Sunnyhills, Auckland

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

1162 days ago

Unmask your creativity and lift your wellbeing at Dance Yourself Happy.

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

Dancing is a form of expression that has evolved from one generation to another. European Medieval dances as depicted in Nicolas Poussin's (1634) painting, Dance to the Music of Life, were once popular among common and wealthy classes.

As time went by, during the Renaissance, a lot of new … View more
Dancing is a form of expression that has evolved from one generation to another. European Medieval dances as depicted in Nicolas Poussin's (1634) painting, Dance to the Music of Life, were once popular among common and wealthy classes.

As time went by, during the Renaissance, a lot of new dances were created. The waltz started in the mid-19th century and became very popular. The English Queen Victoria fell in-love with waltz and it has been loved in the UK since her era.

Ballet originated in the Italian Renaissance Courts and was widely funded by the wife of King Henry II of France. Later on, ballet became popular in France. Ballet and its popularity continued to spread around the world and it was eventually loved in Russia in the nineteenth century. Popular ballet acts such as The Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty were all created in Russia.

Tango is deep rooted and was first danced in Europe before the First World War. Often, you can see the symbol of a cat stalking its prey as a signature move in tango. Today, tango sits a throne in ballroom dance rooms and people adore it!

Rumba is associated with fun and parties. Rumba's first big influence can be tracked back in the 16th century. This type of dance is loved for its vigorous, expressive movements along with the lively tune from drums, maracas and other percussion.

Enter the 1970s, the time when hip hop began to move its groove. Sometimes called street dancing, hip hop has become an evolving culture with various styles like breaking, popping and locking. The modern world, specifically youth, have continued to adopt hip hop.

The history of dance is surely more than what ancient books or cave walls can depict. Whatever or wherever the first dance was on Earth, it since has come a long way. Whoever it was to have created the very first dance -- that is something we may never know. There is something about great dancers that will fascinate you. They are disciplined and perfectionists. With their routines, they are on their peaked motor fitness, have strong endurance and outstanding muscular strength. They are agile, flexible and well-coordinated.

Dance Yourself Happy is not disciplined! Its a body shaking, foot stomping, unstructured disco style event. It's purely for fun! These free sessions especially designed by Mari Pettersson for the community, offer a lot of health benefits as well - from weight management to cognitive improvements and even in building better social skills.

A Dance Yourself Happy session helps to strengthen the heart and lungs and building stronger bones and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. What’s more fascinating is that everyone can dance. Don’t say you can’t dance because everybody can!

See you back in COVID-19 Alert Level 2.

#DanceYourselfHappy

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1162 days ago

Funding Options for Your Organisation FREE ZOOM WORKSHOP

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

All organisations in the voluntary and not-for-profit sector have had to grapple with the ever-changing environment of lockdown, funding pressures and fatigue.
Join us for a FREE, 90-minute workshop session on ZOOM, on what your organisation should consider now and next in relation to funding in … View more
All organisations in the voluntary and not-for-profit sector have had to grapple with the ever-changing environment of lockdown, funding pressures and fatigue.
Join us for a FREE, 90-minute workshop session on ZOOM, on what your organisation should consider now and next in relation to funding in this new era.
This online workshop will highlight the different pathways of funding including:
- Funding Options in the short term (relevant grant and virtual fundraising campaign options) and medium-term (partnerships, social enterprise) with presenter Therese Lanigan Behrent.
- Quick Response and Community Grants that are available (hear from Jacqui Johnston, Community Engagement Advisor, Foundation North).
- Crowdfunding to boost your funding (hear from Mel Steel, General Manager, Give-a-little).
WHERE/WHEN
On Zoom: Thursday, 30th September (10.00am – 11.30am).
COST: Free

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1163 days ago

Lost dog , pakuranga area

Kody from Highland Park

Lost dog found pakuranga area

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1164 days ago

Spring into adventure these school holidays!

Rotorua

Follow the sun to Rotorua - home of whānau fun, interesting places and friendly faces. We have everything you need for the school holidays right here. 

Find your next adventure with us.
Find out more

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1164 days ago

Free recruitment service finds perfect match

Competenz

After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

“We’d been … View more
After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

“We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years, says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “Competenz provided us with an excellent service and took all the hard work out of finding someone."

Read the full story here
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1164 days ago

Libraries closed at Level 3

Michelle from Highland Park

Following today’s government announcement, all Auckland Libraries will remain closed in Alert Level 3.

If you have any library items, please hold onto them and do not return them until we reopen. The due dates on your items have been extended, and we are no longer charging overdue fines.

You … View more
Following today’s government announcement, all Auckland Libraries will remain closed in Alert Level 3.

If you have any library items, please hold onto them and do not return them until we reopen. The due dates on your items have been extended, and we are no longer charging overdue fines.

You can access all our online services from home, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, LinkedIn Learning and Beamafilm.
Find out more here: bit.ly...

