Otahuhu, Auckland

1190 days ago

Nominations open for Iconic Eats Auckland 2021

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Stuck at home in lockdown and dreaming of the day when you can enjoy a meal out again?

Well Aucklanders are being asked to share their food stories and nominate the region’s best dishes.

The Iconic Eats Auckland list launched last year with nominations ranging from dishes found at fine … View more
Stuck at home in lockdown and dreaming of the day when you can enjoy a meal out again?

Well Aucklanders are being asked to share their food stories and nominate the region’s best dishes.

The Iconic Eats Auckland list launched last year with nominations ranging from dishes found at fine dining establishments to cafes, food trucks, markets and hole-in-the-wall offerings.

Winners ranged from traditional dishes to those representing the ethnic diversity of the region.

Auckland Unlimited spokesperson Annie Dundas said Iconic Eats is the “ultimate culinary bucket list” of dishes that can only be enjoyed in Auckland.

“What makes this list unique is the amazing stories submitted with each dish that showcases the diversity of Auckland’s food scene – the talented people, the places, the cultures, the experiences, the flavours,” she said.

One person who submits a story will be declared the winner of Iconic Auckland Eats 2021 and enjoy vouchers for all 100 winning eats.

Nominations are now open and stories can be submitted at www.iconiceats.co.nz... up to 31 August 2021.

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1186 days ago

More ways for feedback

Eke Panuku

Kia ora,Talofa lava, Malo e lelei, Namaste, Sat srī akāl,

Have your say on the future of Old Papatoetoe during lockdown!

Take part in an online feedback session, register here: https://bit.ly/oldpapsignup

Or if you’d prefer, complete a self-directed workshop here: … View more
Kia ora,Talofa lava, Malo e lelei, Namaste, Sat srī akāl,

Have your say on the future of Old Papatoetoe during lockdown!

Take part in an online feedback session, register here: https://bit.ly/oldpapsignup

Or if you’d prefer, complete a self-directed workshop here: https://bit.ly/3sVoUUJ.
Register now

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1186 days ago

What are you growing now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're looking for lockdown gardening ideas! With New Zealanders stuck at home everyone is keen to get into their gardens, but they can't get to the shops to buy plants and seeds. So we want to hear from you some suggestions for crops you can start or sow from what you … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're looking for lockdown gardening ideas! With New Zealanders stuck at home everyone is keen to get into their gardens, but they can't get to the shops to buy plants and seeds. So we want to hear from you some suggestions for crops you can start or sow from what you have on hand or useful gardening hacks using just what you have at home already without going to the shops.

It doesn't have to be a big idea - just something like growing spring onions from the base or sprouting avocado seeds to make a houseplant. Send your tips and ideas to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz and we'll publish the best ideas in NZ Gardener.

Make sure you include your full name and address - only your name and the region you live in will be published but if we use your tip we will send you a free copy of the magazine.

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1212 days ago

Run over black tabby cat

Anna Elizabeth from Otahuhu

Hi neighbours.
Just wondering if anyone knows or have seen the black tabby cat that was run over at the top of Beatty street today?
My husband saw it and thought it might have been ours but it was hard to tell due to the injuries.
We went back to check this afternoon but it was gone.
It was … View more
Hi neighbours.
Just wondering if anyone knows or have seen the black tabby cat that was run over at the top of Beatty street today?
My husband saw it and thought it might have been ours but it was hard to tell due to the injuries.
We went back to check this afternoon but it was gone.
It was last on the berm of Beatty lodge.
If anyone has buried it or knows where it might be, please let us know.
021 155 9363

Many thanks
Anna

1189 days ago

Recipe: Chocolate Cake

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This is a simple home-made lockdown, comfort recipe.
Rich in chocolate, moist, fluffy with the perfect amount of sweetness prepared by our Cookery, Advanced student Sam at home during the August Lockdown 2021.

1187 days ago

Planning what to grow? Put these new varieties on your to-plant list!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Here's our list of the best new-release varieties of edible plants to grow this season.

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1187 days ago

Auckland apprenticeship opportunities

Competenz

Hey Auckland! We have some more awesome job opportunities available for you!
Check them out below for your chance to earn while you learn.
Print Bindery Apprentice
Print Apprenticeship
Heavy Fabrication Apprentice
Light Fabrication - Furniture
Apprentice Saw Doctor

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1194 days ago

Covid ends Light Rail live consultation

Todd Niall Reporter from Manukau Courier

Kia ora Neighbours, if you were planning to find out about Light Rail at one of the remaining community meetings, too late. They have been cancelled due to Covid. Should the consultation have been delayed? Read the story below:

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1194 days ago

Want a laugh?

Carissa from Papatoetoe

There's a "Part loaf of bread" selling on Trade Me. No longer needed as seller now eats toilet paper. The questions and answers are hilarious. Reserve met.

1190 days ago

Covid-19

Derek from Papatoetoe

When your cat is in lock down and all she does is watch tv Bonnie in Papatoetoe

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1189 days ago

Bring your ideas to life in 2022

Manukau Institute of Technology

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Our pracitcal hands-on learning and industry placements lead to real skills, for real jobs, in the real world.

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1189 days ago

Parts of country to go to Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View more
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.

Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.

To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.

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1190 days ago

Playing up plywood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lunn Ave

With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.

Find out how to create your own.

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