Green Bay, Auckland

794 days ago

Alcohol Effect on Sleep

Beds4U Avondale

Did you know that alcohol reduces rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.
According to findings, the more you drink before bed, the more pronounced these effects. REM sleep happens about 90 minutes after we fall asleep. It's the stage of sleep when people dream, and it's thought to be … View more
Did you know that alcohol reduces rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.
According to findings, the more you drink before bed, the more pronounced these effects. REM sleep happens about 90 minutes after we fall asleep. It's the stage of sleep when people dream, and it's thought to be restorative. Disruptions in REM sleep may cause daytime drowsiness, poor concentration, and rob you of needed ZZZs.
Alcohol may seem to be helping you to sleep, as it helps induce sleep, but overall it is more disruptive to sleep, particularly in the second half of the night if taken repeatedly.

Alcohol also suppresses breathing and can cause sleep apnea," or breathing pauses that occur throughout the night.

Studies prove that using alcohol as a sleeping aid can result in insomnia in the long run. However a drink or two here and there taken in a moderate quantity is of no harm.

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794 days ago

Name our 'Big Ram' Op Shop and you could win $100! 🐏 🎁

The Team from SPCA New Zealand

Did ewe miss the news? Our next Op Shop is going to be in the belly of one of Tirau’s most iconic buildings! We would love to get your help to give our 'Big Ram' a brand-new name! Do you have any fun ideas that will do this NZ icon justice? 💙

How to enter:
Simply fill out the … View more
Did ewe miss the news? Our next Op Shop is going to be in the belly of one of Tirau’s most iconic buildings! We would love to get your help to give our 'Big Ram' a brand-new name! Do you have any fun ideas that will do this NZ icon justice? 💙

How to enter:
Simply fill out the form at www.spcaopshops.nz... before 2 October 2022, with your details and your name suggestion for your entry into the draw!

Prize up for grabs:
The winning name will be placed on the 'Big Ram' building's name tag, and our winner will receive a prize of a $100 SPCA Op Shop gift voucher to use online or in-store at one of over 60 SPCA Op Shops nationwide.
Terms and Conditions apply, please see website.

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794 days ago

***REPAIR CAFE*** New Lynn Community Centre - Sat 24th Sep

Rinesh from Glendene

Come along to the Repair Café at the New Lynn Community Centre to get your items repaired for FREE!!
We will be open again 11am to 2pm on the last Saturday of each month!!

Our volunteer repairers are ready to help repair your items such as:
- Smaller furniture pieces that need to be repaired
- … View more
Come along to the Repair Café at the New Lynn Community Centre to get your items repaired for FREE!!
We will be open again 11am to 2pm on the last Saturday of each month!!

Our volunteer repairers are ready to help repair your items such as:
- Smaller furniture pieces that need to be repaired
- Bikes that need to be serviced
- Toys
- Clothing that needs fixing
- Small appliances
- Laptops and other electronics

Get a second opinion from expert volunteers and let's save it from going into the landfill if we can!

NOTE: Due to large interest and to keep waiting times to a minimum, we will have a limit of 2 items per person/group

Keen to help out? If you have skills that you want to share, or if you have any questions, please contact:

shi@doughnuteconomicsnz.com

Delivered by DEANZ - Doughnut Economics Advocates New Zealand

794 days ago

Don’t miss your collection

The Team from Auckland Council

Our roadside collections will be collected a day later. All collections will return to normal on 3 October 2022.
Click on 'Read More' to check your collection dates.

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794 days ago

Don’t miss your collection

The Team from Auckland Council

Our roadside collections will be collected a day later. All collections will return to normal on 3 October 2022.
Click on 'Read More' to check your collection dates.

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794 days ago

For Waitangi Day

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Lynn

Simple stripes create stunning results with these great craft ideas. Brighten up some old napkins (or plain new ones) with eye-catching designs inspired by traditional patterns using Resene paint. Plus paint your own height chart and Ti rakau.

