Flat Bush, Auckland

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1837 days ago

Poll: Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the … View more
It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the actual and reasonable costs they incurred". Charging $65 for a short overstay in an empty carpark is as far from reasonable as you can get.

To find out what to do in this situation, click here

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Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?
  • 46.8% Yes, and I won!
    46.8% Complete
  • 32.4% Nah, I jut pay it
    32.4% Complete
  • 20.8% Yes, but I still had to pay
    20.8% Complete
1168 votes
1838 days ago

Patches Healing Well After Cyst Operation

Sharon from Manurewa

Patches scar is healing up nicely. She went for a checkup on Monday & has a final checkup on Friday. Her Cyst analysis is all good too, it's confirmed as benign & they got the whole thing out.

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We … View more
Patches scar is healing up nicely. She went for a checkup on Monday & has a final checkup on Friday. Her Cyst analysis is all good too, it's confirmed as benign & they got the whole thing out.

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We want to once again say Thank You to the Kind and Generous People who donated to Patches treatment, without Your Help she would still be suffering in silence.
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1838 days ago

Study part-time at New Zealand College of Massage

NZ College of Massage

Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility in your career, ditch the dull 9-5 and study massage therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We have … View more
Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility in your career, ditch the dull 9-5 and study massage therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We have part-time and full-time study options available for our Level 4 Certificate. Our part-time option is most popular for those who have full schedules, but still seeking in-depth massage therapy training as they prepare for a career in the massage therapy industry.

The 2018 New Zealand census showed that 70% of massage therapists are self-employed and 60% work part-time, so this really is a flexible career!

It’s not too late to change your life in 2019!
Call us now on 0800 692 666, or click below to ENROL into our AUGUST INTAKE.
Enrol now

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1838 days ago

Looking for a Chartered Accountant?

Business Like NZ

We would like to welcome Vinh Nguyen to the Business Like NZ team and to let you know we have reopened our database and are now accepting new clients.

If you are looking for an experienced down to earth accountant with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the areas of business advisory, … View more
We would like to welcome Vinh Nguyen to the Business Like NZ team and to let you know we have reopened our database and are now accepting new clients.

If you are looking for an experienced down to earth accountant with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the areas of business advisory, compliance and taxation then please contact Vinh on 09 262 0726 or vinh@blnz.co.nz
Learn more

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1838 days ago

SuperGold Cardholders Receive 11-15% off Selected Tyres at Beaurepaires!*

Beaurepaires Manukau City

Are you a SuperGold Cardholder?

Beaurepaires wants you to arrive safely wherever you travel, which is why we offer SuperGold Cardholders 11 – 15% off Michelin, BFGoodrich, Goodyear and Dunlop Tyres.*

Plus you can get great deals on Exide batteries and Shell Lubricants in-store!

Keep you and … View more
Are you a SuperGold Cardholder?

Beaurepaires wants you to arrive safely wherever you travel, which is why we offer SuperGold Cardholders 11 – 15% off Michelin, BFGoodrich, Goodyear and Dunlop Tyres.*

Plus you can get great deals on Exide batteries and Shell Lubricants in-store!

Keep you and your family safe on the road this winter with our FREE 4 Point Safety Check which includes:
- FREE Tyre Pressure Check
- FREE Battery Check
- FREE Tyre Tread Depth Check
- FREE Oil Check

*T&C's apply.

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1838 days ago

Rangitoto Meringue Puff - Foodography

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Welcome to the Rangitoto Meringue Puff in the making...key component for the #foodography dinner where you get to shape and style an evolving Auckland dessert.

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1839 days ago

Hitting The Sweet Spot

Nisaar Goga from First Class Accounts Botany

You might think you have the perfect product to tempt your customers but are you certain your perceptions align with theirs?

Failure to find your customer’s sweet spot may simply render your product out of date and out of touch.



A rare box of 120 year-old chocolates from the Boer War was for … View more
You might think you have the perfect product to tempt your customers but are you certain your perceptions align with theirs?

Failure to find your customer’s sweet spot may simply render your product out of date and out of touch.



A rare box of 120 year-old chocolates from the Boer War was for sale recently on Trade Me and attracted quite a lot of attention. But the asking price and viewers’ comments provide food for thought about the importance of making sure your value perceptions match those of your customers.



The tin gift box dating from 1900 with New Year’s greetings from Queen Victoria holds a certain value for collectors of Boer War memorabilia. But the fact that it still contains the six original uneaten chocolate bars adds enormously to the interest this item is generating.



Initially, the vendor was very confident in the value of this auction and asked upwards of $2,000.



But the auction has had no bites, and as one person said, "$2000 is a hell of a lot". Such comments about the exorbitant price tag have forced the vendor to lower their expectations to around $800.



Part of the problem here was that rancid fat and sugar bloom makes the chocolate inedible. And who wants to buy a 120 year-old product that is not fit for purpose?



This raises some really important points about value perceptions. In simple terms, if you want your product to be relevant you need to understand where your customers’ sweet spot is and how you can add value to that.



It’s very easy to have a distorted view of the value your product offers to the market. You know the enormous amount of time, effort and resources that have gone into the research, design, pricing, sales and marketing of your product. And so you’re rightly proud of what you have achieved.



