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2663 days ago

NZ's largest tenpin bowling alley

Reporter Eastern Courier

For one weekend only Botany Town Centre Drive will be turned into a large Tenpin Bowling Alley, complete with oversized bowling balls and pins.
The supersized rink will be New Zealand’s largest tenpin bowling alley, measuring 29 metres in length and the pins standing two metres tall.
Punters … View more
For one weekend only Botany Town Centre Drive will be turned into a large Tenpin Bowling Alley, complete with oversized bowling balls and pins.
The supersized rink will be New Zealand’s largest tenpin bowling alley, measuring 29 metres in length and the pins standing two metres tall.
Punters can chose to bowl the traditional way or to hop in a Zorb and get bowled down the alley.
There will be lots of spot prizes, including $500 gift cards, to be won so get down and try your hand at a strike!

Saturday, April 22 – 9am-6pm
Sunday, April 23 – 10am-6pm

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2664 days ago

Constable recognised for response to friend's sudden medical episode

Reporter Eastern Courier

Police Constable Lawrence Yeung's speedy reaction to a friend's unexpected medical incident has earned him a District Commander's Commendation.
"Your brave actions likely saved the life of your friend and are in the highest traditions of the New Zealand Police."

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2664 days ago

Enjoy Pacific food & culture at the Luau Experience this Wednesday!

The Team from

Luscious Pacific food and exhilarating entertainment will be on offer this Wednesday 26th April at Auckland's own Luau Experience. Don't miss out on this unique evening - book your tickets now.

Not only will there be a Pacific feast, but we will bring the beautiful islands of the … View more
Luscious Pacific food and exhilarating entertainment will be on offer this Wednesday 26th April at Auckland's own Luau Experience. Don't miss out on this unique evening - book your tickets now.

Not only will there be a Pacific feast, but we will bring the beautiful islands of the Pacific to your dinner table with some of the best Pacific entertainers in the world.

Held at the mesmerising traditional Fale Samoa (Samoan house) in Mangere, we have special guest performances from around the Pacific.

A FREE bus leaves The Cloud (Auckland's waterfront) at 6.30pm and returns at 10pm. The show starts at 7pm with Fire Dancers to welcome you.

Get your tickets now from www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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2664 days ago

Have your power prices gone up?

Electric Kiwi

Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.

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Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.

Find out if you could be saving money now.
Find out more

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2664 days ago

Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out

FreshChoice New Zealand

Take part in our poll to place your vote and settle this age old banter between Marmite and Vegemite - which is New Zealand's favourite?
Also, if you're travelling this weekend, pop into one of our stores to see us, and don't forget, we'll be open on ANZAC Day from 1pm onwards.… View more
Take part in our poll to place your vote and settle this age old banter between Marmite and Vegemite - which is New Zealand's favourite?
Also, if you're travelling this weekend, pop into one of our stores to see us, and don't forget, we'll be open on ANZAC Day from 1pm onwards. See you then!
Vote for your favourite!

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2664 days ago

Students to deliver special Anzac addresses

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

As Anzac Day commemorations near two students prepare to honour East Auckland's ex-servicemen and women.
Amber Vodanovich, from Somerville Intermediate School, will recite a poem she wrote from the perspective of a military veteran and Howick College student Emily Bennett will talk about her … View more
As Anzac Day commemorations near two students prepare to honour East Auckland's ex-servicemen and women.
Amber Vodanovich, from Somerville Intermediate School, will recite a poem she wrote from the perspective of a military veteran and Howick College student Emily Bennett will talk about her family and the battle at Gallipoli.

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2666 days ago

Call for repairs of damaged sidewalks

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Visually-impaired East Tamaki residents Trevor Miller and Carol Jenkins struggle with East Auckland's broken, uneven pavements.

Do you have any horror stories of footpaths in your area? Let us know in the comments below.

Please write DNP (Do Not Print) if you don't want your … View more
Visually-impaired East Tamaki residents Trevor Miller and Carol Jenkins struggle with East Auckland's broken, uneven pavements.

Do you have any horror stories of footpaths in your area? Let us know in the comments below.

Please write DNP (Do Not Print) if you don't want your comment to be published in print.

