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436 days ago

Put your plans in place now

Manukau Institute of Technology

Gain new skills with MIT | Te Pūkenga and get more for you, your whānau and your community.

Choose from programmes in:
Business admin, start 9 October
Culinary, baking and hospitality, start 2 October
English, start 2 October

Come join us for our October intake, apply now.
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436 days ago

Going big on new music, from 3pm Saturday, East FM

Phil from Farm Cove

New sounds is the theme, with on-the-rise Kiwi music artists Cheap Sav For Dead Friends, Jarrod Ross, and Sam Heselwood, and our friends Albi and The Wolves, featuring on tomorrow’s She’ll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, 3pm to 7pm (NZ time, September 16) on East FM.
There’s also … View more
New sounds is the theme, with on-the-rise Kiwi music artists Cheap Sav For Dead Friends, Jarrod Ross, and Sam Heselwood, and our friends Albi and The Wolves, featuring on tomorrow’s She’ll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, 3pm to 7pm (NZ time, September 16) on East FM.
There’s also a whole bunch of new tracks recently released around the world - all styles - that need airing, as well as concert news and all-time favourites.

Continuing the exciting time for Albi and The Wolves, they’ve got another new single just out today, Next To Me, which we’ll spin and it includes the full big-band version, in the lead-up to their new album Light After Dark releasing mid-October.

We’ll be talking with Jarrod Ross at 5pm, and spinning his brand new single Another Reason, as well as his previous solo releases Bad Habits and Hail, as we track his musical odyssey, which includes a new album on the horizon.
He’s been guitarist-frontman for Auckland rock band Valedictions and bass player for Flying Nun-signed indie-rockers Pan Am.
Blackout Music says: ‘Diverting from the rock n’ roll he’s known for, this time Ross demonstrates another dimension of his musical ability with acoustic guitar, piano, and vocal harmonies shaping the song into a classy slice of reflective indie folk-pop.
‘Penned and meticulously crafted in Jarrod’s home studio, the drums are once again provided by Barry Blackler, who mixed and mastered the track, with Ross crediting Blacklers’ experience and intuitive ability to hear what’s between the layers, in bringing more of the emotive feels to the music.
‘A prolific and clever songwriter with a keen sense of melody, writing and recording music is Ross’ craft and his passion as he continues on his solo musical journey.’

Gotta like the lads of Auckland four-piece Cheap Sav For Dead Friends (yes, what a name!).
They’re fun – tight, energised indie pop-rock, and we’ll be talking live at 4pm with co-lead-vocalist / guitarist / songwriter Joe Dekkers-Reihana, and playing in entirety their new six-song EP including first single Emotional.
As Blackout Music says of Cheap Sav For Dead Friends, ‘the EP showcases the band’s versatility, heart, self-deprecating humour, and keen ear for a catchy hook’.
Jack Buchanan is the other frontman, with rhythm section Sam Clavis on bass and Taylor Hall on drums described as (lol) ‘one of the tightest and best-looking in the biz’.
Jack says: “We have a pretty wide range of influences, and as a result our catalogue of songs is pretty sonically diverse. We don’t let ourselves get locked into one sound, style, or genre, which keeps things exciting for us.”

Sam Heselwood, of Christchurch / Ōtautahi, has released a sublime and heartfelt new five-track EP, Home Is Where The Heart Is, which comes after No. 1 Hot NZ Single success with Home and follow-up How’s Heaven.
Home Is Where The Heart Is was made with NZ On Air support, recorded at The Piano studio, produced by Terence Charles O’Connor, with Struan Finlay on mixing and mastering.
The rugby player turned songwriter’s songs have accumulated millions of streams, including more than two-million on single Book Full Of Answers.
Now the EP is out, adventurous young singer-songwriter Sam’s hit the road with guitar in hand to explore new paths in the UK.

East FM is East Auckland’s fair-dinkum community-powered public service radio station, on 88.1FM and 107.1FM on local frequencies, nationally and globally at www.eastfm.nz... and on app iHeart Radio.
She’ll Be Right - it’s all about the vibe; it’s all about the groove. And this Saturday, we’re back to the new. – PJ

436 days ago

Find out your heart age!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Try our online heart-health tool 'My Heart Check' to find out your estimated heart age compared to your actual age. The result may surprise you!

Click the link to find out more.

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436 days ago

2024 entries open now!

The Team from Round the Bays

On your marks, get set, get saving!⚡️Supersaver entries are open now and we're kicking off with a bang with our lowest entry price. Secure your Supersaver entry today for only $30 for adults and $15 for children.

🚨Hurry, you only have 2 weeks to save with this steal of a deal! Join … View more
On your marks, get set, get saving!⚡️Supersaver entries are open now and we're kicking off with a bang with our lowest entry price. Secure your Supersaver entry today for only $30 for adults and $15 for children.

🚨Hurry, you only have 2 weeks to save with this steal of a deal! Join us in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland with your neighbourhood to move and groove your way around the bays. 🌊👟#Jointhemovement

Enter now 👉 www.roundthebays.co.nz...
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436 days ago

Take your work home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Five colour and styling tips with Resene for creating an at-home work space that works for you.

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437 days ago

WIN $350 FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD HERO!

The Team from NZ Compare

Costs are on the rise! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?

NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill! Nominate NOW! Entry ends 28 Sep 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one … View more
Costs are on the rise! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?

NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill! Nominate NOW! Entry ends 28 Sep 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one way to see if you can save more or simply switch to something that better suits your needs. If you’re paying for it, make sure it works for you.
Nominate now!

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437 days ago

Acupuncture service for difficult sleep on Highland Park Dr

Daisy from Highland Park

Acupuncture to treat difficult sleep(troulble falling/staying asleep), $80 per session. Daisy has been practicing for 10 years.
Booking essential.
Please txt 021606168 to make appointment.
Address: 2/78 Highland Park Dr.

438 days ago

The Building Guys

The Team from The Building Guys

Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), Kelvin (the plumber), Chevi (the electrician) and Russell (the tiler) to … View more
Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years renovation experience then choose us.

We are based in East Auckland and have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the builder), Kelvin (the plumber), Chevi (the electrician) and Russell (the tiler) to do every job right. Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

Book online using the link below or call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.

Be safe!
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438 days ago

Auckland Heritage Festival returns in 2023

The Team from Auckland Council

Explore Auckland’s history of Peace, Love and Protest at this year’s Auckland Heritage Festival. Enjoy 160 free or low-cost events across Tāmaki Makaurau, including walks, talks, workshops and kid-friendly activities for the school holidays.
Visit the website or pick up a booklet from your … View more
Explore Auckland’s history of Peace, Love and Protest at this year’s Auckland Heritage Festival. Enjoy 160 free or low-cost events across Tāmaki Makaurau, including walks, talks, workshops and kid-friendly activities for the school holidays.
Visit the website or pick up a booklet from your library. Photo: Gil Hanly, 1983.

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441 days ago

Poll: Do you switch political teams?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the election just over a month away, kiwis are thinking about where to put their vote. For some, individual policies don't matter too much as they'll always vote the same. And for others, their political leanings have changed over time or with each election. Will your vote be vastly … View moreWith the election just over a month away, kiwis are thinking about where to put their vote. For some, individual policies don't matter too much as they'll always vote the same. And for others, their political leanings have changed over time or with each election. Will your vote be vastly different this year?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Do you switch political teams?
  • 50.6% Yes, my vote has changed
    50.6% Complete
  • 45.2% No, my vote has never strayed
    45.2% Complete
  • 4.2% I don't bother voting
    4.2% Complete
1627 votes
438 days ago

Acupuncture service for Hay Fever on Highland Park Dr

Daisy from Highland Park

Acupuncture service on Highland Park Dr, Highland Park, treatment for Hay fever, $40 per session, most people need 2 sessions.
Booking essential.
Please text Daisy 021606168 to make appointment.

439 days ago

Paint it blue with Resene!

Resene

Did you know over 4,000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year? In fact one in eight will get it during their lifetime.

We're proud to be supporting Paint It Blue once again in 2023 - and we'd love our neighbours to be involved too.

Simply buy any blue … View more
Did you know over 4,000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year? In fact one in eight will get it during their lifetime.

We're proud to be supporting Paint It Blue once again in 2023 - and we'd love our neighbours to be involved too.

Simply buy any blue Resene testpot 60mL between 8-21 September and Resene will donate $1 to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand! Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find your new favourite blues.
Find out more

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439 days ago

100% of the love, for 50% of the fee! Half-price dog adoptions at SPCA - 23 Sept till 1 Oct

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

From Saturday, 23 September, we will be offering 50% adoption fees on canines in all of our Centres nationwide!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right now, all patiently waiting … View more
From Saturday, 23 September, we will be offering 50% adoption fees on canines in all of our Centres nationwide!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right now, all patiently waiting for their forever home.

Start scrolling through all the adoption profiles on our website today and find the perfect fit for your family. Get a friend for life this spring at www.spca.nz...

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439 days ago

Highland Park Library School Holiday Events

Sally from Mellons Bay

Here are our fun events for the school holidays at the library! A few need registration, these are clearly marked.

In addition to this we have the Tim Bray Theatre company storyteller delivering a rendition of The Twits by Roald Dahl!

439 days ago

Halloween at the Village | Festival of Frights

Howick Historical Village Pakuranga, Auckland from Howick Historical Village

Howick Historical Village’s ‘Festival of Frights’ is back!
Explore the grounds after dark, lit up and decorated for All Hallows' Eve. Beware of fiendish and frightening villagers lurking along the way…
Come in costume for a chance to win prizes, or come as your best spooky self. Brew… View more
Howick Historical Village’s ‘Festival of Frights’ is back!
Explore the grounds after dark, lit up and decorated for All Hallows' Eve. Beware of fiendish and frightening villagers lurking along the way…
Come in costume for a chance to win prizes, or come as your best spooky self. Brew a ghoulish potion or make an old-fashioned lollipop! Trick-or-treat your way through the streets and follow the ‘Riddle Route’ trail to learn about creepy Victorian Halloween traditions.

With food trucks, a gelato cart, games, face-painting, the sweet shop and crafts, this will be a spooktacular evening not to be missed!

Book tickets now if you dare…

Admission: adult $25, child $15, child under 3 free. No door sales. All children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult supervisor. Parental discretion is advised.

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