Browns Bay, Auckland

1851 days ago

The Fat Duck

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

A visit to Heston Blumenthal’s restaurant, The Fat Duck near London was an outstanding culinary experience. Heston’s menu is inspired by his favourite childhood memories and he wants to arouse in us our own memories about a favourite summer holiday.

This is a fascinating experience filled … View more
A visit to Heston Blumenthal’s restaurant, The Fat Duck near London was an outstanding culinary experience. Heston’s menu is inspired by his favourite childhood memories and he wants to arouse in us our own memories about a favourite summer holiday.

This is a fascinating experience filled with spectacular dishes well-briefed "storyteller" and Heston's quirky humour.
Click on the link to read the full story..
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1851 days ago

Who's setting off fireworks tonight?! 😄💥

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.

❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.

🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from … View more
Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.

❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.

🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from flammable items such as trees, grasses, gas tanks, and wood.

💦 3. Keep a bucket of water or hose nearby.

👧 4. Children should never light fireworks themselves and need to be supervised closely at all times.

🧰 5. Keep all unlit fireworks in a secure bag or container away from any source of fire until they are ready to be used.

📞 6. Be considerate and let neighbours know if you're planning to set off fireworks. Aim to finish at a reasonable time.

🐱 7. Keep pets comfortable and secure inside. The loud booms and flashing lights can easily scare them off.

🐮 8. Avoid lighting off fireworks around farm animals and be aware of any newborns or elderly neighbours who may also be affected. If possible, change locations to somewhere that minimises any disturbances.

🌿 9. Be a tidy Kiwi and let's work together to keep New Zealand beautiful! Clean up any any rubbish and leave your spot better than you found it.

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1852 days ago

You’re invited to our Open Day

Arena Living

Come along to our Open Day at Knightsbridge Village, 21 Graham Collins Drive and take a look around our vibrant community for active over-65s.

We have a selection of low-maintenance homes available now, all with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living. They’re perfect for … View more
Come along to our Open Day at Knightsbridge Village, 21 Graham Collins Drive and take a look around our vibrant community for active over-65s.

We have a selection of low-maintenance homes available now, all with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living. They’re perfect for entertaining – your friends will never want to leave.

There’s a sociable and welcoming atmosphere that you can feel as soon as you arrive at Knightsbridge. We love welcoming new neighbours, so join us between 10am – 1pm or call Rowena on 0800 774 635. We’d love to see you there.
Find out more

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1853 days ago

Lawnmower required

Deepak from Windsor Park

Need a lawnmower who can mow my overgrown lawns.

Will be a routine job if price is reasonable.

Message me please.

Address: 488 east coast road

1852 days ago

Poll: When do you start Christmas shopping?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With Christmas coming up next month, it could be time to start thinking about gift shopping!

Are you one of those lucky people who can whip together some cool gift ideas a few days before, or are you prepared months in advance? When do you start your Christmas shopping? Vote in the poll below.

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When do you start Christmas shopping?
  • 37.1% I start a few months before
    37.1% Complete
  • 23.3% I leave it until the last minute
    23.3% Complete
  • 37% Gifts aren't a priority for me
    37% Complete
  • 2.6% I do gift shopping on boxing day
    2.6% Complete
1326 votes
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1852 days ago

Toaster

Tomoko from Waiake

Good condition free

Free

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1852 days ago

Turning the tide on biodiversity loss—will we make it?

David Bell from Trinity-at-Waiake Methodist Church

Conservation Lecture
with Professor Jacqueline Beggs, Professor in Ecology, University of Auckland.
Trinity Methodist Church, 864 Beach Rd, Waiake
7.00pm Sunday 17 November
New Zealand was one of the last large land masses to be colonised by humans, so the consequences of human arrival are still … View more
Conservation Lecture
with Professor Jacqueline Beggs, Professor in Ecology, University of Auckland.
Trinity Methodist Church, 864 Beach Rd, Waiake
7.00pm Sunday 17 November
New Zealand was one of the last large land masses to be colonised by humans, so the consequences of human arrival are still playing out and a good deal of our native biota and ecosystems are threatened. In New Zealand, one of the main threats are invasive species, but there are many other pressures such as agricultural expansion and climate change. Although we have made progress in managing some pest species, there remain many challenges and it is clear that we will need new strategies if we want to ensure our biodiversity and ecosystems are here for future generations to enjoy. Using examples from her involvement with conservation research, from the iconic kākāpō (nocturnal, ground parrot), to the ecology and control of introduced social wasps Professor Beggs will discuss the key challenges for conservation in New Zealand. She will also draw on some international initiatives that seek to engage a greater diversity of people in conservation.

Jacqueline Beggs is a Professor in Ecology at the University of Auckland. Her research has focussed on the ecology and control of invasive wasps, but she has also worked on kākā, kererū, kākāpō, and a range of invertebrates. This has resulted in more than 90 refereed scientific papers. Jacqueline is the Director of the Centre for Biodiversity and Biosecurity at the University of Auckland and leads the Sustainable Future research theme for the Faculty of Science. Jacqueline is a member of the Department of Conservation’s kākāpō recovery group and was a member of the Ministerial Advisory Committee on biosecurity.

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1852 days ago

We have our winner of the NZ House & Garden House Tours double pass!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

Congratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some … View moreCongratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some next year! If you're yet to secure your tickets for the House Tours, you can do so here: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...

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1852 days ago

Tuesday is Melbourne Cub Day

Owner from British Isles Inn Eatery & Bar - Rothesay Bay

Come and Join Us for the race and sweepstake here at the British Isles and maybe a glass of bubbles........

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1853 days ago

Small Fridge Freezer for sale

Karen from Torbay - Long Bay

We have a small Haier fridge freezer for sale. Sorry, no picture. Please contact Clive on 021-666836.

Price: $100

1854 days ago

Safeswim your summer essential

The Team from Auckland Council

Before you plunge into the water this summer, we recommend you go online to safeswim.org.nz.

The Safeswim website provides location-specific, real-time information on water quality and swimming conditions at your favourite swimming spots.
Learn more

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