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Why yes it is, and it's also a man cave, a shed, and a builder/engineer's retirement project. Little wonder Allan Jones' quirky build is a runner-up in the 2021 Resene Shed of the Year competition run by NZ Gardener.
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View moreDon't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View moreCome together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund ground-breaking work by some of our country’s top breast cancer researchers, educate people about breast health, and provide free support services for breast cancer patients and their families.
What are you waiting for! Sign up today.
Thames Museum acknowledges the passing of Prince Philip. Through his part in establishing and fostering the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Prince Philip made an enormous contribution to the wellbeing of young people in NZ. The Museum's display features pieces from the Barry Thorburn Collection of … View moreThames Museum acknowledges the passing of Prince Philip. Through his part in establishing and fostering the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Prince Philip made an enormous contribution to the wellbeing of young people in NZ. The Museum's display features pieces from the Barry Thorburn Collection of royal family souvenir crockery and photos of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.
Serviced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.
Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.
Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with … View moreServiced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.
Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.
Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with certainty about your living expenses.
Auckland Zoo’s High Canopy is now open – a spectacular new habitat for siamangs and orangutans!
Spot the primates as they live the high life, swinging 25 meters off the ground! The new sky-high habitat lets them behave and move as they would in the wild.
Visit Auckland Zoo with your … View moreAuckland Zoo’s High Canopy is now open – a spectacular new habitat for siamangs and orangutans!
Spot the primates as they live the high life, swinging 25 meters off the ground! The new sky-high habitat lets them behave and move as they would in the wild.
Visit Auckland Zoo with your whanau these school holidays.
Book your ticket online here.
Yes you can! NZ Gardener's DIY guru Jacob Leaf shows you how.
Looking for the perfect gift for the perfect mum this Mother’s Day?
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Not the best of weather forecasts for this Saturday, but it's definitely worth it to come down to Grahamstown, where there will once again be a great range of stalls. Find a cosy jumper for the new member of the whanau, stock up on healthy fruit and vegetables, get some caulis and lettuce … View moreNot the best of weather forecasts for this Saturday, but it's definitely worth it to come down to Grahamstown, where there will once again be a great range of stalls. Find a cosy jumper for the new member of the whanau, stock up on healthy fruit and vegetables, get some caulis and lettuce plants to get the garden ready for winter, choose some great reading from our 2nd hand book stalls, feel those fascinating fabrics at Heidi's stall, and have a delicious early lunch with mussel fritters, samosas or Thai specialities. 8am to 12pm, every Saturday.
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If you live down a right-of-way or in a building shared with others, great news!
It is now easier than ever to connect to the fibre network. If you wanted to connect before but weren’t able to get everyone’s consent, it may now be very simple. There are now many cases when all you need to do… View moreIf you live down a right-of-way or in a building shared with others, great news!
It is now easier than ever to connect to the fibre network. If you wanted to connect before but weren’t able to get everyone’s consent, it may now be very simple. There are now many cases when all you need to do is tell your neighbours that you plan to connect, and in cases when consent is still required, Ultrafast Fibre makes it even easier with a team of people who can help you with the consent process.
Find out more about the four easy steps to get your free connection to ultra-fast, reliable fibre broadband.
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Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?
Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious crunching of 14 data points to crown the seven best spots for 2021.
Congratulations to Addington, Christchurch which took out the overall sweetest spot!
You can check out the full… View moreEver wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?
Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious crunching of 14 data points to crown the seven best spots for 2021.
Congratulations to Addington, Christchurch which took out the overall sweetest spot!
You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff. There’s also an interactive tool that you can tinker with to find your perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you.
Who knows, you might be inspired to make a change.
Looking for a career in Business or Administration?
Our fees-free 20 week NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. It is designed for those wanting to run the admin side of their own business, work in an administration … View moreLooking for a career in Business or Administration?
Our fees-free 20 week NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. It is designed for those wanting to run the admin side of their own business, work in an administration role, or upskill.
This hands-on programme will help you grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite. It covers the Microsoft computer applications, business report writing, communication skills and document creation.
We are enrolling now for our May intake! Visit our website to enroll or to find out more.
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