Somerville, Auckland

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1497 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy - exercise in disguise

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

Last night Dance Yourself Happy resumed. What a great turnout of locals for the 80s special. We hope you had fun and you're not too sore today. Thank you to our music guru Mari for her hard work putting the play list together. Thank you to Ange for bringing glow sticks to share,. It was … View moreLast night Dance Yourself Happy resumed. What a great turnout of locals for the 80s special. We hope you had fun and you're not too sore today. Thank you to our music guru Mari for her hard work putting the play list together. Thank you to Ange for bringing glow sticks to share,. It was awesome to see so many of you sporting neon, lycra & legwarmers 😃 (and spiffy DYH shirts of course). Thanks all for coming! Next week we'll do the usual multi-decade-inclusive Dance Yourself Happy session.
If you didn't come along last night - you missed an epic 59min 56sec non-stop celebration of 80s dance music including;
Walk This Way / Run DMC feat. Aerosmith (1986)
Just An Illusion / Imagination (1982)*
Get down on it / Kool & The Gang (1981)*
Let’s Dance / David Bowie (1983)*
Relax (Come Fighting) / Frankie Goes To Hollywood (1984)*
Billie Jean / Michael Jackson (1982)*
Don’t You Want Me / Human League (1981)*
Our House / Madness (1983)*
The Look Of Love / ABC (1981)*
Got My Mind Set On You / George Harrison (1987)
Hey Mickey / Toni Basil (1981)*
La Bamba / Los Lobos (1987)*
Safety Dance / Men Without Hats (1982)
Come On Eileen / Dexy’s Midnight Runners (1982)
Rick Astley Megamix 1987 (Never Gonna Give You Up, My Arms Keep missing you, Whenever You Need Somebody)
Funkytown / Pseudo Echo (1986)
Blue Monday / New Order (1983)
Push It / Salt-N-Pepa (1986)
Super Freak / Rick James (1981)
Footloose / Kenny Loggins (1984)
Fantastic Voyage / Lakeside (1980)º
The Breaks / Kurtis Blow (1980)º
Like A Virgin / Madonna (1984)
Girls Just Want to Have Fun / Cyndi Lauper (1983)
Good Life / Inner City (1988)
Thriller / Michael Jackson (1982)
Tainted Love / Soft Cell (1981)
Take On Me / a-Ha (1984)
The Final Countdown / Europe (1986)
Livin’ On A Prayer / Bon Jovi (1986)
*Various clips from Grandmaster - Flashback 1 mix by DJ Brab
ºFantastic Funkin’ 80’s Medley (Ultimix 53)

1497 days ago

Bakers back SPCA

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Auckland bakers are being called to roll up their sleeves to help vulnerable animals.

The SPCA is appealing for keen cooks to take part in its annual Cupcake Day fundraiser on November 2.

The event has raised nearly $3.2 million over the years, helping tens of thousands of animals that come … View more
Auckland bakers are being called to roll up their sleeves to help vulnerable animals.

The SPCA is appealing for keen cooks to take part in its annual Cupcake Day fundraiser on November 2.

The event has raised nearly $3.2 million over the years, helping tens of thousands of animals that come through SPCA's doors each year in need of care, shelter and veterinary treatment.

Budding chefs are invited to whip up a batch of cupcakes before selling them at work, school and to family and friends.

Last year saw 1092 home bakers and 641 businesses get involved.

SPCA CEO Andrea Midgen said recent events had taken a big bite out of the charity but here was something tangible supporters could do to help.

Funds raised will be used to aid in rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing animals in need around the country.

Go to www.spcacupcakeday.co.nz... to register.

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1497 days ago

MISSING Cat- tabby

Keshia from Somerville

My Cat Mini has not come home for over a week now - we live on Simmental Cres and doesn't go far. This is very unlike him. If you have seen him please give us a call (anytime) on 021-036-2386. He has a little shaven patch on his back at the base of his tail. Please check your garden or sheds … View moreMy Cat Mini has not come home for over a week now - we live on Simmental Cres and doesn't go far. This is very unlike him. If you have seen him please give us a call (anytime) on 021-036-2386. He has a little shaven patch on his back at the base of his tail. Please check your garden or sheds in case he has wondered into some small place and is trapped. He is very quiet and not vocal so wont make any noise if he is in trapped!!

1498 days ago

Make a sensory table

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board.

Sensory boards can be made with all sorts of textures and themes for young children, and are great learning tools. Let your children help choose the Resene colours and help fun with contrasting colours.

Make the most… View more
Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board.

Sensory boards can be made with all sorts of textures and themes for young children, and are great learning tools. Let your children help choose the Resene colours and help fun with contrasting colours.

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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1498 days ago

This degree changed my life!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Te Tohu Toi Tangata - Bachelor of Humanities

Meet Christina Nuku who graduated with majors in Indigenous Studies and Policy. Through Awanuiārangi, Christina experienced a 3-month exchange programme at the University of Northern British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. She shares “the exchange… View more
Te Tohu Toi Tangata - Bachelor of Humanities

Meet Christina Nuku who graduated with majors in Indigenous Studies and Policy. Through Awanuiārangi, Christina experienced a 3-month exchange programme at the University of Northern British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. She shares “the exchange connected me with the Nisga’a people, First Nations tribal systems, communities and hauora programmes. It informed my studies and opened my mind. It was a genuine privilege to connect with the tangata whenua there, and an opportunity I would never otherwise have had”

