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100 days ago

Contaminated lollies

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A white lolly brought into a drug checking clinic in Auckland was found to contain a potentially lethal amount of methamphetamine.

What you need to know:
- The lolly was in Rinda pineapple wrapping.
- It contained approximately 3g of methamphetamine, which is up to 300 regular doses.
- … View more
A white lolly brought into a drug checking clinic in Auckland was found to contain a potentially lethal amount of methamphetamine.

What you need to know:
- The lolly was in Rinda pineapple wrapping.
- It contained approximately 3g of methamphetamine, which is up to 300 regular doses.
- Consuming this much methamphetamine is extremely dangerous and could result in death.
- Ministry of Health are unsure how widespread these contaminated lollies are, so we recommend not eating them.
- It is understood the lolly was in a sealed package that was donated to the Auckland City Mission and that some lollies may have been distributed to people in food parcels.
- People who have consumed them reported an unpleasant chemical taste.

If you or someone you know has eaten one and feels unwell, call 111 immediately.
Symptoms might include:
• Chest pain
• A racing heart
• Seizures
• Hyperthermia
• Delirium
• Loss of consciousness

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100 days ago

Auckland Open Days

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

16 & 17 August, 10am - 2pm

Our villages are open and you’re invited to explore them. Discover our living and care options, tour our show homes, and see the amenities on offer.

Come along and experience why New Zealanders have voted us most trusted brand, for the tenth time.

We look … View more
16 & 17 August, 10am - 2pm

Our villages are open and you’re invited to explore them. Discover our living and care options, tour our show homes, and see the amenities on offer.

Come along and experience why New Zealanders have voted us most trusted brand, for the tenth time.

We look forward to seeing you.

Click read more to find a list of all our villages and dates for our open days.

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101 days ago

LIVE DAY | Flora & Fauna

Howick Historical Village Pakuranga, Auckland from Howick Historical Village

It's springtime at Howick Historical Village and the gardens are full of life! Come along this Live Day to learn more about the natural world - plants, insects and our feathered friends.

Explore the heritage gardens on a nature trail created by our Heritage Gardener, Luke Southern. Learn … View more
It's springtime at Howick Historical Village and the gardens are full of life! Come along this Live Day to learn more about the natural world - plants, insects and our feathered friends.

Explore the heritage gardens on a nature trail created by our Heritage Gardener, Luke Southern. Learn all about Aotearoa’s unique native flora and introduced species as well as animals and our agricultural past.

Meet the Village beekeeper Sara Russ (a.k.a The Bee Lady) and get up close & personal with our buzzy garden pollinators in an observational hive at 1 pm. Feed the chooks, make a wildflower seed bomb or pot a sunflower from seed to enjoy its bright blooms this summer!

Step back in time - churn butter, make a beeswax candle, or try hand-crank sewing or rag rugging. Discover the art of bookbinding with members of the Association of Book Crafts. See the blacksmith at work in the forge and taste fresh baking, hot from the coal range in Puhi Nui Homestead. Visit the sweet shop filled with old-fashioned lollies and fudge!

With craft activities, outdoor games and performances - Morris dancing at 10:30 am & 11:30 am and bagpipe band at noon - there will be lots of fun for everyone! Have brunch or lunch at Homestead Café and make a day of it.

Admission: adult $18, student/senior $14, child $10, family $46. Children under 5, members & annual pass holders - free entry.

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102 days ago

Acacia Cove Open Day August 24th!!

Acacia Cove

ACACIA COVE Open Day on August 24th!
between 11 am and 2 pm
131 Wattle Farm Road, Wattle Downs, Auckland

For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green, gym, and 31 weekly … View more
ACACIA COVE Open Day on August 24th!
between 11 am and 2 pm
131 Wattle Farm Road, Wattle Downs, Auckland

For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green, gym, and 31 weekly activities. Whether you choose to live in a villa or one of our luxurious apartments, you’ll have the security of a 24-hour, fully monitored emergency call system built in.

