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Kia ora neighbours. We're on the lookout for broccoli recipes! We will give away free copies of the October 2025 issue to readers whose broccoli recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite broccoli recipe to us, at: … View moreKia ora neighbours. We're on the lookout for broccoli recipes! We will give away free copies of the October 2025 issue to readers whose broccoli recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite broccoli recipe to us, at: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by August 15, 2025.
**๐๐๐๐LOADS OF NEW STOCK JUST ARRIVED AT FURNITURE CLEARANCE CENTRE PUKEKOHE๐๐๐๐
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๐ฒ๐LOUNGE
๐๐ฒBEDS
๐ฅณ๐๐ฅณ๐๐ฅณPLUS MUCH MORE
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FURNITURE CLEARANCE CENTRE - 33 NELSON ST PUKEKOHE**
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Woolworths brand 18% Fat Beef Mince
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Woolworths brand 18% Fat Beef Mince
Hydr8 brand Spring Water 600ml x 24
Snack Switch brand Plant Protein Bars
Ecostore Ultra Sensitive Multi Purpose Cleaner 500ml
Various sunscreens sold online at Harvey Norman
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Annabel Trends - Banana Teether
Villeroy & Boch Childrenโs Tumblers- sold at Ballantynes Christchurch
Jupiter 2-in-1 Baby High Chair & Swing. Recall updated July 2025. Originally published January 2025.
Portable Soothing Baby Rocker Bouncer Chair with Toy Bar. Recall updated July 2025. Originally published January 2025.
Product Recalls: Clothing
Ocean & Earth Youth & kids Ponchos (Various)
IG Embroidered Sherpa Bomber Jacket- sold at Postie
Product Recalls: Electronics
OMNI Desktop power module with USB-A and USB-C
Yamaha PA300C Power Adaptor for Digital Piano Products
Gadali Gas Deep Fat Fryer OT-72A 12KW
Product Recalls: Other
Kelsey Mug- sold at nood
DT SWISS ARC, ERC, CRC & HEC Wheel
DT SWISS ERC/CRC/HEC Wheel
Momentum Vida E+ Low-Step E-Bicycle- sold at Giant and Momentum dealers
Honda Outboard BF115, 135, 150 and 350
See past months recalls here. Stay safe, neighbours!
The big WHY for your Wednesday! This is your community owned energy trust, you should want a say in who voices your energy needs and concerns. VOTE today for who you think will be the best man to represent your household.
VOTING CLOSES ON SATURDAY - BE QUICK!
You'll need your unique code … View moreThe big WHY for your Wednesday! This is your community owned energy trust, you should want a say in who voices your energy needs and concerns. VOTE today for who you think will be the best man to represent your household.
VOTING CLOSES ON SATURDAY - BE QUICK!
You'll need your unique code and password handy, find them in your email from election services.
The Queens Redoubt is a reconstructed military fortification that was originally built in 1862
The earthworks have been rebuilt and a visitor - education centre with informative displays that impartially tells the story of the New Zealand Wars with particular focus on the invasion of the Waikato … View moreThe Queens Redoubt is a reconstructed military fortification that was originally built in 1862
The earthworks have been rebuilt and a visitor - education centre with informative displays that impartially tells the story of the New Zealand Wars with particular focus on the invasion of the Waikato is open for public viewing.
We hold open days on Sundays from 10am -2pm
We also host group visits and school visits by appointment
Book your group visit by phoning Peter on 0273933326 or emailing queensredoubtpokeno@outlook.co.nz
For further details visit our website queensredoubt.co.nz
The Queens Redoubt Visitor Centre
22 Great South Rd Pokeno 2471
Does your home have a bright pink front door? Know a secret rainbow-coloured park bench? Is there art in your office that makes you smile every time you walk past it? If it's bright - we need to see it!
Bright Spots is back for a third year - a celebration of the crazy colourful places in … View moreDoes your home have a bright pink front door? Know a secret rainbow-coloured park bench? Is there art in your office that makes you smile every time you walk past it? If it's bright - we need to see it!
Bright Spots is back for a third year - a celebration of the crazy colourful places in our communities and homes. Share a pic today and you could win one of ten prize packages worth $500!
Need inspo? Check out the entries so far.
Some of the best moments are shared over food. Thatโs why weโre giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
Weโll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about whatโs in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. Thatโs why weโre giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
Weโll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about whatโs in the trolley and more time enjoying whoโs around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, youโll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
โจ It's 2 for 1 Tuesday โจ
๐ Simply buy 1 item and get a similar item of equal or lesser value, ABSOLUTELY FREE! ๐
That means...
Buy 1 top get the second top free!
