Freemans Bay, Auckland

1610 days ago

Save on power!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

💡 Save money on your power, while empowering our tamariki at the same time!

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1612 days ago

Poll: Should the RSA have been allowed to fly planes overhead on Anzac day?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

The RSA wanted to commemorate fallen soldiers on Anzac Day with a flyover in Auckland, but the idea was rejected due to level 4 restrictions.

Do you think the RSA's request should have been approved? Vote in our poll and let us know the reason for your vote in the comments below.

Full story … View more
The RSA wanted to commemorate fallen soldiers on Anzac Day with a flyover in Auckland, but the idea was rejected due to level 4 restrictions.

Do you think the RSA's request should have been approved? Vote in our poll and let us know the reason for your vote in the comments below.

Full story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should the RSA have been allowed to fly planes overhead on Anzac day?
  • 67.5% Yes - it's a harmless tradition
    67.5% Complete
  • 32.5% No - the rules are there for a reason
    32.5% Complete
151 votes
1610 days ago

Time to get decorating!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Victoria Park

Now’s a great time to get decorating... and enjoy savings on your favourite Resene products.

The 25% off sale has been extended until 4 May 2020 for all Resene cardholders!

Get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, stains, primers/sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating... and enjoy savings on your favourite Resene products.

The 25% off sale has been extended until 4 May 2020 for all Resene cardholders!

Get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, stains, primers/sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and Resene cleaning products at Resene owned ColorShops. If you’re not a cardholder already you can sign up at www.resene.co.nz/diycard or when you order online.


You can order:

Order now via the online shop, shop.resene.co.nz, for click and collect or contactless delivery, staff will confirm when orders are ready to collect.

Email your order to your local Resene ColorShop or reseller. Resene staff will arrange it for collection or contactless delivery.

Phone your local Resene ColorShop or reseller during normal shop hours to place your order. See www.resene.co.nz/colorshops for email and phone details for your local Resene ColorShop.

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1615 days ago

Poll: Should face masks be worn on public transport?

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, Germany has made it compulsory to wear face masks on public transport but NZ officials say masks aren't as effective as social distancing.

Will you be wearing a face mask on public transport during the pandemic? Vote in our poll and let us know the reason for your vote in the … View more
Hi neighbours, Germany has made it compulsory to wear face masks on public transport but NZ officials say masks aren't as effective as social distancing.

Will you be wearing a face mask on public transport during the pandemic? Vote in our poll and let us know the reason for your vote in the comments below.

Full story here:
www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should face masks be worn on public transport?
  • 65.7% Yes - it is a way of keeping me safe
    65.7% Complete
  • 34.3% No - I don't think it is necessary
    34.3% Complete
306 votes
1611 days ago

Need to save on power?

Electricity Authority

If COVID-19 means you’ve been using more power, or if it’s affected your income, talk to your power company to check you’re on the best plan.

Find more advice and support at the Electricity Authority’s website.

Talk, Check, see if you can save.
Find out more

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1611 days ago

BMW, scooters to deliver high-end takeaways for top Auckland chef

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, while some Kiwis are flocking to Macca's, one Auckland chef has a very different night of takeaways planned, bringing fine dining into your kitchen.
Sid Sahrawat​ and his teams across three restaurants – Sidart, Cassia and Sid at The French Café – will feed up to … View more
Kia ora neighbours, while some Kiwis are flocking to Macca's, one Auckland chef has a very different night of takeaways planned, bringing fine dining into your kitchen.
Sid Sahrawat​ and his teams across three restaurants – Sidart, Cassia and Sid at The French Café – will feed up to 700 Aucklanders on Tuesday.
Here's how they prepared for their first night in the kitchen for more than a month.

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1616 days ago

Will re-opening Auckland businesses face water restrictions?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, It's no surprise that Auckland is in severe drought, with water storage at 26 year April lows. But the new risk is that businesses re-opening next week, could face mandatory restrictions within weeks. Read the story below:

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1612 days ago

Have you been saving up your soft plastic?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours. The Love NZ Soft Plastic Recycling Scheme is currently suspended due to coronavirus. There is no date yet for when collections will resume. However, since soft plastic recycling was introduced to New Zealand, 212 million individual plastic bags and wrappers have been recycled. Have … View moreHi neighbours. The Love NZ Soft Plastic Recycling Scheme is currently suspended due to coronavirus. There is no date yet for when collections will resume. However, since soft plastic recycling was introduced to New Zealand, 212 million individual plastic bags and wrappers have been recycled. Have you been saving up your soft plastic for when collections resume?

1611 days ago

Looking forward to your next copy of NZ Gardener?

