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1569 days ago

Remote Cooking: Lockdown 2.0

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

So here we are again, cooking from home, as we swing back to lessons learned from Lockdown 1.
Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with crème Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Take a look at these great examples of Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles… View more
So here we are again, cooking from home, as we swing back to lessons learned from Lockdown 1.
Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with crème Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Take a look at these great examples of Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with creme Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Link below for the recipe and the full story.

1569 days ago

Did you know it's time to get eggplants started?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and … View more
In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and sensational new peace lilies from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1569 days ago

The Student Volunteer Army can help you with your groceries while Auckland is at COVID-19 Alert Level 3.

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The Student Volunteer Army can help you with your groceries while Auckland is at COVID-19 Alert Level 3.
Call 0800 005 902 Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm.

1569 days ago

How to wear your mask correctly

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Amongst all the uncertainty, covering your mouth and nose is hear to stay. Here's a humorous look at how to wear your mask correctly.

1569 days ago

Free Low E double glazing upgrade from Plus to Max for Super Gold card members

RetroFit Double Glazing - Auckland East

If you’re a super gold card holder and are thinking about getting retrofit double glazing check out this great special! All you need to do is request a free quote in August and book a summer install and you can get a free upgrade! Get your free measure and quote here or call us on 0800 658 658. … View moreIf you’re a super gold card holder and are thinking about getting retrofit double glazing check out this great special! All you need to do is request a free quote in August and book a summer install and you can get a free upgrade! Get your free measure and quote here or call us on 0800 658 658. Terms apply click here to view

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1569 days ago

Use toy figures to make candy jars and bookends

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Use plastic animal figurines to make fun and easy projects for your home painted with Resene testpots. Colourful bookends and fun jar lids.

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

Find out how to create your own

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1570 days ago

The Acacia Cove Lifestyle

Acacia Cove Village

Acacia Cove is a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula.

While the lockdown and Covid-19 experience has been challenging for us all, it's inspiring to see how much it's brought people together especially in elderly, vulnerable, and at-risk communities.
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Acacia Cove is a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula.

While the lockdown and Covid-19 experience has been challenging for us all, it's inspiring to see how much it's brought people together especially in elderly, vulnerable, and at-risk communities.

Long time manager Bruce Cullington welcome people to find out more about retirement village living and invites you to pay the village a visit.
Find out more

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1570 days ago

Why do Auckland trains have to go slow for six months?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland trains will be less frequent and travel slower for six months while Kiwirail urgently repairs and replaces nearly half of the city's tracks. Will this affect you? Read the story below:

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1570 days ago

Art On The Tamaki - Charity Art Auction

Raewyn from Howick

Unfortunately we've had to cancel our Exhibition and Live Auction this weekend.
But the good news is that all the Live Auction items have been added to the Silent Auction so everyone will have a chance to bid on these exclusive paintings that we were saving, by clicking on this link … View more
Unfortunately we've had to cancel our Exhibition and Live Auction this weekend.
But the good news is that all the Live Auction items have been added to the Silent Auction so everyone will have a chance to bid on these exclusive paintings that we were saving, by clicking on this link app.galabid.com/tamaki
This is a NO RESERVE auction and you may never have another chance to buy art from these award winning artists at these prices.

We've also extended the Silent Auction which will now close on Sunday 23 August at 5.30pm

All art has been generously donated by the artists, which means all proceeds will go to www.KidsCan.org.nz... The demand for NZ children in need of warm clothes and nourishing food will be even greater in the coming days, weeks and months ahead...

So please support KidsCan by bidding or donating NOW

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1570 days ago

Are granny flats a good retirement option?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family … View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family member, we'd like to hear about why a granny flat was right for you. What was the process of getting one and learning to live together like? If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1570 days ago

NZ COVID -19 QR code poster

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The Ministry of Health has created a tracing app called NZ COVID Tracer. This app works by scanning a QR code on a poster at participating businesses making it easier to identify people who have come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19.
You'll find the MECOSS QR code displayed on … View more
The Ministry of Health has created a tracing app called NZ COVID Tracer. This app works by scanning a QR code on a poster at participating businesses making it easier to identify people who have come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19.
You'll find the MECOSS QR code displayed on the notice board located in the foyer of the All Saints' Community Centre.

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1572 days ago

Repaint 2 x Bedside Tables.

Trudi from Somerville

Hi, is there Anyone out there that would be Interested in Re Painting 2 Bedside Tables 600 x 400, they are Cream, but I want them painted Plain White for an Elderly Lady. I am able to drop them off & pickup when Finished. Price Please. They have 1 Drawer & Long Legs. Thank You.

1570 days ago

Temporary shutdown of Manukau East Shopping Shuttle

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Because of the COVID-19 Alert Level 3 restrictions currently in place, the Manukau East Shopping Shuttle will not run today (13 August 2020).
At this stage all bookings for next Thursday (20 August 2020), are scheduled to go ahead. However, please be aware that this may change.
Stay safe, wear your… View more
Because of the COVID-19 Alert Level 3 restrictions currently in place, the Manukau East Shopping Shuttle will not run today (13 August 2020).
At this stage all bookings for next Thursday (20 August 2020), are scheduled to go ahead. However, please be aware that this may change.
Stay safe, wear your masks, wash your hands and keep your distance.
#weareallinthistogether.

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