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SPCA have teamed up with @MoreFM and @Petdirect to celebrate the joy of adoption — and we want to hear your heartwarming stories!
Share your pet adoption story for a chance to win a $500 product voucher, generously sponsored by our friends at Petdirect. Plus, MoreFM will donate $500 to SPCA on… View moreSPCA have teamed up with @MoreFM and @Petdirect to celebrate the joy of adoption — and we want to hear your heartwarming stories!
Share your pet adoption story for a chance to win a $500 product voucher, generously sponsored by our friends at Petdirect. Plus, MoreFM will donate $500 to SPCA on behalf of the winner. Visit the MoreFM Facebook page to enter the draw and help us spread the love for animals and giving them a second chance!
And if you are still looking for your perfect match, head to www.spca.nz... now!
From July 2025, access to Te Onewa Pā at Stokes Point Reserve will be closed until early 2026 due to essential maintenance on the underside of SH1 Auckland Harbour Bridge. Visit the NZTA website to find out how you might be affected.
Get the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with … View moreGet the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.
We'll be out in the community for you to get to know the project as Mill Road Stage 1 moves towards construction.
In this stage, we will increase the capacity of Mill Road to a 4-lane corridor between Manukau and Alfriston, allowing for faster, more efficient and resilient journeys … View moreWe'll be out in the community for you to get to know the project as Mill Road Stage 1 moves towards construction.
In this stage, we will increase the capacity of Mill Road to a 4-lane corridor between Manukau and Alfriston, allowing for faster, more efficient and resilient journeys connecting local communities. We’re also improving safety with upgraded intersections across urban and rural areas.
NZTA Mill Road Community Engagement
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Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library School Holiday Programmes
Albany Village Library
Avondale Library
Birkenhead Library
Central City Library
Devonport Library
… View moreStuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library School Holiday Programmes
Albany Village Library
Avondale Library
Birkenhead Library
Central City Library
Devonport Library
East Coast Bays Library
Epsom Library
Glen Eden Library
Glenfield Library
Grey Lynn Library
Highland Park library
Kumeu Library
Mount Albert Library
Mt Roskill Library
Northcote Library
Onehunga Community Library
Ōrewa Library
Pakuranga Community Library
Papakura, Sir Edmund Hillary Library
St Heliers Library
Waiheke Island Library
Waitākere Central Library
Warkworth Library
Wellsford Library
Whangaparāoa Library
Out and About in Auckland
Auckland: Auckland Parks Holiday Programs
Auckland Botanic Garden: Frosty Foliage Art at Auckland Botanic Gardens
City Centre: Aotea Ice Rink
City Centre: Maritime Museum
Henderson, Corban Estate Art Centre: Matariki Mera (Matariki Mail)
Manurewa, Nathan Homestead: Pukepuke school holiday programme
Pakuranga Community Library: Matariki Whetū Silent Disco Maze with Papaya Stories
St Heliers, Dingle Dell Reserve: Guided Night Walk at Dingle Dell Reserve
Sunnynook, Lyford Reserve: Discover Lyford Reserve
Torbay, Awaruku Reserve: Junior Ranger Explorer Walk
Western Springs, Auckland Zoo: Dinosaur Lights
Western Springs, MOTAT: Hautū Aunoa Autopilot and Holiday Experience
Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!
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Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.
Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."
A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
Save the date! Join us for a 2-day sale on the 28th and 29th June. Come and pick up some beautiful winter knits designed to last a lifetime. Enjoy up to 80% off our wide range of possum merino and merino garments and accessories from NZ-made brands McDonald NZ, Standard Issue, and Royal Merino. … View moreSave the date! Join us for a 2-day sale on the 28th and 29th June. Come and pick up some beautiful winter knits designed to last a lifetime. Enjoy up to 80% off our wide range of possum merino and merino garments and accessories from NZ-made brands McDonald NZ, Standard Issue, and Royal Merino.
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10 am to 4 pm daily, see you there!
In Auckland, Safer Plates events are happening throughout 2025 to help prevent number plate theft. These events offer to replace standard number plate screws with tamper-resistant screws for a small fee, and sometimes include free tool engraving to deter theft.
The next event is going to be in … View moreIn Auckland, Safer Plates events are happening throughout 2025 to help prevent number plate theft. These events offer to replace standard number plate screws with tamper-resistant screws for a small fee, and sometimes include free tool engraving to deter theft.
The next event is going to be in Blockhouse Bay:
📅 Saturday 28th June 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 19-29 Donovan Street, Blockhouse Bay
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great … View moreAt Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
JULY HOLIDAY CRICKET PROGRAMME
Our July Holiday Programme is just around the corner! Our three-day programme aims to provide a fun environment for participants to develop their cricket skills!
Dates: Tuesday 8 July - Thursday 10 July
Times: 10.00am - 3.00pm each day
Venue: Rangitoto College
… View moreJULY HOLIDAY CRICKET PROGRAMME
Our July Holiday Programme is just around the corner! Our three-day programme aims to provide a fun environment for participants to develop their cricket skills!
Dates: Tuesday 8 July - Thursday 10 July
Times: 10.00am - 3.00pm each day
Venue: Rangitoto College
Our ECB Club Coaches will deliver activities over the three days that will cover a wide variety of skills and games that will be sure to keep everyone active and engaged!
The cost for each day is $60, with a discount for everyone booking in for all three days. The programme is open to boys & girls from Year 1 - Year 8. All sessions will be held at Rangitoto College making use of the indoor cricket nets, school gyms, and outdoor fields meaning the programme will be on rain or shine!
Bookings can be made via the East Coast Bays Cricket website. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Happy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think … View moreHappy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think about what’s ahead.
Got any goals or hopes for the coming year? Share them in the comments and inspire your neighbours.
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