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1745 days ago
1747 days ago

Attention animal lovers 🐶🐕

Kody from Highland Park

Heat stroke kills dogs !

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1745 days ago

Female, 50, and looking for a job? Good luck

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the difficulties of finding work when you're female and over 50. Anecdotally we are aware of women being shut out of the workforce around this time. If you can relate, and are willing to talk about your experience, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

1746 days ago

HOT CONCRETE and DOGS PAWS, remember people wear shoes dogs DONT!

Marie from Howick

Why are we still seeing so many people choosing to walk their dogs at the hottest times of the day, as an example would you or your child take that same walk barefoot in that same heat, no most of you wouldn’t and most wouldn’t expect it of their children either, not to mention most children … View moreWhy are we still seeing so many people choosing to walk their dogs at the hottest times of the day, as an example would you or your child take that same walk barefoot in that same heat, no most of you wouldn’t and most wouldn’t expect it of their children either, not to mention most children certainly would not walk on hot concrete anyway and would often end up being carried because the concrete is obviously hot and uncomfortable for them.

So why then would anyone think it was a great idea to take a dog with its sensitive paws that is clearly covered in a coat of fur on a walk during the hottest times of the day when obviously the concrete will be at its hottest. Hmmm

I challenge those who choose to walk their dogs on the hot concrete during the hottest hours of the day to do so in their winter jacket and barefoot and see just how comfortable you find your walk, then maybe you can have a better understanding of why it just make sense to walk your dog during cooler hours.

For the love of our pets.

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1746 days ago

Volunteer who love children and music needed for a playgroup

Jacqueline from Bucklands Beach

A playgroup in Pakuranga is looking for a volunteer to help with co-leading 30mins of music and movement playgroup on Tuesdays morning during term time. If you love singing and dancing with children, have 30mins spare time on hand each Tuesday, do pm me for details.

1753 days ago

Private PA Required

Sarah from Sunnyhills

My dad is a 70 year old stroke survivor and he is looking for a private personal assistant to job share. He lives in sunnyhills. The hours are within 10-1pm daily (usually around 2 hours). Ideally looking for someone to pickup the Tuesday/Wednesday although this can be flexible. Also looking for … View moreMy dad is a 70 year old stroke survivor and he is looking for a private personal assistant to job share. He lives in sunnyhills. The hours are within 10-1pm daily (usually around 2 hours). Ideally looking for someone to pickup the Tuesday/Wednesday although this can be flexible. Also looking for someone to do 1 hour on Sunday lunchtimes.

Duties are varied but can include;

Feeding the cat
Preparing lunch
Preparing dinner on occasion (plated and ready to be microwaved and served by someone else)
Some light housework like loading dishwasher, changing sheets, ironing (a cleaner is also employed)
Some driving to appointments may be required in his car
Some errands eg collecting prescriptions
Light office work such as printing, scanning, emailing
General tasks as required
No toileting or personal hygiene assistance required
Good initiative

Pay is $30 per hour paid daily and $50 for the Sunday 1 hour session. You are responsible for your own tax.

Experience or interest in working with the elderly or disabled would be beneficial but not required. We would love to meet you with a view to starting straight away.

Please email sarahfmeneses@gmail.com. No private messages please.

1746 days ago

Howick Village Door Art Exhibition/Sale and Jazz Festival

The Team from Howick Village Association

Bring your family and friends to our event on Saturday 1 February 2020 - Fencible Park, Picton Street, Howick - 9.00am to 3.00pm. Some amazing art from local artists and a great line up of jazz bands to enjoy.

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1746 days ago

If you don't turn up...

Alison Perkins from Pakuranga Toastmasters

Toastmasters can help you improve your communication and build leadership skills.

Come along to our first meeting of 2020 on Monday 3rd February. Doors open at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start.

Te Tuhi -The Mark (Pakuranga Community Centre)
13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga

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1746 days ago

Prospa funding helped boost monthly turnover

Prospa

Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.

She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her … View more
Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.

She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her dreams.

A small business loan helped Sandy increase the variety and volume of stock available for customers – ultimately boosting monthly turnover.
Find out more

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1746 days ago

Stuck on what to study?

Manukau Institute of Technology

Join us at our info session and be set for your study journey at MIT. Register now

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1747 days ago

Fireworks

Jane from Half Moon Bay

What were the fireworks that just finished in the city area for does anyone know

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1746 days ago

Closing Down Sale

Chloe from Pakuranga

Hi everyone,

I work at Kids & More in Pakuranga plaza. We have a closing down sale where we have up to 70% off! Heaps of awesome books, toys, Pokemon, board games and heaps more. New homework books were also just put out which are perfect for the new school year. Final day is feb 9th so make … View more
Hi everyone,

I work at Kids & More in Pakuranga plaza. We have a closing down sale where we have up to 70% off! Heaps of awesome books, toys, Pokemon, board games and heaps more. New homework books were also just put out which are perfect for the new school year. Final day is feb 9th so make sure you check it out before then so I don't have to pack up so much in a couple of weeks :P

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1747 days ago

Thumbs up

Chevelle from Bucklands Beach

Hi all, I recently had a big backyard clean up and used Adam Simmons of Epic Landscaping. I’ve used his services a few times in the past and every time he’s done a great job at relatively affordable prices and I’m im sitting here admiring his handywork so I thought I’d say a big thank you … View moreHi all, I recently had a big backyard clean up and used Adam Simmons of Epic Landscaping. I’ve used his services a few times in the past and every time he’s done a great job at relatively affordable prices and I’m im sitting here admiring his handywork so I thought I’d say a big thank you and recommend him in Neighbourly

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