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1177 days ago

BBC thinks NZ is in Asia

James from Sandringham

I wonder who at the BBC thinks that NZ is in Asia????

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1177 days ago

Recipe: Chicken Kiev

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Inspired by the classic dish from the city of Kieve in Ukraine, Chicken Kiev is a dish made of chicken fillet pounded and rolled around cold butter, then coated with eggs and bread crumbs, and either fried or baked prepared by our Advanced cookery student Timmika at home during the lockdown.

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1184 days ago

Severe rainfall causes flooding in Auckland, around 60 homes evacuated

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Aucklanders are being forced to evacuate their homes after severe rainfall overnight caused localised flooding.

Around 50 to 60 homes have been evacuated and an emergency shelter has been set up at 6 Henderson Valley Road.

West Auckland has been hit the worst with flooding in Helensville, … View more
Aucklanders are being forced to evacuate their homes after severe rainfall overnight caused localised flooding.

Around 50 to 60 homes have been evacuated and an emergency shelter has been set up at 6 Henderson Valley Road.

West Auckland has been hit the worst with flooding in Helensville, Kumeu, Henderson Valley and Rānui.

Firefighters received around 170 weather related calls overnight.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said evacuation advice overrides Covid-19 restrictions.

Auckland’s two vaccination centres at the Trusts Arena and the Airport have been damaged and will not open until 11am.

SH16 through Kumeu is closed due to flooding between Matua Road and Riverhead Road, and Waka Kotahi has reports of fallen trees and slips across the wider network.

MetService said heavy rain is expected to continue throughout Tuesday.

Neighbourly spokesperson Sarah Moore encourages people to check in on their neighbours - especially if they’re elderly or alone.

“But ensure you're abiding by Level 4 rules consider emailing, texting or using Neighbourly to send a message. Even if they're doing well, the connection will mean a lot,” she said.

“When there's a break in the weather carefully head outside to check whether anything is blocking your drains or has come loose in a storm. Don't rush - things could be slippery. If you do notice damage make sure you take photos in case you need to lodge an insurance claim.”

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1178 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunity in Auckland.

Competenz

Hey Auckland!
Transcold Group Ltd are looking for a reliable person to join the team as a refrigeration and air conditioning apprentice in Takanini.
They have a good-sized team with vast experience across both refrigeration and diesel mechanic trades and are very keen to pass on their knowledge.
View more
Hey Auckland!
Transcold Group Ltd are looking for a reliable person to join the team as a refrigeration and air conditioning apprentice in Takanini.
They have a good-sized team with vast experience across both refrigeration and diesel mechanic trades and are very keen to pass on their knowledge.
Are you, or someone you know looking for an opportunity to work for a place like this? Find out more here:

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1178 days ago

Learn from Experts in Digitally-Driven Business!

The Team from Digital Boost

We're here to help you take your business to the top.
That's why every day from 10-11am we sit down for interviews with experts in topics like digital marketing and websites, and live stream it straight to you. Power your business forward with a daily pro-tip or two!

Find out … View more
We're here to help you take your business to the top.
That's why every day from 10-11am we sit down for interviews with experts in topics like digital marketing and websites, and live stream it straight to you. Power your business forward with a daily pro-tip or two!

Find out who's sharing their knowledge this week and RSVP here
Learn more

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1178 days ago

What legacy will you leave?

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Tanya decided to leave a legacy to the Cancer Society when her mother passed away from oral cancer. “Leaving a gift in my will is a way to keep supporting Kiwis facing cancer and help protect the next generation – our children and grandchildren. I’m so appreciative of the Cancer Society’s … View moreTanya decided to leave a legacy to the Cancer Society when her mother passed away from oral cancer. “Leaving a gift in my will is a way to keep supporting Kiwis facing cancer and help protect the next generation – our children and grandchildren. I’m so appreciative of the Cancer Society’s support and incredibly passionate about the research they fund. I hope by leaving a bequest, this will help cancer researchers find a cure.”

You can join Tanya in making the greatest gift of hope for those facing cancer in the future.
Find out more

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1178 days ago

Treasure The Present

Andrea from Morningside

Look around you, hold firmly in your vision
The people who share your space with you now

Make this time count
Listen and share your stories

Hear their beliefs of the world we live in
And let your own expand… View more
Look around you, hold firmly in your vision
The people who share your space with you now

Make this time count
Listen and share your stories

Hear their beliefs of the world we live in
And let your own expand

Spend time doing with them
What matters now, there is the time

Embrace your children
Before the school and Uni term begin

Don’t wish for time to speed
Support their dreams and visions

For the present is the most valuable time
That we can exist in

Have a terrific September 2021

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1179 days ago

Donate/Volunteer for Migrant Action Trust

Amie Maga from Migrant Action Trust

International Day of Charity - Today 5 September is about honouring the life of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 "for work undertaken in the struggle to overcome poverty and distress, which also constitute a threat to peace."

