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A popular Pam's frozen food has been recalled.
What you need to know:
- Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets (1kg) have been recalled by Foodstuffs.
- The product may contain foreign matter (blue rubber).
- This product is sold at Four Square, Gilmours, New World, Pak’nSave and … View moreA popular Pam's frozen food has been recalled.
What you need to know:
- Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets (1kg) have been recalled by Foodstuffs.
- The product may contain foreign matter (blue rubber).
- This product is sold at Four Square, Gilmours, New World, Pak’nSave and Social Supermarket stores throughout New Zealand.
- The affected batch has the marking of Best Before: 16 Oct 2025
- The issue was raised following a customer complaint.
- Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
For other recent food/product recalls, check our list here.
☀️ Making the most of the fine weather to clear out clutter? Book your annual inorganic collection, and we'll pick up the items straight from your property.
From scrap metal and whiteware to bikes and laptops, we work with over 150 community organisations to give items a second … View more☀️ Making the most of the fine weather to clear out clutter? Book your annual inorganic collection, and we'll pick up the items straight from your property.
From scrap metal and whiteware to bikes and laptops, we work with over 150 community organisations to give items a second life—repairing, repurposing, and reusing them. ♻️
All of Ryman’s New Zealand villages have gained a Dementia Friendly Accreditation as recognised by Alzheimers New Zealand.
This reflects our commitment to creating safe, supportive communities to improve the experiences of residents living with dementia.
Our purpose-built care centres and … View moreAll of Ryman’s New Zealand villages have gained a Dementia Friendly Accreditation as recognised by Alzheimers New Zealand.
This reflects our commitment to creating safe, supportive communities to improve the experiences of residents living with dementia.
Our purpose-built care centres and personalised support ensure residents feel comfortable and secure while maintaining their independence.
We offer specialist dementia care at Bert Sutcliffe Village in Birkenhead.
Click the read more below to learn more about our dementia friendly approach.
It's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.
Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes … View moreIt's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.
Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes from your wardrobe, the Neighbourly garage sale is the place to do it - it's free and it's local!
If this is your first Neighbourly garage sale, the way it works is that you list your items individually ahead of the event and members perusing the garage sale items online will contact you to buy it.
Make sure you check out the treasure trove of bargains on Saturday, February 22nd - it's well worth a look!
Pop into our office at 100 Wairau Road to see our full range of packing supplies.
New excess to order. 1.8mtr high .0135mm cover 18mm thick shiplap profile, Dressed. New price $12.00 each SALE PRICE $6.00 each. I have 44 in total. I want to sell these as a single lot, ie not individually.
In English - smooth finish for fence 1.8mtr high each board covers 0.135mm wide. The total… View moreNew excess to order. 1.8mtr high .0135mm cover 18mm thick shiplap profile, Dressed. New price $12.00 each SALE PRICE $6.00 each. I have 44 in total. I want to sell these as a single lot, ie not individually.
In English - smooth finish for fence 1.8mtr high each board covers 0.135mm wide. The total fence length these palings will cover is 6.0mtr. They can be cut in half to double the fence length.
Excellent for wind shelter on a deck or a decorative at your front door.
They can be used as weatherboards on a child's playhouse or pergola.
I can design and build this for you if you would like.
I can deliver these on the North Shore only. For a small charge.
Photos:
Lying on the trailer, shows the overlap - board to board.
Back of the fence
Front of the fence.
$6.00 each - 44 in total
Neighbourly members LOVE their pets, whether it's a smoochy cat, a trusty pup or even a feathered friend.
We'd like to know how many of you who see this post actually have a pet at home. Let us know in the poll below!
We hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!
It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build
It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've … View moreWe hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!
It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build
It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've created in your backyard.
So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your creation or backyard set up a to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🛝🪴🛖
◄‼ IMPORTANT ROADWORKS NOTICE ►‼
We have just been advised about roadworks being carried out on Birkenhead Avenue this weekend. We truly apologise about this late notice, and we look forward to seeing you here.
Be in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can … View moreBe in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can watch the game.
- x2 food & beverage vouchers
- x1 goodie bag and blues jersey.
- Visiting the commentary box
- Being taken to the field side-line where you can watch the team warm-up.
Terms and conditions apply
Malta has been missing since last Tuesday she is a much lover family member, we have hunted all surrounding properties left out her blanket and other clothes, have been out morning and evening shaking her treats.
News of any sightings would be appreciated
Malta is a female brown marble Bengal … View moreMalta has been missing since last Tuesday she is a much lover family member, we have hunted all surrounding properties left out her blanket and other clothes, have been out morning and evening shaking her treats.
News of any sightings would be appreciated
Malta is a female brown marble Bengal who has been missing since 5/2/2025. Malta is microchipped. If you have any information regarding Malta’s whereabouts, please contact their guardians via the LostPet listing.
www.animalregister.co.nz...
Police can advise a serious crash will close a section of the Southern Motorway near Greenlane.
A crash has occurred between a truck and motorcycle on southbound lanes, at around 8am, just prior to the Greenlane on-ramp.
Emergency services are responding to the scene.Police will have further … View morePolice can advise a serious crash will close a section of the Southern Motorway near Greenlane.
A crash has occurred between a truck and motorcycle on southbound lanes, at around 8am, just prior to the Greenlane on-ramp.
Emergency services are responding to the scene.Police will have further information on injuries in due course.
Motorists are advised that southbound traffic is being diverted off the motorway at the Green Lane East off-ramp, to rejoin on via the on-ramp. Please expect delays in the area.
9.20am UPDATE:
"Fatal crash: Expect ongoing delays on Southern Motorway"
Police can advise a motorcyclist has died following an earlier serious crash on the Southern Motorway, near Greenlane.
A section of State Highway 1 has been closed, with the Serious Crash Unit in attendance. An investigation will commence in due course.
Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this morning's tragic events, including those who may require welfare referrals. If you witnessed the crash, but have left the area please contact 105 and use the reference number P061612219.
Advice for motorists:
Police anticipate the closure of southbound lanes will be place for at least two hours.
Traffic is heavy around the Greenlane interchange.
Southbound traffic is still being diverted off at the Green Lane East off-ramp.
We acknowledge motorists' understanding while important work is carried out at the scene of the fatal crash.
We continue to encourage motorists to consider alternative routes through the city, including using State Highways 16 and 20.
Please allow additional time to reach your destination safely.
Get on a roll and make your powder room pop with personality with Resene wallpaper, Resene Foundry and Resene Alabaster. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
We are a specialist renovation service creating beautiful bathrooms, laundries and kitchens at fair prices. We have a top quality team of tradies in plumbing, electrical and tiling with pride in our workmanship.
Based in East Auckland for over 30 years we have the know how to make your dream … View moreWe are a specialist renovation service creating beautiful bathrooms, laundries and kitchens at fair prices. We have a top quality team of tradies in plumbing, electrical and tiling with pride in our workmanship.
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Be safe!
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