Karaka, Papakura

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2374 days ago

High chair and swing free

Praneel from Takanini

Available for pickup after5pm weekdays. First in first wins

Free

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2374 days ago

Boys clothes free

Praneel from Takanini

Boys clothes upto 12 months in very good condition for free

Free

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2375 days ago

ACG Strathallan Open Day - Tues, 25 June

ACG Strathallan

Strathallan offers a seamless pathway from Preschool to Year 13, and at all levels, students participate in a diverse range of academic, sporting, cultural and co-curricular activities.

We invite you to learn more about our school at our next Open Day on Tuesday, 25 June. Pop in anytime between… View more
Strathallan offers a seamless pathway from Preschool to Year 13, and at all levels, students participate in a diverse range of academic, sporting, cultural and co-curricular activities.

We invite you to learn more about our school at our next Open Day on Tuesday, 25 June. Pop in anytime between 9am - 11am for a chat and a tour of the school while classes are on. This is a great way to get a real sense of our school culture and values.
Learn more

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2388 days ago

Sustainable Living Skills Workshops for Sustainable Papakura

Sue from Papakura

Come along to any of Sustainable Papakura's FREE workshops during June, ... workshops will be held at our NEW PLACE: Sustainable Base: 4/2 Averill Street, Papakura (next to The Model Shop, near Countdown)
The sustainable market is held at the foyer of Sir Edmund Hillary Papakura Library on… View more
Come along to any of Sustainable Papakura's FREE workshops during June, ... workshops will be held at our NEW PLACE: Sustainable Base: 4/2 Averill Street, Papakura (next to The Model Shop, near Countdown)
The sustainable market is held at the foyer of Sir Edmund Hillary Papakura Library on the third Saturday of every month from 10 am to 1 pm.
Market stall enquiries: market@sustainablepapakura.co.nz
Workshops enquiries: facilitator@sustainablepapakura.co.nz

*Repair and Up-cycle - repairing and re-creating clothing & soft furnishings - every Friday morning 9.30 to 11.30 am, Sunday 16 June 2 - 4 pm

* Reduce soft plastic – make a selection of reusable bags, bread, produce and snack bags. Bring old t-shirts to make reusable bags and bin liners Sunday 9 June 2 – 4 pm, Wednesday 12 June 9.30 am to 11.30 am, Sunday 30 June 2 - 4 pm

*Beeswax Wraps - make and design your own wraps . Help reduce plastic use at home, can be used for sandwiches, wraps, fruit, veggies, snack pockets, cones for chippies (NB. due to popularity, max two wraps per person)
Monday 10 June 4 - 6 pm, Monday 17 June 7 - 9 pm,
Monday 24 June 4 - 6 pm, Wednesday 26 June 7 - 9 pm

*Make own reusable menstrual pads/liners – (2-day workshop) Learn about using and caring for reusable pads and learn to make your own pad. Can bring own flannelette pj’s or sheets you no longer use Wednesday 12 June 7 - 9 pm and Wednesday 19 June 7 - 9 pm

*Sustainable Papakura Market 10 am to 1 pm with The Rubbish Trip – tips on how to reduce household waste, save money and look after our environment as well as a jumble market Saturday 15 June 10.30 to 12.30 pm NB. Market is in the Foyer of Sir Edmund Hillary Papakura Library

*Creative sewing day – time to be creative - bring items from home you may have - let’s have fun in being creative! Sunday 23 June 2 - 4 pm

*Reusable nappies, liners and wipes. learn all about using and caring for reusable nappies. Make reusable liners and wipes. Now at a later time, hopefully in July.

2376 days ago

Celebrate Matariki Festival with over 100 events!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Hey South Auckland, get out and celebrate Tāmaki Makaurau’s unique Māori identity with friends and whānau! You can experience te ao Māori through stories, entertainment and discussions at Matariki Festival 2019 – more than 100 events across Auckland! Celebrate Matariki

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2376 days ago

Are you feeling that neighbourly spirit?

Alzheimers NZ

Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims … View more
Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims to make NZ a more supportive, inclusive and understanding place for people living with dementia. It only takes 20 minutes to become a Dementia Friend.

The good news is you can help people with dementia to live well. Even in the smallest of actions help. Learn more about how you can help.

Join Dementia Friends today.
Find out more

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2376 days ago

Eye on Nature Wearable Arts Show - SOLD OUT -

Nicole Stanton from

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And just like that our Eye on Nature Wearable Arts Fashion Show 2019 has sold out at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this event and our kaupapa, - we can't wait to put on a fantastic show for almost 600 people!

