283 days ago

Upcycle Magic: DIY Frame Refresh with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

Upcycle some old photo frames with Resene Lustacryl and Resene testpots and not only will you win points for your environmental stance, but you can also create original one-offs. Find out how to refresh your photo frames with these easy step by step instructions.

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More messages from your neighbours
19 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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3 days ago

Prices slashed for the weekend

Maryanne from Orewa

Epic books from a collectors collection, only $1 a book today and all weekend long, some great art books and books on NZ history, bestsellers, and lots more.

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21 hours ago

✨ This Saturday: Auckland’s Biggest Pre-Loved Kids Market! ✨

Nikki from Red Beach

Looking to save money while finding amazing treasures for the kids?
With 45+ stalls packed with quality pre-loved goodies, you’ll discover:

👕 Clothes for all ages
📚 Books & puzzles
🧸 Toys & games
🚲 Bikes & ride-ons
🛒 Buggies & nursery furniture
Bring the kids and join the treasure hunt, you never know what you’ll find!
🗓 Saturday
⏰ Doors open 9:00am
📍 Orewa Community Centre

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