Totara Park – Alfriston, Auckland

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156 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation Lotteries

Don’t miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful Papamoa, worth just over $1.1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by … View more
Don’t miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful Papamoa, worth just over $1.1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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156 days ago

Masterclass: Conquer Stress

Kim from Papakura

Conquering Stress Master Class: 🔑 Unlock the secrets to managing stress, fatigue & burnout and transform your life today!

🤔Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daily pressures of life?

Join us for an empowering workshop where you'll learn how to overcome stress, combat fatigue, … View more
Conquering Stress Master Class: 🔑 Unlock the secrets to managing stress, fatigue & burnout and transform your life today!

🤔Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daily pressures of life?

Join us for an empowering workshop where you'll learn how to overcome stress, combat fatigue, and prevent burnout... so you can reclaim your vitality and thrive!

Why should you come to "Conquering Stress" Master Class?
🤯 Explore the sources and effects of stress on your mind and body, and learn practical strategies to manage it effectively.
🚶See the signs of burnout and develop a personalised plan to prevent it,
💤 Discover the causes of fatigue and learn how to boost your energy levels through lifestyle changes,
🤗 Look for simple lifestyle changes can effectively manage stress, combat fatigue, and prevent burnout.
Details: Come along to a two-hour masterclass on how foods and lifestyle can make such a difference to your health and wellbeing.

The Masterclass will be a lecture-style presentation with Kim Stirling, Naturopath - and there will also be five delicious recipes demonstrated... and tasted!

Here’s what you will learn:
✅ Understanding Stress: gain insight into the different types of stress, and how stress can affect your body and mind.
✅ Recognising Symptoms: see how to identify the physical, emotional, and behavioural signs of stress.
✅ Effective Stress Management Techniques: we will look at ways to calm stress.
✅ Building Resilience: develop skills to enhance your resilience and maintain a positive outlook.
✅ Creating a Personal Stress Management Plan: you will leave with action plan to integrate stress management practices into your daily routine.

You can choose to attend in person or join us virtually on Zoom.

When: Tuesday June 18 at 7.00pm - 9.00pm
Where: The Church Hall, 12 Alpha Street, Papakura - or on Zoom
To book: Go to livingwellwithpapakurasda.co.nz...
Email - hello@livingwellwithpapakurasda.co.nz
Phone or text Kim - on 021 209 5058
Cost: $5.00 Pay with cash or eftpos (no credit cards).

Your host:
Kim is a dedicated naturopath, medical herbalist, and holistic nutritionist with a passion for the medicinal properties of plant-based foods. With nearly two decades of experience and qualifications in naturopathy and herbal medicine, Kim co-manages The Herbary Dispensary & Naturopathic Clinic in Pukekohe, where she continues to empower individuals on their journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

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158 days ago

Lounge Suite Sale

Dave from Takanini Traders

**OUR KING'S BIRTHDAY SPECIALS ARE STILL ONGOING - OUR SUPPLIERS HAVE SAID TO KEEP THE PRICES LOW AND MEET THE MARKET🎯🎯🎯💲💲💲⬇⬇⬇🎁🎁✔
THESE ARE OUR LOWEST PRICES ON NEW LOUNGE SUITES SINCE WE OPENED 😍😍😍🎯🎯💲⬇⬇🎁🎁🎯
GET INTO THE FURNITURE… View more
**OUR KING'S BIRTHDAY SPECIALS ARE STILL ONGOING - OUR SUPPLIERS HAVE SAID TO KEEP THE PRICES LOW AND MEET THE MARKET🎯🎯🎯💲💲💲⬇⬇⬇🎁🎁✔
THESE ARE OUR LOWEST PRICES ON NEW LOUNGE SUITES SINCE WE OPENED 😍😍😍🎯🎯💲⬇⬇🎁🎁🎯
GET INTO THE FURNITURE CLEARANCE STORES AT PUKEKOHE AND TAKANINI - 💲💲⬇⬇🎯🎯🚗

