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Impress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step … View moreImpress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step instructions.
With so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The … View moreWith so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The Neighbourly Team's suggestion: Taskmaster on TVNZ, because watching celebrities do silly things over dinner is the end to the day we all need!)
First-time lifter Mona got the technique down pat while Colin lifted an incredible 60kg! Even 100-year-old Bill joined in! Together they raised $1,700 for Hato Hone St John. A day full of fun, courage, and community spirit!
Click read more to read about the full lift-off.
We’re supporting Love Soup, a local charity that helps families doing it tough – and we need your help!
We’re collecting:
✅ Non-perishable food (long expiry date)
✅ Dry goods like rice, pasta, and cereal
✅ New or gently used toys in great condition
💛 Every donation makes a … View moreWe’re supporting Love Soup, a local charity that helps families doing it tough – and we need your help!
We’re collecting:
✅ Non-perishable food (long expiry date)
✅ Dry goods like rice, pasta, and cereal
✅ New or gently used toys in great condition
💛 Every donation makes a difference
📍 Drop your items off at our reception:
3/317 Sunset Road, Sunnynook, Auckland 0932
Thank you for your support!
I oppose the proposed congestion charging. Are you prepared to pay $5 per trip to work or school? Up to $50 per week?
The Mayor and the Government are working on introducing a charge that is supposed to reduce congestion, but will actually punish North Shore drivers and their families just trying … View moreI oppose the proposed congestion charging. Are you prepared to pay $5 per trip to work or school? Up to $50 per week?
The Mayor and the Government are working on introducing a charge that is supposed to reduce congestion, but will actually punish North Shore drivers and their families just trying to get to work on time. Most workers do not have the flexibility to change their working hours - to start late or work from home for an hour or two before travelling to work. And North Shore workers have less ability to avoid congestion than other parts of Auckland.
There is no guarantee that this tax will be used to improve public transport, and simply imposing another tax will not alleviate congestion. If we really want to relieve congestion in Auckland, a better option would be to make all public transport free or as close to free as possible.
Read more in the attached article from my North Shore Post newspaper that can be downloaded from: www.johngillon.co.nz...
- Authorised by John Gillon, john@johngillon.co.nz
Download your copy of John Gillon's "The North Shore Gazette"!
Or let me if you would like a hard copy delivered to your letterbox!
📰 Download now from: www.johngillon.co.nz...
Learn more about John Gillon and some of the issues facing the North Shore:
➤ Fixing Lake Road -… View moreDownload your copy of John Gillon's "The North Shore Gazette"!
Or let me if you would like a hard copy delivered to your letterbox!
📰 Download now from: www.johngillon.co.nz...
Learn more about John Gillon and some of the issues facing the North Shore:
➤ Fixing Lake Road - John has the solution
➤ Preventing Flooding in Milford and Wairau
➤ North Shore Local Board budgets slashed
➤ Proposed halving of rubbish collection "unfair" to large families
➤ Removal of public rubbish bins "outrageous"
➤ The trouble with loose chip seal
➤ John opposes congestion charging - a $5 tax per trip
➤ A new regional park for the North Shore in Birkenhead
➤ The Unitary Plan needs to be reviewed and loopholes closed
➤ Importance of shade sails over playgrounds
➤ Dog fees may be illegally calculated
➤ Compliance and enforcement woefully underfunded
➤ Crowing roosters are a nuisance, but council won't act
📰 Download now from: www.johngillon.co.nz...
Authorised by John Gillon, john@johngillon.co.nz
Gardening can be tough on your hands, so we’ve got the perfect treat. This spring, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener, you’ll receive a FREE Earths Botanics Gardeners Nourishing Hand Cream from Matakana Botanicals, valued at $24 RRP.
Specially crafted for hardworking hands, this luxurious … View moreGardening can be tough on your hands, so we’ve got the perfect treat. This spring, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener, you’ll receive a FREE Earths Botanics Gardeners Nourishing Hand Cream from Matakana Botanicals, valued at $24 RRP.
Specially crafted for hardworking hands, this luxurious cream blends New Zealand Manuka Oil, renowned for its natural antibacterial qualities, with Manuka Honey, to deeply nourish, moisturise, and assist with repair.
Subscribe now to enjoy inspiring ideas for your garden and a little care for your hands.
From the team at Mags4Gifts
T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 350 people who subscribe to NZ Gardener for 6 months, 1 year, or 2 years between 1–28 September 2025.
2degrees are alerting the public about a new scam involving phone calls. Scammers are targeting personal details while using prizes (smartwatches, phones, and discounts) as bait.
❌ Never give out personal info to callers
🔔 Feeling unsure? End the call and contact the company on their … View more2degrees are alerting the public about a new scam involving phone calls. Scammers are targeting personal details while using prizes (smartwatches, phones, and discounts) as bait.
