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Walking has always been a way of life for Glynne and Eric, who rarely miss a chance to lace up their shoes and head out. As residents of William Sanders Village, they frequently clock up 12 kilometres in a day, enjoying the charm of their local neighbourhood. Their favourite routes feature stunning… View moreWalking has always been a way of life for Glynne and Eric, who rarely miss a chance to lace up their shoes and head out. As residents of William Sanders Village, they frequently clock up 12 kilometres in a day, enjoying the charm of their local neighbourhood. Their favourite routes feature stunning harbour and bay views and regular stops at their much-loved local cafés.
“There are so many beautiful walks nearby, It’s such a convenient area to explore,” says Eric.
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Northlanders and visitors to the region are being urged to conserve water as a dry summer continues.
Northland Regional Council Chair Geoff Crawford says parts of the Far North and Kaipara Districts have been under water restrictions since late last year and the region has only got drier since … View moreNorthlanders and visitors to the region are being urged to conserve water as a dry summer continues.
Northland Regional Council Chair Geoff Crawford says parts of the Far North and Kaipara Districts have been under water restrictions since late last year and the region has only got drier since then.
"That - coupled with an influx of the tens of thousands of visitors we’re expecting over Northland-Auckland Anniversary weekend and Waitangi week - all puts pressure on our water supplies."
Chair Crawford says the regional council, which monitors river flows, groundwater and manages resource consents to take water, is urging everyone to play their part and do what they can to conserve water.
"Water shortages affect everyone - albeit in different ways - with farmers and water tank users needing to pay to top up their supplies. That water has to come from somewhere."
"Rainfall is the key to it all...we've been hoping for it and while some areas have had some rainfall in recent weeks and some further rain is predicted in the coming week, unfortunately it has not fallen across the whole region and has not been enough to top up our rivers."
While the region waits for rain, Chair Crawford urges people to use water sensibly and notify any leaks to their local district council.
He says Bewaterwise.org.nz has some useful water saving tips.
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Don’t miss your chance to WIN a Weber® Lumin® BBQ Prize Pack, valued at $1098! Each pack includes: an electric BBQ, a stand with a side table, and a cover.
All you have to do is grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! Answer … View moreDon’t miss your chance to WIN a Weber® Lumin® BBQ Prize Pack, valued at $1098! Each pack includes: an electric BBQ, a stand with a side table, and a cover.
All you have to do is grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! Answer the daily New Zealand based questions, the more answers you enter correctly, the higher your chance of winning. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.
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Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories.
Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in stunning Clark's Beach.
Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new … View moreDon't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in stunning Clark's Beach.
Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new owner.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!
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Chef Troy at Ryman’s Diana Isaac Village serves up a mouthwatering array of summer dishes inspired by patio gardens teeming with herbs.
This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any summer holiday occasion! It features a crunchy gingernut biscuit base and a smooth, creamy mascarpone filling … View moreChef Troy at Ryman’s Diana Isaac Village serves up a mouthwatering array of summer dishes inspired by patio gardens teeming with herbs.
This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any summer holiday occasion! It features a crunchy gingernut biscuit base and a smooth, creamy mascarpone filling that’s both tangy and sweet. Topped with a layer of lemon curd and finished with mint and edible flowers, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Turn a tired old clothesline into a stylish garden feature that brings joy to the chore of getting your washing out in the sun. Finish in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Crowshead. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the … View morePack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the lawns to watering the garden, pulling weeds, and even cleaning the windows.
Ryman residents are free to embrace adventure because they're not tied down with home maintenance stress and security worries. They're rediscovering lost passions and plunging headfirst into new ones whenever they feel like it.
Click find out more to discover the lifestyle.
It's a message we share time and time again, and this year, we're calling on you to help us spread that message further.
Did you know that calls to SPCA about dogs left inside hot cars made up a whopping 11% of all welfare calls last summer? This is a completely preventable issue, and … View moreIt's a message we share time and time again, and this year, we're calling on you to help us spread that message further.
Did you know that calls to SPCA about dogs left inside hot cars made up a whopping 11% of all welfare calls last summer? This is a completely preventable issue, and one which is causing hundreds of dogs (often loved pets) to suffer.
