Totara Vale, Auckland

1383 days ago
1383 days ago

Do you know what to do in the garden this weekend?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our ezine Get Growing has all the info you need. This week, we say reap the rewards of growing your own cherries. Cover tomatoes to beat the birds, protect crops from windy weather, label seedheads for saving, move potted crops into partial shade, and plump up garlic, onions and shallots.
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Our ezine Get Growing has all the info you need. This week, we say reap the rewards of growing your own cherries. Cover tomatoes to beat the birds, protect crops from windy weather, label seedheads for saving, move potted crops into partial shade, and plump up garlic, onions and shallots.
Turn pine cones into a summery wreath; take a look at Yates new book Top Edible Plants for Pots (and how not to kill them); plus go in the draw to win Kent & Stowe hand tools from Tui and a 2021 NZ Gardener Garden Diary.

Subscribe now for more great tips and prizes!

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1384 days ago

A snowy glow

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Add a gentle warmth to your Christmas decorations with painted candle holders made from jars and your favourite Resene testpot colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Australian Women's Weekly and Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1384 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1384 days ago

Change a life this Christmas!

World Vision

Don't just give the same old thing this year.

Give a World Vision Smiles gift guaranteed to change lives!

When you gift a goat or help a girl get an education in honour of your friends or family, you can change the world for kids and families in great need.

No other gift can compare… View more
Don't just give the same old thing this year.

Give a World Vision Smiles gift guaranteed to change lives!

When you gift a goat or help a girl get an education in honour of your friends or family, you can change the world for kids and families in great need.

No other gift can compare to a pathway out of poverty. A goat will give a family nutritious milk and extra income! Make every gift count this Christmas.

Each gift comes with a card explaining your extraordinary impact. No wrapping – win!
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1384 days ago

Share to watch Netflix / Hulu / prime video

Luis from Campbells Bay

let us share the cost to watch Netflix / Hulu / prime video

Price: $20

1384 days ago

Tomato Plants for Sale

Al from Mairangi Bay

Merry Christmas,

I have for sale numerous Tomato plants.

These were grown from Seeds obtained from last years crops.

There are Cherry Tomatoes, Pear Drop Tomatoes, and normal Red Tomatoes.

Alas, I neglected to note which envelope I put the seeds into last year, for that reason, no particular … View more
Merry Christmas,

I have for sale numerous Tomato plants.

These were grown from Seeds obtained from last years crops.

There are Cherry Tomatoes, Pear Drop Tomatoes, and normal Red Tomatoes.

Alas, I neglected to note which envelope I put the seeds into last year, for that reason, no particular type can be provided.

Regardless, I am certain you will be absolutely delighted when you consume some in early 2021!

As these all came up in a group, no specific variety can be given!

Regardless, I am certain all of them will be delectable when consumed!

Prices are $2 each, or $10 for 6.

My phone number is 478 9078 or 027 723 0975

Cheers

Al

Negotiable

1384 days ago

Neighbours Day 2021

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Neighbours Day Aotearoa on March 20th-30th 2021 has even more ways you can get involved this year! Our theme for 2021 is 'The Great Plant Swap' and if you are one of the first 200 to register with us, we will send you a packet of seeds to get you started!

If you love your annual BBQ, … View more
Neighbours Day Aotearoa on March 20th-30th 2021 has even more ways you can get involved this year! Our theme for 2021 is 'The Great Plant Swap' and if you are one of the first 200 to register with us, we will send you a packet of seeds to get you started!

If you love your annual BBQ, street party or the like - that is awesome! Get in early with your registration and tell us about the event you're planning and we'll send you seeds too! (We are good like that!)

We are also encouraging people to write something about their neighbours, communities and/or acts of neighbourliness with Notes for neighbours - poems, reflections or any sort of note! We will share these on our Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be chosen to be made into posters to share across the country.

Check out our website and register your event, big or small today!

www.neighboursday.org.nz...

