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🌟 2025 Keynote Speaker Announcement 🌟
We are thrilled to announce this year’s keynote speaker for Books, Bagels & Banter 2025!
OPENING EVENT SPEAKER – FRIDAY 23rd MAY
Kennedy Warne
Co-founder of New Zealand Geographic in 1988 and editor for 15 years, Kennedy has authored over … View more🌟 2025 Keynote Speaker Announcement 🌟
We are thrilled to announce this year’s keynote speaker for Books, Bagels & Banter 2025!
OPENING EVENT SPEAKER – FRIDAY 23rd MAY
Kennedy Warne
Co-founder of New Zealand Geographic in 1988 and editor for 15 years, Kennedy has authored over five books. His latest, Soundings: Diving for Stories in the Beckoning Sea, chronicles his underwater adventures as a National Geographic reporter. Kennedy is also the outdoors and environment correspondent for RNZ’s Nine to Noon, presenting the segment Off the Beaten Track. In addition to his work for adults, Kennedy has written two children’s books in collaboration with illustrator Heather Hunt – The Cuckoo and the Warbler and It’s My Egg: And You Can’t Have It. He also contributes to the Māori-Pasifika magazine e-Tangata.
Join us for an evening with Kennedy as he shares his stories and insights.
🎟️ Reserve your place at events.humanitix.com/books-bagels-banter
📅 Friday 23rd May, 6pm
SUNDAY 25th MAY – 9.30am service
Glynn Cardy: Glynn has been a church minister for over 40 years, including Vicar of St Andrew’s from 1993 to 2004. He has written regularly for newspapers and magazines on spirituality and has published three books, including his latest, Pinches of Wisdom, which Glynn will discuss at the 9.30am service on Sunday 25th May.
👉 #BooksBagelsBanter #EpsomEvents #AucklandBookFair #KennedyWarne #BooksAndBagels #NZGeographic #NZAuthor #RNZ
🏃♀️ The countdown is on—only one week until the school holidays begin!
Not leaving Auckland for the April Holidays? Don’t miss out on our action-packed programmes!
Choose from: Multi-activity fun with fresh themed activities every day, including a trip to the Odysseum sensory … View more🏃♀️ The countdown is on—only one week until the school holidays begin!
Not leaving Auckland for the April Holidays? Don’t miss out on our action-packed programmes!
Choose from: Multi-activity fun with fresh themed activities every day, including a trip to the Odysseum sensory maze🏐 Netball skills for all levels ⚡ Or combine them both for the ultimate holiday experience!
Held in at Windmill Park, Mt Eden
Spots are filling up fast—secure your child’s place today before it’s too late! 🎉😱
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The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards are back! We're looking for local businesses that have stood out over the last 12 months - and by nominating a business in your community you could win some incredible prizes. Got an amazing mechanic? Know a super friendly pharmacist? Maybe you're … View moreThe Prospa Local Business Hero Awards are back! We're looking for local businesses that have stood out over the last 12 months - and by nominating a business in your community you could win some incredible prizes. Got an amazing mechanic? Know a super friendly pharmacist? Maybe you're gatekeeping a fab hairdresser. But it's time to spill!
Champion the incredible local businesses that make our New Zealand Neighbourhoods special by nominating them to be the 2025 Prospa Local Business Hero.
Nominations are now open – nominate your Local Business Hero now.
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View moreOur experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍
✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
Adele Graham from Beachville
Jewel Lopez from Lincoln
Jimmy Virdi from Hamilton
Moira McGivern from Massey
… View moreAdele Graham from Beachville
Jewel Lopez from Lincoln
Jimmy Virdi from Hamilton
Moira McGivern from Massey
You've each won a $100 grocery voucher (eg. New World, Woolworths, Pak n Save) to spend as you please. Contact us here to claim your prize.
Not on the list? Check back next week to see if you're next week's winner!
Bamboo Coat Rack with wheels. Good condition except one part has a child's writing and colouring that somehow cannot be removed. If you position the rack on one side, you cannot see the marks. Similar one is sold at Storage Box for $159.99. Pick up Morningside.
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View moreWe've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.
Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!
Coal Range Baking at Highwic
Watch as our volunteers recreate traditional Victorian recipes as well as modern favourites on the Shacklock coal range in the Highwic kitchen, built in the 1870s. You might even get to taste the final product!
Due to issues with the coal range the session on … View moreCoal Range Baking at Highwic
Watch as our volunteers recreate traditional Victorian recipes as well as modern favourites on the Shacklock coal range in the Highwic kitchen, built in the 1870s. You might even get to taste the final product!
Due to issues with the coal range the session on Wednesday 2nd of April has been cancelled.
When: First Wednesday of the month:
Wednesday 7 May
Wednesday 4 June
Wednesday 2 July
Wednesday 6 August
Wednesday 3 September
Wednesday 1 October
Wednesday 5 November
Wednesday 3 December
Time: 11am – 12.30pm
Cost: Normal entry: Adults $10, Children free
Free for HNZPT Members
Dear All,
The music classes for adults and kids are happening in Sandringham. This is an Indian music thought in contemporary style. We have regular and crash courses for various instruments like piano, guitar and flute along with vocal training. Feel free to contact us @ 02108427540.
Free couch
Pick up from 22 Sherwood Ave, Grey Lynn
Must be collected by Sunday 6 April as moving house
No holds, first in gets it!
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View moreHello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔
Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩
🍁Prepare for an action-packed April school holidays with The Village Square Trust!
From exciting activates to hands on crafts, our Autumn School Holiday Programme offers two weeks of fun, adventure, and creativity for your little ones. 🍂🎨🌳
🍁Get ready for an action-packed April school holiday with The Village Square Trust!🎨 Let your little one's imaginations run wild and their smiles shine as they dive into a world of fun, creativity, and adventure 🌳🍂
Enrolments are now open for Term 2 classes and activities at Parnell Community Centre! 😍
Sign up today to secure your place in your favourite classes or learn something new in a fun and supportive environment!
🔗 villagesquare.org.nz/enrol
Term 2 classes start on Monday 28 April at … View moreEnrolments are now open for Term 2 classes and activities at Parnell Community Centre! 😍
Sign up today to secure your place in your favourite classes or learn something new in a fun and supportive environment!
🔗 villagesquare.org.nz/enrol
Term 2 classes start on Monday 28 April at Parnell Community Centre, 545 Parnell Road, Parnell.
For more information visit our website, check out our digital brochure using the link below, or contact our class coordinator, Abigail, at community@villagesquare.org.nz
Digital Brochure: villagesquare.org.nz...
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Whether she’s passionate about gardening, inspired by beautiful homes, or loves to keep up with the latest entertainment, you’ll find the perfect match at
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