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1166 days ago

Door lock

Safin from Pakuranga Heights

Need help, my son was trying to open one of the doors around the house, and while turning, the key snapped. Any recommendations of someone who can fix this please. Or any ideas how i can remove the broken key

1164 days ago

Auckland to move down to Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland will move to Covid-19 Alert Level 3 at 11.59pm tomorrow, with the rest of the country remaining at Alert Level 2.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced the changes at a post-cabinet press conference on Monday afternoon.

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Auckland will move to Covid-19 Alert Level 3 at 11.59pm tomorrow, with the rest of the country remaining at Alert Level 2.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced the changes at a post-cabinet press conference on Monday afternoon.

Here's what you need to know:
- A refresh on Level 3 restrictions and what it means for you.
- Auckland will remain at Level 3 for at least two weeks.
- There have been 22 confirmed cases of Covid-19 reported by the Ministry of Health since 9.00am yesterday. 19 in Auckland, three in Whakatīwai, Waikato.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website.

For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.

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1164 days ago

School subjects.

NumberWorks'nWords Howick & Pakuranga

What do you think should be introduced or reintroduced as part of the curriculum in modern day schools?

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1165 days ago

Another Lockdown Kitchen Surprise 😋

Michael Ellse from Team Michael Ellse - Ray White

🚨 Don’t be fooled, this is not a hair tutorial on how to get luscious locks like Michael Ellse! This is in fact a mouth-watering dish that the whole family will love…Lamb Shanks! 😍

Check out the video and tag your family and friends because who doesn’t want Lamb Shanks for dinner … View more
🚨 Don’t be fooled, this is not a hair tutorial on how to get luscious locks like Michael Ellse! This is in fact a mouth-watering dish that the whole family will love…Lamb Shanks! 😍

Check out the video and tag your family and friends because who doesn’t want Lamb Shanks for dinner tonight! 😋

On a side note, do you think Michael Ellse should keep the hair do? We kind of love it! 😜 #teammichaelellse #quarantinecooking #lockdown

Ingredients:
2x Lamb Shanks
Flour
Salt & Pepper
1 chopped onion
1 clove garlic (crushed)
1 teaspoon of honey
1 cup of red wine
1 tin of chopped tomatoes
Chopped herbs - rosemary, mint & parsley

Recipe: (for 2)
1. Dust Lamb Shanks with flour, and salt & pepper.
3. Brown in frying pan and then pop into the slow cooker.
4. Put onion, garlic (crushed), honey, red wine, tinned tomatoes, chopped herbs (rosemary, mint, parsley) into slow cooker.
5. Cover the Lamb Shanks with chicken stock and salt & pepper.
6. Leave for 3 hours on high or 5 hours on low.

Check out the link below 😋

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1165 days ago

Laptop Backpack

Richard from RSS Communications and Security

EVERKI ContemPRO Commuter 15.6'' Laptop Backpack. The Perfect Commuter Laptop Backpack. Laptop & Tablet Compartment. Comfortable Carrying. Trolley Handle Pass-Thru.

Price: $65

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1165 days ago

LAPTOP BACKPACK

Richard from RSS Communications and Security

Laptop backpack for sale.
EVERKI ContemPRO Commuter 15.6'' Laptop Backpack. The Perfect Commuter Laptop Backpack. Laptop & Tablet Compartment. Comfortable Carrying. Trolley Handle Pass-Thru

Price: $63.25

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1165 days ago

Free moving boxes - Dannemora pickup

Sandy from Dannemora

Hi Everyone!

I have quite a few clean moving boxes of various sizes if anyone is looking for some.

Will organise contactless pickup.

Thanks!
Sandy

Free

1166 days ago

Very good condition used sneaker

Haitao (Paul) from Pakuranga Heights

Different size of shoes. Contactless pick from pakuranga Heights.pls contact 0211565242.if u hv any question.thank you!
golden one $30
Nike grey $20
Nike blue $30

Price: $30

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1172 days ago

Two Cats requiring their forever home

Cathie from Sunnyhills

Two Cats (1 Male/1 Female) requiring a forever home
Ginge (Male) and Blackie (Female)
Both cats have been well loved and spoilt and as such deserve to find the same in their new forever home. My Uncle has recently gone into care therefore re-homing them into loving homes either together or … View more
Two Cats (1 Male/1 Female) requiring a forever home
Ginge (Male) and Blackie (Female)
Both cats have been well loved and spoilt and as such deserve to find the same in their new forever home. My Uncle has recently gone into care therefore re-homing them into loving homes either together or seperate of one another is my priority. Blackie is the elder of the two and is very affectionate with an adorable personality and a cute squeak when she greets you. Ginge is a bit more independent however still enjoys a cuddle and pat. Their home is currently in Army Bay, Whangaparaoa and each kitty will come with a supply of food, flea treatment and a vet check (in Level 3). I would love to take them however we have two dogs and they are on the timid side in new situations. My thoughts and preference would be a home that has no dogs unless they are ambivalent towards cats.

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