Penrose, Auckland

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128 days ago

Poll: What would you rather be doing on a weekend?

Marketing Manager from Beds4U Newmarket

Hi neighbours, vote now! Let us know your top pick and why it’s your favourite way to spend the weekend!

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What would you rather be doing on a weekend?
  • 17.2% Binge watch a show
    17.2% Complete
  • 23.2% Read a book
    23.2% Complete
  • 21.2% Hang-out with friends
    21.2% Complete
  • 38.4% Sleep and relax
    38.4% Complete
99 votes
128 days ago

Kids' planter box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Onehunga

It’s easy to create your very own colourful planter box, with the kids or for the kids to enjoy, from an old wooden drawer and Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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129 days ago

Have you got a family recipe for oranges?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're looking for delicious orange recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's October issue. Send your family's favourite ways to enjoy this fruit to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 20, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the October issue of NZ Gardener.

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129 days ago

A Whole New Lifestyle

Acacia Cove

Care, Community, And Connection

Acacia Cove, a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula has 31 weekly activities.

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, … View more
Care, Community, And Connection

Acacia Cove, a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula has 31 weekly activities.

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 and gym.

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 have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Contact long time manager Bruce to book a visit today!
(09) 268 8522.
admin@ocaciacove.co.nz
Find out more

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130 days ago

Only 5 days left to adopt one of our gorgeous SPCA long-stay animals for free

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Are you the Special Someone our animals have been looking for?

Until Sun 21 July only, we are waiving adoption fees for our long-stay residents for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a … View more
Are you the Special Someone our animals have been looking for?

Until Sun 21 July only, we are waiving adoption fees for our long-stay residents for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!

Look for the ‘Special Love Needed’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...

*The offer applies to animals looking for homes for more than 40 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.

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130 days ago

Winter Gardening

Logan Campbell Retirement Village

Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.

As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in… View more
Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.

As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in cooler temperatures and to prepare the soil for future planting.

Click read more for the full story.

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130 days ago
131 days ago

HOW TO SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR OLD MATTRESS

Marketing Manager from Beds4U Newmarket

Mattresses usually last 8-10 years before they need to be replaced. Mattresses are one of the most difficult consumer products to get rid of responsibly. Maybe this is one of the main reasons that they end up on the Curb. But have you ever thought what happens to the old mattress when you leave it … View moreMattresses usually last 8-10 years before they need to be replaced. Mattresses are one of the most difficult consumer products to get rid of responsibly. Maybe this is one of the main reasons that they end up on the Curb. But have you ever thought what happens to the old mattress when you leave it on the curb? The size and construction of the mattress create a major problem for the authorities.
"300,000 mattresses are sent to landfill every year in New Zealand – if stacked this pile of unwanted mattresses would reach to the edge of space! This 8100 tonnes of waste cost $14.5 million to landfill every year", says 3R Group Chief Executive Adele Rose.


So what’s the best way to get rid of your old mattress? Here are some of the suggested ways to adios your old Mattress:

Sell it:

If your Mattress is not a home to bed bugs and has no major stains or rips. You can consider to sell it for a nominal fee. Trademe or any other social media platform can help you reach potential buyers. This can be one of the most environmentally friendly options.

Donate the Mattress:

You can check with your local non-profits to see if they accept old mattresses or beds in a donation. Organizations like The Salvation Army & Red Cross have centers where you can drop your good quality old beds & Furniture that can be passed to people in need.

Consider Recycling:

If you're not able to sell or donate your mattress, then you should try to send your mattress to a recycling center. Both consumers and businesses can drop off old mattresses at these centers. Businesses can also arrange direct delivery to a local processing centre. The mattresses are dismantled into raw materials, such as steel, foam, plastic, and fabric which are either recycled or reused. The rebound mattress recycling program is a stewardship program designed to provide a simple and accessible solution enabling consumers to responsibly dispose of unwanted mattresses and bed bases.



Break It Yourself:

If you have the time, space, and tools, you can easily break a mattress or base yourself. Simply cut around the perimeter of the fabric covering and peel the cloth and foam away from the box springs and wooden frame. You can roll these materials into a compact bundle and put them in your regular trash can. Next, take a saw and cut up the frame you can then burn or turn it into wood chips. Take the box springs to a recycling center or sell them for scrap.

