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1058 days ago

Explore Tāmaki Makaurau this summer

The Team from Auckland Council

Kia ora Aucklanders! Register now for your chance to receive an Explore Tāmaki Makaurau voucher that you can use towards a bunch of epic activities and attractions across Auckland. 100,000 vouchers are up for grabs! You can register to receive either one $100 family voucher or one $50 individual … View moreKia ora Aucklanders! Register now for your chance to receive an Explore Tāmaki Makaurau voucher that you can use towards a bunch of epic activities and attractions across Auckland. 100,000 vouchers are up for grabs! You can register to receive either one $100 family voucher or one $50 individual voucher.
ℹ️ Register now by clicking on 'Read More'.
🙋 For any questions, check out the FAQs by clicking on 'Read More'.

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1058 days ago

Give kindness, this Christmas

Trade Me

We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll … View more
We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll find a bunch of opportunities to give to Kiwis in need.

100% of your purchase goes directly to your charity of choice, and if you’ve been wondering what to give someone this year, a Kindness Store gift might be the perfect solution!

Just pick, click, and ‘Give Now’ – we’ll get it to the charity for you. Easy.
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1058 days ago

Helping each other through COVID-19

Ministry of Health

With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and … View more
With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate, have food, medications and supplies available. Make a plan with neighbours, friends or whānau to support each other.

If you need more help to manage at home, you can also access a COVID-19 welfare line on 0800 512 337

Find tips here
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1059 days ago

For a goodbye to remember

Grahams Funeral Service

At Grahams we believe a funeral is meant to tell a story of a loved one’s life and we want to help every family tell the best story they can. A funeral service is an opportunity to share and remember and be united in grief.

Following a funeral, our care continues. We offer … View more
At Grahams we believe a funeral is meant to tell a story of a loved one’s life and we want to help every family tell the best story they can. A funeral service is an opportunity to share and remember and be united in grief.

Following a funeral, our care continues. We offer grief support and counselling, and our monumental team can assist with designing and providing a headstone, plaque or monument which will stand the test of time and continue to memorialise you loved one for years and generations to come.
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1059 days ago

Discover the wonder of Christmas!

LIFE

Discover the wonder of Christmas lights across Auckland by using our helpful map to find streets in your neighbourhood with lights that you can enjoy, all from the comfort of your car.

Help us to share the wonder and add a street to our map!

And if you're looking to make the most of the … View more
Discover the wonder of Christmas lights across Auckland by using our helpful map to find streets in your neighbourhood with lights that you can enjoy, all from the comfort of your car.

Help us to share the wonder and add a street to our map!

And if you're looking to make the most of the season, we invite you to celebrate the wonder of Christmas wherever you are with LIFE. Our Christmas services will be streaming exclusively online this year on Christmas Eve and Day.

Find out more at christmasatlife.co.nz/lights.
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1060 days ago

Mediterranean Lunch by Advanced chefs

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Here is the three course Mediterranean luncheon with the menu designed and costed by each to incorporate fresh bold flavours. Their guest and also sat down and ate with them.

The first dish is a entreé prepared by Pani - Mini salad with olive oil, mints and garlic. The second dish is a main by … View more
Here is the three course Mediterranean luncheon with the menu designed and costed by each to incorporate fresh bold flavours. Their guest and also sat down and ate with them.

The first dish is a entreé prepared by Pani - Mini salad with olive oil, mints and garlic. The second dish is a main by Naoko - Snapper with fresh ciabatta and the dessert is a Greek bougatsa with pickled strawberries by Claudia.

1060 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable (It means better choices)

The Warehouse

Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and … View more
Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
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1061 days ago

Wanted Chest Freezer

Vicky from Hunua

Looking for a old chest freezer. Doesn't have to work. Bigger the better.

