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Since we all love our mattress, it stands for a simple reason that we should also take care of it. Since mattresses don’t last forever and health experts recommend that you replace your mattress after 7 to 8 years threshold. This way you can experience the comfort of sleeping on a mattress that … View moreSince we all love our mattress, it stands for a simple reason that we should also take care of it. Since mattresses don’t last forever and health experts recommend that you replace your mattress after 7 to 8 years threshold. This way you can experience the comfort of sleeping on a mattress that is hygienic and provides you adequate support so you can enjoy some much-needed sleep. The older mattresses are subjected to
The Night Noodle Markets opens next Friday 29th November at Auckland’s Victoria Park, where noodles will be flying off your dish and into your mouth!
We have your meal prep sorted for 10 nights! #misofull
CLICK HERE for the official map and menu
When: Friday 29 Nov - Sunday 8 Dec
Where: … View moreThe Night Noodle Markets opens next Friday 29th November at Auckland’s Victoria Park, where noodles will be flying off your dish and into your mouth!
We have your meal prep sorted for 10 nights! #misofull
CLICK HERE for the official map and menu
When: Friday 29 Nov - Sunday 8 Dec
Where: Auckland’s Victoria Park
Hours: Open from 4pm - 10pm daily
(9pm close on the last night)
Cashless: Just tap or swipe
Free Entry
Live Entertainment
Licenced Bar
Dogs welcome on a leash
Got what it takes to be more Neighbourly? You could win an exclusive concert in your neighbourhood from one of the supporting acts from this summer’s SIX60 tour.
We also have 20 DOUBLE PASSES to give away to Neighbourly members for each of the regional concerts.
To be eligible, we’ll … View moreGot what it takes to be more Neighbourly? You could win an exclusive concert in your neighbourhood from one of the supporting acts from this summer’s SIX60 tour.
We also have 20 DOUBLE PASSES to give away to Neighbourly members for each of the regional concerts.
To be eligible, we’ll need to see you being more Neighbourly. Whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting a neighbour to join the site (we’ve pulled together a few more ideas here).
A kebab shop owner who has been feeding homeless people on Sundays has been asked to stop by a local…
A three-year battle over an $80 speeding ticket has landed an Auckland man with a legal bill topping…
Realistic prices It all must go as we want to put the car back in the garage.
Camping gear Portable stove, Portable toilet, Girl guide camp box, Old fishing tackle box, Camping mattress
Blankets ( pure wool) Feather duvet,
Roll away bed
Plumbing Taps Double and single ( 60’s Style)
Lots of NEW… View moreRealistic prices It all must go as we want to put the car back in the garage.
Camping gear Portable stove, Portable toilet, Girl guide camp box, Old fishing tackle box, Camping mattress
Blankets ( pure wool) Feather duvet,
Roll away bed
Plumbing Taps Double and single ( 60’s Style)
Lots of NEW home office stationary, Study Desk
Men and Ladies clothing and shoes
NEW Snazzy reading glass frames
Chairs, Toys,
General household goods
Come and cherry pick through.
Hi neighbours, At 16, West Aucklander KDee Aimiti Ma'ia'i left school to support her family. Now, the Avondale resident has just become New Zealand's first woman of Pacific descent to receive a prestigious scholarship to Oxford University to complete a doctorate in international … View moreHi neighbours, At 16, West Aucklander KDee Aimiti Ma'ia'i left school to support her family. Now, the Avondale resident has just become New Zealand's first woman of Pacific descent to receive a prestigious scholarship to Oxford University to complete a doctorate in international development.
A woman has been arrested and charged after an incident at a medical centre in West Auckland. Poli…
A woman who was seriously injured after being shot while driving on Auckland's northwestern motorway…
100 wide x 115 high x 11 deep (cm) – There are two available at this size.
They are good sturdy gates that have been reinforced with nail plates on the corners to keep their shape.
They come with strap hinges already fitted, so all you need to do is fit the other piece with the pin to the post … View more100 wide x 115 high x 11 deep (cm) – There are two available at this size.
They are good sturdy gates that have been reinforced with nail plates on the corners to keep their shape.
They come with strap hinges already fitted, so all you need to do is fit the other piece with the pin to the post and sit the gate on them.
Both parts of the hinge are supplied with the gates, and so are the screw bolts to fit them to the post.
Pickup only please - from West Auckland in the region of Royal Road.
Too often we think that picking up litter is someone else’s job - but collecting rubbish is such a simple way we can help our community, the environment and our own health and wellbeing.
This is why Resene is proud to sponsor the “Walk & Collect Weekend” on December 7 and 8. Take a … View moreToo often we think that picking up litter is someone else’s job - but collecting rubbish is such a simple way we can help our community, the environment and our own health and wellbeing.
This is why Resene is proud to sponsor the “Walk & Collect Weekend” on December 7 and 8. Take a walk over the weekend and collect a bag of rubbish in your community - it's simple but with a collective effort can make a big difference.
It's free to participate and there are prizes to be won - including a $200 Resene Gift Card! Simply head to their event page and register your interest.
A caring community is one that’s there for us in good times, and in our times of need. That’s the community Hoko and Glenda found at Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“The staff are absolutely amazing,” explains Glenda. “They go out of their way to speak to you, to make … View moreA caring community is one that’s there for us in good times, and in our times of need. That’s the community Hoko and Glenda found at Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“The staff are absolutely amazing,” explains Glenda. “They go out of their way to speak to you, to make sure you’re ok.”
Hoko and Glenda feel very fortunate for the support they received when Hoko experienced some health issues. It wasn’t just the village staff who provided support, the whole community rallied around them.
“When I got sick the community itself looked after me,” Hoko explains.
“I can’t speak highly enough of the staff here,” Glenda says.
A man has been found guilty of murdering British backpacker Grace Millane by a jury at the High Cour…
This curry keeps well in the fridge for a few days and the leftovers taste even better the next day.
Ingredients
1 kg Chicken pieces, including thighs, drums, wings
2 cloves Garlic
5 cm Fresh ginger, peeled
1 med Onion, peeled and cut into quaters
1 Tbsp Oil
1 large Lemon, or lime, freshly… View moreThis curry keeps well in the fridge for a few days and the leftovers taste even better the next day.
Ingredients
1 kg Chicken pieces, including thighs, drums, wings
2 cloves Garlic
5 cm Fresh ginger, peeled
1 med Onion, peeled and cut into quaters
1 Tbsp Oil
1 large Lemon, or lime, freshly juiced
1 Tbsp Cumin seeds
1 pinch Cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp Tomato paste
½ cup Cream, or yoghurt
Directions
Remove skin from the chicken if you prefer.
Place garlic, ginger and onion in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Add 150ml water to make into a thin puree.
Heat the oil in a heavy-based frying pan. When hot, add the chicken pieces and brown on both sides. While cooking season with salt.
When the chicken is nicely browned, squeeze over the lemon juice and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Add the cumin seeds, cayenne and tomato paste.
Pour in the garlic, onion and ginger puree, cover the frying pan with a lid and simmer for 5 minutes.
Turn the chicken. Stir in the cream or yoghurt. Add enough water to cover the chicken, cover and continue to cook on a low heat for 20-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. Cooking time will depend on the cut of chicken you have used and whether it is on the bone.
Check for seasoning — you may need more salt or cayenne if you like it hot.
Remove from the heat and rest with the lid on for 5-10 minutes. The chicken will keep cooking in this time and will be more tender when you come to eat it.
Serve with rice and steamed seasonal vegetables.
Click below to read some interesting cooking tips!
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