Waiatarua, Auckland

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

680 days ago
682 days ago

A Man Called Otto

Sony Pictures NZ

Based on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an … View moreBased on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Experience a funny, heart-warming story about how some families come from the most unexpected places.

#AManCalledOtto, in cinemas January 1 – book tickets now!

Rating: M Offensive Language and suicide themes.
Book now

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695 days ago

Thursday funny (or is it?)

Fiona from Henderson

This in fact should be a real life tax/option.
Yes what I'm about to say is funny, but ... it's 100% a wonderful idea!!

When marijuana is legalised, all taxes on it should go to road repairs and let's call this programme 'Operation Pot Holes'

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682 days ago

Christmas Special Recipe - Chocolate Cupcakes

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

These delicious & decadent cupcakes ooze with mouthwatering texture and are topped with classic buttercream.
Link below for the recipe.

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697 days ago

Batteries put in household recycling or rubbish key cause of truck fires

The Team from Auckland Council

Hazardous waste items, namely batteries, put into household rubbish or recycling for collection are causing a rising number of fires in rubbish and recycling trucks in the Auckland region.

Click on 'Read More' to find out more about this issue and how to avoid it by safely disposing of… View more
Hazardous waste items, namely batteries, put into household rubbish or recycling for collection are causing a rising number of fires in rubbish and recycling trucks in the Auckland region.

Click on 'Read More' to find out more about this issue and how to avoid it by safely disposing of batteries and other hazardous waste.

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683 days ago

Check out our new store on Great North Road!!

The Gateau House

The 2022 Christmas Winter Wonderland Gateau.

Striving for perfection since 1996, The Gateau House endeavours to provide exquisite hand-made cakes and sweet gateaux delights. Taking advantage of our years of experience. Backed by our relentless motivation and our commitment to using only the … View more
The 2022 Christmas Winter Wonderland Gateau.

Striving for perfection since 1996, The Gateau House endeavours to provide exquisite hand-made cakes and sweet gateaux delights. Taking advantage of our years of experience. Backed by our relentless motivation and our commitment to using only the finest ingredients.

TGH Glen Eden Store: Unit 3, 4161 Great North Road, Glen Eden, Auckland 0602 (Next to Burger King)
Find out more

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683 days ago

Useful information for the summer break

The Team from Auckland Council

Our summer opening hours: bit.ly...

Prepare yourself for summer storms: bit.ly...

Check Safeswim for live information on water quality and swimming conditions at your favourite swimming spots: www.safeswim.org.nz...

Our social media channels are not monitored from Friday 23 December 2022 … View more
Our summer opening hours: bit.ly...

Prepare yourself for summer storms: bit.ly...

Check Safeswim for live information on water quality and swimming conditions at your favourite swimming spots: www.safeswim.org.nz...

Our social media channels are not monitored from Friday 23 December 2022 at 12pm until Monday 9 January 2023 at 8.30am. During this time, please visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz... for information.

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684 days ago

Top ice hockey player dies at Muriwai Beach

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, sadly a member of New Zealand’s national ice hockey team died at Muriwai Beach on Saturday.

Dale Harrop, 33, of Auckland, died at the popular West Coast beach around shortly after 4pm on Saturday after getting into difficulty in the water, police said.

He was brought to … View more
Kia ora neighbours, sadly a member of New Zealand’s national ice hockey team died at Muriwai Beach on Saturday.

Dale Harrop, 33, of Auckland, died at the popular West Coast beach around shortly after 4pm on Saturday after getting into difficulty in the water, police said.

He was brought to shore by surf lifesavers but was unable to be revived.

Harrop was a member of New Zealand’s national ice hockey team, Ice Blacks, the NZ Ice Hockey Federation confirmed.

The federation stated the ice hockey community was mourning the loss of one of their “greatest”.


Read the full story at the link below.

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684 days ago

Last Minute Gift Ideas!

