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Our children are being exposed to an average of 46 ads for unhealthy products every day (27 junk food, 12 alcohol, and seven gambling).
These things are the leading causes of cancer, obesity, diabetes, mental illness and many social harms.
Should our Government be doing more to protect our … View moreOur children are being exposed to an average of 46 ads for unhealthy products every day (27 junk food, 12 alcohol, and seven gambling).
These things are the leading causes of cancer, obesity, diabetes, mental illness and many social harms.
Should our Government be doing more to protect our children from this advertising? What should be done?
On Friday 6th September the Acacia Cove residents were spoilt with a visit from the Manukau Youth Jazz Orchestra. What a treat it was!
These kids, aged between 13 and 15, are talented beyond belief and it was amazing to see them in action. Not only are they very good at playing various … View moreOn Friday 6th September the Acacia Cove residents were spoilt with a visit from the Manukau Youth Jazz Orchestra. What a treat it was!
These kids, aged between 13 and 15, are talented beyond belief and it was amazing to see them in action. Not only are they very good at playing various instruments, there were a few amazing vocal performances too.
Both our Residents and our Manager, Bruce Cullington was very impressed. Well done to Musical Director Joseph Allan and thank you for bringing the kids to Acacia Cove.
We would love to see them again.
People either loved them or hated them, and now they're up for sale.
The giant 1990's Big Fresh Supermarket fruits and veges are up on Trade Me, with over 700 people adding them to their watchlist.
Did you enjoy seeing them on your grocery shopping outing?
We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.
This easy wheat free soda bread recipe was brought back from England recently by Helen, one of our Osteopaths, and is definitely worth sharing. It is easy to make, holds together well, and stays fresh for many days.
Ingredients:
300g oats
11/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
4 tblsp mixed seeds
500ml … View moreThis easy wheat free soda bread recipe was brought back from England recently by Helen, one of our Osteopaths, and is definitely worth sharing. It is easy to make, holds together well, and stays fresh for many days.
Ingredients:
300g oats
11/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
4 tblsp mixed seeds
500ml natural yoghurt
1 egg
1 tblsp honey
1 tblsp oil
Line a loaf tin with baking paper. Mix together the dry ingredients in a bowl, and mic together the wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Combine wet and dry ingredients and mix until completely blended.
Place in loaf tin and sprinkle some extra seeds on top.
Bake at 180C for 25 minutes then lower the temperature to 150C and cook for a further 30 mins. Remove from oven and wrap in a clean tea towel. You will know when the bread is backed when you turn it out and it has a hollow sound when you knock on the base.
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).
Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).
Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.
Safe travels neighbours!
It will soon be time to have your say on who represents your community by voting in the 2019 local elections. Do you intend to vote?
Measles is spreading fast in Counties Manukau! Don’t delay!
Please encourage tamariki and rangatahi to get their FREE measles vaccine - ages 1-29 years.
Get your FREE measles vaccine today from your doctor.
For more information, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or talk to your doctor. … View moreMeasles is spreading fast in Counties Manukau! Don’t delay!
Please encourage tamariki and rangatahi to get their FREE measles vaccine - ages 1-29 years.
Get your FREE measles vaccine today from your doctor.
For more information, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or talk to your doctor. Stop the spread of measles – get immunised!
Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?
September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends … View moreAlmost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?
September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends worldwide. So why not you?
Learn how you can help in simple and small ways. Wear a badge. Take time to listen. Pop over for a cuppa. It only takes 20 minutes online.
Show your support and help people with dementia to live well too. Join Dementia Friends today.
A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.
The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing… View moreA day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.
The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing muscle strain and backache. Its simple ergonomic design is changing the strenuous outdoor job of pulling weeds. You'll have the neighbours lining up to borrow yours!
We have 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to give away. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to go in the draw to WIN!
To find out more and buy the product, visit a Bunnings or Mitre 10 store near you
Never bow down to weeds again!