But this same intense involvement can blind you to changing customer tastes, the value your competitors offer and any flaws in your own value perceptions. The harsh reality is that what was considered valuable 1 year or even 6 months ago may no longer be valued.



It may be that customers’ perceptions have changed. It could be that a competitor is offering a lot more value for the same price. A drop in perceived value might be due to the use of non recyclable packaging or increased awareness of a labour issue some other seemingly unrelated aspect.



Such a volatile market requires you to always be on your toes. You need to constantly review, and ask; does my product add value to my consumers’ lives?

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1839 days ago

Three mayoral candidates one big topic - what next?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours, Most of us know the frustrations of getting around Auckland - transport is one of the cities big challenges. So when three mayoral candidates face a transport forum you would think some big ideas would be floated. What do you think needs to be done. Read the story below.

(Please … View more
Hi Neighbours, Most of us know the frustrations of getting around Auckland - transport is one of the cities big challenges. So when three mayoral candidates face a transport forum you would think some big ideas would be floated. What do you think needs to be done. Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

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1839 days ago

Free English courses

DynaSpeak Botany

Semester ‘B’ 2019 is starting on the 29 of July 2019 and it runs until the 6 of December 2019.
Our courses are offered free to New Zealand citizens, residents and refugees ranging from low-level general English through to higher levels which then offer a choice of General, Academic, or … View more
Semester ‘B’ 2019 is starting on the 29 of July 2019 and it runs until the 6 of December 2019.
Our courses are offered free to New Zealand citizens, residents and refugees ranging from low-level general English through to higher levels which then offer a choice of General, Academic, or Employment qualifiers.
Please note: You need to bring your passport and the most updated visa. When you come to enrol If possible some proof of your address as well would be much appreciated.

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1839 days ago

Kmart's list of 31 recalls

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The $55 timber Occasional Chair is the latest casualty, although this is a withdrawal rather than a recall. We don't know the reason for its withdrawal, except Kmart says it is for "a potential quality issue". But what other products have been found wanting?

To find out what else is on the recall list, click here

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1839 days ago

Puppy Preschool

Veterinarian from Pet Vets Papatoetoe

'Good Manners Class' for your pups to make a pawsitve change in their life!

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1840 days ago

Change your life – study massage therapy!

NZ College of Massage

Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility, ditch the dull 9-5 and study Massage Therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We can provide you with … View more
Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility, ditch the dull 9-5 and study Massage Therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We can provide you with the most in-depth massage therapy training in New Zealand, from a Level 4 Certificate through to a Level 7 Degree.

The 2018 New Zealand census showed that 70% of massage therapists are self-employed and 60% work part-time, so this really is a flexible career!

It’s not too late to change your life in 2019!
Call us now on 0800 692 666, or click below to ENROL into our JULY INTAKE.
Enrol now

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1840 days ago

Bulk plant orders for gardens

Anita from Manukau - Wiri

BULK plant orders!

I can do bulk orders, that is, a high number of exactly the same plant and variety. I define bulk as 25+ of the same product and plant variety. Not to be confused with a big order that has lots of different products and plant varieties. This is perfect if you need to purchase… View more
BULK plant orders!

I can do bulk orders, that is, a high number of exactly the same plant and variety. I define bulk as 25+ of the same product and plant variety. Not to be confused with a big order that has lots of different products and plant varieties. This is perfect if you need to purchase for a mass planting or have lots of space!

Things to note:

- I do require some advance notice as it takes time to order seeds in bulk, get seeds to germinate and plants to start growing

- I do require a deposit at the time the order is made because I had the awful experience last time of a man who ordered 200 loki gourd plants for his supposed farm. Luckily I didn't start to process the order because he wasn't sincere and I never heard from him again. But I'm putting the offer of bulk orders out there in case there are genuine cases where people simply need tons of plants. I'm happy to do the best I can for these people. Depending on what is being ordered and quantities, I may even be able to offer a discount. I'll see what I can do.

Interested? Get in touch via my FB page "Anita's Garden" (just search for that) or email me at anitakundu.nz@gmail.com

Negotiable

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1842 days ago

Anita's Garden

Anita from Manukau - Wiri

Would anyone be keen if I ran my boutique plant nursery (FB "Anita's Garden") again this year? Some of you may remember me from 2017. I missed a year last year but would like to do this again this year.

- Any special requests of veggies, flowers, herbs etc that you would like me … View more
Would anyone be keen if I ran my boutique plant nursery (FB "Anita's Garden") again this year? Some of you may remember me from 2017. I missed a year last year but would like to do this again this year.

- Any special requests of veggies, flowers, herbs etc that you would like me to raise?
-Any topics you would like me to cover in my blog?
-Anything else??

Thanks for your support,

Anita

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1840 days ago

Cordless phone

Ada from Flat Bush

Cordless phone
$15.cash
It save, delete numbers. As well as record and delete messages.
Battery is rechargeable. Comes with both power and phone plug wires.

Pick up at 8 Danielle place flatbush. Please book time for pick up please.

Price: $15

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