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321 days ago

If you're one of the many New Zealanders back at work today, it's time to get the calendars out, circle some public holidays, and stretch those annual leave days as far as possible

Brian from Mount Roskill

Are you back at the office for 2024? Me too!
Are you already thinking about the next break from work? Also, me too!
If you love a long weekend, 2024 presents a couple of opportunities for a four-day break, as well as some longer stretches away from work that use minimal leave.

Here's how … View more
Are you back at the office for 2024? Me too!
Are you already thinking about the next break from work? Also, me too!
If you love a long weekend, 2024 presents a couple of opportunities for a four-day break, as well as some longer stretches away from work that use minimal leave.

Here's how the public holidays fall this year so you can start planning that time away.
Taking advantage of regional days

A few of the regional anniversary days lend themselves to especially long breaks with fewer days of annual leave.
People living at the top of the country and those in Nelson can once again enjoy an extended holiday given their regional holidays' close proximity to Waitangi Day (February 6).

Both Auckland Anniversary Day and Nelson Anniversary Day fall on Monday, January 29 in 2024, with Waitangi Day falling a little over a week later.
This means people in those areas can potentially get 11 days away from work (including the weekends) using just five days of leave.
Meanwhile, the people of Otago can also enjoy a longer break using fewer days of leave, with Easter falling close to the region's anniversary day in 2024.

Otago Anniversary Day is observed on Monday, March 25, with Easter beginning on Friday, March 29. This means people in the region can get 10 days off work (including the weekends) using just three days of annual leave, from March 26-28.

Waitangi Day
With Waitangi Day landing on a Tuesday in 2024, workers can take Monday, February 5 off and gift themselves an easy four-day weekend.

An Easter bonus for the south
Easter will be observed from Friday, March 29 to Monday, April 1 in 2024.

With Southland Anniversary Day falling on Tuesday, April 2, those in the far south will get an extra long Easter break this time around.

Anzac Day
Anzac Day (April 25) falls on a Thursday in 2024, offering up another opportunity for a cheeky four-day weekend if people take the Friday off work.

An extra long Labour Weekend in Hawke's Bay
Labour Day is Monday, October 28 this year.

With Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day on Friday, October 25, people in that region again get an extra long Labour Weekend.

Other dates for the calendar:
King's Birthday falls on Monday, June 3 in 2024.

Matariki falls on Friday, June 28 in 2024.

You may not be able to stretch these two public holidays out further but you can at least try and get the jump on some long weekend accommodation before it all books out.
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321 days ago

How to Downsize Gifts and Heirlooms

Logan Campbell Retirement Village

Welcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of … View more
Welcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of downsizing – what to do with gifts and heirlooms. Whether you need to free up space in your own home or are helping someone else to downsize, this is a task that can feel daunting and emotionally charged.

Although it might be tempting to box everything up and hide it away to deal with another day, that just passes the problem down the road to your future self or to your family.

Fortunately, there are ways to downsize gifts and heirlooms that honour and remember the past whilst enabling you to rightsize your life for the present day.

Click to read more.

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322 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners. … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Don’t forget, tickets also make great gifts.

Celebrate the Heart Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Lottery and get your tickets today!
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324 days ago

Free eco friendly recycling service

Gemma from Lynfield

Pick up anything metal for free e.g washingmachines dishwashers cyclinders batteries you can call me on 0220704598 thanks

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322 days ago

Physics Study Guide Level 1

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Used Physics Study Guide for sale
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Price: $26

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322 days ago

Biology Study Guide Level1

Prem from Royal Oak

Used book for sale

Price: $26

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322 days ago

iPhone X magnet phone case- Gold

SuHooi from New Windsor

Brand new. No longer needed as upgraded to 15.

Price: $15

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322 days ago

Party Popper

SuHooi from New Windsor

3 units left.

Price: $2

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324 days ago

LG 47" Smart TV

Vincent from Mangere

LG TV working perfectly fine :) Ideal student looking for good affordable TV. Ive had it for ages but decided to get another from Warehouse on special so it's an upgrade. Was gonna offer it for free but never seen to be able to get rid of anything for free. People expect everything for … View moreLG TV working perfectly fine :) Ideal student looking for good affordable TV. Ive had it for ages but decided to get another from Warehouse on special so it's an upgrade. Was gonna offer it for free but never seen to be able to get rid of anything for free. People expect everything for nothing. Only genuine enquires please.

Price: $2

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324 days ago

Mindful makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Roskill

Breathe new life into an old wooden cabinet with Resene paints. Find out how to revamp your own with our handy advice.

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325 days ago

Best Shows to Stream This Summer

The Team from NZ Compare

Looking to unwind and recharge these holidays?

We've compiled the top summer holiday movies on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Neon for the festive season. CLICK below to explore!

Also, we've got the scoop on broadband providers offering free subscriptions to these streaming … View more
Looking to unwind and recharge these holidays?

We've compiled the top summer holiday movies on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Neon for the festive season. CLICK below to explore!

Also, we've got the scoop on broadband providers offering free subscriptions to these streaming services just in time.

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325 days ago

Dyson DC54 (cabled vac) accessories

Caroline from Epsom

Our trusted Dyson DC54 has died and Dyson don't fix this model anymore, so sadly I have to dispose of it. Before I do that, would anyone like the accessories? See photo. These only fit a DC54. DM me if you are interested.

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325 days ago

Happy New Year from the Beds4U family!

Beds 4 U

Wishing you a year filled with restful nights, sweet dreams, and the joy of waking up refreshed every day! ✨ As your local sleep experts, we are committed to supporting and elevating your sleep experience. Here's to helping the community sleep better in the year ahead.

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326 days ago

Small studio unit.

Guy from Mount Eden

Small studio unit available attached to house, very clean, Charlton Ave, Mt Eden, quiet street, own fridge and mini oven.Heater.$300 per week including power, internet and water.Ph Melanie 0211224755.

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326 days ago

Selling my road bike

Panawat from Mount Eden

Merinda Lite XS includes shoes Nike size 41and bike stand

Price: $450

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