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The revised New Zealand Wine Guide (2nd ed) by Celia Hay is a concise and accessible guide for people wishing to discover New Zealand’s rich and distinctive world of wine.
We are currently taking pre-orders for this book!
The Counties Manukau Rugby Football Union has signed All Blacks loose forward Dalton Papali'i in a m…
The summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill … View moreThe summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill this summer. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, so remember these easy steps while cooking.
Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips.
Tech often gets a bad rap when it comes to connection and quality time but the reality is that there is some awesome tech that is creative, interactive and fun.
Tech Toolbox from The Mind Lab offers adults the opportunity to explore hands-on today’s technologies. With a choice of modules from… View moreTech often gets a bad rap when it comes to connection and quality time but the reality is that there is some awesome tech that is creative, interactive and fun.
Tech Toolbox from The Mind Lab offers adults the opportunity to explore hands-on today’s technologies. With a choice of modules from robotics to 3D-printing and everything in between, and a wide range of courses throughout the year, create your own personalised tech toolbox.
Bookings are open.
View the schedule and book.
Because quality time doesn’t always have to be on your terms.
Celebrated journalist David Farrier will chair a panel discussion in our beautiful grand foyer this February during Pride Festival. The panel includes Louisa Wall, Welby Ings and Ngahuia Te Awekotuku and will look at the milestones of inclusion and explore where to next for the LGBTQI+ communities.… View moreCelebrated journalist David Farrier will chair a panel discussion in our beautiful grand foyer this February during Pride Festival. The panel includes Louisa Wall, Welby Ings and Ngahuia Te Awekotuku and will look at the milestones of inclusion and explore where to next for the LGBTQI+ communities.
Following the panel discussion will be a screening of Welby Ings’ award-winning short film Sparrow.
Book your seat today as spaces are limited!
6pm Monday 10 February, 6pm
Tickets - $25
Auckland Museum Grand Foyer
Wouldn’t it be great if you didn’t have to worry about finances? What if your business had the funds on hand to support that next big step?
With Prospa, you can apply for a loan of up to $300K with funding possible in 24-48 hours. You then pay it back in fixed repayments tailored to your … View moreWouldn’t it be great if you didn’t have to worry about finances? What if your business had the funds on hand to support that next big step?
With Prospa, you can apply for a loan of up to $300K with funding possible in 24-48 hours. You then pay it back in fixed repayments tailored to your cash flow over a term of up to 24 months.
Find out more at prospa.co.nz or call 0800 005 797 to apply.
New Zealand Red Cross are holding our Annual Street Appeal on Thursday 19, Friday 20 and Saturday 21 March 2020.
Please help raise money for our much-needed programmes and services here in Aotearoa.
This year, we are aiming to reach 4,000 hours of volunteer collection time. Any time that you can… View moreNew Zealand Red Cross are holding our Annual Street Appeal on Thursday 19, Friday 20 and Saturday 21 March 2020.
Please help raise money for our much-needed programmes and services here in Aotearoa.
This year, we are aiming to reach 4,000 hours of volunteer collection time. Any time that you can give will help us reach our goal!
It couldn’t be easier to get involved, just click on this link to see where we’re collecting – and sign up!
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Or phone us on 0800 Red Cross
When amazing supporters like you help us fundraise, you help us do good!
You help us to deliver Meals on Wheels, NZ disaster preparedness and response work (inc. our Restoring Family Links tracing service) and our refugee resettlement programmes.
And please spread the word – get friends, family and colleagues involved too!
Or if you’re unable to collect with us, please help our volunteer recruitment drive by forwarding this sign-up link to anyone and everyone!
Thank you!
Anyone selling foldable camping chairs and maybe a folding table please.
Thanks
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene cardholder, get an extra 5% off!
If you don’t have your Resene card yet, … View moreBuy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene cardholder, get an extra 5% off!
If you don’t have your Resene card yet, sign up free online, or when you’re in store.
Hurry sale ends soon! Happy decorating!
*Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 29 January 2020. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.
By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View moreWe’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.
By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.
Have your say now at vote.nz
Hi neighbours,
Sonographers are going on strike for 12 weeks across Auckland's three district health boards from Saturday, potentially impacting patient wait times.
Have you been affected by the strike action?
Please write 'NFP' if your comments are not for print.
Every area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.
You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09… View moreEvery area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.
You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09 301 0101
• Or visit one of our service centres
Once you’ve made a booking, you’ll be given a timeframe for when collections will happen in your area. You can book as early as you like and cancel if you no longer need the service. Book your inorganic collection today and help reduce waste going to landfill.
Printicular lets you print photos from your phone or computer anytime, anywhere, with same day pick up from your local Warehouse Stationery.
Check out our range of print and poster options and give the gift of cherished memories to your loved ones in just a few clicks!
Prawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.
Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are … View morePrawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.
Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are larger. There are both freshwater and marine varieties. Most prawns are imported frozen into NZ although there is growing local supply. So when you see “fresh” prawns they have generally been defrosted. Fresh prawns in many cases appear green or grey and it is only when cooked, that the colour changes to what we recognise as “pink” prawns. If you buy prawns or scrimps that are pink, this means that they have been cooked.
Then, there are a series of questions to ask:
• Do you cook them in their shells or peel before cooking?
• Do you remove the head and just cook the tail?
• Do you remove the vein (intestinal tract) or black line that runs down the back?
You can use prawns for the same recipe whether they are peeled or deveined. Many people believe that cooking prawns with the shell will enhance the flavour of the broth and result in more succulent prawn meat. The downside is that they are a bit messier to eat. To peel the prawns, you just need to wriggle them a little and ease off the shell, piece by piece.
There is no big deal about cooking prawns with the head on – it is more a cultural thing about people not wanting to see the eyes! The head pulls off easily if you twist it. The tip of the tail can be removed in the same way.
The prawn is de-veined or has the intestinal tract removed as many consider it the prawn more attractive without the black line. It also removes the prawn's stomach waste so that you do not need to eat it! See below for the method.
Like all seafood, prawns should be eaten as soon as possible and not left in the refrigerator for days. If they smell off when you come to cook them, your only choice is to throw them out!
Fried in garlic and paired with home-made mayo showcases these crustaceans at their best.
Check out the full recipe on the link below.
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