Onehunga, Auckland

Coronavirus: Auckland's City Rail Link project runs double shifts to catch up

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

Public Transport, what to expect

Cathy McIntosh from Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board

As we move to Alert Level 2, more and more of us will be using public transport things will still look a little different on our buses and trains. Linked below is a great article which helps explain what to expect and how to stay safe from Thursday on wards.
Stay safe.

SPCA'S JUMP TO THE RESCUE IS BACK!

The Team from

Looking to break free after being in lockdown?

Jump to the Rescue is our exciting fundraising event, perfect for adrenaline junkies looking to help a good cause!

Join team SPCA, you won’t regret it:
- Simply sign up at www.spca.nz...
- Share your fundraising page and ask family and friends to … View moreLooking to break free after being in lockdown?

Jump to the Rescue is our exciting fundraising event, perfect for adrenaline junkies looking to help a good cause!

Join team SPCA, you won’t regret it:
- Simply sign up at www.spca.nz...
- Share your fundraising page and ask family and friends to sponsor you
- Raise $775 and you will skydive for free!

Register now for early bird sign up and take to the skies this August: www.spca.nz...

Can't get to the newsstands for your favourite gardening mag?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

If you're having trouble getting your hands on your favourite gardening mag, don't forget you can now order our current May issue online. The price of $9.70 includes shipping.

Re-upholstery work

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

From yellow ☀️ to green 🌱

Auckland Uni students to have grades scaled up because of Covid-19

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hey!
On Thursday, the University of Auckland announced students will have their grades scaled up because of the disruptions of coronavirus.
So a grade of B- will go up to a B or B to a B+.
The student association AUSA had been working with the university to come to an agreement and are … View moreHey!
On Thursday, the University of Auckland announced students will have their grades scaled up because of the disruptions of coronavirus.
So a grade of B- will go up to a B or B to a B+.
The student association AUSA had been working with the university to come to an agreement and are "stoked" with the outcome. Are you a student or have a student at home? What do you think about this?

Coronavirus: Inside the Auckland City Mission during the Covid-19 crisis

Hannah Martin Reporter from Central Leader

Charity shop needs your second-hand goods

Habitat for Humanity

To ensure ongoing support for families in housing need in the lead up to winter, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores are urgently seeking donations of quality second-hand goods.

Please consider donating your pre-loved household items to your local ReStore where all proceeds from their sale go … View moreTo ensure ongoing support for families in housing need in the lead up to winter, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores are urgently seeking donations of quality second-hand goods.

Please consider donating your pre-loved household items to your local ReStore where all proceeds from their sale go towards supporting low income Kiwi families in housing need.

We have locations in: North Shore, Henderson, Panmure, Ormiston, and Pukekohe.

Visit our website for more information. Find out more

Central Auckland woman helping fight coronavirus pandemic with 3D-printing

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, Sandringham resident Annabelle Collins turned her hobby of 3-D-printing Dungeons N Dragons pieces into a business while recovering from a brain injury. Now she's using those skills in the fight against coronavirus by printing PPE for hundreds of medical professionals in the UK … View moreHi neighbours, Sandringham resident Annabelle Collins turned her hobby of 3-D-printing Dungeons N Dragons pieces into a business while recovering from a brain injury. Now she's using those skills in the fight against coronavirus by printing PPE for hundreds of medical professionals in the UK and NZ.

Lime to operate e-scooters again in Auckland after deal with rival Jump

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Lime will soon be operating e-scooters on Auckland streets again after it purchased rival micromobil…

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Three Kings

Ken from Three Kings

Don't be tempted to order online from Bunnings - on the 8th day after ordering I got an email to book a time to collect. I arrived on time - waited 20 minutes for someone to speak to me (in car) then waited a further 25 minutes for my order to be delivered to the car. Appears to be the most … View moreDon't be tempted to order online from Bunnings - on the 8th day after ordering I got an email to book a time to collect. I arrived on time - waited 20 minutes for someone to speak to me (in car) then waited a further 25 minutes for my order to be delivered to the car. Appears to be the most disorganised system I have ever seem.

Celia Hay's - NZ Wine Guide (2nd Edition)

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

A little knowledge on New Zealand wine can go a long way in helping people understand their palate better. Our students studying hospitality management and cookery are looking forward to discovering more about wine from Celia Hay’s New Zealand Wine Guide.

*Win* Happy Mother's Day Neighbours

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Competition alert! Mother's Day might be a little different this year and here at Neighbourly, we want to make the day a bit more special - that's why we're giving away five SOS Business vouchers worth $100 each to use in your local businesses!

All you've got to do is tell … View moreCompetition alert! Mother's Day might be a little different this year and here at Neighbourly, we want to make the day a bit more special - that's why we're giving away five SOS Business vouchers worth $100 each to use in your local businesses!

All you've got to do is tell us how you're celebrating your Mum - or a special woman in your life - with the constraints of lockdown (or how you'd like to share the love once we're in Level 2).

Comment below to enter, hurry though, entries close tonight 11.59pm Sunday 10th May 2020.
T&Cs apply.

Moving Boxes available

Lynda from Onehunga

Hi, I have just moved houses so have around 25 different sized cardboard boxes for anyone who want them for their move (or for storage). Feel free to message me to arrange a pick-up. Thanks

Father-of-eight laundromat burglar can apply for home detention to care for kids

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader