Hobsonville, Auckland

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793 days ago

Ambury Farm Day Cancelled

The Team from Auckland Council

It is with huge disappointment that we are cancelling Ambury Farm Day due to bad weather. We have been looking forward to having everyone back to enjoy this incredible event but unfortunately the weather has not worked for us.
We look forward to seeing you for the Farm Day next year, but do come … View more
It is with huge disappointment that we are cancelling Ambury Farm Day due to bad weather. We have been looking forward to having everyone back to enjoy this incredible event but unfortunately the weather has not worked for us.
We look forward to seeing you for the Farm Day next year, but do come out and visit anytime – the animals are always happy to see visitors.

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793 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
Donate now

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793 days ago

Win 1 of 4 Premium 55” Panasonic 4K TVs worth $2999* each.

The TV Guide

To celebrate the FIFA World Cup, the TV Guide is giving you the chance to upgrade your lounge and impress your friends with a brand new 55” Panasonic 4K TV. Catch all the action with Panasonic’s new Premium LED TV, perfect for watching the FIFA World Cup, your favourite movies, streaming … View moreTo celebrate the FIFA World Cup, the TV Guide is giving you the chance to upgrade your lounge and impress your friends with a brand new 55” Panasonic 4K TV. Catch all the action with Panasonic’s new Premium LED TV, perfect for watching the FIFA World Cup, your favourite movies, streaming services, or classic TV shows.

Pick up a copy of the TV Guide each week between 13 Oct to 9 Nov, find the codeword, and follow the directions to be in to win! Each issue and codeword will be a new chance to win. You’ll have until 15 Nov to enter online or mail in your codeword. To view the T&Cs click here.

The team at the TV Guide

*based on recommended retail price
Find out more

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796 days ago

Auckland Museum's Incredible Rooftop Tour

The Team from Auckland Museum

You’d be surprised at what you might see and learn from the Museum’s rooftop. 🏙️

The Incredible Rooftop Tour is back from next week, running all summer at 10.15am daily and select Tuesday evenings.

Check out the Museum's flag storage, peer into the iconic stained glass ceiling, … View more
You’d be surprised at what you might see and learn from the Museum’s rooftop. 🏙️

The Incredible Rooftop Tour is back from next week, running all summer at 10.15am daily and select Tuesday evenings.

Check out the Museum's flag storage, peer into the iconic stained glass ceiling, enjoy views of Tāmaki Makaurau’s skyline and more.

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795 days ago

Make your own courier box

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Keep daytime deliveries secure with this simple to build box that doubles as a seat painted in Resene Lustacryl. Find out how to create your own.

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795 days ago

7 ways to garden greener

The Warehouse New Zealand

With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices.… View more
With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices. You could grow a few veggies, fruit trees or even some windowsill herbs – all are a small step to living more sustainably, while saving a little money! Check out 7 ways to garden greener with The Warehouse.
Find out more

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795 days ago

North Shore Home and Garden Show NEXT FRIDAY!

North Shore Home & Garden Show

It’s all about ideas! The iconic North Shore Home and Garden Show is back from the 28 – 30 October at Eventfinda Stadium (previously NSEC 17 Silverfield, Wairau Valley). Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many reasons to visit the show with a huge range of … View more
It’s all about ideas! The iconic North Shore Home and Garden Show is back from the 28 – 30 October at Eventfinda Stadium (previously NSEC 17 Silverfield, Wairau Valley). Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many reasons to visit the show with a huge range of exhibitors, featuring everything from featuring Kitchens, Bathrooms, Solar Solutions, Plants, Home Maintenance, Interior Design, Homewares, Artisan Goods and more! You can also enjoy a feature art display from Flagstaff Gallery, showcasing a stunning selection of New Zealand artists. All you need under one roof to get that next home improvement project or new build underway, as well as a fun day out for all of the family where you can enjoy a bite to eat with a variety of food and beverage options.

