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584 days ago

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585 days ago

Nominate your most loved local!

The Team from Love Your Local

Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the … View more
Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the finalists, to determine our regional winners.

You're invited to nominate your:
- Most Loved Food Truck or takeaway
- Most Loved Roadside Stall
- Most Loved Barista
- Most Loved Bartender or Publican
- Most Loved Front of House/Service Person or Team
- Most Loved New Business (open less than 12 months)

Your vote will put your 'Most Loved' up for the national title in each category as determined by our incredible judging panel including New Zealand chef Peter Gordon, Eat New Zealand CEO and owner of permaculture property The Food Farm Angela Clifford, and Stuff food editor Emily Brookes.
Nominate now

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586 days ago

Auckland Harbour Bridge CLOSED

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

1:40PM UPDATE: Bridge now reopened but with limited lanes.
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Waka Kotahi shared that the Auckland Harbour Bridge is now closed to both northbound and southbound traffic as of 1:10PM due to weather.

Damaging gales were predicted to blow up to 110km/h, … View more
1:40PM UPDATE: Bridge now reopened but with limited lanes.
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Waka Kotahi shared that the Auckland Harbour Bridge is now closed to both northbound and southbound traffic as of 1:10PM due to weather.

Damaging gales were predicted to blow up to 110km/h, while strong wind watches are in place for nearly the entire North Island.

MetService said the gales could cause power cuts in Northland, Auckland and Waikato, with the highest winds on westerly coastlines likely to down trees.

What you need to know:
- The Harbour Bridge is closed due to high gust winds.
- Vehicles needing to travel should detour via the Western Ring Route (SH18/SH16) at this time.

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586 days ago

* * * Nominations are open for the election of two Trustees * * *

The Secretary from Counties Energy Trust

* Nominations opened on Tuesday, 2nd May 2023
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 13th June 2023 at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms

586 days ago

Your young Blues fan could be a special guest at the next Blues home game!

Auckland Blues

Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

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Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies.
Find out more

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587 days ago

James Patterson novels $3 each or bulk deal

Sue from Pahurehure

James Patterson novels $3 each or negotiate price for bulk

Jack and Jill
judge and jury
Suzanne’s diary for Nicholas
TickTock
pop goes the weasel
the big bad wolf… View more
James Patterson novels $3 each or negotiate price for bulk

Jack and Jill
judge and jury
Suzanne’s diary for Nicholas
TickTock
pop goes the weasel
the big bad wolf
I Alex Cross
hide and seek
worst case
ninth judgement
four blind mice
the midnight club
along came a spider
8th confession
Mary Mary
Alex cross run
double cross
cross my heart

Currently at Papakura however can be picked up from either Papakura or Ranui by arrangement

If interested please contact (021) 045 9457, thank you

Negotiable

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587 days ago

Bee kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Use Resene paint and plants to create a bee-friendly corner. Find out how.

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587 days ago

Plan for your future

Possum Bourne Retirement Village

Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.

"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."

Click below to hear their story.

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587 days ago

Save the Date - IHC Op Shop Event - 24th June

Janet Wallington from IHC Counties Association Op Shop

Styling Day with Dame Denise L'Estrange-Corbet

Dame Denise will be in the IHC Op Shop styling some of our fabulous clothes and sharing fashion tips.

Watch this space for updates

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591 days ago

Share your money-saving tips!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.

As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View more
With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.

As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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588 days ago

Pop-Up Community Recycling Centre: Red Hill

Louise Beuvink from Beautification Trust

Join us for a day of sustainability and community at our Pop-Up Community Recycling Centre! Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and create a sustainable, circular future.

📅 Date: Saturday 3 June
🕙 Time: 10am-2pm
📍 Venue: Red Hill Community Centre, Red Hill, … View more
Join us for a day of sustainability and community at our Pop-Up Community Recycling Centre! Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and create a sustainable, circular future.

📅 Date: Saturday 3 June
🕙 Time: 10am-2pm
📍 Venue: Red Hill Community Centre, Red Hill, Auckland

🌟 What can you bring? 🌟
We're excited to accept the following items for recycling free of charge:
✅ Computers and electronics (eg. laptops, monitors, cell phones, tablets)
✅ Small to medium size household appliances (e.g. jugs, toasters, vacuum cleaners)
✅ Household batteries (e.g. AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, coin batteries)
✅ Plastic deck chairs, plastic washing baskets, plastic shell paddling pools
✅ Books, magazines
✅ CDs, VHS tapes
✅ Scrap metal

👗 Free Pre-Loved Clothing! 👚
Explore our collection of pre-loved clothing and discover some fabulous fashion gems. You never know what treasures you might find!

💡 Seeking expert advice? We've got you covered! 💡
Our knowledgeable team will be available to provide free expert advice on recycling your waste easily and responsibly. Whether you have questions about reusing, repurposing, recycling, or general waste management, they'll be there to assist you.

🌐 Waste, Recycling & Rehoming Directory: www.beautification.org.nz... 🌐
If you have an item that we can't accept at the event, no worries! Check out our Waste, Recycling & Rehoming Directory for other local options.

Let's come together as a community to reduce, reuse, and recycle!

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587 days ago

Have you got this Kmart product?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The… View more
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.

Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.

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587 days ago

MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS DINNER MEETING

Virginia Warren from BPW Franklin Inc

Invitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm

Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment … View more
Invitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm

Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment essential.
To register attendance: Contact catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz before 8pm Sunday 21st May Visitors/guests are welcome to attend.

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587 days ago

Our Drury Transfer Station is NOW OPEN!

Green Gorilla

Green Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.

Attention to all residents of South Auckland!

Need to get rid of an old fridge, a TV or both? Have a dead car battery, or perhaps finished your DIY project?

Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully … View more
Green Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.

Attention to all residents of South Auckland!

Need to get rid of an old fridge, a TV or both? Have a dead car battery, or perhaps finished your DIY project?

Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit - / EFTPOS card to drive in, and the trailer with your waste!

Location: 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury South – GATE A
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Mon-Fri 7 am -4.30 pm
Sat – Sun 7.30am – 3.30pm
For pricing & more: Check our website
Ph. 09 636 22 44
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587 days ago

Five out of five for Acacia Cove

Acacia Cove

Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great … View more
Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.

As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great quality of life for its residents. Acacia Cove gives its residents a social community feel, with bowling greens, snooker table, craft room and indoor pools, providing great opportunities for residents to mix and mingle. The five newly completed apartments are situated 50 metres away from the Village centre.

Acacia Cove understands that its residents require dwellings where they can live safely and independently. Universal Design provides this. Acacia Cove decided applying Universal Design best accessibility practice was of high importance.

If you’re aged 60 and over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Contact long time manager Burce Cullington on (09) 268 8522.
Find out more

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