Onehunga, Auckland

How much did your mayoral favourite spend?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, the details are out on how much the mayoral candidates spent in their election campaigns, and where that money came from. The social agency trust which John Tamihere heads, put $100,000 towards his half million dollar campaign. What do you think ? Read the story below:

School holiday programmes designed with fun!

The Mind Lab

We have cleverly disguised learning as fun, just like you hide the veggies in the lasagne.

We also set ourselves an internal challenge: to structure a new holiday programme every holiday; and never to create a programme that we weren't interested in doing ourselves.

That’s why your … View moreWe have cleverly disguised learning as fun, just like you hide the veggies in the lasagne.

We also set ourselves an internal challenge: to structure a new holiday programme every holiday; and never to create a programme that we weren't interested in doing ourselves.

That’s why your kids love it here: because our team is as engaged, interested and new to it as your kids are. We’re all in it together exploring creativity, fun, mess, play - and learn without knowing it.

Bonus!

Bookings are now open for December 2019 and January 2020
Suitable for ages 7-12 Book now

Auckland ferry passengers to get free bus or train ride included in fares

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Cheaper travel is on the way for ferry users who need a train or bus to get to the terminal. By Apr…

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Holiday Programme before Christmas

Debra Moore from Ambury Park Centre Inc

Hello our holiday programme has changed its dates - Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th & Friday 20th December 9am - 3pm

Would you like your 8 - 15 year old to participate in a locally based horse riding programme? Ambury Park Centre based in Mangere Bridge is offering a three day horse programme … View moreHello our holiday programme has changed its dates - Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th & Friday 20th December 9am - 3pm

Would you like your 8 - 15 year old to participate in a locally based horse riding programme? Ambury Park Centre based in Mangere Bridge is offering a three day horse programme that includes riding, horse management & horsemanship. The course gives children a taste of what it is like to own their own horse & the opportunity to have fun with other like-minded children. Introduce your child to horse riding with experienced equine instructors through fun & learning. Open to all, from total beginners to more experienced riders.
Book for one, two or all three days. Helmets are provided. No experience necessary. $95 per rider per day.

Contact: Debra at the office : office@amburyparkcentre.org.nz or Phone: 6340763 then select 0. Ambury is situated on the picturesque Ambury Regional Park in Mangere Bridge easily accessed via the motorway systems.
Bring: Lunch, drink, boots / sturdy shoes, sunscreen

Sex offender drugged teens before abusing them

Edward Gay Reporter from Central Leader

A man preyed on vulnerable young teenagers by giving them drugs before sexually abusing them, a cour…

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Six jailed for importing meth in umbrella stands

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

Six people have been jailed after attempting to import millions of dollars worth of methamphetamine,…

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Recipe: Shortbread

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Looking for a Christmas Special Recipe? Try baking our delicious easy Shortbread recipe.

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This classic shortbread recipe is based on one from Edmond's Cookbook and is great to get the kids started on. Most shortbread recipes use caster sugar but I find that beginner cooks have … View moreLooking for a Christmas Special Recipe? Try baking our delicious easy Shortbread recipe.

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This classic shortbread recipe is based on one from Edmond's Cookbook and is great to get the kids started on. Most shortbread recipes use caster sugar but I find that beginner cooks have greater success using icing sugar which is quick to cream.

Ingredients
225 g Butter, cut into cubes

225 g Flour

125 g Cornflour

125 g Icing sugar


Check out the full recipe on the link below.

Millennials aren't wasting money on lattes: Boomers drink more coffee on average, survey finds

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Millennials have a reputation for wasting their money on lattes, but a survey shows baby boomers act…

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Garage Sale 14/12/19

Tania from Ellerslie

Garage sale - heaps of womans plus size clothing
Freezer
Beer Fridge
Household goods
11 Rockfield Road,
Ellerslie

Negotiable

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Antarctica as you’ve never seen it before!

The Team from Auckland Museum

Hey Aucklanders, are you looking for fun activities for the family this summer? Look no further, we have you covered!

We are proud to present The Antarctica VR Experience, direct from sold-out seasons in Australia, just in time for the holidays.

Travel to Antarctica using the latest … View moreHey Aucklanders, are you looking for fun activities for the family this summer? Look no further, we have you covered!

We are proud to present The Antarctica VR Experience, direct from sold-out seasons in Australia, just in time for the holidays.

Travel to Antarctica using the latest 360-degree virtual reality technology and follow in the footsteps of the scientists researching this mysterious continent. Explore Antarctica from a helicopter cockpit and cruise through icy waters to meet a penguin colony.

This is Antarctica as you’ve never seen it before!

On daily for a limited time from 21 December 2019. Book today, as spaces within each session are limited. Book today

Halal Expo This saturday

Andrea from Mangere

Dear Neighbours,

you are welcome to join us this saturday, lots of food, henna, calligraphy or just come hang out! 10.30-3.30 @ Mt Albert Senior Citizen Hall..

New Year's Eve: Auckland's biggest-ever street closures for revellers

Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

New Year's Eve revellers in downtown Auckland will have more streets than ever to party on without h…

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Free King Size Bed

Wayne from One Tree Hill

Hi All,

We have a King Size bed that is 15 years old free to anyone that has a use for it, we are having a well overdue upgrade and would like to gift it rather than head to to the dump. Smoke and pet free from the time we purchased it. The bed does need to go in the next 24 to 48 hours to make … View moreHi All,

We have a King Size bed that is 15 years old free to anyone that has a use for it, we are having a well overdue upgrade and would like to gift it rather than head to to the dump. Smoke and pet free from the time we purchased it. The bed does need to go in the next 24 to 48 hours to make room. Pick up is One Tree Hill and unfortunately we cannot deliver.
Kindest
Wayne

Free

Auckland woman charged with murder of Brendon Hamilton named

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

A woman accused of murdering a 21-year-old man can now be named as Rikki-Lee Simeon. Brendon Hamilt…

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