Looking for a registered… View more
International Day of Charity - Today 5 September is about honouring the life of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 "for work undertaken in the struggle to overcome poverty and distress, which also constitute a threat to peace."

Looking for a registered charity to support? Your donation of $5, $50 or more to Migrant Action Trust will enable us to support more migrants and refugee whānau after lockdown.



Over the last few weeks, we've been reaching out to our Afghani whānau who are extremely distressed about the safety and survival of their loved ones in Afghanistan. Through the Action Station petition and letters to Government, Migrant Action Trust joined the urgent plea for New Zealand to take in substantially more refugees from Afghanistan.



As a registered charity supporting refugees from arrival to integration, Migrant Action Trust runs free English and computer tutorials, pre-employment support and community driver mentoring programmes.



Check out to pledge regularly or volunteer for Migrant Action Trust www.migrantactiontrust.org...



In the last three years, we have been delivering trauma-sensitive driver training for Afghani and other refugees to support their settlement process. Help refugees gain independence through Puketapapa Community Driving School givealittle.co.nz...

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1179 days ago

Father's Day - Help a small business AND get Dad something nice

David Downs from SOS Business

If you’ve forgotten about Father’s Day - get him a voucher from www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a small business in need too!
And Aucklanders and Northlanders!
As a way of saying thanks for buying $50 or more of vouchers to your favourite locals, our friends at Goodman Fielder will gift you a … View more
If you’ve forgotten about Father’s Day - get him a voucher from www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a small business in need too!
And Aucklanders and Northlanders!
As a way of saying thanks for buying $50 or more of vouchers to your favourite locals, our friends at Goodman Fielder will gift you a $10 Universal Voucher!

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1181 days ago

Keeping Neighbourly the Subject

Andrea from Morningside

Hi members, please keep your discussions on this Neighbourly page, community inclusive and informative in keeping with the guidelines.
There is a Covid-19 Reachout option on Neighbourly for members who want to post on the subject.
Let's move forward and keep this page focused on keeping … View more
Hi members, please keep your discussions on this Neighbourly page, community inclusive and informative in keeping with the guidelines.
There is a Covid-19 Reachout option on Neighbourly for members who want to post on the subject.
Let's move forward and keep this page focused on keeping Neighbourly.

1180 days ago

Lockdown learning and Coq au vin recipe

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Almost 2 weeks into the Lockdown and here is what we have achieved.
With some rapid planning, we managed to transform our programme to online cooking demonstrations with the students preparing their own dishes at their homes.
Here are some of the dishes they have been preparing - Macarons with … View more
Almost 2 weeks into the Lockdown and here is what we have achieved.
With some rapid planning, we managed to transform our programme to online cooking demonstrations with the students preparing their own dishes at their homes.
Here are some of the dishes they have been preparing - Macarons with raspberry and chocolate, poached pear with creme anglaise , meringue, tuilles Amandine and Coq au Vin with mash potatoes.
Find the recipe of Coq au vin on our blog today

1180 days ago

Is a small business near you delivering?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting … View more
Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting local is easy with Support Local, Aotearoa. Have a browse or show your support by submitting a shoutout to a business near you now. They'll thank you for it.

Thanks for supporting local.
Browse the directory

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1181 days ago

Sunset

Tania from Point Chevalier

Sunset

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1187 days ago

please wear your masks

Jennette from Westmere

i've just had to to to my local dairy , and wore my mask at this very scary time in auckland especially ! and had 3 ignorance joggers running at me , not even moving out of my way at all , and not wearing masks ! grr wtf ! don't they know that runners are spreading their breath's … View morei've just had to to to my local dairy , and wore my mask at this very scary time in auckland especially ! and had 3 ignorance joggers running at me , not even moving out of my way at all , and not wearing masks ! grr wtf ! don't they know that runners are spreading their breath's even further than someone walking !!! please try being considerate ffs !

1184 days ago

Last chance to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

This is not a drill, Auckland 📣 there are less than 48 hours until nominations close for the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards.

This is your LAST CHANCE to nominate a good sort making a positive impact - whether they’re an artist you admire, a coach going the extra mile, or an … View more
This is not a drill, Auckland 📣 there are less than 48 hours until nominations close for the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards.

This is your LAST CHANCE to nominate a good sort making a positive impact - whether they’re an artist you admire, a coach going the extra mile, or an essential worker making a difference - it’s up to you to get their name in the ring! Nominations close midnight 31 August.

What are you waiting for? Head over the nzawards.org.nz/nominate now!

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