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Discover the wonder of Christmas lights across Auckland by using our helpful map to find streets in your neighbourhood with lights that you can enjoy, all from the comfort of your car.
Help us to share the wonder and add a street to our map!
And if you're looking to make the most of the … View moreDiscover the wonder of Christmas lights across Auckland by using our helpful map to find streets in your neighbourhood with lights that you can enjoy, all from the comfort of your car.
Help us to share the wonder and add a street to our map!
And if you're looking to make the most of the season, we invite you to celebrate the wonder of Christmas wherever you are with LIFE. Our Christmas services will be streaming exclusively online this year on Christmas Eve and Day.
Find out more at christmasatlife.co.nz/lights.
Here is the three course Mediterranean luncheon with the menu designed and costed by each to incorporate fresh bold flavours. Their guest and also sat down and ate with them.
The first dish is a entreé prepared by Pani - Mini salad with olive oil, mints and garlic. The second dish is a main by … View moreHere is the three course Mediterranean luncheon with the menu designed and costed by each to incorporate fresh bold flavours. Their guest and also sat down and ate with them.
The first dish is a entreé prepared by Pani - Mini salad with olive oil, mints and garlic. The second dish is a main by Naoko - Snapper with fresh ciabatta and the dessert is a Greek bougatsa with pickled strawberries by Claudia.
We understand that home doesn’t just mean the house or apartment you live in – home is also about the people around you.
That’s why we make sure that when you move into a Ryman retirement village, you’ll find a supportive community where new friendships are formed, and residents can … View moreWe understand that home doesn’t just mean the house or apartment you live in – home is also about the people around you.
That’s why we make sure that when you move into a Ryman retirement village, you’ll find a supportive community where new friendships are formed, and residents can thrive – even in difficult times.
Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll feel at home at Ryman.
Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.
Look in our stores or online and … View moreBetter products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.
You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View moreFor many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.
You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
Sun umbrella stand. Easy portable umbrella stand (umbrella not included) great for fishing rods also.
Fits Pole size 40mm lightweight but tough.
Great for the beach, camping, fishing, sports and garden.
Ph Neville 0279491423 pick up Pukekohe
Soak up the sun this summer in the mighty Waikato. With so much to see and do, from Middle-earth movie magic and tonnes of family friendly fun to underground wonders, the bohemian coastal town of Raglan, gourmet delights and much more….
Check out the top 10 activities on offer in the Waikato … View moreSoak up the sun this summer in the mighty Waikato. With so much to see and do, from Middle-earth movie magic and tonnes of family friendly fun to underground wonders, the bohemian coastal town of Raglan, gourmet delights and much more….
Check out the top 10 activities on offer in the Waikato and start planning your summer adventure.
The latest issue of our Seniors Newsletter is here. In this issue we discuss ways to stay hydrated over summer, catch up with a 73 year old fish scientist, discuss health insurance, plus much more!
Read it here now: bit.ly...
We shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this … View moreWe shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this story.
With NZQA approval for 13 micro-credentials, the New Zealand School Food and Wine hopes to inspire and attract new people to jobs in hospitality, wine and tourism and also enhance wider community understanding of our food and beverage story.
We export food and wine to the world, yet pride in this achievement is often lacking by our own communities.
There is a crisis right now because job-seekers, including school leavers, are being pushed into other industries especially the building trades. There is a perfect storm of government incentives paid to employers, along with negative counsel from career advisors and families warning young people off seeking careers in hospitality and tourism. This is resulting in a critical lack of workers.
In developing this suite of short, part-time micro-credentials that range from classic cooking to food and beverage history to food costing and digital marketing, we are seeking to inspire people to dip their toes into our sector, even if they are currently working or studying elsewhere.
In addition, these micro-credentials enable people already employed to develop new skills and craft new talents but to also signal that this career pathways is valid, diverse and on-going. Just look at our food heros, like Peter Gordon and Annabel Langbein, now in their 60s, with a tremendous backstory.
From the various lockdowns, we know that people find joy in cooking and that people are curious to develop new talents in the kitchen; that wine and cocktails are cool and fun; that an important part of any tourism destination is the food and beverage offering whether as a winery cellar door experience or paddock to plate cuisine.
Online Options
Online study options are embedded in many of the short programmes, enabling people from around the country to study about New Zealand wine or learn how to write an electronic newsletter or find out more about our food history.
The micro-credentials are equally suitable for the consumer; the food and wine lover who just wants to learn more. In building broader community understanding and respect for the food and beverage culture of Aotearoa-New Zealand, inevitably we will see more people attracted to work in our sector. That is the shared goal of these new programmes.
We would like your feedback to help finalise the draft plan in 2022, providing the best guidance possible for our precious regional parks for the next decade.
📅 Consultation open from 10 December 2021 to 4 March 2022.
ℹ️ Have Your Say by clicking on 'Read More'.
Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.
To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family … View moreFind out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.
To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family enjoy your property.
The Climate Insights property report is a great place to start when buying, renting or investing in a house.
Pukekohe Anglican Church is celebrating the lead-up to Christmas with a Nine Lessons and Carols service at 7.30pm this Sunday, December 12. If it's fine this will be on the vicarage lawn, next to St Andrew's Church, which is the brick church on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St. Please… View morePukekohe Anglican Church is celebrating the lead-up to Christmas with a Nine Lessons and Carols service at 7.30pm this Sunday, December 12. If it's fine this will be on the vicarage lawn, next to St Andrew's Church, which is the brick church on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St. Please be masked and bring a torch and folding chair if you are able.
Collision Connect is redefining collision repairs. We are based in both Huntly and Cambridge.
A range of services are available from collision repair and car painting to windscreen repair and replacement. Our qualified team will get you back on the road safely and efficiently, without any … View moreCollision Connect is redefining collision repairs. We are based in both Huntly and Cambridge.
A range of services are available from collision repair and car painting to windscreen repair and replacement. Our qualified team will get you back on the road safely and efficiently, without any mucking around.
Call us now on 0800 799 961.
Stewart Harvey, Principal Trustee at Public Trust Waikato, says "seizing the moment" is essential so things aren't left to chance - and it's easier than you think. Stewart had a chat with Stuff.co.nz recently, check out the article in the link below.
New Nordic Cuisine had redefined the food culture of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Finland.
Our own Chef Finn is from Denmark and spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including working as Sous Chef for legendary Noma chef, Rene Redzepi.
This menu is … View moreNew Nordic Cuisine had redefined the food culture of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Finland.
Our own Chef Finn is from Denmark and spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including working as Sous Chef for legendary Noma chef, Rene Redzepi.
This menu is inspired by Chef Finn’s Nordic heritage.
"We work with local high quality ingredients to combine good taste in food with contemporary culinary techniques,” says Chef Finn.
Here are some photos of the dishes our Diploma students prepared and served.
1. Tartare of Trevalli on Rye bread with pickled beetroot, sorrel and brown butter siphon.
2. Salmon served with a compote of tomatoes, oil of chervil and crispy onion rings.
3. Pigeon Bay Lamb rump, sous vide with buttermilk foam & beef jus.
4. Salad of raw cabbage, kale with mushroom and pickled red onion dressing
5. Terrine of pork served with Granny Smith apple puree & leek, mustard vinaigrette & tarragon.
6. Guests seated with Franck
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