Buy 1 pair of shoes get the second pair free!
๐คฉ We are open from 9:30am - 4pm today ๐คฉ
* Sale excludes … View moreโจ It's 2 for 1 Tuesday โจ
๐ Simply buy 1 item and get a similar item of equal or lesser value, ABSOLUTELY FREE! ๐
That means...
Buy 1 top get the second top free!
Buy 1 pair of shoes get the second pair free!
๐คฉ We are open from 9:30am - 4pm today ๐คฉ
* Sale excludes books, selected ornaments, children's clothing, selected clothing, furniture, plants and crafts made by our Bloom participants *
Voting closes this Saturday 9 August 2025! So what are you waiting for? You can vote from the comfort of your couch. Stay cozy and simply, open up your voting pack - find your unique code and vote online. The Counties Energy Trust holds 100% of the shares in Counties Energy Limited on behalf of the… View moreVoting closes this Saturday 9 August 2025! So what are you waiting for? You can vote from the comfort of your couch. Stay cozy and simply, open up your voting pack - find your unique code and vote online. The Counties Energy Trust holds 100% of the shares in Counties Energy Limited on behalf of the consumers. The Trust's primary role is to monitor the performance of the company and ensure that investments and operations benefit the community - which means we want you to vote, have your say - this is your energy network, your community.
Your Voice. Your Energy. Your Trust. YOUR VOTE COUNTS.
Friday 15 & Saturday 16 August, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Have you seen James Gunn's 'Superman' yet?
The new movie stars Krypto, Superman's capable and floofy sidekick. Following the movie release, online searches for dog adoption surged globally! Krypto is based on Gunn's own rescue dog, Ozu. The Neighbourly team is sure that … View moreHave you seen James Gunn's 'Superman' yet?
The new movie stars Krypto, Superman's capable and floofy sidekick. Following the movie release, online searches for dog adoption surged globally! Krypto is based on Gunn's own rescue dog, Ozu. The Neighbourly team is sure that Gunn is pleased that his own rescue pup may lead to more fluffy adoptions!
Looking to match with your own super pet? The SPCA is spotlighting animals waiting for their new and committed families.
We hope this news brings a smile!
Life gets busyโreally busy. Between work, family, appointments, and a never-ending to-do list, itโs easy for things to pile up. Add fast fashion, online sales, and homewares aisles that whisper โjust one more basket wonโt hurtโ, and suddenly weโre swimming in stuff and tat.
… View moreLife gets busyโreally busy. Between work, family, appointments, and a never-ending to-do list, itโs easy for things to pile up. Add fast fashion, online sales, and homewares aisles that whisper โjust one more basket wonโt hurtโ, and suddenly weโre swimming in stuff and tat.
Sometimes, that stuff is cozy and familiar. But other times, after a long day, you walk through the door, look around, and think: โOkay. Somethingโs got to go.โ
And when that urge to declutter hits, the question isโwhere does it all go? We're not talking about broken bits and pieces, but those perfectly good things that simply no longer fit your life or your space.
In her piece When decluttering canโt be avoided much longer, Joanna Davis shares the everyday items she's finally ready to part withโand it might just inspire your own clear-out mission.
We want to know:
๐งน How often do you get the urge to declutter?
๐ฏ Are there certain things youโve got your eye on to donate or rehome?
๐ Do you have any favourite charities, op-shops, or community organisations you support with your preloved items?
Letโs swap stories, share ideas, and help great stuff find a second lifeโoutside our closets and shelves.
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If youโre 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. Itโs free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If youโre 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. Itโs free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you havenโt had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
๐ฅ $1 WEEKEND DEAL! ๐ฅ
All menโs and womenโs tops, t-shirts, shirts, singlets and bras from our $4 range are now just $1!!!
๐ The perfect time to stock up on stylish steals.
๐๐ปโโ๏ธ Be quick, sizes and styles are limited!
๐ Bloom Pukekohe Op Shop, 33 Edinburgh Street, … View more๐ฅ $1 WEEKEND DEAL! ๐ฅ
All menโs and womenโs tops, t-shirts, shirts, singlets and bras from our $4 range are now just $1!!!
๐ The perfect time to stock up on stylish steals.
๐๐ปโโ๏ธ Be quick, sizes and styles are limited!
๐ Bloom Pukekohe Op Shop, 33 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe
๐๏ธ Saturday & Sunday 9.30am - 2.30pm only โ donโt miss it!
Some of the best moments are shared over food. Thatโs why weโre giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
Weโll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about whatโs in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. Thatโs why weโre giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
Weโll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about whatโs in the trolley and more time enjoying whoโs around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, youโll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
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