Oratia, Auckland

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1610 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Waikanae Beach Four Square!

Prospa

Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View more
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."

"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"

"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
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1610 days ago

We’re here!

Nido

Hello Westies!

After 19 months of construction, the big blue building, Nido is finally (half) open!

Our founder, Vinod Kumar has been a retailer in West Auckland for over 30 years.

Nido is so proud to have made its home in the West. Vinod has already seen and met so many of you in the … View more
Hello Westies!

After 19 months of construction, the big blue building, Nido is finally (half) open!

Our founder, Vinod Kumar has been a retailer in West Auckland for over 30 years.

Nido is so proud to have made its home in the West. Vinod has already seen and met so many of you in the store and we thank you for your support.

Nido is New Zealand’s largest retail store providing Kiwis all they need for their home.

Currently, only Stage 1 is open where you will find homewares, bedding, kitchenware, accessories and more. Stage 2 will boast 100 showrooms of furniture, a cafeteria and even a house!
Visit now

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1612 days ago

Auckland drought: Can you shower in 4 minutes?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?

Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million … View more
The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?

Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million litres of water a day.

Check out the full list of ways to cut down your water use here.

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1610 days ago

Next Glen Eden Probus club meeting

Barrie Lee from The Combined Probus Club of Glen Eden

We welcome all visitors to our next meeting Friday 26 June 2020, Ph Brian (09) 838 5857

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1613 days ago

Should Council contract cleaners wait longer for Living Wage?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Hundreds of low-paid cleaners and security staff who work at council-facilities, but through contractors, had hoped they would be paid the Living Wage this year. Should Council budget cuts delay that? Read the story below:

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1612 days ago

Do you need Specialized Carpet Repairs in your home/office?

Daniel Carter from Carpetworx

Specialized Carpet Repairs! If you have had a wall removed or been abit clumsy and damaged the carpet in your home/office this is a service you may need. Here is a step by step photo showing you all how it is done. Give us a call today and we can help you out. 022 028 1229.

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1611 days ago
1611 days ago

Do you know anything relating to the poisoning of birds in the Waitākere Ranges?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours. Do you know anything about the poisoning of birds found in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park over the weekend? Locals found the birds in an unwell and distressed condition. However, the local possum control contractor was wrongly blamed for it and there were threats made. Anyone … View moreHi neighbours. Do you know anything about the poisoning of birds found in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park over the weekend? Locals found the birds in an unwell and distressed condition. However, the local possum control contractor was wrongly blamed for it and there were threats made. Anyone with details or information relating to the poisoning of these birds can call Auckland Council on 09 301 0101.

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1611 days ago

Nominations for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards are now open!!!

Women of Influence

Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders … View more
Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders and rising stars to bigger and better things.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... more information

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1612 days ago

Just what you need, right nearby

Four Square

Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just … View more
Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just what you need, right nearby.
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1612 days ago

Curtains a mess? We’ll take care of it

The Team from

Hi neighbours, do your curtains need a refresh post lockdown? Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we’ll give them a professional clean for you. Deliver and collect from us once cleaned and receive 20% off the cleaning cost.

Mildew and mould spores have long been recognised… View more
Hi neighbours, do your curtains need a refresh post lockdown? Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we’ll give them a professional clean for you. Deliver and collect from us once cleaned and receive 20% off the cleaning cost.

Mildew and mould spores have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family’s health and have your curtains cleaned by Textile Curtain Services.

We are specialists in mildew and stain removal from curtains and blinds (Roman & Austrian blinds included).

Open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 12pm, for your convenience.
Temporary curtains available at no charge!
Call us on 09 473 5350.
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