Maraetai, Auckland

1122 days ago

Meet the 2021 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year finalist from Matakana

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Trish Allen is giving away her garden harvest -- again! During the 2020 lockdown, she gave away over 140kg in fruit from her home orchard. This year, she didn’t have fruit to swap but her vegetable garden was packed with winter crops. “I had masses of broccoli, cauliflower, kale, silverbeet and… View moreTrish Allen is giving away her garden harvest -- again! During the 2020 lockdown, she gave away over 140kg in fruit from her home orchard. This year, she didn’t have fruit to swap but her vegetable garden was packed with winter crops. “I had masses of broccoli, cauliflower, kale, silverbeet and French sorrel. So I gave out a lot of parcels of those to anyone I knew who needed it.”

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1122 days ago

The Complete Christmas Experience

Christmas Heirloom Company

The Christmas Heirloom Company™ stores capture the true magic of Christmas. Visit one of our amazing stores throughout New Zealand.

With an array of Christmas trees, decorations and table décor, we strive to provide you with high quality products for your individual requirements. Since 1986 … View more
The Christmas Heirloom Company™ stores capture the true magic of Christmas. Visit one of our amazing stores throughout New Zealand.

With an array of Christmas trees, decorations and table décor, we strive to provide you with high quality products for your individual requirements. Since 1986 we have become a Christmas tradition.

Our beautiful stores are open now throughout the North Island. Don’t miss out on this one of kind Christmas experience.

View our store locations: https://christmasheirloom.com/our-stores/
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1122 days ago

Let’s keep it clean

Auckland Council

Let’s keep your neighbourhood clean. If you see illegally dumped rubbish report it 24/7 by calling Auckland Council on 0800 NO DUMP.

Dumpers will be fined up to thirty thousand dollars.

Donate or dispose of your items properly. For more information visit … View more
Let’s keep your neighbourhood clean. If you see illegally dumped rubbish report it 24/7 by calling Auckland Council on 0800 NO DUMP.

Dumpers will be fined up to thirty thousand dollars.

Donate or dispose of your items properly. For more information visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/rubbishandrecycling
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1126 days ago

Air Quality.

Martin from Whitford

For a long while now, years, I think, the air quality measurements taken by the instrument in Chapel Rd, Botany are by far the worst in Auckland, if not in NZ. aqicn.org...
Is this just a defective instrument or is something else going on?

1123 days ago

Meet Alexandria Lindsay, our 2021 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year finalist from Waitara

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Alexandria Te Ripeka "Pearl" Lindsay (Te Āti Awa o Taranaki) started gardening to grow her own food -- and now she's growing food for her community too.

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1123 days ago

Enjoy all the comforts of home.

Oceania Health care

You’ll feel right at home in our Care Suites at Meadowbank. Our spacious, well-appointed rooms are perfect for entertaining family or friends with your very own living area, kitchenette and ensuite.

Thoughtfully designed to provide Rest Home and Hospital level care with all the comforts of … View more
You’ll feel right at home in our Care Suites at Meadowbank. Our spacious, well-appointed rooms are perfect for entertaining family or friends with your very own living area, kitchenette and ensuite.

Thoughtfully designed to provide Rest Home and Hospital level care with all the comforts of home, you can relax knowing that you won’t have to move again, even if your needs increase. As a housewarming gift, you and your guests will enjoy a complimentary high tea paired with a lovely bottle of bubbles when you move in.

To learn more about our Care Suites, with Rest Home and Hospital level care, visit oceaniahealthcare.co.nz.
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1124 days ago

Dame Catherine Tizard has died.

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The staff and executive governance board of Manukau East Council Social Services (MECOSS), were saddened to learn Dame Catherine Tizard has died. Sincere condolences go to her daughter Judith Tizard and family on the loss of a truly remarkable New Zealander.
For many years Dame Cath was an … View more
The staff and executive governance board of Manukau East Council Social Services (MECOSS), were saddened to learn Dame Catherine Tizard has died. Sincere condolences go to her daughter Judith Tizard and family on the loss of a truly remarkable New Zealander.
For many years Dame Cath was an enthusiastic supporter of the annual MECOSS Race Relations Day held at Pakuranga Plaza and we thank her for that. Her intellect and warm personality always shone through at these special events. She will be greatly missed. Tēnā koa koa ki aku mihi.

