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2261 days ago

We desperately need donated goods for SPCA Op Shops!

Sabine Kruekel from

PLANNING ON DOING A SPRING CLEAN?

Our Op Shops need your unwanted goods!

Spring time is here - a great time to refresh your home and rid your life of those items you no longer need.

If you are thinking about where you can donate this furniture, goods, and bric-a-brac... look no further. … View more
PLANNING ON DOING A SPRING CLEAN?

Our Op Shops need your unwanted goods!

Spring time is here - a great time to refresh your home and rid your life of those items you no longer need.

If you are thinking about where you can donate this furniture, goods, and bric-a-brac... look no further. We have eight SPCA Op Shops around Auckland which you can drop off your donated goods to.

You can find a list here: www.spca.nz... (just pick Auckland and Op Shops).

Please SHARE this post to help spread the word. Your donation will help save a life!

Thank you so much 🐶🐱🐰🐁

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2262 days ago

Want to win a trip to Sydney?

AIA

You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!

*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*

All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but … View more
You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!

*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*

All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but current AIA or Sovereign Personal Risk or Health insurance policyholders get an additional shot at scoring aplace at the skills session with a bonus entry into the prize draw.

To be in to win, visit www.AIA.co.nz/beckham to see how to team up and enter.

T&Cs apply.
Find out more

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2264 days ago

Stallholder portrait - Joseph, the bone carver

Thames Market

When Joseph and his family came here from Tonga ten years ago, he first worked in kiwifruit orchards, pruning, harvesting and so on. But happy he was not. He wanted to use his artistic talent and started carving – bone and wood. “Mine is pacific art”, says Siosefu as his name is spelt in … View moreWhen Joseph and his family came here from Tonga ten years ago, he first worked in kiwifruit orchards, pruning, harvesting and so on. But happy he was not. He wanted to use his artistic talent and started carving – bone and wood. “Mine is pacific art”, says Siosefu as his name is spelt in Tongan. He amalgamates Tongan and Maori themes like “a Tongan fish hook but mixed with a manaia design.” Or he inserts pieces of paua shell into a Polynesian style fish hook. Joseph/Siusefu is working hard to constantly increasing the quality of his work. “I think my talent is growing … my work is better [than] before.” And if things work out, he will open his own shop and gallery one day in this town. But for now he is still at Thames Market with his beautiful carvings.

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2266 days ago

Poll: Celebrating 125 years of women's vote

Reporter Franklin County News

Kia Ora neighbours,
Franklin will soon be celebrating the passing of the Parliamentary Act on September 19, 1893 that allowed women to vote.

Business and Professional Women Franklin have organised a day of celebrations this Saturday September 15.

The 125-year celebration will start with a … View more
Kia Ora neighbours,
Franklin will soon be celebrating the passing of the Parliamentary Act on September 19, 1893 that allowed women to vote.

Business and Professional Women Franklin have organised a day of celebrations this Saturday September 15.

The 125-year celebration will start with a parade in Pukekohe, followed by a ticketed high tea event and a free art expo at Franklin: The Centre.

Will you be attending the parade or any of the other events?

Who are some of the awesome Franklin women you will be celebrating and recognising?

What other ways will you be acknowledging the change in history?
Let us know in the comments below or vote in the poll.

Read more about the celebrations this weekend: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Celebrating 125 years of women's vote
  • 0% I will proudly march in the parade.
    0% Complete
  • 37.5% I might go to some of the events.
    37.5% Complete
  • 62.5% I think I'll skip it.
    62.5% Complete
8 votes
2263 days ago

Fires can be fatal

Chief Fire Officer from Pukekohe Volunteer Fire Brigade

Follow these three key rules:

1. In case of fire - Get Out, Stay Out. Smoke can kill.

2. Have working smoke alarms. This is a legal requirement for all rented properties. Maximum $10,000 fine for failing to install.

