Penrose, Auckland

1526 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a … View more
In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a year-round food supply. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and there’s another chance to win Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1526 days ago

Are you having trouble heating or cooling your home?

The team from EnergySmart - Auckland

Chances are your insulation is not performing optimally, it is a problem that is far more common than most people realise.

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1526 days ago

Wheat bags for sale

Betty from Mount Wellington

Hi, my neighbours,
These days so many people suffer from neck pain or back pain.
After massage, a hot wheat bag is very helpful. One customer said it helped his sprained ankle recovered faster.



We sell wheat bags small one $15, or big one $25. Just put them in the microwave oven, small one for … View more
Hi, my neighbours,
These days so many people suffer from neck pain or back pain.
After massage, a hot wheat bag is very helpful. One customer said it helped his sprained ankle recovered faster.



We sell wheat bags small one $15, or big one $25. Just put them in the microwave oven, small one for one minute or big one for 2 to 3 minutes and then put them on where you feel pain.

Negotiable

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1526 days ago

Royal Oak Markets

Michelle from Royal Oak

A Market with a difference - Hope to see you there!

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1526 days ago

Have a Go at Bowls Day

Alastair McKenzie from Bridge Park Bowling Club

At Bridge Park Bowling Club we're hosting three Have a Go Day's in October. If you know someone who'd like to try out our terrific (and cheap!) sport you're very welcome. Just wear flat soled shoes - we'll provide the bowls, the coaches and the fun.

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1526 days ago

What is double glazing?

RetroFit Double Glazing - Auckland South

What is double glazing? We’ve put together some information that might help you with your research if you're considering getting retrofit double glazing click here to read. If you’re interested, we offer a free no obligation quote click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1526 days ago

Paint a hat box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Onehunga

Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most… View more
Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1526 days ago

Scarecrow Grocer opens in Mt Eden

Scarecrow

Scarecrow Grocer is an artisan store committed to the community & the idea of living locally.

We stock:
• Pantry Essentials & Fresh Produce
• House-made ready meals and deli goods
• Boutique NZ wines and craft beers
• Bespoke gift baskets
• Fresh flowers from our dedicated… View more
Scarecrow Grocer is an artisan store committed to the community & the idea of living locally.

We stock:
• Pantry Essentials & Fresh Produce
• House-made ready meals and deli goods
• Boutique NZ wines and craft beers
• Bespoke gift baskets
• Fresh flowers from our dedicated in-house florist
• Locally made artisan products
• An extensive range of organic products

September special – Buy any Scarecrow house-made ready meal and get a second of equal or lesser value at 25% off!
Find out more

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1527 days ago

Sheep Manure

Peter from Mount Wellington

I am looking for a farmer somewhere not too far from Auckland who might have some have sheep poo under their shearing shed that i could bring a trailer and collect for a community garden i am planting in a pensioner village in Mt Wellington. If so please text or ring me Peter 0221055044.

1527 days ago

Create, share & win! – Celebrate Comic Book Month at Onehunga Library

Onehunga Library

Submit your anime or comic book art for our display! Anyone can submit art for display, but you must be between 12 – 21 years old to enter our Comic Book Month Art Competition.

Many thanks to Arkham City Comics who donated generous spot prize packs and contributed to prize for Best in … View more
Submit your anime or comic book art for our display! Anyone can submit art for display, but you must be between 12 – 21 years old to enter our Comic Book Month Art Competition.

Many thanks to Arkham City Comics who donated generous spot prize packs and contributed to prize for Best in Competition.

Submit to Onehunga Library at 85 Church St, Onehunga or email to onehungalibrary@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz before 3pm Sunday 11 October 2020. If you have any questions please contact Onehunga Library at (09) 377 0209.

Competition Terms and Conditions
• You must be between 12 – 21 years old to enter
• Content must suit general viewing
• Entries must be your original work
• You can enter as many times as you like but you will be eligible for a maximum of one spot prize
• By entering the competition you agree to the reproduction of your work for Auckland Libraries' display and promotions
• Entries can be a single image or a series of images
• Drawings can be physical or digital and colour or black and white
• Maximum size is A4 size
• Entries must be received before 3pm Sunday 11 October 2020
• For more information please visit www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz...

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1527 days ago

HOUSEWASH RECOMMENDATIONS

Carolyn from Onehunga

Looking for recommendations for housewashing including roof, gutters, deck & fence. We have a plaster house.. Any contacts would be appreciated... Thank you

1527 days ago

Shop In-store or Online.

TOYCO

We’re pleased to announce that our St Lukes store has reopened!

We can’t wait to see everyone again! Or you can continue shopping online, and for the next few days spend $50 or more online and use the discount code FREESHIP2020 and your order will be delivered free! Discount code expires … View more
We’re pleased to announce that our St Lukes store has reopened!

We can’t wait to see everyone again! Or you can continue shopping online, and for the next few days spend $50 or more online and use the discount code FREESHIP2020 and your order will be delivered free! Discount code expires 11.59pm Monday 28th September.
Find out more

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1527 days ago

Happy New Zealand Sign Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

NZ Sign Language is unique to our country and is one of New Zealand's three official languages, so those are some great reasons to celebrate it!
Check out the Neighbourly team trying their hand at simple greetings that you could sign in your neighbourhood.

1530 days ago

Coronavirus is more of a reason to sort out the stadium

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, It's easy to say things shouldn't be done because we need to focus on Covid-19 elimination, but maybe that's more of an argument to sort out the stadium plan. Read the story below.

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1528 days ago

W&F: Perfect Pairs

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Perfect Pairs 2020 is a 5-course Tapas menu, enjoyed with a flight of boutique New Zealand guaranteed to whet your appetite.
This interactive workshop gives you the opportunity to explore the wines with each course and identify the best wine pairing based on your personal preferences.
The … View more
Perfect Pairs 2020 is a 5-course Tapas menu, enjoyed with a flight of boutique New Zealand guaranteed to whet your appetite.
This interactive workshop gives you the opportunity to explore the wines with each course and identify the best wine pairing based on your personal preferences.
The dishes include Palusami, Korean fried chicken and more.
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Saturday, 3 Oct from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

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