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1996 days ago

Meet the Makers - Tickets On Sale!

Jacob Sheehan from St Mary's College Auckland

The St Mary's College "Meet the Makers" fundraiser will be held at the school on Saturday 10 August from 7-11pm. This is a fantastic night where guests sample the best wine, beer and food while enjoying auctions, raffles and a live DJ. We will also be joined by special guest MC,Kate … View moreThe St Mary's College "Meet the Makers" fundraiser will be held at the school on Saturday 10 August from 7-11pm. This is a fantastic night where guests sample the best wine, beer and food while enjoying auctions, raffles and a live DJ. We will also be joined by special guest MC,Kate Rodger.

We have amazing wineries and food exhibitors joining us in 2019, please check out the event site to see who is coming this year. For more info or to donate auction items or volunteer please email Jacob at - jsheehan@stmaryak.school.nz or visit our site for tickets.

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1997 days ago

Book your service online

Fisher & Paykel

Does your Fisher & Paykel appliance need a service?

Book direct into the technicians schedule, it’s quick and easy online. Then track your qualified technician online for up to the minute information on their arrival time, so you don’t have to sit around waiting.

Your local … View more
Does your Fisher & Paykel appliance need a service?

Book direct into the technicians schedule, it’s quick and easy online. Then track your qualified technician online for up to the minute information on their arrival time, so you don’t have to sit around waiting.

Your local qualified technicians use only genuine Fisher & Paykel parts, and provide a 12-month warranty on all repairs. Competitively priced from $99 (incl GST).
Book online now

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1997 days ago

Temping - To Determine Change With Direction

Andrea from Eden Terrace

The Art of Change is a necessary skill that sets Temporary professionals apart from those working in permanent roles (though these roles are never 'given'). This acceptance of change, chosen by Temporaries, may be necessary to up-skill for a work assignment, or to enhance a personal … View moreThe Art of Change is a necessary skill that sets Temporary professionals apart from those working in permanent roles (though these roles are never 'given'). This acceptance of change, chosen by Temporaries, may be necessary to up-skill for a work assignment, or to enhance a personal ambition.
"I tend to gravitate toward people who are a bit more eccentric and creative and artistic in some ways. … creative people together to create some great work, even to share points of view on a new direction". Mark Parker
The mindset of change is learnt through experience. A little like beginning to skateboard, then going on to balance on a surfboard. Different surfaces require different approaches although require a skilled balance. Temping equips you with the tools to ride the waves of change. Personal experience has taught me that you get to find your feet no matter what surface you are given to perform on. One such example I can offer, is when working for a Media company in the early 90’s, I applied for a Temporary role of CSR. My application was received, and I was contacted directly by the CEO in charge then. Rather than employing me as a Temporary, she offered me a fulltime role in the QA department. The CEO’s outlook was a little different to others I had come to work with in NZ, and so was her pro-active approach to growth. Under her guidance I gained valuable insight into all the departments, studying their current levels of productivity and with the Team, suggesting where improvements for both the company, and its employees be made. During this time, there was a change in the company’s CEO, and a new change of focus. The small Team in QA (who had all previously Temped) set their focus quickly on the new direction as instructed. Not long after this change, a new CEO was appointed and again, the role of QA changed. Change, Focus, Direction. In this period of growth, the direction of the sales team also changed. I was appointed the position of Direct Sales Administrator and quickly mentored the Reps through example. Door knocking, cold calling and retention. A first for me, and a new addition to my bow. This new Team were never given impossible targets, rather shown a new resilience to negative responses. Do not take criticism in business personally unless it is aimed at your shoes. Then go back in a new pair of shoes, with a couple of extra changes in your bag. No matter if you knock on a door, speak on a phone or text in a message, the surface of your chosen contact should still be fluid in the direction of your communication. I became interested in exploring communication through symbols (I had studied shorthand at school) and so I began to study Japanese calligraphy after work. This took me in my new direction and within a year I was offered a role as an ESOL teacher in Japan. I returned to NZ 18 months later with a change of career direction. I met with the CEO of my old job, and explained to him that I was to pursue work and personal experiences through Temping. He left the meeting without me but kept the door open should I return.
"No pessimist ever discovered the secret of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new doorway for the human spirit". Helen Keller
Again I am reminded of my lessons learnt through sport. One cannot gain the competitive advantage if they remain winning in the same race.

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1997 days ago

New facial recognition app for pandas!

The Team from Easy Social Media

Can't tell Bei Bei apart from Bao Bao? Fear not! 🐼 🐼 🐼 #EasysocialMedia

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1998 days ago

A new way to report non-emergencies

New Zealand Police

Has something of yours been stolen, damaged or lost? You can now report non-emergencies like theft, vandalism, shoplifting and lost property online at 105.police.govt.nz. You can also get updates here on a Police report you’ve already made, or add information to it.

