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Does your teen disengage at school?
At Vision College we offer our free 'Ultimate' programme, designed for 16-19 year olds who haven’t enjoyed school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future.
Students gain valuable life and employment skills … View moreDoes your teen disengage at school?
At Vision College we offer our free 'Ultimate' programme, designed for 16-19 year olds who haven’t enjoyed school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future.
Students gain valuable life and employment skills that prepare them for life outside of study, all while achieving the NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 1 and 2, both NZQA qualifications, in just one year.
Auckland’s local election is less than six months away and Aucklanders are looking for bold leadership to take on the opportunities and challenges the city will face in the upcoming term.
Can you candidate? Find out by clicking on 'Read More'.
Have your say on our proposal to include some areas of special character balanced with enabling more housing for current and future Aucklanders to meet government’s new housing rules.
Consultation closing on Monday 9 May.
Find out more and give your feedback by clicking on 'Read … View moreHave your say on our proposal to include some areas of special character balanced with enabling more housing for current and future Aucklanders to meet government’s new housing rules.
Consultation closing on Monday 9 May.
Find out more and give your feedback by clicking on 'Read More'.
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It's time to treat the mum/mom/māmā in your life to some tasty donuts from our friends at Mamasdonuts North Shore 🍩🤤🥳
Who's mama deserves to win one box of donuts?!🤞🙏
Simply comment on this post, telling us why your mum deserves to be in to win! Good luck! 😄
… View moreIt's time to treat the mum/mom/māmā in your life to some tasty donuts from our friends at Mamasdonuts North Shore 🍩🤤🥳
Who's mama deserves to win one box of donuts?!🤞🙏
Simply comment on this post, telling us why your mum deserves to be in to win! Good luck! 😄
#WIN your Mum a box of yummy Mamas donuts!
Entries close midnight 8th May 2022
Our team will be in touch with the winner Monday 9th May 2022
2022 Courses
Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and undergraduate degrees to Master and Doctorate level. With subjects including, sciences, humanities,… View more2022 Courses
Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and undergraduate degrees to Master and Doctorate level. With subjects including, sciences, humanities, mātauranga Māori, te reo Māori, indigenous studies, marae centred learning and much more! With delivery available at multiple sites and some with online delivery we invite you to find out more.
It isn’t too late to enrol! Contact us now
Kia ora neighbours,
A once-forlorn and ageing memorial to the fallen soldiers of 20th century wars has been given a much-needed refresh, in time for its 100th anniversary on Anzac Day last week.
The Drury cenotaph on Tui St was unveiled by former Prime Minister William Massey on Anzac Day 1922.
… View moreKia ora neighbours,
A once-forlorn and ageing memorial to the fallen soldiers of 20th century wars has been given a much-needed refresh, in time for its 100th anniversary on Anzac Day last week.
The Drury cenotaph on Tui St was unveiled by former Prime Minister William Massey on Anzac Day 1922.
Today, thanks to volunteer hours, donations and skills, the cenotaph has a fresh coat of paint, an elegant stone set base and a garden of flowers around it.
Drury Community Committee members Riet van der Gulik and Steve O’Connor were behind the refresh, and said it was amazing to watch the community rally around the cenotaph.
They told us all about their efforts - read more below.
It’s drizzling Pavlovas today! Our Foundation students have prepared New Zealand’s acclaimed national dessert. It's not only beautiful to look at, but also offers an exciting mix of flavors and textures.
Today we combined strawberry, raspberry & kiwifruit with whipped cream and … View moreIt’s drizzling Pavlovas today! Our Foundation students have prepared New Zealand’s acclaimed national dessert. It's not only beautiful to look at, but also offers an exciting mix of flavors and textures.
Today we combined strawberry, raspberry & kiwifruit with whipped cream and passion puree.
We are incredibly proud to launch Short Notice is a new initiative designed to connect neighbours with a little spare time on their hands with local businesses that need a bit of extra help!
It's very simple; using the new Short Notice community hub, share a little about yourself, your … View moreWe are incredibly proud to launch Short Notice is a new initiative designed to connect neighbours with a little spare time on their hands with local businesses that need a bit of extra help!
It's very simple; using the new Short Notice community hub, share a little about yourself, your availability and how you'd like to help.
If you're a business owner sign up for a FREE Premium Business listing to get access to Short Notice and let your community know what help you need.
