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Ngā Hau e Whā Marae in Pukekohe has been forced to close its doors and cancel bookings following the…
Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?
We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.… View moreHey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?
We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.
Do your power bills come in way higher than your friends and family? Do you know why, or does the amount always take you by surprise? Maybe, like the family who created an effective solar panel heater out of drink cans, or the blogger who enjoys free power generated by a converted washing machine, you've found a creative way to minimise your bills. If so, how do you do it?
Whether your bills are high and you're looking for ways to reduce them, or you have some secrets to low power bills that you're willing to share, we'd love to hear from you. Email homed@stuff.co.nz and one of our reporters will be in touch.
Is School Not Working For Your Teen?
This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.
You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own … View moreIs School Not Working For Your Teen?
This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.
You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own design concepts and collaborate with other students on creative projects – PLUS gain credits towards NCEA level 2 &/or 3 – Enrol NOW Course Starts Next Week!
Successful Graduates from this programme could pathway onto further study in Certificates, Diploma or Degrees in Media Arts.
We’re super excited to bring back the Tiaki Expo for the third year in a row to South Auckland, and in the process inspire local guardians of the environment.
Interested in a green career? The Tiaki Expo is the place to be!
Friday 10 August 2018, 9:30am-1:30pm at the Vodafone Events … View moreWe’re super excited to bring back the Tiaki Expo for the third year in a row to South Auckland, and in the process inspire local guardians of the environment.
Interested in a green career? The Tiaki Expo is the place to be!
Friday 10 August 2018, 9:30am-1:30pm at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau.
Learn all you need to know about a green career and the critical skills for 21st century jobs from tertiary providers, environmental and STEM industry organisations and presenters.
Head on down in the morning and grab a FREE goodie bag, lunch and parking.
See you there!
Nicole Stanton
Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust
In a recent Stuff article, a mum was charged $55 for being one minute late picking up her child from daycare. What do you think neighbours, is this fair?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Miranda Holiday Park officially has the best park grounds in New Zealand. At the Holiday Park 2018 …
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.
Find out more about what happened to Ngāti … View moreThe confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.
Find out more about what happened to Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, where you live in Auckland, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.
Flagship Store now open, visit us for a unique shopping experience like no other.
Dr Nerida McKibben, as seen on Hope Channel New Zealand, wants everyone to live life to the fullest. She integrates holistic principles into medical treatments and knows first-hand the incredible power unleashed when her patients make healthy lifestyle choices.
Come along to … View moreDr Nerida McKibben, as seen on Hope Channel New Zealand, wants everyone to live life to the fullest. She integrates holistic principles into medical treatments and knows first-hand the incredible power unleashed when her patients make healthy lifestyle choices.
Come along to Dr Nerida’s FREE seminars at 12 Alpha Street, Papakura
Saturday 11th August
- 6:30 pm Living Well & Feeling Great
- 7:20 pm Sleep – It’s Underrated
Sunday 12th August
- 6:30 pm Minding Your Mind
- 7:20 pm All Things Food
My Sister Tracey is currently tint training as a colourist in a pukekohe based salon and in need of a model for 2:00pm tomorrow Thursday 2nd august would prefer a model with grey hairs and not to thick.
If your interested please contact Tracey on 0275166702
Please note there will be a small fee… View moreMy Sister Tracey is currently tint training as a colourist in a pukekohe based salon and in need of a model for 2:00pm tomorrow Thursday 2nd august would prefer a model with grey hairs and not to thick.
If your interested please contact Tracey on 0275166702
Please note there will be a small fee for product use.
Murray Kay, Franklin Local Board member for the Pukekohe subdivision, tells OurAuckland what he loves about the area.
The search for Auckland's next beauty queen could end in Aka Aka. On Saturday 17-year-old Nikita H…
Welcome home! Master planned new development Pacific Gardens has a clear vision in mind. It will be characterised as having a unique identity and a strong sense of place.
Be one of the first to gain exclusive pre-launch access to Pacific Gardens by registering today. The display suite opens to … View moreWelcome home! Master planned new development Pacific Gardens has a clear vision in mind. It will be characterised as having a unique identity and a strong sense of place.
Be one of the first to gain exclusive pre-launch access to Pacific Gardens by registering today. The display suite opens to the public on Saturday 4th August, so get in touch for a private appointment ahead of the crowds.
Pacific Gardens will be a community of attainable terrace homes and apartments set amongst a beautiful oasis - this vision will be reflected in the design of the buildings, public spaces, landmark features and natural landscapes.
Students are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles … View moreStudents are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles at a leadership exercise in Palmerston North last year. However students can still use firearms as part of shooting clubs and competitions. Click here to read the full article and guidelines.
So what do you think of the new rules? Are you for or against them?
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