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

I am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve … View moreI am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve to make the most of your garden right now, plus Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown, a bumper gardening quiz, and you can visit a spectacular Taupō garden alive with birds, a whimsical wonderland in Glenorchy in full bloom and meet the clever and resourceful gardeners of the Chatham Islands... all without leaving your bubble. And thanks so much to everyone who has been in touch to offer their support to the NZ Gardener team, especially those who have subscribed or renewed or purchased a subscription as a gift (an NZ Gardener subscription is a great Mother's Day idea, just sayin'!) We are so grateful to you all, and it's your support that allows us to keep inspiring and informing gardeners from all around New Zealand as we have been doing now for more than 75 years. Please share this message with your gardening groups on social too. We’re looking forward to the many more years of celebrating the amazing gardens and gardeners of New Zealand that lie ahead.

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1614 days ago

Recipe: ANZAC Biscuits

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

ANZAC biscuits have a special place in the hearts of Kiwis and Aussies.

In the baking module for Level 3 cooks, we always make this classic kiwi cookie - the ANZAC biscuit which commemorates Australian and New Zealand soldiers who fought in World War 1 and subsequent wars.
Why not make your own, … View more
ANZAC biscuits have a special place in the hearts of Kiwis and Aussies.

In the baking module for Level 3 cooks, we always make this classic kiwi cookie - the ANZAC biscuit which commemorates Australian and New Zealand soldiers who fought in World War 1 and subsequent wars.
Why not make your own, this ANZAC Day. The photo below is from our Cookery Student Henry, cooked at his home.

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1612 days ago

Need advice on a DIY fail or reno dilemma?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how's lockdown life treating you? If you've been trying to sort some long overdue DIY jobs around the home, with mixed results, help is at hand. 

Have you already had a DIY disaster you need to fix, or are you looking to do some home improvements but don't where … View more
Hey neighbours, how's lockdown life treating you? If you've been trying to sort some long overdue DIY jobs around the home, with mixed results, help is at hand. 

Have you already had a DIY disaster you need to fix, or are you looking to do some home improvements but don't where where to start? Email homed@stuff.co.nz to tell us all about it - including photos if you can - and we'll ask our experts for their advice on how you can fix things up, or where to start with your project. 

So whether you have a interiors design dilemma, a need for some home DIY know how, bigger plans for a reno you'd like an expert opinion on, or even a tough cleaning problem you want cleared up, we'll get you some answers. What are you waiting for? Email your questions and photos to homed@stuff.co.nz and we'll get back to you.

Please note: We are unable to recommend specific businesses or tradespeople to provide quotes etc.

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1612 days ago

New Zealand is now at Alert Level 3

New Zealand Government

Alert Level 3 is a milestone in our struggle against COVID-19. We are all responsible for what happens next. Every contact we make is a chance for the virus to spread.

We could easily lose what we have gained. Our success, or failure, depends on the decisions that we’ll each make alone – … View more
Alert Level 3 is a milestone in our struggle against COVID-19. We are all responsible for what happens next. Every contact we make is a chance for the virus to spread.

We could easily lose what we have gained. Our success, or failure, depends on the decisions that we’ll each make alone – but which in turn – will affect all of us.

Two weeks then a review
• On 11 May, we will review our progress and decide if we can safely continue to step down restrictions, or if more measures are required to protect us all.
• So the decisions we each make now, matter. Because every interaction we have is an opportunity for the virus to spread.

Keeping safe at Alert Level 3
• At Alert Level 3, the best way to keep those around you safe, is by keeping your bubble small. Interact with as few people as possible. Less people equals less risk. And continue to stay at home whenever you can.
• We should each be making the minimal number of trips. Be sure to stay local, and only make necessary trips.
• And importantly, work and learn from home if you can.

Let’s do this
We’re a team of 5 million. Formidable. And we can do this.
So thank you New Zealand for making the right decisions, when it really counts.
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1612 days ago

Saying thank you to essential services with art

Dr Parmjeet Parmar MP

Art is always a great medium for children to express emotions, especially during this difficult time and at the same time to say thanks to those doing the hard yards to keep us safe and well.

I am inviting children to say thank you to those providing essential services by producing art … View more
Art is always a great medium for children to express emotions, especially during this difficult time and at the same time to say thanks to those doing the hard yards to keep us safe and well.

I am inviting children to say thank you to those providing essential services by producing art championing the work of our doctors, nurses, garbage collectors, supermarket and pharmacy workers and the many others in a way that is consistent and safe with the “stay home save lives” message.

The art is to be of anybody doing essential work, whether it be on the frontline in our hospitals, our caregivers at home, our emergency services or the cleaners, lab technicians, supermarket workers, truck drivers, port workers and farmers who are keeping us safe and well.

Please photograph your art and email to me at parmjeet.parmar@parliament.govt.nz.

Shortlisted art (ages 1 to 12) each week will be published on my website.

The competition is for the lockdown period.
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