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Red Cross Shop Henderson is celebrating Matariki. We are open on Friday 20th June normal trading hours.
Come and visit us at:
433 Great North Rd, Henderson
(09) 8351152
Friday 27th June 2025! 6pm - 8pm!
✨ Mānawatia a Matariki – Celebrate the Māori New Year with us! ✨
Join us for a night of kai, kōrero, and whanaungatanga as we honour Matariki, the Māori New Year, with activities for the whole whānau:
🔥 6:00 PM – Tunu Tihore Koreutu! Free … View moreFriday 27th June 2025! 6pm - 8pm!
✨ Mānawatia a Matariki – Celebrate the Māori New Year with us! ✨
Join us for a night of kai, kōrero, and whanaungatanga as we honour Matariki, the Māori New Year, with activities for the whole whānau:
🔥 6:00 PM – Tunu Tihore Koreutu! Free sausage sizzle (limited to 200)
📽️ Kaupapa Mātauranga: Pre-recorded lecture by Dr Rangi Matamua exploring the stars, tikanga, and future of Matariki
🎨 Mahi toi mō ngā tamariki: Activity books, colouring, games & chances to win cool prizes!
🧠 7:00 PM – He Pātaitai Uaua mō te Matariki! Quiz night: score over 75% and win a Whole House Hire!
🎞️ Māori myth short films: Mana’s Great Fish, Pania Makes a Friend, and more!
📖 7:30 PM – Reading of the Matariki Karakia Booklet – reflect, learn, and connect through te ao Māori
🎟️ 7:50 PM – Kōura Kōhine! Gold coin raffle – winner takes all!
Bring your whānau, bring your mātauranga, bring your aroha.
Let’s celebrate our taonga beneath the stars of Te Iwa o Matariki. 🌌🌟
Dear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as … View moreDear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as impressive, or even more so? Send us a photo! Email: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. You could be in to win a Fiskars X36 splitting axe L blade and a Fiskars X14 universal axe. We're looking for wood piles of impressive size or of particular space efficiency or even an artistic vision!
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
At Ryman you'll find a perfect blend of independence and community. Click read more to access our guides which will introduce you to life at Ryman, showcase our independent and assisted living options, and give clarity around the costs.
From June to October 2025, we'll be constructing a shared use path (SUP) next to SH16 The Strand to improve pedestrian safety and provide a route separate from the road for cyclists along this heavy freight corridor.
Majority of the work will be carried out during weekdays (7am to 5pm) and … View moreFrom June to October 2025, we'll be constructing a shared use path (SUP) next to SH16 The Strand to improve pedestrian safety and provide a route separate from the road for cyclists along this heavy freight corridor.
Majority of the work will be carried out during weekdays (7am to 5pm) and traffic will still be able to travel along SH16.
Stats NZ said food prices have been rising at their fastest rate in more than a year.
Drinking chocolate is now 27% more expensive, coffee is up 17% and 1kg of mince was $2 more expensive this March than it was the same time last year.
Dairy products have also increased astronomically in … View moreStats NZ said food prices have been rising at their fastest rate in more than a year.
Drinking chocolate is now 27% more expensive, coffee is up 17% and 1kg of mince was $2 more expensive this March than it was the same time last year.
Dairy products have also increased astronomically in price. Milk prices are up by 15.1% in the last year, cheese by 24% and butter has risen up by a shocking 63.6%.
Are you feeling the pinch lately? Share what you've noticed in the comments below and whether it makes you change your shopping habits.
Magick Potions shed shop- OPEN NOW! We’ll be open today and every Saturday 11-4pm.
Crystals and gemstones
Handcrafted jewellery
Potion bottles
Aromatherapy jewellery
Dream catchers
Fairy dust and more…
2 Sarona Avenue, Glen Eden
0274683011
Please come say hello, support local and … View moreMagick Potions shed shop- OPEN NOW! We’ll be open today and every Saturday 11-4pm.
Crystals and gemstones
Handcrafted jewellery
Potion bottles
Aromatherapy jewellery
Dream catchers
Fairy dust and more…
2 Sarona Avenue, Glen Eden
0274683011
Please come say hello, support local and share with anyone you think would love this 💖
Upgrading a lampshade is a cinch. Add a touch of design flair to your home by updating an old lightshade with Resene wallpaper. Find out how to refresh your lampshade with these easy step by step instructions.
There’s something magical about winter – slower mornings, steaming mugs, and time to plan your dream garden. So why not cosy up and get inspired by some of the world’s most beautiful green spaces?
Right now, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive The Joy of … View moreThere’s something magical about winter – slower mornings, steaming mugs, and time to plan your dream garden. So why not cosy up and get inspired by some of the world’s most beautiful green spaces?
Right now, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive The Joy of Exploring Gardens book from Lonely Planet – completely FREE! But hurry, this offer is only available to the first 300 subscribers, so don't miss out!
This beautifully photographed book features 60 of the world's most spectacular gardens, plus 120 inspiring travel ideas to stoke your love of the outdoors – from tranquil Japanese sanctuaries to vibrant desert trails in Arizona.
Subscribe today!
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One man’s donated Kiwi trash is another’s Kiwi treasure! Come and find your new Kiwi treasure at Red Cross Shop Henderson 😊
Come visit us at:
433 Great North Rd, Henderson
(09) 8351152
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Real Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head.
In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged.
Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, … View moreReal Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head.
In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged.
Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, “unsuspecting victims are essentially being called out of the blue under a ruse”.
“The story changes slightly, but it will usually involve some sort of investigation and this ‘officer’ will report having located a valuable item of yours, such as a passport.
“He will need your help or ask for your personal information.
“The caller speaks with an English accent and provides a bogus ID number to the victim.”
If you receive a phone call such as this, Police advise the public to be extremely cautious.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Bergin says previous iterations of this scam has involved scammers asking people to withdraw cash as part of ‘an investigation’ or handing over bank details.
Police made several arrests last year over the scam.
“We strongly advise that you hang up,” he says.
“From time-to-time, Police officers may contact you as part of their genuine duties.
“It can be a bit surprising to receive a call unexpectantly, so stop and think if you get a far-fetched story shared down the telephone line.”
In the past week, Police have received reports from Kiwis on both islands, including: Warkworth, Riverhead, Royal Oak, Ngaruawahia and in the Clutha and Queenstown-Lakes districts.
“Fortunately, at this stage we are not aware of any victims losing money,” acting Detective Senior Sergeant Bergin says.
“Those recipients have done the right thing and ended the call and reported it to the real Police.”
If you have received a similar call, please report this to Police online now or call 105.
𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗭𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 ⤵️
🚔Police will never ask for your bank details, pin numbers or banking log in.
🚔Police do not offer prize money
🚔 Police will never ask you to go to a bank and withdraw your own cash
🚔 Stop and think: If the call seems off, hang up and call 105 to verify the officer’s identity, or request a callback.
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
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