Waitakere, Auckland

2649 days ago

Is this the solution to Auckland's traffic woes?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and … View more
Hi neighbours,

Is the solution to Auckland's traffic problem in our pockets? Our National Correspondent has been investigating how the movements of your smartphone are being tracked, collected and sold to government agencies. To read more about this, click here.

The location data Google and Spark collect from our smartphones is being studied to try and solve Auckland's biggest transport problems.

For example, some data is being used to help monitor the performance of new state highway infrastructure or upgrades, including measuring travel times through the Waterview Tunnel.

What are your thoughts on this? Were you aware of it? Do you think a solution to your city's roads can be found in the data? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2645 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2645 days ago

Multi purpose cardboard boxes

Marlene from Henderson

Hello Neighbours sorry for posting this again but I did make a few errors the first time. I am looking at reducing stuff and will be thrilled if any of you can help. I have a few hundred boxes size 130x235x70mm.
These may be used to tidy up tables, drawers, tools, sewing/craft or even sending … View more
Hello Neighbours sorry for posting this again but I did make a few errors the first time. I am looking at reducing stuff and will be thrilled if any of you can help. I have a few hundred boxes size 130x235x70mm.
These may be used to tidy up tables, drawers, tools, sewing/craft or even sending out gift parcels. Children might enjoy them. Its 0.50 cents a box or $4.00 for 10

Negotiable

2645 days ago

Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Nesting magpies can be particularly aggressive about defending their young – see how to stay safe when they swoop.

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2646 days ago

Poll: Jandals shaped the feet of a nation. What are the new jandals?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Jandals shaped the feet of a nation. What are the new jandals?
  • 49.4% Allbirds, the hi-tech shoe with an environmental goal, made from fine merino woo
    49.4% Complete
  • 31.8% Nomads, the 1980s crepe-soled schoolyard phenomenon set for a 2020 reboot;
    31.8% Complete
  • 18.9% Thick foot hair, as modelled by Peter Jackson’s hobbits.
    18.9% Complete
541 votes
2646 days ago

Free money management course

CAP Money Course

Ready to get control of your finances, reach your savings goals and do more with your money? Then it’s time to get on a FREE CAP Money Course.

It offers a smart, simple way for people to build, balance, and stick to their budgets and comes with access to an online money management tool that … View more
Ready to get control of your finances, reach your savings goals and do more with your money? Then it’s time to get on a FREE CAP Money Course.

It offers a smart, simple way for people to build, balance, and stick to their budgets and comes with access to an online money management tool that takes the work out of creating and implementing a budget.

When: Consecutive Tuesday nights: 30th Oct, 6th Nov, 13th Nov, 20th Nov 2018, 7:00 p.m. – 8.30pm
Where: Massey Presbyterian Church - 510 Don Buck Road Massey

To register or find out more, phone or text 0272075094 or email office@mpc.org.nz

To find out more about CAP, visit www.capmoney.org.
Register here!

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2646 days ago

Drivers might pay more, learn why.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

At ACC, we’re proposing to increase the levies collected from road users to pay for the rising cost of road injuries. If you’re a road user, these proposals could affect you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2646 days ago

Copper Electrical Wire

Matt from Henderson

Does anyone know of any place where I could get any electrical copper wire without buying any. I want to try an experiment out, with some headphones. Apparently when you cut the bottom ends of the headphones and put aluminum foil and electrical copper wire on it. Here is a link if anyone is … View moreDoes anyone know of any place where I could get any electrical copper wire without buying any. I want to try an experiment out, with some headphones. Apparently when you cut the bottom ends of the headphones and put aluminum foil and electrical copper wire on it. Here is a link if anyone is interested.

www.youtube.com...

Some people on youtube say that this is fake. It's is fake only if you have not tried it. I reckon it is a good idea to try this without buying new wired headphones. You can buy wireless headphones I believe now but they do cost a lot depending where and what store you buy them from.

Or maybe someone can mail me some electrical copper wire, I'd say I only what 1-2 metres worth, not that much really.

Matt

2647 days ago

The evolution of the New Zealand state house

Housing New Zealand

The state houses of the 1930s and 40s are part of the fabric of New Zealand society. Hundreds of thousands of us have lived in one, or next to one. They have a reputation for having “good bones” and, today, they’re often seen as tidy, blank canvases for home buyers to breathe new life into.
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The state houses of the 1930s and 40s are part of the fabric of New Zealand society. Hundreds of thousands of us have lived in one, or next to one. They have a reputation for having “good bones” and, today, they’re often seen as tidy, blank canvases for home buyers to breathe new life into.

Fast-forward 80 years, and Housing New Zealand is still building high-quality, state-of-the-art homes that are winning awards and setting a new standard for state housing.

Take a journey through the evolution of the state house, from its humble beginnings to the warm, healthy, modern homes we’re building today.
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2647 days ago

OPEN DAY at TE PAI TENNIS CLUB OCT 14 ,2018 Te Pai Tenns

Rosanna from Henderson

TePai Tennis Club invites all to our tennis open day from 2-4.30pmSun,Oct 14th.Its free to bring the family , so come and have a hit,chat to the coaches,investigate the HotShotz program for under 12,s,talk to us about competition ,interclub play ,senior and vets drop in tennis, memberships and … View moreTePai Tennis Club invites all to our tennis open day from 2-4.30pmSun,Oct 14th.Its free to bring the family , so come and have a hit,chat to the coaches,investigate the HotShotz program for under 12,s,talk to us about competition ,interclub play ,senior and vets drop in tennis, memberships and casual fees.
Share in our winning success with 6 winning interclub teams this past season..we are particularly proud of our under14 juniors winning the pre xmas interclub competition.
Chat over a cuppa and bikkies ,juice and snacks with the friendliest little tennis club around.
Hope to see you all there.

2647 days ago

Is the council doing enough to save kauri?

Simon Smith Reporter from Nor-west News

Auckland Council is yet to issue a single fine or trespass notice after making much of the Waitākere Ranges off-limits four months ago.

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2647 days ago

Are you frustrated at the Northwest Motorway roadworks?

Simon Smith Reporter from Nor-west News

The completion of the works between Westgate and Lincoln Rd have been delayed from early 2019 to late 2019. How have your trips into town been affected?

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