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What's fun, free, safe and tailor-made for creative Kiwi kids? MindLabKids.com, that's what! This super online learning website is the home of home-based fun for 5-12 year-olds. Sign them up today to get their creative cogs turning, and be in to win some cool freebies!
Join us in 'going gold' for Paralympics New Zealand's annual Spirit of Gold® Mufti Day!
This year the event celebrates 6 months until our Paralympians compete in the PeyongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games. Donations will greatly contribute to getting our team to South Korea.
… View moreJoin us in 'going gold' for Paralympics New Zealand's annual Spirit of Gold® Mufti Day!
This year the event celebrates 6 months until our Paralympians compete in the PeyongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games. Donations will greatly contribute to getting our team to South Korea.
As a big thank you for your support, we will be awarding a Paralympian visit to two lucky organisations; one who raises the most funds, and one for the best photograph posted on social media with our #SpiritOfGold hashtag!
Head over towww.paralympics.org.nz... to get your Mufti Day Toolkit and for other ways that your organisation can get involved in supporting us this September!
Paul | Pukekohe
"My wife is from the Philippines, I’ve got one brother who’s married to a Japanese girl, another brother who’s married to a lady who was born in Samoa. So very much a multi-cultural family now. Auckland’s become multi-cultural and I think if we take that onboard and … View morePaul | Pukekohe
"My wife is from the Philippines, I’ve got one brother who’s married to a Japanese girl, another brother who’s married to a lady who was born in Samoa. So very much a multi-cultural family now. Auckland’s become multi-cultural and I think if we take that onboard and learn from each other’s culture, pick out the best parts and make that our own culture."
Hear more of Paul's story on our Facebook page.
Hey neighbours - you might have heard about Electric Kiwi and our Free Hour of Power. Or that recently Canstar Blue awarded us the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award (Electricity Providers). But did you know we have some cool new friends?
Over at Electric Kiwi we're all about connections … View moreHey neighbours - you might have heard about Electric Kiwi and our Free Hour of Power. Or that recently Canstar Blue awarded us the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award (Electricity Providers). But did you know we have some cool new friends?
Over at Electric Kiwi we're all about connections and building strong relationships with our customers, which is why we're proud to announce that we've joined up with the team at Neighbourly. Together, we're celebrating innovation and emPOWERing Kiwi communities (see what we did there?!)
We look forward to sharing more about our partnership with you soon. In the meantime, find out what makes us special.
The two local clubs in contention for men's regional hockey trophies had identical experiences in Sa…
Volunteers are urgently needed to visit older people for up to an hour, once a week. If you can make a good cuppa and enjoy having a chat with someone, then we need you. This is one of the simplest and most rewarding ways to make a difference in your community. What's in it for me you ask?… View moreVolunteers are urgently needed to visit older people for up to an hour, once a week. If you can make a good cuppa and enjoy having a chat with someone, then we need you. This is one of the simplest and most rewarding ways to make a difference in your community. What's in it for me you ask?
Well ........
• You’ll gain a sense of purpose and more confidence
• You’ll become part of an important community making a difference
• You’ll meet other volunteers
• You’ll learn new skills and receive training
• Most of all, you’ll connect with someone who needs you
Email Lisa now on lisaw@accm.org.nz
Areas where people are needed:
Papatoetoe - 9 visitors required
Clendon Park - 3 visitors required
Favona - 3 visitors required
Mangere - 3 visitors required
Manukau - 5 visitors required
Manurewa - 8 visitors required
Otahuhu - 2 visitors required
Pakuranga - 4 visitors required
The Gardens - 4 visitors required
Do you have a shoes on or shoes off policy at your place? Are sheets changed regularly in your home, or just whenever suits? Do you know your neighbours' names?
Homed is conducting a survey to learn more not just about what happens behind your front door and throughout Kiwi communities. … View moreDo you have a shoes on or shoes off policy at your place? Are sheets changed regularly in your home, or just whenever suits? Do you know your neighbours' names?
Homed is conducting a survey to learn more not just about what happens behind your front door and throughout Kiwi communities. We'd love you to take part - plus we'll put you in the draw to win one of three $100 Prezzy® cards if you complete the survey by 7 August.
It was a celebration of local businesses on Saturday night, as the Pukekohe Business Association held its Best in Business Awards black tie gala event at the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall.
420 people flocked to the occasion in their finery, enjoying a three-course meal from Flame Tree Kitchen… View moreIt was a celebration of local businesses on Saturday night, as the Pukekohe Business Association held its Best in Business Awards black tie gala event at the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall.
420 people flocked to the occasion in their finery, enjoying a three-course meal from Flame Tree Kitchen as the winners in each category were named.
The big winner on the night was White Rose Cars who took out the coveted supreme award - alongside the professional services award.
If you went, what was your favourite part of the evening? Mine was the food! hehe.
- Nats
Another beautiful bespoke home we have recently completed. This Home was positioned and designed to take in the stunning views. The main features of this home are a large custom made laundry and kitchen with scullery, separate bathroom with built in bath, full tiled showers with built in shampoo … View moreAnother beautiful bespoke home we have recently completed. This Home was positioned and designed to take in the stunning views. The main features of this home are a large custom made laundry and kitchen with scullery, separate bathroom with built in bath, full tiled showers with built in shampoo boxes and grab rails. Mirrored Sliding Wardrobe doors in the bedrooms, Attic stairs in the garage, wire racking in the storage cupboards and wardrobes, and a Wood look Aluminum Front Door.
Another beautiful bespoke home we have recently completed. This Home was positioned and designed to take in the stunning views. The main features of this home are a large custom made laundry and kitchen with scullery, separate bathroom with built in bath, full tiled showers with built in shampoo … View moreAnother beautiful bespoke home we have recently completed. This Home was positioned and designed to take in the stunning views. The main features of this home are a large custom made laundry and kitchen with scullery, separate bathroom with built in bath, full tiled showers with built in shampoo boxes and grab rails. Mirrored Sliding Wardrobe doors in the bedrooms, Attic stairs in the garage, wire racking in the storage cupboards and wardrobes, and a Wood look Aluminum Front Door.
Another beautiful bespoke home we have recently completed. This Home was positioned and designed to take in the stunning views. The main features of this home are a large custom made laundry and kitchen with scullery, separate bathroom with built in bath, full tiled showers with built in shampoo … View moreAnother beautiful bespoke home we have recently completed. This Home was positioned and designed to take in the stunning views. The main features of this home are a large custom made laundry and kitchen with scullery, separate bathroom with built in bath, full tiled showers with built in shampoo boxes and grab rails. Mirrored Sliding Wardrobe doors in the bedrooms, Attic stairs in the garage, wire racking in the storage cupboards and wardrobes, and a Wood look Aluminum Front Door.
Sanjana Ram is passionate about people.
For the new owner of Patumahoe's Wright's Water Gardens, it's making her customers happy that inspires her.
Sanjana, along with husband and head chef Ronesh Ram, purchased the business in October 2016 after falling in love … View more
Sanjana Ram is passionate about people.
For the new owner of Patumahoe's Wright's Water Gardens, it's making her customers happy that inspires her.
Sanjana, along with husband and head chef Ronesh Ram, purchased the business in October 2016 after falling in love with the venue's ...
Find out how a Regional Environment and Natural Heritage Grant could help your group or project.
Applications open 1 August - 10 September
Our $5 Clothing Fill a Bag is back!
Head to The Vintage Store (154 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe) and grab a bag of clothes for just $5.
Sale ends Saturday 5 August.
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