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The knowledge of Pukekohe's vegetable growing community is helping families in Nepal increase their household income.
Save the Children International (SCI) staff from Nepal are part of a study tour looking at agricultural practices in New Zealand.
A lack of playground funding is making life difficult for a South Auckland primary school that utili…
In the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.
"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says … View moreIn the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.
"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says Nash, "and then meat sometimes a good month past its date. It didn't smell bad. Rinse it off, good to go."
It was all part of his year-long experiment to test the limits on food that had passed its expiration date.
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Renowned as one of the world’s leading beer festivals, GABS (the Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular) brings together the best breweries from New Zealand and Australia for a whirlwind celebration of craft beer and cider, accompanied by some of the city’s favourite food trucks, all-day … View moreRenowned as one of the world’s leading beer festivals, GABS (the Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular) brings together the best breweries from New Zealand and Australia for a whirlwind celebration of craft beer and cider, accompanied by some of the city’s favourite food trucks, all-day entertainment and all-around shenanigans.
Donuts, tea, gin, agave, chipotle chillies, rum-soaked muscatel grapes, Black Forest cake, prunes and even edible ants. These are just some of the more exotic ingredients found amongst the many ‘Festival Beers & Ciders’ brewed especially for the 2019 edition of GABS Beer, Cider & Food Festival presented by Liquorland and taking place at Auckland’s ASB Showgrounds on 29 June.
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Competition period: Wednesday 19th June to Sunday 23rd June 2019. Ten (10) prizes available. Each prize consists of one double pass to experience the GABS Festival in Auckland. The winners will be contacted via email and/or phone on Monday 24th June 2019.
GABS Beer, Cider & Food Festival presented by Liquorland is proudly supported by Ariston, Auckland Major Events, Kegstar and Little Creatures.
We've picked out some of the highlights coming up in Matariki Festival 2019.
Across Aotearoa we have amazing tamariki and rangatahi who come through our programmes and experience inspiring transformation journeys.
Paris from the Bay of Plenty recently caught up with Sun Live to discuss her journey and the positive impact that Project K has had on her life.
Kei runga noa … View moreAcross Aotearoa we have amazing tamariki and rangatahi who come through our programmes and experience inspiring transformation journeys.
Paris from the Bay of Plenty recently caught up with Sun Live to discuss her journey and the positive impact that Project K has had on her life.
Kei runga noa atu koe Paris! Thank you for inspiring us and leading the way for other rangatahi across the country!
Learn more about Paris' story here: bit.ly...
Almost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.
Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.
It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More … View moreAlmost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.
Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.
It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More than half the parents said they would loan money interest-free and only 38 per cent would expect it to be paid back.
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Why should you give up home ownership just because you're retiring? That's the ethos behind Bloom Living's freehold apartments currently under-construction in Manurewa East.
Designed for the 60+, Bloom offers a freehold alternative to traditional retirement villages. Apartments … View moreWhy should you give up home ownership just because you're retiring? That's the ethos behind Bloom Living's freehold apartments currently under-construction in Manurewa East.
Designed for the 60+, Bloom offers a freehold alternative to traditional retirement villages. Apartments are owned outright, and capital gains sit with the owner when it comes time to sell.
Bloom's central location ensures you're a stone's throw from Manurewa Town Centre's fabulous amenities.
Enjoy the financial benefits and convenience of a Bloom Living Apartment.
Show Homes: Wed, Thurs, Sat 10am-12pm, 20 Alfriston Road. Due for completion
October 2019. Contact Chrissie McKee today 021 469 946.
Year 7 is a crucial stage in education with students going through major physical, social and emotional changes. “Students need to be treated differently at the intermediate age,” says ACG Strathallan Year 7 and 8 dean, Clinton Thomas.
“They must be nurtured, as they’re still young, yet… View moreYear 7 is a crucial stage in education with students going through major physical, social and emotional changes. “Students need to be treated differently at the intermediate age,” says ACG Strathallan Year 7 and 8 dean, Clinton Thomas.
“They must be nurtured, as they’re still young, yet challenged academically to avoid losing interest.” Providing the right support through the change and development is key, Mr Thomas says. “At ACG Strathallan, we hold regular tutor classes for students in Years 7 and 8 to discuss things like peer support, organisation, and preparing for exams; we run camps to help grow supportive social networks; and we ensure our students have access to me, their dean, or the school counsellor when necessary,” he explains.
Visit us at our open day between 9am - 11am on Tuesday, 25 June.
It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.
Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great … View moreIt's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.
Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great place to start! Find more information here: www.volunteeringnz.org.nz....
Join us this National Volunteer Week to stand together in our differences and choose to connect! Take part in NVW by downloading NVW resources here: nationalvolunteerweek.nz....
National Volunteer Week 2019 runs from June 16-22.
#NVW2019 #WHIRIATETANGATA
We wanted to say a big THANK YOU to the 18,000+ 'busy bees' (volunteers) who help run Neighbourhood Support in our communities across the country. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without your generous support.
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Hey readers! Just a friendly reminder...If you have a story for us in Franklin:
Reporter Natalie Polley: natalie.polley@stuff.co.nz
- Business & property ; Council - transport & road issues; Environment ; Education ; Arts & lifestyle
OR
… View moreHey readers! Just a friendly reminder...If you have a story for us in Franklin:
Reporter Natalie Polley: natalie.polley@stuff.co.nz
- Business & property ; Council - transport & road issues; Environment ; Education ; Arts & lifestyle
OR
Reporter James Baker:
james.baker@stuff.co.nz
- Courts; Police investigations ; Social issues; Health
Introducing Destiny Laundromat opening on the 22nd June 2019.
Free Wash with every 60mins of Drying.
Pop in and see us at: Shop 8, 459 Rosscommon Road, Clendon Shopping Centre (next to work & income, or beside The Warehouse).
Come on down and enjoy! Cafe open from 10am for brunch/lunch! Love to see you. Kaye
Acacia Cove had a wonderful Race Night on Friday, 31st May.
The Jockeys and Jocketts were in top shape and as a result, their racing performance was remarkable. If I may add… Even their appearance has improved dramatically, some even looked about 60 years younger!
On 27th May, the bowlers … View moreAcacia Cove had a wonderful Race Night on Friday, 31st May.
The Jockeys and Jocketts were in top shape and as a result, their racing performance was remarkable. If I may add… Even their appearance has improved dramatically, some even looked about 60 years younger!
On 27th May, the bowlers from Possum Borne Village came to visit Acacia Cove. We kicked off the day with a nutritious morning tea, they had a delicious lunch and said their goodbyes over a cuppa during afternoon tea.
The weather was amazing, and the games were a pleasure to watch as the bowlers were all in top shape. Well done bowlers!
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