Save the date in your diaries and connect with local businesses from the 28 – 30 October at the North Shore Home & Garden Show

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 4
Eventfinda Stadium (previously North Shore Events Centre)
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Find out more

796 days ago

Don Buck Honey - bees wax blocks

Christopher from Massey

I now sell beeswax blocks, made from the wax scrapings from my honey production. Filtered and clean, 100% beeswax.

Bees wax is popular for making polishes, balms, candles, and food wraps (as a reusable alternative to plastic cling wraps) etc.
Blocks weigh around 250g. I'm selling these for… View more
I now sell beeswax blocks, made from the wax scrapings from my honey production. Filtered and clean, 100% beeswax.

Bees wax is popular for making polishes, balms, candles, and food wraps (as a reusable alternative to plastic cling wraps) etc.
Blocks weigh around 250g. I'm selling these for $13 each, and fit in with the usual discounts I do for buying honey (i.e. the mix&match discount for orders of 4+).

Make your order from my online Don Buck Honey store, you can opt to pickup and pay cash if you like: donbuckhoney.co.nz...

Price: $13

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796 days ago

Have you met the volunteers at Addington Farm?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

These amazing community gardeners are finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about their great work (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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796 days ago

Smartsizing Your Future

Keith Park Retirement Village

Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.

If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on … View more
Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.

If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on maintenance and chores you’ll have more time to create a life full of enjoyment and meaning.

These webinars will offer insight into how you can make this happen.

Join us to hear from experts in their field as they offer insight into how you can achieve this.

Understanding the property market - Presented by Shane Cortese on Monday 14 November, 3:30pm.

Smart home technology - Presented by Grant Sidaway on Tuesday 15 November, 3:30pm.

Downsizing your way to a richer, happier life - Presented by Peter Walsh on Wednesday 16 November, 3:30pm.

These informative presentations are not to be missed, to find out more or to register click below.

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796 days ago

Canterbury Tasting

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Fantastic tasting and catch-up with the new and ‘old’ or established faces of Canterbury wine.

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796 days ago

Become an SPCA Foster Hero!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, over 10,000 felines will come into SPCA’s care nationwide. Most of them will need some time in a foster home to heal, learn and grow.

Please help us give these babies the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today! No … View more
Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, over 10,000 felines will come into SPCA’s care nationwide. Most of them will need some time in a foster home to heal, learn and grow.

Please help us give these babies the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today! No matter if you work full-time; have pets, kids or flatmates; can only commit for a few weeks or are new to caring for animals – everyone can foster.

We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

Sign up today and save a life: www.spca.nz...

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796 days ago

Pams products recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling a selection of its Pams brand sprouts with salmonella being discovered as a result of routine testing.

While New Zealand Food Safety has not received any notification of associated illness, these products have now been removed from shelves at New World, … View more
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling a selection of its Pams brand sprouts with salmonella being discovered as a result of routine testing.

While New Zealand Food Safety has not received any notification of associated illness, these products have now been removed from shelves at New World, Pak'n Save, and Four Square stores throughout the North Island.

New Zealand Food Safety deputy director general Vincent Arbuckle says "As is our usual practice, New Zealand Food Safety will be working with Foodstuffs to understand how the contamination occurred and prevent its recurrence."

What you need to know:
- The recall includes Pam's 100g punnets of Alfalfa Sprouts, Salad Sprouts, Sandwich Selection Sprouts, and Spicy Sprouts Combo - all with a use-by date of 4 November 2022.
- Affected product should not be eaten, but can be returned to place of purchase for a refund.
- Salmonella poisoning can be serious, especially for people vulnerable to illness, including the very young, the elderly, the pregnant, and those with compromised immune systems.

If you have consumed these products and have health concerns, contact your health professional or call Health Line: 0800 61 11 16.

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797 days ago

Have you met Wendy Zhou? She's helped saved more than 350,000kg of food

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Wendy Zhou is one of the finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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797 days ago

Nutty Scientists After School

Jasmin Wang from Nutty Scientists Auckland

We started our After School Programme with Sherwood Brownsbay, the kids are so engaging, we still have limited spaces left in Albany, Hobsonville Point and Silverdale .
Don’t miss out ~

Follow us on Facebook ^*^ #Nutty Scientists Auckland#

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