1385 days ago

Luncheon Group - Today 12pm with the Glenfield Entertainers

Joanne Wyman-Macer from Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church

Come and join us Today Mairangi Presbyterian Church Hall.
Bring a plate of food to share & enjoy entertainment by the GLENFIELD ENTERTAINERS. Christmas raffles & trade table operating
Gold coin donation at the door.

Are you or your parents lonely? Do you know of anyone looking for … View more
Come and join us Today Mairangi Presbyterian Church Hall.
Bring a plate of food to share & enjoy entertainment by the GLENFIELD ENTERTAINERS. Christmas raffles & trade table operating
Gold coin donation at the door.

Are you or your parents lonely? Do you know of anyone looking for friendship and fellowship with entertainment once a month?
If so, we have a lunch group where you bring your own lunch, listen to entertainers and we provide you tea or coffee.
It is open to all on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church Hall 12noon – 2pm.
There is a trading table that operates selling surplus vegetables, fruit, jams, home cooking, books and nick knacks.
This is then followed by an hour of quality entertainment from 1pm – 2pm. Different entertainers are booked each month.
Restarting next year in February

1385 days ago

JOINING IN THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

Joanne Wyman-Macer from Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church

The annual packing of treats donated by members of the Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church took place on 6 December.
Representatives from the three recipient groups within Presbyterian Support Northern: (Family Start; SHINE and Youth Workers in Secondary Schools) joined in. They each gave a summary … View more
The annual packing of treats donated by members of the Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church took place on 6 December.
Representatives from the three recipient groups within Presbyterian Support Northern: (Family Start; SHINE and Youth Workers in Secondary Schools) joined in. They each gave a summary of the work they do and how much these gift boxes are appreciated. They have the responsibility of making sure that these boxes get to the families and people who are in need of some cheer.

This year a new record of 82 boxes was achieved as well as 3 bins of donated products that wouldn’t fit in the boxes.

Photos show the hall at the start of the wrapping service as well as a close up of wrapping in progress. It was a joyous occasion.

1385 days ago

Experience the Ryman Care Difference

It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’… View more
It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’ guide paints a picture of the care, kindness and comfort that our residents experience every day. It offers a comprehensive guide to rest home, hospital and specialist dementia care, as well as our serviced apartment options. So, for the inside knowledge into what makes a Ryman care centre different, check out our guide.
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1386 days ago

Looking for your next group outing?

Round The Bays

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your … View more
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your Hospitality Package so you’re booked for a fantastic day out!

#RTB2021
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1386 days ago

Outstanding value in a central location

Safari Group

With record low interest rates, there's never been a better time to invest in property.

Ellerslie is fast becoming one of the city's most popular suburbs, and Safari Group's The Residences at Central Park is an exciting development comprising a range of studio, one, and … View more
With record low interest rates, there's never been a better time to invest in property.

Ellerslie is fast becoming one of the city's most popular suburbs, and Safari Group's The Residences at Central Park is an exciting development comprising a range of studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments at a surprisingly attractive price point.

As a successful and well-respected investor-focused company, that has been bringing similar properties to market for 25 years, Safari Group manages the whole process, from design and construction, through to marketing, sales and even management.

Their broad experience and attention to detail means that potential buyers are assured of a quality investment, which will deliver excellent returns, for those looking for cash flow positive investments

Solidly constructed, with concrete reinforced piles, the concrete and steel exterior is elegantly clad with pre-finished aluminium curtain wall, ensuring comfortable assimilation into the built environment.
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1393 days ago

Your favourite ever summer holiday

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View more
Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.

1389 days ago

Parcel thefts in Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Hi Auckland neighbours,

Have you been the victim of parcel theft?

If so, what happened? When and where?

Which items went missing? What was their value?
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Hi Auckland neighbours,

Have you been the victim of parcel theft?

If so, what happened? When and where?

Which items went missing? What was their value?

How do you feel about the theft?

Have you had compensation for your missing items?

* Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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