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* Competition entries accepted from 1.00am Sunday 15th September 2019 to 8:00am Monday 23rd September 2019. Five 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to be won. Winners will be contacted by email or phone on Monday 23rd September 2019. The prize will be couriered to the address specified by the winner within 4 weeks of the competition closing
In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.
It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the … View moreIn retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.
It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the village. As a Ryman Healthcare village, Bert Sutcliffe residents enjoy a fixed base weekly fee for life – guaranteed.*
Judith explains, “For us it was a no brainer, it was the best decision.
*Some conditions apply
BPW Franklin Dinner meeting taking place on Sept 25th at the Franklin Club 6.30pm. Registration and prepayment essential, all interested women are invited to attend but must text Marilyn 027 479 9121 by 8pm on Sunday 22nd. Cost $30
DOWNTON ABBEY this popularly acclaimed film will be showing at Pukekohe Cinema3 on Sunday 22nd Sept 3pm Tickets are just $20 and are obtainable from Pukekohe Travel Ltd – speak to Hannah or Gina. This event is more than just the film, there will be raffles and prizes and proceeds will go towards … View moreDOWNTON ABBEY this popularly acclaimed film will be showing at Pukekohe Cinema3 on Sunday 22nd Sept 3pm Tickets are just $20 and are obtainable from Pukekohe Travel Ltd – speak to Hannah or Gina. This event is more than just the film, there will be raffles and prizes and proceeds will go towards the BPW Franklin Annual Education Bursary. Applications for the bursary will be available in Nov and any woman with connections to Franklin going into tertiary education can apply. By attending patrons will be supporting this worthy cause and helping another woman achieve her goal. See you there.
This is a good base recipe for puddings making good use of the golden syrup that remains a staple of the New Zealand kitchen. Delicious as is, the pudding is also receptive to additional flavours such as lemon rind or raisins and spices like ginger or cinnamon. Make it in a family-sized dish or in … View moreThis is a good base recipe for puddings making good use of the golden syrup that remains a staple of the New Zealand kitchen. Delicious as is, the pudding is also receptive to additional flavours such as lemon rind or raisins and spices like ginger or cinnamon. Make it in a family-sized dish or in individual ramekins to give everyone their own personal pud.
Ingredients
75 g Butter, plus extra for greasing
75 g Sugar
75 g Self raising flour
1 Egg
1 Tbsp Milk
100 g Golden syrup
Directions
Lightly grease a mould, a small pudding basin, or 4 ramekins with a little butter. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and fold in the flour and milk. Pour the golden syrup into the bottom of the pudding basin or mould.
Carefully spoon the pudding batter on top of the golden syrup, spreading the mixture evenly. Cover and seal the top of the pudding basin with baking paper tied into place with string (or you can use tin foil).
Place the pudding basin in a large pot of simmering water. Ensure the water comes halfway up the side of the basin, put the lid on and steam for 30-40 minutes. If you are using ramekins, heat an oven to 160C and place the ramekins in a deep oven tray. Pour warm water around them so that it comes halfway up the ramekins and bake for 20 minutes.
Serve with vanilla bean ice cream and whipped cream.
Make a change
Lemon golden pudding: Grate the rind of one small lemon and add to the batter with the milk and flour.
Ginger golden pudding: Add 1 tsp of ground ginger with the flour and milk.
Nutty golden pudding: Add chopped walnuts to the bottom of the greased mould before you pour in the golden syrup.
A marble finish always looks elegant whichever form it takes, from kitchen islands to smaller ornaments such as candle holders.
Painting your own marbled effect has become a hot trend of late, and the good news is that it’s so easy to create using Resene Lusta-Glo.
Make the most of this … View moreA marble finish always looks elegant whichever form it takes, from kitchen islands to smaller ornaments such as candle holders.
Painting your own marbled effect has become a hot trend of late, and the good news is that it’s so easy to create using Resene Lusta-Glo.
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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