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What's one highway or road that needs attention?
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View moreWe've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.
Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!
We need Volunteer Area Coordinators for our SPCA Street Appeal 2025!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?
We're seeking … View moreAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?
We're seeking Volunteer Area Coordinators to help organize collection sites and volunteer collectors in your area for SPCA Fill the Bucket appeal on Friday 30 May and Saturday 31 May.
SPCA’s Fill the Bucket Appeal is a vital fundraising event that directly supports our mission to protect and care for animals across New Zealand. As an Area Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring its success by assisting our Events Team with volunteer management, overseeing rosters, and coordinating collection sites in your designated area.
This year's Street Appeal takes place on Friday, May 30th and Saturday May 31st. If you're passionate about making a difference, we’d love to have you on board!
Click the link below to find out more and apply!
Music Classes for adults and kids!!!
Dear All,
The music classes for adults and kids are happening in Sandringham. This is an Indian music thought in contemporary style. We have regular and crash courses for various instruments like piano, guitar and flute along with vocal training. Feel free to contact us @ 02108427540.
🎉The Riddler wants to hear from you 🫵
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View moreHello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔
Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩
Create Your Own Mini Glasshouse
Create a mini glasshouse environment finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pitch Black to extend your growing season – perfect for early spring planting, hardening off seedlings and making the most of small growing spaces. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step … View moreCreate a mini glasshouse environment finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pitch Black to extend your growing season – perfect for early spring planting, hardening off seedlings and making the most of small growing spaces. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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Car broken into at New Windsor
Hi Everyone,
Just a heads up neighbours - our courtesy that we borrowed got broken into either late last night or early morning.
I’m angry because this scumbag/Duce bag has made my morning inconvenient with my school drop off and getting to work. Shame on this scum whoever it is. The car … View moreHi Everyone,
Just a heads up neighbours - our courtesy that we borrowed got broken into either late last night or early morning.
I’m angry because this scumbag/Duce bag has made my morning inconvenient with my school drop off and getting to work. Shame on this scum whoever it is. The car wasn’t worth breaking into and no valuable items in the car.
Be alert neighbours.
Arrests linked to burglaries
Auckland Central Police have cleared out two apartments full of stolen property, resulting in four arrests.
In the process an excess of 80 stolen items, including 13 electric scooters, have been recovered by Police.
Auckland Central Area Commander Inspector Grant Tetzlaff says an investigation … View moreAuckland Central Police have cleared out two apartments full of stolen property, resulting in four arrests.
In the process an excess of 80 stolen items, including 13 electric scooters, have been recovered by Police.
Auckland Central Area Commander Inspector Grant Tetzlaff says an investigation has been underway into a series of burglaries at businesses and apartments in the city over the past month.
On Wednesday morning, the City Tactical Crime Unit along with the Beat Team and Police Support Unit executed two search warrants.
“Operation Rocket homed in on two apartments within a Hobson Street complex,” Inspector Tetzlaff says.
“Inside our teams came across an Aladdin’s cave of stolen property and it’s going to take some time to work through where everything has come from.”
Amongst the find was 13 electric scooters, an assortment of power tools and other electronic valuables.
Some of the power tools have been linked to a North Shore burglary in 2019, Inspector Tetzlaff says.
Four people at the addresses have been arrested and charged.
“Charges laid at this point relate to two burglaries at a Wellesley Street business, and a Union Street apartment last month,” he says.
Those charged are two men, aged 28 and 36, and two women, aged 35 and 41.
A 28-year-old man has been charged with two counts of burglary. He has also been charged with the aggravated robbery of an electric scooter in January.
A 41-year-old woman faces two charges of burglary. The other two arrested face charges of receiving stolen property.
Separately, a 47-year-old woman was located during search warrants in possession of methamphetamine and charged accordingly.
“The team working on Operation Rocket are continuing with their enquiries and further charges cannot be ruled out at this stage,” Inspector Tetzlaff says.
“Burglary is a serious offence and brings with it a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment.
“It’s a fantastic outcome as our team continue to work hard in holding this offending to account.”
Those charged are now before the Auckland District Court.
Winter Energy Payment
The Winter Energy Payment starts again on Thursday 1 May. This helps keep your home warm and dry over winter.
If you get NZ Super or Veteran’s Pension, you will be entitled to receive it from Thursday 1 May until Wednesday 1 October. This is done automatically; you don’t need to apply.
When … View moreThe Winter Energy Payment starts again on Thursday 1 May. This helps keep your home warm and dry over winter.
If you get NZ Super or Veteran’s Pension, you will be entitled to receive it from Thursday 1 May until Wednesday 1 October. This is done automatically; you don’t need to apply.
When you receive NZ Super on Tuesday 6 May it will include a part Winter Energy Payment. Your first full Winter Energy Payment will be on Tuesday 20 May.
Couples and people with dependent children will get $31.82 a week. Single and widowed people will get $20.46 a week.
Couples will receive a combined payment which is made to one person in the couple – unfortunately we can’t split it, but we can switch it to the other person’s account. Please get in touch if you want to do so by calling the MSD Seniors Line on 0800 552 002.
