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1426 days ago

Get deck-orating with Resene!

Resene

Get your place in shape for the holidays and summer. One of the easiest jobs to get done quickly is to clean and rejuvenate your deck and outdoor furniture. Simply wash down with Resene Timber and Deck Wash then finish with the Resene Woodsman range of wood stains. Choose from a wide range of … View moreGet your place in shape for the holidays and summer. One of the easiest jobs to get done quickly is to clean and rejuvenate your deck and outdoor furniture. Simply wash down with Resene Timber and Deck Wash then finish with the Resene Woodsman range of wood stains. Choose from a wide range of colours, from traditional wood stains to a beachy whitewashed finish. Or go for the natural look with Resene Furniture and Decking Oil.

If you’re planning on a dark colour, remember to choose a Resene CoolColour version of your colour. This will help to reflect more heat to keep your deck and furniture cooler and more comfortable to walk or sit on.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop and see the huge range of options on their woodcare stand to help you bring out the best in your home.
Find your Resene ColorShop

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1435 days ago

Free business seminar Glenfield Library, Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

If you are thinking of starting a business, head down to Glenfield Library this Saturday at 1pm.

Business educator Robyn Forryan will give a free one hour seminar which will include the basic steps to understanding business accounts.

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1426 days ago

Go into the draw for Westfield or grocery voucher

Liesje from Hillcrest

Kia ora community!

We'd love to hear your opinion on online interventions/therapy for a student's Master's project. We are doing this via an online survey where you can go into a prize draw to win a $40 Westfield or grocery voucher once done. As there is a bit to think about the … View more
Kia ora community!

We'd love to hear your opinion on online interventions/therapy for a student's Master's project. We are doing this via an online survey where you can go into a prize draw to win a $40 Westfield or grocery voucher once done. As there is a bit to think about the survey does take about 15 minutes to do. You can also participate in an interview if you'd prefer by contacting me on l.donkin@auckland.ac.nz or hwil254@auckland.ac.nz

There is also a koha for the interview

Info about the survey and the survey can be found at tinyurl.com...


Thank you in advance! We're keen to make sure we capture as many opinions as possible so please also feel free to share the link.


We can also drop off paper copies too if people would prefer

1428 days ago

First Rung: Debt Free Diva saves deposit for first home in 12 months

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

One of the best things about working for homed is all the inspiring people I get to chat to. One of my favs, and the most inspiring was Tracey Hemingway, who as The Debt Free Diva offers advice and guidance on getting your finances under control and working for you.
She knows what she's … View more
One of the best things about working for homed is all the inspiring people I get to chat to. One of my favs, and the most inspiring was Tracey Hemingway, who as The Debt Free Diva offers advice and guidance on getting your finances under control and working for you.
She knows what she's talking about, too. Not only did she smash more than $90k of debt in three years, but in the year since she paid it off, she's saved enough, on top of her Kiwisaver, to pay the deposit on a home of her own.
It wasn't easy, and Tracy would be the first person to tell you that! But it is doable. Check out how, and have a listen to our episode of First Rung about Settlement day, on this link below. It includes some tips from Tracy on setting up a budget to manage your finance when you have a mortgage to pay.

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1426 days ago

Thanksgiving Paint Party

Patrizia a.k.a. Trixi from Mairangi Bay

Have you ever wanted to paint but thought you can't or aren't good enough? Come join us for a fun time to mingle with other creatives whilst producing a personal work of art to take home! This is not about fine arts or perfect painting, but merely for fun, fellowship & building … View moreHave you ever wanted to paint but thought you can't or aren't good enough? Come join us for a fun time to mingle with other creatives whilst producing a personal work of art to take home! This is not about fine arts or perfect painting, but merely for fun, fellowship & building community. Visit bit.ly... to reserve your seat.

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1426 days ago

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!!!🎉🎉🎁🎈🎁🎈

Lennard & Tracy from Make It Sparkle Cleaning Services

$92 off residential spring clean, get yourself a spring clean before Christmas, professional prompt service, we don't just clean we leave it sparkling.

Call us now at 022 474 1825 or 022 506 1190

Negotiable

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1427 days ago

Free Composting Workshops

The Team from Auckland Council

Traditional Bins | Bokashi | Worm Farms
New to composting? Learn how simple it is to start composting at home, and access a $40 discount on a system that suits your needs. Through composting, you can reduce organic waste sent to landfill and provide food for your soil!

Compost Collective … View more
Traditional Bins | Bokashi | Worm Farms
New to composting? Learn how simple it is to start composting at home, and access a $40 discount on a system that suits your needs. Through composting, you can reduce organic waste sent to landfill and provide food for your soil!

