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Know the friendliest barista around? Does your mechanic always go the extra mile? Got a lawn-mowing legend? Hairdresser hero?
Give your favourite local business the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
There's been hundreds of … View moreKnow the friendliest barista around? Does your mechanic always go the extra mile? Got a lawn-mowing legend? Hairdresser hero?
Give your favourite local business the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
There's been hundreds of incredible entries already but don't forget to nominate your local this week. The recognition will make their day (and they're in with a chance to win a $10,000 package!).
Share a few words about your favourite local now.
Your home is your sanctuary, and that’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens.
We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.
Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our priority. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for … View moreYour home is your sanctuary, and that’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens.
We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.
Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our priority. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for emergencies. If something happens, you’re in safe hands.
We’ll take care of everything and make sure that you have what you need.
If you or a loved one are over 70, Ryman has a range of options from emergency accommodation through to townhouses or apartments available to purchase.
Help us make our communities more resilient to storms. Visit the link below to upload photos, videos and details of flooding in your neighbourhood.
As part of the World of Cultures celebration here at Franklin, The Centre, Artist Siniva Williams will guide your kids in learning about Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) using similar process to Ngatu making using paper, crayons, and Indian ink.
Where: Franklin Arts Centre
When: Sat 1 April
Time: … View moreAs part of the World of Cultures celebration here at Franklin, The Centre, Artist Siniva Williams will guide your kids in learning about Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) using similar process to Ngatu making using paper, crayons, and Indian ink.
Where: Franklin Arts Centre
When: Sat 1 April
Time: 10:00am—10:40am &
10:50am—11:30am
Cost: FREE
Age: 5 +, adult supervision required
Resin - Cheese/Bread Boards Workshopp
Sat 18th March
10.45 am to +/- 2.45pm
@ Franklin Arts Centre
Would like to have a go with resin? Then here is your chance. Several boards will be undertaken. There are no mistakes, just many wonderful possibilities. Come along and have fun designing your … View moreResin - Cheese/Bread Boards Workshopp
Sat 18th March
10.45 am to +/- 2.45pm
@ Franklin Arts Centre
Would like to have a go with resin? Then here is your chance. Several boards will be undertaken. There are no mistakes, just many wonderful possibilities. Come along and have fun designing your own special items. Resin to dry overnight, to be collected the next day.
Fee: $195.00
Book via - newzealandartclasses.co.nz...
After four years of disruption, high schoolers all over Auckland finally got the Polyfest they had been waiting for.
It was estimated about 60,000 people attended Polyfest last week, where 8000 students from 181 cultural groups representing 55 schools performed traditional speech, song and … View moreAfter four years of disruption, high schoolers all over Auckland finally got the Polyfest they had been waiting for.
It was estimated about 60,000 people attended Polyfest last week, where 8000 students from 181 cultural groups representing 55 schools performed traditional speech, song and dance.
It’s the first time in several years that the festival has gone ahead without a hitch, following cancellations due to the Christchurch terror attacks in 2019 and the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.
For most, it’s not about the win, but the chance to celebrate their culture and embrace their Pasifika heritage.
Manurewa High School’s Sarai Makara-Moreland, 16, was completely out of breath as she stepped off the Cook Islands stage following their high-energy performance.
She said it was a “real privilege” and “a blessing” to get on stage tell the audience: “Hey look, this is my culture. This is where I’m from.”
“The most important thing was we made it up there, and we performed as a team. We are going out, win or lose, as a team.”
Read more of our coverage at Stuff.co.nz, and tell us below - did you watch or compete at Polyfest? How did it go?
In the Pukekohe IHC Op Shop there will be a St Patrick's Day sale this week. Our everyday clothing will be $1 per item and our boutique clothing will be half price on Tuesday. Pop in and see us and look out for further posts later in the week.
Internet is something we need these days for work, study, keeping in touch with loved ones or just to watch a movie! It's another bill to manage right?!
With the cost of living rising, we want to know how much your broadband bill is setting you back each month?
Celebrate Auckland's vibrant cultures at our World of Cultures festival! Visit the website for more than 70 FREE or low-cost activities across the region. Partnered by Vector Lights.
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ … View moreEvery month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ Gardener.
**THIS WEEK WE ARE CLEARING OUT JOHN YOUNG LOUNGE SUITES - WITH UP TO 50% OFF NEW SUITES AND SOFAS - THIS INCLUDES ALL ELECTRIC SUITES, SOFAS, AND RECLINERS 👍👍👍👍👍- BRAND NEW LOUNGE SUITES AT PRICES YOU WON'T BELIEVE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥- PUKEKOHE TRADERS - 33 NELSON ST … View more**THIS WEEK WE ARE CLEARING OUT JOHN YOUNG LOUNGE SUITES - WITH UP TO 50% OFF NEW SUITES AND SOFAS - THIS INCLUDES ALL ELECTRIC SUITES, SOFAS, AND RECLINERS 👍👍👍👍👍- BRAND NEW LOUNGE SUITES AT PRICES YOU WON'T BELIEVE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥- PUKEKOHE TRADERS - 33 NELSON ST PUKEKOHE**
Lots of advice on offer at this FREE event including gardening and composting, food waste, recycling, upcycling, pest control, land use & drainage and heaps to keep the kids entertained. FREE entry
Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.
As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.
… View moreBe in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.
As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.
They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies.
We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!
Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as … View moreWe're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!
Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as International Women's Day (this Wednesday) by sharing some of the lesser-known, inspiring women who've played a part in New Zealand's history.
Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column of the local paper - write NFP if you wish your comments to be excluded.
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