3. Never leave candles unattended.
Learn more

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2264 days ago

Thames Rotary - BBQ at Thames Fire Brigade

Marlene from Thames

Hi
Ever wanted to know about Thames Rotary projects? & also visit the Thames Fire Brigade? - Don't be shy, come to a BBQ on Monday night - 8th October at 6pm at the Thames Fire Brigade, Pauhau Street, Thames - $15 donation to Fire Brigade - contact Marlene on 0274811779 if you would … View more
Hi
Ever wanted to know about Thames Rotary projects? & also visit the Thames Fire Brigade? - Don't be shy, come to a BBQ on Monday night - 8th October at 6pm at the Thames Fire Brigade, Pauhau Street, Thames - $15 donation to Fire Brigade - contact Marlene on 0274811779 if you would like to come (I need to know numbers)

2263 days ago

Clevedon Street Market and Santa Parade

Jo from Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point

The Clevedon Community and Business Association are holding a Street Market and Santa Parade on the 1st December 2018. The street market is running from 10am - 2pm with the Santa Parade at 11am. If anyone is interested in participating either as a float or wants a market stall please either email… View moreThe Clevedon Community and Business Association are holding a Street Market and Santa Parade on the 1st December 2018. The street market is running from 10am - 2pm with the Santa Parade at 11am. If anyone is interested in participating either as a float or wants a market stall please either email me on j.maclean@barfoot.co.nz or call on 027 2911440

2265 days ago

You'll never want to sit in a normal bean bag again

Croco

Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!

Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.

View more
Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!

Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.

Enjoy our one and only pre-summer sale with a massive 40% off our bean bags collection!

You’ll be proud to show off your Croco bean bag to family and friends, but be careful – once someone sits in a Croco, they never want to move!

Croco bean bags are:
- designed from scratch in New Zealand
- stylish, contemporary fabrics such as denim and linen
- in-built structure for ultimate support and comfort
- special Smart Filling Design so you don’t spill a single bean
- 365-day warranty on all products

Discount offer valid to 07/10/2018. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Order bean bags!

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2266 days ago

Check out the winners!

Countdown

Thanks to everyone who entered our green tips competition—there were hundreds of fantastic tips, tricks, ideas and ways we can all help the environment. See the top ten tips here.

Find out more about Countdown's commitment to phasing-out single use plastic bags.
See the winners!

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2266 days ago

Poll: Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was debated.

But one debate is still ramping up - should the New Zealand Wars become a compulsory part of the curriculum? What do you think? Take part in our poll below!

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Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?
  • 33.6% Yes, it's an important part of our history
    33.6% Complete
  • 39.5% It should be taught, but shouldn't be compulsory
    39.5% Complete
  • 13.1% No, I'm against the idea
    13.1% Complete
  • 13.8% I'm for both te reo and the wars to be compulsory
    13.8% Complete
2408 votes
2267 days ago

Fires can be fatal

Chief Fire Officer from Pukekohe Volunteer Fire Brigade

Follow these three key rules:

1. In case of fire - Get Out, Stay Out. Smoke can kill.

2. Have working smoke alarms. This is a legal requirement for all rented properties. Maximum $10,000 fine for failing to install.

3. Never leave candles unattended.
Learn more

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2267 days ago

Spot South Auckland Guardians of the Environment

Nicole Stanton from

Watch the official Tiaki 2018 video in the link below!

Showcasing our talented South Auckland guardians of the environment.

We 💚 it! Tell us what you think in the comments below. 👇
🎥 Thanks David Weston for the awesome clip!

#Tiaki2018 #BeautifulManukau #EnvironmentalEducation … View more
Watch the official Tiaki 2018 video in the link below!

Showcasing our talented South Auckland guardians of the environment.

We 💚 it! Tell us what you think in the comments below. 👇
🎥 Thanks David Weston for the awesome clip!

#Tiaki2018 #BeautifulManukau #EnvironmentalEducation #SouthAucklandYouth #Leadership #Kaitiakitanga #Guardiansoftheenvironment

2274 days ago

Poll: Are you stockpiling plastic bags?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you going out of your way to collect plastic bags before they become illegal in NZ? Some Kiwis have admitted they are stockpiling bags before they can no longer get them from supermarkets and petrol stations.

It's been noticed that some customers have been taking … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you going out of your way to collect plastic bags before they become illegal in NZ? Some Kiwis have admitted they are stockpiling bags before they can no longer get them from supermarkets and petrol stations.

It's been noticed that some customers have been taking plastic bags for things like single chocolate bars and drinks "to save up".

Do you find plastic bags handy for bin liners? What eco-friendly tips and alternatives to plastic can you share with your neighbours? Leave a reply to share your thoughts.

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Are you stockpiling plastic bags?
  • 17.9% Yes, I've been collecting them
    17.9% Complete
  • 25.4% I'm saving the bags I have already
    25.4% Complete
  • 27.8% No, I no longer use plastic bags
    27.8% Complete
  • 28.9% I only use them when I forget my reusable ones
    28.9% Complete
658 votes
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