Together, let's help keep small businesses busy!
Got a little Blues fan in the whānau? Nominate someone between the ages of 7-13 to win an amazing experience with the Blues at Eden Park on Friday 6th May!
Here's what they'll receive:
- goodie bags containing Blues home jerseys and caps
- 2 x silver stand tickets
- food & … View moreGot a little Blues fan in the whānau? Nominate someone between the ages of 7-13 to win an amazing experience with the Blues at Eden Park on Friday 6th May!
Here's what they'll receive:
- goodie bags containing Blues home jerseys and caps
- 2 x silver stand tickets
- food & beverage vouchers
- an exclusive meet the captains and players experience
- a tour of the TV commentary box
PLUS your little Blues fan will flip the coin to start the game!
Simply COMMENT BELOW and tell us about your little Blues fan...
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Requirements:
1) Child must be aged between 7 and 13 and accompanied by a guardian.
2) Winner must be available on Friday 6 May from 5pm. Prize is not transferable.
3) Winner must be available for reasonable publicity purposes.
4) Winners will be contacted Monday 2nd May by COB
Click here for full T&Cs.
Do you need to get rid of old paints? Dispose of them sustainably by dropping your waste off at participating Dulux and Resene stores.*
*Excludes commercial quantities. A small fee may apply.
Immerse provides Incourage, our new mum and baby service.
In our Incourage placements, we are able to bestow an assisted and semi-independent living arrangement inside one of our homes for babies and their mother’s.
Incourage provides a therapeutic environment for babies that are at risk … View moreImmerse provides Incourage, our new mum and baby service.
In our Incourage placements, we are able to bestow an assisted and semi-independent living arrangement inside one of our homes for babies and their mother’s.
Incourage provides a therapeutic environment for babies that are at risk of entering the care system to remain with their birth mothers. In our live-in foster homes, mum & baby receive a 24/7 wraparound service. Together with Immerse and other specialist services, Mum is supported to understand attachment, trauma, and to overcome addictions, while still caring for her baby. Make a difference, contact us today.
Grab yourself a delicious Barista Made Coffee for only $4 at McCafé.
McCafé, simply good coffee.
Available for a limited time.
Central Government has new rules for how Tāmaki Makaurau must grow to support more homes. Click on 'Read More' to have your say on changes to Auckland’s planning rules.
Congratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.
Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings,… View moreCongratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.
Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings, conversations and smiles!
Congratulations to all the finalists and thank you for nominating your favourite local business. We'd like to acknowledge the official winner of the public voting poll, Josh Coe, owner of Page 42 cafe. Unfortunately, Josh has decided to close his business after 3.5 years and we wish him all the best.
A field trip to Maison Vauron with our Diploma Cookery and hospitality students where we enjoyed a cheese and wine tasting.
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The Cheese
• Tomme de Chevre Cendree – raw goats milk from the Loire Valley. A cheese of smooth cream, mushroom with refreshing acidity
• Brie de Meaux, ripe, … View moreA field trip to Maison Vauron with our Diploma Cookery and hospitality students where we enjoyed a cheese and wine tasting.
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The Cheese
• Tomme de Chevre Cendree – raw goats milk from the Loire Valley. A cheese of smooth cream, mushroom with refreshing acidity
• Brie de Meaux, ripe, delicate, and always easy to like.
• Abbaye De Citeaux – a washed rind cheese of unpasteurised cows milk cheese produced in an Abbey in Bourgogne Montbeliarde cows. Funky and a bit wild on the nose but rich and creamy on the palate.
• Gruyère from Switzerland with butter and toasted nuts. So easy to eat more and more.
• Roquefort, the famous sheep’s milk cheese in the town of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon must lead the game of best blue. Creamy, feral but with good acidity and a long lingering finish.
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The wines
• Domain Roland Lavantureux Chablis AOC 2019
Green apple and lemon with crisp acidity
• Domain Jacqueson 1er Cru 2019 a Pinot Noir from the Bourgogne appellation of
Mercurey with notes of black cherries and plum, mushroom, autumn leaves.
• Petit Guiraud Sauternes 2019 second of wine Chateau Guiraud, ranked in the 1855 classification of Barsac and Sauternes. Ripe notes of Pineapple, honey. Dried apricots, sweet spices.
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