St Heliers, Auckland

Out of Zone Ballot for 2026.

Victoria Avenue School

We are offering further opportunity for out of zone families to apply for enrolment in years 2-6 for 2026

The board invites applications from parents who wish to apply for out of zone enrolment of their children in years 2-6 at Victoria Avenue School for next year.

Application forms for in … View moreWe are offering further opportunity for out of zone families to apply for enrolment in years 2-6 for 2026

The board invites applications from parents who wish to apply for out of zone enrolment of their children in years 2-6 at Victoria Avenue School for next year.

Application forms for in zone and out of zone enrolments are available on our website www.va.school.nz...

The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places is Friday, 14 November 2025.

If the number of out-of-zone applications exceeds the number of places available, students will be selected by ballot. If a ballot is required it will be held on Wednesday, 19 November 2025.

Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held.

Transform pallets into a colourful portable bench with Resene!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Orakei

Transform wooden pallets into a portable bench or kitchen island with Resene paints and wood stains. Find out how to make and paint your own portable bench with these easy step by step instructions.

Roadworks on SH20 between Puhinui Road and Massey Road

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 2 to 26 November, we will be installing a new electronic overhead sign on SH20 near the Portage Road overbridge. Works will take place Sunday to Thursday nights, between 10pm and 5am.
Expect a combination of northbound and southbound closures as well as lane restrictions. Find out more

Science Projects Kits for children from 7 years old- NEW Kits

Shelly from Meadowbank

Science project kits for children from 7years old for sale:
- Lights colours and optics- components and book for over 17 projects
- Inventions in phones and telecommunications - components and book for over 10 projects
- Inventions in land vehicles- components and book for over 10 projects
- … View moreScience project kits for children from 7years old for sale:
- Lights colours and optics- components and book for over 17 projects
- Inventions in phones and telecommunications - components and book for over 10 projects
- Inventions in land vehicles- components and book for over 10 projects
- Inventions in rockets - components and book for over 10 projects
The kits are in new condition, unopened and unused.
$20 each project kit

Price: $20

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A variety of Diary of a Wimpy Kid books

Shelly from Meadowbank

A variety of Diary of a Wimpy Kid books for sale. The books are in good and excellent condition.
$5 for each book.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Cabin Fever
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: a novel in cartoons
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw
Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Third Wheel
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Rodrick … View moreA variety of Diary of a Wimpy Kid books for sale. The books are in good and excellent condition.
$5 for each book.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Cabin Fever
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: a novel in cartoons
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw
Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Third Wheel
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Rodrick rules
Diary of a Wimpy Kid the ugly truth

Price: $5

Planter Box

Alex from Neighbours Garden Planters

AVAILABLE SIZES & PRICES:
1.8m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $150
1.4m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $120
1.2m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $100
1m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $90
50cm (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $70
40cm × 40cm × 40cm — $45

Optional painting or … View moreAVAILABLE SIZES & PRICES:
1.8m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $150
1.4m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $120
1.2m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $100
1m (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $90
50cm (L) × 40cm (W) × 40cm (H) — $70
40cm × 40cm × 40cm — $45

Optional painting or staining available on request

Bright Spots winners!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A big congratulations to the 2025 Resene Bright Spots winners! We are proud to announce our ten winners who have all won a $250 Prezzy card and a $250 Resene Gift card!

Deepa Keenawinna - Lower Hutt (home crafts)
Slava Voronin - Kerikeri (blossoming tree)
Sam Holliday - Paraparaumu (hot pink … View moreA big congratulations to the 2025 Resene Bright Spots winners! We are proud to announce our ten winners who have all won a $250 Prezzy card and a $250 Resene Gift card!

Deepa Keenawinna - Lower Hutt (home crafts)
Slava Voronin - Kerikeri (blossoming tree)
Sam Holliday - Paraparaumu (hot pink outdoor chair)
Chris Carlyon - Waikanae (French Bulldog painting)
Joel Bradley - Auckland (Kea painting)
Jayne Walton - Rangiora (rainbow gate
Charmaine Macpherson - Cheviot (colourful bathtab)
Adele Whittaker - Auckland (school mural)
Karan Robson - Foxton Beach (blue backdoor)
Dave Bang - Levin (native bird mural)

Take a look at their wonderful colourful entries below. A huge thank you to everyone who shared a Bright Spot in their community this year; we have loved seeing the places in your neighbourhood that bring you joy.

