Schnapper Rock, Auckland

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444 days ago

What do all these areas have in common?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Korea
Northern Italy
Mexico
Japan
Southern Italy
Vietnam
Kerela, India
Cajun + Creole

They have outstanding culinary traditions and were the focus of our Level 5 Diploma students. Over one month, the students researched their topic of interest resulting in a written report and powerpoint … View more
Korea
Northern Italy
Mexico
Japan
Southern Italy
Vietnam
Kerela, India
Cajun + Creole

They have outstanding culinary traditions and were the focus of our Level 5 Diploma students. Over one month, the students researched their topic of interest resulting in a written report and powerpoint presentation to their class. Following this, they prepared two dishes to showcase their subject.

Can you tell where the dishes are from???

444 days ago

Bee Keeping Workshop (Sun 3rd Sept)

Adrian from Albany Heights

If you are thinking of taking up this interesting hobby, would just like to find out more about these interesting critters or how to grow a "bee friendly" garden, then this 2 hour interactive workshop including a working bee hive will be of great interest.

Please see attached PDF for … View more
If you are thinking of taking up this interesting hobby, would just like to find out more about these interesting critters or how to grow a "bee friendly" garden, then this 2 hour interactive workshop including a working bee hive will be of great interest.

Please see attached PDF for more details.

Bee Keeping 2023 230705.pdf Download View

444 days ago

NZ Sommeliers hosted Travel by Glass at NZSFW and Tori’s chose to feature wines from the 1000 kilometers of the Loire River.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire … View more
NZSFW graduate Tori Haysom enrolled first as a cookery students and followed this by studying the Certificate of Professional Wine Knowledge. She is now Auckland fine wine specialist for Dhall and Nash wines.

Vincent Careme Vouvray 2018
Aphonse Mellot La Moussiere 2020
Domaine de Noire Caractere 2016
Domaine des Pothiers Gamay St Romain, from Cote Roannaise AOC. This clone of Gamay Noir is found in a remote location of the central Loire Valley in the Auverne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Our students, under the guidance of Chef Finn prepared a selection canapés to accompany the wines:
Potato croquettes with remoulade
Goats cheese goujons
Chicken liver parfait, quince puree on crouton
Compote of mushrooms, pickled onion on toast Melba
Smoked Salmon Vol au Vent
Duck confit rolls with mustard mayonnaise and gherkin
Cucumber cases
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#finewine #cooking #winetasting #somm #sommelier #sommlife

446 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints … View more
Get 20% off Kiwi-made Resene quality paints, primers, sealers and wood stains.

Plus buy one testpot get one free on 60-80ml testpots 60-80. Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints available in New Zealand!
Find out more

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447 days ago

Marketing person required

June from Bayview

Popular books for junior school children, and some others, are available for keen marketer. All are listed in New Zealand wide e-publications. Details available on request. All are for sale at print price. Take one and take all.

Negotiable

447 days ago

Pāpāmoa Townhouse, beach within reach!

Flowerday Homes

We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are … View more
We're an award-winning Bay of Plenty building company, Flowerday Homes, and we're now offering one of our awesome new townhouses at Golden Sands, Pāpāmoa for sale.

Located right next to New Zealand’s most sought-after coastal paradise - Mount Maunganui - these townhouses are perfect for families, professionals, retirees, and savvy investors seeking a low maintenance property in the heart of a vibrant community.

With a retail and commercial development plan in motion, Golden Sands delivers relaxed coastal living with everything you need on the doorstep, and this freehold land and townhouse package is your opportunity to be part of it all.
Contact us now

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447 days ago

Is your Mobile Plan adding stress?

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
Is your Mobile plan one of the many Winter bills piling up? It might be time to review it so you can relax..even just a smidge?! Compare all the mobile plans and providers on Mobile Compare and find a plan that lets you stay connected without overpaying.

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447 days ago

Thinking Storage - Think Kiwi Self Storage

Alan Storage from Kiwi Self Storage - North Shore

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If you are thinking about storage. Think about us. We have a range of unit sizes and can supply packaging to store your items safely and securely throughout Auckland and Wellington. We also provide commercial scale units and can facilitate your shipping container … View more
kiwiselfstorage.co.nz...
If you are thinking about storage. Think about us. We have a range of unit sizes and can supply packaging to store your items safely and securely throughout Auckland and Wellington. We also provide commercial scale units and can facilitate your shipping container deliveries at our North Shore facility. Call 09 476 4667

If you have a car or boat requiring storage, contact out Mount Roskill facility where we provide a specialised option for your pride and joy. Click below to learn more or call on
0800 58 57 56
Kiwi Self Storage

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470 days ago

🚛 We can pick up furniture donations for free 🚛

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Did you know that within Auckland we have the ability to provide a free pick-up service for furniture and large household donations?

If you have anything you no longer need for the Winter, decluttering, having a clear out, downsizing, moving house or simply upgrading your furniture pieces, … View more
Did you know that within Auckland we have the ability to provide a free pick-up service for furniture and large household donations?

If you have anything you no longer need for the Winter, decluttering, having a clear out, downsizing, moving house or simply upgrading your furniture pieces, please kindly consider giving your old items to SPCA 💙

From Wellsford to Pukekohe, give us a call 📞 0800 77 22 23! It's best to book in advance as our schedule can fill-up pretty quickly

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448 days ago

Back from black

The Team from Resene ColorShop Albany

Transform a basic cabinet using four simple steps and Resene Enamacryl.
Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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452 days ago

Poll: Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The leader of the National Party has announced a plan to ban cellphones from all classrooms to minimize distractions for students. The Labour party has commented that this is commonplace already and is a decision best left for individual schools. Do you think a ban should be enforced?

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Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?
  • 75.2% Yes, there's no need for phones in classrooms
    75.2% Complete
  • 24.1% Nah, let the school decide
    24.1% Complete
  • 0.7% I'm not sure
    0.7% Complete
4158 votes
449 days ago

Do you know a gardener using their greenthumbs to help their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.

Send up to five… View more
Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.

Send up to five high-resolution photos and explain why you wish to nominate a person or group to be the Ryman Healthcare 2023 Gardener of the Year. Email your entry to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Or post your nomination to 2023 Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Victoria St West, Auckland 1142.

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450 days ago

Lima’s kitchen restaurant and catering

Tina from Totara Vale

Hi Lovely Neighbours

Pre order premium cakes available for order
We can also cater for your event
Contact us for any enquiries

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Hi Lovely Neighbours

Pre order premium cakes available for order
We can also cater for your event
Contact us for any enquiries

instagram.com...

Thank you
Tina
Lima’s kitchen
Shop 2 /36 clyde road
Browns bay

Negotiable

451 days ago

Cash for your wrecked and water damaged car!

AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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451 days ago

Think pink for compostable bin liners

Auckland Council

Get it in the bag Auckland. These new compostable bin liners are great for your kitchen caddy and your food scraps.

Do your part to keep food scraps out of your rubbish collection and keep your eye out for pink liners at your local supermarket.

Think pink for food scraps bin liners.
Find out more

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