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Do you want to be healthy for life? Join us this Saturday 9am on TVNZ 1.
Hosted by Bernice Mene, Healthy for Life is designed to help over 65 year olds work on their strength and balance through an exercise programme called the Super7.
All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show … View moreDo you want to be healthy for life? Join us this Saturday 9am on TVNZ 1.
Hosted by Bernice Mene, Healthy for Life is designed to help over 65 year olds work on their strength and balance through an exercise programme called the Super7.
All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show provides great tips for staying safe in the home, keeping your brain active, how to keep up your social links and friendships and advice about healthy eating and sleep during this time.
Healthy for Life is available on TVNZ OnDemand, or screens this Saturday at 9AM on TVNZ 1.
Find out more at Live Stronger for Longer.
Hi Neighbours!
The new SuperSeniors e-Newsletter is available on our website NOW! This e-Newsletter includes the additional guidance for what seniors can do during Alert Level 3 and information from the Student Volunteer Army and Age Concern about the services they are offering.
It also has … View moreHi Neighbours!
The new SuperSeniors e-Newsletter is available on our website NOW! This e-Newsletter includes the additional guidance for what seniors can do during Alert Level 3 and information from the Student Volunteer Army and Age Concern about the services they are offering.
It also has the details on the Winter Energy Payment that starts again today!
Click here to read: bit.ly...
To get our Newsletter emailed to you, if you receive the NZ Super or Veteran’s Pension, update your email in MyMSD here: my.msd.govt.nz...
If you do not receive either of these entitlements but you want to receive our Newsletter you can subscribe here: bit.ly...
If you see dumped rubbish, call us at 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
For more info on how to dispose of unwanted items, visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
A huge thank you to everyone who completed our website questionnaire.
⭐️ Congratulations to our $50 Prezzy Card winner, Christine ⭐️
We were overwhelmed by the responses and look forward to making the necessary changes to improve our website experience.
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Recently, we put out a call on our social media channels for Kiwi kids to submit their burning questions about Auckland Museum. We received queries about everything from dinosaurs to war memorial to natural science. Here are our curators' replies to some of those tough questions.
… View moreRecently, we put out a call on our social media channels for Kiwi kids to submit their burning questions about Auckland Museum. We received queries about everything from dinosaurs to war memorial to natural science. Here are our curators' replies to some of those tough questions.
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Discover more answers to questions you never even knew you had over at our Auckland Museum at Home hub!
www.aucklandmuseum.com...
An important health message to our community:
In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances or on compassionate grounds family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital. Compassionate or exceptional grounds could include a … View moreAn important health message to our community:
In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances or on compassionate grounds family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital. Compassionate or exceptional grounds could include a nominated family member to support:
● A patient through end of life care;
● Someone who has been in hospital for a long time
● A child in hospital
● Women giving birth in a maternity facility
Whānau who want to visit a patient will need to be from that patient’s own “bubble” and will need to request a visit in advance by speaking to a Charge Nurse or Midwife Manager. You can stay connected with your Whānau by calling or texting them.
For more information and contact details for all our sites visit:
www.countiesmanukau.health.nz
Thank you to our loyal customers for your patience during the Alert Level 4 lock-down period.
We are now open and able to service your requirements with a contactless pick-up and delivery service.
The experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould … View moreThank you to our loyal customers for your patience during the Alert Level 4 lock-down period.
We are now open and able to service your requirements with a contactless pick-up and delivery service.
The experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould spores that leave your curtains and blinds looking less than their best. Because your window furnishings are valuable, and must be carefully maintained, you can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes and blinds.
We have been professionally cleaning curtains and blinds for Aucklanders for over 20 years, so call us to obtain a free quote or visit our website.
We will have a contactless pick-up and delivery service during this Alert Level 3 period.
Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
On Tuesday the 28 April we moved into Level 3 of Lockdown and we are now offering a service to customers again. We will not be able to open the shop as such, but can service your needs in the following way.
1. Phone in your order - 092387806
Email your order - wayoflife@xtra.co.nz
Message … View moreOn Tuesday the 28 April we moved into Level 3 of Lockdown and we are now offering a service to customers again. We will not be able to open the shop as such, but can service your needs in the following way.