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Auckland Grammar football/hockey shorts

Lindi from Kohimarama

Auckland Grammar football/hockey shorts
Size small $20

Price: $20

Brave mum seeking a place to rest and be spoilt

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, more than 10,000 kittens and mums will come into SPCA’s care. Please help us give these families the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today!

Fostering saves lives and helps mums raise their bubs in a safe and quiet … View moreKitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, more than 10,000 kittens and mums will come into SPCA’s care. Please help us give these families the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today!

Fostering saves lives and helps mums raise their bubs in a safe and quiet environment. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

Break free with Waterford Village

Oceania Waterford Village

Why spend another summer mowing lawns and clipping hedges? Secure your spot at Waterford Village today and kickstart your real retirement in effortless style.

Beautiful homes with all the space and none of the maintenance. Not to mention a $10,000 island holiday, $5,000 moving package, plus … View moreWhy spend another summer mowing lawns and clipping hedges? Secure your spot at Waterford Village today and kickstart your real retirement in effortless style.

Beautiful homes with all the space and none of the maintenance. Not to mention a $10,000 island holiday, $5,000 moving package, plus your first year’s weekly fees free*.

Ready to escape? Call our Retirement Limbo Hotline on 0800 920 002.

*Terms, conditions and eligibility criteria apply. Visit retirementlimbo.co.nz for full T&Cs. Learn More

Poll: What do you think about Fonterra's deal? 🐮🥛

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fonterra is selling some of its well-known brands — including Anchor, Mainland, Fernleaf, and Kapiti Fine Foods — to French company Lactalis.

Why? Fonterra says it wants to focus on ingredients rather than consumer brands.

💭 What do you think about the move?

Keen to read more? Luke … View moreFonterra is selling some of its well-known brands — including Anchor, Mainland, Fernleaf, and Kapiti Fine Foods — to French company Lactalis.

Why? Fonterra says it wants to focus on ingredients rather than consumer brands.

💭 What do you think about the move?

Keen to read more? Luke Malpass offers his opinion in The Press

What do you think about Fonterra's deal? 🐮🥛

• Unsure - will wait to see how this affects my wallet
• Sad to see Kiwi brands sold off
• Against it – a loss for NZ manufacturing
• For it – focusing on ingredients is the right move

Vote View Results

• 6.1% Unsure - will wait to see how this affects my wallet
  6.1% Complete
• 30.5% Sad to see Kiwi brands sold off
  30.5% Complete
• 55.6% Against it – a loss for NZ manufacturing
  55.6% Complete
• 7.8% For it – focusing on ingredients is the right move
  7.8% Complete

1927 votes

Netball Coaching Course

Marketing Co-Ordinator from Auckland Netball Centre

Learn new tips and tricks for coaching Junior Netballers aged 11-12 (Year 7&8)
THIS SUNDAY 9th November
9am-10:30am
Auckland Netball, St Johns
$25
www.sporty.co.nz...

Looking for a 4WD

Elenoa Neighbourly Lead from Glen Innes

Hi, Im looking for a 4wd to buy, must be 2010 up
And low km at least 150km down, please contact me on mobile: 02102616773

Negotiable

A quick hello

Tina from INASEC Roofing

Just a quick hello from our local roofing company INASEC.

If you need any help with your roof please reach out. We are happy to support and give advice. :)

Just contact us

0508 462 732 or
Info@inasec.co.nz

Living with advanced prostate cancer?

Prostate Cancer Foundation

Or maybe you’re caring for someone who is. Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ invites you to join them and local specialists for a patient information evening at Auckland Grammer School,Thursday 13 November. Learn how new therapies, technologies, and innovations are improving outcomes and quality of … View moreOr maybe you’re caring for someone who is. Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ invites you to join them and local specialists for a patient information evening at Auckland Grammer School,Thursday 13 November. Learn how new therapies, technologies, and innovations are improving outcomes and quality of life for men living with advanced prostate cancer.

FREE Entry. Registration required.
For patients, families, whānau, carers, and health professionals. Find out more