If you are overseas
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If you are travelling overseas during this period, or you are already in another country on Tuesday 1 May, you can keep getting the Winter Energy Payment for up to 28 days (or four weeks).
You must tell MSD if you’ll be away for more than 28 days, otherwise you could be paid incorrectly. If this happens, you may be required to pay some money back.
The easiest way to let MSD know about your travel is using the ‘Overseas travel dates for NZ Super or Veteran’s Pension’ online form, or by giving MSD a call on 0800 552 002. You will also need to tell MSD when you return, so your payment can be started again.
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A Sweet Deal for NZ House & Garden Subscribers!
Looking for the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this season? How about a year of expert home design ideas, styling inspiration, and seasonal décor tips PLUS a delightful Easter treat?
Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a … View moreLooking for the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this season? How about a year of expert home design ideas, styling inspiration, and seasonal décor tips PLUS a delightful Easter treat?
Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a Bennetto Easter Gift Pack worth $30 for FREE! But hurry, this sweet offer is only available to the first 250 subscribers, so don't miss out!
Treat yourself or a loved one to the perfect mix of sweet and stylish today!
From the team at Mags4Gifts
Two Local Family Events on Sat 5 April 2025
Looking for something fun and meaningful to do with the whānau this weekend? Why not make a day of it and visit two incredible local events, both supported by the Albert-Eden Local Board!
🚴♀️ Start your morning at the Greenwoods Corner Go Green Eco Day
📍 Greenwoods Corner, Epsom |… View moreLooking for something fun and meaningful to do with the whānau this weekend? Why not make a day of it and visit two incredible local events, both supported by the Albert-Eden Local Board!
🚴♀️ Start your morning at the Greenwoods Corner Go Green Eco Day
📍 Greenwoods Corner, Epsom | 🕗 From 8AM
🌱 Join our community bike ride, check out the kids’ climate poster comp, enjoy e-bike demos, and explore sustainable living ideas with the whole family.
👉 greenwoodscorner.co.nz/events.html
🎨 Then head over to the Mt Eden Little Day Out
📍 Mt Eden Village Centre | 🕙 10AM – 1PM
🌈 A free family-friendly event packed with live music, activities, food and fun!
👉 mtedenvillagecentre.co.nz/little-day-out
💚 Two events. Two vibrant communities. Loads of fun.
Both events are proudly supported by the Albert-Eden Local Board and individual event sponsors. Check their event pages for more details.
Let’s support local, celebrate sustainability, and enjoy time together in our neighbourhoods!
A time to be vigilant
It's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe… View moreIt's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe tax and need to pay immediately to avoid legal trouble.
How to stay safe:
✅ Don’t click on links in emails or texts - log in to your myIR account directly.
✅ Check the sender - official IRD emails always end in @ird.govt.nz.
✅ Be cautious with texts - IRD only sends messages from four-digit codes, not
regular phone numbers.
Learn more about protecting yourself from tax scams:
netsafe.org.nz...
Getting your flu jab
Getting a yearly flu vaccine is a great defence against catching the flu virus and it is FREE if you’re 65 or older.
As you get older, your immune system gets weaker. This means you're at higher risk of catching flu and developing complications such as pneumonia even if you feel fit and … View moreGetting a yearly flu vaccine is a great defence against catching the flu virus and it is FREE if you’re 65 or older.
As you get older, your immune system gets weaker. This means you're at higher risk of catching flu and developing complications such as pneumonia even if you feel fit and healthy.
The flu isn’t just a common cold. It can be serious and make people very sick. In severe cases it can mean a hospital stay – particularly if you’re over 65 or have an ongoing medical condition, such as heart disease or diabetes.
You can get your free flu vaccine at your healthcare provider or many local pharmacies. To book visit BookMyVaccine.nz or call 0800 28 29 26 Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm. Interpreters are available and you can also speak to a Māori or disability advisor.
The flu vaccine changes each year to help protect you against what flu strain is expected to be most prevalent. Although having the vaccine doesn’t guarantee you won’t catch the flu, it reduces your risk of serious illness if you do catch it. You can’t catch the flu from the vaccine.
You can have the flu vaccine at the same time as other immunisations. Ask your healthcare provider if you are due for any other vaccines including the COVID-19 booster, tetanus and whooping cough booster, or the shingles vaccine.
Being up to date with all your immunisations gives you the best possible protection from severe illness and can reduce the chance of you spreading illness to family members who are at risk of becoming seriously ill.
Whooping cough (pertussis) boosters are available
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Whooping cough (pertussis) can be very serious, especially for babies under 12 months old and older people. The best protection against whooping cough is immunisation.
The whooping cough vaccine is FREE for pregnant people, children under the age of 18, and booster doses are available at 45 and 65 years old (unless you already had a booster for pertussis or tetanus recently). Please speak with your healthcare provider, pharmacy, or GP if you are eligible.
Book in advance at Book a vaccine or call 0800 28 29 26.
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Heads or Tails?
Be in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can … View moreBe in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can watch the game.
- x2 food & beverage vouchers
- x1 goodie bag and blues jersey.
- Visiting the commentary box
- Being taken to the field side-line where you can watch the team warm-up.
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