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Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View moreHi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.
Christmas has come early for preschoolers at seven childhood centres around Auckland.
The Kindness Collective Foundation is bringing Christmas cheer to 250 vulnerable children at these facilities run by the Taonga Education Centre:
Nga Taonga Aroha Early childhood centre in Otara, Aranga Early … View moreChristmas has come early for preschoolers at seven childhood centres around Auckland.
The Kindness Collective Foundation is bringing Christmas cheer to 250 vulnerable children at these facilities run by the Taonga Education Centre:
Nga Taonga Aroha Early childhood centre in Otara, Aranga Early Childhood centre in Manurewa, Homai Nga Taonga ECC, Manurewa, Nga Taonga Manako ECC, Kelston, Eden Campus ECC, Mt Eden, Kakano Early Childhood Centre in Clendon and Potiki Early Childhood Centre in Clendon.
The Auckland charity has paid for Christmas parties, trees and decorations for each childcare and is buying Christmas presents for the youngsters.
But the giving doesn't stop there.
The charity is donating 80 food boxes and grocery vouchers to childcare families to tide them over during the expensive festive season.
"The Kindness Collective Foundation heard about the hard work we do at our centre to keep our whanau going and they reached out to me to offer their help," said Emma-Jane Jones, centre supervisor of Nga Taonga Aroha Early childhood centre in Otara.
Jones said 2020 had been a tough year financially and she was "blown away" by such a giving gesture.
"At my centre in Otara, I don't have any parents that pay fees so we're always a little bit strapped for cash... and for them to jump on board has been phenomenal."
Jones said she believed in giving preschoolers wrap- around care which extended to their whanau.
"We make sure the children always have clothing, rain jackets and food and that's often coming out of our teachers' pockets."
Jones said that if the charity had not stepped in, she would have had to pay for her centre's Christmas party, which kicks off on Thursday.
"I have four children of my own and my children have learned from a young age that they're privileged in some ways and quite often my children get less so I can support the children in my care," she said.
Hi Auckland neighbours,
Have you been the victim of parcel theft?
If so, what happened? When and where?
Which items went missing? What was their value?
… View moreHi Auckland neighbours,
Have you been the victim of parcel theft?
If so, what happened? When and where?
Which items went missing? What was their value?
How do you feel about the theft?
Have you had compensation for your missing items?
* Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.
The Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart wreath which may potentially harbour unwanted organisms.
In a release, the Product Recalls website stated that the treatment given to the product has been ineffective and that customers should return their wreaths to Kmart for a full … View moreThe Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart wreath which may potentially harbour unwanted organisms.
In a release, the Product Recalls website stated that the treatment given to the product has been ineffective and that customers should return their wreaths to Kmart for a full refund.
What you need to know:
- The wreath was sold at Kmart stores between 26 September 2020 to 27 November 2020.
- The product is labelled "Wicker wreath with native foliage and berries." The batch number is 28/20.
- The APN number is 9341107552810.
Any queries or concerns should be directed to Kmart Customer Service available Monday-Friday between 8.00am and 5.00pm on 0800 945 995.
For further information, please visit the Government's Product Recall Website.
You’ll find everything you need for your home at Nido, from furniture to homewares and more. New stock arrives weekly and our Christmas range has just landed! Our design team and stylists have created gifting guides and decorations to inspire you for the season. We’re open 7 days a week, from … View moreYou’ll find everything you need for your home at Nido, from furniture to homewares and more. New stock arrives weekly and our Christmas range has just landed! Our design team and stylists have created gifting guides and decorations to inspire you for the season. We’re open 7 days a week, from 9am-6pm, open until 9pm on Thursday.
There’s plenty of parking and our in-store café- we look forward to seeing you soon!
Check off your Christmas list and enjoy fun for the whole family while shopping the best of the West!
• Take your photo with Santa and tell him what’s on your Christmas list this year.
• Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every Santa photo purchased (while stocks last)!
• Meet… View moreCheck off your Christmas list and enjoy fun for the whole family while shopping the best of the West!
