Waiwera, Orewa

1886 days ago

Recipe: Asparagus with parmigiano and mayonnaise

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Here's a great dish to make the most of asparagus when they're at their best.

Serves 4
Ingredients
20 Asparagus, spears (5-6 asparagus spears per person)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Mayonnaise
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Here's a great dish to make the most of asparagus when they're at their best.

Serves 4
Ingredients
20 Asparagus, spears (5-6 asparagus spears per person)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Mayonnaise
50 g Parmigiano cheese, grated

Directions

1. Snap off the asparagus ends or peel the last 2-3 centimetres.
2. Heat a pot of water to blanch the asparagus.
3. Add salt and sugar to the water — this helps heighten the green colour of the asparagus.
4. When water reaches a rolling boil, add the asparagus. Cover with a lid and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Drain in a sink with cold running water and ice if you have it.
6. Remove from the water when cool and drain and place on a serving plate.
7. Combine the parmigiano and mayonnaise and pour over the asparagus.
8. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve.

For the Mayonnaise recipe follow the link below!

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1885 days ago

Term 4 tuition reinforces a year full of learning.

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

We all know how important it is to finish well. There is nothing more frustrating to see our children having a fantastic year and then “dropping the ball” in the last few weeks and losing momentum. Term 4 sees a consolidation of work learnt during the year and developing a platform to launch … View moreWe all know how important it is to finish well. There is nothing more frustrating to see our children having a fantastic year and then “dropping the ball” in the last few weeks and losing momentum. Term 4 sees a consolidation of work learnt during the year and developing a platform to launch the next academic year. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that our students are motivated until the end and well prepared for the next step. Call now to book your free assessment and introductory lesson.

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1885 days ago

National Gardening Week: Flower Power

Yates Gardener

The call is out to bring back flowers and create a riot of colour in gardens this October for National Gardening Week!

National Gardening Week: Flower Power - 21-28 October 2019

To get you started flower-bombing register online between 1st and 14th October to receive a free packet of seedsView more
The call is out to bring back flowers and create a riot of colour in gardens this October for National Gardening Week!

National Gardening Week: Flower Power - 21-28 October 2019

To get you started flower-bombing register online between 1st and 14th October to receive a free packet of seeds from Yates flower range including flowers for colour & bees.

We’re also on the search for Yates Budding Young Gardener 2019, the lucky winner will become a Yates Kid Ambassador for one year and win a family trip for four, to Hawaii. Entries close 6th October.
T's & C's apply.
Find out more

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1885 days ago

Celebrate the Kowhai Festival!

The Team from Auckland Council

A very special outdoor screening of The Greatest Showman (starring Hugh Jackman) is happening at Shoesmith Domain in Warkworth on October 19. Bring your own picnic and some sort of seating. Learn more

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1886 days ago

Have you passed "inheritance" on to your kids?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

1886 days ago

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st ⚠️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View more
Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.

This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.

Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZprepared

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1887 days ago

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you … View more
The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you think?

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Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?
  • 20.7% Absolutely - young people are our future!
    20.7% Complete
  • 68.2% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
    68.2% Complete
  • 11% It depends on the 16-year-old
    11% Complete
1259 votes
1886 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.

For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
Book now

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1886 days ago

Cash for cars - get your wreck off the road!

The Team from AAA Auto Parts

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free … View more
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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1887 days ago

A great evening last night at Harmony Circle!

Paula from Snells Beach & Mahurangi East

A great evening last night at Harmony Circle! A night that came about by pure chance but sometimes some things are just meant to be…. And it was a night that brought about a opportunity for people within the group to share if they chose to - a combination of an interesting, fun and successful … View moreA great evening last night at Harmony Circle! A night that came about by pure chance but sometimes some things are just meant to be…. And it was a night that brought about a opportunity for people within the group to share if they chose to - a combination of an interesting, fun and successful night thanks to everyone there!
Next meeting Sunday 13th October 7pm start.

Would you like come along? But just not quite sure what this is all about? Just turn up or contact us either on 027 239 9182 or email warkworthharmonycircle@ gmail.com for further info;

We have MUCH more going on that the Sunday evening meetings…. Truly worth just checking it all out….

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1891 days ago

Should there be less politicking and more progress?

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours, Councillor Penny Hulse is stepping out of politics after 27 years in Auckland. She has reflected on successes, but also the rising "Trumpification" of politics, and excess point-scoring around the council table. Do you agree ? Read the story below:

(Please type NFP if your… View more
Hi Neighbours, Councillor Penny Hulse is stepping out of politics after 27 years in Auckland. She has reflected on successes, but also the rising "Trumpification" of politics, and excess point-scoring around the council table. Do you agree ? Read the story below:

(Please type NFP if your comment is not for print)

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1887 days ago

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.

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1887 days ago

So you think you're not going to vote ? Try this :

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? … View more
Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? Read the story below:


(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

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1887 days ago

Night at the Museum - Landlubbers to Scurvy Dogs

The Team from Auckland Museum

Ahoy ye families!

Grab a torch and join our adventurers and suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company.

It’s going to be all hands on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and … View more
Ahoy ye families!

Grab a torch and join our adventurers and suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company.

It’s going to be all hands on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and sample some delightful 18th century naval food. Mmmm, pease porridge, anyone?

Discover stories and traditions of tangata whenua as encountered by that first bewildered bunch of seafarers. And how do you communicate if you don’t speak the same language? Try to dodge muddles and mix-ups once we reach the Pacific.

● TUE 1, WED 2, THU 3, SUN 6, FRI 11 & SUN 13 OCT, 6PM - 8.30PM​
● $25 EARLYBIRD (UNTIL 8 SEP), $30 GENERAL ADMISSION
Learn more

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