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With just five days to go until Christmas, it is no surprise New Zealand's malls are flooded with people, with this week tipped to be the busiest of the year. Scentre Group, which operates St Lukes, Albany, Newmarket, Riccarton and Manukau Westfield shopping malls, says record numbers of … View moreWith just five days to go until Christmas, it is no surprise New Zealand's malls are flooded with people, with this week tipped to be the busiest of the year. Scentre Group, which operates St Lukes, Albany, Newmarket, Riccarton and Manukau Westfield shopping malls, says record numbers of shoppers have been through its centres this week, with foot traffic set to exceed forecasts. Westfield says "multiple tens of thousands" of people have already been through each of its centres, with the weekend expected to bring in further "record numbers". Paul Gardner, regional manager for Scentre Group, has visited each of the ASX-listed mall operator's New Zealand centres this week. He says all have been in similar states of crazy. "It certainly feels busier than ever," Gardner told. As Gardner puts it, there's only one place busier than Westfield Newmarket in Auckland right now, and in the month of December, and that's Auckland Airport. Carparks are scarce and the loading docks at Westfield Newmarket are humming, while supermarkets continue to restock their shelves. Westfield malls had been bustling with shoppers ever since Black Friday. In previous years there would often be a week of respite between the typically busy Black Friday week and the seven to 10 days before Christmas, but this was not the case this year, Gardner said. "We had a record Black Friday and it didn't stop in the week after, with Cyber Monday onwards. In previous years it went into a bit of a lull for a week or so, but that hasn't happened." Paymark figures show transactions in the month of December are up about 50 per cent, Gardner said that was inline with what the mall operator had experienced this month. "It feels busier in proportion with the number of transactions." Gardner expects Saturday to be the busiest trading day of year for Westfield, while Kiwi Property, which operates New Zealand's largest mall, Sylvia Park, expects Sunday at noon to be its busiest, based on shopper activity last year. Talking about Christmas shopping trends at Westfield St. Lukes. Westfield centres throughout the country have extended their hours or trade until 10pm this week and will be open until midnight on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, as has Auckland-based Sylvia Park. Gardner said the extended trading hours had been in response to activity in the centres in the lead up to Christmas last year. "Three consecutive midnights is the heaviest we've been." Retailers and malls have an extra day of Christmas trade this year, with Monday being the day before Christmas Eve and Christmas falling mid-week. "It is perfectly set up this year - this is probably the best possible scenario because it means you get the whole weekend [of trade] and the Monday and Tuesday as well. I think it will line up for a bumper year, partly because of Christmas landing in the middle of the week." With Black Friday proven to have been a record and foot traffic being un-relentless, the indicators implied the Christmas trading period would be a record, Gardner said.
He said shoppers seemed to be positive and happy, which often translated into more spending, he said.
Paymark figures show spending in the last seven days before Christmas rises to be 50 per cent more than the average week spread across the year. Spending at department stores, recreational goods and liquor stores and clothing outlets doubles in the lead-up to Christmas. Shoppers spent $6.4 billion in the first seven days of December, according to figures from Paymark, which processes 75 per cent of the country's electronic transactions. Jacquie Johnson, centre manager of Westfield St Lukes, told NZ Focus Live that gift cards seemed to be a popular choice for shoppers this Christmas. Johnson said it was "pandemonium" at St Lukes - just how the mall liked it at this time of the year. Drones had proven popular gifts this Christmas among parents, along with phones and electronics for teenagers. Skateboards and unicorns had proven popular gifts among children this year, as were books and Harry Potter-related merchandise, she said.
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How creative can you get with blueberries? From cakes, to smoothies, salads, glazes and more - Blueberry Country wants to know your favourite recipe!
Simply send us your recipe with an image of what you've made, and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 Briscoes voucher. Competition ends … View moreHow creative can you get with blueberries? From cakes, to smoothies, salads, glazes and more - Blueberry Country wants to know your favourite recipe!
Simply send us your recipe with an image of what you've made, and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 Briscoes voucher. Competition ends on the February 12, with winners announced on February 14. Go in the draw.
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Spread some Christmas Cheer! An easy and delicious recipe with gooey chocolate filling and a crispy crust.
Ingredients
150 g Sweet shortcrust pastry
2 Eggs
60 g Dark chocolate
60 g Brown sugar
60 g Butter
… View moreSpread some Christmas Cheer! An easy and delicious recipe with gooey chocolate filling and a crispy crust.
Ingredients
150 g Sweet shortcrust pastry
2 Eggs
60 g Dark chocolate
60 g Brown sugar
60 g Butter
25 g Flour
Check out the full recipe on the link below.
Wanted someone who could do 1-2 hours housework this week. It would entail cleaning skirtings, cleaning window sills, bathroom, vacuuming, washing floors, wiping down kitchen cupboards .All cleaning products will be supplied.Message me if interested.
