Ponsonby, Auckland

2388 days ago
2388 days ago

Autumn art made easy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Victoria Park

With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and … View more
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2390 days ago

Kelmarna Garden steers live to see another day

Mandy Te Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, three steers have been saved and will move to a sanctuary in North Canterbury. The animals had been living at Kelmarna Gardens and were going to be slaughtered, which was mentioned on Neighbourly. The community rallied against this and a meat processor employee noticed the steers … View moreHi neighbours, three steers have been saved and will move to a sanctuary in North Canterbury. The animals had been living at Kelmarna Gardens and were going to be slaughtered, which was mentioned on Neighbourly. The community rallied against this and a meat processor employee noticed the steers were important to the community and did not kill them.

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2389 days ago

Foggy Thursday morning in Auckland

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

More than 60 domestic flights were affected by fog over Auckland on Thursday morning. Met Service meteorologist Andy Best said the fog should clear up around midday.
Thank you to Lalit Rane for sharing this photo he took from Mount Eden of the Sky Tower peeping from a blanket of fog.
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More than 60 domestic flights were affected by fog over Auckland on Thursday morning. Met Service meteorologist Andy Best said the fog should clear up around midday.
Thank you to Lalit Rane for sharing this photo he took from Mount Eden of the Sky Tower peeping from a blanket of fog.
Do you like fog, or find it a nuisance? Let us know in the comments.
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2391 days ago

What will a climate change emergency mean for you ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

Hi Neighbours, Climate change has just been declared as an emergency by Auckland Council. It's symbolic but will be closely followed by measures to slow global warming, and will cost ratepayers perhaps from next year's budget. Do you think its a good idea ?

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Hi Neighbours, Climate change has just been declared as an emergency by Auckland Council. It's symbolic but will be closely followed by measures to slow global warming, and will cost ratepayers perhaps from next year's budget. Do you think its a good idea ?

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2389 days ago

Free Learn Meditation Course

Jogyata from Auckland Central

You're invited! A free admission, half-day introductory meditation course covering the step by step guidelines in establishing an effective personal meditation practice. This coming Saturday!

When: Saturday 15 June, 10.30am to 3pm

Where: Western Springs Garden Community Hall 2, 956 … View more
You're invited! A free admission, half-day introductory meditation course covering the step by step guidelines in establishing an effective personal meditation practice. This coming Saturday!

When: Saturday 15 June, 10.30am to 3pm

Where: Western Springs Garden Community Hall 2, 956 Great North Rd
Just turn up, or register by phoning/texting 0221887432. Plenty of venue parking available.

2390 days ago

Pets permitted on Auckland trains for three-month trial

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, pets enclosed in carriers will be allowed on trains from this Sunday at off-peak times. Are you looking forward to taking your pet on the train with you?

2389 days ago

Mate Ma’a Tonga fan day: Monday 17 June, 3.30pm, Mt Smart Stadium

Helen Shaw from

The Mate Ma’a Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior … View more
The Mate Ma’a Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior performances and signing and selfie stations.

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2389 days ago

found bike-red and white Apollo brand

Stuart from Grey Lynn

A red and white Apollo bike has been leaning against a fence outside 25 Baildon Road for a few days. I assume taken/ ridden /dumped.
Hope the owner gets this.
stuart

2389 days ago

New Zealand's newest military helicopter spotted in Auckland

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours. New Zealand has a new Black Hawk US military helicopter, purchased by helicopter company Kahu NZ. Black Hawks have been used during a number of conflicts around the world, including in Iraq, Afghanistan and Somalia - but rest assured, this one will be used for heavy lifting, … View moreHi neighbours. New Zealand has a new Black Hawk US military helicopter, purchased by helicopter company Kahu NZ. Black Hawks have been used during a number of conflicts around the world, including in Iraq, Afghanistan and Somalia - but rest assured, this one will be used for heavy lifting, including electric pylons and jobs within the forestry industry.
The helicopter departed from the Marsden Wharf yesterday afternoon and is heading for Ruapehu.
Think you saw it flying yesterday? Let us know in the comments.
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2389 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View more
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
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  • 72.3% No
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