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2665 days ago

Poll: Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Let's settle this once and for all. SPREAD the word that we are making a TOAST to settle this dispute. Which iconic spread is the true kiwi favourite? Place your vote below!

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Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out
  • 46.8% Vegemite all the way
    46.8% Complete
  • 53.2% Marmite for life
    53.2% Complete
8230 votes
2665 days ago

These Anzac cookies are perfect with a hot cuppa!

FreshChoice New Zealand

These Anzac cookies are so easy to make and go perfectly with a good hot cup of tea or coffee! Give this recipe a go! It'll only take you 15 minutes to bake in the over and one batch makes 20 cookies! Pop them in a basket and share them with your neighbours in celebration of Anzac day next … View moreThese Anzac cookies are so easy to make and go perfectly with a good hot cup of tea or coffee! Give this recipe a go! It'll only take you 15 minutes to bake in the over and one batch makes 20 cookies! Pop them in a basket and share them with your neighbours in celebration of Anzac day next week! Try the recipe!

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2665 days ago

Counties Manukau police to get 91 extra cops over four years

Reporter Eastern Courier

Police in south Auckland will get the second highest number of new officers in the country.
As part of the Government's $503 million 'Safer Communities' package, sworn police staff numbers will increase by 880 over four years. The Counties Manukau police district will receive 91 … View more
Police in south Auckland will get the second highest number of new officers in the country.
As part of the Government's $503 million 'Safer Communities' package, sworn police staff numbers will increase by 880 over four years. The Counties Manukau police district will receive 91 new staff.

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2665 days ago

Take part in the Mother's Day Fun Run / Walk!

The Team from Jennian Homes CBD & East Auckland

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. We've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes + more. Each entrant will also receive… View moreThe Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. We've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes + more. Each entrant will also receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.

So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Please join us by signing up to our 5km Fun Run/Walk to show your support.

Buy tickets at jennianmothersday.com.
Buy tickets now

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2665 days ago

Go a set distance over one month and learn what it’s like to flee a country

The team from Red Cross Auckland

Get moving for good! Step up, get fit as we head into winter – and do your bit to help vulnerable people both at home in the New Zealand and overseas. Join the Red Cross Journey and choose to follow either the journey of a former refugee family traveling to safety across dangerous terrain, or one… View moreGet moving for good! Step up, get fit as we head into winter – and do your bit to help vulnerable people both at home in the New Zealand and overseas. Join the Red Cross Journey and choose to follow either the journey of a former refugee family traveling to safety across dangerous terrain, or one of our Disaster Welfare & Support Team volunteers as they train and respond to emergencies around New Zealand.

You’ll aim to cover the same distance as you learn about their challenges, sacrifices and fears along the way, and their hopes and aspirations for the future. And by fundraising over the month, you’ll be joining the Red Cross family of good people doing good things in your community and around the world.

WHEN: 8 May – 8 June 2017
WHERE: This is a ‘virtual event’. Walk or run from home to work, upstairs (without the lift!), go hiking on the weekend, pound the pavement or the treadmill, sports training, etc. and count all your steps!
HOW: On the Red Cross Journey online platform.
WEB PAGE: Red Cross Journey link attached.
SHARE: At the bottom of page the web page, are links to posters and way to share on social media.

Registration starts 20th April. Then, from 8 May, start counting your steps and have fun fundraising!

For more information: robyn.brady@redcross.org.nz

Please let me know when you decide to register and I can support you.

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2666 days ago

Cheng swings her way to first tour title

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

East Auckland golfer Liv Cheng is "over-the-moon excited" about her first Symetra Tour victory.
The former Macleans College student took the first-place prize of $15,000 and moved to fourth on the Volvik Race for the Card money list following three events, after starting the tournament … View more
East Auckland golfer Liv Cheng is "over-the-moon excited" about her first Symetra Tour victory.
The former Macleans College student took the first-place prize of $15,000 and moved to fourth on the Volvik Race for the Card money list following three events, after starting the tournament week in 72nd.

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2666 days ago

Electric Rechargeable Shaver

Bob from Whitford

Uranus Shaver, Electric Rechargeable.
4 spinning blades, quick and easy to use. Comes with shaver, charger( easily to take off the cable), brush, and instruction manual. For more information please read details on the box in the photo. If interested please contact me on 0211403392.

Price: $16

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