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2021 days ago

A million trees

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Over the past three years, we have undertaken to plant one million mainly native trees and shrubs across Auckland. It was an ambitious undertaking but this year, we will not only hit a million trees mark, but we will also exceed it by one hundred thousand.

By achieving this we have helped make … View more
Over the past three years, we have undertaken to plant one million mainly native trees and shrubs across Auckland. It was an ambitious undertaking but this year, we will not only hit a million trees mark, but we will also exceed it by one hundred thousand.

By achieving this we have helped make our city a greener and more pleasant place. Join us at our Matariki public planting sessions at Hunua Domain (Sat 18 May), Totara Park (Fri 14 and Sat 15 of June) and Metro Park East in Silverdale (Sun 29 June).
Find out more

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2021 days ago

Auckland Overnight motorway closures: from 19 May – 25 May

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 24th May 2019. Please follow the signposted detours.

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The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 24th May 2019. Please follow the signposted detours.

Closures affect Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (SH1&SH16), Central Motorway Junction (SH1 &SH16), Sourthern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), and Southwestern Motorway (SH20)

Find out more here.

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2022 days ago

Pacifica Mamas adorn the Town Hall with a giant ei as a gift of love

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Next time you’re strolling along Queen Street, cast your eyes up to Auckland’s Town Hall and take in an extraordinary gift of love presented to our city.

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2022 days ago

Aucklanders urged to support Pink Shirt Day

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Aucklanders are being encouraged to wear pink this Friday in support of a movement to stand up against bullying and to spread love and kindness - Pink Shirt Day.

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2022 days ago

Farms of the future

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland’s farming future is getting a boost from technology and innovation. Farms and Food for the Future is a new initiative that is embracing technology to protect our green spaces and transform our farming practices.

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2023 days ago

Swim during winter and win!

Penny White from Hilton Brown Swimming Penrose

Swimming lessons during winter are key for your children to be able to enjoy their kiwi summers to the fullest.

All of our pools are indoor and the water is heated to a balmy 32 degrees – so it is nice and toasty and no standing in the rain!

At Hilton Brown Swimming we want to reward the … View more
Swimming lessons during winter are key for your children to be able to enjoy their kiwi summers to the fullest.

All of our pools are indoor and the water is heated to a balmy 32 degrees – so it is nice and toasty and no standing in the rain!

At Hilton Brown Swimming we want to reward the families that swim with us during winter.

If one person in your family pays for lessons during June, July and August you will go into the draw to win 3 months of free swimming lessons for your entire immediate family from September to November 2019.

There will be one winner for each of our seven locations and they will be informed in August.

Get in touch with us today for more details!
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2023 days ago

Are you living with foot pain?

Corrective Foot Solutions

Having foot and leg pain can bring life to a standstill. You might not be able to keep up with family or even complete basic tasks around the house.

Fix the problem so you can enjoy being active again.

Fortunately, at Corrective Foot Solutions, we use a gentle hands on technique to … View more
Having foot and leg pain can bring life to a standstill. You might not be able to keep up with family or even complete basic tasks around the house.

Fix the problem so you can enjoy being active again.

Fortunately, at Corrective Foot Solutions, we use a gentle hands on technique to effectively treat and fix foot problems without the need for surgery, orthotics or pain killers.

We use foot mobilisation therapy to correct the underlying causes of your foot pain by working on the misalignments in the foot, as well as strengthening the weakened muscles around the joints for long term relief.

We’ve decided to run a SPECIAL OFFER for foot pain sufferers.
“Foot Pain Assessment” for only $30 (Worth $85).
Offer valid 16/05/19 - 30/05/19.

Address - Level 3, 272 Parnell Road, Parnell.
Call us on - 09 212 9250.
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2025 days ago

Poll: Will you bring your own re-usable containers to the supermarket?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Supermarket giant Foodstuffs has announced that in the North Island it will now be allowing customers to bring re-useable containers for use in staffed areas like seafood, bakery, delicatessen, and butchery areas.

To read more, click here.

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Will you bring your own re-usable containers to the supermarket?
  • 60.1% Yes!
    60.1% Complete
  • 39.9% No.
    39.9% Complete
2889 votes
2024 days ago

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

Find out more about … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

Find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There's still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
Cast your votes

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2025 days ago

Food recall: I Love Pies brand Vegan Pies

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Walter and Wild Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its I Love Pies brand Vegan Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

This product uses a dairy free cheddar alternative product which is not the source of the undeclared milk. The milk is likely to originate from … View more
Walter and Wild Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its I Love Pies brand Vegan Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

This product uses a dairy free cheddar alternative product which is not the source of the undeclared milk. The milk is likely to originate from the processing environment, as the manufacturer processes other products which contain milk or milk products. This recall does not affect any other I Love Pies brand products

I Love Pies brand Vegan Lentil Mince & Cheese (210g)
I Love Pies brand Vegan Lentil Mince & Cheese Party Pies 6 pack (280g)
I Love Pies brand Vegan Spiced Chickpea & Spinach (195g)

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2039 days ago

Save these natives - plant them in your garden

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

More than 80 per cent of our native plants occur nowhere else in the world.

2025 days ago

Want to be a part of clinical studies and get paid?

Administration from Auckland Clinical Studies

The study involves a 3-night in-patient stay and 11 outpatient visits.

Are you:
- 18-65 years of age?
- BMI 19-37 kg/m 2
- No medication

You will be reimbursed $4000 (less tax) for your time and inconvenience.
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The study involves a 3-night in-patient stay and 11 outpatient visits.

Are you:
- 18-65 years of age?
- BMI 19-37 kg/m 2
- No medication

You will be reimbursed $4000 (less tax) for your time and inconvenience.

Email: xenon@clinicalstudies.co.nz
Or call: 0800 STUDIES (7883437)
Learn more

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2025 days ago

Reggio Emilia-inspired early learning centre

Peacocks Early Learning Centre - Stonefields

Peacocks is a purpose-built early learning centre that provides education and care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years old.

What makes us different?
- Inquiry learning inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy
- A place for discovery, investigation and exploration
- Passionate, … View more
Peacocks is a purpose-built early learning centre that provides education and care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years old.

What makes us different?
- Inquiry learning inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy
- A place for discovery, investigation and exploration
- Passionate, innovative teachers
- A purpose built Atelier to enhance creativity and learning
- Mainly organic healthy meals prepared by our on-site chef

The building:
- Is an environmentally sustainable building, worthy of a Green Star rating
- The indoors is built of recycled concrete. Light is created by ninety solar panels and rainwater is recycled and harvested for toilet use.
- A custom-built floor-to-ceiling aquarium (six metres high) exhibits freshwater fish which creates learning opportunities and ambience for the children. It is the largest tank in Auckland, apart from Kelly Tarltons.

31 Purchas Hill Drive, Stonefields
t: 09 218 8186 or 021899249
e: stonefields@peacockschildcare.co.nz
w: https://stonefields@peacockschildcare.co.nz
Enrol now

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