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882 days ago

FILL A BASKET THURSDAYS

Janet from Pukekohe

Come into the IHC Op Shop at 7 Hall Street, Pukekohe (main shop), grab a basket from the counter and fill it with clothes for $10.

Price: $10

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882 days ago

New Nordic Cuisine with Diploma, Level 5 chefs

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

The Cookery Diploma Level 5 students prepared a New Nordic Cuisine menu created by our own Chef Finn, originally from Denmark. Finn spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including Noma.

The Level 5 Diploma of Cookery students prepared the menu also served it at … View more
The Cookery Diploma Level 5 students prepared a New Nordic Cuisine menu created by our own Chef Finn, originally from Denmark. Finn spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including Noma.

The Level 5 Diploma of Cookery students prepared the menu also served it at the table, describing each dish to our guests - the Level 4 NZ Certificate in Cookery.

Here is the menu inspired by Chef Finn’s Nordic heritage.
• Tartare of Trevally - smoked and cured with crisp rye bread, pickled beetroot and siphon of brown butter hollandaise
• Mackerel fried on bread with compote of tomato and fennel & fennel butter sauce
• "Sylte" of pork belly with leek, 3 times onion & apple cider vinaigrette
• Tenderloin of Pigeon Bay lamb with Brussel Sprouts, kale, hazelnut & foaming buttermilk
• Apple with caramelized bread, dried blueberries, Blueberry sherbet & apple sorbet.

882 days ago

Are you a reluctant renter?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, we're looking for Aucklanders who don't mind being interviewed for a story about Kiwis who don't want to rent but feel as though they have no other choice due to the housing market.

If you or anyone you know would be happy to talk, please comment below or email:… View more
Kia ora neighbours, we're looking for Aucklanders who don't mind being interviewed for a story about Kiwis who don't want to rent but feel as though they have no other choice due to the housing market.

If you or anyone you know would be happy to talk, please comment below or email: melanie.earley@stuff.co.nz

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883 days ago

Check your details now!

Entrust

The next Entrust dividend will be paid in late September. Everything you need to know is in your letterbox or email inbox. Check your details carefully and tell us of any changes as soon as possible.

That way, we can make sure that when the dividend is paid you’ll get yours ASAP.
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884 days ago

Digital Workshops for South Auckland Youth

SouthTech Innov8

Southtech Innov8 2022 gives rangatahi the opportunity to visualise themselves in the future of digital technology and innovation when they will be shown Māori and Pasifika businesses that are thriving in this space.

This year Weta Workshop will be present as they share SFX Makeup and sculpting… View more
Southtech Innov8 2022 gives rangatahi the opportunity to visualise themselves in the future of digital technology and innovation when they will be shown Māori and Pasifika businesses that are thriving in this space.

This year Weta Workshop will be present as they share SFX Makeup and sculpting demonstrations.

Rangatahi will ignite their creativity as they listen to the crew spill some movie magic secrets and whip up a batch of fake blood, sculpt and design realistic scars and scrapes.

Southtech Innov8 2022 is supported by the Local Activation Fund Programme, administered by Tataki Auckland Unlimited on behalf of the New Zealand Government.
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886 days ago

Dining Table and 8 cane chairs

Ziggy from Pukekohe

Now surplus to requirements - downsizing. One careful lady owner. Dimensions of table 1.8 x 1 m. Legs unscrew from the table. You can squeeze 8 people around the table. I usually have 6 on display and use the other 2 for side tables, etc. I am keen to dispense with this furniture. I am … View moreNow surplus to requirements - downsizing. One careful lady owner. Dimensions of table 1.8 x 1 m. Legs unscrew from the table. You can squeeze 8 people around the table. I usually have 6 on display and use the other 2 for side tables, etc. I am keen to dispense with this furniture. I am asking 1/4 of what I paid for these items. Very good condition and well cared for.

Price: $650

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886 days ago

Fried Chicken or War Goddesses?

Stuff

As partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried … View moreAs partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried Chicken Festival.

