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95 days ago

Lounge Suite Sale

Dave from FURNITURE CLEARANCE CENTRE

Massive RED HOT SPECIALS ON NOW - We have slashed the prices on selected lounge suites and sofas

Unheard of reductions from now on until stock sells

Head to Furniture Clearance Centres at Pukekohe Traders and Takanini Traders - BE QUICK
33 Nelson St Pukekohe and 211 Great South Rd Takanini

100 days ago

Poll: What does 'Kei te pēhea koe' mean?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Maori Language Week) is upon us and we always love to get involved.

Add your vote to the poll and share a phrase in te Reo Māori below to be in to win a $25 Prezzy card.

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What does 'Kei te pēhea koe' mean?
  • 4.4% You are finally here
    4.4% Complete
  • 86.7% How are you (feeling)?
    86.7% Complete
  • 1.6% There are two fish
    1.6% Complete
  • 7.2% Pass the salt, please
    7.2% Complete
1952 votes
95 days ago

It’s time to get to know your neighbours!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you introduced yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page?

Join our Know Thy Neighbour campaign by introducing yourself and sharing what makes you unique. Do you have a hobby you're passionate about? A favourite spot in your suburb? Or just looking to connect with friendly faces nearby? … View more
Have you introduced yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page?

Join our Know Thy Neighbour campaign by introducing yourself and sharing what makes you unique. Do you have a hobby you're passionate about? A favourite spot in your suburb? Or just looking to connect with friendly faces nearby? 😊

Let’s build stronger connections in our community, one introduction at a time. 🏡

👉 Post about yourself today and meet neighbours with shared interests. Head here.

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96 days ago

Plan lays out future for Clevedon Village

The Team from Auckland Council

Exciting news for Clevedon! 🎉 The proposed Clevedon Village concept plan has just been approved, bringing big changes to the community hall, nearby spaces, Clevedon District Centre site, and the Village Reserve!

97 days ago

Prime Minister delivering apology

Abuse Enquiry

On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops … View more
On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops Event Centre in Auckland, Shed 6 in Wellington or the Christchurch Town Hall.

Contact the Crown Response Unit today:
Phone: 0800 717 017 (8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday)
Email: contact@abuseinquiryresponse.govt.nz
Registration closes 4.30pm Monday 30 September.

Accommodation, travel and food costs will be covered. Travel assistance will be provided in forms of air travel, petrol vouchers, gift cards, and train, and bus tickets.
Find out more

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97 days ago

Gerda Takes On Te Reo Maori!

Possum Bourne Retirement Village

This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over … View more
This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over the last couple of years, Gerda, a resident at Diana Isaac Village in Christchurch, has grown her Māori vocabulary by attending the virtual monthly te reo Māori classes offered to Ryman residents. This group learning environment is run by Anita Gill from Te Puna Reo Māori, a Māori online learning provider.

Click read more for the full story.

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104 days ago

Poll: Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments … View more
Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments below if this has ever happened to you.

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Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?
  • 53.5% Yes!
    53.5% Complete
  • 44% Nah, it's okay
    44% Complete
  • 2.5% Other - I'll share below!
    2.5% Complete
3053 votes
97 days ago

Be vigilant with mail

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients … View more
Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients address, but not include the sender's information or be from a known retailer. When the recipient opens the package to see what it is and possibly who sent it, there is a QR code to scan to find out who sent the gift.

The QR code allows the offenders to then access any and all data on your phone or device you used to scan the code, including financial information such as your bank account login details, and personal data.

Police are urging anyone who receives one of these gifts not to scan the QR code, the gift can either be kept or discarded, but do not scan the QR code.
Please report information to Police online at www.police.govt.nz... or call Police on 105.

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98 days ago

Belvedere Apartments at The Hill.

Fletcher Living

The Hill is a new community nestled between Remuera and Ellerslie. Where local village life combines with vibrant urban living. A private haven and a connected location. The best of both worlds.

Rising from its elevated position, revealing breathtaking vistas of the Auckland isthmus, Belvedere … View more
The Hill is a new community nestled between Remuera and Ellerslie. Where local village life combines with vibrant urban living. A private haven and a connected location. The best of both worlds.

Rising from its elevated position, revealing breathtaking vistas of the Auckland isthmus, Belvedere at The Hill offers the first opportunity to be part of it.

Elegant architecture with well-appointed spaces by Warren and Mahoney, Belvedere apartments are designed as paragons of high-end living. Generous one, two and three bedroom apartments are selling now.

