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Our best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a … View moreOur best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a handy way to get your gifting sorted without leaving home).
Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. … View moreShopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. Shifting a portion of that toward small, local retailers can make a huge difference for the wider small-business economy.
Read business journalist Aimee Shaw's piece.
The Pukekohe Pickleball Club is holding an open day to celebrate the opening of their new venue at the Pukekohe Netball Centre in Queen St Pukekohe on Saturday 6 December from 11am to 3pm
Entry is free and we have paddles and balls available and one of our super friendly club members will show … View moreThe Pukekohe Pickleball Club is holding an open day to celebrate the opening of their new venue at the Pukekohe Netball Centre in Queen St Pukekohe on Saturday 6 December from 11am to 3pm
Entry is free and we have paddles and balls available and one of our super friendly club members will show you how to play this exciting game. Bring the family , have some fun and enjoy our awesome new covered courts with us , we will love to see there
But be warned - this game is very addictive because it is so much fun and you get to meet a whole lot of lovely people
Kia ora, Neighbourly whānau!
I’m Paige, an 18-year-old Māori artist studying at Waikato University. I create authentic Māori artwork inspired by my whakapapa, whenua, and the stories of my whānau. Art keeps me grounded in my culture and helps support my studies as I work towards a future … View moreKia ora, Neighbourly whānau!
I’m Paige, an 18-year-old Māori artist studying at Waikato University. I create authentic Māori artwork inspired by my whakapapa, whenua, and the stories of my whānau. Art keeps me grounded in my culture and helps support my studies as I work towards a future supporting tamariki in our community.
This piece is created with aroha, intention, and deep respect for our culture.
Price: $48
If you’d like to support a young local artist and bring meaningful Māori art into your home, I’d love to share my mahi with you. Ngā mihi nui!
🔥 Don't miss our SATURDAY SALE 🔥
50% off sale on our 'Every Day $4 Clothing Racks'
Usually $4 per item down to just $2 per item!
We are open from 9.30am - 2.30pm.
👕 The perfect time to stock up on stylish steals.
🏃🏻♀️ Be quick, sizes and styles are … View more🔥 Don't miss our SATURDAY SALE 🔥
50% off sale on our 'Every Day $4 Clothing Racks'
Usually $4 per item down to just $2 per item!
We are open from 9.30am - 2.30pm.
👕 The perfect time to stock up on stylish steals.
🏃🏻♀️ Be quick, sizes and styles are limited!
📍 Bloom Pukekohe Op Shop, 33 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe
Unfortunately we are unable to accept donations over the weekend.
Counties Manukau South Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Tracey.
The 14-year-old has been reported missing from her Conifer Grove home.
Police believe Tracey is likely in the south Auckland area.
Police and Tracey’s family would like to see her return home safely.
… View moreCounties Manukau South Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Tracey.
The 14-year-old has been reported missing from her Conifer Grove home.
Police believe Tracey is likely in the south Auckland area.
Police and Tracey’s family would like to see her return home safely.
If you see Tracey, or have any information on her whereabouts, please contact Police.
You can also provide further information online now or call 105 using the reference number 251123/1604.
Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”
So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?
Want to dive deeper? Rob Stock … View moreSenior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”
So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?
Want to dive deeper? Rob Stock has the full breakdown.
Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
… View moreHi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
🛏️ Huge Black Friday Savings
Enjoy up to 70% OFF on NZ-made beds and leading brands like Tempur, Sealy, and Slumberzone - all available in-store.
🎉 Black Friday Deals You’ll Love
Here’s what you can get this week only:
FREE Premium Pillows with selected beds
FREE Delivery on eligible purchases
FREE Size Upgrade on selected Slumberzone beds
Lowest Price Guarantee on Sealy Posturepedic
Exclusive Black Friday Combo Deals on top mattresses and bases
Whether you’re looking for better support, a size upgrade, or simply a more comfortable night’s sleep, our team is here to help.
Tomorrow is 'Thrifty Thursday!'
Come on in and see us and buy any 6 items of clothing from our $4 everyday racks for just $10!!!
🤩 We are open from 9:30am - 4pm 🤩
📍 Located at 33 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it… View moreTony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”
Click below to read their full story.
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✨ 50% OFF LINEN AND GLASSWARE ✨
Come in TOMORROW to snag a bargain!
🏃🏻♀️ Be quick, stock is limited!
📍 Bloom Pukekohe Op Shop, 33 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe
🗓️ Open 9.30am - 4pm — don’t miss it!
Excludes home decor, ornaments and selected glassware items.
Waikato Hospital typically brings new graduates on at 0.8 or 0.9 FTE, but recent interviewees are being told the only roles available are part-time at just 0.6 FTE.
Nurses are essential, and our health system is already under pressure, so why aren’t we offering these new nurses the secure … View moreWaikato Hospital typically brings new graduates on at 0.8 or 0.9 FTE, but recent interviewees are being told the only roles available are part-time at just 0.6 FTE.
Nurses are essential, and our health system is already under pressure, so why aren’t we offering these new nurses the secure roles they’ve trained for?
We want to know: Are we unintentionally training New Zealand nurses for the Australian job market?
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