FORMERLY TRADERS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SUPER-LOW PRICES ⬇⬇💲💲
33 NELSON ST AND 211 GREAT SOUTH RD TAKANINI**

158 days ago

Poppa's pulled pork

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

As the weather cools and cosy evenings become the norm, there’s nothing better than cranking up the heat and treating yourself to heartwarming comfort food. If you're craving a winter recipe that'll warm you from the inside out, look no further than Brent's irresistible slow-cooked… View moreAs the weather cools and cosy evenings become the norm, there’s nothing better than cranking up the heat and treating yourself to heartwarming comfort food. If you're craving a winter recipe that'll warm you from the inside out, look no further than Brent's irresistible slow-cooked pulled pork. Its smoky, aromatic scent often wafts from Brent’s apartment at Ryman’s Kevin Hickman Village, tempting taste buds and stirring appetites. With its tender meat and velvety sauce, this dish is every bit as delicious as it sounds – you’ll be reaching for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths!

Click read more for the full recipe.

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163 days ago

Poll: Are swear words no longer?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to… View more
In 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Are swear words no longer?
  • 20.8% Yes - swear words don't phase me
    20.8% Complete
  • 48.5% No - it's still inappropriate to swear
    48.5% Complete
  • 30% It's depends on the word
    30% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below!
    0.8% Complete
2899 votes
158 days ago

Sunshine state of mind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Manukau

Create a mood-enhancing workspace at home with a fresh and uplifting colour palette with Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen and Resene Lustacryl.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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159 days ago

The Building Guys

The Team from The Building Guys

Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), Kelvin (the plumber), Chevi (the electrician) and Russell (the tiler) to … View more
Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), Kelvin (the plumber), Chevi (the electrician) and Russell (the tiler) to do every job right. Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

Book online using the link below or call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.

Be safe!
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159 days ago

Make your family aware: Scam posing as officers returns

The Team from New Zealand Police

A phone scam is re-emerging with cold calling swindlers claiming to be Police officers.

New Zealand Police are advising the public to be vigilant, after a handful of reports have been made in recent days. Unfortunately, at least two elderly Aucklanders have been conned out of tens of thousands … View more
A phone scam is re-emerging with cold calling swindlers claiming to be Police officers.

New Zealand Police are advising the public to be vigilant, after a handful of reports have been made in recent days. Unfortunately, at least two elderly Aucklanders have been conned out of tens of thousands of dollars.

Waitematā CIB’s Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting says scammers are cold calling, mainly on landlines, and claim to be a Police officer.“They will also provide a fake ID or badge number to make their call seem legitimate,” he says.“This person will carry on and provide a reason for their call: either they are investigating fake bank notes, or that your credit card has been cloned.

“As part of this scam, they will ask you to withdraw money from a nearby bank to be collected or ask you to provide further financial or banking information to aid their investigation.”

Be aware: this is a scam call.

Police are investigating two reports this week, in south Auckland and the North Shore, where two people have fallen victim to the scam. “Both victims withdrew cash from a bank and handed this over to someone who arrived at their door to collect it under the fake cover story,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says.“These victims have had their good-will and trust trodden on by these scammers.”

Investigation staff have ensured there is support available for the victims. Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says: “Scammers have no ethics whatsoever and will take any opportunity to try and con you.“These scams take many forms, and the offenders trick people under a variety of guises or storylines.”

There are occasions where legitimate Police officers will contact people as part of their duties, he says.

Police are asking the community to be aware and take the opportunity to spread the word amongst friends and family members. “We are particularly keen to ensure elder family members are aware of what is happening,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says. “If anyone receives a call of this nature, hang up.

“If you have had the unfortunate position of being a victim to this scam and have not reported this, we encourage you to report this to Police.”

