Shelly Park, Auckland

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1835 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Nothing beats that post-work-out glow! Last night over 30 people of all ages, showed up to our FREE 'Dance Yourself Happy' session to work up a sweat and release endorphins. We moved our bodies to classic hits, electro, rock and rick-rolling. The rest of the hour went down like this and … View moreNothing beats that post-work-out glow! Last night over 30 people of all ages, showed up to our FREE 'Dance Yourself Happy' session to work up a sweat and release endorphins. We moved our bodies to classic hits, electro, rock and rick-rolling. The rest of the hour went down like this and afterwards we felt oh-so-good;
1. Into The Groove / Madonna (1984)
2. Don’t Stop the Music / Rihanna (2008)
3. Last train to Trancentral / The KLF (1992)
4. No Holding Back (Extended Mix) / Hardwell feat. Craig David (2016)
5. Bailando Por El Mundo / Juan Magan, Pitbull & El Cata (2012)
6. Stop the Rock / Apollo 440 (1999)
7. Sledgehammer / Peter Gabriel (1986)
8. Never Gonna Give You Up / Rick Astley (1987)
9. Never Gonna Give You Up (KaktuZ Remix) / Rick Astley (2018)
10. Life Is A Dancefloor / The Shapeshifters featuring Kimberly Davis (2019)
11. Desire (What I Want) [Groove Technicians Remix] / Todd Terry (1993/2018)
12. Highway The Hell / N.Y.C.C. (1998)
13. Sandstorm / Darude (2000)
14. Everybody Need Somebody (Album Version) / Blues Brothers (1980)
15. Stayin’ Alive (Remix) / Bee Gees (1975/2018)
16. Cooler Rock ‘n’ Roll (Crookers ft. Yelle & Junkie XL vs. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts Mashup by DJ Shmolli) / Various Artists (2010)
17. Physical / Olivia Newton-John (1981)
18. The Reflex (Remix Station Vol 16) / Duran Duran (1983/2013)
19. Rock This Town / Stray Cats (1981)

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1836 days ago

Create your own plant stand

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Slightly Scandi and very cool, this concrete plant stand is a stylish addition to any home. Finish the legs with your favourite Resene colour.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1836 days ago

Cook With Us

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

If you’re looking for some tips to inspire your inner chef while cooking at home, you cannot afford to miss the New Zealand School of Food and Wine’s interactive cooking demonstrations!
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Sunday, 28 July | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:00 pm - 3:45 pm

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1840 days ago

Do you think Auckland will ever beat congestion?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours, Tired of the morning crawl in traffic.? The AA doubts that with forecast growth and the current rate ofwork being done, that congestion can be held at current levels as predicted. Do you think ideas like more motorway lanes, sooner, and higher density on the fringes can help? Read … View moreHi Neighbours, Tired of the morning crawl in traffic.? The AA doubts that with forecast growth and the current rate ofwork being done, that congestion can be held at current levels as predicted. Do you think ideas like more motorway lanes, sooner, and higher density on the fringes can help? Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

1836 days ago

UPDATE: Auckland's southern motorway closed

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE: The motorway has now re-opened.

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Traffic on Auckland's southern motorway is gridlocked after a serious head-on collision involving a fleeing driver in a stolen car closed all lanes.

The southern motorway had been closed at the Princes St off-ramp as a result of the crash and… View more
UPDATE: The motorway has now re-opened.

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Traffic on Auckland's southern motorway is gridlocked after a serious head-on collision involving a fleeing driver in a stolen car closed all lanes.

The southern motorway had been closed at the Princes St off-ramp as a result of the crash and detours were being setup, NZTA said.

Motorists are advised to leave the motorway at Princes Street, turn right on Frank Grey Place, right onto Princes St, left at Atkinson St to Great South Rd, left on to East Tamaki Rd, right on to SH1, NZTA said.

NZTA has urged motorists to avoid the area or delay their journey on SH1.

At this stage, it's not clear how long the motorway will remain closed, an NZTA spokesman said.
Read more

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1836 days ago

Poll: Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the … View more
It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the actual and reasonable costs they incurred". Charging $65 for a short overstay in an empty carpark is as far from reasonable as you can get.

To find out what to do in this situation, click here

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Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?
  • 46.8% Yes, and I won!
    46.8% Complete
  • 32.4% Nah, I jut pay it
    32.4% Complete
  • 20.8% Yes, but I still had to pay
    20.8% Complete
1168 votes
1837 days ago

Study part-time at New Zealand College of Massage

NZ College of Massage

Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility in your career, ditch the dull 9-5 and study massage therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We have … View more
Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility in your career, ditch the dull 9-5 and study massage therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We have part-time and full-time study options available for our Level 4 Certificate. Our part-time option is most popular for those who have full schedules, but still seeking in-depth massage therapy training as they prepare for a career in the massage therapy industry.

The 2018 New Zealand census showed that 70% of massage therapists are self-employed and 60% work part-time, so this really is a flexible career!

It’s not too late to change your life in 2019!
Call us now on 0800 692 666, or click below to ENROL into our AUGUST INTAKE.
Enrol now

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1837 days ago

Looking for a Chartered Accountant?

