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Te Ngaru Childcare Centre's aim is to promote the interest and wellbeing of our Tupuna Maori. Te Reo Maori along with tikanga will be nurtured, fostered and encouraged within our bilingual environment.
Summer Special - Enrol now!
Open Monday - Friday 8 Am - 4 Pm
0 -3 Years Free Hours
… View moreTe Ngaru Childcare Centre's aim is to promote the interest and wellbeing of our Tupuna Maori. Te Reo Maori along with tikanga will be nurtured, fostered and encouraged within our bilingual environment.
Summer Special - Enrol now!
Open Monday - Friday 8 Am - 4 Pm
0 -3 Years Free Hours
3+ Years 30 Free Hours
Nutritious lunches included
Limited Spaces!
Contact us: (09) - 267 7272 or 072 924 8208
460 Porchester Road, Manurewa
www.tengaruece.co.nz
*Conditions Apply
$20,000 ono
Used on Lifestyle block as day accommodation for the family while our house was being built. Very good condition with no leaks.
2 berth complete with separate shower & separate toilet, oven, hob and grill, Heating system, Gas & Electric Hot water, Thermal blinds and insect … View more$20,000 ono
Used on Lifestyle block as day accommodation for the family while our house was being built. Very good condition with no leaks.
2 berth complete with separate shower & separate toilet, oven, hob and grill, Heating system, Gas & Electric Hot water, Thermal blinds and insect screens on windows and door, Large fridge freezer, cassette toilet (with spare cassette both of which are near new). Solar has been installed to keep the battery fully charged. Brand new power lead and all LED lights through the interior.
Gas & Electrical compliant. Waste and water carriers. Current WOF and Rego
Insulated 2 berth.
3 way fridge (gas/240v/12v)
2 way heater (240v/gas)
Hot water (240v/gas)
4 burner stove top with 1 running 240v/rest gas/gas oven and grill.
shower/toilet can be closed off.
plenty of storage under bed/seats and external.
Front seats turn into double bed
Has table that stows away.
Two new toilet cassettes and toilet is separate (not under the shower)
Great Storage with wardrobe in bathroom
Skylight and extractor fan in kitchen
Front sofas convert to big double bed
Spare wheel underneath
Contact Terry 0275944527
Refer trademe listing 1930646746
Would you like to meet that some one special, maybe meet your Soul mate, Find some one to share outings with, or just new friends and have fun for a couple of hours, Have you thought about Speed Dating?
Our first speed dating Event Lorraine Ward-Allen . . and I organized before Christmas at Ed… View moreWould you like to meet that some one special, maybe meet your Soul mate, Find some one to share outings with, or just new friends and have fun for a couple of hours, Have you thought about Speed Dating?
Our first speed dating Event Lorraine Ward-Allen . . and I organized before Christmas at Ed st pub Pukekohe was successful, with some of the men and women going out on dates, one relationship started that we are aware of, and 1 friendship started. We are planning on having 3 more Speed dating events ........Feb 21st, for 35 - 50 year old...............March 14th, 50 - 64 year old......... April 4th 25 - 35 year olds...... all upstairs at Ed st Pub Pukekohe for more information please message us 😊 $40.00 a ticket which includes a $10.00 drink Voucher on arrival and finger food at half time, 7 :15 pm arrival and 7:30 pm start
If we have younger/different ages that are interested it is possible for us to run more speed dating events during the week depends on interest. We will be keeping numbers at no more than 12 Males and 12 Females, so very important to Book your place, you never know who you may meet if you take a chance.
Franklin is a large area and we are committed to make Franklin speed dating a success, we can only do this with your support. Give it a go, what have you got to loose, and maybe everything to gain.
Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe, affordable and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe, affordable and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community.
Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Hi neighbours - come along to our 4th Chinese New Year folk culture festival!
Lion and dragon dance, shadow art play, Peking opera, face-changing opera, Wushu play, sugar people and traditional folk music and dance.
When: Sunday 3rd February, 1pm - 5pm
Where: NZ Multicultural Exchange and … View moreHi neighbours - come along to our 4th Chinese New Year folk culture festival!
Lion and dragon dance, shadow art play, Peking opera, face-changing opera, Wushu play, sugar people and traditional folk music and dance.
When: Sunday 3rd February, 1pm - 5pm
Where: NZ Multicultural Exchange and Experience Centre, 13-17 Arwen place, East Tamaki, Auckland
We look forward to seeing you there!
Accomplished English organist Jane van Tilbourg is giving a recital this Saturday, February 2, at St Andrew's Anglican Church, Pukekohe (cnr of Queen St and Wesley St). Entry by donation. The hour-long recital includes works by Buxtehude, Bach and Vierne. Jane was organist at Nelson Cathedral … View moreAccomplished English organist Jane van Tilbourg is giving a recital this Saturday, February 2, at St Andrew's Anglican Church, Pukekohe (cnr of Queen St and Wesley St). Entry by donation. The hour-long recital includes works by Buxtehude, Bach and Vierne. Jane was organist at Nelson Cathedral before returning to live in England in 2015.
Help The Warehouse support Water Skills for Life and keep our little kiwis safe in the water.
