Pakuranga, Auckland

175 days ago

Ngā mihi to our volunteers!

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

🎉 Big Shout Out to all of our CAB Pakuranga and Botany volunteers, especially for National Volunteer Week! 👏

Ngā mihi to all of you!

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197 days ago

Have you got an amazing wood pile?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as … View moreDear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as impressive, or even more so? Send us a photo! Email: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. You could be in to win a Fiskars X36 splitting axe L blade and a Fiskars X14 universal axe. We're looking for wood piles of impressive size or of particular space efficiency or even an artistic vision!

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176 days ago

Proud to be your Most Trusted Brand

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart. Find out more

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176 days ago

Big Shout Out for Tricia!

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

💛 We are now in The Big Shout Out month of June - a nationwide campaign, coordinated by Volunteering New Zealand | Tūao Aotearoa - celebrating just some of our wonderful volunteers who so willingly donate their time, energy and skills to our Botany and Pakuranga bureaus. Thank you to all of our… View more💛 We are now in The Big Shout Out month of June - a nationwide campaign, coordinated by Volunteering New Zealand | Tūao Aotearoa - celebrating just some of our wonderful volunteers who so willingly donate their time, energy and skills to our Botany and Pakuranga bureaus. Thank you to all of our volunteers for their mahi aroha.

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176 days ago

50% OFF ADMISSION!

Howick Historical Village Pakuranga, Auckland from Howick Historical Village

🌟 Celebrate Matariki at the Village! 🌟
Join poet & storyteller Zech Soakai at Puhi nui Homestead for a powerful spoken word journey through the meanings of Matariki across Moana Oceania.

✨ Follow the star trail
🪁 Make a traditional manu tukutuku
🌌 Reflect, connect, and … View more
🌟 Celebrate Matariki at the Village! 🌟
Join poet & storyteller Zech Soakai at Puhi nui Homestead for a powerful spoken word journey through the meanings of Matariki across Moana Oceania.

✨ Follow the star trail
🪁 Make a traditional manu tukutuku
🌌 Reflect, connect, and celebrate

🎟️ 50% OFF all tickets – June 20 only!
Bring your whānau for a magical midwinter day.

Get your tickets here: www.eventfinda.co.nz...

#Matariki2025 #PuhiNui #AucklandEvents #ManuTukutuku #ZechSoakai #MidwinterMagic

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176 days ago

EXTENDED HOURS | Village Lights

Howick Historical Village Pakuranga, Auckland from Howick Historical Village

✨ Due to the incredible feedback we've received, we're thrilled to be opening for a special extended-hours evening on 21 June! ✨
There won’t be food trucks or a live band this time, but you’ll still get to wander through the magical lights one last time before they come down.
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✨ Due to the incredible feedback we've received, we're thrilled to be opening for a special extended-hours evening on 21 June! ✨
There won’t be food trucks or a live band this time, but you’ll still get to wander through the magical lights one last time before they come down.
🎟️ Grab your tickets at the door – don’t miss it!


#MidwinterLights #OneLastNight #WinterMagic #LightDisplay #EveningOut #AucklandEvents #HowickHistoricalVillage #FamilyFun #LastChance #winternights

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177 days ago

SH16 The Strand shared use path

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From June to October 2025, we'll be constructing a shared use path (SUP) next to SH16 The Strand to improve pedestrian safety and provide a route separate from the road for cyclists along this heavy freight corridor.

Majority of the work will be carried out during weekdays (7am to 5pm) and … View more
From June to October 2025, we'll be constructing a shared use path (SUP) next to SH16 The Strand to improve pedestrian safety and provide a route separate from the road for cyclists along this heavy freight corridor.

Majority of the work will be carried out during weekdays (7am to 5pm) and traffic will still be able to travel along SH16.
Click to find out more

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177 days ago

What's for sale this week at Red Cross Panmure!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

Greetings, everyone.

We have an amazing set of drawers made with Rimu wood in amazing condition. There are 3 bedside tables and a range of new shoes from Taro Cash with affordable prices.

We have much more in store. So why not pop in and see us at 22-28 Jellicoe Road Panmure.

177 days ago

FURNITURE AND HOMEWARE NEEDED!!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

Hello friendly neighbours,

Did you know that we do free collection for furniture and big bulk items in the Auckland area? Now you do 😀

If you have pre-loved or new furniture that you no longer have room for, or your moving houses and downsizing, why not donate to us today?