Flights included for those out of Auckland.
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887 days ago

Textile Cleaning: Winter Sale 30% OFF

Textile Cleaning

Winter is here and we want your home mould and mildew free, and that should start with your curtains. We are offering a 30% discount off our normal price, so get in quick!

We offer a full take down and rehang service and can provide complimentary replacement drapes during this colder weather, … View more
Winter is here and we want your home mould and mildew free, and that should start with your curtains. We are offering a 30% discount off our normal price, so get in quick!

We offer a full take down and rehang service and can provide complimentary replacement drapes during this colder weather, while your drapes are being cleaned. You can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes and blinds.

Phone Textile Cleaning Services at (09) 473-5350 for a free quote, call into 5A Kaimahi Rd, Wairau Valley; or go to www.textilecleaning.co.nz.
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887 days ago

Got plans for the weekend?

Auckland Unlimted

It’s all happening in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, there’s events all across the region right now!

From family fun to epic live music, and Matariki celebrations to sports Galore it’s all on your doorstep.

Check out what’s happening at What’s on in Auckland on Facebook. Get out there … View more
It’s all happening in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, there’s events all across the region right now!

From family fun to epic live music, and Matariki celebrations to sports Galore it’s all on your doorstep.

Check out what’s happening at What’s on in Auckland on Facebook. Get out there and enjoy!
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888 days ago

Diploma Chef's cooking with seafood.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

It's been a great week for our Diploma, Level 5 students preparing these exquisite dishes with seafood.
Starting from the top we have the Pacific Island crudo with Salmon and Coconut. The bottom left is a Mexican Tuna ceviche in lime with corainder chilli and mint and the last dish is … View more
It's been a great week for our Diploma, Level 5 students preparing these exquisite dishes with seafood.
Starting from the top we have the Pacific Island crudo with Salmon and Coconut. The bottom left is a Mexican Tuna ceviche in lime with corainder chilli and mint and the last dish is Quenelle of Sole and Crayfish with sauce Nantua.

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888 days ago

Do you have a great tamarillo recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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888 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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888 days ago

Matariki Holiday waste collections

The Team from Auckland Council

Matariki Holiday is coming. Some council kerbside collections will be collected a day later. All collection return to normal 27 June. Check your collection dates and sign up for our holiday text reminders by clicking on Read More.

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889 days ago

Beware of door knockers.

Trish Jarvis from The Treeman Ltd

Please share this story with elderly family and friends to help them be aware and keep them safe. Help them to make a plan if it happens to them. 😞
On Queen's birthday, we received a call from a very distressed elderly client who had been approached by door knockers insisting on doing some… View more
Please share this story with elderly family and friends to help them be aware and keep them safe. Help them to make a plan if it happens to them. 😞
On Queen's birthday, we received a call from a very distressed elderly client who had been approached by door knockers insisting on doing some tree work for her.
She knew it didn’t seem right so-called us to check. She was frightened as they didn’t seem to want to leave. 😡
Mike was in the area and went around immediately to make sure they left and check that she was ok.
No reputable company will ever knock on doors and insist on doing work that has not been requested. They did this because she was vulnerable and they took advantage of her.
If it was you and your mates going around with a trailer and a chainsaw intimidating people …shame, shame, shame, on you!!!

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889 days ago

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Learn the language of wine and become more comfortable with aromas, flavors and characteristics. Our WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the perfect introduction to the world of wine.

Here are some of the wines tasted in our class this week -
•From Italy Prima Pietra Pinot Grigio 2021
•From … View more
Learn the language of wine and become more comfortable with aromas, flavors and characteristics. Our WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the perfect introduction to the world of wine.

Here are some of the wines tasted in our class this week -
•From Italy Prima Pietra Pinot Grigio 2021
•From France Domaine Billard-Simon Chablis 2019
•From Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Fat & Sassy Chardonnay 2021
•From Marlborough, New Zealand Framingham Select Riesling 2020
•From South Africa, Kaapzicht Pinotage 2018
•From Argentina, Catena Zapata ‘Catena’ Malbec 2019
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Next available dates: 16, 18, 23 Aug from 6pm - 9pm.

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