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2378 days ago

Travel Suitcases

Aaron from Drury

Hi

Does anyone have any kind of travel suitcases, bags for travelling etc that you’re wanting to get rid of?

Thanks

2376 days ago

Decorative vases for a quirky home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Bring the best of the 70s to your vase collection with this retro-inspired colour scheme in a mix of Resene colours.

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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2376 days ago

Poll: Do you use a top sheet on your bed?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".

It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?

To read more, … View more
Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".

It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?

To read more, click here

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Do you use a top sheet on your bed?
  • 80% Yes, of course!
    80% Complete
  • 14.4% Nah, I don't bother
    14.4% Complete
  • 5.6% Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't
    5.6% Complete
2938 votes
2376 days ago

Bliss Balls

Way Of Life Health Shop

These simple and easy to make bliss balls are a tasty high fibre snack or lunch box addition.
20 pitted dates - soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes
2/3 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup cashew nuts
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/8 tsp Himalayan or Celtic sea salt
Combine all ingredients in a blender until the… View more
These simple and easy to make bliss balls are a tasty high fibre snack or lunch box addition.
20 pitted dates - soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes
2/3 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup cashew nuts
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/8 tsp Himalayan or Celtic sea salt
Combine all ingredients in a blender until the mixture forms a ball around the blade. Mixture should be firm and sticky. A little date soaking water can be added is the mixture is too dry. Roll into balls and store in the fridge.
Other possible ingredients to add are: protein powder, collagen powder, maca, cacao, seeds, apricots and other dried fruits.

2377 days ago

Poll: Will you be using trains to get to work this morning?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

Hi Aucklanders. Auckland Transport suffered a 30 minute train suspension across the network due to a KiwiRail signalling fault yesterday. It was the second time in a week that trains were non-operational, network wide. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said the delays were "not good enough". He … View moreHi Aucklanders. Auckland Transport suffered a 30 minute train suspension across the network due to a KiwiRail signalling fault yesterday. It was the second time in a week that trains were non-operational, network wide. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said the delays were "not good enough". He asked KiwiRail if its infrastructure was fit for purpose. KiwiRail has promised an independent review into the recent signal faults.
Keep up-to-date with all traffic and transport delays with our live blog www.stuff.co.nz...
[Please type NFP if your comment is not for print.]

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Will you be using trains to get to work this morning?
  • 25.1% No - The network is becoming unreliable
    25.1% Complete
  • 17.3% Yes - Trains are faster than being stuck in traffic even if they're unreliable
    17.3% Complete
  • 2.1% Undecided - Tell us in the comments
    2.1% Complete
  • 55.5% No - I don't use trains
    55.5% Complete
375 votes
2377 days ago

Take A Step Today For World Refugee Day 👟💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Around the world, communities, schools, businesses, groups and people from all walks of life are taking big and small steps in solidarity with refugees. This World Refugee Day, we challenge everyone in New Zealand to join together and take a step to make a difference.

You can take part in the … View more
Around the world, communities, schools, businesses, groups and people from all walks of life are taking big and small steps in solidarity with refugees. This World Refugee Day, we challenge everyone in New Zealand to join together and take a step to make a difference.

You can take part in the #StepWithRefugees campaign, where participants will collectively walk, run and cycle 1 billion miles - the distance refugees cover each year to reach safety, by adding your steps here: stepwithrefugees.org...

Another option is to volunteer with the New Zealand Red Cross as a Refugee Support Volunteer. Volunteers help families start again, while teaching them about New Zealand culture and connecting them with people from the community.

For anyone based in the Wairarapa, Masterton Neighbourhood Support has a programme called 'WeConnect' that matches new residents from diverse backgrounds including refugees to a local buddy. If you're interested in volunteering or supporting the programme in other ways you can email Masterton Neighbourhood Support Area Coordinator, Cathy Cameron, at: cathy@connectingcommunities.org.nz

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2378 days ago

Pruning Workshop

Jennifer from Waiuku

We are holding a mid winter pruning workshop on 23rd June at our place. Starting at 10:00 with:
Making tree paste
Pruning theory
Shared lunch
Pruning practice
Limited to 20 - details and register at
permakai.nz...

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2377 days ago

Because we all feel at home in the garden

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

For some, gardening in New Zealand - literally putting down roots - is a journey of a thousand miles (or more).

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