Beach Haven, Auckland

Rocking chair refresh

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Refresh and restore a beautiful old rocking chair with a simple but stylish new look with Resene Enamacryl.

Find out how to create your own.

Artisan breads

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

There's really is nothing quite like a warm slice of freshly baked bread with a thick dollop of butter on top. Our Advanced chef students have spent today preparing their own doughs and baking their wholesome breads. ?
Here is Lidia with a full selection of wholemeal baps, brioche, donuts and… View moreThere's really is nothing quite like a warm slice of freshly baked bread with a thick dollop of butter on top. Our Advanced chef students have spent today preparing their own doughs and baking their wholesome breads. ?
Here is Lidia with a full selection of wholemeal baps, brioche, donuts and English muffins.

Happy St Patrick's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Today is a perfect time to stop and enjoy the company of your neighbours, friends and family!

The team at NZ Compare wish you all good health, good luck and happiness for 2022.

It’s Red Cross Annual Appeal Week!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Red Cross Annual Appeal Week is in full swing. Support us by shopping at your local Red Cross Shop or you could just pop in and make a donation!
If you can’t make it into the shop, no worries, just check out our listings on chooza.com and support Red Cross by shopping from the comfort of your … View moreRed Cross Annual Appeal Week is in full swing. Support us by shopping at your local Red Cross Shop or you could just pop in and make a donation!
If you can’t make it into the shop, no worries, just check out our listings on chooza.com and support Red Cross by shopping from the comfort of your couch. Hit the link below to see our exciting listings

The Antidote: Five happy things to read about

The Team Reporter from Stuff

A toy bunny lost and then left on top of a skip after the anti-mandate occupation at Parliament has been reunited with its owner, thanks to social media.

Richard Falkner, who works in central Wellington, found the soiled Peter Rabbit toy on top of a water tank used as a makeshift bin at Aitken St … View moreA toy bunny lost and then left on top of a skip after the anti-mandate occupation at Parliament has been reunited with its owner, thanks to social media.

Richard Falkner, who works in central Wellington, found the soiled Peter Rabbit toy on top of a water tank used as a makeshift bin at Aitken St last week, before taking it home and giving it a clean. Read more here.

We live in unusual times. It all gets a bit much some days. So each weekday we're bringing you a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness out there too. Sign up here to get The Antidote delivered direct to your inbox.

St Patrick's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

17 March is Saint Patrick’s Day. It is the day when Irish communities around the world celebrate their culture with music, dancing, parades, and traditional food and drinks.

May the luck of the Irish be with you! Enjoy your day!

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene ColorShop

Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
… View moreGet 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
- Cleaning products

Discounts off the normal retail price of Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpaper and cleaning products until 26 April 2022. Available only at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers or shop online. For details see 20% off sale. Shop online

Protect your curtains and blinds from sun damage.

The Team from Textile Cleaning Services

Autumn is here, and because your window furnishings are valuable, they must be carefully maintained. You can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes or blinds.

We offer full take down and rehang service and can provide a replacement service while your drapes are… View moreAutumn is here, and because your window furnishings are valuable, they must be carefully maintained. You can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes or blinds.

We offer full take down and rehang service and can provide a replacement service while your drapes are being cleaned.

Textile Cleaning Services Tip:
Did you know that privacy glass or tinted windows can help protect your curtains from 99% of harsh UV sun rays.

Phone us at (09)473-5350 for a free quote, visit us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Valley or www.textilecleaning.co.nz. Find out more

WANTED TO BUY/Borrow/Find.

Clifford- from Hillcrest

PSYCHOLOGY TEXTBOOK - "Conducting Research in Psycholoy - Measuring the Weight of Smoke" by Pelham & Blanton.
Please message Cliff.

Negotiable

Art Class

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

ou asked for it and we have created an evening community art class with the lovely Tarci. Starting with an introduction of 4 weeks and a full class beginning in May.
This art class will give you the opportunity to explore different materials and techniques such as graphite's, pencils, … View moreou asked for it and we have created an evening community art class with the lovely Tarci. Starting with an introduction of 4 weeks and a full class beginning in May.
This art class will give you the opportunity to explore different materials and techniques such as graphite's, pencils, pastels, brushes, collage, crayons, mixed media... Find what fascinates you most and sparkle your creativity!
You will have guidance and support all the way, while searching for inspiration, developing your skills and finalizing your art pieces."

☆☆☆ The intro classes will be to touch and experiment the materials talk a bit about inspiration and artists plus simple but pleasant art exercises.

☆☆☆In May we will be a little more "intense" in the exploration of techniques and materials, also possible combinations between them.

New subjects/themes will be offered for each class and/or every other class.

No rush, no right or wrong. Freedom to the inner artist!

$100.00 for 4 weeks introduction - includes all materials.

Numbers will be limited so please register at admin@highburyhouse.org.nz

Artisan breads: Bread dough to Ciabatta

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Perfect your kneading and bread-making techniques with the support of our chef in this one-day weekend course. You will learn how to bake your own fresh and delicious basic bread dough, plaited white bread, sourdough, ciabatta and farmer's bread.
At the end of the day, you will come away … View morePerfect your kneading and bread-making techniques with the support of our chef in this one-day weekend course. You will learn how to bake your own fresh and delicious basic bread dough, plaited white bread, sourdough, ciabatta and farmer's bread.
At the end of the day, you will come away with a large amount of fresh delicious bread to take home and enjoy sharing.
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Saturday, 19 March at 9:30 am

Updated property values out now

The Team from Auckland Council

Updated property values for the Auckland region are available now. Revaluation is just one of a number of factors that help determine rates. These values won’t impact rates until July 2022.

Oven

Julia from Hillcrest

Oven - classic retro brown ;)). All in working condition but the support struts for elements need replacing if it's to be used.
Pick up from Hillcrest.
Txt me on 0274724707 if you'd like it.

Free

Pi Day

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

Pi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… … View morePi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… (and so on). Not only that, but the fourteenth of March is also Albert Einstein’s birthday, so all together it’s nothing short of a mathematician’s delight.

Are the kids finally back at school? phew..

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Aucklanders!

Gosh you've done well, does home schooling feel like a distant memory yet?

With the kids hopefully out of the house, now is the time to tackle some of those other jobs. Like your broadband or power bill, could you be saving money or just simply be on a better plan?

… View moreHey Aucklanders!

Gosh you've done well, does home schooling feel like a distant memory yet?

With the kids hopefully out of the house, now is the time to tackle some of those other jobs. Like your broadband or power bill, could you be saving money or just simply be on a better plan?

Compare what’s out there to find out! It’s easy as, our team will do all the work for you. We know you have enough going on, we won't start with the petrol prices!

Give us a bell now on 0508 226 672. We keep things stress and obligation free!