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1188 days ago

Nominations open for Iconic Eats Auckland 2021

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Stuck at home in lockdown and dreaming of the day when you can enjoy a meal out again?

Well Aucklanders are being asked to share their food stories and nominate the region’s best dishes.

The Iconic Eats Auckland list launched last year with nominations ranging from dishes found at fine … View more
Stuck at home in lockdown and dreaming of the day when you can enjoy a meal out again?

Well Aucklanders are being asked to share their food stories and nominate the region’s best dishes.

The Iconic Eats Auckland list launched last year with nominations ranging from dishes found at fine dining establishments to cafes, food trucks, markets and hole-in-the-wall offerings.

Winners ranged from traditional dishes to those representing the ethnic diversity of the region.

Auckland Unlimited spokesperson Annie Dundas said Iconic Eats is the “ultimate culinary bucket list” of dishes that can only be enjoyed in Auckland.

“What makes this list unique is the amazing stories submitted with each dish that showcases the diversity of Auckland’s food scene – the talented people, the places, the cultures, the experiences, the flavours,” she said.

One person who submits a story will be declared the winner of Iconic Auckland Eats 2021 and enjoy vouchers for all 100 winning eats.

Nominations are now open and stories can be submitted at www.iconiceats.co.nz... up to 31 August 2021.

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1184 days ago

More ways for feedback

Eke Panuku

Kia ora,Talofa lava, Malo e lelei, Namaste, Sat srī akāl,

Have your say on the future of Old Papatoetoe during lockdown!

Take part in an online feedback session, register here: https://bit.ly/oldpapsignup

Or if you’d prefer, complete a self-directed workshop here: … View more
Kia ora,Talofa lava, Malo e lelei, Namaste, Sat srī akāl,

Have your say on the future of Old Papatoetoe during lockdown!

Take part in an online feedback session, register here: https://bit.ly/oldpapsignup

Or if you’d prefer, complete a self-directed workshop here: https://bit.ly/3sVoUUJ.
Register now

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1185 days ago

What are you growing now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're looking for lockdown gardening ideas! With New Zealanders stuck at home everyone is keen to get into their gardens, but they can't get to the shops to buy plants and seeds. So we want to hear from you some suggestions for crops you can start or sow from what you … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're looking for lockdown gardening ideas! With New Zealanders stuck at home everyone is keen to get into their gardens, but they can't get to the shops to buy plants and seeds. So we want to hear from you some suggestions for crops you can start or sow from what you have on hand or useful gardening hacks using just what you have at home already without going to the shops.

It doesn't have to be a big idea - just something like growing spring onions from the base or sprouting avocado seeds to make a houseplant. Send your tips and ideas to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz and we'll publish the best ideas in NZ Gardener.

Make sure you include your full name and address - only your name and the region you live in will be published but if we use your tip we will send you a free copy of the magazine.

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1188 days ago

Recipe: Chocolate Cake

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This is a simple home-made lockdown, comfort recipe.
Rich in chocolate, moist, fluffy with the perfect amount of sweetness prepared by our Cookery, Advanced student Sam at home during the August Lockdown 2021.

1185 days ago

Planning what to grow? Put these new varieties on your to-plant list!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Here's our list of the best new-release varieties of edible plants to grow this season.

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1185 days ago

Auckland apprenticeship opportunities

Competenz

Hey Auckland! We have some more awesome job opportunities available for you!
Check them out below for your chance to earn while you learn.
Print Bindery Apprentice
Print Apprenticeship
Heavy Fabrication Apprentice
Light Fabrication - Furniture
Apprentice Saw Doctor

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1186 days ago

Kids competition, let's have some fun 😉

Michael Ellse from Team Michael Ellse - Ray White

Can’t find your kids? No need to worry they’re probably in their mini Michael Ellse house! 🏡

Team Michael Ellse wants to put your little quarantine creators to the test! It is time to unleash your kids imaginations because we want to see our mini Michael Ellse quarantine creators build a … View more
Can’t find your kids? No need to worry they’re probably in their mini Michael Ellse house! 🏡

Team Michael Ellse wants to put your little quarantine creators to the test! It is time to unleash your kids imaginations because we want to see our mini Michael Ellse quarantine creators build a FORT and Be into Win!!

