Get your antiques assessed by an expert
You are invited to the Antiques Roadshow, Highwic Edition. Join us for an entertaining afternoon of antiques and collectables, old and new, on Sunday the 16th of June, 2pm til 5pm.
Following the format of the popular British Television show, you are invited to bring along your antique and vintage heirlooms and items to be examined by our antiques expert.
Yvonne Sanders has been in the antiques business for over 46 years and her family-run business, Yvonne Sanders Antiques, has been a stalwart in the antiques trade in Auckland since 1972. An expert with immense experience in antique furniture, collectables and European Chandeliers, Yvonne has helped to set new trends within the antique trade in Auckland.
Spectator only tickets are $30 while those who bring an item to be appraised will receive a discounted entry of $25. Your ticket includes drinks and nibbles beside the open fire in the Billiard House as well as the opportunity to explore historic Highwic.
Booking is essential as spaces are limited. To book please contact Highwic on (09) 524 5729 or email us at highwic@heritage.org.nz
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Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Poll: When should the tree go up? ๐
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5% Second half of November
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44.6% 1st December
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17.1% A week before Christmas
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32.1% Whenever you wish
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
CHILDCARE
Are you looking for casual childcare in the evenings or on the weekends?? Do you just need to take the occasional time out or maybe want some kid free shopping time.
I live locally and have 3 Adult children as well as a Nana to a grandchild overseas. I am a Registered Nurse with a Current First Aid Certificate.
Please feel free to make contact.
Thanks Kathy