Awhitu - Pollok, Awhitu

705 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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720 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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706 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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706 days ago

Don’t miss your collection

The Team from Auckland Council

We will continue to service your roadside collections during the holiday season, but with changes to collection dates. All returns to normal on 9 January 2023.
Click on 'Read More' to check the collection dates for your address.

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714 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
708 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 South, a church to call home in Manukau … 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 South, a church to call home in Manukau 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!
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708 days ago

Broody Hens

Jennifer from Waiuku

We have 2 broody hens with chicks due to hatch soon (approx a week). Happy to give one or both away to people who would like them.

Free

709 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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710 days ago

Win your share of $10,000 this Christmas with Mags4Gifts.

Mags4gifts

We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of … View more
We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of your Christmas gifts with a range of over 50 products to choose from, including our popular NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and TV Guide magazines. Each product purchased on Mags4Gifts will automatically place you in the draw to win a cash prize - and the best part, there’s no limit on how many times you can enter! Promotion ends Jan 8 2023, for T&Cs click here.

The team at Mags4Gifts
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710 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
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710 days ago

Learn to make delicious coffee

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Congratulations to all the students who have recently completed our 5 day full time Barista Micro-credential designed for beginners and will immerse you in the world of coffee!

Next course begins: 9 Jan 2023.

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710 days ago

Christmas Closing

Janet Wallington from IHC Counties Association Op Shop

The Pukekohe IHC Op Shop will be open all of next week including Saturday 24th (Christmas Eve) until 2.30pm. It will then close for the Christmas break opening again on Wednesday 4th January 2023. The management and volunteers wish everyone that has supported us during the year a very merry … View moreThe Pukekohe IHC Op Shop will be open all of next week including Saturday 24th (Christmas Eve) until 2.30pm. It will then close for the Christmas break opening again on Wednesday 4th January 2023. The management and volunteers wish everyone that has supported us during the year a very merry Christmas and happy new year.

710 days ago

Auckland Council Annual Budget 2023/2024 to go for consultation

The Team from Auckland Council

Yesterday, our Governing Body confirmed items for consultation for the proposed Annual Budget 2023/2024, which will go for public consultation early next year.

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711 days ago

Five out of five for Acacia Cove

Acacia Cove

Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great … View more
Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great quality of life for its residents. Acacia Cove gives its residents a social community feel, with bowling greens, snooker table, craft room and indoor pools, providing great opportunities for residents to mix and mingle. The five newly completed apartments are situated 50 metres away from the Village centre.

Acacia Cove understands that its residents require dwellings where they can live safely and independently. Universal Design provides this. Acacia Cove decided applying Universal Design best accessibility practice was of high importance.

If you’re aged 60 and over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Contact long time manager Burce Cullington on (09) 268 8522.
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711 days ago

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE

Cecily from Pukekohe

7.30pm this Sunday, December 18, at Pukekohe Anglican Church. Sometimes Christmas is a sad time, with loved ones missing from our table for myriad reasons. This service acknowledges that sadness, and recognises the challenges we have faced in recent years. Come and light a candle and focus on those… View more7.30pm this Sunday, December 18, at Pukekohe Anglican Church. Sometimes Christmas is a sad time, with loved ones missing from our table for myriad reasons. This service acknowledges that sadness, and recognises the challenges we have faced in recent years. Come and light a candle and focus on those dear ones who cannot be with us this festive season. St Andrew's is the brick church on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St, Pukekohe. ALL WELCOME

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