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A race on Auckland's Manukau Harbour became a major rescue operation on Sunday night after a sudden …
If you are a creative arts talent - emerging or established - Auckland Council and Creative New Zealand warmly encourage you to apply before applications close on 22 February. Young people under 18 can apply with a signature from their guardian.
An Auckland woman was stunned after she discovered a restaurant had referred to her and her group o…
There's nothing worse than a soggy sammy. The trick to keeping kids interested in eating their lunch (and stopping yourself getting bored making it) is mixing it up with variations on a theme that you know they already love.
So instead of a plain ham and cheese sandwich on sliced bread, … View moreThere's nothing worse than a soggy sammy. The trick to keeping kids interested in eating their lunch (and stopping yourself getting bored making it) is mixing it up with variations on a theme that you know they already love.
So instead of a plain ham and cheese sandwich on sliced bread, try folding slices of ham and cheese into wedges of crunchy baguette or a soft bap. Save time and stress by using Mainland’s convenient sliced cheese – available in Edam, Tasty, Colby and Swiss to suit your family’s taste.
Head to mainland.co.nz for some quick and easy cheesy ideas.
We are refreshing your local newspaper, introducing new columns and making it a livelier read. Whether you are a regular reader of the paper or have not looked at your local community paper in a while, we hope to hear your thoughts on the changes.
If you are willing to share some of your … View moreWe are refreshing your local newspaper, introducing new columns and making it a livelier read. Whether you are a regular reader of the paper or have not looked at your local community paper in a while, we hope to hear your thoughts on the changes.
If you are willing to share some of your valuable time, we are looking for a panel of Aucklanders to come to our Ponsonby office for an hour to give us some feedback from the following groups:
Are you a regular reader of the paper? Friday 22 February, 11am
Not currently a reader? Monday 25 February, 11am
We will provide morning tea and a $50 Prezzy Card for each person attending. Sign up by clicking here.
Ring/text me on 021 1848 707 or email me on sharon.keymer@gmail.com or private message me on here if you want any of these items. =D Anything else pictured but not listed in here, ask me about it, and I can give you the size, price, anything. =D
Cushions are $10 each. They are made from recycled … View moreRing/text me on 021 1848 707 or email me on sharon.keymer@gmail.com or private message me on here if you want any of these items. =D Anything else pictured but not listed in here, ask me about it, and I can give you the size, price, anything. =D
Cushions are $10 each. They are made from recycled clothing fabric and a size 20 Spotlight cushion inner, that's 47cm by 46cm by about 22cm thick at the thickest part. Nice and big and comfortable to lean on in your favourite armchair. =D
Tote bags are $10 each, and are made from upholstery fabric offcuts. They are 52cm long x 45cm high (brown tote bag with white cotton cord handles), 47cm long x 43cm high (orange tote bag with industrial brown tie-down strap handles), 47cm x 43cm (orange with black synthetic cord handles), 46cm long x 41cm high (orange with white cotton cord handles), and 43.5cm long x 39cm high (orange with black and orange handles).
Handbag with black synthetic cord shoulder strap is 39cm long x 30cm high. Fanny pack (52cm x 12.5cm with adjustable webbing strap) is $25, handbag with black webbing (41cm x 26cm) is $15 and the purse (15.5cm x 13cm) is $5. =D ALL made from upholstery fabric offcuts. Brown calfskin handbag is $20. It is 35cm x 25cm x 1.5cm thick.
Pink and black diamond pattern purse (with slightly smaller one inside) is $5, and is 22cm x 14.5cm. Rip Girl wallet is $5, and is 11.5cm x 9.5cm. Doll in toy chest ornament (10cm x 12cm x 9cm) is $5.
Truck window shades are $15 each. They are in as new condition - not used. Each one is 174cm long (when fully stretched out) x 82.5cm high - or 69cm high without the detachable (by velcro) upper parts. Bought off Super Cheap Auto on TradeMe but ended up not needing them (was intending to use them in a greenhouse to reflect light, but not cold enough for that up here).
A special week for occasional chairs!
Those chairs not only for residential houses but also suits all commercial shops, offices and waiting lounge !
Now we are giving special offers for those chairs when u buy two or more! (More you buy ,the better offer you get!)
Please contact us to find out … View moreA special week for occasional chairs!
Those chairs not only for residential houses but also suits all commercial shops, offices and waiting lounge !
Now we are giving special offers for those chairs when u buy two or more! (More you buy ,the better offer you get!)
Please contact us to find out more details!!!
09-8371532, sofa2u@gmail.com
This is such sad news.
He will be missed so much.
Prayers and love to his family and friends.
R.I.P. John 'Cocksy' Cocks
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