Papatoetoe, Auckland

1624 days ago

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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View more
In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.

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 your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1625 days ago

Rare opportunity to buy into Alan Turing apartment building in Grey Lynn

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

The owner of a 1.5-bedroom apartment on the third and top residential floor of the Turing building, developed in 2014, is cashing out to try to cash into her "villa dream" in the suburb. The 27 apartment owners share a rooftop deck with panoramic views of Auckland City, the western bays, … View moreThe owner of a 1.5-bedroom apartment on the third and top residential floor of the Turing building, developed in 2014, is cashing out to try to cash into her "villa dream" in the suburb. The 27 apartment owners share a rooftop deck with panoramic views of Auckland City, the western bays, Waitakere Ranges and North Shore. To read more click here.

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1624 days ago

Acacia Cove Village are in full swing at level 1!

Acacia Cove Village

Acacia Cove is celebrating in style with three magnificent shows coming up for our residents, organised by our village manager, Bruce Cullington.

We are looking forward to kicking off on Friday 12th June with the amazing Jackie Clarke and a couple of more shows after that.

I’m sure we are … View more
Acacia Cove is celebrating in style with three magnificent shows coming up for our residents, organised by our village manager, Bruce Cullington.

We are looking forward to kicking off on Friday 12th June with the amazing Jackie Clarke and a couple of more shows after that.

I’m sure we are all pleased that our lives can turn back to normal, what ever that means for you. But we are also aware that it was a very stressful time for everyone, and that some are still a bit hesitant to go about their normal lives.

Take your time, stay safe and stay warm.
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1624 days ago

Retrain for modern office systems with Vision!

Vision College

Our fees-free Business Administration programme will give you the skills and knowledge needed to enter the business world.

This hands-on programme will help you grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite in just 20 weeks! While covering computer applications … View more
Our fees-free Business Administration programme will give you the skills and knowledge needed to enter the business world.

This hands-on programme will help you grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite in just 20 weeks! While covering computer applications like Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher, it also includes business report writing, communication skills and creating business documents.

To find out more about our Business Administration programme visit our website or give us a call on 0800 834 834.
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1627 days ago

Auckland drought: Can you shower in 4 minutes?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?

Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million … View more
The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?

Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million litres of water a day.

Check out the full list of ways to cut down your water use here.

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1630 days ago

Puppy Pre School

Veterinarian from Pet Vets Papatoetoe

Our June Puppy Preschool Graduates 🎓🐶
Congratulations to all these clever pups & their owners!

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1625 days ago
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1625 days ago

Mother's hand massage

Meena from Goodwood Heights

Taking appointments for full body massage for Ladies only -
I use castor oil therapy - also a mixture of other oils, it can be simply for relaxation or deep tissue massage. Head and hair separate.
Please text for appointments (027)2496091

Price: $45

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1628 days ago

Should Council contract cleaners wait longer for Living Wage?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Hundreds of low-paid cleaners and security staff who work at council-facilities, but through contractors, had hoped they would be paid the Living Wage this year. Should Council budget cuts delay that? Read the story below:

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1625 days ago

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