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938 days ago

Incredible Kai Experience

Lisa Beale from Beautification Trust

Finish off the school holidays with the free Incredible Kai Experience! Join us on Friday 29 April at the Auckland Botanic Gardens for a day full of activities and learning.

Morning combo, 10am to 12pm
Experience the Tuna (Eel) Workshop and Fun with Conscious Kids back-to-back! Get up close … View more
Finish off the school holidays with the free Incredible Kai Experience! Join us on Friday 29 April at the Auckland Botanic Gardens for a day full of activities and learning.

Morning combo, 10am to 12pm
Experience the Tuna (Eel) Workshop and Fun with Conscious Kids back-to-back! Get up close with the amazing aquatic wildlife that lives in the urban waterscapes of Tāmaki Makaurau with Brent Condon, a.k.a. the Eel Whisperer. You’ll also get the chance to cradle live eels and view inanga (wild fish) in the onsite touch tanks. Then get stuck into Flax Weaving, Clay Creations and the Taste Test - Kai Challenge! Includes lunch at 12pm.

Tuna (Eel) Workshop, 11am to 12pm
Get up close with the amazing aquatic wildlife that lives in the urban waterscapes of Tāmaki Makaurau with Brent Condon, a.k.a. the Eel Whisperer. You’ll also get the chance to cradle live eels and view inanga (wild fish) in the onsite touch tanks. Includes lunch at 12pm.

Lunch, 12pm to 1pm
Free hangi or vege curry for morning attendees, provided by Papatoetoe Food Hub. Register for one of the morning sessions to secure your lunch. www.beautification.org.nz...

Fun with Conscious Kids, 1pm to 4pm
Get stuck into Flax Weaving, Clay Creations and the Taste Test - Kai Challenge! This afternoon session wraps up with Campfire Connection at 3pm. Ignite and warm your tastebuds with a toasted marshmallow and a hot cup of cocoa while sharing stories and connecting around the fire.

Bookings are recommended, as spaces are limited. Some spaces may be available to those without bookings on the day.

This free event is brought to you by Brent Condon aka The Eel Whisperer, Papatoetoe Food Hub and Conscious Kids NZ as part of the Beautification Trust’s Eye on Nature EcoFest, a free month-long festival for families/whānau to connect with the environment.

BYO morning tea/afternoon tea snacks and reusable water bottle (water stations are available to fill up).

Our in-person events are held at the Eye on Nature EcoFest Hub on the central lawn at the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Covid-19 Safety
· We encourage you to wear a face mask and maintain social distancing.
· This event will take place outdoors.

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938 days ago

Auckland is at Orange – here’s what you need to know

The Team from Auckland Council

Auckland is now at Orange. Find out everything you need to know by clicking on 'Read More'.

Please continue to wear a face mask inside our public facilities, such as museums and libraries.

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938 days ago

Mega Easter Bed Sale!

Beds4U

Hop-Hop-Hooray! The Easter bunny has come early🐰

Don't miss these Mega discounts on our range of premium New Zealand made Beds & Mattresses. Shop your dreamy new bed now to save UP TO 60% OFF WITH FREE LOCAL DELIVERY* 😍 Now that's an offer you don't want to lose, so … View more
Hop-Hop-Hooray! The Easter bunny has come early🐰

Don't miss these Mega discounts on our range of premium New Zealand made Beds & Mattresses. Shop your dreamy new bed now to save UP TO 60% OFF WITH FREE LOCAL DELIVERY* 😍 Now that's an offer you don't want to lose, so hurry!

👉 Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!

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*Apply Code "EASTER22" to your cart to claim free local delivery. Free Shipping on ONLINE ORDERS above $899 and only valid for shipping rates under $99.
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940 days ago

Commemorating Anzac Day

The Team from Auckland Council

We have come together with the Auckland RSA (Returned Services Association) to provide plenty of opportunities for all Aucklanders to honour the military veterans they know.
Find out more about:
- Services across Auckland.
- Auckland landmarks lighting up.
- Field of Remembrance.
- Warbirds… View more
We have come together with the Auckland RSA (Returned Services Association) to provide plenty of opportunities for all Aucklanders to honour the military veterans they know.
Find out more about:
- Services across Auckland.
- Auckland landmarks lighting up.
- Field of Remembrance.
- Warbirds over Tāmaki.
- Explore the Auckland War Memorial Museum.
- Online Cenotaph.
- Decorate your home.

