Onehunga, Auckland

Loans that suit small businesses

Prospa

When Francis Swart’s home-based Auckland skin and beauty business “Gorgeous You” experienced a period of rapid growth, she realised it was time to expand into a larger space.

After experiencing the run-around from traditional lenders, she came across Prospa on social media. They provided … View moreWhen Francis Swart’s home-based Auckland skin and beauty business “Gorgeous You” experienced a period of rapid growth, she realised it was time to expand into a larger space.

After experiencing the run-around from traditional lenders, she came across Prospa on social media. They provided her with the funds she needed to open a new salon premises and do a complete fit out and refresh, all with an easy-to-manage weekly repayment plan that suited business cash flow.

Next step for Francis is to work with a business coach to grow the business further – and Prospa will be right alongside her. Find out more

Mt Albert tree protest: Occupation hits one month mark as fellers face judicial review

Amanda Saxton Reporter from Central Leader

Protesters occupying Ōwairaka/Mt Albert will celebrate a "double banger" on Wednesday, Honour the Ma…

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Suspicious guy at Arthur St.

Allen from Ellerslie

Just now - there is a suspicious guy on Arthur St. checking something underneath each car parked on the road. My flatmate managed to take a photo of him on his car. We have notified the police about this.

Auckland Museum loaned largest selection of ancient artifacts from British Museum

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

The year 2020 will mark a series of firsts for Auckland Museum.  For three months, it will be home …

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Car thieves preying on diners get pricked in Operation Cactus

John Weekes Reporter from Central Leader

By sharing your light you light the way for others.

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tis the season... let's help make other's holidays more merry and bright.

#NSNZthejoyofgiving

H O L I D A Y S

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

We will be open until next Wednesday 18 November and will be out for holidays 🥳 until Monday 06 January. One more week!!

The Great NZ Santa Run

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🙏🏼 We would like to thank each and everyone that took part or helped to make this year's The Great NZ Santa Run a huge success! 🎅🏼

#YouthDevelopment #GraemeDingleFoundation #Leadership #TheGreatNZSantaRun

Auckland man accused of murdering toddler Malcolm Bell named

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

A 51-year-old man who denies killing 16-month-old toddler Malcolm Robert Bell can now be named.  Ma…

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Auckland bus suspension: What you need to know

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

More than 70,000 daily bus trips could be affected by a suspension dealt to hundreds of NZ Bus drivers across Auckland. The suspension comes after tensions between NZ Bus and union members as they tried to settle on a new collective agreement regarding pay and work hours. Union members had been … View moreMore than 70,000 daily bus trips could be affected by a suspension dealt to hundreds of NZ Bus drivers across Auckland. The suspension comes after tensions between NZ Bus and union members as they tried to settle on a new collective agreement regarding pay and work hours. Union members had been declining bus fares from passengers, and planned to do so until Christmas before the suspension began. Now drivers will go without pay until Christmas Eve.
NZ Bus' biggest area is central Auckland, all of the Link services, and those serving the main isthmus arterials to eastern suburbs and along Mt Eden, Dominion and Sandringham Roads, as well as some to the outer west and northwest, and on the North Shore.
How has the bus driver suspension affected you? Let us know in the comments.

"Tis the season to support local"

Ecomailbox

“Wouldn’t it be great if there was a central directory of locally-made, ethically-produced and upcycled gift ideas?

Well, hold the phone - Makers & Local by Ecomailbox have done exactly this, and it’s EPIC! There’s gifts broken into categories, DIY ideas, an eco advent calendar, … View more“Wouldn’t it be great if there was a central directory of locally-made, ethically-produced and upcycled gift ideas?

Well, hold the phone - Makers & Local by Ecomailbox have done exactly this, and it’s EPIC! There’s gifts broken into categories, DIY ideas, an eco advent calendar, social enterprises to support, low-waste gift wrapping inspo, and even gorgeous must-see beaches to explore over summer.

Plus 24 of NZ’s eco bloggers have shared their tips for a Merry Mindful Christmas. From great crafty activities, DIY gifts & acts of kindness to celebrate the festive month of December more mindfully and sustainably.

Read more in the Makers & Local guide now. Read the guide

Auckland bus drivers vote to continue industrial action, go without pay

Stephen Forbes Reporter from Central Leader

Christmas in the Park 2019: Rules, banned items, stage times and lineup

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

It's the outdoor variety stage show big on carols, celebrities and Santa.  Entertaining Aucklanders…

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Christmas in the Park 2019: What you need to know

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

It's the outdoor variety stage show big on carols, celebrities and Santa. Entertaining Aucklanders and Cantabrians alike since the mid-90s, Kiwi institution Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park is back for another year on December 14. Held at Auckland Domain, we've got everything you need to … View moreIt's the outdoor variety stage show big on carols, celebrities and Santa. Entertaining Aucklanders and Cantabrians alike since the mid-90s, Kiwi institution Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park is back for another year on December 14. Held at Auckland Domain, we've got everything you need to know about the hosts and more.

Hillsborough Christmas Festival

Hills Church

We are hosting free Christmas event - for everyone, young and old, in the community! Come along for free food stalls, bouncy castle, sausage sizzle, Christmas carols, entertainment, candy floss, carnival games, great coffee and more. Did we mention this is all free?
ALL WELCOME!

Sunday 22nd … View moreWe are hosting free Christmas event - for everyone, young and old, in the community! Come along for free food stalls, bouncy castle, sausage sizzle, Christmas carols, entertainment, candy floss, carnival games, great coffee and more. Did we mention this is all free?
ALL WELCOME!

Sunday 22nd December
10.30am-1.30pm
179 Hillsborough Road - front carpark