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1923 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1923 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), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), and Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), and 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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1923 days ago

More nurses being trained to give measles vaccines

Mandy Te Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, school nurses are being trained to give measles vaccinations to about 34 schools. The Government and the Ministry of Health are placing more nurses in south Auckland to provide vaccinations. NZ is battling the worst measles outbreak it has seen in decades. Sessions will be held at … View moreHi neighbours, school nurses are being trained to give measles vaccinations to about 34 schools. The Government and the Ministry of Health are placing more nurses in south Auckland to provide vaccinations. NZ is battling the worst measles outbreak it has seen in decades. Sessions will be held at Clendon Mall, Free Church of Tonga and Manukau Superclinic this Saturday. Read the story to learn more.

Please add NP if you do not wish for your comment to be in print.

1926 days ago

Do you still use the phone book?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours. Data released by Yellow shows although Auckland has the highest opt-out rate since 2014, it still has the greatest volume of print search out of the entire country. Do you still use the phone book? What do you use it for? Did you realise you could opt-out of receiving the book in … View moreHi neighbours. Data released by Yellow shows although Auckland has the highest opt-out rate since 2014, it still has the greatest volume of print search out of the entire country. Do you still use the phone book? What do you use it for? Did you realise you could opt-out of receiving the book in your letterbox? Put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

1924 days ago

Bus drivers caught breaking the law, using phones at the wheel

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, Bus drivers have been caught regularly using phones at the wheel after eye-monitoring cameras were installed on Auckland buses. One driver was also repeatedly snapped reading a book and others are alleged to have tampered with the cameras.
Have you seen bus drivers behaving badly or… View more
Hi neighbours, Bus drivers have been caught regularly using phones at the wheel after eye-monitoring cameras were installed on Auckland buses. One driver was also repeatedly snapped reading a book and others are alleged to have tampered with the cameras.
Have you seen bus drivers behaving badly or breaking the road rules? Share your experiences below or email brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz. Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment used in print. www.stuff.co.nz...

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1924 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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1924 days ago

Measles outbreak - unvaccinated students told to stay home

Neighbourly.co.nz

Students who are not vaccinated against measles have been told to stay home from Manurewa High School.

The school has 13 cases to date, and those who are not immunised are asked to not return to school until September 2.

"You must contact attendance as per normal to inform us that you … View more
Students who are not vaccinated against measles have been told to stay home from Manurewa High School.

The school has 13 cases to date, and those who are not immunised are asked to not return to school until September 2.

"You must contact attendance as per normal to inform us that you are not coming in, reason being you are 'not immunised'." If a student is immunised, they must bring proof, such as a Plunket book or medical records.

For more information, phone Healthline on 0800 611 116 or visit the ARPHS or Ministry of Health websites.

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1924 days ago

*WIN* tickets to Jimmy Barnes!

Brent Eccles Entertainment

Legendary rocker Jimmy Barnes is bringing his Shutting Down Your Town Tour to Spark Arena on 28 September.

The tour is in support of his latest album My Criminal Record - his first album in 10 years. His one-night Auckland concert will feature Cold Chisel anthems including solo classics like … View more
Legendary rocker Jimmy Barnes is bringing his Shutting Down Your Town Tour to Spark Arena on 28 September.

The tour is in support of his latest album My Criminal Record - his first album in 10 years. His one-night Auckland concert will feature Cold Chisel anthems including solo classics like 'Working Class Man' and 'Ain't No Second Prize' plus his current radio hit, 'Shutting Down Our Town'.

His latest album is a follow up of sorts to two unflinching memoirs Working Class Boy (2016) and Working Class Man (2017).

Tickets for the Auckland show can be purchased from Ticketmaster.

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Want to WIN tickets? Ten lucky Neighbourly members will win a double pass to Jimmy Barnes' Auckland concert. To get in the draw simply like or thank this post! Winners contacted on Monday 9 September 2019.
Get tickets now

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1930 days ago

Cheese Soufflé Recipe

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Celia Hay's soufflés served hot from the oven are as impressive as they are comforting.

Ingredients
1 knob Butter, melted, for greasing
¼ cup Breadcrumbs
4 Eggs, at room temperature, separated
290 ml Milk
40 g Butter
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Celia Hay's soufflés served hot from the oven are as impressive as they are comforting.

Ingredients
1 knob Butter, melted, for greasing
¼ cup Breadcrumbs
4 Eggs, at room temperature, separated
290 ml Milk
40 g Butter
30 g Flour
1 tsp Dried mustard
1 pinch Cayenne pepper
85 g Cheddar cheese, grated

Directions
1. Heat the oven to 200C. Place a baking sheet on the shelf in the top third of the oven.
2. Brush ramekins or souffle dishes with the melted butter.Coat lightly with breadcrumbs by tilting the ramekins so the breadcrumbs stick to the butter. Tip out any breadcrumbs that do not stick.
3. Separate the eggs. Be sure to get no yolk in the egg whites. Put the whites in a bowl, ready to whisk.
4. Warm the milk in a pot or microwave.
5. Melt the butter in a saucepan, stir in the flour and cook for 45 seconds.
6. Gradually add the warmed milk, stirring until smooth. Remove from the heat, add the mustard, cayenne pepper, grated cheese and stir in the egg yolks. Taste the mixture — it should have good flavour. Season with salt and pepper if required.
7. Whisk the egg whites until just stiff and mix a spoonful into the cheese mixture to loosen it. Fold in the remainder of the whites with a metal spoon or spatula. Spoon the mixture into the ramekins so they are twothirds full.
8. With the back of a spoon or your fingertip make a one centimetre rim around edge of the souffle mixture. This gives a “top hat’’ appearance to the cooked souffle.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes until well risen and golden brown. Avoid opening the door until the last minutes of cooking time. To check if the souffle is cooked, wobble the ramekin gently. If it is very wobbly, cook for a little longer

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1925 days ago

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