1. Phone in your order - 092387806
Email your order - wayoflife@xtra.co.nz
Message your order through Facebook
2. Orders will be prepared by staff.
3. Orders can be picked up from the door, or couriered out.
The shop will be open for picking up orders Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm. The gate and back door will be open. Please drive in from the Countdown car park. Orders will be prepared and named ready for pickup and will be on the shelf inside the door. An approximate time of pickup would be helpful to ensure your order is ready.
4. Payment can be made by credit or debit card - supply number and expiry date with order, or alternatively you can pay for your order by EFTPOS at the door on pickup.
We will reassess on a regular basis so please watch for further posts.
It's an Anzac Day like no other, with ceremonies cancelled nationwide due to Covid-19. But Kiwis aren't letting it get in the way of remembering our fallen war heroes.
Keep up with Stuff's live coverage by clicking the link below.
Did your family stand at your driveway at dawn? Tell … View moreIt's an Anzac Day like no other, with ceremonies cancelled nationwide due to Covid-19. But Kiwis aren't letting it get in the way of remembering our fallen war heroes.
Keep up with Stuff's live coverage by clicking the link below.
Did your family stand at your driveway at dawn? Tell us how your family commemorated in the comments, please type NFP if your comment is not for publication.
Lest we forget.
Dear Auckland - ANZAC Day will look a little different for us this year - however, there are many ways for you to acknowledge the incredible men and women who have served our communities and given their lives for our country.
We invite you to share a memory or photo to commemorate this special … View moreDear Auckland - ANZAC Day will look a little different for us this year - however, there are many ways for you to acknowledge the incredible men and women who have served our communities and given their lives for our country.
We invite you to share a memory or photo to commemorate this special day on Neighbourly below. It could be a story of a member in your family who served - or perhaps the way you and your family celebrate ANZAC Day each year. (It might even be a photo of your freshly baked can't be-beaten ANZAC cookies).
We also invite you to take part in Stand at Dawn and join us at 6:00 am on Saturday 25 April. Stand at your letterbox, at the front door, in your lounge rooms, balconies, in your driveway. Wherever you are in the world, stand with us and take a moment to remember our fallen – but please stay within your ‘bubble’.
If COVID-19 means you’ve been using more power, or if it’s affected your income, talk to your power company to check you’re on the best plan.
Find more advice and support at the Electricity Authority’s website.
Talk, Check, see if you can save.
Hi Neighbours, It's no surprise that Auckland is in severe drought, with water storage at 26 year April lows. But the new risk is that businesses re-opening next week, could face mandatory restrictions within weeks. Read the story below:
I am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve … View moreI am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve to make the most of your garden right now, plus Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown, a bumper gardening quiz, and you can visit a spectacular Taupō garden alive with birds, a whimsical wonderland in Glenorchy in full bloom and meet the clever and resourceful gardeners of the Chatham Islands... all without leaving your bubble. And thanks so much to everyone who has been in touch to offer their support to the NZ Gardener team, especially those who have subscribed or renewed or purchased a subscription as a gift (an NZ Gardener subscription is a great Mother's Day idea, just sayin'!) We are so grateful to you all, and it's your support that allows us to keep inspiring and informing gardeners from all around New Zealand as we have been doing now for more than 75 years. Please share this message with your gardening groups on social too. We’re looking forward to the many more years of celebrating the amazing gardens and gardeners of New Zealand that lie ahead.
Hi, everyone, hope you all keeping safe and well during the lockdown. As the government is going to announce to move to Level 3 soon, we can’t wait to sharing with you that we are going to re-open on Tuesday 28 April. Now, we have a new way to make your delicious meals by phone order on … View moreHi, everyone, hope you all keeping safe and well during the lockdown. As the government is going to announce to move to Level 3 soon, we can’t wait to sharing with you that we are going to re-open on Tuesday 28 April. Now, we have a new way to make your delicious meals by phone order on 09-7778989 or scanning our QR code to order online. And also we can do home delivery too now:)
It is important to follow Ministry of Health Level 3 guidelines that do not come into the shop at this stage. So, we can only accept Credit Card or Debit Visa card payments. We will also provide the contactless pick-up service and the delivery.
We are looking forward to hearing from you and seeing you online soon.
Thank you for being the value customers with us, and we will continuously to provide the quality and delicious meals for serving you and your loved ones!!
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