Mahurangi North, Matakana

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2490 days ago

New bus services funded by Rodney Transport Targeted Rate

Communications Team from Auckland Council

A new transport initiative introduced by Rodney Local Board has caught the attention of Auckland Mayor Phil Goff, who has applauded the board for its forward thinking.

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2490 days ago

Come for the sporting spectacle

Settlers Lifestyle Village, Settlers Albany

Our residents will soon be squaring up in a range of fun competitions ranging from bowls, quoits, darts, golf putting to tea-towel-hanging – and you’re invited to watch the thrills, spills and laughter. Then, grab your free barista coffee and enjoy a tour of the village and show homes on offer.… View moreOur residents will soon be squaring up in a range of fun competitions ranging from bowls, quoits, darts, golf putting to tea-towel-hanging – and you’re invited to watch the thrills, spills and laughter. Then, grab your free barista coffee and enjoy a tour of the village and show homes on offer.

It’s your chance to get a sneak peek into what life at Settlers is really like.

Sunday 3 March, 1-3pm, 550 Albany Highway, Albany

All welcome - see you there!
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2490 days ago

North Shore Home and Garden Show - 2 for 1 ticket offer

North Shore Home and Garden Show

It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the North Shore Home and Garden Show on the 8 - 10 March at Eventfinda Stadium (Previously North Shore Events Centre). Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the showView more
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the North Shore Home and Garden Show on the 8 - 10 March at Eventfinda Stadium (Previously North Shore Events Centre). Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with over 200 wonderful Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from Landscaping, Kitchens, Outdoor Living, Spas, Sheds, Flooring, Furnishings, Artisan Foods, Lifestyle Products and more! Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp on ‘7 Steps to a Better Home’.

Save the date in your diaries: 8 – 10 March 2019

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Eventfinda Stadium (Previously North Shore Events Centre)
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Tickets here!

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2491 days ago

Overnight Auckland motorway closures: 24 February – 2 March 2019

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 1 March 2019. Please note this Traffic Bulletin is … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 1 March 2019. Please note this Traffic Bulletin is updated every Friday.

This affects the: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway, Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Highway, Southwestern Motorway, George Bolt Memorial Drive, State Highway 2.

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2491 days ago

Resene Shed of the Year 2019

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Final call for entries! ​You've got a few days left to send in photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2019 winner receives $3220 worth of gardening products! Get your entry to us … View moreFinal call for entries! ​You've got a few days left to send in photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2019 winner receives $3220 worth of gardening products! Get your entry to us by this Thursday, Feb 28. To enter: ​Tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos to mailto:mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz.

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2491 days ago

Fruit flies found on the North Shore

Biosecurity New Zealand

Single male fruit flies have been found in traps in Devonport and Northcote.

Controlled Areas of 1.5 kilometres remain in place. Visit biosecurity.govt.nz/fruitfly to check if you are in a Controlled Area.

If you are in the Controlled Areas there are restrictions on the movement of fruit and … View more
Single male fruit flies have been found in traps in Devonport and Northcote.

Controlled Areas of 1.5 kilometres remain in place. Visit biosecurity.govt.nz/fruitfly to check if you are in a Controlled Area.

If you are in the Controlled Areas there are restrictions on the movement of fruit and vegetables.

Visit biosecurity.govt.nz/fruitfly for more instructions and information.
Find out more

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2495 days ago

Join us tomorrow at the Famous Gibbs Farm!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

No plans tomorrow? Want to try something new?
This is your last chance to get tickets to the famous Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park. Join us tomorrow and experience the biggest sculpture park in the Southern Hemisphere.

There's only a few tickets left! To secure yours visit bit.ly...

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2496 days ago

Everything you need to know about the latest fruit fly discovery

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Ōtara is in a fruit and vegetable lockdown after a facialis fruit fly was found.

It's the first time this particular fruit fly - which is native to Tonga - has been found in New Zealand, and it could be devastating to crops.

How has the fruit fly discovery affected you? … View more
Hey neighbours,

Ōtara is in a fruit and vegetable lockdown after a facialis fruit fly was found.

