1234 days ago

Auaha Haukura

Franklin Arts Centre from Franklin Arts Centre

Auaha Haukura showcases the joint practice of Lissy Robinson-Cole and Rudi Robinson. Through sculptural forms created in luminous neon and stitched in crochet the artists explore their connection to this world and the next, and the practice of matauranga māori (māori knowledge).

Auaha Haukura
Lissy Robinson-Cole and Rudi Robinson
Franklin Arts Centre
20 August - 8 October

Exhibition opening:
Saturday 20 August, 10am

FREE ACTIVITIES:

Making rainbows
Thursday 8 September, 10am – 1pm
Join artists Lissy Robinson-Cole and Rudi Robinson for a free crochet workshop to learn the basics, meet others and have fun! All materials are provided.


Pin Loom Woven Pot Stand
Tuesday 6 and Saturday 10 September, 10am – 2:30pm
Using Lissy and Rudi’s vibrant range of yarns, learn how to weave a pot stand using a pin loom. Emboss your pot by playing with stitching in bright and neon colours to create your own joyous and practical homeware.

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2 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 41.2% Yes
    41.2% Complete
  • 34% Maybe?
    34% Complete
  • 24.8% No
    24.8% Complete
488 votes
7 minutes ago

Suellen's Sweet Christmas Tradition

Possum Bourne Retirement Village

The festive season is the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth and to bring something truly special to the Christmas table. For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche !

An impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with delicate spun sugar, this classic dessert is a favourite at weddings across France and Italy and a much-loved Christmas tradition at home.

Click read more for the full recipe.

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1 day ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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