Please remember:
- Police will never call to ask you for bank details, pin numbers or passwords
- Police do not offer prize money
- Police will not ask you to go to a bank to withdraw money
- If you receive a call out of the blue of a similar nature: challenge the caller to identify themselves, ask for their details.
- Hang up, contact 105 to verify the ID and request the officer to contact you
- If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

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159 days ago

Donations Needed

Sheryl Harris from Red Cross Shop Takanini

Donations Needed
Give a little, Help a lot

Donate to your local Red Cross Shop Takanini today

Drop items off during opening hours:
Mon-Fri 9-5
Sat 9-4… View more
Donations Needed
Give a little, Help a lot

Donate to your local Red Cross Shop Takanini today

Drop items off during opening hours:
Mon-Fri 9-5
Sat 9-4
Sun 10-4

Alternatively call 09 2991311 to schedule large or bulky furniture items to be picked up

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160 days ago

Open Thursdays 10am - 2pm

Bev Goodall from Activate Link Op Shop - Activate Church Papakura

Hi everyone, Activate Op Shop will be open again tomorrow after an unexpected closure for the last two weeks due to health issues. Apologies for the inconvenience. We look forward to seeing you there as you check out our good quality and affordable items.
Down the drive at 11 Tironui Rd, … View more
Hi everyone, Activate Op Shop will be open again tomorrow after an unexpected closure for the last two weeks due to health issues. Apologies for the inconvenience. We look forward to seeing you there as you check out our good quality and affordable items.
Down the drive at 11 Tironui Rd, Takanini. Parking at the back.

160 days ago

Open Thursdays 10am - 2pm

Bev Goodall from Activate Link Op Shop - Activate Church Papakura

Hi everyone, the shop will be open again tomorrow after an unexpected closure for the last two weeks due to health issues. Apologies for the inconvenience. We look forward to seeing you there tomorrow as you check out our great selection of good quality and affordable items.
Down the drive at 11 … View more
Hi everyone, the shop will be open again tomorrow after an unexpected closure for the last two weeks due to health issues. Apologies for the inconvenience. We look forward to seeing you there tomorrow as you check out our great selection of good quality and affordable items.
Down the drive at 11 Tironui Rd. Parking at the back.

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161 days ago

Nothing but smiles...

Manukau Toyota

Nothing but smiles and thumbs up for Aly’s new Hilux Cruiser.

Ken and the team look forward to seeing you next time you’re in.

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162 days ago

This week's prize winners

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've pulled four names this week of members across the country. The winners of the $100 Prezzy® cards are:

Sheena Bond from Napier

Ralph Dixon from Rotorua

Katie Johnston from Invercargill

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We've pulled four names this week of members across the country. The winners of the $100 Prezzy® cards are:

Sheena Bond from Napier

Ralph Dixon from Rotorua

Katie Johnston from Invercargill

Samantha Sanderson from Beckenham

Winners can get in touch here or by emailing helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz before 18th June.

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162 days ago

Paint it Green with Resene this June and help the New Zealand Trees That Count programme!

Resene

Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers … View more
Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-30 June 2024 at Resene owned ColorShops.

Trees That Count are an environmental charity on a mission to plant millions more native trees throughout New Zealand. Trees That Count runs the country’s only marketplace which provides a place for anyone to fund or gift native trees. This support is matched with planters throughout the country who are restoring, and growing, precious wildlife corridors or pockets of native forest, turning small projects into mighty ones.

To find your nearest Resene ColorShop, click here.

For more information on Trees That Count, visit us.
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170 days ago

NBLY Conversations: What is the etiquette for bin day?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We think there are unspoken rules for bin day, but are we adhering to the same ones?

Do you think twice about dragging your bin to the pavement in the early hours? Do you mind if neighbours put excess rubbish in your bin? Share your bin day etiquette and let's compare notes!

Type … View more
We think there are unspoken rules for bin day, but are we adhering to the same ones?

Do you think twice about dragging your bin to the pavement in the early hours? Do you mind if neighbours put excess rubbish in your bin? Share your bin day etiquette and let's compare notes!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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