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It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2318 days ago

The Importance of Collagen

Way Of Life Health Shop

Collagen is an important protein responsible for skin elasticity, joint and bone health, and gut lining repair. There are many different types of collagen. Some have more elasticity than others, so knowing the difference is important when wishing to meet specific health requirements.
* Type 1 and … View more
Collagen is an important protein responsible for skin elasticity, joint and bone health, and gut lining repair. There are many different types of collagen. Some have more elasticity than others, so knowing the difference is important when wishing to meet specific health requirements.
* Type 1 and Type 3: are present in skin and bones, and make up part of the gut lining.
* Type 2: makes up cartilage, fascia, ligaments and tendons.
* Type 5: is found in the placenta.
* Type 10: largely contributes to cartilage and disc tissue.
Dietary sources of Collagen:
* Poultry Bone Broth uses bone and cartilage so is very high in Type 1.
* Bovine Collagen/Bone Broth contains Type 1 and Type 3 and is good for skin and bones.
* Eggshell Membrane contains Types 5 and 10.
* Marine Collagen is primarily Type 1 but does contain some Type 3.

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2318 days ago

How to deal with neighbourhood disputes

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, most of us are lucky enough to get on with the people we live next door to, but what can you do if you don't?

We asked some experts how to stop minor irritations turning into something more serious, and who you can you turn to if things start to get out of hand - because … View more
Hey neighbours, most of us are lucky enough to get on with the people we live next door to, but what can you do if you don't?

We asked some experts how to stop minor irritations turning into something more serious, and who you can you turn to if things start to get out of hand - because being better neighbours can only have a positive impact on the quality of our communities, and who wouldn't want that :)

2318 days ago

Ahoy ye families!

The Team from Auckland Museum

Join our adventurers this Night at the Museum!

Bring a torch, explore the darkened galleries - a fun night-time adventure for the whole family this school holidays!

Suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company. It’s going to be all hands-on … View more
Join our adventurers this Night at the Museum!

Bring a torch, explore the darkened galleries - a fun night-time adventure for the whole family this school holidays!

Suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company. It’s going to be all hands-on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and sample some questionable 19th-century naval food.

Have you got what it takes? Well, let’s batten down the hatches and join in the fun in this overboard quest.

This event sells out, so book your tickets now to avoid missing out.
Book now

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2318 days ago

Puhinui station is being upgraded

Auckland Transport

Temporary station closure from 28th September until early 2021.

The new Puhinui Transport Interchange will provide easy connections between bus and rail, with a new bus service direct to Auckland Airport and Manukau Station.

While the build is on, a free 349 bus service will run between … View more
Temporary station closure from 28th September until early 2021.

The new Puhinui Transport Interchange will provide easy connections between bus and rail, with a new bus service direct to Auckland Airport and Manukau Station.

While the build is on, a free 349 bus service will run between Puhinui and Papatoetoe Stations.

For details visit: www.AT.govt.nz/PuhinuiStation
More details

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2319 days ago

How great is Your Place? Take our survey!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
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Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.

We'd love to hear from you. Find out more here.

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2320 days ago

Seminar. Stress Overload and You

Phil from Pukekohe

Author talk by Phil Long-Taylor.
He will be discussing excerpts from his latest book titled, Stress Overload and You.
Subjects include our ancient human stress response and how that can impact on your body at every level and age group and why good sleep and gut bacteria are so vital to us all.

If … View more
Author talk by Phil Long-Taylor.
He will be discussing excerpts from his latest book titled, Stress Overload and You.
Subjects include our ancient human stress response and how that can impact on your body at every level and age group and why good sleep and gut bacteria are so vital to us all.

If you would like to host a get together in your community, anywhere in the Franklin/ Nth Waikato areas then contact Phil for further details.

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2319 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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2321 days ago

Off-road trails connecting 18,000 square km's of Franklin region - what are your thoughts?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hi neighbours - 18,000 square kilometres of the Franklin region could be interlinked through a series of walking, biking and horse-riding trails.

Funded by the Waikato District and Regional Councils, the trails would connect sixteen population centres including the four towns of Pukekohe, Waiuku, … View more
Hi neighbours - 18,000 square kilometres of the Franklin region could be interlinked through a series of walking, biking and horse-riding trails.

Funded by the Waikato District and Regional Councils, the trails would connect sixteen population centres including the four towns of Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tūākau and Pōkeno.

What are your thoughts on this? Do you think this is a forward-thinking vision for the future of Franklin?
Read more

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2320 days ago

Having problems with drugs or alcohol?

The Retreat NZ

It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View more
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.

Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

Phone on 0800 276 237 or visit our website www.theretreatnz.org.nz
Talk to us

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2320 days ago

Vote for Get Growing! You could WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View more
Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
Vote here

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2321 days ago

Old Holden – New Home!

rethinking.space

rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each … View more
rethinking.space is reinventing home ownership in Auckland – starting with Panmure!

We’ve chosen a location for our new apartment building that is within a 4-minute walk of the Panmure Train Station. We’re also providing a fleet of electric cars for residents and we’re gifting each apartment an electric scooter.

We’re also offering a vehicle ‘trade-in’ option to help you get that much closer to owning your own home!

These apartments will be completed by end 2019 and only require a 10% deposit. 1 beds start at $455k & 2 beds at $559k.

Get in touch with any questions or to organise a showroom viewing.

Christiana Ngawati
rethinking.space Sales Consultant
Find out more

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2322 days ago

FOOD RECALL: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream

Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).

Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in … View more
Have you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).

Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in supermarkets and selected retail outlets nationwide.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.
Click here for more safety information

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2322 days ago
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