Maraetai, Auckland

1418 days ago

Fragrant Chicken Salad, Pork Loin & Poached pear

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our kitchen is bustling with activity today as the Level 4 Advanced cookery students prepare the first of three practical final assessments. Entree: Fragrant chicken salad made from tender chicken breast, chiffonade cabbage, onions and aromatic herbs of mint & coriander. Main Course: Pork Loin … View moreOur kitchen is bustling with activity today as the Level 4 Advanced cookery students prepare the first of three practical final assessments. Entree: Fragrant chicken salad made from tender chicken breast, chiffonade cabbage, onions and aromatic herbs of mint & coriander. Main Course: Pork Loin with sauce Madeira, onion carrots & Pommes Boulangère. Dessert: Pear, poached in red wine infused with cloves and cinnamon, Crème anglaise.

1424 days ago

Poll: Did you know old rice could make you sick?

New Zealand Food Safety

Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View more
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety
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Did you know old rice could make you sick?
  • 86% Yes I’m always careful
    86% Complete
  • 14% No I thought rice doesn’t go bad
    14% Complete
2996 votes
1420 days ago

Enjoy summer at Auckland Botanic Gardens

The Team from Auckland Council

Garden inspiration, music, an exhibition and heaps of fun for everyone. Bring a picnic, spend the day!

1419 days ago

MPI cocktail onion product recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd has recalled a batch of its branded cocktail onions due to the possible presence of glass fragments.

The Ministry for Primary Industries has stated that there has been no reports of associated injury.

What you need to know:

- The product was sold at the following … View more
Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd has recalled a batch of its branded cocktail onions due to the possible presence of glass fragments.

The Ministry for Primary Industries has stated that there has been no reports of associated injury.

What you need to know:

- The product was sold at the following stores in Northland:
New World Kerikeri
New World Onerahi
Four Square Mangawhai

- The product was sold at the following stores in Auckland:
New World Albany
New World Browns Bay
New World Devonport
New World Green Bay
New World Hobsonville
New World Kumeu
New World Milford
New World Mt Roskill
New World New Lynn
New World Papakura
New World Pukekohe
New World Southmall
New World Waiuku
New World Warkworth
New World Whangaparaoa
Pak’n Save Albany
Pak’n Save Sylvia Park

Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Those with further questions are encouraged to contact Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd on 0800 33 56 24.

For more information about the recall, head through to the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1420 days ago

Don’t miss Tutus on Tour!

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to bring Tutus on Tour to the Theatre Royal Nelson in 2021.

See the dancers perform their favourite works, tailor-made for intimate venues, and suitable for all ages. Tutus on Tour is a fantastic opportunity to see your critically-acclaimed national … View more
The Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to bring Tutus on Tour to the Theatre Royal Nelson in 2021.

See the dancers perform their favourite works, tailor-made for intimate venues, and suitable for all ages. Tutus on Tour is a fantastic opportunity to see your critically-acclaimed national ballet company. With just two shows on March 1st and 2nd, and tickets priced at just $27-$37 for adults ($12-$22 children) this is guaranteed to sell fast.
Book now!

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1420 days ago

Awanuiārangi Orientation Day 2021!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Tāmaki Makaurau Campus Orientation

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi will be hosting an orientation day at our Tāmaki Makaurau Campus on Monday 22nd February for our Auckland students.

This is an opportunity to visit our Manukau campus, meet our staff and support services and your fellow … View more
Tāmaki Makaurau Campus Orientation

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi will be hosting an orientation day at our Tāmaki Makaurau Campus on Monday 22nd February for our Auckland students.

This is an opportunity to visit our Manukau campus, meet our staff and support services and your fellow students.

If you are still considering study options for 2021, we also welcome you to attend our orientation event.

Our campus is located at Building 1, 19 Lambie Drive, Manukau. Nau mai, haere mai!

You can find out more about our programmes here.
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1420 days ago

Info sessions

Manukau Institute of Technology

Put your plans in place and start studying in February.