• Take your photo with Santa and tell him what’s on your Christmas list this year.
• Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every Santa photo purchased (while stocks last)!
• Meet and take your photo with the WestCity Explorers Fern & Nikau.
• Free weekend entertainment including face painting, balloon twisting, musical performances and more.
Where: WestCity Waitakere, 7 Catherine Street, Henderson, Auckland
Phone: +64 9 978 6700
Face masks are now gracing vending machines at transport stations around Auckland.
The masks feature in 42 machines at bus and rail stations along with ferry wharves.
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has praised the initiative.
“The more simple and convenient we can make it to wear a mask, the greater… View moreFace masks are now gracing vending machines at transport stations around Auckland.
The masks feature in 42 machines at bus and rail stations along with ferry wharves.
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has praised the initiative.
“The more simple and convenient we can make it to wear a mask, the greater the uptake will be," he said.
“This will mean passengers who may have lost or forgotten their mask can get one quickly and easily and avoid missing their journey."
AT has bought 1500 masks to go into into the machines.
Aucklanders can buy a pack of four masks for $9.
What do you think of the initiative?
Drivers could be taxed $3.50 to enter the CBD during peak hour.
The congestion charge of up to $3.50 could be implemented within three years under a proposal unveiled by officials.
It is hoped a congestion charge would spur people to leave their cars behind but there are concerns those who … View moreDrivers could be taxed $3.50 to enter the CBD during peak hour.
The congestion charge of up to $3.50 could be implemented within three years under a proposal unveiled by officials.
It is hoped a congestion charge would spur people to leave their cars behind but there are concerns those who are less well off could feel the pinch.
Hi neighbours,
Aucklanders will see their rates bills soar 5 per cent to help counteract a $1 billion fall in council revenue over the next four years.
The one-off hike, up from a planned 3.5 per cent increase, will add $36 to the rates bill of an average value home before annual increases … View moreHi neighbours,
Aucklanders will see their rates bills soar 5 per cent to help counteract a $1 billion fall in council revenue over the next four years.
The one-off hike, up from a planned 3.5 per cent increase, will add $36 to the rates bill of an average value home before annual increases return to the previous path of 3.5 per cent rises.
The proposed increase is included in the update of Auckland Council's 10-year budget, which starts in July.
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All seven council-owned splashpads across Tāmaki Makaurau will be open over the summer, despite water restrictions in place due to the drought.
Meanwhile, locals will be pinged for using a hose without the correct nozzle.
The council says splashpads recycle a high percentage of water, and … View moreAll seven council-owned splashpads across Tāmaki Makaurau will be open over the summer, despite water restrictions in place due to the drought.
Meanwhile, locals will be pinged for using a hose without the correct nozzle.
The council says splashpads recycle a high percentage of water, and the centres themselves have made significant water savings in the last nine months.
Do you support council turning on splashpads in the drought?
Please vote and explain your views in the comments!
Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.
We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.
Help is just a phone call away.
Having cleaned thousands of curtains, … View moreTextile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.
We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.
Help is just a phone call away.
Having cleaned thousands of curtains, drapes and blinds across Auckland for over 25 years, Textile Cleaning is highly recommended!
Christmas hours: Closing 23rd December @ midday and re-opening Monday 11th January @ 9am
Everyone deserves a warm, comfortable home.
See if you’re eligible for free insulation and 90% off heaters with a Warmer Kiwi Homes grant.
For more details visit WarmerKiwiHomes.govt.nz
A waterslide, live music, tasty treats and plenty of unique Christmas gifts made up another successful Muriwai twilight fair.
This is such a great event to chill out and catch up at the end of the year for our local "Muriwaians" and near neighbours.
The event also supports our artists,… View moreA waterslide, live music, tasty treats and plenty of unique Christmas gifts made up another successful Muriwai twilight fair.
This is such a great event to chill out and catch up at the end of the year for our local "Muriwaians" and near neighbours.
The event also supports our artists, craft makers and artisans who also contribute to our Muriwai Arts Trail.
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.
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