1124 days ago

Meet our first finalist for the 2021 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Get to know Darfield gardener Bronwyn Adams-Hooper, who runs a horticulture programme for the 18- to 21-year-olds serving time in the youth unit at Christchurch Men’s Prison. With her help, they've been growing veges that win awards at their local A&P show.

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1124 days ago

Win a $20k advertising package

2degrees

2degrees is all about fighting for fair which is why we’re giving Auckland businesses the chance to win a $20,000 advertising package.

Apply before 6th December at 2degrees.nz/shoplocal.

T&Cs apply
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1124 days ago

Meet Caitlin, a mechanical engineering apprentice and racing enthusiast.

Competenz

Caitlin chose a career path that works with her passion for building stock cars.
Find a job you actually like - this is your sign to embrace the fluro!

Click here for more info.

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1126 days ago

We can deliver or you can contactless pick-up from Pukekohe based Farrells Nurseries in level 3

John Farrell Nurseries

PIP & STONE FRUIT - $50 each
All trees will fruits this coming season
All supersize 3 years old trees

HEDGES - NATIVES - SPECIMENS
2 years old - $10 each
3 years old - $30 each

INSTANT TREES - $65 each
3 years old including Evergreens, Autumn colours, Weeping/Japanese Maples, … View more
PIP & STONE FRUIT - $50 each
All trees will fruits this coming season
All supersize 3 years old trees

HEDGES - NATIVES - SPECIMENS
2 years old - $10 each
3 years old - $30 each

INSTANT TREES - $65 each
3 years old including Evergreens, Autumn colours, Weeping/Japanese Maples, Flowering Magnolias/Cherries

Support Local and Order 092388606 Now!

contact / email us now contactus@farrellsnurseries.co.nz
Follow Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FarrellsNurseries/.
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1127 days ago

Halloween Witch Dance

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

It is Halloween on Sunday. Obviously it's going to be a bit different in Auckland this year because of COVID-19 Level 3 restrictions and therefore trick or treating will be off the cards.
However for the kids, it's all about the lollies, right? And of course spooky costumes are a huge … View more
It is Halloween on Sunday. Obviously it's going to be a bit different in Auckland this year because of COVID-19 Level 3 restrictions and therefore trick or treating will be off the cards.
However for the kids, it's all about the lollies, right? And of course spooky costumes are a huge part of the day,
So why not make some fun in your bubble in the backyard! Maybe even have a go at learning the Witch dance?

1127 days ago

Craft with Resene, from the Australian Women's Weekly

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Get organised this year with these handy storage ideas for the office or kids’ corner. Create a colourful geometric inspired space with Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own.

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1127 days ago

New Zealand’s Most Trusted Cryptocurrency Exchange

Swyftx

Did you know that 1 in 5 New Zealanders plans to or has already invested in cryptocurrency? To get you started, Swyftx cryptocurrency exchange is offering $10 free Bitcoin to all new users who sign up and verify.

Join over 400,000 users and trade over 280+ cryptocurrencies with … View more
Did you know that 1 in 5 New Zealanders plans to or has already invested in cryptocurrency? To get you started, Swyftx cryptocurrency exchange is offering $10 free Bitcoin to all new users who sign up and verify.

Join over 400,000 users and trade over 280+ cryptocurrencies with New Zealand’s most trusted exchange. 4.9/5 Stars on Trustpilot from over 3,000 reviews.

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1136 days ago

Explore Auckland’s street art by bike to win $1000 worth in prizes

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

An exciting way to stay active during the Covid-19 lockdown, explore Auckland and win prizes has arrived in the form of the Street Art Bike Challenge.

To participate people simple need to snap a photo of themselves, their bike, a piece of street art, and share the photo with … View more
Hi neighbours,

An exciting way to stay active during the Covid-19 lockdown, explore Auckland and win prizes has arrived in the form of the Street Art Bike Challenge.

To participate people simple need to snap a photo of themselves, their bike, a piece of street art, and share the photo with the hashtag #streetartbikechallenge.

The event will run throughout October and aims to encourage people to cycle around the city and stay active throughout the Covid-19 lockdown.

It is being hosted by EcoMatters Bike Hubs, who have compiled a map of over 200 street art pieces around Auckland to get people started.

Over $1000 worth in prizes are up for grabs. Will you be participating in the Street Art Bike Challenge?

Share your photos below!

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