Water Skills for Life is a program developed for children in Years 1 - 8 to learn water safety skills and risk awareness.
It gives them the tools they need to stay safe now and for their future lives… View moreHelp The Warehouse support Water Skills for Life and keep our little kiwis safe in the water.
Water Skills for Life is a program developed for children in Years 1 - 8 to learn water safety skills and risk awareness.
It gives them the tools they need to stay safe now and for their future lives in, on and around the water. Children are taught Water Skills for Life at school. It’s easy to teach and fun for kids to learn.
Support Drowning prevention training for all kids. Donate in-store today.
We are seeking experienced Fleet Service Technicians to join our friendly and supportive Commercial team at Bridgestone in East Auckland who can provide exceptional levels of customer service to our valued customers in performing tyre servicing on commercial vehicles, heavy construction equipment, … View moreWe are seeking experienced Fleet Service Technicians to join our friendly and supportive Commercial team at Bridgestone in East Auckland who can provide exceptional levels of customer service to our valued customers in performing tyre servicing on commercial vehicles, heavy construction equipment, and off-road vehicles for Bridgestone customers.
You will be responsible for maintaining designated Bridgestone customer vehicle fleets, fleet service requirements and performing daily fleet service runs.
You must possess a full and clean NZ driver’s license. We offer competitive remuneration package and a range of extensive career opportunities to the right candidate.
The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is on 20 Feb – 3 March, and we’re bringing a few different events to the mix this year.
Don’t miss the NZ premiere of circus-cabaret Deluxe Deluxe! Explore the gardens in ways you’ve never done so before with interactive garden experiences, or enjoy a … View moreThe Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is on 20 Feb – 3 March, and we’re bringing a few different events to the mix this year.
Don’t miss the NZ premiere of circus-cabaret Deluxe Deluxe! Explore the gardens in ways you’ve never done so before with interactive garden experiences, or enjoy a line-up of emerging young opera stars on the Waikato River Explorer.
Book your tickets now through Ticketek to secure your place at one, two or ten of our exciting events. We'd love to see you there.
Sally and Bronwyn
Festival Co-Directors
Junior doctors at Waikato Hospital and other District Health Boards are striking from 8am on Tuesday 29 January to 8am on Thursday 31 January. Services will be affected as there will be fewer staff on duty. We will be deferring some appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics and … View moreJunior doctors at Waikato Hospital and other District Health Boards are striking from 8am on Tuesday 29 January to 8am on Thursday 31 January. Services will be affected as there will be fewer staff on duty. We will be deferring some appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics and giving priority to an emergency, intensive care and maternity.
All patients whose operations or clinical appointments are affected by the strike will be notified by telephone. Not all clinics are being deferred, so if you have not been notified please call the service to confirm. If you are unsure please call 0800 276 216. Please save the hospital Emergency Department for emergencies.
If your illness or injury is not urgent, you may face long delays. Go to your family doctor or local accident and medical centre
Contact Healthline on 0800 611 611 for advice from a trained professional Need mental health support and someone to talk to? Free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor.
Should the strike notice be lifted, services will resume.
Thank you for your patience.
www.waikatodhb.health.nz/strike
The SPCA is urgently appealing for information after a woman found seven dead puppies dumped behind …
Your generosity is helping to ensure we have another successful Wasp Wipeout season this summer. Baiting is about to start in some areas so thank you to those who are volunteering to help put it out. You can donate to Wasp Wipeout here: givealittle.co.nz... or find out more here: … View moreYour generosity is helping to ensure we have another successful Wasp Wipeout season this summer. Baiting is about to start in some areas so thank you to those who are volunteering to help put it out. You can donate to Wasp Wipeout here: givealittle.co.nz... or find out more here: www.stuff.co.nz...
Hello
My son is starting an automotive course at MIT - Otara and i was wondering if there is anyone out there that would like to carpool or that he can get a ride with. We live in Tuakau and he will be attending on Wed Thur and Fri from 8 am till 4 pm. Would be great to hear from anyone. Cheers… View moreHello
My son is starting an automotive course at MIT - Otara and i was wondering if there is anyone out there that would like to carpool or that he can get a ride with. We live in Tuakau and he will be attending on Wed Thur and Fri from 8 am till 4 pm. Would be great to hear from anyone. Cheers Malinda
Hi neighbours,
The countdown is on to the NZ Sevens - and the real question is, what are you going to wear?
With the help of some kind locals, Cambridge resident Maioro Barton, whose name often gets mistaken for Mario, has transformed into Super Mario himself.
Maioro's impressive moustache … View moreHi neighbours,
The countdown is on to the NZ Sevens - and the real question is, what are you going to wear?
With the help of some kind locals, Cambridge resident Maioro Barton, whose name often gets mistaken for Mario, has transformed into Super Mario himself.
Maioro's impressive moustache and decked out wheelchair are bound to turn heads at the event - do you think you can top his eye-catching get-up?
Are you going to the Sevens? Will you be pulling out all the stops when it comes to your costume? We'd love to hear your best dress-up ideas.
To read more, click here.
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This spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll … View moreThis spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll pick up all those fabulous barbecue flavours.
Combine good company with good food and your summer will be sizzling
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