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Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.
So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport … View moreTransport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.
So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport such as biking, scooting and walking when making trips under two kilometres.
That's why we've launched the ShopPack - a New Zealand-first backpack-style reusable shopping bag to let you keep your hands free on the move.
"It always seems impossible until it's done" - Nelson Mandela. So believe in your dreams and make them happen.
Come and have a fun game of golf at Waiuku Golf & Squash Club on Easter Monday - but register by NEXT Wednesday, March 31st.😊
Curious to learn more about what is growing around you?
Join Riki Bennett on our Urban Forage to discover edible plants and trees while taking a nature walk followed by a discovery session on edible plants & shrubs and a delicious gourmet luncheon.
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Saturday, 8 May from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Small businesses need our support. We are proud to be celebrating our 10 regional 2021 Prospa Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by … View moreSmall businesses need our support. We are proud to be celebrating our 10 regional 2021 Prospa Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by Neighbourly members around the country!
This lucky business will walk away with $10,000 worth of prizes!
Please take a couple of minutes to read the nominations below - then vote for the business you'd like to see named 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero.
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NORTHLAND: Wayne and Kate - Engraving Systems
"Wayne and Kate have been trying to support all the local sports clubs and businesses with great service and going that extra mile to help. They really have brought some life back into the community and should be acknowledged and rewarded for all the hard work."
AUCKLAND: Lynnae Palu - F45 Training Takapuna
"With no ability to trade in Level 3 or above, they still keep their members engaged and motivated with online workouts and daily challenges even though memberships are on hold and the gym is closed. They really are more like a family than a gym ❤️."
WAIKATO: Team at Incredible India - Incredible India Restaurant
"Not only do they make the most authentic, delicious Indian food. Their service is thoughtful and kind. We always feel appreciated for using their establishment, either by the warm greeting we get, the offer of a drink if we are waiting for take-out and their cute handwritten messages on the carry bag of dinner. They put the effort into the whole package not just making money."
BAY OF PLENTY: Team at Benny and Brew - Benny and Brew
"Our neighbourhood was missing a great cafe and meeting place. Since Benny and Brew have opened they have given our neighbourhood a massive lift. It's a place where you go for the people and the food and drink are delicious which is icing on the cake. For a bit, they were operating as a French bistro and the food was to die for! These guys have worked so hard and brought such joy to our neighbourhood"
HAWKE’S BAY - GISBORNE: Jazz and his family - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store
"Every member of this family who serves in the shop are very friendly, helpful and always smiling. They get to know all their customers and I have never walked into a shop that makes you feel so welcome. During our first lockdown for Covid, they put food such as milk, bread, out for people who may need it free of charge."
TARANAKI: Reece and family - Valentine's Valet
"Reece the owner of Valentine’s Valet, often helped by his Dad, mainly deals with lawns and gardens but he runs both a Carpet Cleaning and a Car Buffing business also. He is extremely hard-working, helpful and friendly and is happy to do the odd job that doesn’t fall into one of his usual categories. He comes to us fortnightly and we could not do without him. If anyone deserves an award it is — Reece Valentine!"
MANAWATU-WANGANUI: Jamie - JD Hair Design
"Jamie is amazing - not only does he offer incredible haircuts at an affordable price he is a genuinely caring man. With a heart of gold, everyone is whānau to him and he treats you like it. I always leave his salon looking fabulous but also feeling fabulous. He is the type of man that fills your inner well of good feelings while he makes you feel and look special."
WELLINGTON: Meredith and Craig - Avalon Service Centre
"Meredith and Craig Butland and their team do a wonderful job and go the extra mile to make sure every job is to the customer's satisfaction. They drop people at their workplaces and pick them up when work on the car is finished. They take the time to talk to customers about anything and are great neighbours to the local residents. Avalon Service Centre are definitely our local heroes in Avalon."
NELSON - MARLBOROUGH: Mary Jane and Colin - Lemon Tree Lane
"Lemon Tree Lane is a great big little gift shop. I am so grateful for Mary Jane and Colin's 'You are very welcome' and 'it's no trouble at all' attitude. Their prices are very reasonable, they always happily gift wrap with beautiful papers and ribbons as a part of their service. I truly can't speak highly enough of this community-minded couple and their classy, extensive range of items that never leave us disappointed."
CANTERBURY - WEST: Troy Cameron - ATC Accounting Services
"Troy Cameron is a local accountant. He is an awesome family man and it is not unusual to see Matilda, his Kune Kune pig, snuggled up with his dog and daughter in his lounge. It was the flying pig on his flyer that made me call him 2 years ago and as we had just gone into business which was scary in itself, let alone dealing with an accountant, we have never looked back. Troy goes the extra mile and his fees are more than reasonable"
OTAGO - SOUTHLAND: Richard Smith - CJ Sinclair
"The owner is Richard Smith whose family have been in the motor trade in the Ranfurly Naseby area for over 100 years. During the last years lock down our car broke down leaving us feeling quite uncomfortable as we live some distance from medical & other services. Richard came to our rescue. We need such companies and people in our rural areas. Richard demonstrates such excellent attributes required in our area."
