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Hillsborough dad urges people to dig deep
Former solo dad Aaron D'Souza is calling for donations to help single parents struggling with high school fees.
The Hillsborough resident is appealing to community members to sponsor deserving secondary students from one income families.
D'Souza launched Against the Odds scholarships … View moreFormer solo dad Aaron D'Souza is calling for donations to help single parents struggling with high school fees.
The Hillsborough resident is appealing to community members to sponsor deserving secondary students from one income families.
D'Souza launched Against the Odds scholarships last year to help single parents pay for school supplies and uniforms.
The teacher at De La Salle College, in Mangere, south Auckland, wanted to help others after falling on hard times himself.
Eight years ago he was unemployed, facing eviction and raising two boys alone.
Now he is delighted to be part of a blended family with his sons, 17 and 13, and a stepdaughter, 7.
"Having been through solo-parenting myself, I know what a struggle paying for school supplies can be and a lot of kids out there are missing out on school trips and camps because they can't afford to go," D'Souza said.
Applications for the scholarships can be made through Auckland schools for students with a good attendance rate and who are endorsed by a teacher or dean.
D'Souza awarded five of the $1000 scholarships last year thanks to the generosity of local families and businesses.
"It's only $1000 but that's a good amount to get them started. For most people that will cover uniforms and stationery and a chrome book," he said.
But the year nine dean is grappling to find enough funds with only two donations so far.
"Because of COVID19 it's been a hell of a year," D'Souza said. " It's a lot harder asking for things."
The food technology and hospitality teacher plans to award three scholarships to Auckland schools this year including one to De La Salle College and another to Onehunga High School where his sons are students.
D'Souza aims to raise $6000 so he has enough funding for three more donations each year for the next two years.
Trying to find ongoing funding has proved trying, he said.
"The long term goal is to get people willing to commit to three years or five years so I don't have to keep chasing money."
More information about the Against the Odds scholarships can be found here: againsttheoddsscholarships.weebly.com...
Looking for spring planting tips?
In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.
Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips … View moreIn this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.
Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips plus go in the draw for spring vege packs from Tui and ‘Blue Star’ ferns from Gellert’s.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Experience Tiny Ruins and Lawrence Arabia LIVE at the Museum
Join us for a monumental night of music in Auckland Museum's stunning Grand Foyer at LIVE at the Museum. Featuring a double bill of solo sets from Tiny Ruins & Lawrence Arabia, Wednesday 4 November, 6.30pm.
Tickets are now on sale and often sell out! 🎫
Paint an vintage sideboard
Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update … View moreBrighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update your furniture
Festival of Doll Art - 30th and 31st October
Join us to our 34th Doll Show with dollmaker competitions, doll displays, doll supplies, doll clothing, books, collectables, Bears, old and modern dolls. The theme of the show is Surprise.
Club Raffle: 1st Place wins an artisan-made Bluebell Doll's Display and 2nd place is a crafty … View moreJoin us to our 34th Doll Show with dollmaker competitions, doll displays, doll supplies, doll clothing, books, collectables, Bears, old and modern dolls. The theme of the show is Surprise.
Club Raffle: 1st Place wins an artisan-made Bluebell Doll's Display and 2nd place is a crafty organiser.
When:
Friday 30th October 2020, 10am - 4pm
Saturday 30th October 2020, 10am - 4pm
Where:
Auckland Horticultural Centre, 990 Great North Rd, Western Springs, Auckland
Ticket information:
Adult: $5.00
Child: Free
Door Sales Only
No Eftpos or catering facilities at the venue.
Paying to drive on Auckland's roads - the debate is coming
Hi Neighbours, A proposal for Aucklanders to pay a fee to drive on some roads, is complete but yet to be debated publicly. It could be a big lever in the bold goals for reducing carbon emissions. Do you favour it? Read the story below.
First Rung, episode 2, is here!
Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first … View moreHi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first one, it's packed with tips, advice and anecdotes from experts and home owners on every aspect of buying your first home. It also comes with a chance to win a $500 Resene prize pack.
In episode 2, we talk to a first time buyer who moved from one end of the country to the other for a chance to get on the ladder, hear about apartments as a viable first home option and an expert gives us some tips on how to choose the right lawyer.
We all know buying a home is one of the toughest, most daunting things we might ever do as adults, so it doesn't hurt to get some expert advice and support. That's what we wanted to give you with First Rung.
Give episode 2 a listen and let us know what you think - and I hope you're all in to win that crackin' prize pack!
Sushi & Sashimi Workshop!
Sushi and Sashimi workshop with our Guest Chef for our Advanced, Cookery students.
Tiny house ticks all the boxes for young couple
It's hard not to be inspired by Ryan and Ziski, who have spent the past year building their own tiny house in Riverhead - it's going to be their "forever" home.
Recap: Get answers to your DIY and decorating dilemmas
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who joined us for our live chat with Resene’s colour consultant Brenda Ngatai and tech expert Jay Sharples.
The questions were coming thick and fast, and Jay and Brenda very kindly stayed later than planned to get through as many as they could, but we're … View moreHey neighbours, thanks to everyone who joined us for our live chat with Resene’s colour consultant Brenda Ngatai and tech expert Jay Sharples.
The questions were coming thick and fast, and Jay and Brenda very kindly stayed later than planned to get through as many as they could, but we're sorry if we didn't get to yours. If you submitted a question and missed the chat, checkout the recap, here.
Time for a spring clean?
It's that time of year again especially when your curtains might need a bit of a spring clean! Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we’ll give them a professional clean for you. Deliver and collect from us once cleaned and receive 20% off the cleaning cost.
Trust … View moreIt's that time of year again especially when your curtains might need a bit of a spring clean! Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we’ll give them a professional clean for you. Deliver and collect from us once cleaned and receive 20% off the cleaning cost.
Trust Textile Curtain Cleaning, the locally owned and operated business to clean and sanitise your curtains and fabric blinds.
We can quickly improve the health of your home by professionally cleaning your curtains and blinds.
We offer:
- Simple all-inclusive pricing, no hidden charges
- Mildew and mould removal
- Full-service or discount for dropping in
- Complimentary temporary curtains
Contact your friendly local professionals now!
Ph: 09 473 5350, Hibiscus Coast or email: info@textilecleaning.co.nz
FREE Insulation
Do you have old or no ceiling and underfloor insulation?
Get new insulation installed free of charge, with nothing to pay back.
Numbers are limited, so first in first served.
Some conditions may apply.
Text 022 348 9534
Poll: Do you have any kind of shade in your outdoor space?
At The Louvre Company we want to know your thoughts. Simply let us know down below if you'd like a Motorised Louvre installed.
Get your free quote today! Call or email with the rough measurements of your louvre, and find out for yourself that TLC has quality NZ made and designed louvres for… View moreAt The Louvre Company we want to know your thoughts. Simply let us know down below if you'd like a Motorised Louvre installed.
Get your free quote today! Call or email with the rough measurements of your louvre, and find out for yourself that TLC has quality NZ made and designed louvres for accessible prices!
info@thelouvrecompany.co.nz
0800 852 669 (TLC NOW)
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31.4% Yes
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47.1% No
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21.6% I want a Motorised Louvre
Community Constable Don Allan's newsletter
Hi Neighbours,
Here's Don's latest newsletter for you . He is asking that we be vigilant of our surroundings as it helps us, the residents, when criminals know we are a vigilant neighbourhood so their chances of being caught is higher
Stay Safe.
Regards
Colleen
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