Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

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1755 days ago

We’re adjusting the electorate boundaries

Electoral Commission

We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View more
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.

Have your say now at vote.nz
Learn more

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1757 days ago

Sonographer strike expected to cause 'major disruption'

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Sonographers are going on strike for 12 weeks across Auckland's three district health boards from Saturday, potentially impacting patient wait times.

Have you been affected by the strike action?

Please write 'NFP' if your comments are not for print.

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1757 days ago

Now's the time for a clean out

The Team from Auckland Council

Every area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.

You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09… View more
Every area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.

You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09 301 0101
• Or visit one of our service centres

Once you’ve made a booking, you’ll be given a timeframe for when collections will happen in your area. You can book as early as you like and cancel if you no longer need the service. Book your inorganic collection today and help reduce waste going to landfill.
Book now

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1757 days ago

Order high quality photo prints online!

Printicular

Printicular lets you print photos from your phone or computer anytime, anywhere, with same day pick up from your local Warehouse Stationery.

Check out our range of print and poster options and give the gift of cherished memories to your loved ones in just a few clicks!
Print your happy

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1758 days ago

Recipe: Fried Garlic Prawns with Mayo

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Prawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.

Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are … View more
Prawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.

Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are larger. There are both freshwater and marine varieties. Most prawns are imported frozen into NZ although there is growing local supply. So when you see “fresh” prawns they have generally been defrosted. Fresh prawns in many cases appear green or grey and it is only when cooked, that the colour changes to what we recognise as “pink” prawns. If you buy prawns or scrimps that are pink, this means that they have been cooked.

Then, there are a series of questions to ask:
• Do you cook them in their shells or peel before cooking?
• Do you remove the head and just cook the tail?
• Do you remove the vein (intestinal tract) or black line that runs down the back?

You can use prawns for the same recipe whether they are peeled or deveined. Many people believe that cooking prawns with the shell will enhance the flavour of the broth and result in more succulent prawn meat. The downside is that they are a bit messier to eat. To peel the prawns, you just need to wriggle them a little and ease off the shell, piece by piece.

There is no big deal about cooking prawns with the head on – it is more a cultural thing about people not wanting to see the eyes! The head pulls off easily if you twist it. The tip of the tail can be removed in the same way.
The prawn is de-veined or has the intestinal tract removed as many consider it the prawn more attractive without the black line. It also removes the prawn's stomach waste so that you do not need to eat it! See below for the method.

Like all seafood, prawns should be eaten as soon as possible and not left in the refrigerator for days. If they smell off when you come to cook them, your only choice is to throw them out!

Fried in garlic and paired with home-made mayo showcases these crustaceans at their best.

Check out the full recipe on the link below.

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1759 days ago

Poll: Teens' behaviour using the internet

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Hi Neighbours, we are looking into teenagers' internet habits and keen to hear your experiences of your children's use of the interweb. We'd like to know, has your teenager skipped meals in order to spend time on the internet?

Teens' behaviour using the internet
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 54.6% No
    54.6% Complete
  • 3.9% I'm not sure
    3.9% Complete
972 votes
1759 days ago

Share your favourite blueberry recipe - *Win

The Team from Blueberry Country Ltd.

How creative can you get with blueberries? From cakes, to smoothies, salads, glazes and more - Blueberry Country wants to know your favourite recipe!

Simply send us your recipe with an image of what you've made, and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 Briscoes voucher. Competition ends … View more
How creative can you get with blueberries? From cakes, to smoothies, salads, glazes and more - Blueberry Country wants to know your favourite recipe!

Simply send us your recipe with an image of what you've made, and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 Briscoes voucher. Competition ends on the February 12, with winners announced on February 14. Go in the draw.
Enter now

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1759 days ago

The science behind the fun

The Mind Lab

Who’s fooling who? The Mind Lab @ MOTAT has been entertaining children for years. We say entertaining because that's what it feels like - to us and to them.

While you hear about dream jobs and movies and building marble runs and remote-controlled games, the learnings are building … View more
Who’s fooling who? The Mind Lab @ MOTAT has been entertaining children for years. We say entertaining because that's what it feels like - to us and to them.

While you hear about dream jobs and movies and building marble runs and remote-controlled games, the learnings are building websites; animation; exploring engineering and sustainability and engaging with coding and robotics.

Either way, our school holiday programmes are awesome!

The Mind Lab @ MOTAT is open for the holidays - let the games begin!
Suitable for ages 7-12
Book now

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1759 days ago

Beer glasses

Michael from Mangatawhiri - Maramarua

European beer glasses total of 26 all in perfect condition, ideal for the Man Cave. $25.00 for the lot.
Pickup Paparimu area.Now a total of 26 found 4 more.

Price: $25

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1771 days ago

Waterslide event in Pukekohe 6-17 Jan

Ondine from Drury

If you are looking for something to do with the kids these school holidays, Waterslide Mania is back at Pukekohe Showgrounds from 6-17 Jan. Six awesome slides (from small to big to long) for the whole family to enjoy. Tickets and event information available from www.wetnwildslides.co.nz....

1760 days ago

Setting up your food business

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Looking for tips on how to start your own food business? From farmer’s market concepts to the food truck, mobile cafes to private dining clubs, pop – up restaurants, catering and more. Learn from Celia Hay and find out more.
Sat 29 Feb, Sun 01 March 2020 (4 Sessions)
9:00 am – 3:00 pm

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1760 days ago

Want to make your community safer, more resilient and better connected in 2020? Become a Neighbourhood Supporter today! 🏠🧡

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

When you join a Neighbourhood Support group you will:

• Have a great way to get to know the people that live around you.

• Receive emails and alerts that will keep you up-to-date with news from our community partners, including New Zealand Police, Fire and Emergency NZ and NZ Civil Defence.

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When you join a Neighbourhood Support group you will:

• Have a great way to get to know the people that live around you.

• Receive emails and alerts that will keep you up-to-date with news from our community partners, including New Zealand Police, Fire and Emergency NZ and NZ Civil Defence.

• Gain tips and resources to improve your household and neighbourhood safety.

• Learn how you can be better prepared for emergencies, and more.

Best of all - it’s FREE to join!

Click below to learn more and find your nearest group today...

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1760 days ago

Time for a new future?

New Zealand Police

If you’re looking for a new job where you can make a difference in your community, a career with the New Zealand Police could be for you. We’re looking for people from a range of backgrounds, so the skills you already have could be just what you need to become a great cop.

Take the first … View more
If you’re looking for a new job where you can make a difference in your community, a career with the New Zealand Police could be for you. We’re looking for people from a range of backgrounds, so the skills you already have could be just what you need to become a great cop.

Take the first step at newcops.co.nz.
Find out more

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1760 days ago

Make a visit to start a conversation.

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Talking to a family member about care can be difficult. To help start a conversation, you’re invited to visit our Open Day this Sunday.

This is a chance for you, and your family members, to experience the feeling of community at Ryman Care, first-hand.
Find out more

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1767 days ago

Man who got laid off at Christmas holds 'I want full-time work' sign by roadside

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Does anyone have a job for David Cowgill?

The unemployed 62-year-old,who was hired in a day after holding up a "I need a job" sign by a road is back, looking for work again after he was laid off at Christmas.

David was seen standing the whole day on Tuesday at the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Does anyone have a job for David Cowgill?

The unemployed 62-year-old,who was hired in a day after holding up a "I need a job" sign by a road is back, looking for work again after he was laid off at Christmas.

David was seen standing the whole day on Tuesday at the Kumeū roundabout in north-west Auckland holding a new sign "I want full-time work. Laid off Xmas".

To read more, click here.

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