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Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View moreLooking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.
Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
How will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?
National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.
The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, … View moreHow will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?
National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.
The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.
We think this captures the essence of what volunteering is about. This is a time to acknowledge how volunteering efforts contribute to and enrich all communities within Aotearoa.
#NVW2018 #volunteering
I was just informed that Ongas no longer delivers LPG to our neighbourhood or my address. Do you know of any company that will deliver LPG to the Awhitu Peninsula?
Hunua Ranges Regional Park has been bombed in 1080 poison, is on the enforced kauri dieback watch wi…
So the Pukekohe Service Centre in Manukau Rd will be sold off as part of Auckland Councils plans to cut cost.
What do you think about the move?
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...
Would you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New… View moreWould you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New Zealand that we would never have seen if we were still living in a house," says Lynette.
Does the idea of selling up to make a big life change appeal to you? What changes would you like to make?
There will be a $1000 worth of prizes up for grabs at the Franklin youth talent show, The F Factor, …
Patumahoe took bragging honours against neighbours and fierce rivals with a 15-8 win in the wet at …
Hi Auckland,
The Government has announced 6400 new state homes and social houses as part of Budget 2018. About $234.4m has been committed over the next four years. So what do you think? How will your community benefit from the housing boost? To read more, click here.
A one-hour scenic drive from Auckland, and 5 minutes from Matakana, Plume Restaurant is recognised for superb cuisine perfectly complemented by Runner Duck Estate Vineyard’s fine wines. As the vineyard’s cellar door, tastings are available here. Now, 12 new luxury villas offer accommodation a … View moreA one-hour scenic drive from Auckland, and 5 minutes from Matakana, Plume Restaurant is recognised for superb cuisine perfectly complemented by Runner Duck Estate Vineyard’s fine wines. As the vineyard’s cellar door, tastings are available here. Now, 12 new luxury villas offer accommodation a brief stroll from the restaurant, in surroundings where gourmet travellers or those seeking an escape from the city can discover some Matakana magic of their very own.
Ranging from 1-3 bedrooms, and sharing a swimming pool, the villas feature all the comforts of home in an idyllic coastal country setting. Your country escape starts here.
Hi neighbours. We're local and we're proud of it! Come and see us on Great South Road at Manukau. We are New Zealand’s biggest Ford and Mazda dealership. Our goal is to provide a total motoring service of the very highest standard. That's why we offer a … View moreHi neighbours. We're local and we're proud of it! Come and see us on Great South Road at Manukau. We are New Zealand’s biggest Ford and Mazda dealership. Our goal is to provide a total motoring service of the very highest standard. That's why we offer a 3 Months or 5000kms Mechanical Warranty on all of our used vehicles.
Ask for me, Kevin Jamieson, when you phone 0800 114 443. I'm here to help you buy a used vehicle that's perfect for you.
South Auckland Motors
2 Gladding Place, Manukau
0800 114 443
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of… View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.
Our plant of the week in Get Growing is the festive abutilon and we have the latest scientific information on guava moth and what you can do to try and prevent it from affecting your fruit trees. Try sensational Catalonian recipes from Barcelona Cult Recipes and enter to win some great prizes!
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.
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Are you looking for a chance to give back to your community and meet great people?
Victim Support volunteers are people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who give up a small amount of time each week to help victims after a crime or tragic event.
Join us for a drink and a bite to… View moreAre you looking for a chance to give back to your community and meet great people?
Victim Support volunteers are people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who give up a small amount of time each week to help victims after a crime or tragic event.
Join us for a drink and a bite to eat at our Counties Manukau volunteer information evening, 6.30pm next Wednesday 30 May, to meet other volunteers and discover how you too could make a difference as a Victim Support volunteer.
Click the link to find out more. We’d love to see you there
Grace
Area Manager - Counties Manukau
Guardian Dental Care with new and vibrant looks. We are open 7 days a week and provide affordable dental treatment with a focus on delivering quality work to patients.
Call us now at 092622240 or 0800 4 TOOTH to make an appointment.
On Tuesday, Auckland Council agreed to sell seven of its buildings as a key component of its Corporate Property Strategy.
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