To report any other … View more
Has something of yours been stolen, damaged or lost? You can now report non-emergencies like theft, vandalism, shoplifting and lost property online at 105.police.govt.nz. You can also get updates here on a Police report you’ve already made, or add information to it.

To report any other non-emergency or get advice from Police, simply call 105. Just remember, in an emergency, always call 111. Click here to find out when to use 105.
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2001 days ago

Secondary teachers to strike again

Reporter Stuff

If you've got a child in Year 9, they may not have school on Tuesday. Secondary teachers are striking again, but this time the action will affect different year groups on different days - full details via the link below.

Auckland secondary schools will also close on Monday 17 June as part of… View more
If you've got a child in Year 9, they may not have school on Tuesday. Secondary teachers are striking again, but this time the action will affect different year groups on different days - full details via the link below.

Auckland secondary schools will also close on Monday 17 June as part of a week of rolling regional strikes.

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1998 days ago

Antique Mirror for Sale - 100

Trish from Epsom

Pick up in Epsom

Negotiable

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1998 days ago

Queens Birthday Special

Sherine from Scrubby Dubby Laundromat

Scrubby Dubby Queens Birthday Special: Get 50% off washes during 11-1pm

Terms and conditions: You have to mention Facebook or neighborly advertisement to receive the discount

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1999 days ago

3 Days Only Possum Merino Sale

McDonald Textiles

Hello Neighbours!

Our huge annual luxury possum merino factory sale is coming up just in time for winter. For three days only: June 6, 7, 8 at 10 am – 4 pm.

Men’s and women’s garments, accessories (Seconds, discontinued lines, and samples) will be marked up to 80% off.

Be sure to … View more
Hello Neighbours!

Our huge annual luxury possum merino factory sale is coming up just in time for winter. For three days only: June 6, 7, 8 at 10 am – 4 pm.

Men’s and women’s garments, accessories (Seconds, discontinued lines, and samples) will be marked up to 80% off.

Be sure to catch us at: Unit 3/ 68 McLaughlins Rd, Wiri, Auckland and keep warm this winter!
Visit our site

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1999 days ago

Wobble board to help balance

Helen from Freemans Bay

Pick up only from freemans bay.

Free

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1999 days ago

Tickets selling now! 'a night at the Opera' 23 June Auckland Opera Studio

Otila from Eden Terrace

Please do join us for an fun evening of 'fine music and great entertainment' presenting 2 beautiful young artists Felipe Manu and Natasha Wilson. Auckland Opera Studio 23 June 'Ansonia Room concerts' 5.30pm - 8.30pm. Tickets only $50pp and limited numbers! Avoid disappointment … View morePlease do join us for an fun evening of 'fine music and great entertainment' presenting 2 beautiful young artists Felipe Manu and Natasha Wilson. Auckland Opera Studio 23 June 'Ansonia Room concerts' 5.30pm - 8.30pm. Tickets only $50pp and limited numbers! Avoid disappointment and click here to purchase now - www.aucklandoperastudio.co.nz...

Price: $50

1999 days ago

Fireplace Mantle Surround with marble

Steven from Herne Bay

Beautiful Fire Surround / Mantle

Removed and fully intact.

Excellent condition with just one small chip to marble hearth which would be easily filled.

Really striking piece that was created new for our 1910 villa in 2011.

Mantle itself appears to be manufactured with a pine top … View more
Beautiful Fire Surround / Mantle

Removed and fully intact.

Excellent condition with just one small chip to marble hearth which would be easily filled.

Really striking piece that was created new for our 1910 villa in 2011.

Mantle itself appears to be manufactured with a pine top and custom wood base (probably in 2011).

Now surplus to our needs as we have reconfigured the room.

Note: When photographs were taken mantle was dusty and showed finger marks that have since been cleaned off.

Price: $750

2000 days ago

Get your curtains cleaned up this winter

The Team from

Do your curtains need a refresh this winter? Winter may not seem like the best time to clean your curtains and blinds. However, it is the time when you most need them to be clean and mildew free.

Drawing them closed to keep you cosy can send mildew and mould spores into the atmosphere to be … View more
Do your curtains need a refresh this winter? Winter may not seem like the best time to clean your curtains and blinds. However, it is the time when you most need them to be clean and mildew free.

Drawing them closed to keep you cosy can send mildew and mould spores into the atmosphere to be breathed in by you and your family. Textile Curtain Cleaning performs expert mildew removal from your curtains.

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We are located in Wairau Park, Glenfield. We have been cleaning curtains for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For the best fabric curtain and blind cleaning in Auckland, please contact us to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
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2000 days ago

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Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing is a free digital magazine that offers seasonal gardening advice from NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts.

Each week we answer your burning gardening questions and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend.

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