Business Like NZ

We would like to welcome Vinh Nguyen to the Business Like NZ team and to let you know we have reopened our database and are now accepting new clients.

If you are looking for an experienced down to earth accountant with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the areas of business advisory, … View more
We would like to welcome Vinh Nguyen to the Business Like NZ team and to let you know we have reopened our database and are now accepting new clients.

If you are looking for an experienced down to earth accountant with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the areas of business advisory, compliance and taxation then please contact Vinh on 09 262 0726 or vinh@blnz.co.nz
Learn more

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1838 days ago

Rangitoto Meringue Puff - Foodography

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Welcome to the Rangitoto Meringue Puff in the making...key component for the #foodography dinner where you get to shape and style an evolving Auckland dessert.

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1838 days ago

Hitting The Sweet Spot

Nisaar Goga from First Class Accounts Botany

You might think you have the perfect product to tempt your customers but are you certain your perceptions align with theirs?

Failure to find your customer’s sweet spot may simply render your product out of date and out of touch.



A rare box of 120 year-old chocolates from the Boer War was for … View more
You might think you have the perfect product to tempt your customers but are you certain your perceptions align with theirs?

Failure to find your customer’s sweet spot may simply render your product out of date and out of touch.



A rare box of 120 year-old chocolates from the Boer War was for sale recently on Trade Me and attracted quite a lot of attention. But the asking price and viewers’ comments provide food for thought about the importance of making sure your value perceptions match those of your customers.



The tin gift box dating from 1900 with New Year’s greetings from Queen Victoria holds a certain value for collectors of Boer War memorabilia. But the fact that it still contains the six original uneaten chocolate bars adds enormously to the interest this item is generating.



Initially, the vendor was very confident in the value of this auction and asked upwards of $2,000.



But the auction has had no bites, and as one person said, "$2000 is a hell of a lot". Such comments about the exorbitant price tag have forced the vendor to lower their expectations to around $800.



Part of the problem here was that rancid fat and sugar bloom makes the chocolate inedible. And who wants to buy a 120 year-old product that is not fit for purpose?



This raises some really important points about value perceptions. In simple terms, if you want your product to be relevant you need to understand where your customers’ sweet spot is and how you can add value to that.



It’s very easy to have a distorted view of the value your product offers to the market. You know the enormous amount of time, effort and resources that have gone into the research, design, pricing, sales and marketing of your product. And so you’re rightly proud of what you have achieved.



But this same intense involvement can blind you to changing customer tastes, the value your competitors offer and any flaws in your own value perceptions. The harsh reality is that what was considered valuable 1 year or even 6 months ago may no longer be valued.



It may be that customers’ perceptions have changed. It could be that a competitor is offering a lot more value for the same price. A drop in perceived value might be due to the use of non recyclable packaging or increased awareness of a labour issue some other seemingly unrelated aspect.



Such a volatile market requires you to always be on your toes. You need to constantly review, and ask; does my product add value to my consumers’ lives?

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1838 days ago

Three mayoral candidates one big topic - what next?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours, Most of us know the frustrations of getting around Auckland - transport is one of the cities big challenges. So when three mayoral candidates face a transport forum you would think some big ideas would be floated. What do you think needs to be done. Read the story below.

(Please … View more
Hi Neighbours, Most of us know the frustrations of getting around Auckland - transport is one of the cities big challenges. So when three mayoral candidates face a transport forum you would think some big ideas would be floated. What do you think needs to be done. Read the story below.

(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

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1839 days ago

Kmart's list of 31 recalls

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The $55 timber Occasional Chair is the latest casualty, although this is a withdrawal rather than a recall. We don't know the reason for its withdrawal, except Kmart says it is for "a potential quality issue". But what other products have been found wanting?

To find out what else is on the recall list, click here

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1839 days ago

Change your life – study massage therapy!

NZ College of Massage

Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility, ditch the dull 9-5 and study Massage Therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We can provide you with … View more
Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility, ditch the dull 9-5 and study Massage Therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We can provide you with the most in-depth massage therapy training in New Zealand, from a Level 4 Certificate through to a Level 7 Degree.

The 2018 New Zealand census showed that 70% of massage therapists are self-employed and 60% work part-time, so this really is a flexible career!

It’s not too late to change your life in 2019!
Call us now on 0800 692 666, or click below to ENROL into our JULY INTAKE.
Enrol now

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1839 days ago

Pakuranga and Howick Community Networking Meeting

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

If you attended MECOSS' Pakuranga and Howick Community Networking Meeting on Friday, you'll have listened to Troy Elliott speak with authentic honesty and from the heart, about his beautiful wife Tracy and her ongoing battle with Breast Cancer.
His powerful story was an inspirational … View more
If you attended MECOSS' Pakuranga and Howick Community Networking Meeting on Friday, you'll have listened to Troy Elliott speak with authentic honesty and from the heart, about his beautiful wife Tracy and her ongoing battle with Breast Cancer.
His powerful story was an inspirational recount of the courage and resilience they're both showing.
Troy also advocated on behalf of all New Zealand women suffering from this disease, for Pharmac to fully fund Kadcyla; a drug proven to save lives.
Kadcyla is fully funded in both Australia and the UK.

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