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Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop desperately needs helpers. Many of our staff are either moving out of the area or unable to assist in the Op Shop for personal reasons. The Op Shop provides an opportunity to meet different people and develop friendships. All proceeds go to provide support for people in … View morePukekohe Anglican Op Shop desperately needs helpers. Many of our staff are either moving out of the area or unable to assist in the Op Shop for personal reasons. The Op Shop provides an opportunity to meet different people and develop friendships. All proceeds go to provide support for people in the wider Franklin community who are in need, or facing change or challenges in their life. If you have one or more days in a month from 8.30 to 12 noon on a Wednesday, Friday or Saturday and could assist, we would love to hear from you. Please PM me if you'd like to help out. Thanks!
The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.
Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.
What do you think?
Ahoy ye families!
Grab a torch and join our adventurers and suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company.
It’s going to be all hands on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and … View moreAhoy ye families!
Grab a torch and join our adventurers and suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company.
It’s going to be all hands on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and sample some delightful 18th century naval food. Mmmm, pease porridge, anyone?
Discover stories and traditions of tangata whenua as encountered by that first bewildered bunch of seafarers. And how do you communicate if you don’t speak the same language? Try to dodge muddles and mix-ups once we reach the Pacific.
● TUE 1, WED 2, THU 3, SUN 6, FRI 11 & SUN 13 OCT, 6PM - 8.30PM
● $25 EARLYBIRD (UNTIL 8 SEP), $30 GENERAL ADMISSION
From water babies to international competition Swimgym caters for all levels in its caring friendly swim schools and club.
Swimgym offers swimming lessons for children of all ages and abilities. We start at 3 months old and teach all the way through to fulfilling the Olympic dream. Our … View moreFrom water babies to international competition Swimgym caters for all levels in its caring friendly swim schools and club.
Swimgym offers swimming lessons for children of all ages and abilities. We start at 3 months old and teach all the way through to fulfilling the Olympic dream. Our high-quality lessons are taught by fully qualified and experienced staff.
Swimgym is a part of the Howick Pakuranga Swimming Club which is an incorporated society, a charity and a not for profit. We are independent and all of our profits go back into the community. Swimgym is the service provider for the Find Your Field of Dreams community swim programme in South Auckland. We deliver lessons in Pakuranga, Howick, Papatoetoe, Otara and on Waiheke Island…
Contact us here
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.
For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.
A lucky few will get a chance to see two of the finest examples of European pre-war luxury cars in t…
Hi Neighbours, Councillor Penny Hulse is stepping out of politics after 27 years in Auckland. She has reflected on successes, but also the rising "Trumpification" of politics, and excess point-scoring around the council table. Do you agree ? Read the story below:
(Please type NFP if your… View moreHi Neighbours, Councillor Penny Hulse is stepping out of politics after 27 years in Auckland. She has reflected on successes, but also the rising "Trumpification" of politics, and excess point-scoring around the council table. Do you agree ? Read the story below:
(Please type NFP if your comment is not for print)
A woman who found out the identity of her birth father online after four decades of searching says s…
It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin
To help you make this dream a reality we have a building up for sale that could be ready to transport in as little as 10 weeks.
Design: Weathertex cladding, cedar feature wall and recessed deck off master bedroom.
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Building delivered operationally complete ready to plug … View moreTo help you make this dream a reality we have a building up for sale that could be ready to transport in as little as 10 weeks.
Design: Weathertex cladding, cedar feature wall and recessed deck off master bedroom.
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Building delivered operationally complete ready to plug into on site services.
Delivery requires house removal truck, contact us to check your address online for suitability.
Built to high wind zone.
Includes: COC for building, oven/hob/power pack package.
Excludes: transport/foundations, site, fridge, dishwasher, wardrobe fit out in master, wardrobes bedrooms 2 and 3.
T&C’s apply.
Have you ever wanted to get closer to our exhibitions, collections and give back to the people of Auckland? Becoming a Weekend Information Desk Volunteer is a great way to get amongst it at Auckland Museum!
If you’re a friendly, helpful person who would enjoy helping visitors and you’ve got … View moreHave you ever wanted to get closer to our exhibitions, collections and give back to the people of Auckland? Becoming a Weekend Information Desk Volunteer is a great way to get amongst it at Auckland Museum!
If you’re a friendly, helpful person who would enjoy helping visitors and you’ve got a knack for communicating clearly, we would love to hear from you. You’ll receive full workshop-based training to make sure you’re skilled to field questions and provide helpful information to Museum visitors.
We ask for a commitment of approximately one half-day shift per week or per fortnight, typically on Saturday or Sunday. We would love to hear from you if you have availability on Fridays and/or Mondays also. We are seeking people who are able to make a genuine, long-lasting commitment to being an Auckland Museum volunteer.
Here’s your chance to help shape the experience people from Auckland, the rest of New Zealand and the rest of the world have at Auckland Museum.
Join us and work at Neighbourly, New Zealand's own social network. With a user base of over 760,000 members, we want to redefine what community can mean online. As a Software Engineer with Neighbourly, you will be part of a team which is directly improving the way New Zealanders connect and … View moreJoin us and work at Neighbourly, New Zealand's own social network. With a user base of over 760,000 members, we want to redefine what community can mean online. As a Software Engineer with Neighbourly, you will be part of a team which is directly improving the way New Zealanders connect and come together all the way from Bluff to Kaitaia.
This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. Day to day you will be:
● Responsible for the successful engineering, testing, deployment and support of the Neighbourly product
● Mentoring and coaching other engineers in the team to ensure practices and culture aligns with the overall Engineering Practice.
● Grow your skills in a full stack of technology including front end, back end and test engineering.
Young people are leading the charge for tomorrow's climate strike.
The idea is for as many people as possible to take the day off work to protest for climate action in solidarity with the school strikers. Are you in support of this?
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