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1110 days ago

Music of Rob Joass and Hobnail on East FM today Saturday from 3pm

Phil from Farm Cove

Rob Joass is a songwriter who wears his heart on his sleeve – and come to think about it, he wears other people’s hearts on the other sleeve – and to celebrate a milestone for him this week, the earthly accomplished music of Rob Joass features on this arvo’s She’ll Be Right on Saturdays … View moreRob Joass is a songwriter who wears his heart on his sleeve – and come to think about it, he wears other people’s hearts on the other sleeve – and to celebrate a milestone for him this week, the earthly accomplished music of Rob Joass features on this arvo’s She’ll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, 3-7pm (NZ time) on East FM.
Rob’s a clever songwriter, gifted in the art of stringing excellent note combinations and chord progressions together that are easy on the ear, have you singing and tapping your feet on the up-tempo songs, and have you thinking in the emotive panoramic ballads. All bound together by honest stories and wordsmith crafting.
He’s from the Paul Kelly style of songwriting, with the ability to pen interesting tales and about everyday feelings in easily relatable words.
He’s a true Australasian, an Anzac, being born across the Tasman in the Great Southern Land, and he’s also lived half his life in New Zealand.
Rob’s music, either solo or with his band Hobnail, who’ve always played great shows in Howick down the years, get regular play on the She’ll Be Right Show and we’ll spin tracks from his solo albums Pencarrow, Black and White, and from Hobnail albums Blue Sky Songs, String Things, Baggage and On With The Show. www.hotmail.co.nz... – Classic Celtic Country Folk (and a whole lot more Alt-Country).
We’re also talking live to Rob in a phone interview to Wellington at 5pm.
We’ll also take our usual tour of other musical neighbourhoods on the She’ll Be Right Show with PJ on East FM, East Auckland’s soulful community-powered public service radio station, on 88.1FM and 107.1FM on local frequencies, nationally and globally on www.eastfm.nz... and on app iHeart Radio.
Looking forward to being locked down in the East FM studio from 3pm – it’s all about the vibe; it’s all about the groove. – PJ, maybe bringing back the long-haired look after all… feeling for the hairdressers…

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1111 days ago

Need a Bathroom Makeover?

The Team from The Building Guys

Call us today!| If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows … View more
Call us today!| If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

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1111 days ago

Unwind and reconnect

Whakatane District Council

Unwind and reconnect in Whakatāne’s ancient landscapes bathed in abundant sunshine.

From island sanctuaries to coastal walkways and unforgettable Māori cultural experiences - there’s no shortage of things to do in Whakatāne.

Read about everything Whakatane has to offer here.
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1111 days ago

Free Chair

Shamim from Howick

Today, I was walking back home from Coundown HighlandPark and saw two lovely ladies putting this cute chair outside and hoping someone who needs it come and pick it up. I offered them to take photos of it and post it on my FB page.
If you’re keen on taking this gorgeous chair home for free, … View more
Today, I was walking back home from Coundown HighlandPark and saw two lovely ladies putting this cute chair outside and hoping someone who needs it come and pick it up. I offered them to take photos of it and post it on my FB page.
If you’re keen on taking this gorgeous chair home for free, please come and pick it up from:
690 Pakuranga Road, Howick, Auckland, NZ, 2010.
Date/time that I took this photo: 2:00 PM, Friday 12/11/2021
Hope it is still there, when you go :-)

Free

1113 days ago

Epic Scuba Trading hours update (Halfmoon Bay Marina)

Robert from Bucklands Beach

Hi all, just an update of our trading hours at the dive shop Epic Scuba.
We are located down at Halfmoon Bay Marina (Inside TopCatch)
Monday (Closed)
Tue - Fri ( 10 am - 5: 30pm
Sat ( 9 - 4pm)
Sun ( 9 - 3pm)
Come in and pick up some Christmas ideas. We do also sell a small amount of surfing … View more
Hi all, just an update of our trading hours at the dive shop Epic Scuba.
We are located down at Halfmoon Bay Marina (Inside TopCatch)
Monday (Closed)
Tue - Fri ( 10 am - 5: 30pm
Sat ( 9 - 4pm)
Sun ( 9 - 3pm)
Come in and pick up some Christmas ideas. We do also sell a small amount of surfing products (Wax, leg-rope, Suntan Lotion 50+, etc)

1111 days ago

We have respite care

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Ryman villages offer respite at resthome-level care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia level care. If you need extra support over the holidays or you’re ready for a change of scenery following an uncertain year, we can take care of you.

· Times have been challenging; … View more
Ryman villages offer respite at resthome-level care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia level care. If you need extra support over the holidays or you’re ready for a change of scenery following an uncertain year, we can take care of you.

· Times have been challenging; recharge and connect surrounded by our warm village community.
· Customised care is made easy via our award-winning myRyman Care app.
· Join in with activities and sample our delicious menu.
· Feel reassured knowing that we follow strict COVID-19 safety protocols.

We’ve been caring for people for over 35 years, it’s what we do best.