Dear and Respected Neighbourly Brothers and Sisters,
Our Heartfelt Kia Ora, Namaste, Sasriakal, Nihau, Shalom, Salam and Greetings To You and Your Families.
At This Time That We Celebrate Jesus’ Birth, We Want To Send You Peace, Love, Joy and Good Prayers. We Hope You Can Help Multiply … View moreDear and Respected Neighbourly Brothers and Sisters,
Our Heartfelt Kia Ora, Namaste, Sasriakal, Nihau, Shalom, Salam and Greetings To You and Your Families.
At This Time That We Celebrate Jesus’ Birth, We Want To Send You Peace, Love, Joy and Good Prayers. We Hope You Can Help Multiply Goodness.
True Love Is Uniting, Giving and Forgiving and Always Looking For Reconciliation and Peace.
Our Sincere Apologies If We Couldn’t Say Hello This Whole Year But We Like To Give You Our Heartfelt Warmest Greetings and Great Respect For All Brothers And Sisters, Who Belong To Different Religions.
May God’s Love and Blessings Be upon You and Your Families.
Humble Regards
Ali and Family
Do you want to sleep well? Before you fix your bedtime social media and coffee habits, show some love to your mattress. Purchasing mattresses is a vital investment for your household but aftercare becomes almost a distant thought for many. To help your sleeping mattress give you a good night's… View moreDo you want to sleep well? Before you fix your bedtime social media and coffee habits, show some love to your mattress. Purchasing mattresses is a vital investment for your household but aftercare becomes almost a distant thought for many. To help your sleeping mattress give you a good night's sleep, give it all the attention and care it deserves. Ensure your mattress's longevity and comfort with six of these resolutions around buying, cleaning, and maintenance to help you get the good night's sleep.
An Auckland company has escaped a $405,000 fine for failing to ensure the safety of a worker who was…
Our Annual Christmas lunch featured a journey of splendid dishes prepared by our Level 4 Chef students.
Merry Christmas to all!
For the fourth time this year the artificial flowers have been stolen from our son’s grave at waikumete cemetery. It’s not as if they cost a lot but it is quite distressing to go to his grave and once again find the flowers have been nicked. Have some respect you low life’s!
I like to Wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy 2020! Yes, it is just around the corner, here are our friends at Neighbourly I know of and you can think of many more......
Sharon Keymer
Fiona Butler
Kirsteen Fitzpatrick
The Team At Neighbourly
And many others that you may know of :)
Yes … View moreI like to Wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy 2020! Yes, it is just around the corner, here are our friends at Neighbourly I know of and you can think of many more......
Sharon Keymer
Fiona Butler
Kirsteen Fitzpatrick
The Team At Neighbourly
And many others that you may know of :)
Yes soon, in years to come, we now have 5G in our country, what will happen to jobs, and vehicles in years to come, will it be the next thing to appear? What will our kids do for their work in years to come?
Anyways, I pray for all of you to have a safe Christmas in 2019 and a Happy New Year in 2020. Here is a clip from John Oliver on youtube discussing Automation. I personally don't like him as a American presenter but he makes a good point on some issues about jobs in years to come. Here is the link if anyone is interested:
www.youtube.com...
Matt
Treat yourself or a loved one to a fabulous day out this summer at the NZ House & Garden House Tours - the perfect stocking filler that’ll be sure to make you the favourite around the Christmas tree. And what’s more, tickets are affordable at just $85, with proceeds from ticket sales going… View moreTreat yourself or a loved one to a fabulous day out this summer at the NZ House & Garden House Tours - the perfect stocking filler that’ll be sure to make you the favourite around the Christmas tree. And what’s more, tickets are affordable at just $85, with proceeds from ticket sales going to the Breast Cancer Foundation.
Indulge and spoil yourself, mum, sister or nana and step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s much-loved magazines. Limited tickets are available to all locations. So get your planning party together, choose your favourite location and make a weekend of it.
For more information, please visit our website.
I have a set of white drawers that are in good condition but can do with a lick of white paint to be picked up at the earliest as per photograph attached!.
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.
Unlike any other travel package, this … View moreIf you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.
Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.
Be in to win with The Editors' Escape! Our friends at NZ House & Garden are giving away tickets to their popular House Tours this season. Tell us your favourite New Zealand destination where you'd like to escape with us via this link and be in to win one of five double passes to a House Tour of your choice.
Visit www.editorsescape.co.nz... for more information and to secure your spot today.
Competition closes on 15th January 2020.
Thank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.
Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.
Wishing you all a safe and joyous … View moreThank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.
Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.
Wishing you all a safe and joyous holiday season ahead! Looking forward to creating even more safe, resilient and connected communities with all of you in 2020.
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