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772 days ago

North Shore Home and Garden Show NEXT FRIDAY!

North Shore Home & Garden Show

It’s all about ideas! The iconic North Shore Home and Garden Show is back from the 28 – 30 October at Eventfinda Stadium (previously NSEC 17 Silverfield, Wairau Valley). Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many reasons to visit the show with a huge range of … View more
It’s all about ideas! The iconic North Shore Home and Garden Show is back from the 28 – 30 October at Eventfinda Stadium (previously NSEC 17 Silverfield, Wairau Valley). Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many reasons to visit the show with a huge range of exhibitors, featuring everything from featuring Kitchens, Bathrooms, Solar Solutions, Plants, Home Maintenance, Interior Design, Homewares, Artisan Goods and more! You can also enjoy a feature art display from Flagstaff Gallery, showcasing a stunning selection of New Zealand artists. All you need under one roof to get that next home improvement project or new build underway, as well as a fun day out for all of the family where you can enjoy a bite to eat with a variety of food and beverage options.

Save the date in your diaries and connect with local businesses from the 28 – 30 October at the North Shore Home & Garden Show

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 4
Eventfinda Stadium (previously North Shore Events Centre)
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Find out more

772 days ago

Fashion and Thrift Market - Orewa Community Centre

Nikki from Red Beach

Ready for some Spring bargain hunting
Enjoy 45 stalls the Pre-Loved Market
High Street Brands, Retro & Vintage and some designer labels
SAT 05 NOV
9.30am - 2pm
Orewa Community Centre

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775 days ago

Cruise companion

Helen from Red Beach

I’m keen to do a cruise next winter ( my first! ) but none of my friends are free to go with me. So I thought,why not put it out to my neighbours, and see if there’s someone in the same position, who’d like to team up with me : )
I’m thinking of the Pacific Islands, Australia, or maybe … View more
I’m keen to do a cruise next winter ( my first! ) but none of my friends are free to go with me. So I thought,why not put it out to my neighbours, and see if there’s someone in the same position, who’d like to team up with me : )
I’m thinking of the Pacific Islands, Australia, or maybe Asia if it wasn’t too expensive. A cruise of 10 to 14 days duration.
Message me,or my phone number is 027 3066 365.

773 days ago

Whakatāne – Rewind | Connect | Reset

Whakatane District Council

Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.

We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural … View more
Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.

We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural experiences, the outdoor adventure, the eco experiences and so much more. Summer like this? #DiscoverOurLocal
Find out more

773 days ago

STOP TREATING SOIL LIKE DIRT

Yates

Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a … View more
Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a pair of undies to find out how healthy your soil is? Or try a quick “worm count” test, building a “compost jar” (great fun for kids) or do a food waste audit.

Plus we’ve easy to follow steps on how to turn your food scraps & garden waste into fabulous compost.
Find out more

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774 days ago

Plant seeds every month with a subscription from Kings Seeds.

The TV Guide

Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, … View more
Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, 1 year, or 2 year subscription to the TV Guide before 31 October and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win. There are three different subscriptions to choose from to suit your needs; Vegetable seeds, Microgreen seeds, and Sprouting seeds. To view the T&Cs click here.
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774 days ago

"Arts in the Ville" Free Sculpture Workshops - Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens

Adrian from Albany Heights

To help support the Helensville "Arts in the Ville 2022" event happening over Labour weekend, which celebrates the efforts of local artists, we're running 3 x 45 minute workshops presented by a well known sculptor Lang Ea. Apart from learning about the concept for her latest creation… View moreTo help support the Helensville "Arts in the Ville 2022" event happening over Labour weekend, which celebrates the efforts of local artists, we're running 3 x 45 minute workshops presented by a well known sculptor Lang Ea. Apart from learning about the concept for her latest creation POP BANG BOOM! you will be able to help her assemble it.

Booking essential as there are limited spaces available for each session.

Please see attached PDF for more details.

Arts in the Ville 2022.pdf Download View

774 days ago

Homeopathic & Animal Healing Books

Sarndra from Red Beach

Only 1 carton of each available now. Buyer to take whole carton. Valuable books, tapes, journals etc. $10. each carton.

Negotiable

774 days ago

Finally elected: Auckland’s local elections official results declared

The Team from Auckland Council

The final count is in and the results have been officially declared. With special votes now validated and counted, it is confirmed – Wayne Brown is the mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau.

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775 days ago

After School Art Classes

Dil from Red Beach

Creative Art Classes starting 25th October for 8 weeks. Pick between Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. A different project each week.

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775 days ago

Painted fence

The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

It’s easy to transform a tired timber fence into a stylish feature with Resene Lumbersider. Find out how to create your own.

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776 days ago

Sleep Soundly this Spring

Albany Heat Pumps

Keep bedrooms cool with unobtrusive ducted air conditioning.

Pead 50 Ideal for 3 bedrooms from $6,500

We are your local, authorized dealer of Mitsubishi & Fujitsu heat pumps, offering an extensive range of heat pumps at affordable prices to suit your style & comfort

Heat pumps … View more
Keep bedrooms cool with unobtrusive ducted air conditioning.

Pead 50 Ideal for 3 bedrooms from $6,500

We are your local, authorized dealer of Mitsubishi & Fujitsu heat pumps, offering an extensive range of heat pumps at affordable prices to suit your style & comfort

Heat pumps provide a cost effective way to keep your home warm and toasty in winter and cool in summer. We can help you find the best heat pump for your home's unique needs.

After helping hundreds of Auckland homeowners find the right heat pump, we're confident we can help you too.

Contact us today on for a free, no obligation quote
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776 days ago

Family Luncheon

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Advanced Cookery chef students prepared a three course menu for their families.
The menu was an entrée - Scallop, asparagus with brown butter vinaigrette, for the main course - Chicken Saltimbocca served with risotto, fennel and anise oil. The dessert of Mille-feuille with white chocolate … View more
Our Advanced Cookery chef students prepared a three course menu for their families.
The menu was an entrée - Scallop, asparagus with brown butter vinaigrette, for the main course - Chicken Saltimbocca served with risotto, fennel and anise oil. The dessert of Mille-feuille with white chocolate mousse, rhubarb and coconut sorbet.

776 days ago

Update on Local Elections 2022

The Team from Auckland Council

Due to the significant volume of special votes received, Auckland’s local election’s final count and official results will be announced on Saturday 15 October.

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776 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for nasturtium?

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 nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made… View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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