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Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

1769 days ago

Don't miss the Blues vs Chiefs!

Blues

Now you can't miss the game. We're offering a special: 2 kids free with every paying adult.

Blues vs Chiefs
● 7.05PM Friday 31st January 2020
● Eden Park

Adults from $26 - Purchase tickets here.

T's & C's apply.
Purchase tickets

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1769 days ago

Help build a stronger, safer Aotearoa

Fire & Emergency NZ

Do you have strong links into your community? Can you represent a wide range of people? We want to hear from you.

We’re looking for people for our new Local Advisory Committees, who can offer insight into what matters to your community.

Nominate yourself or someone you know today.
Learn more

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1769 days ago

A young life changed

Graeme Dingle Foundation

An 11-year-old Bay of Plenty boy may look like an ordinary child, but the challenges he has faced and the struggles he’s overcomes set him apart from the crowd.

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1770 days ago

Recipe: How to Poach an Egg

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Need a quick fix during working days?

Be organised. Eggs will take 2 -3 minutes to poach. The toast needs to be on and the bacon needs to be nearly crisp before you start poaching.

Ingredients
2 Eggs, for one serving

10 cm Water, use up to 12cm in a pot

1 splash… View more
Need a quick fix during working days?

Be organised. Eggs will take 2 -3 minutes to poach. The toast needs to be on and the bacon needs to be nearly crisp before you start poaching.

Ingredients
2 Eggs, for one serving

10 cm Water, use up to 12cm in a pot

1 splash Vinegar

1 pinch Salt, optional

1 serving Bread, toasted

1 serving Bacon


Check out the full recipe on the link below.

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1770 days ago

Free movies in your local park

The Team from Auckland Council

Yetis, aliens and superheroes are coming to a park near you this summer…courtesy of your Local Board. Auckland Council Movies in Parks is back, with 26 outdoor screenings plus loads of fun pre-movie entertainment – and it’s all FREE!

So grab your friends and whānau and enjoy a night … View more
Yetis, aliens and superheroes are coming to a park near you this summer…courtesy of your Local Board. Auckland Council Movies in Parks is back, with 26 outdoor screenings plus loads of fun pre-movie entertainment – and it’s all FREE!

So grab your friends and whānau and enjoy a night under the stars.

To find out what’s playing in your local park, go to moviesinparks.co.nz. Proudly supported by the Hits and NZ Herald.

Your summer sorted, with Auckland Council
Find out more

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1770 days ago

Digital skills to benefit SME’s

The Mind Lab

The new workplace looks different: small and not so small businesses are being run from home to be able to juggle work and parenthood. These businesses are thriving and they are doing amazing work, but because they are not in a traditional work space, professional development is almost always … View moreThe new workplace looks different: small and not so small businesses are being run from home to be able to juggle work and parenthood. These businesses are thriving and they are doing amazing work, but because they are not in a traditional work space, professional development is almost always product or service related and hardly ever personal.

As a result, a lot of incredibly successful entrepreneurs are behind in admin and dread it because of outdated and lengthy processes. The Mind Lab’s Digital Skills for the Workplace will dramatically change your concept of admin and the time you spend on it.

Apply now to free up time and enhance your business
Find out more

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1771 days ago

Are you a fan of fast fashion?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great … View more
Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great for the environment.

While some of us are pledging to only buy second hand or to invest in statement pieces - more expensive items that will last a long time- not all of us have that luxury.

We're wanting to speak to someone who isn't giving up their fast fashion any time soon, whether it's for economic or style reasons, personal choice or indifference to the environment. Maybe you're a student who likes the choice chain store fashion brings, or perhaps you're a parent whose children are growing too fast to risk splashing out on expensive clothing.

If this sounds like you, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1771 days ago

Happy New Year from Acacia Cove Village!

Acacia Cove Village

From all the Residents and Staff at Acacia Cove Village we would like to wish you all a very happy and healthy 2020!

