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The brown marmorated stink bug is a pest that can infest your home in the thousands, stinks when crushed, and is almost impossible to get rid of. It is also a major threat to our fruit and vegetable industries.
It’s not in New Zealand yet and we want to keep it that way. It hibernates inside … View moreThe brown marmorated stink bug is a pest that can infest your home in the thousands, stinks when crushed, and is almost impossible to get rid of. It is also a major threat to our fruit and vegetable industries.
It’s not in New Zealand yet and we want to keep it that way. It hibernates inside homes.
🙏🏻 A huge thank you to The Southern Trust for their amazing support of our National Support Office!
Your contribution really does make a difference to the lives of thousands of Tamariki across Aotearoa!
Join Chef Finn Gybel, to prepare a mid - winter feast that draws inspiration from the culinary traditions of the Nordic region along with our own lamb steamed and smoked in an urban hāngi. Then sit down to enjoy the feast.
Sunday, 28 July | 2:00 - 10:00 PM
An "animal lover" has died trying to move a steer from a paddock. Paul Leslie Moir, 63, died while …
BPW Franklin Inc celebrated the international candlelighting night in June when we come together to participate in a special tribute to one of the world’s most influential organizations, the International Federation of Business and Professional Women, which unites women around the world. Although… View moreBPW Franklin Inc celebrated the international candlelighting night in June when we come together to participate in a special tribute to one of the world’s most influential organizations, the International Federation of Business and Professional Women, which unites women around the world. Although its members speak in many languages and live in countries with differing traditions, they share the same determination of purpose. We aim to achieve a just and equal status for women in all levels and areas of society where decisions are taken in true partnership with men, based on mutual respect, for a more balance and peaceful world.
Calling all Auckland high school students to join us TODAY for a fun afternoon preparing Mocktails and exploring career opportunities. (Free Session)
Thursday, 18 July | 3:00 - 5:00 PM, Viaduct, Auckland
Time stands still for no one – not even the retirement community.
Acacia Cove Village had a big Mid-Winter Celebration on Friday, 12th July. As usual everybody came dress to impress. The chef prepared a marvelous meal, and the entertainment was spot-on. I think I can speak for everyone who … View moreTime stands still for no one – not even the retirement community.
Acacia Cove Village had a big Mid-Winter Celebration on Friday, 12th July. As usual everybody came dress to impress. The chef prepared a marvelous meal, and the entertainment was spot-on. I think I can speak for everyone who attended… it truly was a night to remember!
Early in August our Village Manager, Bruce Cullington are planning a celebration-lunch for all our residents over 90. We were quite amazed to see that the number of our nonagenarian’s has grown to 32.
What an amazing milestone!
Do you enjoy working with new parents and babies?
Would you have 4 hours a week to spare?
We are looking for a couple of volunteers to be part of our support team for mums or dads and their first babies. There is a programme that runs for approximately 2 hours each week and requires some time for… View moreDo you enjoy working with new parents and babies?
Would you have 4 hours a week to spare?
We are looking for a couple of volunteers to be part of our support team for mums or dads and their first babies. There is a programme that runs for approximately 2 hours each week and requires some time for setting and packing up.
There is an increasing number of your families wanting to be part of our very successful "Space for you and your baby" which is rapidly growing and we need a couple of additional helpers. If this sounds like you please contact Jan on 0274521366 or pukekohecommunityaction@xtra.co.nz
There are a lot of people fighting colds and flu at the moment and struggling with congestion. Essential oils can be very helpful in easing congestion. Absolute Essentials have 3 wonderful blends for this purpose.
Breathe Easy for general congestion.
Sinus Clear for sinus congestion.
Baby Care; … View moreThere are a lot of people fighting colds and flu at the moment and struggling with congestion. Essential oils can be very helpful in easing congestion. Absolute Essentials have 3 wonderful blends for this purpose.
Breathe Easy for general congestion.
Sinus Clear for sinus congestion.
Baby Care; Nose & Throat - specific and safe for coughs and congestion in babies.
The oils can be used in a diffuser, dabbed on the nostrils, dropped on a tissue or hankie and breathed in, added to the bath for a therapeutic soak, added to a carrier oil for a calming chest rub, or dropped into hot water for steam inhalation.
The schools involved were Kelston Girls College, Northcote College and Waitakere College, and the activities they took part in included; tramping, water activities and a solo camping night.
Congrats to all those involved. We hope you all had an amazing time!
As his girlfriend lay crying in fear, Dylan Blackburn put his hand around her neck and squeezed. Th…
John Szabo MS will be discussing fascinating wine regions and offer insights on a selection of local wines from Auckland's own celebrated Volcanic Field as a part of the Elemental's Winter Festival.
- Saturday, 27 July | 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
For Ryman Healthcare residents, knowing they’re part of a community they can trust and that genuinely cares, provides real peace of mind.
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