503 days ago

Food importers fined $28k for failing to label food allergens properly

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, two Auckland food importers have been fined a total of $28k for not translating food allergen warnings into English.

Tokyo Food Company was sentenced to two charges under the Food Act, while Japan Mart was sentenced to one charge in the Auckland District Court.

Tokyo Food Company was fined $21,000 and Japan Mart was fined $7,000, after being prosecuted by New Zealand Food Safety compliance investigators.

Read the full story at the link below.

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1 day ago

These Riddles Will Test Your IQ 🧠 —Can You Get It Right?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What two keys can’t open any door?

Do you think you know the answer to our riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm.

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1 day ago

Show us your creative backyard build

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!

It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build

It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've created in your backyard.

So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your creation or backyard set up a to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🛝🪴🛖

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2 hours ago

Street Music in Mt Eden Village on Valentine's Day

Frances from Mount Eden

Enjoy some easy-listening Street Music on Valentine’s Day in Mt Eden Village which will be performed by an ensemble from Auckland City Brass. The ensemble will be at 412A Mt Eden Rd (which is outside Truly Wellness, ie, between Pistackio Gelato and Sal's Pizza Mt Eden). The ensemble will perform on Fri 14 Feb between around 7.00pm-8.40pm, with around a 10 minute rest break in the middle of the 90 minute set.

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