Flat Bush, Auckland

Certificate in New Zealand Wine

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Join us from anywhere in New Zealand to learn about New Zealand wines online. Delivered by Celia Hay the NZQA Certificate in Wine Micro-Credential consists of 4 online interactive sessions, wine tastings and more.

This programme provides a comprehensive introduction to wine regions, grape … View moreJoin us from anywhere in New Zealand to learn about New Zealand wines online. Delivered by Celia Hay the NZQA Certificate in Wine Micro-Credential consists of 4 online interactive sessions, wine tastings and more.

This programme provides a comprehensive introduction to wine regions, grape varieties and wine styles that have made New Zealand wines famous around the world.

It covers key grape varieties and explores the significance of geography, climate, environment, winemaking techniques and the vision of leading winemakers to establish New Zealand’s reputation for fine wines.

The textbook is the New Zealand Wine Guide, by Celia Hay, Director of the New Zealand School of Food and Wine. This book is included in the course fee.

18, 20, 25 & 27 Aug from 5pm - 8.30pm

Experience the difference

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Our guide gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle that a Ryman village offers. As well as guiding you through the retirement living and care options available.

Receive your free Experience the Difference guide.

Experience the difference

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Our guide gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle that a Ryman village offers. As well as guiding you through the retirement living and care options available.

Receive your free Experience the Difference guide.

Senior Care Community Networking Meeting

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

Providing information and networking opportunities to people and organisations who interact with elderly, so that they may serve our senior community more effectively.
Venue: Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga
Day & Date: Tuesday, 29 September 2020
Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Entry: Free to attend… View moreProviding information and networking opportunities to people and organisations who interact with elderly, so that they may serve our senior community more effectively.
Venue: Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga
Day & Date: Tuesday, 29 September 2020
Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Entry: Free to attend
Refreshments: Tea and coffee available
5 min speaking spots available.
For more information please contact lindsay.upton@mecoss.org.nz

Free Dining Chairs

Maan from Dannemora

2 x Sturdy dining chairs. Just needs a chair cover and you’re good to go

Free

Manukau East Shopping Shuttle

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

The Manukau East Shopping Shuttle provides a door-to-door service for seniors to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza on Thursday's. The $10 fee includes the return trip, 2 hours of shopping time and a cup of coffee or tea. Request a Companion Shopper or Mobility Equipment if you need … View moreThe Manukau East Shopping Shuttle provides a door-to-door service for seniors to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza on Thursday's. The $10 fee includes the return trip, 2 hours of shopping time and a cup of coffee or tea. Request a Companion Shopper or Mobility Equipment if you need assistance.
To book please call 0800 632 677.

MECOSS AGM

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

You and a guest are invited to attend
Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS) Annual General Meeting,
being held on Thursday 27 August 2020,
at the Haseler Hall (located beneath),
All Saints' Anglican Church, Selwyn Road, Howick.
Please join us for light refreshments from 5.30pm to … View moreYou and a guest are invited to attend
Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS) Annual General Meeting,
being held on Thursday 27 August 2020,
at the Haseler Hall (located beneath),
All Saints' Anglican Church, Selwyn Road, Howick.
Please join us for light refreshments from 5.30pm to 6:00pm, followed by our AGM from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
RSVP to admin@mecoss.org.nz by 20 August 2020

Auckland's Eastern Busway: Work begins on bridge span over Tamaki Estuary

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Favourite discoveries on NZ travels

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small … View moreHi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small towns do you think deserve more visitors than they get? Please remember your comment may be included in an article unless you state that you don't want it to be. Cheers.

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Size 1 boys bulk clothing

Nichola from Goodwood Heights

Hi how’s all? Just wondering if anyone is giving away or selling any size 1 boy bulk of clothing please

TV stands for sale - Prices are in the description

Maan from Dannemora

Small black tv stand - $20, the magnet to close the glass door (encircled) is no longer working

White TV stand - $50

Negotiable

Bowel Cancer – You’re never too young

Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer can strike at any age. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. But it is treatable – and beatable – if detected early enough. Check your symptoms

South Auckland parent's five-year battle to get a playground

Donna-lee Biddle Reporter from Eastern Courier

A lack of playgrounds in south Auckland has spurred one parent to petition council and her local boa…

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Auckland Council agency to build apartments trialling new wheelchair access rules

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Disability advocates welcome new accessible development which could pave the way for further housing projects.

Do you think there is enough housing for people with access needs?