Come and see us at one of our info sessions. We can work with you to come up with a study plan that gets you from where you are, to where you want to be.

At MIT we have a place for everyone, including a range of open entry programmes. … View more
Put your plans in place and start studying in February.

Come and see us at one of our info sessions. We can work with you to come up with a study plan that gets you from where you are, to where you want to be.

At MIT we have a place for everyone, including a range of open entry programmes. You might also be eligible for one of our free* study options.

Don't delay. Demand for our February intake is high.
Learn more

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1425 days ago

NZ's friendliest regions and towns

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, … View more
Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Paihia and Twizel.
We'd be really keen to hear your thoughts on this based on your own travels around New Zealand. Do you think Canterbury is NZ's most welcoming region? And are these our most welcoming towns?
Where in NZ have you been made to feel particularly welcome on your travels?
As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it to be included in an article. Cheers.

1421 days ago

Free composting workshops

The Team from Auckland Council

Food scraps and garden waste make up about half of the household rubbish going to landfill, where it pollutes and gives off greenhouse gas. Composting returns valuable nutrients to the soil, giving you a healthy, thriving garden.

Compost Collective runs workshops across Auckland so you can find… View more
Food scraps and garden waste make up about half of the household rubbish going to landfill, where it pollutes and gives off greenhouse gas. Composting returns valuable nutrients to the soil, giving you a healthy, thriving garden.

Compost Collective runs workshops across Auckland so you can find the right composting system for you; whether you’re in an apartment or have a few acres of land.

Composting is easy, find everything you need to get started at compostcollective.org.nz including discounts!
Learn more

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1421 days ago

💖 Love Where You Live - February 1st to 28th 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View more
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, collaborating on a mural, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more beautiful and enjoyable for everyone.

Share your tips, projects, photos and experiences with us by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us at:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1425 days ago

Don’t miss your collection day

The Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Anniversary is just around the corner. Please remember all council kerbside collections will be collected one day later than normal.

Remember all rubbish, recycling bins and bags and food scraps bins (if applicable) are to be placed out before 7am on your collection day.

All collections… View more
Auckland Anniversary is just around the corner. Please remember all council kerbside collections will be collected one day later than normal.

Remember all rubbish, recycling bins and bags and food scraps bins (if applicable) are to be placed out before 7am on your collection day.

All collections will return to normal on 15 February 2021.

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1424 days ago

Come along to Acacia Cove Sales Seminar

Acacia Cove Village

Join in Acacia Cove Sales Seminar on the 3rd February 2021, at 131 Wattle Road, Wattle Downs, Auckland.

For those who appreciate the tranquillity of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green and gym.

Whether you choose… View more
Join in Acacia Cove Sales Seminar on the 3rd February 2021, at 131 Wattle Road, Wattle Downs, Auckland.

For those who appreciate the tranquillity of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green and gym.

Whether you choose to live in a villa or one of our luxurious apartments, you’ll have the security of a 24 hour, fully monitored emergency call system built-in.

If you’re aged 60 or over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

All are welcome to this FREE seminar.
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1424 days ago

REFLECTION

Yvonne from The Real Life Coach Ltd

Here's a great message from Jim Rohn, an entrepreneur, leader and great coach:

Your level of success will seldom exceed your level of personal development, because success is something you attract by the person you become.

Have a safe, happy, relaxing weekend, everyone!

1424 days ago

Poll: Do you wash chicken before cooking?

New Zealand Food Safety

Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any … View more
Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any pink meat in the centre.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety.
Find out more

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Do you wash chicken before cooking?
  • 36% Yes I thought washing cleans it
    36% Complete
  • 64% No Chicken shouldn’t be washed
    64% Complete
125 votes
1426 days ago

Book list makes summer reading a breeze

The Team from Auckland Council

Summer’s not summer without sand between the pages of a good book, or sunscreen blurring the screen on your phone or ebook reader.

Auckland’s 55 libraries have curated their Top 100 list of titles into ten tempting categories, especially for summer 2021.

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