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Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

2372 days ago

New Uber Eats surcharge for busy areas

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours. Uber Eats has introduced a "busy area fee" for orders made during peak hours, where customers will pay a higher delivery fee to restaurants identified by an arrow on the app. Uber said the fee will ensure a variety of restaurants will be available during busy periods.
What … View more
Hi neighbours. Uber Eats has introduced a "busy area fee" for orders made during peak hours, where customers will pay a higher delivery fee to restaurants identified by an arrow on the app. Uber said the fee will ensure a variety of restaurants will be available during busy periods.
What do you think, is this fair? Will you still use Uber Eats when the surcharge applies?
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2371 days ago

Which New Zealand regions have the worst speeders?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only … View more
Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only area surveyed to break the 1:1 ratio.

The second highest was Waitemata (0.82), followed by Waikato (0.74). To read more, click here

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2372 days ago

This month's special!

The Team from The Gateau House Albany

Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public … View more
Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public holiday | 11am - 7pm

Call us: (09) 274 7744
Visit us at Unit E, 7 Triton Drive, Rosedale
Grab a treat

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2372 days ago

Local collection events - Amnesty and Buy-back

The Team from New Zealand Police

Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just … View more
Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just that.

We look forward to working with all our communities across Aotearoa as part of this journey.

www.police.govt.nz...

2373 days ago

Why can't we have public transport like Sydney? (We can, but...)

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours, Have you been to Sydney and marvelled at their trains and ferries and how cheap they are? And wondered why don't we have that here ? Well we can if we paid as much in subsidies as Sydneysiders do. To read more click on the link below.

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Hi Neighbours, Have you been to Sydney and marvelled at their trains and ferries and how cheap they are? And wondered why don't we have that here ? Well we can if we paid as much in subsidies as Sydneysiders do. To read more click on the link below.

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2374 days ago

Will you dunk it for Plunket?

Resene

Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and … View more
Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and communities to ensure the best start for every child. So, now’s the perfect time to try your hand at that DIY you’ve been meaning to get around to – and help support Kiwi kids in the process.

For more details, visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, NZ only.
Find out more

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2374 days ago

Donate with FREE pick up

Fiona Gallacher from

Renovating, decluttering or downsizing? Please consider donating your excess furniture, household goods and building materials to North Shore ReStore.

We’ll pick up FREE from your home or business.
18 Link Drive, Wairau Park
09 222 1992
WINZ approved and can do furniture quotes

We … View more
Renovating, decluttering or downsizing? Please consider donating your excess furniture, household goods and building materials to North Shore ReStore.

We’ll pick up FREE from your home or business.
18 Link Drive, Wairau Park
09 222 1992
WINZ approved and can do furniture quotes

We particularly need gently loved furniture!

Sales from our ReStore charity shops directly fund Habitat for Humanity Auckland's building and Home Repair programme.

You’ll get the satisfaction of knowing your donations helped local families into healthy, affordable homes and didn’t end up in the landfill.
Vintage finds, everything DIY, gently loved furniture plus affordable treasure – New Arrivals daily.
Pop in regularly and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to ensure you’re first to find the latest on-off donations.

Have you got some time to volunteer?

We urgently need more help.

There are so many fun roles from truck driving to styling and up-cycling. Learn some new skills and make friends while you help to improve the lives and homes of low-income Kiwi families.
Find out more

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2374 days ago

Double bed and mattress

Shannon from Wellsford

Wooden posts wrought iron Headboard. Double. Comes with mattress. This bed was here when I moved into my home. Not needed. Good used condition. TXT 02102758969 Pick up Wellsford

Free

2375 days ago

Are you feeling that neighbourly spirit?

Alzheimers NZ

Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims … View more
Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims to make NZ a more supportive, inclusive and understanding place for people living with dementia. It only takes 20 minutes to become a Dementia Friend.

The good news is you can help people with dementia to live well. Even in the smallest of actions help. Learn more about how you can help.

Join Dementia Friends today.
Find out more

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2375 days ago

Celebrate Matariki Festival with over 100 events!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Hey North Shore, get out and celebrate Tāmaki Makaurau’s unique Māori identity with friends and whānau! You can experience te ao Māori through stories, entertainment and discussions at Matariki Festival 2019. Celebrate Matariki

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2375 days ago

Have you seen missing Chinese tourist Biao Zhang?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours. It has been a year since Chinese tourist Biao Zhang went missing from his tour group. Zhang first arrived in the country on June 14, 2018, as part of a tour group and was last seen at an unknown motel in Grey Lynn on June 20, 2018. Have you seen Biao Zhang? Do you have any idea where… View moreHi neighbours. It has been a year since Chinese tourist Biao Zhang went missing from his tour group. Zhang first arrived in the country on June 14, 2018, as part of a tour group and was last seen at an unknown motel in Grey Lynn on June 20, 2018. Have you seen Biao Zhang? Do you have any idea where he may be? Please put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

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2376 days ago

Decorative vases for a quirky home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Warkworth

Bring the best of the 70s to your vase collection with this retro-inspired colour scheme in a mix of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2376 days ago

Why does the National Party want your views on Auckland Council?

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours, The National Party has launched an online questionnaire seeking views on Auckland Council. It says it's to help form policy for 2020. But the results might be known before October's local body election. Is that the real reason? Read this story:

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Hi Neighbours, The National Party has launched an online questionnaire seeking views on Auckland Council. It says it's to help form policy for 2020. But the results might be known before October's local body election. Is that the real reason? Read this story:

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