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Is begging an issue in your Auckland community? Rough sleeping and begging within five metres of retail buildings in Tauranga has been banned after a controversial bylaw was passed. But it's got people wondering - could it work in Auckland too? To read more about this, … View moreHi neighbours,
Is begging an issue in your Auckland community? Rough sleeping and begging within five metres of retail buildings in Tauranga has been banned after a controversial bylaw was passed. But it's got people wondering - could it work in Auckland too? To read more about this, click here.
Do you think a ban would make a difference here or is it a terrible idea? What other options could be looked into? Are you a business owner or customer with thoughts on the topic? Share your views and suggestions with us in the replies below!
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December is nearly here, Christmas is just around the corner, and the excitement of the festive season is already ramping up across Auckland.
Welcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out… View moreWelcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this handy project yourself
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Veins in your legs work against gravity to return blood to the heart, so it is helped along by tiny valves that stop the blood going backwards. These one-way valves can weaken, causing blood to pool, which leads to bulbous, protruding veins. The discomfort of varicose veins is often described as … View moreVeins in your legs work against gravity to return blood to the heart, so it is helped along by tiny valves that stop the blood going backwards. These one-way valves can weaken, causing blood to pool, which leads to bulbous, protruding veins. The discomfort of varicose veins is often described as fatigue, heaviness, itching or even cramps.
Historically, treatment of varicose centred on surgical removal of varicose veins under general anaesthetic. However, endovenous catheter ablation has become so successful that surgery is seldom needed. Endovenous means "working inside the vein" and ablation means "to close off". Under local anaesthetic, a laser fibre is threaded into the varicose vein and used to close off the problem veins, prompting the blood to redirect itself. Compression stockings are worn for two weeks post-treatment and regular walking is recommended.
There is no need for time off work. If you have varicose veins that are affecting you call Vein & Laser for a consultation with our doctor, vein physician Elisabeth De Felice.
Net migration was 61,751 in the year to Oct. 31, down from 70,694 a year earlier, Statistics New Zealand said. Migrant arrivals slipped 2.7 per cent to 128,123, while departures lifted 8.9 per cent to 66,372."Although migrant departures continue to be the driving force behind falling annual … View moreNet migration was 61,751 in the year to Oct. 31, down from 70,694 a year earlier, Statistics New Zealand said. Migrant arrivals slipped 2.7 per cent to 128,123, while departures lifted 8.9 per cent to 66,372."Although migrant departures continue to be the driving force behind falling annual net migration, October also had a noticeable fall in the number of migrant arrivals," Stats NZ population insights senior manager Brooke Theyers said."Both trends helped bring annual net migration to its lowest level since the year ended September 2015."Annual non-New Zealand citizen departures climbed 16 per cent to 31,800, while local departures were up 3 per cent to 34,600.New Zealand's strong inbound migration was a key plank for aggregate economic growth in recent years, and the Treasury still sees it as a tailwind for the rest of 2018. However, it also added stress to infrastructure and has been seen as stifling wage growth as more people compete for work. Migration has fallen from record highs in recent months and Westpac Bank senior economist Satish Ranchhod said the October result was not a surprise. "This result was very close to our forecast. We expect a further fall in net migration over the coming year. While migration eases, tourism remains a key support for the economy. Stats NZ said short-term arrivals were up 4.8 per cent to 283,568 in October from a year earlier. There were 3.8 million annual visitors, up 3.6 per cent from a year earlier. Australia continues to provide the highest number of visitors, up 1.4 per cent in the 12 months to October at 1.48 million. Visitors from China numbered 451,344 in the 12-month period, up 9.7 per cent.
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Get excited noodle lovers because the ever-popular Night Noodle Markets are returning to Auckland this November! We’ve got 4 exclusive food vouchers to give away! Simply Like or Thank this post to go in the draw to WIN!
Prepare your senses as a fusion of Eastern flavours and Chinese lanterns … View moreGet excited noodle lovers because the ever-popular Night Noodle Markets are returning to Auckland this November! We’ve got 4 exclusive food vouchers to give away! Simply Like or Thank this post to go in the draw to WIN!
Prepare your senses as a fusion of Eastern flavours and Chinese lanterns transform Victoria Park into the ultimate Asian pop-up market experience.
Key details:
Entry: FREE (All ages and dogs allowed on lead)
Location: Victoria Park, Auckland
Dates and Times:
Friday 23 November - Saturday 1 December: 4 - 10pm
Sunday 2 December: 4 - 9pm
It’s a cashless event so bring your EFTPOS or Credit Card.
For all Auckland Night Noodle Market event dates and information please click here.
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With just days to go until Black Friday, major retailers are getting ready to slash prices on everything from technology to homewares and fashion to kick off the Christmas spending period. Black Friday has been one of the busiest shopping days of the year in the US for over a decade. It started … View moreWith just days to go until Black Friday, major retailers are getting ready to slash prices on everything from technology to homewares and fashion to kick off the Christmas spending period. Black Friday has been one of the busiest shopping days of the year in the US for over a decade. It started gathering steam in New Zealand around 2015 - and ever since then, the online deals have only become more popular. Price Spy, a price and product comparison service, has released new data showing Kiwis are strategic about when they shop, as online shopping traffic peaks around midnight the night before Black Friday, with many offers starting then. Black Friday is now three times larger in visitor numbers for PriceSpy, meaning they've put together their top give tips to give Kiwi shoppers the best deals, saving time money and energy - yay!
1. Check out the competition
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Many shops try to be fair by comparing prices when they discount goods. But there is every reason to be sceptical of a shop's own comparisons. Shops quite clearly have a lot to gain by making the difference between the regular price and the sale price appear as large as possible. The first thing to check if you're unsure if an offer really is as good as it sounds, is to suss out the competition. Is the same TV set available at an even better price elsewhere?
2. See through the 'normal price' bluff
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Shops have another trick to get discounts to look bigger than they are. A known approach is to raise the price shortly before the sale and then compare the sale price to this elevated standard price. The shop has a good chance of success if: Shoppers do not compare the sale price to a competitor's price. Shoppers do not compare with what the product actually cost in the past, before the shop did the 'bluff raise'. Be wary, and look around at prices.
3. Compare the features
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If shoppers don't know exactly what they want, it's common to just buy up the biggest bargains during a sale. However, they may not be getting the best deal. A mobile phone for $200 may seem like a bargain, but if it has significantly poorer performance than a mobile phone for $400, shoppers may be fooled. Be sure to compare product features and characteristics of similar models. And go into sales with an idea of what to buy to avoid panic buying!
4. Preparation is key
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The best chance of finding a good bargain comes from preparation.
If shoppers know in advance what they are interested in and have a rough idea of the price, they're less likely to get carried away and buy the wrong thing during the sales event. Create a wish-list of products and keep it updated with different prices. Setting price alerts through the PriceSpy app will notify shoppers as soon as the prices drop, so they don't miss the boat.
5. Remember it's not just gadgets
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A lot of people still associate flash sales days with consumer electronics - TVs, tablets and mobile phones. This is no longer the case. In fact, a diverse range of shops discount their products. Buying products out of season is also a way to save money. Discontinued seasonal products can be snapped up during flash sales days for big reductions.
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