Find out how to create your own.

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794 days ago

Wanted - free vacuum cleaner

Lana from Titirangi

Wanting a free vacuum cleaner that someone no longer needs. Good working order. If anyone has one please call or text me on 0223151906. Thanks

Free

794 days ago

Trade in your old Woodburner

West City Heating Services

Is your existing woodburner tired, old and cold? Upgrade now for a more modern and efficient model woodfire.

West City Heating is your one stop fireplace shop, Dr Flue for chimney sweeping and maintenance work.

Offer is for October only – packages available upon a no cost site inspection
Find out more

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795 days ago

Auckland Local Elections

The Team from Auckland Council

Haven't received your purple envelope?

Call 0800 922 822 or visit bit.ly... to cast a special vote in Auckland's local elections.

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795 days ago

Free - Agave Attenuata X2

Andrew from Glen Eden

Kerbside 29 West Coast Road. Kelston shops end.

Larger one measures approx 1.5m x 1.5m leaf tip to leaf tip + stem to leaf tip. Smaller approx 80cm x 80cm.

Free

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795 days ago

BirdCare appeals for public support ahead of baby bird influx

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, New Zealand’s largest wildlife hospital and rehabilitation centre is appealing for public support as they prepare for
an influx of baby birds.

BirdCare Aotearoa is a registered charity dedicated to caring for sick, injured and orphaned wild birds.

Over 6,000 birds are … View more
Kia ora neighbours, New Zealand’s largest wildlife hospital and rehabilitation centre is appealing for public support as they prepare for
an influx of baby birds.

BirdCare Aotearoa is a registered charity dedicated to caring for sick, injured and orphaned wild birds.

Over 6,000 birds are delivered to their centre in Green Bay, Auckland every year.

The centre’s admissions have been steadily increasing, with a 20% increase in admissions this year.

“Barely two weeks into spring, we’ve already admitted over 150 ducklings as well as a few other chicks including an orphaned pūkeko and a tiny ōi (grey-faced petrel),” says General Manager, Dr Lynn Miller.

“The bulk of our financial support comes through the front door – donations from very kind and generous people in the community who have rescued birds, supplemented by community grants,” says Fundraising and Development Coordinator, Bianka Atlas.

“We’re in the wake of a particularly challenging couple of years and are feeling the pinch."

The charity has launched a two-week crowdfunding campaign (click the link below), and hope to raise $15,000 to help cover food, essential medication and housing.

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795 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for new potatoes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for new potato recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Sept 25, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for new potato recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Sept 25, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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796 days ago

AGAVE PLANTS - FREE

Kathy from Glen Eden

Free for the taking... Agave plants various sizes on grass verge outside #19 Milan Drive Glen Eden.

If not taken by the weekend, they will be broken down and put in the organic rubbish.

796 days ago

Blockhouse bay Community Market

Wesene Mammo from Glen Eden

I’ll be at Blockhouse bay Community Market this Saturday the 24th from 7:00-12:30 with my beautiful crafts.

Crochet, rope bowls, felt sheet and more

Cardigans, bowls, gift bags, felt coin purse,playmats and more

nuhamia.com

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796 days ago

Bledisloe Cup Rugby Luncheon at Suburbs RFC

Geoff from Glendene

Inviting all West Auckland rugby fans to attend the 27th Annual Pre-Test Luncheon at Suburbs RFC this Friday 23-September. A few seats are available at the last couple of tables, reply here or contact the number listed on the flyer. Guest speakers are Wallaby flanker Phil Waugh and All-Black prop … View moreInviting all West Auckland rugby fans to attend the 27th Annual Pre-Test Luncheon at Suburbs RFC this Friday 23-September. A few seats are available at the last couple of tables, reply here or contact the number listed on the flyer. Guest speakers are Wallaby flanker Phil Waugh and All-Black prop Steve McDowall (Suburbs All-Black No.4).

Negotiable

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