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In the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.
"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says … View moreIn the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.
"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says Nash, "and then meat sometimes a good month past its date. It didn't smell bad. Rinse it off, good to go."
It was all part of his year-long experiment to test the limits on food that had passed its expiration date.
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Renowned as one of the world’s leading beer festivals, GABS (the Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular) brings together the best breweries from New Zealand and Australia for a whirlwind celebration of craft beer and cider, accompanied by some of the city’s favourite food trucks, all-day … View moreRenowned as one of the world’s leading beer festivals, GABS (the Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular) brings together the best breweries from New Zealand and Australia for a whirlwind celebration of craft beer and cider, accompanied by some of the city’s favourite food trucks, all-day entertainment and all-around shenanigans.
Donuts, tea, gin, agave, chipotle chillies, rum-soaked muscatel grapes, Black Forest cake, prunes and even edible ants. These are just some of the more exotic ingredients found amongst the many ‘Festival Beers & Ciders’ brewed especially for the 2019 edition of GABS Beer, Cider & Food Festival presented by Liquorland and taking place at Auckland’s ASB Showgrounds on 29 June.
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Competition period: Wednesday 19th June to Sunday 23rd June 2019. Ten (10) prizes available. Each prize consists of one double pass to experience the GABS Festival in Auckland. The winners will be contacted via email and/or phone on Monday 24th June 2019.
GABS Beer, Cider & Food Festival presented by Liquorland is proudly supported by Ariston, Auckland Major Events, Kegstar and Little Creatures.
We've picked out some of the highlights coming up in Matariki Festival 2019.
“Drummers are the heartbeat of the band. You give your all for your band mates and there’s no greater feeling than coming off stage and one them saying: dude those drums were tight!” - JP, MEC drum teacher
. Looking for a way to get those kids off of the play station? Come down and try a drum… View more“Drummers are the heartbeat of the band. You give your all for your band mates and there’s no greater feeling than coming off stage and one them saying: dude those drums were tight!” - JP, MEC drum teacher
. Looking for a way to get those kids off of the play station? Come down and try a drum lesson!
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday 21 June 2019.
Closures affect Northern Motorway (SH1),… View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday 21 June 2019.
Closures affect Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Highway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20), Puhinui Road (SH20B),
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Solving a Rubik's Cube over a whole day is a challenge beyond most of us - but for one Auckland teenager seven seconds is all the time he needs to align those tricky coloured tiles.
Thirteen-year-old Simon Geertsema has become so quick at solving the classic puzzle, he has earned the … View moreSolving a Rubik's Cube over a whole day is a challenge beyond most of us - but for one Auckland teenager seven seconds is all the time he needs to align those tricky coloured tiles.
Thirteen-year-old Simon Geertsema has become so quick at solving the classic puzzle, he has earned the right to represent New Zealand at the World Rubik's Cube Championships in Melbourne next month.
Wish him luck!
Solving a Rubik's Cube over a whole day is a challenge beyond most of us - but for one Auckland teen…
Across Aotearoa we have amazing tamariki and rangatahi who come through our programmes and experience inspiring transformation journeys.
Paris from the Bay of Plenty recently caught up with Sun Live to discuss her journey and the positive impact that Project K has had on her life.
Kei runga noa … View moreAcross Aotearoa we have amazing tamariki and rangatahi who come through our programmes and experience inspiring transformation journeys.
Paris from the Bay of Plenty recently caught up with Sun Live to discuss her journey and the positive impact that Project K has had on her life.
Kei runga noa atu koe Paris! Thank you for inspiring us and leading the way for other rangatahi across the country!
Learn more about Paris' story here: bit.ly...
Almost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.
Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.
It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More … View moreAlmost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.
Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.
It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More than half the parents said they would loan money interest-free and only 38 per cent would expect it to be paid back.
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Madison Park Homes are building 6 new homes in stage 1 at Milldale including a stunning new show home. Prices start from $881,924. A 160 square metre design with 3 bedroom, 2 living, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage and outdoor flow to an entertainment courtyard.
All homes built by Madison Park can be … View moreMadison Park Homes are building 6 new homes in stage 1 at Milldale including a stunning new show home. Prices start from $881,924. A 160 square metre design with 3 bedroom, 2 living, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage and outdoor flow to an entertainment courtyard.
All homes built by Madison Park can be purchased with ’Never Ordinary’ upgrade options including high 2.72m ceilings, 2.4m doors, cedar weatherboard facades, Caesar stone bench tops, luxurious carpet options, low-level lighting and more.
To view, the Milldale sites call us on 0800 696 234. Ask for more information about our FREE SPA POOL OFFER for selected upgrades. (Offer does not apply to Milldale special promotional pricing).
To see the Madison Park Home build standards be sure to visit the show home at 126 Colonial Drive, Millwater.
More information at www.madisonparkhomes.co.nz
Hi neighbours. Our bad recycling habits have seen 32,300 tonnes of rubbish find its way into recycling bins. This then had to be diverted to landfill, costing us half a million dollars over the last two financial years. How are you at recycling? What rubbish items have you mistakenly thrown in the … View moreHi neighbours. Our bad recycling habits have seen 32,300 tonnes of rubbish find its way into recycling bins. This then had to be diverted to landfill, costing us half a million dollars over the last two financial years. How are you at recycling? What rubbish items have you mistakenly thrown in the recycling bin?
Plans for a new enrolment zone at an Auckland primary school has prompted a nearly-500-strong petiti…
Good condition Xperia Z1. Screen doesn’t respond. No scratches or marks. Either need reset through sony app on pc or turn off NFC with the help of same app to make screen work again. Pickup Bayview.
Good condition Samsung microwave 28l 1000w with ceramic enamel finish inside. Turntable plate doesnt spin but still heat food. Googled to find solution and seems bit easy for the person who knows how to, It could be rubber ring which connects to motor and makes plate turn. I dont have time to fix. … View moreGood condition Samsung microwave 28l 1000w with ceramic enamel finish inside. Turntable plate doesnt spin but still heat food. Googled to find solution and seems bit easy for the person who knows how to, It could be rubber ring which connects to motor and makes plate turn. I dont have time to fix. Pickup Bayview. Call or txt on 02102501670.
It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.
Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great … View moreIt's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.
Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great place to start! Find more information here: www.volunteeringnz.org.nz....
Join us this National Volunteer Week to stand together in our differences and choose to connect! Take part in NVW by downloading NVW resources here: nationalvolunteerweek.nz....
National Volunteer Week 2019 runs from June 16-22.
#NVW2019 #WHIRIATETANGATA
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