Mount Albert, Auckland

Odd questions people from overseas ask about NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ … View moreHi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ is a state of Australia (see below). Have you ever been asked anything surprising about NZ? Feel free to message me or comment below. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in the article. Thanks very much for your help and happy travels.

Brilliant boards

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Transform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured… View moreTransform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured lines or a paint-brush riot – anything goes!

Find out how to create your own.

Over dealing with SLOW internet?!

The Team from NZ Compare

Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing … View moreNow, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing your favourite video games, Hyperfibre is going to give you the smoothest experience possible.

Feel the need for speed? Hyperfibre has launched on Broadband Compare. Go check it out now and see if it's right for you!

Handpainted unique Easter greeting cards

Tania from Point Chevalier

All painted by hand, original Easter inspired greeting cards by local Point Chevalier artist.

$5 each or three cards for $12

Contact Tania at
artpoint.nz@gmail.com

Price: $5

Take your pick in EPSOM

Vicki Freemantle Reporter from Homed - Central Homes

Check out the details in this week's Homed - Central Homes


HOMED - CENTRAL HOMES - LATEST ISSUE OUT NOW

SELLING YOUR HOME?
Contact your preferred Real Estate Agent to get your property featured in the Homed - Central Homes

Distribution & Delivery:
- 75,700 copies delivered free to … View moreCheck out the details in this week's Homed - Central Homes


HOMED - CENTRAL HOMES - LATEST ISSUE OUT NOW

SELLING YOUR HOME?
Contact your preferred Real Estate Agent to get your property featured in the Homed - Central Homes

Distribution & Delivery:
- 75,700 copies delivered free to letterboxes (including those that say "No Junk Mail") and Real Estate offices every Wednesday / Thursday inside select copies of the Central Leader & East & Bays Courier

For more information:
- Please ask your agent to contact Michael Sherwin on 027 296 3305 or michael.sherwin@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000, choose option 7 or go to www.fixmydelivery.co.nz... or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

Every Mathematic session comes with '100% money back Guarantee of Satisfaction'

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"I have been doing Maths for a year now and my progress in Maths has rapidly gotten stronger. I am really thankful for the support EMT. I am really proud of my work and I know a lot more strategies for math problems. Thank you EMT!!"?

Extreme temperatures test housing materials!

Climate Insights

More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our … View moreMore than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our residential property report for insight into your property’s potential risks in the future!

April 2022 School Holidays Activities at Sandringham Community Centre

Programme Co-ordinator from Sandringham Community Centre

We are having our annual school holidays activities for the April 2022 break. We are celebrating Easter and ANZAC themes with arts & crafts, cooking, movies , games and dance at the centre . Dates are highlighted in our flyer. All children are welcome.

Craft Fair at Sandringham Community Centre

Programme Co-ordinator from Sandringham Community Centre

Come and join us at the Craft Fair at Sandringham Community Centre on Friday 8th April 2022 from 9am-1pm. All stallholders welcome. Tables are FREE. Promoting Easter knitted toys and gifts for children and families, crochet, craft, embroidery, gift bags, candles, oils, pot plants and morning tea … View moreCome and join us at the Craft Fair at Sandringham Community Centre on Friday 8th April 2022 from 9am-1pm. All stallholders welcome. Tables are FREE. Promoting Easter knitted toys and gifts for children and families, crochet, craft, embroidery, gift bags, candles, oils, pot plants and morning tea available at a small cost. You are all very welcome.

Annual Budget 2022/2023

The Team from Auckland Council

Last chance to have your say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023!
The 3 key issues are:
- Climate
- Budget pressures
- Waste service standardisation

The consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 28 March 2022.

Find out more information and Have Your Say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023 by … View moreLast chance to have your say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023!
The 3 key issues are:
- Climate
- Budget pressures
- Waste service standardisation

The consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 28 March 2022.

Find out more information and Have Your Say on our Annual Budget 2022/2023 by clicking on 'Read More'.

#AKHaveYourSay

A gift from us

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

When you book an in-person appointment you can be reassured that we have all Covid-safe protocols in place. If you prefer, we can arrange an online appointment. Contact us today to book a time that suits you.

World Maths Day

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

Whether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the … View moreWhether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the overall stress involved in succeeding. But don’t let that be intimidating!

World Maths Day is a chance to test your skills, practice maths, and get involved in a worldwide event that celebrates the history of maths to improve the lives of students, parents, and teachers everywhere.

An update on our awesome team in the Ukraine

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in … View moreNZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in Ukraine and are in daily meetings with our staff to confirm their safety and well-being.

Our wonderful developers are facing a climate of unpredictability, we felt it was our responsibility to ensure you, our wonderful Neighbours were both aware and understanding that this environment may cause delays to the many projects we have in the works for 2022.

To show support of our brilliant team, we have temporarily changed our logo on our NZ Compare website. WHICH has also been recently refreshed and looking better than ever thanks to this very team! Go check it out!

Do you have a great walnut recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for walnut recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before March 28, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

Agitator please

Klaas from Mount Albert

Wanted,

Old style wringer washing machine AGITATOR please anyone.

Please see included photo. Current machine given up the ghost and are now trying to revive the old one..

Thanks in advance.  :)