Parnell, Auckland

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

108 days ago

Spring School Holiday Programme

Danielle Muller from The Village Square Trust

Looking for a fun, safe and engaging way to keep your children active these school holidays? Join Auckland's most awesome school holiday programme!

We offer two activity options every day:
• Adventure Seekers: Enjoy activities like skating, indoor climbing, theatre shows, the All Blacks… View more
Looking for a fun, safe and engaging way to keep your children active these school holidays? Join Auckland's most awesome school holiday programme!

We offer two activity options every day:
• Adventure Seekers: Enjoy activities like skating, indoor climbing, theatre shows, the All Blacks Experience, mini golf and much more.
• Club House: Creative arts, crafts, outdoor games & science experiments, held on-site.

Drop off your children as early as 7:30am and pick up as late as 6pm for no extra charge.

• Dates: 22 September to 3 October
• Locations: Balmoral School, Epsom Normal Primary, Parnell Community Centre
• Time: 7.30am-6pm / 9am- 3pm
• Ages: 5-13

✅ Safe & supervised
✅ Friendly staff
✅ Affordable pricing
✅ MSD approved and OSCAR accredited

For more info and to enrol online visit: villagesquare.org.nz...

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118 days ago

Lemon Season: Got any ideas?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View more
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance

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109 days ago

Concrete/wood dining table

Debbie from Remuera

Great condition just too big for our room
Seats 8 comfortably

Price: $900

115 days ago

🏋️‍♀️ Help us exercise our brains!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
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We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...

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109 days ago

Plasma can help treat someone’s liver failure

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.
Please help someone start their new life today.

Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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110 days ago

Christmas Party Special

Danielle Muller from The Village Square Trust

Organising the office Christmas Party? 🎄
Host your Christmas Party in our iconic Jubilee Hall at Parnell Community Centre!

Confirm your booking by 30 September and we'll cover the clean up, saving you $275! Visit our website for more info: villagesquare.org.nz...

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110 days ago

Share your strawberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.

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110 days ago

$60 for the 3 shorts and $20 for PE shorts

Cibelli from Remuera

3 x AGS school shorts (size 12). Great for a new Form 3 student. Very good condition. No tears, marks, or stains. Well looked after.

1 x AGS PE shorts (size 2XS). Great for a new Form
3 student. Very good condition, other than for the student name on the yellow liner (see image). No tears, marks,… View more
3 x AGS school shorts (size 12). Great for a new Form 3 student. Very good condition. No tears, marks, or stains. Well looked after.

1 x AGS PE shorts (size 2XS). Great for a new Form
3 student. Very good condition, other than for the student name on the yellow liner (see image). No tears, marks, or stains. Well looked after. Selling because our son is growing!
Buyer must collect. Collection is in Remuera.

Price: $80

110 days ago

Interested in the benefits of Mindfulness? Next week

Eve from Eve Rudkin Mindfulness

Hi Neighbours – If you would like to feel the benefits of Mindfulness, which include managing overthinking, come and join our small group for a gentle session which includes gentle movement and relaxing simple practices.

Next one is on Monday 8th Sept 1.30 - 2.45pm, Meadowbank Community … View more
Hi Neighbours – If you would like to feel the benefits of Mindfulness, which include managing overthinking, come and join our small group for a gentle session which includes gentle movement and relaxing simple practices.

Next one is on Monday 8th Sept 1.30 - 2.45pm, Meadowbank Community Centre. Come and see what it is like! Contact me - the first session free, then Koha welcome. 021 255 1485

Usually third Monday of the month - however this month we are meeting on the 8th


Click Read More to find out more about what I do - I also offer one-on-one mental wellbeing sessions, custom courses for group bookings, and a group for experienced meditators.
www.everudkinmindfulness.co.nz...

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111 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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117 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: We found a purrr-fect band-aid to stress

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Needing some ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) to calm your nerves? Visit an artificial purr-engine!

Use the sliders on the site to change whether the purr is a sleepy purr or an excited purr.

We hope this link brings a smile!

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113 days ago

Free trampoline

Rowan from Parnell

To be collected this weekend from Parnell. Some springs detached and some break in top netting railing. As is where is.

Free

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114 days ago

📺 Crystal‑Clear TV, Every Time!

TV Signal Solutions Ltd. from TV Signal Solutions Ltd.

TV Tuning • Signal Troubleshooting • Cabling Solutions
Tired of fuzzy channels, signal drop‑outs, or tangled cable setups? We’re here to get your viewing back on track.

✅ TV Tuning & Setup – Perfectly tuned channels for Freeview, satellite, or digital TV
✅ Signal Problem Solving … View more
TV Tuning • Signal Troubleshooting • Cabling Solutions
Tired of fuzzy channels, signal drop‑outs, or tangled cable setups? We’re here to get your viewing back on track.

✅ TV Tuning & Setup – Perfectly tuned channels for Freeview, satellite, or digital TV
✅ Signal Problem Solving – Diagnose and fix weak or lost reception
✅ Cabling & Connections – Professional installs, clean setups, and neat finishes
✅ Friendly, Local Service – Fast response across Auckland
Don’t put up with poor reception — enjoy the picture and sound you paid for.
📞 Call TV Solutions on 0220746441
📧 Email: tvsignalsolutions.co.nz@gmail.com
📍 Serving homes & businesses across Auckland

114 days ago

🔎 Rare Table Find Alert 🔍 at our Wairau SPCA Op Shop!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Kindly donated to our Wairau SPCA Op Shop is this stunning Stamped Copper Egyptian Coffee Table (circa 1960s)!

📏 113 cm diameter and 48 cm high
✨ Condition is very good
💰 Just $750 (similar tables online can go for thousands!)
🚚 Pickup from 121 Wairau Road, Auckland, or delivery … View more
Kindly donated to our Wairau SPCA Op Shop is this stunning Stamped Copper Egyptian Coffee Table (circa 1960s)!

📏 113 cm diameter and 48 cm high
✨ Condition is very good
💰 Just $750 (similar tables online can go for thousands!)
🚚 Pickup from 121 Wairau Road, Auckland, or delivery within Auckland for $60

A collectible piece that will make a statement in any home! All profits go directly to animals in need 🐾

114 days ago

Neck Pain + Gut Discomfort? We Can Help — Naturally.

Evergreen from Evergreen Natural Health Epsom Clinic

Constant neck & upper back pain from stress, poor posture and easily repeat Sprain

This client also had bloating and low energy.

After just 3 sessions of acupuncture + hands-on therapy, she felt much better.

We’re based in Epsom – message us if you’re feeling the same 💬

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Constant neck & upper back pain from stress, poor posture and easily repeat Sprain

This client also had bloating and low energy.

After just 3 sessions of acupuncture + hands-on therapy, she felt much better.

We’re based in Epsom – message us if you’re feeling the same 💬

💆‍♀️ Evergreen Clinic · Natural recovery, local care.

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