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Wasp Wipeout

Hi there Auckland,

Want to do your bit for Wasp Wipeout this year?

Our friends at Expra have given us 50 Stop Wasps Surface Spray cans to give exclusively to Neighbourly members this year!

Expra’s spray kills wasps on contact, eliminates nests and provides a safe jet spray up to four … View moreHi there Auckland,

Want to do your bit for Wasp Wipeout this year?

Our friends at Expra have given us 50 Stop Wasps Surface Spray cans to give exclusively to Neighbourly members this year!

Expra’s spray kills wasps on contact, eliminates nests and provides a safe jet spray up to four metres for easy extermination.

It’s easy to enter, just leave a comment on this post and you’re in the draw!

Competition closes 10 March 2022. All winners will be notified via email.

Strategic Grant Seeking and Writing Workshop

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

Whether you’re new to grant writing, or you’ve applied for grants in the past, this workshop will help you gain a better understanding of the grants process and what it takes to be successful in the grant seeking space. In this practical workshop, participants will learn how to develop a … View moreWhether you’re new to grant writing, or you’ve applied for grants in the past, this workshop will help you gain a better understanding of the grants process and what it takes to be successful in the grant seeking space. In this practical workshop, participants will learn how to develop a compelling and succinct grant application (and funding proposal) that stands out.

In this workshop we will cover:
* Overview of current grants environment in NZ
* What you must be aware of before you kick off your grant application/funding proposal
* The different grant options there are for your organisation and where to look for grants
* Funder’s expectations
* How to structure and write a winning funding proposal, working through the most common grant application questions

This session ideal for Managers, Trustees and Fundraisers from grassroots and community based not for profit organisations who want to learn more about the Grant Funding environment and practical strategies to increase your funding success.

Presenter: Therese Lanigan Behrent
Venue: Te Tuhi Centre, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga (in the Social Room).
Day & Date: Wednesday, 25 March 2022
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Cost: $80

For more information or to book please email simon@ancad.org.nz

This venue is operating under RED and requires all attendees to show vaccination passes for entry and to wear a mask. Attendees will be spaced out in the large room for this event.

Who is Therese Lanigan-Behrent?
Therese supports not-for-profits, social enterprises and values driven organisations with training, strategic advice and practical hand on help as an Independent Funding and Marketing Consultant. She helps drive their mission through establishing robust planning frameworks, powerful storytelling and strategic funding support.
Therese’s experience in the sector as a funder (Vodafone Foundation and Lottery Community Auckland), Grants Strategist, Senior Marketer and Sponsorship Manager (for ASB, Vodafone & Jucy) and work with Auckland Council, has given her invaluable knowledge of the funding landscape and options for NFPs. In a voluntary capacity, Therese enjoys coaching not-for-profit organisations with their crowdfunding endeavours through her work with The Funding Network.

Creating Effective Social Media Content For Your Organisation

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

This is the session for you if you are struggling with coming up with content ideas, feeling like you are too slow at creating content or need some help structuring your content production.

Presenter: Alicia Hancock, Hancock Creative
Venue: ZOOM
Day & Date: Wednesday, 16 March 2022
… View moreThis is the session for you if you are struggling with coming up with content ideas, feeling like you are too slow at creating content or need some help structuring your content production.

Presenter: Alicia Hancock, Hancock Creative
Venue: ZOOM
Day & Date: Wednesday, 16 March 2022
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cost: FREE

This session will include:
• Getting content ideas: How to create a scalable system and library of resources that allow you to find inspirational ideas, find content suggestions and curate content for sharing.
• Creating content: Dozens of content creation ideas to spark your content planning creativity.
• Being efficient (like a ninja): How to cultivate content creation efficiencies so you can create content quickly, strategically and effectively to achieve critical organisational outcomes.

To register go to LiiFT.nz or email simon@ancad.org.nz

Hidden Treasures! 🎁

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Auckland

Our new fundraising initiative is asking you to help us, help young Kiwi's across Aotearoa by having a hunt and letting us upcycle your hidden Treasures.

Find out more about Hidden treasures through the link below!