Re-Purposing:

An old mattress can be re-purposed which means putting it to another use. It requires creative imagination to come up with ideas on where to use the old mattress. In Australia, an enterprising group is taking the stuffing out of old mattresses, washing it, and then making punching bags using it as filling. Before you throw away your old mattress consider if you can find a new use for it.


With an estimated 300,000 mattresses and bases sent to landfill every year in New Zealand. That’s the equivalent of twenty-five 20-foot shipping containers filled with these units every single day the community needs to dispose of their old beds responsibly.

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131 days ago

New Men's Wallet for Sale

Betty from Mount Wellington

Men's new wallet for sale. New Fashion. An easy and safe way to carry cards, cash and coins. Multiple card slots. Zip inside. Pick up from 191 Penrose Road, Mt Wellington, Auckland between 10am to 8pm. Cash payment and street parking preferred. Thank you.😊

Price: $15

131 days ago

First of its kind fundraiser 'Buy Everything In Our House' online auction by Ellerslie School

Sarah from Mount Wellington

Hi!

I hope you are really well.

We are very excited to let you know about the first of its kind online fundraising auction that Ellerslie School is holding -

'Buy Everything In Our House'
August 12th - September 13th 2024

We would be incredibly grateful if local businesses, … View more
Hi!

I hope you are really well.

We are very excited to let you know about the first of its kind online fundraising auction that Ellerslie School is holding -

'Buy Everything In Our House'
August 12th - September 13th 2024

We would be incredibly grateful if local businesses, big & small, are able to donate a product, voucher or service voucher that we can link to one of the rooms, garage, shed or garden in our virtual house.

In return we will give you a very wide range of promotion to tens of thousands of would-be customers including schools, businesses, & sport & community groups across Ellerslie, surrounding suburbs, Auckland & NZ-wide:

- JUST CONFIRMED - digital billboard ads, generously donated by Lumo Digital

- please find attached our Sponsorship Proposal

- The Local Team from Barfoot & Thompson Ellerslie are the Event Sponsor, which adds another level of massive promotion for every business involved, via their extensive databases

- individual social promo we are making for businesses to share with their customers & followers pre & during the event, already being shared

- the already raring to go support of our over 550 families who are going to share the event with their family & friends, who will then carry this on

- planned on-line & print media coverage

We have had a fantastic response already including from:

Platinum Sponsors -
Wardrobe Direct Mt Wellington, Mitre 10 Mega Mt Wellington, Fresco Shades, Accessorise It Shutters & Blinds, Corso Interiors

Gold Sponsors -

Trade Winds, Upstart Press, Kiwi Self Storage, Rinnai

Silver Sponsors -

Bunnings, Loobie & Friends, Trade Tested

Bronze Sponsors including -

Resene, Nut Brothers, Panasonic, Harvey Furnishings, Bump To Baby & The Toy Wagon

Please:
- visit www.ellerslie.school.nz... homepage to see the businesses who are already supporting us, with this link being added to all of our promotion. Scroll down the home page & click on the two blue tabs

- watch the first of our promotional videos: vimeo.com...

Please let me know anytime if you have any questions & thank you for your consideration!

Take care,
Sarah

Buy Everything In Our House Sponsorship Proposal.pdf Download View

131 days ago

Caring For You Like Family

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experienceView more
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
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131 days ago

Grab yourself a bargain

South Auckland Ford

Check out South Auckland Motors Manukau UTE Sale. Some even below cost so grab yourself a bargain!

Every UTE sold comes with at least 3,000km RUC, One Year Rego, Fresh WOF and a Full Tank of Diesel.
Find out more

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132 days ago

WANTED: Old realestate/coreflute signs

Sara from Mount Wellington

We are in need of old signs to cut up and use in our Beehives. Happy to trade some honey in exchange!

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132 days ago

WANTED: Old coreflute/real estate signs

Sara from Mount Wellington

We are in need of old signs to cut up and use in our Beehives. Happy to trade some honey in exchange!

Free

139 days ago

For a bit of fun...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

What old products do you miss? Some products do become part of your life, whether it's just a treat you have at the cinema or your favourite breakfast spread.

Do you have a childhood memory to share? Let us know below what products you still think of fondly!

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