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With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View moreWith our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The… View moreKmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.
Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.
Invitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment … View moreInvitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment essential.
To register attendance: Contact catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz before 8pm Sunday 21st May Visitors/guests are welcome to attend.
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Attention to all residents of South Auckland!
Need to get rid of an old fridge, a TV or both? Have a dead car battery, or perhaps finished your DIY project?
Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully … View moreGreen Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.
Attention to all residents of South Auckland!
Need to get rid of an old fridge, a TV or both? Have a dead car battery, or perhaps finished your DIY project?
Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit - / EFTPOS card to drive in, and the trailer with your waste!
Location: 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury South – GATE A
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Mon-Fri 7 am -4.30 pm
Sat – Sun 7.30am – 3.30pm
For pricing & more: Check our website
Ph. 09 636 22 44
Five apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.
As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great … View moreFive apartments have just been completed in Acacia Cove. All of which have just achieved a Lifemark® 5-Star Certification. Acacia Cove has a total of 215 villas and now 15 apartments in its village complex in Wattle downs, Auckland.
As a retirement village Acacia Cove wants to provide great quality of life for its residents. Acacia Cove gives its residents a social community feel, with bowling greens, snooker table, craft room and indoor pools, providing great opportunities for residents to mix and mingle. The five newly completed apartments are situated 50 metres away from the Village centre.
Acacia Cove understands that its residents require dwellings where they can live safely and independently. Universal Design provides this. Acacia Cove decided applying Universal Design best accessibility practice was of high importance.
If you’re aged 60 and over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.
Contact long time manager Burce Cullington on (09) 268 8522.
Kids Caboodle Items (unopened)
2 x Stars Theme chair
1 x Crayon Theme Storage Shelf
1 x Crayon Theme Easel
call Ian 021819875
Soroptimist International of New Zealand
BETTY LOUGHHEAD SOROPTIMIST
SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Soroptimist International exists to inspire action and create opportunities to transform the
lives of women and girls.
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who
… View moreSoroptimist International of New Zealand
BETTY LOUGHHEAD SOROPTIMIST
SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Soroptimist International exists to inspire action and create opportunities to transform the
lives of women and girls.
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who
are studying for a qualification to:
● enter or re-enter the workforce; or
● change occupation
Who can apply? Women who are:
● New Zealand citizens
● At least 25 years old on 1 September 2023
● Enrolled in an NZQA approved education programme, undertaken in NZ
● Have a proven record of academic achievement (you must be in at least your second year
of academic study)
● Able to use the scholarship in the 2024 academic year and/or summer school
December 2023-Feb 2024
● Willing to participate in Soroptimist promotional activities (if successful)
● The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship is not available for Phd students
Download an application form at: www.blsst.co.nz...
Application period is 1 July 2023 to 31 August 2023
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View moreDon't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.
And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.
Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, … View moreIf you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact TDR online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
Did you know that Greenview Park has multiple indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for afternoon tea or a cuppa?
These spaces are communal, and all are welcome, including visitors and family.
The Pukekohe IHC Op Shop has a great stock of lovely scarves all for $2.00 each. Pop in and have a look and wrap up for those colder days.
We have received a great donation today of some fabulous encyclopedias and reference books. History buffs rush in and have a look. Priced from $10.00
Register now for our upcoming BPW Aotearoa session on A Culture of Kindness -- featuring guest speaker Sarah Page, Founder and CEO of the Kindness Collective, which was recently awarded Community of the Year at the New Zealander of the Year Awards for 2023!
Click here to register:
Monday 22 … View moreRegister now for our upcoming BPW Aotearoa session on A Culture of Kindness -- featuring guest speaker Sarah Page, Founder and CEO of the Kindness Collective, which was recently awarded Community of the Year at the New Zealander of the Year Awards for 2023!
Click here to register:
Monday 22 May 2023
7:30 pm NZ
via Zoom
Invitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment … View moreInvitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment essential.
To register attendance: Contact catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz before 8pm Sunday 21st May Visitors/guests are welcome to attend.
Soroptimist International of New Zealand
BETTY LOUGHHEAD SOROPTIMIST
SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Soroptimist International exists to inspire action and create opportunities to transform the
lives of women and girls.
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who
… View moreSoroptimist International of New Zealand
BETTY LOUGHHEAD SOROPTIMIST
SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Soroptimist International exists to inspire action and create opportunities to transform the
lives of women and girls.
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who
are studying for a qualification to:
● enter or re-enter the workforce; or
● change occupation
Who can apply? Women who are:
● New Zealand citizens
● At least 25 years old on 1 September 2023
● Enrolled in an NZQA approved education programme, undertaken in NZ
● Have a proven record of academic achievement (you must be in at least your second year
of academic study)
● Able to use the scholarship in the 2024 academic year and/or summer school
December 2023-Feb 2024
● Willing to participate in Soroptimist promotional activities (if successful)
● The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship is not available for Phd students
Download an application form at: www.blsst.co.nz...
Application period is 1 July 2023 to 31 August 2023
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