Birkenhead, Auckland

466 days ago

NZ Sommeliers hosted Travel by Glass at NZSFW and Tori’s chose to feature wines from the 1000 kilometers of the Loire River.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire … View more
NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire Caractere 2016
Domaine des Pothiers Gamay St Romain, from Cote Roannaise AOC. This clone of Gamay Noir is found in a remote location of the central Loire Valley in the Auverne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Our students, under the guidance of Chef Finn prepared a selection canapés to accompany the wines:
Potato croquettes with remoulade
Goats cheese goujons
Chicken liver parfait, quince puree on crouton
Compote of mushrooms, pickled onion on toast Melba
Smoked Salmon Vol au Vent
Duck confit rolls with mustard mayonnaise and gherkin
Cucumber cases
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#finewine #cooking #winetasting #somm #sommelier #sommlife

467 days ago

Yuccas and Dragon trees grow wild in native forest edges

Jenny from

In 2018 we started to notice yuccas growing wild in local native forest reserves. The ones we saw were either hidden among native trees or inaccessible down steep banks or cliffs. So when we saw these unfamiliar seedlings on the edge of the forest beside Kaipatiki Walkway along the estuarine … View moreIn 2018 we started to notice yuccas growing wild in local native forest reserves. The ones we saw were either hidden among native trees or inaccessible down steep banks or cliffs. So when we saw these unfamiliar seedlings on the edge of the forest beside Kaipatiki Walkway along the estuarine shore, we suspected yucca.
Turned out they were not yucca ...

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468 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints … View more
Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints available in New Zealand!
Find out more

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468 days ago

Free Counselling

Kim from Hillcrest

I am a student counsellor from MIT
(Manukau Institute of Technology).
As part of my second year practicum I am offering free confidential counselling sessions on Wednesdays or Thursdays.

For further information or an appointment please phone/text or email Kim

counsellingwithkim@yahoo.com
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I am a student counsellor from MIT
(Manukau Institute of Technology).
As part of my second year practicum I am offering free confidential counselling sessions on Wednesdays or Thursdays.

For further information or an appointment please phone/text or email Kim

counsellingwithkim@yahoo.com

0274 190 134

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469 days ago

Hospice Fundraising Event : Tribute to Summer

Suzanne from Glenfield

Get ready and in the Mood for Summer at our Summer Party. Live music by DNA. Cash bar, prizes, nibbles all the things to make a great night.
We always sell out so get in quick to get a ticket.
harbourhospice.org.nz...

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469 days ago

Pāpāmoa Townhouse, beach within reach!

Flowerday Homes

We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are … View more
We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are perfect for families, professionals, retirees, and savvy investors seeking a low maintenance property in the heart of a vibrant community.

With a retail and commercial development plan in motion, Golden Sands delivers relaxed coastal living with everything you need on the doorstep, and this freehold land and townhouse package is your opportunity to be part of it all.
Contact us now

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469 days ago

Is your Mobile Plan adding stress?

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
Is your Mobile plan one of the many Winter bills piling up? It might be time to review it so you can relax..even just a smidge?! Compare all the mobile plans and providers on Mobile Compare and find a plan that lets you stay connected without overpaying.

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492 days ago

🚛 We can pick up furniture donations for free 🚛

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Did you know that within Auckland we have the ability to provide a free pick-up service for furniture and large household donations?

If you have anything you no longer need for the Winter, decluttering, having a clear out, downsizing, moving house or simply upgrading your furniture pieces, … View more
Did you know that within Auckland we have the ability to provide a free pick-up service for furniture and large household donations?

If you have anything you no longer need for the Winter, decluttering, having a clear out, downsizing, moving house or simply upgrading your furniture pieces, please kindly consider giving your old items to SPCA 💙

From Wellsford to Pukekohe, give us a call 📞 0800 77 22 23! It's best to book in advance as our schedule can fill-up pretty quickly

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469 days ago

Mixed Pork Pack for dogs

Brian Damon from The Paw Store Ltd

A variety pack of pork products making up a delicious 250g pack for your pet.
The pack consist of:
Pigs ear
Pork strips
Smoked bacon chews
Pork snouts
Pork trotter
The size of each pack may vary but will be 250g

Negotiable

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470 days ago

New boardwalk open at Shepherds Park

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Check out the new boardwalk along the water's edge at Shepherds Park. This is a replacement of the previous boardwalk, but has been built a little further out into the water.
There is step-free access from the end of Cresta Ave all the way to the end of the walkway, however there are then … View more
Check out the new boardwalk along the water's edge at Shepherds Park. This is a replacement of the previous boardwalk, but has been built a little further out into the water.
There is step-free access from the end of Cresta Ave all the way to the end of the walkway, however there are then steps down to the beach or back up to the park. However you can retrace your steps and take a different step-free route to the lookout.

- Funded by the Kaipātiki Local Board.

469 days ago

Back from black

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Transform a basic cabinet using four simple steps and Resene Enamacryl.
Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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470 days ago

Free Glass Coffee Table

Karl Joseph from Beach Haven

Free glass coffee table for grabs. Would add a nice touch in your living room. Not needed and cannot be used due to space constraint.

Free

474 days ago

Poll: Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The leader of the National Party has announced a plan to ban cellphones from all classrooms to minimize distractions for students. The Labour party has commented that this is commonplace already and is a decision best left for individual schools. Do you think a ban should be enforced?

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Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?
  • 75.2% Yes, there's no need for phones in classrooms
    75.2% Complete
  • 24.1% Nah, let the school decide
    24.1% Complete
  • 0.7% I'm not sure
    0.7% Complete
4158 votes
471 days ago

North Shore Concert Band Festival Photos and Invitation for new members

Darrell Daglish from North Shore Concert Band

Just a few of the great photos taken of North Shore Concert Band during our recent performance at the New Zealand Concert Bands Association 2023 Festival. We were awarded Silver!
This is your local community Concert Band, and we are looking for new members. Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, flute, … View more
Just a few of the great photos taken of North Shore Concert Band during our recent performance at the New Zealand Concert Bands Association 2023 Festival. We were awarded Silver!
This is your local community Concert Band, and we are looking for new members. Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, flute, Oboe, Saxophone, French Horn (we have a French Horn available) etc. Any brass or woodwind, and percussion. We practice on Tuesday nights at Birkenhead College Auditorium at 7.30pm.
Call me if you are interested>
Darrell 021 99 88 95

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471 days ago

Two pet beds to give away

Tatiana from Glenfield

Hi everyone, I have two pet beds to go, as we have far too many already. :)
They are used, but clean and in a good condition. Suitable for small dog or cats.

Free

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