Karaka, Papakura

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

885 days ago

Growing Together - Walkable Catchments

The Team from Auckland Council

Have your say on our proposed walking distances around the city centre, other large centres, and rapid transit where more apartments are required to meet government’s new housing rules.

Consultation: 19 April - 9 May.

Find out more and give your feedback by clicking on 'Read … View more
Have your say on our proposed walking distances around the city centre, other large centres, and rapid transit where more apartments are required to meet government’s new housing rules.

Consultation: 19 April - 9 May.

Find out more and give your feedback by clicking on 'Read More'.
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886 days ago

Do you have a great persimmon recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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886 days ago

Ways to commemorate Anzac Day

Auckland Council

Auckland Council and the Auckland RSA have come together to provide plenty of opportunities for Aucklanders to honour the military veterans who displayed courage serving our country.

Although the number of in-person services and ceremonies across the region is reduced as a result of the … View more
Auckland Council and the Auckland RSA have come together to provide plenty of opportunities for Aucklanders to honour the military veterans who displayed courage serving our country.

Although the number of in-person services and ceremonies across the region is reduced as a result of the red-light setting during planning, there are still many ways to commemorate at home or in the community.

The dawn service at the Auckland War Memorial Museum is limited to veterans and invited guests only. The public are encouraged to view the service at home on Māori Television.

Visit ourauckland.nz/anzacday for ways to commemorate Anzac Day.
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886 days ago

One meal makes a huge difference

LIFE

Serving up to 300 meals at each of 8 locations across Auckland every week, LIFE Community Kitchens does more than provide free hot nutritious meals, it brings hope to families in need.

Donate now to ensure that the most vulnerable in our communities don’t go hungry.
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893 days ago

Membership

Beth from Takanini

Papatoetoe Lions Club needs new members. If you like eating, laughing, visiting ,listening or serving, we may be what you are looking for. Interested?
Ring Dave DENNEY 0272056665

886 days ago

Mediterranean Lunch by our Cookery students

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This week our Advanced cookery students designed a three-course menu that includes a fish dish, involving the filleting of a fish, freshly made pasta - ribbon or ravioli, plus dessert - all with a Mediterranean theme.
This is one of our most popular projects as the students must design a … View more
This week our Advanced cookery students designed a three-course menu that includes a fish dish, involving the filleting of a fish, freshly made pasta - ribbon or ravioli, plus dessert - all with a Mediterranean theme.
This is one of our most popular projects as the students must design a three-course menu, cost it in a spreadsheet to meet a specific budget, create a menu card and timeplan to help them execute the tasks. They must serve the menu to a guest who arrives at 12.30. Everything is done on the day. The students also get to sit with their guest to savour and enjoy their creations.

Along with our cookery students, the Food & Beverage, Level 4 students showcased excellent wine and food service to the guests.

Some of the dishes prepared were -
- Pan seared fish with salsa and mesclun salad
- Fettuccine Al Burro with handmade pasta
- Semolina cake soaked in orange blossom syrup, rosewater sorbet, pistachio crumb & candied orange peel

886 days ago

Get your home ready for winter!

Exceed - we fix windows & doors - Karaka

Draughts, leaks and poor insulation cause heat loss and uncomfortable breezes. Addressing draughts can make a big difference to your comfort – and your heating bill.

Exceed’s technicians can help you identify the source of issues with windows and doors and recommend simple solutions so you … View more
Draughts, leaks and poor insulation cause heat loss and uncomfortable breezes. Addressing draughts can make a big difference to your comfort – and your heating bill.

Exceed’s technicians can help you identify the source of issues with windows and doors and recommend simple solutions so you can feel warm and cosy at home.

Exceed are your local window and door specialists. We've been helping New Zealanders enjoy healthy, safe & secure homes for more than 30 years.

Let us help you draft-proof your windows & doors!

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887 days ago

The Cycle of Change.

Immerse Foster Care

Immerse provides Incourage, our new mum and baby service.

In our Incourage placements, we are able to bestow an assisted and semi-independent living arrangement inside one of our homes for babies and their mother’s.

Incourage provides a therapeutic environment for babies that are at risk … View more
Immerse provides Incourage, our new mum and baby service.

In our Incourage placements, we are able to bestow an assisted and semi-independent living arrangement inside one of our homes for babies and their mother’s.

