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1608 days ago

Manukau East Shopping Shuttle

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

MECOSS is pleased to announce the Manukau East Shopping Shuttle service will resume on Thursday 2nd July.
This service is available to all people who are unable to access their grocery shopping. On alternate weeks, trips are made to Botany Town Centre and Pakuranga Plaza.
Morning pick-up, 2 hours of shopping, returned home early afternoon.
$10 includes return trip & a cup of coffee or tea.
Book a 'Companion Shopper' or 'Mobility Equipment' if you require assistance.
To book, please call 0800 632 677
Passengers should be mobile enough to independently enter and exit shuttle-bus with minimal help. Unfortunately wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on the shuttle-bus.
Pick up areas include Pakuranga, Howick, Bucklands Beach Peninsula, and Dannemora.
Bookings must be made a minimum of 4 days in advance or on Monday of every week. Please leave a message if you receive an answering service.

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2 hours ago

Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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20 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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1 day ago

Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.

How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
  • 28.4% With a city-wide public fireworks display
    28.4% Complete
  • 20.3% Small fireworks displays in each community
    20.3% Complete
  • 7.7% Keep it as is
    7.7% Complete
  • 32.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
    32.7% Complete
  • 10.6% Anything but fireworks
    10.6% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below
    0.4% Complete
1913 votes