated with events and public displays in Auckland this year, despite ongoing controversy over the use of fireworks. There's fireworks at Western Springs and Waikaraka speedway, a summer concert with fireworks in Orewa and a combined Halloween and … View moreHi neighbours. Guy Fawkes will again be celebrated with events and public displays in Auckland this year, despite ongoing controversy over the use of fireworks. There's fireworks at Western Springs and Waikaraka speedway, a summer concert with fireworks in Orewa and a combined Halloween and fireworks event out West. Will you be celebrating Guy Fawkes at one of these public events or setting off fireworks at home?

Minimum wage, no help and on the ladder at 25: here's how they did it

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now … View moreI loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now they're living happily in their Hawke's Bay home.
Have a read and see how they did it, and while you're at it have a listen to our third episode of First Rung, the podcast for first home buyers for a little more inspiration.

Could you be "The Namer" and find Auckland's new brand?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Officially the short-list has been drawn up for a new name for the merged council agencies ATEED and RFA. But here's the criteria - see if you can do better. What would you call it? Read the story below:

Nests under fire

Reporter Community News

Remember to check under your bonnets this time of the year.

That's the warning from Fire and Emergency NZ.

This car arrived for a service with a couple of stowaways stashed under the bonnet.

Firefighters say the driver of this car was very lucky.

Green singlet

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size small. Worn a couple times. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $5

Sleeveless blouse

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size 10. Worn a few times, good condition. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $10

Sleeveless blouse

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size small, worn a couple times. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $10

Black cap sleeve t-shirt

Katrina from Mount Eden

Mountain Equipment Co-op brand size medium North American sizing. Has spandex in it so is stretchy. Worn a couple times. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $8

Sheer sleeveless blouse

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size 10, used. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $5

Yellow Sirocco top

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size small, good condition. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $10

Sleeveless top

Katrina from Mount Eden

Capture sleeveless top, size 10. Good condition. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $10

Butterfly print top

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size 10, never worn. Includes singlet. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $10

Did your family celebrate Halloween this year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We saw some friendly ghosts and even some costumed pooches this year! We'd love for you to spread the joy further than your backyard by sharing a snap from your Halloween festivities below 🎃

Merric tunic

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size 10, good condition. Pick up is Mt Eden.

Price: $10

Kathmandu collared top

Katrina from Mount Eden

Size 14 Kathmandu top with collar. Pick up Mt Eden.

Price: $12