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As much as we love bees, many home gardeners are inadvertently damaging them in the process of creating the perfect garden.
Learn how to protect pollinators in your garden.
Concrete and clay tile roof repairs. Leaks fixed, new valley trays, re bed and pointing to ridge and hip caps new lead flashings. David. Franklin roof repairs. 0279281425
Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.
Waterfront restaurants serve up cuisine from around the world and cocktail bars hide down cobbled lanes. Volcanoes wrap around lush parklands crisscrossed by shaded walkways. Beautiful beaches are 10 minutes’ drive away and brunch is an art form. Walk up volcanoes or through art galleries and … View moreWaterfront restaurants serve up cuisine from around the world and cocktail bars hide down cobbled lanes. Volcanoes wrap around lush parklands crisscrossed by shaded walkways. Beautiful beaches are 10 minutes’ drive away and brunch is an art form. Walk up volcanoes or through art galleries and museums; find a new favourite restaurant or go paddle boarding with Rangitoto Island as your guide.
Reporter Briar Hubbard stumbled across this lovely lane on her travels yesterday.
Can anyone guess where in Franklin it is?
We would love to see your beautiful spring photos!
Auckland Council is reminding dog owners that it only accepts payment for dog registrations directly, not through third parties.
ENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – … View moreENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – Student Job Search has you covered. We’ll be picking THREE lucky winners so enter now! It’s free to list a job with SJS and we make sure to find the perfect student for your job. Enter HERE and find out for yourself!
Paying for on street parking in Auckland just got a whole lot easier with our new pay by plate technology and the AT Park app.
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New Spring/Summer Equus Range instore now!! Lovely bright colours for cheering us up after this wet winter😀
On Sunday The Block houses went to auction and a controversial decision, which saw Andy and Nate's house, which was initially passed in, was sold for the highest profit at a shock second auction that no one expected. They effectively snatched the win from Stace and Yanita.
Since then, The … View moreOn Sunday The Block houses went to auction and a controversial decision, which saw Andy and Nate's house, which was initially passed in, was sold for the highest profit at a shock second auction that no one expected. They effectively snatched the win from Stace and Yanita.
Since then, The Block losers, Ling and Zing, have had a Givealittle page set up for them - as well as Stace and Yanita.
What are your thoughts about this season's win?
Do you think the Givealittle pages should have been set up for these two teams?
Stace and Yanita's page has raised approximately $2,400, while Ling and Zing's page has raised over $18,300.
I have the whole kit for the Saint Kentigerns Junior Girls School Uniform Winter and Summer, Size 16. Price to be negotitated. Please contact Sandra 09 2364362. Thanks
Stormy weather has taken its toll in Auckland, with a roof partially blown off a house and another dwelling receiving a glancing blow from a lightning bolt on Monday evening.
High winds caused a roof to be partially blown off a Clarks Beach home south of Auckland. A Northern Fire Comms ...
It's WEEK THREE of 8 WEEKS OF HUMANITY...
This time, we asked Aucklanders about their culture how they connect with it. We learned that culture means very different things to different people! From traditions, to religion, to how time is spent, to activities, to the people you spend your … View moreIt's WEEK THREE of 8 WEEKS OF HUMANITY...
This time, we asked Aucklanders about their culture how they connect with it. We learned that culture means very different things to different people! From traditions, to religion, to how time is spent, to activities, to the people you spend your time with...
Ask someone about their culture and tell us how it went, or share how you connect with your culture!
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Want to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.
We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the … View moreWant to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.
We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the hospitality industry. You’ll study in a real bar, gain work experience in a real cafe, get lots of support and encouragement from your tutors, and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification.
Courses start in October so get in touch and enrol today!
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