You can call us on … View more
Hello friendly neighbours,

Did you know that we do free collection for furniture and big bulk items in the Auckland area? Now you do 😀

If you have pre-loved or new furniture that you no longer have room for, or your moving houses and downsizing, why not donate to us today?

You can call us on 09 527 8153 to arrange collection, or send us some photos to our store email shop.panmure@redcross.org.nz and we will reply back to you.

Or if you would like to come in and arrange a collection, we are located at 22-28 Jellicoe Road, Panmure, we will be more than happy to help.

Thank you and have a great week

177 days ago

WE ARE OPEN MATARIKI DAY!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

Happy Monday, Neighbours!

Yes, WE ARE OPEN THIS MATARIKI DAY!
Friday 20th June from 9-5pm normal trading hours.

Pop in and see what we have instore 😁

Located at 22-28 Jellicoe Road Panmure.

See you all then 😁

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177 days ago

IT'S MUSIC AND MEDIA/MATARIKI WEEK!!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

Hello Neighbors,

We have a HUGE variety of CDs, LPs from all genres and decades of music!! 'Unleash your inner rock star at Red Cross Panmure.

We have a range of coats, puffer jackets, cardigans etc instire to keep you warm these winter days!

We hope to see you all here located at 22-28 … View more
Hello Neighbors,

We have a HUGE variety of CDs, LPs from all genres and decades of music!! 'Unleash your inner rock star at Red Cross Panmure.

We have a range of coats, puffer jackets, cardigans etc instire to keep you warm these winter days!

We hope to see you all here located at 22-28 Jellicoe Road Panmure, or call us on 09 527 8153 for further information.

Have a great start to your week 🥰

177 days ago

King single

Gracie from Panmure

Looking for King single bed linen in particular fitted sheets please :)

184 days ago

Poll: Have you noticed these increased grocery prices?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stats NZ said food prices have been rising at their fastest rate in more than a year.

Drinking chocolate is now 27% more expensive, coffee is up 17% and 1kg of mince was $2 more expensive this March than it was the same time last year.

Dairy products have also increased astronomically in … View more
Stats NZ said food prices have been rising at their fastest rate in more than a year.

Drinking chocolate is now 27% more expensive, coffee is up 17% and 1kg of mince was $2 more expensive this March than it was the same time last year.

Dairy products have also increased astronomically in price. Milk prices are up by 15.1% in the last year, cheese by 24% and butter has risen up by a shocking 63.6%.

Are you feeling the pinch lately? Share what you've noticed in the comments below and whether it makes you change your shopping habits.

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Have you noticed these increased grocery prices?
  • 98% Yes, my bank balance has noticed
    98% Complete
  • 1.7% No, I haven't noticed
    1.7% Complete
  • 0.3% Other - I'll share below
    0.3% Complete
3363 votes
177 days ago

Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2025!

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

🎉 It’s Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu – National Volunteer Week 2025 when we honour the collective energies and mana of volunteers in Aotearoa. At Citizens Advice Bureau, we are incredibly fortunate to have over 2,000 volunteers serving in their local communities, delivering free information and … View more🎉 It’s Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu – National Volunteer Week 2025 when we honour the collective energies and mana of volunteers in Aotearoa. At Citizens Advice Bureau, we are incredibly fortunate to have over 2,000 volunteers serving in their local communities, delivering free information and advice to people, and doing this with care, skill and dedication. Using the current exchange rate, that’s a combined value of more than NZ$111,448 per hour! 😮

We invite you to celebrate with us this National Volunteer Week as we recognise those who share their time, talent and energy. Take time to say thank you and to give a shout out to the volunteers who make a difference in your community!

Text credit (abridged and altered): Citizens Advice Bureau NZ (2024)

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177 days ago

Big Shout Out to Megan!

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

💛 We are now in The Big Shout Out month of June - a nationwide campaign, coordinated by Volunteering New Zealand | Tūao Aotearoa - celebrating just some of our wonderful volunteers who so willingly donate their time, energy and skills to our Botany and Pakuranga bureaus. Thank you to all of our… View more💛 We are now in The Big Shout Out month of June - a nationwide campaign, coordinated by Volunteering New Zealand | Tūao Aotearoa - celebrating just some of our wonderful volunteers who so willingly donate their time, energy and skills to our Botany and Pakuranga bureaus. Thank you to all of our volunteers for their mahi aroha.

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