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When it comes to choosing an executor for your will, it's vital that you choose someone who will protect your legacy. A person you trust to fulfil your final wishes set out in your will. Scott Errington, Principal Trustee at our Timaru Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently on … View moreWhen it comes to choosing an executor for your will, it's vital that you choose someone who will protect your legacy. A person you trust to fulfil your final wishes set out in your will. Scott Errington, Principal Trustee at our Timaru Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently on the importance of an executor for your will.
Check out the article in the link below.
Calling all avid photographers! Our annual Summer Snap competition has kicked off.
We’ve teamed up with Canon for another year to give away six EOS Canon cameras, valued up to $2,699, to the most deserving amateur photographers.
Snap your summer between now and 31 January, choose one of … View moreCalling all avid photographers! Our annual Summer Snap competition has kicked off.
We’ve teamed up with Canon for another year to give away six EOS Canon cameras, valued up to $2,699, to the most deserving amateur photographers.
Snap your summer between now and 31 January, choose one of our six categories and head online to stuff.co.nz/summersnap to enter!
Our categories are:
- Great Outdoors
- People and Communities
- Kiwi Summer
- Thrill and Adventure
- Urban Life
- Bach and Backyard
Show us what your neighbourhood (and beyond) has to offer and and you could be taking your next photos with your very own Canon EOS.
And we make our own BUTTER! This week our Level 5 Diploma students spent two days prepping for and baking croissants. From shaking cream for thirty minutes to achieve a rich butter, to proving the pastry for a minimum two hours to attain the ideal puff and flake. A very technical yet rewarding few … View moreAnd we make our own BUTTER! This week our Level 5 Diploma students spent two days prepping for and baking croissants. From shaking cream for thirty minutes to achieve a rich butter, to proving the pastry for a minimum two hours to attain the ideal puff and flake. A very technical yet rewarding few days.
It’s “Bake Week” so roll-up to Red Cross Henderson to get your baking equipment to make your baking creations.
Come visit us at:
Red Cross Superstore
435 Great North Road, Henderson
(09) 8351152
To reduce the possibility of transmission within our facilities and keep our staff and customers safe:
🔴 For an interim period, all our staffed services and facilities will require the use of vaccination passes when they reopen until at least 17 January 2022.
🔴 People without vaccination … View moreTo reduce the possibility of transmission within our facilities and keep our staff and customers safe:
🔴 For an interim period, all our staffed services and facilities will require the use of vaccination passes when they reopen until at least 17 January 2022.
🔴 People without vaccination passes will still be able to access our services, but they may be delivered in a different way than before.
ℹ️ For more information and a list of facilities that do or do not require vaccination passes, click on 'Read More'.
*Comments are turned off on this post to stop the spread of misinformation.
With the confirmation that Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is moving into the COVID-19 Protection Framework 'Red' setting this Friday 3 Dec, we've put together all you need to know for your visit: bit.ly...
All of our galleries and current exhibitions, including the interactive displays … View moreWith the confirmation that Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is moving into the COVID-19 Protection Framework 'Red' setting this Friday 3 Dec, we've put together all you need to know for your visit: bit.ly...
All of our galleries and current exhibitions, including the interactive displays within them, will be open. Our cafés 1929 and Tuitui will also reopen for seated dining. 🍽️
Remember:
💛 Scan your My Vaccine Pass to enter
📱 Use the NZ COVID Tracer app
😷 Visitors 12+ must wear a mask
↔️ Keep 1m distance from other groups
Kia ora neighbours,
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a $37 million recovery fund for Auckland businesses this morning, which will include 100,000 free vouchers to visit Auckland Council facilities, attractions, and venues.
The goal is to encourage Aucklanders to "rediscover … View moreKia ora neighbours,
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a $37 million recovery fund for Auckland businesses this morning, which will include 100,000 free vouchers to visit Auckland Council facilities, attractions, and venues.
The goal is to encourage Aucklanders to "rediscover the best of local businesses and visitor attractions" by visiting places like the zoo and museums, or attend summer events organised by community and cultural groups.
What business or attraction would you spend your voucher on this summer? Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of the Western Leader.
Hi there.
