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2145 days ago

Christmas mishaps?

Kerry Taylor from

Happy New Year neighbours - do your curtains need a refresh after all of the festivities? Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we'll give them a professional clean for you. Deliver them to us and pick them up and get 20% off!

Mildew and mould spores proliferate in … View more
Happy New Year neighbours - do your curtains need a refresh after all of the festivities? Deliver your curtains to 5A Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, and we'll give them a professional clean for you. Deliver them to us and pick them up and get 20% off!

Mildew and mould spores proliferate in warmer weather and have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family's health and have your curtains cleaned by Textile Cleaning Services.

We're specialists in mildew and stain removal from curtains and blinds (Roman & Austrian blinds included).

Open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 12pm, for your convenience.
Temporary curtains available at no charge!
Call us on 09 473 5350.
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2145 days ago

Be bowled over by lawn bowls!

The Team from Auckland Bowls

The perception of lawn bowls being a sport for old people is a fallacy. More young people are playing the sport at all levels than ever before. Why? Well lawn bowls is a very social sport, easy to learn, low cost, inclusive and above all great fun.

Bowls is truly a sport that anyone can play … View more
The perception of lawn bowls being a sport for old people is a fallacy. More young people are playing the sport at all levels than ever before. Why? Well lawn bowls is a very social sport, easy to learn, low cost, inclusive and above all great fun.

Bowls is truly a sport that anyone can play on equal terms regardless of age, gender or physical ability and with clubs throughout Auckland running social bowling events through summer there is no excuse for you not to get out into summer and have a go!

For more information on where to play lawn bowls visit www.playbowls.co.nz or contact your local club for details.
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2145 days ago

Children's Day is Sunday 3 March 2019!

The Team from Children's Day

Put tamariki first and celebrate by hosting an event for the tamariki and whānau in your neighbourhood. It can be anything, big or small! Register your event on the Children's Day website www.childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

2146 days ago

Your future is in your hands!

NZ College of Massage

On Tuesday, 22 January 4-6pm we’re inviting our neighbours to visit our Auckland campus on Manukau Road.

Come along and learn from our experienced tutors about becoming a qualified Massage Therapist at the New Zealand College of Massage.

We're offering flexible part-time & … View more
On Tuesday, 22 January 4-6pm we’re inviting our neighbours to visit our Auckland campus on Manukau Road.

Come along and learn from our experienced tutors about becoming a qualified Massage Therapist at the New Zealand College of Massage.

We're offering flexible part-time & full-time qualifications. Graduate with the freedom of being able to work from home, in a clinic or as a mobile therapist, and benefit from low setup costs and great remuneration.

This is your chance to make a career change and become your own boss in 2019.

Register now!
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2146 days ago

Update yourself with Skills Update

Skills Update Training Institute

Do you need awesome training to get into a great paying industry?

Skills Update Training Institute is one of New Zealand’s largest Private Training Establishments with 28 years of industry experience. New Zealand Qualification Authority accredited Category One provider, it offers a large … View more
Do you need awesome training to get into a great paying industry?

Skills Update Training Institute is one of New Zealand’s largest Private Training Establishments with 28 years of industry experience. New Zealand Qualification Authority accredited Category One provider, it offers a large selection of Zero Fees courses which include training for the industrial, business and financial sectors.

From Building and Carpentry to Automotive Engineering; Warehousing and Distribution to Security; Skills Update has the right programme to suit your needs.

For many more fees free courses on offer, get in touch with us today.

*conditions apply
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2146 days ago

Waste-wise tips for summer boaties

Communications Team from Auckland Council

As we become increasingly aware of the impact of waste on our oceans and waterways, Auckland Council is appealing to summer boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water.

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2146 days ago

Top tips for reducing soft plastic use

Communications Team from Auckland Council

With the temporary suspension of the Packaging Forum’s Soft Plastics Recycling Scheme from 31 December 2018, Auckland Council is encouraging Aucklanders to make efforts to reduce their consumption of soft plastics.

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2146 days ago

Poll: Why not scrap Auckland's public transport fares?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hi, neighbours in a recent article Todd Niall proposed a novel solution to Auckland's transport woes... make public transport fare-free.

Niall argues scrapping fares is a powerful incentive to make public transport irresistible, cutting pollution and travel times.

So I'm curious for us … View more
Hi, neighbours in a recent article Todd Niall proposed a novel solution to Auckland's transport woes... make public transport fare-free.

Niall argues scrapping fares is a powerful incentive to make public transport irresistible, cutting pollution and travel times.

So I'm curious for us out in Franklin what would this mean?
Maybe better commute times to the Big City? Or is the idea doomed to fail?

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Why not scrap Auckland's public transport fares?
  • 0% It won't make a difference.
    0% Complete
  • 30.8% I think it's a great idea, something has to be done.
    30.8% Complete
  • 69.2% It's a nice thought but someone has to pay for it.
    69.2% Complete
13 votes
2149 days ago

Is your paddling pool legal?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?

Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't… View more
Hi neighbours,

Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?

Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't even aware of.

For example, do you have a 1.2-metre fixed childproof fence with a self-closing gate opening outwards?

What are your thoughts on paddling pool safety? If faced with an inspection, would your pool set-up pass? Do you think all these rules are essential? What are your tips for setting up a paddling pool safely?
To read more about how to keep your kids safe in and around pools, click here.
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2147 days ago

Fancy a career in food and wine?

NZ School of Food & Wine

Founded by Celia Hay, the New Zealand School of Food & Wine has been educating the next generation of baristas, chefs, restaurant and café owners, wine professionals and food lovers since 1995.

Located in Auckland's Viaduct, our New Zealand Government accredited certificates offer … View more
Founded by Celia Hay, the New Zealand School of Food & Wine has been educating the next generation of baristas, chefs, restaurant and café owners, wine professionals and food lovers since 1995.

Located in Auckland's Viaduct, our New Zealand Government accredited certificates offer practical hands-on cooking and hospitality qualifications, taught by a team of chefs, restaurant managers and wine professionals who are experts in their field and focused on the success of our students.

The next cookery and hospitality programme intake is from 5th Feb 2019. Free fees may apply, places are limited, contact us now.
Enrol now!

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2147 days ago

Make the most of the holidays and get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene Cardholders!

If you don’t have a card, sign up free online, www.resene.co.nz/diycard or while you are at your local Resene ColorShop.

And if you need help choosing your paints, wood stains, colours or wallpapers, your local Resene ColorShop staff can help you with all the advice and inspiration you need!
Find out more!

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2147 days ago

Op Shop Open for 2019

Cecily from Pukekohe

The Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop is now open every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9am to noon. Lovely summer stock at very low prices. We are on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St. We hope all our customers have had a great break over Christmas-New Year.

2148 days ago

Meeting the neighbours down the lane

Housing New Zealand

Across the country, vibrant communities are forming around new Housing New Zealand developments. Recently, tenants of a brand new development in Auckland’s Silverdale decided to organise a family BBQ day to get to know each other and their new neighbours down the lane.

“The best thing about… View more
Across the country, vibrant communities are forming around new Housing New Zealand developments. Recently, tenants of a brand new development in Auckland’s Silverdale decided to organise a family BBQ day to get to know each other and their new neighbours down the lane.

“The best thing about this event is everyone coming together, and the kids having a great time. This is a great place to raise my kids.”

Check out the video to see how these state housing tenants are working to build great neighbourhoods.
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