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Dear neighbours, our readers love learning things from other readers, so we're looking for recipes for pumpkin to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by January 26, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the March issue of NZ Gardener.
Embark on a fantastic 2024 journey! WIN your share of $240 (We have 4 X $60 gift cards to giveaway).
Simply tell us which bill you want to SAVE on this year - is it your power bill, or maybe your broadband, mobile phone, or mortgage? CLICK below to participate.
NZ Compare 's 2024 goal … View moreEmbark on a fantastic 2024 journey! WIN your share of $240 (We have 4 X $60 gift cards to giveaway).
Simply tell us which bill you want to SAVE on this year - is it your power bill, or maybe your broadband, mobile phone, or mortgage? CLICK below to participate.
NZ Compare 's 2024 goal is helping more Kiwis COMPARE and SAVE!
Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!
It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.… View moreNot all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!
It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.
The resulting hilarious sequence of dry, but complimentary-to-Ryman, one-liners left the audience calling for Doug to have his own show. One fan even touted him as the next PM!
What viewers didn’t know, however, was that behind the droll exterior, Doug was dealing with the loss of his beloved wife Jan.
Click to read Doug's story.
A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!
And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their … View moreA huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!
And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their entries.
Tracey Rose
Julie Chamberlain
Selina Chan
Alexi White
Robert Brumm
Maria Wood
Kerena Davidson
Julie Gregory
Mark Williams
Glen Adams
Embark on a thrilling journey into the skies with Ross at Fraser Adult Community Education's Introduction to Drones course.
Perfect for enthusiasts and beginners alike, this hands-on program offers a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of drone technology. Learn the … View moreEmbark on a thrilling journey into the skies with Ross at Fraser Adult Community Education's Introduction to Drones course.
Perfect for enthusiasts and beginners alike, this hands-on program offers a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of drone technology. Learn the essentials of drone operation, safety protocols, and unleash your creativity through practical flight exercises. Led by experienced instructors, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of drone capabilities and applications.
Whether you're interested in aerial photography, recreational flying, or potential career paths, Introduction to Drones at Fraser Adult Community Education is your gateway to mastering the art of drone piloting.
Are you looking for a comfortable and natural-looking solution to replace your missing teeth?
If so, you might want to consider flexible partial dentures. Unlike regular dentures, flexible partials are made of a thin thermoplastic material that bends and adapts to your mouth. They also have no … View moreAre you looking for a comfortable and natural-looking solution to replace your missing teeth?
If so, you might want to consider flexible partial dentures. Unlike regular dentures, flexible partials are made of a thin thermoplastic material that bends and adapts to your mouth. They also have no metal parts, so they blend in with your gums and teeth. Flexible partial dentures are easy to clean and wear, and they can improve your smile and confidence.
Contact The Denture Man - to find out more about this amazing option!
Dear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting… View moreDear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2024 winners will be announced in the April 2024 issue of NZ Gardener, and the winner receives more than $2500 worth of prizes.
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.
Make this … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it! Don’t forget, tickets also make great gifts.
Celebrate the Heart Foundation’s 30th Birthday Lottery and get your tickets today.
Demands on the health system mean research is often a low priority for government funding.
Various trusts therefore exist to facilitate health research, and three of them have philanthropic funds at Momentum Waikato that welcome public donations.
The Waikato Sick Babies Trust supports … View moreDemands on the health system mean research is often a low priority for government funding.
Various trusts therefore exist to facilitate health research, and three of them have philanthropic funds at Momentum Waikato that welcome public donations.
The Waikato Sick Babies Trust supports neonatal research and staff development in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit at Waikato Hospital.
The Waikato Medical Research Foundation backs small innovative research projects and builds local capacity.
The Vision Research Foundation brings about life-changing discoveries by supporting research beyond ‘safe and incremental’.
Want to know more about these Funds? Click here and then select by title.
Don't start the new year with dirty dentures! Let us know below how often you think dentures should be cleaned. Curious about dentures? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us today.
Dive into the quintessential Kiwi summer with sparkling beaches, iconic Pohutukawa trees, and the aroma of a classic sausage sizzle!
Explore Aotearoa's hidden gems and popular spots that captivate both locals and tourists during the scorching summer season.
Unlock the potential of your unused space, whether it's a shed, garage or paddock and start making it work for you.
Kiwis from all over New Zealand are looking to rent affordable space for storage, a workshop or an event.
Visit - let us help you find the perfect renter for your space.
The Freshwater Clam is an invasive species that has made its way to New Zealand.
They can harm our lakes, rivers and everything we love about the water, from boating and fishing to swimming and competing.
To help stop the spread of the Freshwater Clam, … View moreThe Freshwater Clam is an invasive species that has made its way to New Zealand.
They can harm our lakes, rivers and everything we love about the water, from boating and fishing to swimming and competing.
To help stop the spread of the Freshwater Clam, please follow the new check-clean-dry requirements when moving between rivers and lakes this summer to protect the water we love.
Fraser ACE proudly introduces our new tutor Sarah taking our New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) course, aimed at fostering inclusivity and effective communication.
Designed for learners of all backgrounds, this course is a gateway to understanding and mastering one of the country's official … View moreFraser ACE proudly introduces our new tutor Sarah taking our New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) course, aimed at fostering inclusivity and effective communication.
Designed for learners of all backgrounds, this course is a gateway to understanding and mastering one of the country's official languages. Led by Sarah Mason, an experienced instructor, participants will delve into the rich culture of NZSL, honing essential communication skills through engaging lessons and practical applications. Whether for personal enrichment, professional development, or to communicate with the Deaf community, this course empowers individuals to break down barriers and build connections through the beauty of sign language.
Welcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.
This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of … View moreWelcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.
This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of downsizing – what to do with gifts and heirlooms. Whether you need to free up space in your own home or are helping someone else to downsize, this is a task that can feel daunting and emotionally charged.
Although it might be tempting to box everything up and hide it away to deal with another day, that just passes the problem down the road to your future self or to your family.
Fortunately, there are ways to downsize gifts and heirlooms that honour and remember the past whilst enabling you to rightsize your life for the present day.
Click to read more.
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