Thanks team for explain in a little more detail the traffic light system. I watched Jacinda yesterday at 4 pm and didn't hear her mention or anything on the news about the Auckland border still being closed until January 17th. Where did you get this information from, I believe that … View moreHi there.
Thanks team for explain in a little more detail the traffic light system. I watched Jacinda yesterday at 4 pm and didn't hear her mention or anything on the news about the Auckland border still being closed until January 17th. Where did you get this information from, I believe that the borders will be reopened from Dec 3rd when the Traffic Light System comes into force. Would be interested to know your source. Many thanks
Since its inception in 1912, and with the support of our Charities team TG Macarthy Trust continues to help New Zealand communities by awarding grants to not-for-profit organisations. Read about what the trust is getting up to, almost 120 years after it was established.
Dear neighbours,
If you've ever struggled with this question, houseplant collector Moira West (400 indoor plants and growing!) has the answers.
Summer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.
With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three … View moreSummer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.
With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three ocean-related events. With easy to read graphs and insights for reducing your family's and a property's risk it is an essential part of your coastal awareness toolkit.
The regions which will be moving into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at Red on Friday have been announced.
Northland, Auckland, Taupō and Rotorua Lakes Districts, Kawerau, Whakatane, Ōpōtiki Districts, Gisborne District, Wairoa District, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu Districts … View moreThe regions which will be moving into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at Red on Friday have been announced.
Northland, Auckland, Taupō and Rotorua Lakes Districts, Kawerau, Whakatane, Ōpōtiki Districts, Gisborne District, Wairoa District, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu Districts will all move to Red. The rest of the North Island and all of the South Island will move into Orange. These settings will next be reviewed on 13 December.
The existing Auckland boundary will remain in place until 17 January, and no new travel restrictions will be put in place. Vaccine passes will also come into force with the traffic light system.
Find out more about the new traffic light settings by region on this interactive map.
Kia ora neighbours, the traffic lights are in sight and we'd love to know what you're most looking forward to once Aucklanders have more freedom. Maybe it's being reunited with family outside Auckland, going to the pub, or just being able to hang out inside a friend's house … View moreKia ora neighbours, the traffic lights are in sight and we'd love to know what you're most looking forward to once Aucklanders have more freedom. Maybe it's being reunited with family outside Auckland, going to the pub, or just being able to hang out inside a friend's house (and use their loo!). Comment below to share your thoughts - use NFP if you don't want it published - or email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz
Learning about wine involves international travel in your glass. Here is our tasting today for the WSET Level 3. San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino DOCG from Campania, Italy, Argyros Atlantis Assyrtiko from Santorini Island, Greece, Masi Valpolicella Classico DOC, Emiliana Adobe Carmenere, organic wine… View moreLearning about wine involves international travel in your glass. Here is our tasting today for the WSET Level 3. San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino DOCG from Campania, Italy, Argyros Atlantis Assyrtiko from Santorini Island, Greece, Masi Valpolicella Classico DOC, Emiliana Adobe Carmenere, organic wine from Colchagua Valley, Chile, Fontodi Chianti Classico DOCG, Marques de Riscal Reserva, Voyager Estate, The Modern Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaret River, Western Australia.
Our Sunday WSET Level 3 tasting started with Massolino Moscato d'Asti; Jansz Premier Cuvée from Tasmania, Piper Heidsieck NV followed by Fortified wines Tio Pepe Palamino Fino, the outstanding Del Duque Amontillado VORS 30 years also from Gonzales Byass; Cazes Rivesaltes AOC Ambré 2004; Warres Otima Tawny Port 20 years; Campbells Rutherglen Muscat and Williams & Humbert Pedro Ximenez 12 years old sweet sherry.
We then wrote formal tasting notes for the following wines in preparation of the WSET Level 3 exam on Sunday 12 December.
Franz Hirtzberger Gruner Veltliner Federspiel 2016;
Alba de Vetus Albarino, Rias Biaxas 2019;
Mullineux Swartland Syrah 2014 and
Prats & Symington Post Scriptum, Touriga Nacional blend 2018, Douro, Portugal
Fascinating and captivating wines for sure!
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