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940 days ago

For a goodbye to remember

Grahams Funeral Service

Create a personalised funeral with Grahams today.

At Grahams Funeral Services, we understand every funeral is different because every person and their family’s situation is unique. We always strive to arrange a funeral meticulously and sensitively to ensure that the service provides a … View more
Create a personalised funeral with Grahams today.

At Grahams Funeral Services, we understand every funeral is different because every person and their family’s situation is unique. We always strive to arrange a funeral meticulously and sensitively to ensure that the service provides a meaningful and specific ceremony to farewell your loved one in the best possible way.

Here at Grahams we encourage families to personalise funerals as much as possible. We believe each funeral should be a representation of the person you have lost, their life and all it meant.
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941 days ago

Most trusted NZ crypto exchange

Easy Crypto

Come see what all the fuss is about and invest in crypto with Easy Crypto, NZ’s most trusted crypto currency exchange.

With quick sign up, no sneaky crypto transaction fees and one of the safest & most beginner-friendly platforms on the market, you’ll be buying your first crypto in … View more
Come see what all the fuss is about and invest in crypto with Easy Crypto, NZ’s most trusted crypto currency exchange.

With quick sign up, no sneaky crypto transaction fees and one of the safest & most beginner-friendly platforms on the market, you’ll be buying your first crypto in minutes! Easy.

Based in NZ and giving you access to over 150 coins, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, Easy Crypto understands starting out in Crypto can be tricky, so we’ve made it easy to do! Sign up today we’ll even give you $10 credit to get started! Ts&Cs apply.
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941 days ago

Poverty robs children of their dreams.

Variety

In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids like Aiden are waiting for help.

That’s not fair, when a child’s dreams can be so simple. Aiden just dreams of joining the big kids at school, with the proper uniform.

With living costs skyrocketing, hardworking parents are finding it more … View more
In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids like Aiden are waiting for help.

That’s not fair, when a child’s dreams can be so simple. Aiden just dreams of joining the big kids at school, with the proper uniform.

With living costs skyrocketing, hardworking parents are finding it more difficult to provide their children with essentials like bedding, school uniforms or shoes. These children are also likely to miss out on important opportunities such as camp or swimming lessons.

You can change one young life today. Visit https://www.variety.org.nz/donate/sponsor-a-child/ to sponsor a Kiwi kid.
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946 days ago

Drury Rugby Club Centenary ANZAC weekend 22-24 April 2022

Rod from Drury

Present and past club members and guests are invited. Come along and catch up with old friends at the Drury Rugby Club, Tui Street Drury.
ANZAC Weekend, 22-24 April 2022

Friday Night – Mix & Mingle from 5.30pm, cash bar and bistro meals

Saturday – rugby games in the afternoon from … View more
Present and past club members and guests are invited. Come along and catch up with old friends at the Drury Rugby Club, Tui Street Drury.
ANZAC Weekend, 22-24 April 2022

Friday Night – Mix & Mingle from 5.30pm, cash bar and bistro meals

Saturday – rugby games in the afternoon from 1pm
Saturday Night - all welcome, bar & bistro open from 1pm until late, live band from 8.30pm
Saturday Night Gala Dinner- limited ticket sales, book now, 6.30-7.30pm, guest speakers

Sunday – Old Boys game from 1pm

More info and to register for gala dinner tickets: www.druryrugby.co.nz...

2022 04 April - Centenary poster 1 pdf.pdf Download View

942 days ago

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Stuff

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Based on the Stuff column, the newsletter showcases five happy things from the news, for a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness in the… View more
The Antidote delivers your daily dose of good news each weekday afternoon, straight to your inbox.

Based on the Stuff column, the newsletter showcases five happy things from the news, for a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness in the world.
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943 days ago

Get an EPIC EASTER EXCLUSIVE DEAL!

NZ Compare

The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy! He’s delivered some epic exclusive deals on broadband just in time for the holidays!

No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband plans starting from $65/m with 6 months of FREE Neon and Amazon Prime with 2degrees or … View more
The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy! He’s delivered some epic exclusive deals on broadband just in time for the holidays!