Annual Budget Focus: Local Board decision making

The Team from Auckland Council

As part of our Annual Budget 2022/2023 we are proposing to give local boards greater responsibility for making decisions on local services to ensure they meet the needs of our communities.
This backgrounder (click on 'Read More') explains what’s proposed and we are keen to get your … View moreAs part of our Annual Budget 2022/2023 we are proposing to give local boards greater responsibility for making decisions on local services to ensure they meet the needs of our communities.
This backgrounder (click on 'Read More') explains what’s proposed and we are keen to get your views.
The budget consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 28 March 2022.
Find out more information and Have Your Say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023 here: bit.ly...

#AKHaveYourSay

Neighbours training together!

Sarah Moore from Froot Camp

Massive welcome to all our newbies! It’s been awesome to have so many new peeps join us thanks to our Neighbourly push. If you’re keen to get fit for FREE (no catches, promise), just rock up to the Domain. Tuesday and Thursday 6-7pm, Saturday 9am. We meet at the back of the Museum … View moreMassive welcome to all our newbies! It’s been awesome to have so many new peeps join us thanks to our Neighbourly push. If you’re keen to get fit for FREE (no catches, promise), just rock up to the Domain. Tuesday and Thursday 6-7pm, Saturday 9am. We meet at the back of the Museum 👊🏼👊🏼

Women in Wine: Celia Hay on making the most of lockdown

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Celia Hay, featured in the recent issue of the New Zealand Wine Growers Magazine with the Women in Wine Series.
Joelle Thomson writes about the Christchurch earthquake that forced Celia Hay to move to Auckland. After 10 years in the north 2021 was another challenging year. During the long … View moreCelia Hay, featured in the recent issue of the New Zealand Wine Growers Magazine with the Women in Wine Series.
Joelle Thomson writes about the Christchurch earthquake that forced Celia Hay to move to Auckland. After 10 years in the north 2021 was another challenging year. During the long uncertain months of tighter restrictions, Celia was working on a series of NZQA Micro-credentials (short part-time courses).

International Women's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Manukau

While any day makes for a great opportunity to celebrate the women in your life, International Women’s Day gives you one more reason to do exactly that. International Women’s Day is on March 8th, and is a global day that recognises the incredible achievements of women, raises awareness, and … View moreWhile any day makes for a great opportunity to celebrate the women in your life, International Women’s Day gives you one more reason to do exactly that. International Women’s Day is on March 8th, and is a global day that recognises the incredible achievements of women, raises awareness, and encourages others to advocate for gender equality.

Summer stock clearance

Sheryl Harris from Red Cross Shop Takanini

Summer Stock Clearance on NOW
Loads of bargains in store at Red Cross shop Takanini
204 Great South Road Takanini
Come in & see what amazing deals we have on offer

High School Cooking

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Wrapping up this week with students from Green Bay High school and St. Dominic's College as a part of their Cookery program in school. This week they have learned essential knife skills, traditional vegetable cuts, and Minestrone soup.

Win a 9 day Southern Dream tour for two with Kirra Tours!

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Enjoy a 9-day dream touring experience for two across the South Island. T's and C's apply. Find out more

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Rosanne from Papatoetoe

anyone want this folding up book shelf . Free. Pick up Papatoetoe. needs one caster or block

FREE YOGA at the Auckland Botanical Gardens

Angeli from Manurewa

Hello everyone!

I will be hosting yet another Free Yoga Session at the Botanical Gardens. I really enjoyed it the previous time and will be offering more in the future!

Please feel free to join me Next Sunday the 13/03/2022 at 9.45am NEXT TO THE MAIN ENTRANCE of the Botanical Gardens. We … View moreHello everyone!

I will be hosting yet another Free Yoga Session at the Botanical Gardens. I really enjoyed it the previous time and will be offering more in the future!

Please feel free to join me Next Sunday the 13/03/2022 at 9.45am NEXT TO THE MAIN ENTRANCE of the Botanical Gardens. We will then move to a nice shady spot all together.

Please feel free to join me and bring a friend or family member (I used to take a friend when I first started ;) ).

To reserve your spot, please click on this link.

-> freeyoganz.eventbrite.co.nz... <-

Let me know if you have any questions. Can't wait to meet all of you! :)
PS: Bring your own mat and plenty of water.

Will everyone catch Covid in the current wave?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive … View moreFor many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive 'Explained' straight to your inbox, here.