Compost Collective workshops are held Auckland-wide. To find and book one near you visit compostcollective.org.nz/workshops There's lots to dig about composting.
Dig out more

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1427 days ago

How we all dropped the mask-wearing ball, including our leaders

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, As the latest community case was preparing to take a Covid-19 test, I, and a big group including senior Auckland figures were collectively ignoring advice about mask-wearing on public transport. Read the story below:

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1427 days ago

Monster garage sale Saturday 14 th November 0800. St Pauls Anglican Church 10 Otakau Road Milford

Liz from Milford

We are all ready with heaps of stuff to sell tomorrow morning,
Clothing, books, tools white elephant, children’s toys furniture and antiques

Price: $1

1427 days ago

Christmas special!!!

Lennard & Tracy from Make It Sparkle Cleaning Services

$92 off residential spring clean, get yourself a spring clean before Christmas, professional prompt service, we don't just clean we leave it sparkling.

Call us now at 022 474 1825 or 022 506 1190

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1427 days ago

PERSONAL HOME ORGANISER

Luciana from Glenfield

Moving into a new home?
Skip the stress of unpacking & organising!

Moving into a new house can be very exciting. But once the movers have unloaded your things, and the boxes have been opened, it’s time to figure out how exactly to unpack and organise all that stuff, and this can be an … View more
Moving into a new home?
Skip the stress of unpacking & organising!

Moving into a new house can be very exciting. But once the movers have unloaded your things, and the boxes have been opened, it’s time to figure out how exactly to unpack and organise all that stuff, and this can be an overwhelming process!

A new home is a blank slate. So why not take advantage and get off on the right foot? We are here to help you out with the boring part, getting rid of all those piles of boxes and assisting you to create new organisational habits, so you can enjoy your new home to the fullest!

Get in touch for more info!

LUCIANA RAMOS
Personal Home Organiser
Email:lrpersonalorganiser@gmail.com
Phone:+64 2102302128

1431 days ago

Reno blogging saved one couple $35k... but it didn't come cheap

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I've always thought of reno blogging as a way to document a difficult process in a fun, relatable way. The benefit? Emotional support and maybe advice from folks following your journey - and maybe a little ego bump from showing off your mad wallpapering skills.
If you're lucky, and good,… View more
I've always thought of reno blogging as a way to document a difficult process in a fun, relatable way. The benefit? Emotional support and maybe advice from folks following your journey - and maybe a little ego bump from showing off your mad wallpapering skills.
If you're lucky, and good, you might be given a couple of cans of paint from your local hardware store, to help you on the way - but that would be the icing on the tip of the social media cake.
Few of us would have the energy or knowhow to turn their reno into a part time side hustle that's both creatively fulfilling, and engaging.
But that's exactly what Moochstyle's Shayden and Georgia Whipps have done - with some pawsome help from their gorgeous dog Frankie. They've been blogging their Christchurch villa reno since they bought their home and Shayden shared their story with us for the final episode of First Rung, our podcast. A first time homeowner and renovator, Shayden is such an inspiring guy to chat with. He makes you want to jump in and give it go. Check out his story and let us know what you think.

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1428 days ago

Pōhutukawa tree vandalised with saw at Waiake Beach Reserve

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

A large pōhutukawa has had one of its branches chopped off by “vandals” two days after Auckland Council asked for feedback on the tree's future.

Auckland Council and the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board started consultation on a branch of a large pōhutukawa tree at the Waiake Beach Reserve… View more
A large pōhutukawa has had one of its branches chopped off by “vandals” two days after Auckland Council asked for feedback on the tree's future.

Auckland Council and the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board started consultation on a branch of a large pōhutukawa tree at the Waiake Beach Reserve in Beach Rd on Monday.

The branch in question hangs low over a boardwalk which leads under Beach Rd, leaving 1.4 metres for people to walk under.

By Wednesday, vandals had taken matters into their own hands and lobbed off the branch with a saw, leaving the remains in the estuary below. However, the remainder of the branch still impedes the boardwalk.

“The illegal incident is incredibly disappointing and is being investigated by the council,” head of area operations and community facilities Julie Pickering said.

Anyone with information on the vandalism should contact Auckland Council on 09 301 01 01.

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1427 days ago

Bed and Mattress - single

Leila from Hillcrest

This bed is very light, easy to move. The headboard can be disassembled. It is in great condition and very clean (no stain).
The reason for selling is moving to a fully furnished house.


Measurements: 188*91cm

Price: $75

1451 days ago

Would you buy this cowboy Winston Peters portrait?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, if you’ve ever dreamed of having an image of New Zealand First leader Winston Peters wearing a cowboy hat, proudly hanging in your living room, now’s your chance to make it a reality. An artwork of Peters, created using coffee, red wine and tea is for sale on Trade Me. The … View moreKia ora neighbours, if you’ve ever dreamed of having an image of New Zealand First leader Winston Peters wearing a cowboy hat, proudly hanging in your living room, now’s your chance to make it a reality. An artwork of Peters, created using coffee, red wine and tea is for sale on Trade Me. The current bid is almost $300, would you buy this?

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