St Heliers, Auckland

Bat roosting box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Orakei

This easy DIY project finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pickled Bluewood provides a roosting and resting site for a rare and threatened native bat.

Find out how to create your own.

Tamaki uniform

Hope from Point England

Size on pics wanting
$30 for jumper
$30 for shirt
$5 for socks
And $10 for scarf

Negotiable

Uplands Kindergarten

Head Teacher from Uplands Kindergarten

It was interesting to listen to Professor Scott Duncan on The Project on Tuesday 1 February 2022. He discussed his latest research on children's development and one comment in particular interested me. "Dropping the ball".
Scott's research followed children at 2 years and again… View moreIt was interesting to listen to Professor Scott Duncan on The Project on Tuesday 1 February 2022. He discussed his latest research on children's development and one comment in particular interested me. "Dropping the ball".
Scott's research followed children at 2 years and again at 4.5 years. Lack of ball skills was just one factor the team noted. The teachers at Uplands Kindergarten build ball skills into our daily play at Uplands. We see this as a valuable skill for children to achieve - something Professor Duncan no doubt agrees with.

Drone in Godfrey Place area, Kohimarama

Paul from Kohimarama

Does anyone know anything about a drone that has been spotted flying too low and too often around Godfrey Place in Kohi? It's been seen hovering around the neighbourhood maybe half a dozen times since the start of the year and at low levels, often only 10-15m above the street. At that sort of … View moreDoes anyone know anything about a drone that has been spotted flying too low and too often around Godfrey Place in Kohi? It's been seen hovering around the neighbourhood maybe half a dozen times since the start of the year and at low levels, often only 10-15m above the street. At that sort of height, it can only be looking into properties. It's generally been around in the mid-afternoon period.

If you know whose it is and a quiet word would sort it out, those of us who live in Godfrey Place would appreciate it. Failing that, it will be taken further because it's difficult to imagine what legitimate purpose it can be serving.

Trestle table SOLD

Andree from Orakei

Metal legs, though lightweight, wooden top.
Top just sits on top.
Pretty good condition, few nicks on one side as in pic but can be turned around to hide them.
Width 60cms, length 120cms, height 74cmsPick up Orakei

Price: $20

coffee table $20

Andree from Orakei

Good solid table, few nicks and scratches but nothing major.
Decent size - 71cm W, 110cms L, 39cms H.
Pick up Orakei.

Price: $20

Introduced plastic in our native reserves

Stephan from St Heliers

I understand the sentiment behind these creations and I have seen many in Dingle Dell Reserve and St John's Bush ... do we really need to introduce more plastic rubbish in our last remaining urban bush reserves?
They're often colourful small pieces which will easily be mistaken for … View moreI understand the sentiment behind these creations and I have seen many in Dingle Dell Reserve and St John's Bush ... do we really need to introduce more plastic rubbish in our last remaining urban bush reserves?
They're often colourful small pieces which will easily be mistaken for berries by our birds. Please be responsible and also remove them when they're not maintained anymore and fall apart in the elements.

Dresser draws

Stuart from Stonefields

Solid dresser drawers from Harvey Norman. 1100mm wide. 850mm high. Each drawer has a built in divider. Good condition. No longer needed.

Price: $75

Uplands Kindergarten

Head Teacher from Uplands Kindergarten

Such a happy start to the year with the children enjoying face painting. We were inspired by the Chinese New Year celebration of the Year of the Tiger to paint tiger faces, however following the children's requests, butterflies were a popular choice too.
Welcome back to 2022 everyone.

Need a Bathroom or Kitchen Makeover?

The Building Guys

Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), David (the plumber), Ryan (the electrician), and Russell (the tiler) to… View moreCall us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), David (the plumber), Ryan (the electrician), and Russell (the tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

Book online using the link below or call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.

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Waitangi Day Super Bed Sale!

Beds 4 U

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NO LONGER AVAILABLE, Free - warning: zip is stuck

Nathalie from St Heliers

NO LONGER AVAILABLE
Small kid's life jacket. Zip is stuck, but I thought there might be someone handy enough to fix it. In worn but good condition otherwise.

Delivery / Moving Services

Antonio from Pronto Movers

NEED SOMETHING DELIVERED?
We have van, trucks & enclosed trailer with helpers available to collect and deliver your item(s) in and out of Auckland.
We can do more than one trip if required.

We will treat your items as if they are our own and ensure safe delivery.

We are fast, reliable, … View moreNEED SOMETHING DELIVERED?
We have van, trucks & enclosed trailer with helpers available to collect and deliver your item(s) in and out of Auckland.
We can do more than one trip if required.

We will treat your items as if they are our own and ensure safe delivery.

We are fast, reliable, friendly, and cost effective.

Urgent deliveries are welcome, including pickup and delivery for goods exchanged on Trade Me.

Booking is recommended - Please text or call Antonio on 022 024 6753 or email deliveryservicesnz@gmail.com

** We are all fully vaccinated & always follow Covid requirements **

Dog walking

Jayd from Mission Bay

Don’t have time to walk your dog..? My partner and I would love to help you out! We have both been brought up with dogs our whole life and would love the chance to earn a little money by doing something we love. Please let me know if you would be interested in having some help to get your dog/s … View moreDon’t have time to walk your dog..? My partner and I would love to help you out! We have both been brought up with dogs our whole life and would love the chance to earn a little money by doing something we love. Please let me know if you would be interested in having some help to get your dog/s out and about. Charge $30 p/h per dog, price negotiable if you have 2 dogs.

Is Hokitika the friendliest town in NZ?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View moreHi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?