Incourage provides a therapeutic environment for babies that are at risk of entering the care system to remain with their birth mothers. In our live-in foster homes, mum & baby receive a 24/7 wraparound service. Together with Immerse and other specialist services, Mum is supported to understand attachment, trauma, and to overcome addictions, while still caring for her baby. Make a difference, contact us today.
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913 days ago

How is your household saving money? *WIN*

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Auckland! We know life is tough, the price of living is soaring and the pressure on your household is rising with it.

But Aucklanders know how to manage the hard times, so let’s show the love and share your money saving tips to help-out fellow neighbours!

Comment below with ways your… View more
Hey Auckland! We know life is tough, the price of living is soaring and the pressure on your household is rising with it.

But Aucklanders know how to manage the hard times, so let’s show the love and share your money saving tips to help-out fellow neighbours!

Comment below with ways your household is saving money. Those tips might just help others struggle less.

Our two favourite tips will win a $50 Prezzy Card each! A little something to help your household smile. Share away neighbours!

Did you know comparing your bills is a good way to save money, read our top 5 reasons why.
Compare our tips

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888 days ago

BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING APRIL 27th

Virginia Warren from BPW Franklin Inc

SAVE THE DATE APRIL 27TH
Invitation to BPW Franklin Dinner meeting.
Date April 27th
Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Come to find out what resolutions BPW Franklin is taking to the National Conference
Cost: $30
Contact: bpwfranklinsec@gmail.comView more
SAVE THE DATE APRIL 27TH
Invitation to BPW Franklin Dinner meeting.
Date April 27th
Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Come to find out what resolutions BPW Franklin is taking to the National Conference
Cost: $30
Contact: bpwfranklinsec@gmail.com to book and obtain bank account details for payment by Sunday 24th April.
Visitors/guests are welcome to attend - resolutions affect all women and girls.

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889 days ago

The Acacia Cove Lifestyle

Acacia Cove Village

Acacia Cove is a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula.

For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green and gym.

Whether you choose to live in a … View more
Acacia Cove is a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula.

For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green and gym.

Whether you choose to live in a villa or one of our luxurious apartments, you'll have the security of a 24 hour, fully monitored emergency call system built in.

If you're aged 60 or over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Long time manager Bruce Cullington welcomes people to find out more about retirement village living and invites you to pay the village a visit
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890 days ago

Meal planning with Stuff’s Dinner Sorted

Stuff

Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole … View more
Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole family, sent to your inbox on Saturday mornings. As a bonus you'll also get our Weekend Baking collection, perfect for filling the baking tins, lunchboxes, or just that 4pm gap.

Sign up here it's free!
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891 days ago

Enjoy a Ryman village now

Making the move to a Ryman retirement village while you’re independent allows you to enjoy everything that’s on offer.

With assisted living, resthome, hospital and dementia care also onsite, if your partner needs care before you, knowing the village care centre is only a short stroll away … View more
Making the move to a Ryman retirement village while you’re independent allows you to enjoy everything that’s on offer.

With assisted living, resthome, hospital and dementia care also onsite, if your partner needs care before you, knowing the village care centre is only a short stroll away will help ease this transition.

Care options vary between villages.
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891 days ago

FREE - School Holiday Programme (2 weeks)

Ned Wanoa from Counties Manukau Badminton Association

Dear Parent's, Don't forget to bring your kids to our FREE Break-Away fun event at Counties Badminton hall, at 41 Elliot Street, Papakura. Just bring water bottle, lunch and maybe a sun hat, everything else will be provided. From age 5 to 17 years, starting Tuesday 19 April, starting at … View moreDear Parent's, Don't forget to bring your kids to our FREE Break-Away fun event at Counties Badminton hall, at 41 Elliot Street, Papakura. Just bring water bottle, lunch and maybe a sun hat, everything else will be provided. From age 5 to 17 years, starting Tuesday 19 April, starting at 11 am to 3 pm. Call me on 02102688435 if you have any questions.
Regards
Ned Wanoa
Coach

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892 days ago

Eggs & bunny ears

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Choose pretty patterned paper to make découpage eggs, then wrap them in bunny ear napkins to create a gorgeous table setting. Get creative with your Resene paint colours.
Find out how to create your own.

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