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2142 days ago

Free Teen Workshop this Saturday Sept 29 @ Uxbridge Art & Culture

Denise from Bucklands Beach

Calling all creative teens, this Saturday September 29 from 6pm - 8pm is our free event at Te Whare Ora @ UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture. Five free scholarships to the Youth Tribe Leadership Program starting in term 4 will be given away!

Why is our imagination and creativity important today?
How … View more
Calling all creative teens, this Saturday September 29 from 6pm - 8pm is our free event at Te Whare Ora @ UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture. Five free scholarships to the Youth Tribe Leadership Program starting in term 4 will be given away!

Why is our imagination and creativity important today?
How can art reveal new dimensions of our self?

Teens 14 - 18 years old are invited to this FREE workshop as part of the 8 week Youth Tribe Leadership Program which takes teens through creative experiences in finding one's 'True North.

Please share with those who may be interested & private message Youth Tribe if you are keen to attend.

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The Youth Tribe Leadership Program is sponsored by the Auckland Council Howick Local Board.

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2142 days ago

Lawn Mowing

Vincent & Steven from Golflands

Hi, We have just started a lawn mowing business, having two Boxer Dogs, you may have seen us biking around the Golflands area, obviously we are Dog friendly and will ensure that all gates are closed and might even fill up the water bowl on a hot day for your furry member of the family.
Thanks for… View more
Hi, We have just started a lawn mowing business, having two Boxer Dogs, you may have seen us biking around the Golflands area, obviously we are Dog friendly and will ensure that all gates are closed and might even fill up the water bowl on a hot day for your furry member of the family.
Thanks for giving us a chance.
Lawn Worx :
Vincent 021-906-609
Steve 027-658-1685

2145 days ago

Poll: Are you a Warriors fan?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The Warriors have gone from being ranked dead last (16th) in fan/membership experience to number one in the space of 12 months. Wow, what a change! Click here to read the full story.

Are you a fan? What did your think of the Warriors 2018 season. Take part in our poll and let us … View more
Hi neighbours,

The Warriors have gone from being ranked dead last (16th) in fan/membership experience to number one in the space of 12 months. Wow, what a change! Click here to read the full story.

Are you a fan? What did your think of the Warriors 2018 season. Take part in our poll and let us know your thoughts in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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Are you a Warriors fan?
  • 39% Yes
    39% Complete
  • 23.7% No
    23.7% Complete
  • 20.8% I prefer rugby over league
    20.8% Complete
  • 16.5% I'm not a fan of sports all together
    16.5% Complete
813 votes
2142 days ago

Subscribe to NZ Gardener's weekly ezine Get Growing and get free herb seeds!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)

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2143 days ago

Book in advance and SAVE!

Auckland Zoo

Hello neighbours! Have we got a roaring deal for you! SAVE up to 20% off your next zoo visit when you book in advance online.

Adult tickets now $19 - this offer is only available online.

Majestic new male lions, cotton-top tamarin and spider monkey babies, and a recent extension to our Africa… View more
Hello neighbours! Have we got a roaring deal for you! SAVE up to 20% off your next zoo visit when you book in advance online.

Adult tickets now $19 - this offer is only available online.

Majestic new male lions, cotton-top tamarin and spider monkey babies, and a recent extension to our Africa precinct are just some exciting reasons to visit Auckland Zoo these October school holidays!

From your friends at
Auckland Zoo
Book online here!

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2143 days ago

Have a go at lawn bowls

The Team from Auckland Bowls

October is lawn bowls “Have A Go” month where bowling clubs throughout Auckland open their doors for you to try the sport for free.

Lawn bowls is one of the few sports that can be played for a lifetime irrespective of age, gender, culture or physical ability and is a great way to meet with … View more
October is lawn bowls “Have A Go” month where bowling clubs throughout Auckland open their doors for you to try the sport for free.

Lawn bowls is one of the few sports that can be played for a lifetime irrespective of age, gender, culture or physical ability and is a great way to meet with new people.

Our friendly clubs welcome new players and people that just want to "have a go" can try the sport through a wide range of social bowling programmes during summer. To find out more visit your local club or the Play Bowls website
Find out more!

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2143 days ago
2143 days ago

Italian-Design Pots & Plants

Hasan from Bucklands Beach

Hi everybody,

We are importing and selling pots and plants. The pots are made of composite material: Minerals, Cellulose & Plastic. They come in different sizes, various colors and designs.

Prices are very reasonable and affordable, starting from $14.

You may either purchase a plant, a … View more
Hi everybody,

We are importing and selling pots and plants. The pots are made of composite material: Minerals, Cellulose & Plastic. They come in different sizes, various colors and designs.

Prices are very reasonable and affordable, starting from $14.

You may either purchase a plant, a potted plant in one of our beautiful pots, or purchase an empty pot. You may bring your own plant and we shall re-plant it in one of our pots at no additional cost.