It's the first time this particular fruit fly - which is native to Tonga - has been found in New Zealand, and it could be devastating to crops.

How has the fruit fly discovery affected you? Are you worried about purchasing local fruit and veges from the area? Will you still go to the Ōtara markets this weekend?

To find out how to spot the facialis fruit fly, and what to do if you see one, click here.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2494 days ago

Have you ever been injured by FOOD?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours. We recently heard from a woman who received serious injuries after a nasty slip on a banana peel. I'd like to hear about your peculiar food related injuries. What were you doing when you found yourself in pain at the hands of food? What were your injuries and how bad were they? … View moreHi neighbours. We recently heard from a woman who received serious injuries after a nasty slip on a banana peel. I'd like to hear about your peculiar food related injuries. What were you doing when you found yourself in pain at the hands of food? What were your injuries and how bad were they? Send me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz or comment your stories below.
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2492 days ago

*WIN* Free Double Passes to Backbone!

Auckland Arts Festival

Backbone is circus like you’ve never seen before. From revolutionary Australian company Gravity & Other Myths, Backbone is contemporary circus stripped back to its core: physical, playful, and sometimes even painful.

Backbone tests the limits of the human body, featuring jaw-dropping … View more
Backbone is circus like you’ve never seen before. From revolutionary Australian company Gravity & Other Myths, Backbone is contemporary circus stripped back to its core: physical, playful, and sometimes even painful.

Backbone tests the limits of the human body, featuring jaw-dropping physical feats, hair-raising acrobatics, and moments of hilarious absurdity.

An acrobatic marvel that has to be seen to be believed. Sweaty, sinuous, and seriously impressive.

Neighbourly has 10 double passes to giveaway to the premiere of Backbone, on Thursday, 14 March at 7.30pm. Simply like or thank this post to go into the draw to win!
Book tickets now

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2492 days ago

Varicose veins? Not only cosmetic!

The Vein Centre

Don’t let your bad veins ruin your life. Your legs can be treated now without painful surgery.

Laser, Glue or Sclerotherapy will help you with your veins without affecting your normal life. It also can be funded by your insurance* Please call or write to us to book an initial consultation

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Don’t let your bad veins ruin your life. Your legs can be treated now without painful surgery.

Laser, Glue or Sclerotherapy will help you with your veins without affecting your normal life. It also can be funded by your insurance* Please call or write to us to book an initial consultation

*check with your insurance policy first

Check out our website www.theveincentre.co.nz
email: info@theveincentre.co.nz
Call: 09 444 5858 or 0508 4 VEINS (0508 483467)
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2493 days ago

Reminder.... on tomorrow night, see you there!

Paula from Snells Beach & Mahurangi East

Reminder.... on tomorrow night, see you there!
Harmony Circle – Guest Presenter Sunday 24th Feb;
Vicky Santiago from Kowhai Hypnotherapy

Venue; Community Hall, 2 Alnwick St (next door to Town Hall), Warkworth.

Open at 6.45pm for a 7pm start. $5 contribution at the door – Harmony Circle is … View more
Reminder.... on tomorrow night, see you there!
Harmony Circle – Guest Presenter Sunday 24th Feb;
Vicky Santiago from Kowhai Hypnotherapy

Venue; Community Hall, 2 Alnwick St (next door to Town Hall), Warkworth.

Open at 6.45pm for a 7pm start. $5 contribution at the door – Harmony Circle is non-profit.

Understanding the rules of how your mind works helps with achieving amazing results in your life. Whether you're wanting to eat healthier, control your drinking or reduce anxiety, you'll learn simple, actionable techniques to manage your mind and create the change you want. We'll cover the 3 simple rules that your brain always follows. Plus, how to get your thoughts working for you, so you can live your life on purpose, taking control rather than constantly reacting to circumstances and drowning in overwhelm. Vicky will be on hand to explain how hypnotherapy works and answer any questions. She will also do a live demo on a volunteer from the audience!

Vicky Santiago is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner, based in Warkworth. She specialises in weight loss and the Virtual Gastric Band, over drinking, and business success mindset.
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