“The difference at Awanuiārangi is the whanaungatanga. Our kaiako cultivated a supportive and nurturing environment”. Study remotely with us in 2021!
Find out more

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1500 days ago

Have Your Say - Regional Parks Management Plan Review

The Team from Auckland Council

What’s great? What’s ok? And what could be improved?
Have your say on the future of regional parks in Tāmaki Makaurau by clicking on 'Read More' below.
Consultation closes on 26 October 2020.
📷 Ōmana Regional Park

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1498 days ago

Food trucks out east

Natalie from Botany Downs

Lloyd elsmore tomorrow night 5pm

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1499 days ago

Village Frights: Halloween at Howick Historical Village

Howick Historical Village

Join us for Halloween fun at the Village.
Saturday 31 October from 5pm-8pm

A family friendly evening with spooktacular activities, entertainment and trick or treating. Come dressed up if you wish, or just come as you are.

A safe environment to enjoy a fun Halloween evening. Food and drinks … View more
Join us for Halloween fun at the Village.
Saturday 31 October from 5pm-8pm

A family friendly evening with spooktacular activities, entertainment and trick or treating. Come dressed up if you wish, or just come as you are.

A safe environment to enjoy a fun Halloween evening. Food and drinks available for purchase on the night.

Buy your tickets on Eventfinda, at the Village, or at the door on the night.

Tickets just $20 adults, $12 children or $50 for a family (2 adults + 2 children) (plus any processing fees).

1499 days ago

Sign up for free business workshops

Tāmaki AKL

We have six free workshops coming up for local business owners. Do you have a business in Glen Innes, Point England or Panmure? Are you keen to LEVEL UP and keep learning? Come to a 4hr workshop on any one of these topics:

- Marketing + sales
- Accounting + legal
- Strategy + business basics
View more
We have six free workshops coming up for local business owners. Do you have a business in Glen Innes, Point England or Panmure? Are you keen to LEVEL UP and keep learning? Come to a 4hr workshop on any one of these topics:

- Marketing + sales
- Accounting + legal
- Strategy + business basics
- Finance
- Storytelling + pitching
- Social enterprise

Followed by a hosted dinner over networking. Give your business a boost.
See workshop dates and sign up here.
Sign up here

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1499 days ago

Make a start on 2021

Manukau Institute of Technology

Thinking of studying in 2021 but unsure where to start?

Find out why MIT is the right choice for you. With programmes from across 19 different areas of study, there's no better time to start studying.

Come and talk to our experienced subject experts to find … View more
Thinking of studying in 2021 but unsure where to start?

Find out why MIT is the right choice for you. With programmes from across 19 different areas of study, there's no better time to start studying.

Come and talk to our experienced subject experts to find the study option that will help you land your dream job, and if you're ready to take the next step, you can apply on the day.

An opportunity to check out our new MIT TechPark campus, which is a purpose-built facility with the latest technology and innovations to ensure quality training for all trades courses.

31 October 10am–12pm at MIT Manukau, cnr of Manukau Station Rd and Davies Ave.

Win a MacBook Air - T&Cs apply.

See manukau.ac.nz/openday for details.
Register Now

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1499 days ago

Wedding photography

Natalie from Natalie Pasco Photography

Booking now for 2021. I have limited dates available for 2020. Contact me to see if your date is available and secure your date.

www.nataliepascophotography.com...

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1499 days ago

We need your help to raise funds to help pay for funeral cost please

Esperanza from Cockle Bay

Hello neighbour's, sorry if this is inappropriate but

I'm raising funds for my bestfriend who died recently due to cancer, she left a 6 years old son (with autism). She's 37 and a single mum and her family would really appreciate any help you can give, even just $1 will be greatly … View more
Hello neighbour's, sorry if this is inappropriate but

I'm raising funds for my bestfriend who died recently due to cancer, she left a 6 years old son (with autism). She's 37 and a single mum and her family would really appreciate any help you can give, even just $1 will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much for your support:
Please visit the link below and share :)

givealittle.co.nz...

Cheers,
Esperanza
0224354969

1499 days ago

The gems on our doorstep

The Team from Auckland Council

Explore the abundance of hidden gems across Tāmaki Makaurau, support Auckland's recovery and make the most of everything our region has to offer.

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1499 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy does 80s at 31 hits per hour!

Mari from Cockle Bay

Join us for an exercise session like no other on Thu 22 October at 8–9pm. We've crammed a total of 31 hits from the 80s (or chunks of them) into 1 hour to get your nostalgic juices flowing and heart pumping. Feel free to wear neon, sweat bands and glow sticks if you feel like it. Dancing … View moreJoin us for an exercise session like no other on Thu 22 October at 8–9pm. We've crammed a total of 31 hits from the 80s (or chunks of them) into 1 hour to get your nostalgic juices flowing and heart pumping. Feel free to wear neon, sweat bands and glow sticks if you feel like it. Dancing starts at 8pm sharp, and carparks are sometimes hard to find right next to the venue so arrive early to not miss any of the hit-laden mix! This dance session is alcohol/drug free and open to all ages.

Event link:
www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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Dance Yourself Happy
Level 1 Thursdays* 8–9pm until 26 November 2020
All Saints' Community Centre, Howick
30 Cook Street (the brick building opposite to Subway)

*Subject to change without prior notice in these iffy times.

1499 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy - exercise in disguise

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

We're back!
Come along for a night of dance music from the best decade - the 80s!
Mari has put together a play list of all your favourites.
Featuring; Pop, Synth-Pop, New Romantic and Rock.

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