Flat Bush, Auckland

Make a start on 2021

Manukau Institute of Technology

Thinking of studying in 2021 but unsure where to start?

Find out why MIT is the right choice for you. Come and talk to our experienced subject experts and enjoy free food, interactive activities, games and lots more. There will also be on-site tours for our newly opened … View moreThinking of studying in 2021 but unsure where to start?

Find out why MIT is the right choice for you. Come and talk to our experienced subject experts and enjoy free food, interactive activities, games and lots more. There will also be on-site tours for our newly opened purpose-built engineering and trades facility, MIT Technology Park (TechPark).

12 September
10am-12pm at MIT Manukau, cnr of Manukau Station Rd and Davies Ave.
Win a MacBook Air*
*T&Cs apply. See manukau.ac.nz/openday for details. Register Now

COVID-19 – an important health message to our community

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

A positive case of COVID-19, has seen a short term return to Alert Level 3.

In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances, compassionate grounds, or birthing partners, family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital.

Compassionate or exceptional … View moreA positive case of COVID-19, has seen a short term return to Alert Level 3.

In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances, compassionate grounds, or birthing partners, family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital.

Compassionate or exceptional ground could include a family member to support:
● A patient through end of life care;
● Someone who has been in hospital for a long time
● A child in hospital
● Women giving birth in a maternity facility

Whaanau who want to visit a patient need to request this in advance. The decision will be made by a lead clinician.

You can stay connected with your loved ones by calling, emailing or texting them.

For information and contact details for all our sites visit:
www.countiesmanukau.health.nz Find out more

install a flue kit

Shirl from Papatoetoe

hi we are looking for someone to install a new flue kit for a Magnum P100 wood fire. it needs to be certified. call me on 0278389660 after 4.00pm. I have photos if needed

Auckland Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore hails 'critical infrastructure'

Stephen Forbes Reporter from Eastern Courier

Auckland Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore says the start of work on a third main rail line from Quay Park …

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Do you know what to plant in the garden right now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow… View moreThis week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and make a feeding station for native birds. Plus go in the draw for strawberry packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s August issue.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

Guillotine sharpening

Elmarie from Flat Bush

Can anyone please recommend a person / Company to sharpen a A3 and A4 guillotine.
Thanks

Aluminium & Timber Retrofit double glazing

RetroFit Double Glazing - Auckland South

If you’re thinking about retrofit double glazing, whether it is timber or aluminium we can retrofit both. Get your free measure and quote here and our local consultants can walk you through the process with a tailored solution to suit your home. Or call us on 0800 658 658.

Brighten your walls with this creative project

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

Put your own spin on a current wall art trend by painting designs on woven plates!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

Auckland 4-year-old 'thriving' a year after being given just weeks to live

Danielle Clent Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, a year ago, Olivia Clark didn’t think she would get to celebrate another Christmas or birthday with her young daughter.
Now, after four open-heart surgeries, Luna is “absolutely thriving”.

Middlemore Hospital’s $67.5m mental health unit nears completion

Stephen Forbes Reporter from Eastern Courier

The final stage of Middlemore Hospital’s new $67.5 million mental health unit is expected to be comp…

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Take our survey and be in to win a Hawke's Bay getaway

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Since the launch of our #backyourbackyard campaign it's been so heartening to hear from the tourism operators our content has helped. We still have so many incredible stories left to tell, but we also want to hear more from you - what inspires you, what is important to you, and what would you … View moreSince the launch of our #backyourbackyard campaign it's been so heartening to hear from the tourism operators our content has helped. We still have so many incredible stories left to tell, but we also want to hear more from you - what inspires you, what is important to you, and what would you like to see from us at Stuff Travel? Please take our survey, and share it with others, the more input we have the better we can do. And thanks to the lovely folks at Hawke's Bay Tourism we’ve also got a luxurious giveaway for two as a way to say thank you for your time and input.

Healthcare Level 2 - FREE COURSE

Ignite Colleges from Ignite Colleges

Thinking about a career in Healthcare? Study FREE with us and gain your Level 2 qualification and earn $21 per hour! Give our friendly student services team a call on 0800 200 345 or drop in at 98 Kerrs Rd, Wiri.

Howick Stamp and Antique Fair this weekend

John from Takanini

at Fencible Lounge 25 Uxbridge rd Howick
10 to 4 each day
gold coin entry for Alzeimers New Zealand

Neighbourly 101: Posting an image

Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora, neighbours!

When scrolling through the newsfeed what catches your eye? Chances are it's a colourful, striking image filled with all things Neighbourly. They say a picture tells a thousand words, so use your image-ination and show your neighbours. To create an outstanding post, … View moreKia ora, neighbours!

When scrolling through the newsfeed what catches your eye? Chances are it's a colourful, striking image filled with all things Neighbourly. They say a picture tells a thousand words, so use your image-ination and show your neighbours. To create an outstanding post, follow these simple steps:

1. At the top of your newsfeed click ‘Post a message, event, poll or urgent alert to neighbours’
2. Add a subject and message
3. Select ‘attach an image or document' and choose an image from your device
4. Choose a category for your message
5. Click Post to share it with your neighbourhood

For more info, click here.

Our quote of the week.

NumberWorks'nWords Manukau

The easy stuff is fun and quick, it’s true. However, to expand the mind, you must push it to its limits just as you would a muscle. The hard stuff makes you think; it causes you to re-read over and over again until you understand it. Challenge yourself every so often.