Pakuranga, Auckland

1777 days ago

Guinness world record: Toastmasters complete marathon

Alison Perkins from Pakuranga Toastmasters

Congratulations to all who took part in this magnificent event. With 25 independent witnesses monitoring the speakers in four hour shifts, from Easter Sunday 11 am continuously one after the other until the Friday evening.

171 Toastmasters gave 381 speeches, all over 7 minutes, some over an hour. … View more
Congratulations to all who took part in this magnificent event. With 25 independent witnesses monitoring the speakers in four hour shifts, from Easter Sunday 11 am continuously one after the other until the Friday evening.

171 Toastmasters gave 381 speeches, all over 7 minutes, some over an hour. All with an audience throughout and no more than 30 seconds between speakers.

Subjects presented were many and varied, including personal stories. The confidence that successful Toastmasters gain was on show throughout.

The Toastmasters ethics, integrity, they promised to be there. Respect, they supported each other. Service, they turned up. Excellence, they did it in style.

They achieved the Guinness World Record Speech Marathon 127 hours 31 minutes 43 seconds.

Officially amazing!

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1775 days ago

Do you read with your child?

NumberWorks'nWords Howick & Pakuranga

It can have positive long term effects, including:⠀
-Supported cognitive development. ⠀
-Improved language skills.⠀
-Prepared for academic success. ⠀
-A special bond with your child. ⠀
-Increased concentration and discipline. ⠀
-Improved imagination and creativity.⠀

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1775 days ago

How to be more Neighbourly...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Being Neighbourly is a lot more than just signing up to the website. It’s about taking the next step and being helpful and friendly to those around you. There are loads of different ways to be Neighbourly - here are a few suggestions from us.

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1775 days ago

Do your curtains & blinds need a professional clean?

The Team from

Are your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you… View more
Are your curtains or blinds stained? Mildewed? Spreading harmful mould spores or unpleasant odours?

Come talk to our specialist curtain and blind cleaners!

Breathe new life into your curtains when you choose to have them professionally cleaned and repaired.

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We have been cleaning curtains and blinds for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For professional curtains and blind cleaning throughout Auckland, please contact Textile Curtain Cleaning to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350
Find out more

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1777 days ago

anyone recomend a company that cleans ovens

Joanne from Pakuranga Heights

I need an oven and hob cleaned
have used options on grabone etc but they don't do the racks
and the last 2 weren't any good anyway

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1776 days ago

Acer 15.6 Laptop

Aryan from Mount Wellington

This laptop works totally fine with absolute no problems at all. Selling as buying a new one.
Has high specs
Intel i7
Nvidia Graphics
8gb Ram
1tb Storage
This is a really good price for this laptop as per the specs it has. the fan can be a bit loud but otherwise a great machine and also the … View more
This laptop works totally fine with absolute no problems at all. Selling as buying a new one.
Has high specs
Intel i7
Nvidia Graphics
8gb Ram
1tb Storage
This is a really good price for this laptop as per the specs it has. the fan can be a bit loud but otherwise a great machine and also the fan is not broken.

Price: $450

1776 days ago

Only 5% Deposit - space:1 in Panmure!

Rethinking Space

Top 10 reasons to buy a space:1 apartment -

● Affordability
● Outstanding location with potential for capital growth
● Future Proof
● Convenient public transport
● Uncompromising quality
● Community
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Top 10 reasons to buy a space:1 apartment -

● Affordability
● Outstanding location with potential for capital growth
● Future Proof
● Convenient public transport
● Uncompromising quality
● Community
● Sustainability
● Security
● Ongoing savings on expenses
● Low-stress maintenance

Showroom available for viewing on Sat/Sun 10am - 12pm throughout Dec/Jan, excluding 21-22 & 28-29 December, unless by appointment. Located at 25a Anzac Street, Takapuna.

For further information contact Christina Ngawati:
021 232 7477 | christina@legacy.co.nz
Learn more

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1776 days ago

Acacia Cove Village - Halloween Party

Acacia Cove Village

The end of October was a busy time for the Staff and Residents at Acacia Cove Village.

On the 30th we hosted another successful open day and treated our guests to a tour of our beautiful facility, showed them around some of our stunning Villas, and ended the day with an amazing lunch.

We … View more
The end of October was a busy time for the Staff and Residents at Acacia Cove Village.

On the 30th we hosted another successful open day and treated our guests to a tour of our beautiful facility, showed them around some of our stunning Villas, and ended the day with an amazing lunch.

We ended October with an exciting Halloween Party, hosted by our lovely members of the Social Committee. A night filled with great company, good food and some scary-dressed residents and family members.

Another night that won’t be easily forgotten.
Find out more

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1777 days ago

Xbox360+Kinect+2 controllers and 15 games !! $150

Aimie from Pakuranga Heights

$150.00 Time to sell our Xbox360 runs fine- 2 controllers one is Halo style. Kinect game and sensor all included.
Comes with 15games! As pictured - pick up is pakuranga anytime !

Perfect for the kids for Xmas console also has games downloaded on it including crash bandicoot 😊

Can contact me… View more
$150.00 Time to sell our Xbox360 runs fine- 2 controllers one is Halo style. Kinect game and sensor all included.
Comes with 15games! As pictured - pick up is pakuranga anytime !

Perfect for the kids for Xmas console also has games downloaded on it including crash bandicoot 😊

Can contact me on 0223129049

Negotiable

1777 days ago

Certificate in Wine

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Want to learn more about the world of wine?
Learn about principle grape varieties and characteristics, the winemaking process, sparkling wine production, viticulture and more!
Sign up for the Certificate in Wine course over 7 evening sessions this Holiday season.
Mon 25 November - 9 December … View more
Want to learn more about the world of wine?
Learn about principle grape varieties and characteristics, the winemaking process, sparkling wine production, viticulture and more!
Sign up for the Certificate in Wine course over 7 evening sessions this Holiday season.
Mon 25 November - 9 December | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm.

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1777 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (CMJ), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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1784 days ago

Swimming warnings at Auckland beaches

Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland Council has alerted beach-goers to 39 city spots that have a "high risk" of illness from swimming.

The warnings come after yesterday's deluge of rain that overloaded parts of the storm and wastewater networks. A black alert indicating a very high risk of illness from … View more
Auckland Council has alerted beach-goers to 39 city spots that have a "high risk" of illness from swimming.

The warnings come after yesterday's deluge of rain that overloaded parts of the storm and wastewater networks. A black alert indicating a very high risk of illness from swimming was issued for Castor Bay just after 3pm yesterday.

It's recommended that people do not enter the water while the warnings are in place.
Check here to see where's safe to swim.
Source: NZ Herald

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1777 days ago

WIN a VIP Experience at the Night Noodle Markets

The Team from Night Noodle Markets

Set to take over Victoria Park for 10 nights, this now iconic pop-up Asian dining extravaganza packs in the dog-friendly family fun from Friday 29 November to Sunday 8th December.

The free event runs daily with live entertainment and a licenced bar from 4pm - 10pm, with doors shutting at 9pm on… View more
Set to take over Victoria Park for 10 nights, this now iconic pop-up Asian dining extravaganza packs in the dog-friendly family fun from Friday 29 November to Sunday 8th December.

The free event runs daily with live entertainment and a licenced bar from 4pm - 10pm, with doors shutting at 9pm on closing night.

To go in the draw to win the VIP date night experience on Monday 2nd December click the button below to enter your details

Entries close Saturday 30th November 2019.
Be into win!

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