If you’re aged 60 or over, value your independence but want greater security, come and look at the superb properties we offer.
• Best Ageing Programme at the 2017 Ageing Asia Eldercare Awards
• Finalist in the Facility of the Year Independent Seniors

For catering purposes, we are asking for people to
RSVP by Thursday 22 August to admin@acaciacove.co.nz or
Call long-time manager Bruce Cullington on Phone 09 268 8522
Find out more

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102 days ago

The Pacific Business Hub

The Pacific Business Hub

Our family at the Pacific Kids' Learning Digital Showcase at Hoyts Cinemas Sylvia Park 🎥🍿🎞️

Thursday July 18th's showcase was the official launch of 35 specially curated digital stories plus 30 Pacific animated songs, demonstrating to our communities the exciting … View more
Our family at the Pacific Kids' Learning Digital Showcase at Hoyts Cinemas Sylvia Park 🎥🍿🎞️

Thursday July 18th's showcase was the official launch of 35 specially curated digital stories plus 30 Pacific animated songs, demonstrating to our communities the exciting opportunities that the digital space provides to keep our histories, languages and cultures thriving into the future. A beautiful selection of 2D and 3D children's animations was woven together into a multilingual film, telling our Pasifika stories on the big screen. The collection showcased was co-created by PKL alongside local students, teachers, parents, community knowledge holders, elders and digital creatives.

Congratulations Evo Leota, Theresa Tupuola-Sorenson & Tatiana Marich and their amazing team of animators Elizabeth Kumaran (Liz), Herman Aviu, Carmel Adam, Tom Greentree for yet another job well done for the year and an awesome and successful showcase 👏🏽🙌🏽🎉
Find out more

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102 days ago

Rangatahi YOUTH Week!!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

Hi Neighbours,

Pop in and check out our hip and cool outfits we have on display! Or better yet create your own unique style with a variety of clothing to choose from in store!

Hope to see you all then, have a great week !!

102 days ago

'Buy Everything In Our House' Online Auction Fundraiser Is On!-Ellerslie School

Sarah from Mount Wellington

Ellerslie School's 'Buy Everything In Our House' fundraising on-line auction has started!

www.32auctions.com...

We have fantastic products and vouchers for your home including indoor and outdoor furniture, homeware, books, toys, car and garden items and so much more!

We have… View more
Ellerslie School's 'Buy Everything In Our House' fundraising on-line auction has started!

www.32auctions.com...

We have fantastic products and vouchers for your home including indoor and outdoor furniture, homeware, books, toys, car and garden items and so much more!

We have something for everyone so please have a look and bid on something for yourself or as a present!
Please share our post with:
- friends
- family
- colleagues
- social media
- any sports/book/community clubs and groups you or children belong to

Businesses are still coming on board with more generous donations so keep an eye out!

All funds raised will be used to buy Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM) resources for our classrooms, and playground resources to make our playground accessible to all students.

Thank you so much for your support!
Sarah
sarahn@ellerslie.school.nz
0212953189

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103 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid.

Health New Zealand

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, go to BookMyVaccine.nz or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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108 days ago

Cat Scratch Post Wanted

Carla from Pakuranga Heights

Hi
Does anyone have a cat scratching post they no longer need? I am living in the Manurewa area but I can also collect from Howick/Pakuranga/Botany area. My kitten is giving my couch a hard time! Thank you

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103 days ago

Zara - blue cropped sweater

Andreas from Mount Wellington

Dark blue cropped sweater
Size - S
New condition

Make an offer!

Negotiable

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103 days ago

Woman's exercise pants - Under armour

Andreas from Mount Wellington

Woman's exercise pants - fitted
Under armour
Mint condition
Size - XS
Mid-calf length
Heatgear

$20 or near offer

Negotiable

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103 days ago

4x girls jackets & jumpers

Andreas from Mount Wellington

Used, but good condition - no marks, stains or rips
Sizes - all 8-10
Zip ups:
Black rockstar jacket
Orange Icepeak jacket - very good quality
Jumpers:
Purple eye theme jumper (new condition)
Dark grey jumper
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Used, but good condition - no marks, stains or rips
Sizes - all 8-10
Zip ups:
Black rockstar jacket
Orange Icepeak jacket - very good quality
Jumpers:
Purple eye theme jumper (new condition)
Dark grey jumper


$50 or near offer

Negotiable

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103 days ago

Zara kids matching tracksuit

Andreas from Mount Wellington

Matching set tracksuit
Size 10 - 140 cm
New condition, worn once
Sporty, breathable fabric

$60 or near offer

Negotiable

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103 days ago

Girls clothes 8-10 matching sets -- PJs and day set

Andreas from Mount Wellington

Raven Queen short sleeve PJ set
Miss Mango sunflower w/ ruffles day set
Both sizes 8-10

Make an offer!

Negotiable

103 days ago

Local Images

Shelley Smithies from Howick Botany Neighbourhood Support

We are looking for some easily recognizable images of the Howick and Botany area to add to our stationery. Please attach any images you think would be suitable.

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