Karaka, Papakura

Got a question for your neighbours?

Got a question for your neighbours?

Post here and let them help!

2281 days ago

Cafe Cooking 101

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Over three sessions, learn to cook classic recipes you find in New Zealand's innovative cafes. Start with learning basic knife skills and then transform your vegetable cuts into delicious salads followed by learning how to make blueberry muffins, cookies, eggs benedict and more!

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Over three sessions, learn to cook classic recipes you find in New Zealand's innovative cafes. Start with learning basic knife skills and then transform your vegetable cuts into delicious salads followed by learning how to make blueberry muffins, cookies, eggs benedict and more!

Registration link below!

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2282 days ago

Do you know a Kind Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!

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2282 days ago

It’s time to vote!

The Team from Auckland Council

It’s time to vote for the Auckland you love in the local elections.

Don’t leave it to the last minute.

Get your papers back early and relax. Last day to post is Tuesday 8th October, or drop them in a ballot box before midday Saturday 12 October.
Find out more

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2282 days ago

Get your curtains cleaned up

The Team from

Are your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly … View more
Are your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We are located in Wairau Park, Glenfield. We have been cleaning curtains for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For the best fabric curtain and blind cleaning in Auckland, please contact us to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
Find out more

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2282 days ago

NZ House & Garden House Tour - Tickets on sale now!

NZ House & Garden Tours

Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to … View more
Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to take in the best scenery the region has to offer, try some quirky cafes or eateries along the way, and also visit our Hub; a one stop shop for all your house tour information and where they can meet the editorial team behind their much-loved magazine.

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2282 days ago

Weleda Teething Powder

Way Of Life Health Shop

Weleda Teething Powder is back in stock. This old favourite now has a new look. It has been sorely missed by many while the packaging was in the process of change!

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2282 days ago

HURRY TIMES ALMOST UP!

The Team from

We are halfway through our desexing campaign and we still have over 200 bookings available for Snip ’n’ Chip!

From 16 September to 4 October, we are working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING AND MICROCHIPPING for residents in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your feline family member is undesexed… View more
We are halfway through our desexing campaign and we still have over 200 bookings available for Snip ’n’ Chip!

From 16 September to 4 October, we are working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING AND MICROCHIPPING for residents in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your feline family member is undesexed and unmicrochipped you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity.

If you live in one of the below areas, PLEASE CALL US NOW on 09 256 7310 to book in:

Avondale, Clendon Park, Glen Eden, Henderson, Mangere, Manurewa, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Onehunga, Otahuhu, Papakura, or Papatoetoe.

This is our last Snip 'n' Chip campaign of the year and we desperately need more people to take up our Snip 'n' Chip offer! 😭😭

Please leave a voice message with your name and number and we will get back to you as soon as we can!

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2282 days ago

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💜🌿

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.

#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ

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2282 days ago

Dark Chocolate Brownie

Way Of Life Health Shop

When cutting down on sugar, or going sugar free, it can be hard to create healthy tasty food that everyone can enjoy. Often the way around this is to use fruit in fresh or dried form. This recipe from Yvonne Gloor, one of our instore Nutritionists, is a great idea for everyone's favourite - … View moreWhen cutting down on sugar, or going sugar free, it can be hard to create healthy tasty food that everyone can enjoy. Often the way around this is to use fruit in fresh or dried form. This recipe from Yvonne Gloor, one of our instore Nutritionists, is a great idea for everyone's favourite - Chocolate Brownie!

1 1/3 cups dates
2 ripe bananas
4 tblsp cocoa
1 tblsp cinnamon
1 cup cooked black beans
1 cup walnuts pieces
1 cup dessicated coconut

Preheat oven 10 190C.
Chop dates and put in food processor with bananas. Process until creamy. Add cocoa, cinnamon, black beans, walnuts & coconut. Process again until mixture holds together.
Put into a rectangular tin with a removable base and bake for about 30 minutes. Cool on a rack for an hour.

2283 days ago

Enhance your furniture with a simple stencil

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Bring a piece of Morocco into your home with this easy pattern DIY. Use it to pretty up a vintage cabinet.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2283 days ago

Transforming Ōtāhuhu's town centre

The Team from Auckland Council

Exciting things are happening in the heart of Ōtāhuhu with a major transformation project underway. Better lighting, pavements, more trees and street furniture are just part of the plan. It's also going to be even great for pedestrians and local business. Find out more

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2286 days ago

Our pups are missing

Ilse from Karaka

Whos seen Ruby and Sonny. Dissapeared from 153 Lewis road, Karaka about 11 o clock today. They are chipped Brother and Sister. 10 MONTHS old but big dogs. Sonny is alot bigger than his sister. Not wearing their collars.
Please lets us know if you spot them, we are worried sick.

0275449628

2284 days ago

Join Gen Less

Gen Less

They all had their defining moments. Climate change is ours.
Join Gen Less, and live more with less energy. #GenLess
Join Gen Less now

2284 days ago

Doors to open at Bloom Manurewa East

Bloom Living

Bloom Living’s newest freehold retirement apartment complex in Manurewa East will officially open its doors to the public on Saturday 28th September. The occasion will be marked with an opening ceremony at 20 Alfriston Road, Manurewa East and will take place from 1pm to 3pm.

Refreshments will… View more
Bloom Living’s newest freehold retirement apartment complex in Manurewa East will officially open its doors to the public on Saturday 28th September. The occasion will be marked with an opening ceremony at 20 Alfriston Road, Manurewa East and will take place from 1pm to 3pm.

Refreshments will be served and a notable local celebrity will officially cut the ribbon at 1.20pm.

Apartments will be open for viewing from 1.30pm to 3pm. Show homes will open again to the public on Sunday, 29th September from 10am-12pm.

Register your interest now with Chrissie McKee, 021 469 946
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2297 days ago

Driving Instructor

Ross from Papakura

Does anyone know of a good driving instructor that they would recommend? My 17 year old wants to sit his restricted license and will need some lessons.
Thanks for your help with this.

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