Here are some quick facts to share with the dog owners in your life:
👉 The temperature inside a car can heat to over 50°C in less than 15 minutes.
👉 Parking in the shade and cracking windows does little to help on a warm day. Dogs rely on panting to keep cool, which they can't do in a hot car.
👉 This puts dogs at a high risk of heatstroke - a serious condition for dogs, with a mortality rate between 39%-50%.
👉 It is an offence under the Animal Welfare Act to leave a dog in a hot vehicle if they are showing signs of heat stress. You can be fined, and prosecuted.
SPCA has created downloadable resources to help you spread the message even further. Posters, a flyer, and a social media tile can be downloaded from our website here: www.spca.nz...
We encourage you to use these - and ask your local businesses to display the posters if they can. Flyers can be kept in your car and handed out as needed.
This is a community problem, and one we cannot solve alone. Help us to prevent more tragedies this summer by sharing this post.
On behalf of the animals - thank you ❤️
Few things in life are as enriching as the thrill of travel or the camaraderie among friends. At Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village in Auckland, a group of intrepid travellers have combined the two.
It all began when Bert Sutcliffe Village resident Marie began arranging evenings at the theatre for… View moreFew things in life are as enriching as the thrill of travel or the camaraderie among friends. At Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village in Auckland, a group of intrepid travellers have combined the two.
It all began when Bert Sutcliffe Village resident Marie began arranging evenings at the theatre for her neighbours. The theatre enthusiasts soon became close friends and as their friendships developed so did their adventures, expanding their horizons to include long lunches, winery tours, group dinners and adventurous holidays in New Zealand and overseas.
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A credit report (or record) is a record of your credit history. It includes any payment defaults recorded against your name, and it also includes your credit rating.
Your credit rating is a score between 0 and 1,000 that credit reporting agencies assign to you based on your credit history. The … View moreA credit report (or record) is a record of your credit history. It includes any payment defaults recorded against your name, and it also includes your credit rating.
Your credit rating is a score between 0 and 1,000 that credit reporting agencies assign to you based on your credit history. The higher the score, the better your rating. Businesses, banks and other organisations you engage with may look at your credit report to help them decide if they want to do business with you.
You have a right to free access to your credit record. You will usually receive your record within 10 days of applying for it. You may need to pay a fee if you need it quicker than that (within three working days). A credit reporting company cannot charge you more than $10 (including GST) to process your credit report application.
In New Zealand, there are three credit reporting agencies. If you want a full check of your credit record, you need to get a credit report from each of them:
👉Centrix – My Credit Report
👉illion - register to get your free credit report
👉Equifax - My Credit File
Our Bureau re-opens today from 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. on Friday. Please call us on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Email us on farnorth@cab.org.nz. Pop in and see us at 6 Cobham Rd., Procter Library Building, Kerikeri.
I have for sale 6 beautiful hand painted wine glasses and the matching Ewer that stands 450cm. The Ewer does have a tiny crack by the handle which I have shown in the photos. I am downsizing and no longer need these.
The blue is quite unusual in these types of glasses and Ewer.
I am thinking of … View moreI have for sale 6 beautiful hand painted wine glasses and the matching Ewer that stands 450cm. The Ewer does have a tiny crack by the handle which I have shown in the photos. I am downsizing and no longer need these.
The blue is quite unusual in these types of glasses and Ewer.
I am thinking of the price in the range of $100-$150 for the set.
Thanks for looking
My phone number is 0212561282
Cheers
June
Hi there, I have four Draecena's for sale, we are changing our garden and they don't fit in anymore and I would hate to just throw them away. They are about 15-20 years old. They need a bit of feed, that's why they are going yellow. The wood pigeon's just love the berries.
… View moreHi there, I have four Draecena's for sale, we are changing our garden and they don't fit in anymore and I would hate to just throw them away. They are about 15-20 years old. They need a bit of feed, that's why they are going yellow. The wood pigeon's just love the berries.
You will need to come and dig them out yourselves and it will need to be done fairly soon.
I would like a fair offer in the vicinity of around $200-$300 each but open to offers.
Ring me on 021 256 1282
Cheers
June
The Karen Walker Paints collection from Resene will see you sprucing up your home in style with this simple but fun project using your favourite Karen Walker testpot colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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