Somerville, Auckland

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1885 days ago

Add a pop of colour to dinner time

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Herringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

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Herringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. 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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1885 days ago

Celebrate Matariki and Auckland's thriving Māori identity!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Hey East Auckland, did you know that 25% of all New Zealanders who identify as Māori, live in Auckland. Celebrate Matariki and the Māori new year by exploring and participating in Tāmaki Makaurau's unique Māori identity. Discover how local art projects, urban design and this year's … View moreHey East Auckland, did you know that 25% of all New Zealanders who identify as Māori, live in Auckland. Celebrate Matariki and the Māori new year by exploring and participating in Tāmaki Makaurau's unique Māori identity. Discover how local art projects, urban design and this year's Matariki Festival are shaping and reflecting your community. Celebrate Matariki

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1885 days ago

Get a Clever Home package.

Genesis Energy

Moving house soon?

Whether you’re moving or looking to switch from your current power company, we can help turn your house into a smart home with a Genesis Clever Home package.

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1886 days ago

Is your bus shelter using more power than your house?

Todd Niall Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi Neighbours, did you know that Auckland has 150 bus shelters that use almost as much power as an average home? As Auckland Council prepares to consider declaring a climate change "emergency", do you think they should starting looking a little closer to home? Read the story below.

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Hi Neighbours, did you know that Auckland has 150 bus shelters that use almost as much power as an average home? As Auckland Council prepares to consider declaring a climate change "emergency", do you think they should starting looking a little closer to home? Read the story below.

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1886 days ago

Our Art Students are busy

Megan from MEGANZ School of Visual Arts

We are two-thirds of the way through our term and our young students are busy working on clay work, drawing, painting, and creating their own comics.
We also welcome new students anytime through our terms, as students work on their own ideas and at their own pace.
Contact Megan to make time to … View more
We are two-thirds of the way through our term and our young students are busy working on clay work, drawing, painting, and creating their own comics.
We also welcome new students anytime through our terms, as students work on their own ideas and at their own pace.
Contact Megan to make time to meet, if you or your child are keen to learn to create.
We focus on drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Cheers
Megan

1886 days ago

Poll: Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC data suggests that an increasing number of kids are injuring themselves on the sports field, with a 60% surge in sports-related injuries for kids aged 10 to 14 over the past decade.

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Are some kids playing too much sport these days?
  • 18.2% Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
    18.2% Complete
  • 32.5% Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
    32.5% Complete
  • 49.3% No, it’s more important kids are active
    49.3% Complete
1219 votes
1886 days ago

The hunt is on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this month's magazine, we've got a special competition. We're looking for a houseplant hero! We're already seeing some amazing early bird entries, but perhaps your collection is even better? Let's see! Click through to find out how to enter.

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1886 days ago

Antique/ Retro Suitcases

Anne from Howick

We are moving and selling my collection of suitcases.

Have 16

Would prefer if anyone can buy all of them

If anyone interested please offer your best price

Negotiable

1886 days ago

Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations

The Team from The Building Guys

I focus on home renovations - decking, kitchens, bathrooms, laundries & more. I'm a qualified master builder with over 25 years experience. So if you need quality work done give me a call or book an appointment on the link. P.S - Small jobs are welcome too.

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I focus on home renovations - decking, kitchens, bathrooms, laundries & more. I'm a qualified master builder with over 25 years experience. So if you need quality work done give me a call or book an appointment on the link. P.S - Small jobs are welcome too.

TEXT 027 27 27 183 for a call back. I might be in a noisy area if I don't answer straight away.

I'm Jade - Your Local Building Guy.

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1886 days ago

Students experience all areas of curriculum

ACG Strathallan

Being taught by a specialist teacher from an early age has tangible benefits for students. This according to ACG Strathallan Dean of Year 7 and 8, Clinton Thomas, an educator with 15 years’ experience teaching and five years as a dean at the independent school in Karaka.

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Being taught by a specialist teacher from an early age has tangible benefits for students. This according to ACG Strathallan Dean of Year 7 and 8, Clinton Thomas, an educator with 15 years’ experience teaching and five years as a dean at the independent school in Karaka.

From the age of five, students at ACG Strathallan leave their main classroom to receive specialist subject teaching in Science, PE & Health, Mandarin, Music and Visual Art.

“Students need to be given opportunities to experience all areas of the curriculum such as arts, sports, sciences and main subjects such English and Maths so they can then make smart and informative choices around hobbies and careers,” he says.

Visit us at our open day between 9am - 11am on Tuesday, 25 June.
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1886 days ago

Bowls in a day

Ashley Grogan from UXBRIDGE Arts and Culture

Food in a bowl; it’s right on trend and that’s because food just tastes better in a bowl! Come and make six, one of a kind bowls to pop your overnight oats, poached pears or sassy summer salads in. Roll, cut, make, decorate… and they are ready for firing and glazing. Eloise will guide you … View moreFood in a bowl; it’s right on trend and that’s because food just tastes better in a bowl! Come and make six, one of a kind bowls to pop your overnight oats, poached pears or sassy summer salads in. Roll, cut, make, decorate… and they are ready for firing and glazing. Eloise will guide you through the hand-building process, teaching you tips and tricks to help you and your bowls shine!

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1886 days ago

Second Semester Study Auckland!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy.

Our campus in Tāmaki Makaurau is located at 1/19 Lambie Drive, Manukau offering postgraduate degrees in Māori and Indigenous studies, an … View more
Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy.

Our campus in Tāmaki Makaurau is located at 1/19 Lambie Drive, Manukau offering postgraduate degrees in Māori and Indigenous studies, an undergraduate degree in Humanities – also, certificates in te Reo Māori, Study and Career Preparation with fee-free programmes available.

We also have marae-centred courses throughout Auckland including Kai Oranga, Te Pou Hono and Community Education.

If you are looking for study options locally we’d love to hear from you!
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1887 days ago

Slat bed for sale

Tim from Cockle Bay

Single slat bed plus mattress for sale. Bought new for our 17 y/o daughter when she was two. Good condition , and hasn't been used much in the last few years. Mattress has a small part of the binding that is coming unstitched, about 10cm, but easily fixed if you're handy with a needle and… View moreSingle slat bed plus mattress for sale. Bought new for our 17 y/o daughter when she was two. Good condition , and hasn't been used much in the last few years. Mattress has a small part of the binding that is coming unstitched, about 10cm, but easily fixed if you're handy with a needle and thread (see photo). Bed comes apart, but is easy to assemble.

Price: $50

1887 days ago

Howick Local Board supports local gymnastics

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Howick Local Board has made a $40,000 grant to the Howick Gymnastics Club, which had faced closure after a recent rent increase.

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1892 days ago

Are you good at taking photos?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

Hi Aucklanders. Today marks the start of the Auckland Festival of Photography, with exhibitions being held at galleries around the region. Anyone with access to a camera, including phone cameras, has the opportunity to take part in the festival with the Nikon Auckland Photo Day competition. Just … View moreHi Aucklanders. Today marks the start of the Auckland Festival of Photography, with exhibitions being held at galleries around the region. Anyone with access to a camera, including phone cameras, has the opportunity to take part in the festival with the Nikon Auckland Photo Day competition. Just take a photo at any time on June 8 that showcases your slice of Auckland. The photo can be anything you want, including snaps of friends and family. All entries will be stored in a unique archive that currently has over 15,000 photos dating back to 2004. An exhibition of last year's top 30 entries is on display at the waterfront of Te Wero Island.
[Photo credit: 'Queens Street' by Murray Cammick, on display at Black Asterisk.]

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