Visit our Experience Centre
Open 10am - 4pm
7 days a week
99 Ladies Mile, Remuera
Find out more

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99 days ago

Stay sun-safe and well-read this spring

Sunday Star Times

Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural … View more
Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural SPF50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen worth over $60.

Don't miss out on this unbeatable offer—subscribe today! *Print T&Cs apply.
Subscribe now

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101 days ago

Dinosaur garden

Resene

Create your very own mini Jurassic Park with this easy-to-make potted dinosaur garden. Rejuvenate old dinosaur toys that have faded with Resene testpots to help them keep looking good in the harsh sunlight.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Find out more

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101 days ago

Dining Table Clearance

Dave from FURNITURE CLEARANCE CENTRE

**MASSIVE DINING TABLE CLEARANCE SALE
👍🏃👍🏃👍🏃👍🏃
WE HAVE OVER 30 NEW DINING TABLES WE HAVE TO CLEAR 👍🏃🏃🏃🏃

SOME ARE REDUCED BY UP TO $1500 OF THE RETAIL VALUE ☔⛱😌🏃👍👍👍
A FEW ARE EXCLUSIVE TO LARGE RETAIL CHAIN STORES AND WE HAVE THEM FOR A… View more
**MASSIVE DINING TABLE CLEARANCE SALE
👍🏃👍🏃👍🏃👍🏃
WE HAVE OVER 30 NEW DINING TABLES WE HAVE TO CLEAR 👍🏃🏃🏃🏃

SOME ARE REDUCED BY UP TO $1500 OF THE RETAIL VALUE ☔⛱😌🏃👍👍👍
A FEW ARE EXCLUSIVE TO LARGE RETAIL CHAIN STORES AND WE HAVE THEM FOR A FRACTION OF THE RETAIL PRICE 😁😁😁😁😁😁
MARBLE, TIMBER. LARGE, SMALL - WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION 👍👍👍👍😌🏃👍
IT'S NEVER BEEN A BETTER $$$$$ TIME TO UPGRADE YOUR DINING TABLE 😎😎👍🏃😌😌🏃😌

FURNITURE CLEARANCE CENTRES - PUKEKOHE AND TAKANINI TRADERS
33 NELSON ST PUKEKOHE AND 211 GREAT SOUTH RD TAKANINI - OPEN ALL WEEKEND**

106 days ago

Q&A: Ask a question about...Online Safety

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. … View more
Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. Jandy says: 'I'm passionate about online safety because I strongly oppose bullying and want to support those affected by it.'

Jandy is passionate about protecting vulnerable communities and is promoting online safety to ensure no one falls prey to online scams. She can answer your questions about any type of online scams, and also about online harm such as online bullying.

↓ Ask your question below now and she'll be online on Wednesday, 11th September to reply to you ↓

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102 days ago

Chamber Music New Zealand Presents Dutch Reed Quintet Calefax

Chamber Music New Zealand

"Five extremely gifted Dutch gents who almost made the reed quintet seem the best musical format on the planet.” (The Times)

Acclaimed for virtuosic playing, brilliant arrangements, and innovative stage presentation, Calefax is a classical ensemble with a pop mentality.

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"Five extremely gifted Dutch gents who almost made the reed quintet seem the best musical format on the planet.” (The Times)

Acclaimed for virtuosic playing, brilliant arrangements, and innovative stage presentation, Calefax is a classical ensemble with a pop mentality.

The programme features a blend of classical compositions that will transport you through time and across cultures. From the intricate harmonies of Bach’s Baroque masterpiece to Schubert’s Romantic lyricism, and the jazzy rhythms of Gershwin’s iconic ‘An American in Paris’. Calefax, hailing from the Netherlands, are thrilled to be performing the world premiere of a newly CMNZ-commissioned work from award-winning New Zealand composer Rosie Langabeer.

Don't miss Calefax in Auckland: Tuesday 17 September - 7.30pm
.........Photography: Merlijn Doomernik
Book now

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111 days ago

Poll: Have you ever had a scary flight?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A plane flying from Christchurch to Wellington on Sunday had smoke billowing out of the engine and upon landing, passengers had to open the emergency exit and jump out. Have you had any scary flying experiences?

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Have you ever had a scary flight?
  • 53.3% Yes!
    53.3% Complete
  • 46.7% No, it's always been smooth flying
    46.7% Complete
1027 votes
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