*************** Quantities are very limited ******************

To view our collection, please send me an sms:
Mobile: 021-0335 935
FaceBook Page: mybotanicgardennz

With my best regards.

Hasan Abdoh
24 Maugham Dr., Bucklands Beach.

2143 days ago

Professional Roof Cleaners

Simon from Highland Park

Get Your Free Quote Now

The roof is the least accessible and least inspected area of a building, and cleaning it presents many challenges – gaining access, having the right equipment and doing the job safely. Our professional roof cleaner takes care of all of this, simply and efficiently. Trust … View more
Get Your Free Quote Now

The roof is the least accessible and least inspected area of a building, and cleaning it presents many challenges – gaining access, having the right equipment and doing the job safely. Our professional roof cleaner takes care of all of this, simply and efficiently. Trust us to thoroughly and safely clean your roof, removing all dirt, grime, salt, mould, lichen and moss. Additionally, both our roof washing options include the cleaning of gutters and downpipes.

Professional Roof Cleaners
Contact Person : Simon Wong
Contact No. 0291288125

2144 days ago

Hunters Corner Fire Truck Muster

Hunters Corner Town Centre

The Hunters Corner Fire Truck Muster will be held on the 29th September 2018 in the Kolmar Sports Centre car park at 295 Great South Road, Papatoetoe.

From 9.00am – 2.00pm there will be a static display of vintage, quirky and modern fire fighting vehicles. At 2.00pm there will be a parade down… View more
The Hunters Corner Fire Truck Muster will be held on the 29th September 2018 in the Kolmar Sports Centre car park at 295 Great South Road, Papatoetoe.

From 9.00am – 2.00pm there will be a static display of vintage, quirky and modern fire fighting vehicles. At 2.00pm there will be a parade down Great South Road from the Kolmar Sports Centre to Maxwell Avenue.

There will be a miniature model display and kids' activities organised by the Historical Society.

Come dressed as a firefighter and be in to win a spot prize!

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2144 days ago

Enrol now at Aorere College for 2019

Aorere College

Hi neighbours - It's time to enrol at Aorere College for 2019. The Aorere College 2018 student roll is at 1,550 - it has never been higher!

Academic achievement:
• 65% overall pass rate across all three NCEA levels in 2015, 2016, 2017, including 2 scholarships. (Best ever results).
• … View more
Hi neighbours - It's time to enrol at Aorere College for 2019. The Aorere College 2018 student roll is at 1,550 - it has never been higher!

Academic achievement:
• 65% overall pass rate across all three NCEA levels in 2015, 2016, 2017, including 2 scholarships. (Best ever results).
• Currently learning pathways are diverse and personalised (tertiary links) (Years 12 & 13)
• 2017 Education Perfect Competition: Mathematics 4th in NZ
• 2015 - 2017 Education Perfect Competition: Science and Social Sciences top 10 in NZ

Learning environment and student development:
• Students learn in a fully wireless, modern learning environment. Teachers encourage students to bring their own technology devices to support learning
• Focus on AO WAY (Attitude, Organisation)
• Personalised Learning Pathways
• X Curricular and flexible options and subject choices

Culture:
• Annual Exchange with Jishukan High School in Japan.
• Boys’ and Girls’ Choirs, School Band, Barbershop Quartet, Dance, Performing Arts, Poetry Club, Aorere ‘Film Academy’, Hawaiian Cultural Exchange programme, Six Cultural Groups (with consistently high results both regionally and nationally).
• 2016 School Production ‘Parting Stage’ (1st School Production to be commercially hosted by Auckland Live). 2018 ‘Daily WhiteToast’ (Auckland Live).
• 2017 Dance - Megaschools Hip Hop National Champions.
• 2017 Music - Pacifica Beats Band & Barbershop Quartet National Champions.
• 2018 Dance – GenX Champions.

Sports achievements:
•The only Counties/ Manukau school which has teams in Premier Rugby, Netball, and Rugby League competitions.
• 2014/ 2016 Counties/Manukau Sport’s College of the Year.
• 2015 Junior Girls’ Auckland Volleyball Champions
• 2015/ 2016 1st XV National Co-EducationalTop 4
• 2016 Senior Boys Auckland Rugby 7’s Championship
•2016 Girls U15 Rugby 7 National Finalists
• 2016 Under 14 Rugby Auckland Championship
• 2016 Premier Girls Netball & Volleyball Nationals - Top 10
• 2018 Currently 4 premier sports teams in the most elite Auckland competitions (1st XV Rugby, 1st XIII League, Senior Girls’ Volleyball and Netball)
• 2017 Under 15, 17 and 19 Basketball teams all Counties/Manukau finalists
•There has never been a higher involvement of students and staff

Enrolment information available on our website www.aorere.ac.nz/enrolments or contact us on 09 278 5608 to find out how you can enrol your child for 2019.

NB: School tours are available at 11:45 on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Enrol here!

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