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1111 days ago

Love letters

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Make words that have meaning to you and your family, or decorate a child’s room with their name for some handcrafted love using Resene paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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1115 days ago

Speeding Cars

Sara from Bucklands Beach

Hi neighbours! First time posting here, we live in Bucklands Beach and have noticed the amount of cars speeding all around, specially now with the good weather. I was just crossing the street today in Hattaway Av and someone literally almost run me over, the car must have been doing 80 or 90km/h.
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Hi neighbours! First time posting here, we live in Bucklands Beach and have noticed the amount of cars speeding all around, specially now with the good weather. I was just crossing the street today in Hattaway Av and someone literally almost run me over, the car must have been doing 80 or 90km/h.
Is there anything being done about this? I guess it is a police thing about speeding but must be something to bring up with the council to add more safety on the road like speed bumps etc.
Thanks, Sara

1112 days ago

Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis New Zealand!

Resene ColorShop

Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis New Zealand!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene orange testpots (includes metallics and wood … View more
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis New Zealand!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene orange testpots (includes metallics and wood stains) at Resene owned ColorShops.

Help us help our fellow kiwis.
Find your local Resene ColorShop

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1112 days ago

Do you need reliable, affordable internet?

The Team from NZ Compare

Kiwis simply need good internet! We all want to avoid buffering of doom and zoom meetings freezing but when it comes to switching your broadband plan or provider, it can be overwhelming with so many to choose from. Broadband Compare can help you!

NZ Compare CEO Gavin Male spoke to TV Three’s, … View more
Kiwis simply need good internet! We all want to avoid buffering of doom and zoom meetings freezing but when it comes to switching your broadband plan or provider, it can be overwhelming with so many to choose from. Broadband Compare can help you!

NZ Compare CEO Gavin Male spoke to TV Three’s, The AM Show about broadband connectivity in NZ, the cost of broadband and how prices have fallen, and connectivity improved. Check out the clip here.

Visit Broadband Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across Power, Broadband and Money.
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1112 days ago

Seven key reasons why you need to write your will

Public Trust

"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of … View more"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, especially when your circumstances change or at a key life stages. Check out the article in the link below.

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1112 days ago

Help us to "Light up Loneliness" by encouraging your local council to get involved.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!


The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.

The New Zealand Coalition to … View more
Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!


The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.

The New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness is a growing group of non-profit organisations, businesses and researchers working together to end loneliness for individuals, in communities, and at workplaces in New Zealand.

They are now calling on Local Government to help them “Light up loneliness”.

“Imagine if every Mayor and Council across New Zealand helped promote the “Lets End Loneliness” website and made tackling loneliness a priority, using their own local community resources,” says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive.

“It would be a gamechanger. Taking this issue out of the shadows, reducing the stigma and shame, and giving it light is the aim of the campaign” she says.

Social connection is a key factor for healthy, prosperous people, communities, and workplaces, but loneliness in New Zealand is increasing. In the March 2021 quarter 18.4% of New Zealanders felt lonely most, all or some of the time, up from 16.6% in 2018, and 13.9% in 2014.

“Many of us have experienced loneliness at some time in our lives and we know that feels horrible, but it can be addressed and solved. Together we can end loneliness for New Zealanders who feel isolated” says Sam Johnson, Founder and Chief Executive of Student Volunteer Army.

The letsendloneliness.co.nz website provides information on tackling loneliness and where to get help, as well as up-to-date news and research.

“The website is designed as a source of information which also links people to support services. We challenge every Local Council in New Zealand to create a link on their own websites to letsendloneliness.co.nz” says Sam Johnson.

The recent COVID-19 lockdown highlights that everyone can feel isolated and lonely. Catherine Hall, Chief Executive of Alzheimers New Zealand believes everyone should feel safe, supported, loved, and connected.

“Sadly, people often find family, whānau and friends take a step back just when they need them most. We stand alongside our coalition partners and with all New Zealanders, to make sure no one feels alone.”

Help light up loneliness! The campaign is not just for councils. Anyone can create a link to the letsendloneliness.co.nz or post a mention through social media channels to support the ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign.

Together we can end loneliness, one person, one community, one workplace at a time.

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1116 days ago

Prescription Fees during lockdown .?

Stephen from Pakuranga Heights

Hi everyone . Hope you are all well during this lockdown . I need a repeat prescription for my medication. Pakuranga Medical Centre say I need to book a phone consultation to get it ( charged at the normal consult fee . ) I have been on the same medication for 4 years ; no problem . Why do I … View moreHi everyone . Hope you are all well during this lockdown . I need a repeat prescription for my medication. Pakuranga Medical Centre say I need to book a phone consultation to get it ( charged at the normal consult fee . ) I have been on the same medication for 4 years ; no problem . Why do I need to pay for this , as I am otherwise well. My doctor will just just ask how I am , I’ll say fine and then charge me $45 . Is this fair ? What are your thoughts ?
Stephen

1113 days ago

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1113 days ago

The Ultimate Alternative to school!

Vision College

Does your teen disengage at school? At Vision College, we offer the ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

The Ultimate programmes are free and designed for 16-19 year olds who didn’t enjoy school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future. Ultimate offers the… View more
Does your teen disengage at school? At Vision College, we offer the ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

The Ultimate programmes are free and designed for 16-19 year olds who didn’t enjoy school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future. Ultimate offers the opportunity for students to earn NZQA qualifications, credits towards NCEA Level 1 and 2, and explore a range of practical study and career tasters.

We are enrolling now for 2022!

Click here to find out more about Ultimate and to enrol your teen.
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