Wai O Taiki Bay, Auckland

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1659 days ago

2 x Ikea filing cabinets

Edwin from St Heliers

Filing cabinets in excellent condition - they are keyed alike so the key opens both locks.

Holds A4 files (not the larger foolscap size).

Details here (our ones are grey not white)

m.ikea.com...

$40 each or $70 for both

Negotiable

1659 days ago

$ave the GST. Hurry - ends soon!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene cardholder, get an extra 5% off!

If you don’t have your Resene card yet, … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene cardholder, get an extra 5% off!

If you don’t have your Resene card yet, sign up free online, or when you’re in store.

Hurry sale ends soon! Happy decorating!

*Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 29 January 2020. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.
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1659 days ago

We’re adjusting the electorate boundaries

Electoral Commission

We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View more
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.

Have your say now at vote.nz
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1660 days ago

Sonographer strike expected to cause 'major disruption'

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Sonographers are going on strike for 12 weeks across Auckland's three district health boards from Saturday, potentially impacting patient wait times.

Have you been affected by the strike action?

Please write 'NFP' if your comments are not for print.

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1660 days ago

Moving back to the UK

Nathan from St Heliers

Send me a message if you’re interested In any of our things and we can discuss a price.

Items left:
- 2015 Suzuki GN125 10.3km’s (great little commuter, never had any issues with it, does ~300km for $20!)
- Panasonic sound bar & subwoofer surround sound system
- 200ml bottle of … View more
Send me a message if you’re interested In any of our things and we can discuss a price.

Items left:
- 2015 Suzuki GN125 10.3km’s (great little commuter, never had any issues with it, does ~300km for $20!)
- Panasonic sound bar & subwoofer surround sound system
- 200ml bottle of Jameson’s with a purchase! :D

Negotiable

1660 days ago

The team from BreastScreen Auckland

Breast Screen Auckland

Kia ora It’s Miriam and the team from BreastScreen Auckland

BreastScreen Auckland is excited about supporting women in our community aged 45-69 have their FREE BreastScreen (breast x-ray) in their neighbourhood.

We know that being able to have your mammogram close to where you live, work … View more
Kia ora It’s Miriam and the team from BreastScreen Auckland

BreastScreen Auckland is excited about supporting women in our community aged 45-69 have their FREE BreastScreen (breast x-ray) in their neighbourhood.

We know that being able to have your mammogram close to where you live, work and/or play means less travel and more time for you.

If you need more information, please feel free to drop in and chat to Tangi and team on the Mobile Screening unit between 8.30 – 4.30pm or visit us online at www.timetoscreen.nz.

2 Locations for the mobile units are Lynfield Countdown Hillsborough Road (8th Jan - 5th Feb) and Mt. Albert YMCA 773 New North Road (7th Feb - 13th Mar)

Registering is easy, just select from one of the 5 options below which best suits you:

* Call 0800 270 200 (select 2)
* Text “Breast” to 226
* Email: info@breastscreen.co.nz
* Ask your GP Practice Team or
* www.timetoscreen.nz

Become a Neighbourly Champion by encouraging women in your life aged 45-69 to go for their FREE mammogram (Breast x-ray) every 2 years.

Come in and visit us outside the Langimalie Health Centre on 29 Hill Street, Onehunga from 25th November – 18th December or at 12 St Marks Road, Remuera.
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1661 days ago

Lamp rewiring

Cam from St Heliers

Have an old lamp that needs all wiring updated. Anyone able to look at this task?

1661 days ago

Now's the time for a clean out

The Team from Auckland Council

Every area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.

You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09… View more
Every area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.

You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09 301 0101
• Or visit one of our service centres

Once you’ve made a booking, you’ll be given a timeframe for when collections will happen in your area. You can book as early as you like and cancel if you no longer need the service. Book your inorganic collection today and help reduce waste going to landfill.
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1661 days ago

Need a Bathroom and Laundry Makeover?

The Team from The Building Guys

Need a Bathroom and Laundry Makeover? Call our friendly Team Today!

We focus on high-quality home improvements with our speciality being your dream kitchen, bathroom and laundry makeover. We promise quality work and to give a fair price.

If you need professional friendly people to help you … View more
Need a Bathroom and Laundry Makeover? Call our friendly Team Today!

We focus on high-quality home improvements with our speciality being your dream kitchen, bathroom and laundry makeover. We promise quality work and to give a fair price.

If you need professional friendly people to help you transform any room or space in your house then call us today!

Website: www.thebuildingguys.co.nz

Book Appointment: https://thebuildingguys.as.me
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1661 days ago

Fish Frames (good for fish stock)

Linley from Glendowie

Freshly caught fish (2 hours ago) just filleted and I now have the Fish frames if any use to anyone.

Must be picked up in next half hour please

Txt 0275 515210

Free

1663 days ago

Plastic Bags that can no longer be used

Kate from St Heliers

does anyone have or know of a business that might have plastic bags that can no longer be used (legislation). A local foodbank would be very grateful to have them donated. please let me know, thanks Kate 0274 767 855

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1661 days ago

Yellow pages opt out

Leonne from Glendowie

Remember to opt out of the yellow pages to reduce Waste. Only 3 days left. ypgbooks.co.nz...

1680 days ago

Garage open open holidays

Stuart from Saint Johns

Are there any mechanics/garages open over the holidays where I can get my car repaired? I've called three and all are closed.

1662 days ago

Recipe: Fried Garlic Prawns with Mayo

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Prawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.

Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are … View more
Prawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.

Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are larger. There are both freshwater and marine varieties. Most prawns are imported frozen into NZ although there is growing local supply. So when you see “fresh” prawns they have generally been defrosted. Fresh prawns in many cases appear green or grey and it is only when cooked, that the colour changes to what we recognise as “pink” prawns. If you buy prawns or scrimps that are pink, this means that they have been cooked.

Then, there are a series of questions to ask:
• Do you cook them in their shells or peel before cooking?
• Do you remove the head and just cook the tail?
• Do you remove the vein (intestinal tract) or black line that runs down the back?

You can use prawns for the same recipe whether they are peeled or deveined. Many people believe that cooking prawns with the shell will enhance the flavour of the broth and result in more succulent prawn meat. The downside is that they are a bit messier to eat. To peel the prawns, you just need to wriggle them a little and ease off the shell, piece by piece.

There is no big deal about cooking prawns with the head on – it is more a cultural thing about people not wanting to see the eyes! The head pulls off easily if you twist it. The tip of the tail can be removed in the same way.
The prawn is de-veined or has the intestinal tract removed as many consider it the prawn more attractive without the black line. It also removes the prawn's stomach waste so that you do not need to eat it! See below for the method.

Like all seafood, prawns should be eaten as soon as possible and not left in the refrigerator for days. If they smell off when you come to cook them, your only choice is to throw them out!

Fried in garlic and paired with home-made mayo showcases these crustaceans at their best.

Check out the full recipe on the link below.

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