1061 days ago

Christmas isn’t cancelled

Christmas Box

For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View more
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
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1062 days ago

Explore the mighty Waikato this summer

Hamilton Waikato Tourism

Soak up the sun this summer in the mighty Waikato. With so much to see and do, from Middle-earth movie magic and tonnes of family friendly fun to underground wonders, the bohemian coastal town of Raglan, gourmet delights and much more….

Check out the top 10 activities on offer in the Waikato … View more
Soak up the sun this summer in the mighty Waikato. With so much to see and do, from Middle-earth movie magic and tonnes of family friendly fun to underground wonders, the bohemian coastal town of Raglan, gourmet delights and much more….

Check out the top 10 activities on offer in the Waikato and start planning your summer adventure.
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1063 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

The latest issue of our Seniors Newsletter is here. In this issue we discuss ways to stay hydrated over summer, catch up with a 73 year old fish scientist, discuss health insurance, plus much more!

Read it here now: bit.ly...

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1063 days ago

New NZQA Micro-Credentials

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

We shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this … View moreWe shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this story.

With NZQA approval for 13 micro-credentials, the New Zealand School Food and Wine hopes to inspire and attract new people to jobs in hospitality, wine and tourism and also enhance wider community understanding of our food and beverage story.

We export food and wine to the world, yet pride in this achievement is often lacking by our own communities.

There is a crisis right now because job-seekers, including school leavers, are being pushed into other industries especially the building trades. There is a perfect storm of government incentives paid to employers, along with negative counsel from career advisors and families warning young people off seeking careers in hospitality and tourism. This is resulting in a critical lack of workers.

In developing this suite of short, part-time micro-credentials that range from classic cooking to food and beverage history to food costing and digital marketing, we are seeking to inspire people to dip their toes into our sector, even if they are currently working or studying elsewhere.

In addition, these micro-credentials enable people already employed to develop new skills and craft new talents but to also signal that this career pathways is valid, diverse and on-going. Just look at our food heros, like Peter Gordon and Annabel Langbein, now in their 60s, with a tremendous backstory.
From the various lockdowns, we know that people find joy in cooking and that people are curious to develop new talents in the kitchen; that wine and cocktails are cool and fun; that an important part of any tourism destination is the food and beverage offering whether as a winery cellar door experience or paddock to plate cuisine.

Online Options
Online study options are embedded in many of the short programmes, enabling people from around the country to study about New Zealand wine or learn how to write an electronic newsletter or find out more about our food history.
The micro-credentials are equally suitable for the consumer; the food and wine lover who just wants to learn more. In building broader community understanding and respect for the food and beverage culture of Aotearoa-New Zealand, inevitably we will see more people attracted to work in our sector. That is the shared goal of these new programmes.

1063 days ago

Have Your Say: Draft Regional Parks Management Plan

The Team from Auckland Council

We would like your feedback to help finalise the draft plan in 2022, providing the best guidance possible for our precious regional parks for the next decade.

📅 Consultation open from 10 December 2021 to 4 March 2022.

ℹ️ Have Your Say by clicking on 'Read More'.

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1063 days ago

Is your property climate resilient?

Climate Insights

Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.

To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family … View more
Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.

To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family enjoy your property.

The Climate Insights property report is a great place to start when buying, renting or investing in a house.
Download your Property Climate Risk Report

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1078 days ago

Poll: Where would you most like to go once NZ borders open?

Collision Connect

Collision Connect is redefining collision repairs. We are based in both Huntly and Cambridge.

A range of services are available from collision repair and car painting to windscreen repair and replacement. Our qualified team will get you back on the road safely and efficiently, without any … View more
Collision Connect is redefining collision repairs. We are based in both Huntly and Cambridge.

A range of services are available from collision repair and car painting to windscreen repair and replacement. Our qualified team will get you back on the road safely and efficiently, without any mucking around.

Call us now on 0800 799 961.
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Where would you most like to go once NZ borders open?
  • 51.2% Australia
    51.2% Complete
  • 28.4% Europe
    28.4% Complete
  • 11% United States
    11% Complete
  • 9.4% Bali
    9.4% Complete
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