Slowly but surely everyone is returning from holiday and things are returning to the normal routine.

Our Acacia Cove Residents like to keep physically active as well as … View more
From all the Residents and Staff at Acacia Cove Village we would like to wish you all a very happy and healthy 2020!

Slowly but surely everyone is returning from holiday and things are returning to the normal routine.

Our Acacia Cove Residents like to keep physically active as well as mentally.

We had a great 2019 year filled with great activities and events.

We look forward to 2020 experiencing another year of tranquillity, fun, laughter and activity at our unique Acacia Cove Lifestyle!
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1771 days ago

Looking for Singers in all Voices

South Auckland Choral Society

We are looking for Singers in all voices – SOPRANOS, ALTOS, TENORS, BASSES.

Starting rehearsals on Tuesday 28th January 2020 for the first of three concerts planned for this year.

Our first concert will be on - Sunday 3rd May, at Crossroads Methodist Church, 2.30 pm.

A programme of … View more
We are looking for Singers in all voices – SOPRANOS, ALTOS, TENORS, BASSES.

Starting rehearsals on Tuesday 28th January 2020 for the first of three concerts planned for this year.

Our first concert will be on - Sunday 3rd May, at Crossroads Methodist Church, 2.30 pm.

A programme of popular light classical music from well-known composers, including Mozart, Vivaldi, Faure, Elgar, Mendelssohn etc...

Singers welcomed any Tuesday night from 28th January, at Crossroads Methodist Church from 7 pm.

Rehearsals 7.15-9.15 pm. Ample parking at Church venue.

No auditions needed. Come and meet our MD, Simon Filice.
All enquiries to Lorna Clauson (09) 298-3536 • lornaclauson@gmail.com
Find out more

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1771 days ago

74 Seagrove Road, Waiau Pa - 2,000m³/day Water-Take Application by Q-Invest for proposed Kiwifruit Orchard

Andre from Kingseat

Head's Up warning: January 30th is the deadline for receipt by Auckland Council of your notification form confirming your attendance at the application hearing on 10th and 12th February to be held at the Franklin Council chambers in Manukau Road.
This application has raised considerable … View more
Head's Up warning: January 30th is the deadline for receipt by Auckland Council of your notification form confirming your attendance at the application hearing on 10th and 12th February to be held at the Franklin Council chambers in Manukau Road.
This application has raised considerable opposition from local residents who legitemately fear the adverse impact that this development will have on their well-bores. 463Litres/Min x 3 well-bores is an outrageous amount of water-extraction! Your prescence is a silent show of solidarity that will convey the right message to the council adjudicators. If you have any contact with a hydrologist who can provide expert opinion on - and in support of residents - the deleterious effects on the aquifer system that may arise then please make timely arrangements to permit the presentation of their testimony.

1771 days ago

Moringa Latte Recipe

Way Of Life Health Shop

Moringa is a nutrient packed superfood with many impressive benefits. It is used medicinally for a number of health concerns including anemia, asthma, digestive issues, headache and joint pain. It has also been used as a remedy for swelling and a variety of infections including bacterial, fungal … View moreMoringa is a nutrient packed superfood with many impressive benefits. It is used medicinally for a number of health concerns including anemia, asthma, digestive issues, headache and joint pain. It has also been used as a remedy for swelling and a variety of infections including bacterial, fungal and viral types.
Moringa Latte
1 1/2 tablespoons moringa powder
3 cups cashew milk or nut milk of choice
2 tsp maple syrup
2 tsp coconut oil
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a pot and heat on a medium heat. Whisk thoroughly until well combined. Bring to almost boiling and remove from heat. Pour into a blender and blend until frothy and smooth. Serve.

1772 days ago

Teaching young children values right from the start

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Cori Maroroa knows first hand just how good the #KiwiCan programme is for kids. After all, Maroroa loved it when she went through it a primary school as a student.

Now she is helping new generations of primary school students benefit from the same programme as one of its senior leaders.

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