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Summer is here and Christmas is just around the corner!

Come see us for your last minute Christmas gifts at amazing prices!

433 Great North Road, Henderson
09 8351152

691 days ago

Poll: Is doing your bit to address climate change a priority for you in 2023?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The environment is on the mind for North Islanders after a recent study by the University of Auckland that found that Aucklanders are inhaling large amounts of airborne microplastics.

Some New Zealanders are trying to do their bit for climate change by biking more, planting trees, trying … View more
The environment is on the mind for North Islanders after a recent study by the University of Auckland that found that Aucklanders are inhaling large amounts of airborne microplastics.

Some New Zealanders are trying to do their bit for climate change by biking more, planting trees, trying Meat-Free Mondays and only purchasing used clothing.

Vote in the poll and share any thoughts below - if you don't wish for your comments to be shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper alongside your first name and suburb, simply add Not For Print.

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Is doing your bit to address climate change a priority for you in 2023?
  • 4.4% Yes - it's a new year's resolution
    4.4% Complete
  • 51.4% Yes, but it's been a priority to me for awhile now
    51.4% Complete
  • 44.3% No - I won't be making any changes to my life
    44.3% Complete
1328 votes
685 days ago

Celebrate Christmas at LIFE!

Life

Christmas is a time for people come together. In a divided world, the need for peace and reconciliation is greater than ever. Peace with one another, peace with ourselves and ultimately, peace with God.

We invite you and your whānau to come along to LIFE West, a church to call home in Westgate … View more
Christmas is a time for people come together. In a divided world, the need for peace and reconciliation is greater than ever. Peace with one another, peace with ourselves and ultimately, peace with God.

We invite you and your whānau to come along to LIFE West, a church to call home in Westgate for one of our Christmas services. Discover and experience peace on earth on Christmas Eve and Day for a special time of carols, an encouraging message and much more!
Find out more

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685 days ago

Celebrate Christmas at LIFE!

Life

Christmas is a time for people come together. In a divided world, the need for peace and reconciliation is greater than ever. Peace with one another, peace with ourselves and ultimately, peace with God. We invite you and your whānau to come along to LIFE West, a church to call home for one of our … View moreChristmas is a time for people come together. In a divided world, the need for peace and reconciliation is greater than ever. Peace with one another, peace with ourselves and ultimately, peace with God. We invite you and your whānau to come along to LIFE West, a church to call home for one of our Christmas services. Discover and experience peace on earth on Christmas Eve and Day for a special time of carols, an encouraging message and much more! Find out more

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685 days ago

Christmas in Forest Hill Park

Jane from Titirangi

Waitakere Bible Church
25th December at 10am. Christmas songs and talent. 10.45am Christmas hope (message)
11am Morning Tea
All Welcome

685 days ago

Thesaurus Day

NumberWorks'nWords Henderson

Thesaurus Day is your opportunity to reintroduce yourself to the best friend of writers - the thesaurus. Whether you’re looking for a new word to spice up your vocabulary, or looking for precisely the right synonym to add nuance to a sentence or phrase, the thesaurus is there to help you!

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686 days ago

Snap and win this summer with our Summer Snap Competition.

Stuff

Grab your sunnies and slap on some sunscreen because the Canon Summer Snaps Competition is back again! Start snapping away this summer and you could be taking your next photos with a brand new Canon camera.

Upload your favourite summer snap online at stuff.co.nz/summersnap and enter it into one … View more
Grab your sunnies and slap on some sunscreen because the Canon Summer Snaps Competition is back again! Start snapping away this summer and you could be taking your next photos with a brand new Canon camera.

Upload your favourite summer snap online at stuff.co.nz/summersnap and enter it into one of our six categories to be in to win! There are six EOS Canon cameras valued up to $1,999 to be won this summer. Entries close Tuesday, 31 Jan. Photos must be larger than 1mb. View the T&Cs here.

The team at Stuff
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