Maraetai, Auckland

2448 days ago

Hope is in Manukau!

LIFE

Hope is here. Hope for one and all. Hope for you.

Celebrate Easter at LIFE South in Manukau as we remember the hope-filled story of Easter. Join us on Easter Sunday for a free presentation of the Easter story through music, film, story and dance. Kids' programme available for preschool and… View more
Hope is here. Hope for one and all. Hope for you.

Celebrate Easter at LIFE South in Manukau as we remember the hope-filled story of Easter. Join us on Easter Sunday for a free presentation of the Easter story through music, film, story and dance. Kids' programme available for preschool and primary-aged children.

- Sunday 21 April
- 9am & 11am

LIFE South, 3 Lakewood Ct, Manukau
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2449 days ago

Find out what's good in your hood

Communications Team from Auckland Council

We can see why the locals of Manukau love their Diversity Festival. This is what community and council working together is all about, and one of the reasons why people in Manukau are Living Local and Loving Local. To find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood, head to: … View moreWe can see why the locals of Manukau love their Diversity Festival. This is what community and council working together is all about, and one of the reasons why people in Manukau are Living Local and Loving Local. To find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood, head to: ourauckland.nz/lovelocal
#LiveLoveLocal
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2450 days ago

400 little Kiwis need your help.

The Team from KidsCan Charitable Trust

Hi Neighbours

Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.

KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood … View more
Hi Neighbours

Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.

KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood centres. Attendance is up, and the children are happier and more settled.

"Everyone has the same meal so children don't feel like they have less," Manaia View Kindergarten teacher Kathy Belz says. "It's upholding everyone's mana.”

40 more centres are waiting for help. KidsCan, Stuff and Neighbourly have partnered up to raise enough money to support 1000 more children - and we need 400 more generous Kiwis to hold little hands. To support a child, sign up at KidsCan.org.nz
Support a little Kiwi now

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2450 days ago

Is your car your pride and joy?

Geneva Finance

Are you unhappy with the repayments? Consider refinance and lower your monthly payments with Geneva Finance - Click here to learn more. Apply here

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2450 days ago

Create magic with paper and a potato!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Plants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained … View morePlants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained plant pots you may have in your home. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2451 days ago

Nominations for the Dawn Johnston Koru Award are now open.

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Do you know someone in the local community who has overcome adversity to live a life of serving others?
The Inner Wheel Club of Howick is looking for such a person to present a Dawn Johnston Koru Award to. The inaugural presentation of this award was made last year to Alan Breslau of Half Moon … View more
Do you know someone in the local community who has overcome adversity to live a life of serving others?
The Inner Wheel Club of Howick is looking for such a person to present a Dawn Johnston Koru Award to. The inaugural presentation of this award was made last year to Alan Breslau of Half Moon Bay, who survived a horrific plane crash 56 years ago followed by many years in hospital. The award was based on the Inner Wheel theme for 2017/2018 ‘Leave a Legacy’
The spiral shape of the koru, the emblem of the award, signifies new life, positive change, personal growth, harmony, and above all, hope for the future.
Awardees need to have demonstrated self-awareness, resilience, compassion, and a desire to assist others becoming a full contributor to the community.
This is an Annual Award and the successful recipient needs to be a New Zealand citizen residing in the Pakuranga or Botany electorate area. The award is a Koru Trophy to keep and the book ‘Leaving a Legacy’.
More information can be found at thedawnjohnstonkoruaward.org...
If you knows a person who fits the above criteria and would like to nominate that person, please email Julia Castles at iwhowicksecretary@gmail.com with details.

2452 days ago

Old Holden – New Home!

rethinking.space

rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each … View more
rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each apartment an electric scooter.

We’re also offering a vehicle ‘trade-in’ option to help you get that much closer to owning your own home!

These apartments will be completed by end 2019 and only require a 10% deposit. 1 beds start at $455k & 2 beds at $559k.

Get in touch with any questions or to organise a showroom viewing.

Christiana Ngawati
rethinking.space Sales Consultant
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2453 days ago

Mangrove mission a magnificent obsession

Communications Team from Auckland Council

When the former boatbuilder moved to Waiuku 14 years ago, he was disappointed the estuary behind his house was completely blocked off by a thick wall of mangroves, so he started cutting. Things quickly escalated.

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2452 days ago

Veteran, who took part in anti-racism march, shares life lessons

Mandy Te Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours, a veteran credits his daughter for teaching him the importance of love, empathy and compassion. John Sato, 95, made headlines for taking part in a rally against racism and he recently met Jacinda Ardern. Sato's daughter, Anne, died last year and he said she taught him a … View moreHi neighbours, a veteran credits his daughter for teaching him the importance of love, empathy and compassion. John Sato, 95, made headlines for taking part in a rally against racism and he recently met Jacinda Ardern. Sato's daughter, Anne, died last year and he said she taught him a "great deal". Read the story and watch the video below.

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2452 days ago

58 Anzac Day services cancelled in Auckland

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There would be just 26 services across the region, down from 84 in 2018, Auckland Council has said. Decisions to cancel or consolidate services had been made following discussions with the police and the Returned and Services Association.

Confirmed Anzac Day services are:

Dawn Services
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There would be just 26 services across the region, down from 84 in 2018, Auckland Council has said. Decisions to cancel or consolidate services had been made following discussions with the police and the Returned and Services Association.

Confirmed Anzac Day services are:

Dawn Services
• Wellsford
• Warkworth
• Browns Bay
• Waikumete Cemetery
• Waiheke
• Auckland Domain
• Pukekohe
• Howick
• Papakura
• Manukau Memorial Gardens

Civic Services
• Warkworth
• Browns Bay
• Silverdale
• Waikumete Cemetery
• Onehunga
• Waiheke
• Point Chevalier
• Auckland Domain
• Ōrākei
• Great Barrier Island
• Mt Wellington
• Pukekohe
• Waiuku
• Howick
• Ōtāhuhu
• Papakura

Times and detailed information, including transport services and event locations are still being finalised.

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2452 days ago

Auckland Anzac Day events finalised

Communications Team from Auckland Council

A revised schedule of Anzac Day commemorative events for Auckland has been announced.

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2458 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

You're invited to increase your physical-activity and well-being at Dance Yourself Happy.
You'll be reunited with the joy of dancing for fun and exercise to a mix of pop tracks from across the decades. We do it by switching off the lights. With no instruction, it's really just … View more
You're invited to increase your physical-activity and well-being at Dance Yourself Happy.
You'll be reunited with the joy of dancing for fun and exercise to a mix of pop tracks from across the decades. We do it by switching off the lights. With no instruction, it's really just about letting loose and expressing yourself by embracing your inner daggy-dad-dancing — because who can see you anyway?
Frequency: Weekly
Date: Thursday, 6 June 2019 - Thursday, 28 November 2019
Time: 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Location: All Saints' Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick
Cost: Free

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2452 days ago

How to Grow Flowers: our 75th anniversary special

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Yippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice… View moreYippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice from our archive, complete with vintage wisdom from long-time subscribers, garden clubs and knowledgeable experts. You have until April 14 to get the pre-sale price of $11.90 (25% off retail price). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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