❌ Never give out personal info to callers
🔔 Feeling unsure? End the call and contact the company on their official number
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Hay fever affects 1 in 5 Kiwis and can cause sneezing, itchy eyes, blocked noses, fatigue, and even worsen asthma symptoms. It’s triggered by things like pollen, dust, and pet dander — and it tends to flare up in spring and summer.
🌸 Now’s the time to get prepared:
✅ Start … View moreHay fever affects 1 in 5 Kiwis and can cause sneezing, itchy eyes, blocked noses, fatigue, and even worsen asthma symptoms. It’s triggered by things like pollen, dust, and pet dander — and it tends to flare up in spring and summer.
🌸 Now’s the time to get prepared:
✅ Start antihistamines or nasal sprays early
✅ Check pollen forecasts and stay indoors on high-pollen days
✅ Keep pets out of bedrooms
✅ Ventilate, clean mould, and wash bedding regularly
While there’s no cure, symptoms can be managed.
For help, visit allergy.org.nz or book a GP appointment with us.
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Deep brand Green Garlic, Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix
Durra brand Tahina (800g)
Speirs Foods brand salads and Woolworths brand coleslaw
Nutty Black Rice Crisps
Deep brand Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix
Fruitae brand Lemon Sorbet
Food Snob and Mon Ami brand French Cheeses
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Zummi 360 Degree Rotation Superia Car Seat- sold at Farmers
Bunjie Peek-A-Boo Probiotic Baby Eye Wipes: 30 Pack and 60 Pack
Product Recalls: Electronics
Yeelight Staria Bedside Lamp Pro- sold on Mighty Ape
KNOG Blinder 900 & 1300 Bike Lights
Product Recalls: Other
Toy Mania 3D Mini Animal Toy - Assorted (Mini Animal Toy)- sold at Kmart
Armour® Safety Helmet For Height Use With Reflective Tape - EN12492
Potentially Asbestos Impacted Fire Doors- sold by Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS)
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
Hi Folks.
I am in the process of rehanging my fridge freezer doors from left hand side to right hand side so should anyone be changing right to left I will have all the fittings.
New price from fisher and pykell $98.00
Model number E372B
Serial number. UKF 254661R
Product. 20019
I oppose halving the rubbish collection from weekly to fortnightly. While many North Shore families already keep their rubbish to a minimum, there are many other families that would struggle - in particular, large families or those who rely on the weekly collection to dispose of nappies, baby … View moreI oppose halving the rubbish collection from weekly to fortnightly. While many North Shore families already keep their rubbish to a minimum, there are many other families that would struggle - in particular, large families or those who rely on the weekly collection to dispose of nappies, baby wipes, adult nappies, dog poo bags, and other waste that cannot be recycled. There is also no intention from Council of halving the rates rubbish charge if the rubbish collection is halved, but they may offer a larger bin for a higher charge! There will be consultation in October on whether there should be a 6 month trial of fortnightly rubbish collections in selected suburbs costing approx. $1million. I don't support a trial and do not support a fortnightly collection.
I believe that before a reduction in the rubbish collections is even considered, Auckland Council must first:
➡️ Introduce a street collection system for soft plastics, which make up a significant amount of general rubbish.
➡️ Replace the food scraps collection with a collection of food scraps AND garden waste, as is done in Rotorua and Christchurch.
➡️ Introduce a rates rebate or reward system for those who voluntarily reduce their household waste, exceed recycling targets or compost at home.
➡️ Work with the Government on increasing product stewardship schemes (such as the European ‘Green Dot’ scheme), where manufacturers are responsible for the packaging they produce and need to pay a recycling fee in advance. Any such scheme must include polystyrene.
Read more in the attached article from my North Shore Post newspaper that can be downloaded from: www.johngillon.co.nz...
- Authorised by John Gillon, john@johngillon.co.nz
After 50 years without a sighting, the rare and quirky sailback houndshark has finally been spotted again in Papua New Guinea!
Because it’s been seen so rarely, scientists still know very little about it. But its striking features are already sparking debate about whether it should be given … View moreAfter 50 years without a sighting, the rare and quirky sailback houndshark has finally been spotted again in Papua New Guinea!
Because it’s been seen so rarely, scientists still know very little about it. But its striking features are already sparking debate about whether it should be given special protection, and some have even argued it could become an icon species for Papua New Guinea.
At a time when we so often hear about species disappearing, the return of this little shark is a reminder that nature can surprise us ... and that there’s always reason to hope.
You can read more about the sailback shark here
We hope this brings a smile!
Regular cervical screening is one of the best protections against cervical cancer and is recommended for all women. If you’re due or unsure when your last one was, now’s a perfect time to check and book your test.
Cervical screening is funded for the following groups:
➡️All women and … View moreRegular cervical screening is one of the best protections against cervical cancer and is recommended for all women. If you’re due or unsure when your last one was, now’s a perfect time to check and book your test.
Cervical screening is funded for the following groups:
➡️All women and people with a cervix aged 30 and over who are unscreened or under-screened
➡️ Māori and Pacific people aged 25-69
➡️ Community Services Card aged 25-69
Call to make an appointment 09 478 2878
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