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Backyard pest trapping in Ōrākei all the rage
Protecting the natural environment is a priority for Aucklanders and the Eastern Days Songbird Project is helping residents encourage the return of native birds to their backyards, thanks to funding from the local board and the council's natural environment targeted rate. The project is proving so popular, residents outside of the project area are taking up the idea.
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Samosa Fundraising
By popular request we are doing another round of samosa sales fundraising for AIMS games. My son will be representing his school football team at this nationwide tournament held in Tauranga.
Delivery will be the 3rd September.
Orders close 23rd August.
Thanks in advance for any support he receives.
fundraising.surti.co.nz...
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Let's get social
Tell us what groups you'd like to see in your area...(walking groups, coffee meet-ups, swing dancing, a family tree group - anything at all!)
Or if you are already in a great group, share it here for others to get involved.
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What's the best way to keep grocery shopping bills down?
We are still feeling the pinch and the weekly shop is no different. So we are after your cost-saving tips please, neighbours!
What’s the best way you've found to cut down on your grocery bill? Share below (and hear tips from others!)
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