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Hi. Keen to rent single or double garage space for storage of house maintanence gear, waterblasters etc for long term rent. Needs to have easy access and lockable.
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Recently I had a positive experience with Kevin (builder). Kevin has shown professionalism, reliability and a caring attitude towards a job at our home. I will definitely approach Kevin for future building jobs and I would recommend him to other people!!! With Kevin’s permission his contact … View moreRecently I had a positive experience with Kevin (builder). Kevin has shown professionalism, reliability and a caring attitude towards a job at our home. I will definitely approach Kevin for future building jobs and I would recommend him to other people!!! With Kevin’s permission his contact details are 021764497.
Thank you Kevin!
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Yes, Smales Farm is open and it is safe for you to come and see us.
We are business as usual, open 24 hours, 7 days a week, albeit with a few extra precautions in place for your safety and ours.
First you'll note our rather large tent outside our front doors. Here you will be screened by a … View moreYes, Smales Farm is open and it is safe for you to come and see us.
We are business as usual, open 24 hours, 7 days a week, albeit with a few extra precautions in place for your safety and ours.
First you'll note our rather large tent outside our front doors. Here you will be screened by a clinician who will assess if it is safe for you to enter our premises or not.
You may taken into a room straight away, popped in our waiting room which has been given a social distancing makeover, or even asked to return to your car.
You'll spot our receptionists are protected behind perspex screens and are taking patient details by phone rather than face to face contact.
As an added protection we are not taking any cash or cheque payments at the moment. Please note that we have PayWave payments available on our machines or we can invoice to be paid online.
So please if you find yourself in need of urgent medical or accident care, pop in and see us at Smales Farm.
Community food pantries will remain closed during alert level three – and possibly level two. The p…
To show our appreciation for those running small business in our communities, we are giving away our 3 month Premium Business Listings for FREE*.
Usually $150, your Premium Listing enables you to stay visible and connected to those around your business. Let your neighbours know how you're… View moreTo show our appreciation for those running small business in our communities, we are giving away our 3 month Premium Business Listings for FREE*.
Usually $150, your Premium Listing enables you to stay visible and connected to those around your business. Let your neighbours know how you're operating in Alert Level 3, share tips and tricks unique to your industry, send a few shoutouts - or share how your community can support you at this time.
There's no catches and no hidden fees. It's just our small way of saying thank you for playing such an essential part in our communities.
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Neighbours - you may be able to hear Last Post and Reveille performed on trumpet tonight at sunset (5:40 PM)
ANZAC biscuits have a special place in the hearts of Kiwis and Aussies.
In the baking module for Level 3 cooks, we always make this classic kiwi cookie - the ANZAC biscuit which commemorates Australian and New Zealand soldiers who fought in World War 1 and subsequent wars.
Why not make your own, … View moreANZAC biscuits have a special place in the hearts of Kiwis and Aussies.
In the baking module for Level 3 cooks, we always make this classic kiwi cookie - the ANZAC biscuit which commemorates Australian and New Zealand soldiers who fought in World War 1 and subsequent wars.
Why not make your own, this ANZAC Day. The photo below is from our Cookery Student Henry, cooked at his home.
Anzac Day was a little different this year, the adviceHQ team paid our respects by #standingatdawn we also pay tribute to #essentialworkers #anzac #rsa
Hi Neighbours,
It's Kevin and the team here from Kavanagh Kitchens Auckland. We're running our WINTER PROMOTION for all kitchen makeovers.
Kitchen makeovers are a cost effective way of making use of the existing kitchen cabinetry and internal carcasses, not to mention a lot less … View moreHi Neighbours,
It's Kevin and the team here from Kavanagh Kitchens Auckland. We're running our WINTER PROMOTION for all kitchen makeovers.
Kitchen makeovers are a cost effective way of making use of the existing kitchen cabinetry and internal carcasses, not to mention a lot less hassle than building an entirely new kitchen.
Our amazing WINTER OFFER includes $1000 off the pre-tax price!
Kitchen Makeover Prices.
Small Kitchens - From $9,000 + GST
Medium Kitchens - From $12,500 + GST
Large Kitchens - From $15,000 + GST
We'd love to meet you and give you a quote. Inquire today!
ANZAC Day will be marked a little differently this year. We’ll be warm and cosy at home and The Last Post won’t start until you press play. But one thing will be the same – remembrance.
To help us remember those who served and understand what ‘to serve’ meant, … View moreANZAC Day will be marked a little differently this year. We’ll be warm and cosy at home and The Last Post won’t start until you press play. But one thing will be the same – remembrance.
To help us remember those who served and understand what ‘to serve’ meant, Ryman recorded their ANZAC resident’s stories. Some are humorous, others are tragic and eye-opening, but they all offer insight into the courage, bravery, and determination required to serve.
What better way to remember than to read the memories of those who were there?
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Postponement of this year's Olympic Games in Tokyo came as a disappointment for gold medallist canoe…
Stabbing staff with scissors, masturbating, being drunk and having sex are just some of the reasons why 310 people were booted and banned from Auckland Council libraries in the last four years.
The majority of the trespasses were for threatening behaviour (51), abusive behaviour (41), theft (33), … View moreStabbing staff with scissors, masturbating, being drunk and having sex are just some of the reasons why 310 people were booted and banned from Auckland Council libraries in the last four years.
The majority of the trespasses were for threatening behaviour (51), abusive behaviour (41), theft (33), graffiti tagging (14) and intoxication (nine).
Five people were trespassed from several libraries for multiple offences or where serious types of offending posed significant risk to staff at other sites. Three people were banned from all libraries for offences listed in the article below.
Despite this, an Auckland Council spokeswoman said its libraries were safe and welcoming for Aucklanders wanting to connect, read and learn, and trespass notices were issued in "rare and isolated cases, with no evident patterns". Library staff were trained in conflict awareness.
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