Indoors…outdoors…underneath the dining table, on the trampoline, in the lounge where mum and dad watch TV…where ever their heart desires. We want to see it all!

It is a Quarantine Competition so four simple rules:
1. Post a picture of your kids in their fantastic forts
2. Tag us!
3. Hashtag #teammichaelellse
4. Follow our Facebook page
It is as easy as that!

The winner will receive a Family Pass for four (two adults & two children) to Rainbows End! This will be drawn when Level 4 lockdown ends. 🌈

Get building our little quarantine creators! Tag your friends if you think they're up for the challenge. We can’t wait!

Warning: house may get messy and your kids may refuse to leave their mini Michael Ellse house (we know of a good real estate agent when you want the fort sold). 😆

*terms and conditions apply*
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1192 days ago

Want a laugh?

Carissa from Papatoetoe

There's a "Part loaf of bread" selling on Trade Me. No longer needed as seller now eats toilet paper. The questions and answers are hilarious. Reserve met.

1187 days ago

Lockdown kitchen

Michael Ellse from Team Michael Ellse - Ray White

Yesterday we did some Quarantine Cooking and managed to cook up some mouth-watering ribs. Check out the recipe below!

Hopefully we have inspired you for tonight’s dinner! Stay tuned for some more awesome recipes from Team Michael Ellse! 🤩

Rib Recipe:

Ingredients:
Rub:
1 teaspoon garlic … View more
Yesterday we did some Quarantine Cooking and managed to cook up some mouth-watering ribs. Check out the recipe below!

Hopefully we have inspired you for tonight’s dinner! Stay tuned for some more awesome recipes from Team Michael Ellse! 🤩

Rib Recipe:

Ingredients:
Rub:
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
Cracked pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce:
1 cup bbq sauce
2 tablespoon mince garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Worcester sauce
½ tablespoon of cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt & pepper

Instructions:
1. Pre-heat oven to 180
2. Remove membrane off ribs
3. Coat with Rub
4. Cover with foil and bake for 1.5-2 hours
5. Last 5 minutes mix sauce
6. Remove from & spread the sauce
7. Return ribs to oven at 220 degrees
8. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes
9. Rest for 10 minutes and enjoy!

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1188 days ago

Covid-19

Derek from Papatoetoe

When your cat is in lock down and all she does is watch tv Bonnie in Papatoetoe

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1187 days ago

Bring your ideas to life in 2022

Manukau Institute of Technology

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Our pracitcal hands-on learning and industry placements lead to real skills, for real jobs, in the real world.

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1188 days ago

Parts of country to go to Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View more
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.

Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.

To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.

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1195 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Howick & Pakuranga

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1188 days ago

Daffodil Day

Janita from Driving Miss Daisy - Botany

Daffodil Day symbolises hope for all New Zealanders impacted by cancer. Sadly, the iconic Daffodil Day Street Appeal that was to be held today, can not take place this year.
Cancer doesn’t wait though – support is still needed more than ever. Demand for the amazing services provided by … View more
Daffodil Day symbolises hope for all New Zealanders impacted by cancer. Sadly, the iconic Daffodil Day Street Appeal that was to be held today, can not take place this year.
Cancer doesn’t wait though – support is still needed more than ever. Demand for the amazing services provided by the The Cancer Society of New Zealand only increases during Lockdown.
Visit www.daffodilday.org.nz.... to donate online. Alternatively ANZ have also created a digital daffodil that accepts donations simply by scanning the QR code on it – they are matching dollar for dollar! Visit www.anz.co.nz... for more information

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1188 days ago

Playing up plywood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.

Find out how to create your own.

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