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1485 days ago

A Bloke’s Day Out

Why not treat yourself to a bloke’s day out for a grooming WOF? Just be wary of the barbershop – between the bay rum oil, hot towels, banter, and leather chairs, you won’t want to leave!

Bevis, a resident at Ryman’s Anthony Wilding Village, recently received a gentleman’s makeover. The… View more
Why not treat yourself to a bloke’s day out for a grooming WOF? Just be wary of the barbershop – between the bay rum oil, hot towels, banter, and leather chairs, you won’t want to leave!

Bevis, a resident at Ryman’s Anthony Wilding Village, recently received a gentleman’s makeover. The day began at the barbershop where Bevis and his barber Kohl shared plenty of laughs. Next up, a personal stylist helped Bevis select clothes he looked and felt great in. Being pampered isn’t the norm for Bevis but based on his smile, we’re confident he loved every minute.
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1485 days ago

Old yet sturdy wooden cabinet with adjustable magnetic space divider. Plywood is coming off at edges

Priyanka from One Tree Hill

Old yet sturdy cabinet with adjustable magnetic space divider. Plywood is coming off at edges

Negotiable

1485 days ago

Need window repairs?

Philip from Exceed we fix windows & doors

It’s starting to get a lot warmer and you may be starting to open your windows again but then notice they are a bit stiff, or the handle is a bit loose...
Window hinges do not like being left unused and can seize up and handles can break. If you have windows that are stiff to open or close or … View more
It’s starting to get a lot warmer and you may be starting to open your windows again but then notice they are a bit stiff, or the handle is a bit loose...
Window hinges do not like being left unused and can seize up and handles can break. If you have windows that are stiff to open or close or leave big old draught gaps, give us a call. Hinges can easily be replaced without worrying about the cost of replacing the whole window.

Call us on 0800 25 25 25 and let Exceed experts help you with any issues with your windows & doors!

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1486 days ago

Hillsborough dad urges people to dig deep

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

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 more
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 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...

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1485 days ago

Looking for spring planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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 more
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 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:

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1485 days ago

Experience Tiny Ruins and Lawrence Arabia LIVE at the Museum

The Team from Auckland 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! 🎫

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1485 days ago

Paint an vintage sideboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Onehunga

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 more
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 your furniture

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1486 days ago

Festival of Doll Art - 30th and 31st October

Auckland Dollmakers and Collectors

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 more
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 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.
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1489 days ago

Paying to drive on Auckland's roads - the debate is coming

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

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.

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1486 days ago

First Rung, episode 2, is here!

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

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 more
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 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!

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1487 days ago

Photos

Mubashir Neighbourly Lead from Mount Roskill

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1487 days ago

Tyre size 17 or 18

Lavinia from Mount Roskill

Hello neighbors, anyone have a tyre size 17 or 18 to throw it away. Please let me know i can use for my van thanks.

1487 days ago

Tiny house ticks all the boxes for young couple

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

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.

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1487 days ago

CUSTOM Corporate Orders!

Sophie from Celebration Box

The silly season is Fast Approaching, so get in quick to place your 'Custom Corporate Orders'.

With a multitude of creative custom options we can tailor make a box that's specific to your brand. Including colour theme, logo and branding, unique products and merchandise ... the … View more
The silly season is Fast Approaching, so get in quick to place your 'Custom Corporate Orders'.

With a multitude of creative custom options we can tailor make a box that's specific to your brand. Including colour theme, logo and branding, unique products and merchandise ... the options are endless!

We have previously work with BMW, Mini Cooper, Z Energy, OPSM, Hallenstein Brothers, Jetstar and Green Cross Health.

Get in contact with our team today to order your personalised Celebration Boxes today!
info@celebrationbox.co.nz
www.celebrationbox.co.nz...

1487 days ago

Recap: Get answers to your DIY and decorating dilemmas

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

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 more
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 sorry if we didn't get to yours. If you submitted a question and missed the chat, checkout the recap, here.

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