Discover everything you know and love about New World at your new local Ormiston supermarket.
Open 7 days, 7am – 10pm.
Located within the new Ormiston Town Centre, 240 Ormiston Road.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Perfect your kneading and bread-making techniques with the support of our chef in this one day weekend course. Making your own bread from scratch is a wonderful skill to have, and you'll gain recipes and techniques you can use again and again.
At the end of the day you will come away with a … View morePerfect your kneading and bread-making techniques with the support of our chef in this one day weekend course. Making your own bread from scratch is a wonderful skill to have, and you'll gain recipes and techniques you can use again and again.
At the end of the day you will come away with a large amount of fresh delicious bread to take home and enjoy sharing.
You'll learn about working with different types of yeast, recognise and understand the important stages in bread making, and specialist techniques such as working with a starter and different loaf shapes.
RECIPES INCLUDED IN THIS COURSE:
- Basic bread dough
- Plaited white bread
- Sourdough
- Ciabatta
- Farmers Bread
Hi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to … View moreHi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to turn yellow or an infestation of bugs to set in.
We put some of your houseplant questions to the plant doctors from Kings Plant Barn to diagnose. Find their answers here.
There is something special about a place that's made just for you. A place like Ormiston Town Centre.
Designed for community and convenience, relaxing and getting stuff done, entertainment and easy living.
We are now open and we want to celebrate with you.
Join us for:
• Acitvities… View moreThere is something special about a place that's made just for you. A place like Ormiston Town Centre.
Designed for community and convenience, relaxing and getting stuff done, entertainment and easy living.
We are now open and we want to celebrate with you.
Join us for:
• Acitvities
• Games
• Live Music
• Giveaways
• Performing Arts
• Store Offers
Check out our website www.ormistontown.co.nz and sign up to our Local Loop newsletter to stay up to date with all of the latest info.
We at Dyverse dentures are New Zealand trained dental technicians, who offer free confidential consultations and work closely with you to achieve your desired look.
On-going professional development is important to us as a team. We regularly attend courses to ensure we can provide the latest … View moreWe at Dyverse dentures are New Zealand trained dental technicians, who offer free confidential consultations and work closely with you to achieve your desired look.
On-going professional development is important to us as a team. We regularly attend courses to ensure we can provide the latest techniques and products to our customers.
Our onsite clinic and laboratory allow us to fabricate most dentures within a week.
The materials used in the fabrication of our dentures are sourced from respectable New Zealand dental supply companies.
To know more about us click here or visit us at 12 Mahunga Drive, Mangere Bridge, Auckland 2022.
The Habitat for Humanity ReStore charity shops in Otara and Pukekohe needs your help! If you’re looking for a deal or would like to make a donation of pre-loved furniture, clothing or home appliances; come visit us today at 8 Ormiston Road, Otara or 134-138 King Street Pukekohe.
To be in the… View moreThe Habitat for Humanity ReStore charity shops in Otara and Pukekohe needs your help! If you’re looking for a deal or would like to make a donation of pre-loved furniture, clothing or home appliances; come visit us today at 8 Ormiston Road, Otara or 134-138 King Street Pukekohe.
To be in the chance to win a $100 voucher to spend at the ReStore; check out our competition on Facebook for Otara here and Pukekohe here.
Our mission at Habitat is to provide local Kiwi families with strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. You can make a difference today as every donation and sale at the ReStore charity shop goes towards supporting local Kiwi families in housing need.
Donna Young
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Otara – Manager
In 2019, French teenager Eloi Rolland arrived in New Zealand to study. He partied, got a job and made friends. But six months later he disappeared without a trace. A year on, police say “his fate remains unknown” and his case looks set to be referred to the coroner. Caroline Williams reports.
… View moreIn 2019, French teenager Eloi Rolland arrived in New Zealand to study. He partied, got a job and made friends. But six months later he disappeared without a trace. A year on, police say “his fate remains unknown” and his case looks set to be referred to the coroner. Caroline Williams reports.
During his time in Auckland, Rolland went to the zoo, enjoyed nights out, worked at a popular bar, dabbled in modelling and, with friends, visited Piha on the rugged west coast.
Before his disappearance, Rolland expressed to his family that he wished to visit Piha again, and on March 6 last year, he did just that.
He has not been seen or heard from since.
“Each day we feel more and more worried and more helpless," his father Thierry Rolland tells Stuff.
Click 'read more' for our full report.
We all need and value privacy in our homes and gardens, and fast-growing, non-invasive clumping bamboo is proving to be a popular option. What have you got in your garden for that purpose?
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