Point Chevalier, Auckland

Recipe: Chicken and leek pie - My Food Bag

My Food Bag Reporter from Central Leader

CHICKEN AND LEEK PIE Serves 5 Recipe courtesy of My Food Bag, from its MADE offering. If you're kee…

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It’s time to vote!

The Team from Auckland Council

It’s time to vote for the Auckland you love in the local elections.

Don’t leave it to the last minute.

Get your papers back early and relax. Last day to post is Tuesday 8th October, or drop them in a ballot box before midday Saturday 12 October. Find out more

Get your curtains cleaned up

The Team from

Are your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly … View moreAre your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We are located in Wairau Park, Glenfield. We have been cleaning curtains for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For the best fabric curtain and blind cleaning in Auckland, please contact us to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350 Find out more

Farmers banned from owning livestock for mistreating animals on the rise

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

The number of farmers banned from owning livestock because of animal welfare issues has risen in the…

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NZ House & Garden House Tour - Tickets on sale now!

NZ House & Garden Tours

Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to … View moreJoin us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to take in the best scenery the region has to offer, try some quirky cafes or eateries along the way, and also visit our Hub; a one stop shop for all your house tour information and where they can meet the editorial team behind their much-loved magazine.

How safe are e-scooters? injury numbers are declining but more infrastructure work needed, expert says

Laine Moger And Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Safety concerns over e-scooter has been a hot topic since the first ride-share vehicles arrived on N…

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Pedestrians FIRST

Gael from Westmere

I'm sick of getting judged for not cycling
Why do AT lump 'walking and cycling' together when they really mean 'cycling'
Why isn't as much money spent on repairing footpaths as it is on cycleways?
No matter what mode of transport we use, once we get out or of, … View moreI'm sick of getting judged for not cycling
Why do AT lump 'walking and cycling' together when they really mean 'cycling'
Why isn't as much money spent on repairing footpaths as it is on cycleways?
No matter what mode of transport we use, once we get out or of, we're all pedestrians.
Who we actually need to be designing for are the mobility impaired - babies in prams, toddlers, children, elderly, sight impaired, hearing impaired, wheelchairs, walking stick and walking frame users, those with injuries using crutches or knee scooters, those carrying loads and shopping. IMO.
Who this lobby group think they are to judge me?

Spectacular painting by local artist

Tania from Point Chevalier

"In The Midst" Acrylic on canvas. 90cm x 58cm x 5cm This amazing work is by professionally qualified artist. Last year exhibited at The Dunedin Art Show. By Tania Šunde - Bachelor of Fine Arts, member of New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts Wellington.

Price: $595

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💜🌿

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.

#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ

Should Auckland Uni support the climate strike?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Auckand Uni is the only NZ university not to back next week's climate strike.

Senior management said it would not be "appropriate" for the university to support the action on Friday 27 September - but students have called that a cop out.

What do you think?

Please add NP if you … View moreAuckand Uni is the only NZ university not to back next week's climate strike.

Senior management said it would not be "appropriate" for the university to support the action on Friday 27 September - but students have called that a cop out.

What do you think?

Please add NP if you don't want your comment to be used in print.

Rebecca Nelson in concert

The Team from Edmund Hillary Retirement Village

We invite you to join us to see Rebecca Nelson’s new show!

Rebecca has a brand new line up of fabulous songs for 2019.
She’ll also join us for afternoon tea and a chat following the performance.

Tickets are only $5.
This is a concert not to be missed!

Where: Edmund Hillary Retirement… View moreWe invite you to join us to see Rebecca Nelson’s new show!

Rebecca has a brand new line up of fabulous songs for 2019.
She’ll also join us for afternoon tea and a chat following the performance.

Tickets are only $5.
This is a concert not to be missed!

Where: Edmund Hillary Retirement Village | 221 Abbotts Way, Remuera
When: Friday 27 September, 2pm

Auckland mayoral race: Cool on revived waterfront stadium

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland's leading mayoral contenders remain cool on the immediate prospects of a waterfront stadium…

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Helping out

Hayley from Mount Albert

Hi there not sure if I can post this here but just letting u know about a give a little page that I recently made. Please look into it and have a think about helping out. Everything u need to know is there
givealittle.co.nz...
Thank you

Carly Rae Jepsen announces her first New Zealand show, performing in December

Central Leader

More than seven years since the release of her hit song Call Me Maybe, Carly Rae Jepsen has announce…

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'Not ready to give up yet': Zamesbi owners on why they're selling beloved brand

Glenn Mcconnell Reporter from Central Leader