No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband plans starting from $65/m with 6 months of FREE Neon and Amazon Prime with 2degrees or $85/m plus a HUGE $255 welcome credit with Now Broadband?

Exclusive to NZ Compare, you won’t get these deals anywhere else. Hop to it neighbours, before they go!

Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across power, broadband and money.
GET EPIC EASTER DEALS

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944 days ago

Easter and Anzac Day waste collections

The Team from Auckland Council

Rubbish and recycling collection times may change from 11 to 29 Apr due to public holidays. Check your collection dates and sign up for our holiday text reminders by clicking on Read More.

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944 days ago

Auckland participants needed for pregnancy research

Auckland University of Technology

We are looking to engage with wahine who are hoping to soon be pregnant or who are in the first two trimesters of their pregnancy for the Physical Evolution Through Pregnancy project at AUT Millennium (Antares Place, Albany, Auckland).

Our aim is to develop new knowledge to support health … View more
We are looking to engage with wahine who are hoping to soon be pregnant or who are in the first two trimesters of their pregnancy for the Physical Evolution Through Pregnancy project at AUT Millennium (Antares Place, Albany, Auckland).

Our aim is to develop new knowledge to support health practices relating to the physical and functional changes women undergo throughout pregnancy.

By being involved you will receive personal tracking of physical changes throughout your pregnancy and expert advice through educational sessions and workshops for wellbeing support.

More information can be found on our website where you can submit an expression of interest to connect with the team.
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944 days ago

Manukau Sports Bowl upgrade: Have your say!

Eke Panuku Development Auckland

Hey Manukau, we want to know what upgrades you want prioritised for the Manukau Sports Bowl.

What do you want to see? A walking / cycling track? An athletics track? A new court for basketball and volleyball? More specially designed hang-out spaces? Let us know.

This upgrade is going to be a … View more
Hey Manukau, we want to know what upgrades you want prioritised for the Manukau Sports Bowl.

What do you want to see? A walking / cycling track? An athletics track? A new court for basketball and volleyball? More specially designed hang-out spaces? Let us know.

This upgrade is going to be a big boost for south Auckland. You have until Tuesday 26 April – read the full story and have your say.
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944 days ago

IMPT: Kinder Surprise recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Ferrero International S.A. is recalling Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs from New Zealand shelves because of potential contamination with salmonella bacteria.

It forms part of a global recall of affected product, which was manufactured in a Belgian factory. There have been cases of illnesses … View more
Ferrero International S.A. is recalling Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs from New Zealand shelves because of potential contamination with salmonella bacteria.

It forms part of a global recall of affected product, which was manufactured in a Belgian factory. There have been cases of illnesses reportedly linked to the product overseas, but there have been no confirmed cases in New Zealand.

The following product is in New Zealand and is affected by this issue and has been recalled:

· Kinder Surprise Maxi 100g (Natoons variety) with batch number L298R03UNB and best before date of 23 August 2022.

The following types of products have been recalled overseas and may also be in New Zealand:

· Kinder Surprise
· Kinder Surprise Maxi
· Kinder Mini Eggs
· Kinder Schokobon
· Kinder Egg Hunt
· Kinder Mix
· Kinder Maxi Mix
· Kinder Happy Moment

People who have Kinder Surprise eggs at home are encouraged to check the label to ensure it is not affected by the recall. Further details are soon to be published on the New Zealand Food Safety Authority's website

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945 days ago

Free workshops at the Auckland Botanic Gardens this week

Louise Beuvink from Beautification Trust

We had a fantastic start to Eye on Nature EcoFest last weekend! We still have lots more on offer, check out the free workshops coming up this week 👀

Bookings are recommended as spaces are limited. Check out the programme and book online: www.beautification.org.nz...

P.S. Every time you … View more
We had a fantastic start to Eye on Nature EcoFest last weekend! We still have lots more on offer, check out the free workshops coming up this week 👀

Bookings are recommended as spaces are limited. Check out the programme and book online: www.beautification.org.nz...

P.S. Every time you come along to a free workshop at the Auckland Botanic Gardens, you'll go in the draw for a spot prize! So make the most of what's on and you could be winner 🤩

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