Totara Vale, Auckland

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22 days ago

Your favourite reads are on offer

Mags4Gifts

Our best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a … View moreOur best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a handy way to get your gifting sorted without leaving home). SHOP NOW

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27 days ago

Poll: Can changing the way we shop actually make a difference? 💸💸💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.

If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. … View more
Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.

If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. Shifting a portion of that toward small, local retailers can make a huge difference for the wider small-business economy.

Read business journalist Aimee Shaw's piece.

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Can changing the way we shop actually make a difference? 💸💸💸
  • 67% Yes - where you shop has impact
    67% Complete
  • 33% No - price and quality is what matters
    33% Complete
615 votes
25 days ago

ENGLISH SOCIAL GROUP 😁 Forrest Hill Church, 151 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill

Helen from Totara Vale

Welcome to our English Social Group on Monday 1st December. The morning session is 🌻 10am-12pm 😄 or the evening group is 7pm- 830pm. Come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided at … View moreWelcome to our English Social Group on Monday 1st December. The morning session is 🌻 10am-12pm 😄 or the evening group is 7pm- 830pm. Come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided at both groups. A gold coin donation 🪙appreciated to cover costs, but not necessary. Everybody welcome. Bring a friend along if you wish. Laughter & fun guaranteed! 🤣🍒 See you there! Cheers Helen

22 days ago

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP 😁 Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 8-10 Penzance Road, Mairangi Bay

Helen from Totara Vale

Need help learning English ? 😄 Join us at our friendly church for the English Conversation Group on Wednesday 3rd December 1pm - 230pm. No skill level required. We can also help you with any questions you may have about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All … View moreNeed help learning English ? 😄 Join us at our friendly church for the English Conversation Group on Wednesday 3rd December 1pm - 230pm. No skill level required. We can also help you with any questions you may have about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All welcome. A donation greatly appreciated but not necessary. Laughter guaranteed! See you there!! Cheers Helen😁

23 days ago

Look out for hornets

Ministry for Primary Industries

There have been recent detections of yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) in Auckland.

If you think you have found a hornet or its nest in your area, take a clear photo and report:
• online at  report.mpi.govt.nz
• by calling our exotic pest and disease hotline on  0800 80 99 66

The… View more
There have been recent detections of yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) in Auckland.

If you think you have found a hornet or its nest in your area, take a clear photo and report:
• online at  report.mpi.govt.nz
• by calling our exotic pest and disease hotline on  0800 80 99 66

The yellow-legged hornet has distinctive dark legs with bright yellow tips. Hornets are also much larger than honeybees and common wasp species seen in New Zealand.

The yellow-legged hornet is a biosecurity concern due to its potential impact on honeybee and wild bee populations.
Find out more

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23 days ago

One week to go - Join us for the SPCA Hobsonville Open Day on Sunday, 7 December!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Come explore our newly renovated animal centre, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, family-friendly games, a Better Eggs BBQ, and fun activities for kids — including SPCA Inspector dress-ups!

?️ Tours are limited and booking up fast, so pre-book on the SPCA website to secure your spot.

Bring … View more
Come explore our newly renovated animal centre, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, family-friendly games, a Better Eggs BBQ, and fun activities for kids — including SPCA Inspector dress-ups!

?️ Tours are limited and booking up fast, so pre-book on the SPCA website to secure your spot.

Bring the whānau, meet the team and see how SPCA helps protect animals in need. We’d love to see you there!?

Address: 6 Rawiri Place, Hobsonville, Auckland 0618
Book your tour at: centreopenday.spca.nz...

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23 days ago

One week to go - Join us for the SPCA Hobsonville Open Day on Sunday, 7 December!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Come explore our newly renovated animal centre, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, family-friendly games, a Better Eggs BBQ, and fun activities for kids — including SPCA Inspector dress-ups!

?️ Tours are limited and booking up fast, so pre-book on the SPCA website to secure your spot.

Bring … View more
Come explore our newly renovated animal centre, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, family-friendly games, a Better Eggs BBQ, and fun activities for kids — including SPCA Inspector dress-ups!

?️ Tours are limited and booking up fast, so pre-book on the SPCA website to secure your spot.

Bring the whānau, meet the team and see how SPCA helps protect animals in need. We’d love to see you there!?

Address: 6 Rawiri Place, Hobsonville, Auckland 0618
Book your tour at: centreopenday.spca.nz...

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23 days ago

FACT FRIDAY....BOO BOO

Bruce from Whole 9 Yards

What a typo 1983 ...yeah right.
Should be 1893
Easily done, we can't rewrite history....p

23 days ago

50% off ALL Clothing

The Team from Vinnies Op Shop Glenfield

including our designer rack, for this Friday and Saturday. November 28-29

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24 days ago

Dive into Creativity: Turn Terracotta Pots into Colorful Sea Creatures with Resene Paint

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

There’s lots to explore on the ocean floor by transforming terracotta pots into sensational sea creatures using Resene paint. Gather the kids and your Resene testpots. Find out how to make and paint your own ocean friends with these easy step by step instructions.

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24 days ago

Success isn’t just about numbers; it’s about making the right decisions at the right time.

Moore Markhams

At Moore Markhams, we work alongside you to understand your goals and help you navigate challenges, from tax compliance to business strategy.

As part of a global network, we provide local expertise backed by international connections, so you’re supported every step of the way.

Discover howView more
At Moore Markhams, we work alongside you to understand your goals and help you navigate challenges, from tax compliance to business strategy.

As part of a global network, we provide local expertise backed by international connections, so you’re supported every step of the way.

Discover how Moore Markhams Auckland and our nationwide team can help your business thrive.
Find out more

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24 days ago

Love Food Hate Waste workshop tonight @ Glenfield Library

Honour Zhu from Glenfield Library

Join Pip tonight 6pm, at Glenfield Library for this Love Food Hate Waste workshop and get tips and tricks to create leftover inspired snacks & meals to prepare for the summer season.
You’ll also get great advice about how to be creative with your fresh food and leftovers, to help them last … View more
Join Pip tonight 6pm, at Glenfield Library for this Love Food Hate Waste workshop and get tips and tricks to create leftover inspired snacks & meals to prepare for the summer season.
You’ll also get great advice about how to be creative with your fresh food and leftovers, to help them last longer. Making the most of the food we have helps save money and is better for the environment.
This Love Food Hate Waste workshop is proudly supported by Auckland Council and delivered by Compost Collective.

Please RSVP to compostcollective.org.nz

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24 days ago

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP 😁 Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 8-10 Penzance Road, Mairangi Bay

Helen from Totara Vale

Need help learning English ? 😄 Join us at our friendly church for the English Conversation Group on Wednesday 3rd December 1pm - 230pm. No skill level required. We can also help you with any questions you may have about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All … View moreNeed help learning English ? 😄 Join us at our friendly church for the English Conversation Group on Wednesday 3rd December 1pm - 230pm. No skill level required. We can also help you with any questions you may have about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All welcome. A donation greatly appreciated but not necessary. Laughter guaranteed! See you there!! Cheers Helen😁

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30 days ago

PUBLIC SPEECH on the 29th of NOVEMBER

Giuseppe from Milford

Hi,

Please join my speech about the renaissance in Italy and an Italian gem in Auckland.

See you there

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25 days ago

Night-time roadworks on SH16

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).

Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the … View more
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).

Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
Find out more

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