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1946 days ago

Wool Donations

Dawn from Clarks Beach - Waiau Pa

“My name is Dawn Campbell and I am a Superannuit
who knits cot blankets for premature babies in hospital which
are given to the mothers to take home with their babies.
I also knit Beanies & scarves for adults, Beanies & slippers for
children that are distributed through The City Mission.… View more
“My name is Dawn Campbell and I am a Superannuit
who knits cot blankets for premature babies in hospital which
are given to the mothers to take home with their babies.
I also knit Beanies & scarves for adults, Beanies & slippers for
children that are distributed through The City Mission.
With the price of wool being so dear I cannot keep up
with these needs.
If you have any spare wool, any colour, any ply, I would
greatly appreciate your passing it on to me.
The Pukekohe Citizens Advice Bureau has very kindly agreed to be
a drop off area for the wool, Their address is
Central Park
cr Opaheke Road and Chapel Street
Parking in Chapel Street or rear of Elizabeth Campbell Complex.
or my address is: 2 Charles Miller Court, Clarks Beach.
phone No 09 232 0104 or 021629286.
If possible I will pick up from you. Thanks in advance.

Free

1946 days ago

Poll: Should NZ schools have gender-neutral uniforms?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

A new law in Wales says schools are required to have gender-neutral uniforms.

This means that while uniforms can include both skirts and pants, schools can't label these as "girls" or "boys" items.

Should NZ follow suit?

To read more, click here.

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Should NZ schools have gender-neutral uniforms?
  • 51.1% Yes
    51.1% Complete
  • 48.9% No
    48.9% Complete
1743 votes
1946 days ago

Kids only - keep out!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Kid’s love somewhere to hide and seek.


This day tent is a perfect fort for indoors or a place to retreat from the sun when playing outside, with highlights of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick … View more
Kid’s love somewhere to hide and seek.


This day tent is a perfect fort for indoors or a place to retreat from the sun when playing outside, with highlights of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1947 days ago

Waltz to better brain health

Dementia Auckland

Did you know… there’s no dementia when you’re dancing? Research tells us that dancing frequently makes us smarter, instils confidence and is one of the most effective ways to offer protection against developing dementia.

Join us on the red carpet as we waltz our way to better brain health… View more
Did you know… there’s no dementia when you’re dancing? Research tells us that dancing frequently makes us smarter, instils confidence and is one of the most effective ways to offer protection against developing dementia.

Join us on the red carpet as we waltz our way to better brain health with the Still Me Gala Ball in support of Dementia Auckland.

Friday 8 November 2019, 6pm to 11.30pm
Cordis Hotel, Auckland

For more information and to buy tickets visit us here.

The night will be full of exciting entertainment with host Mike McRoberts.
Book tickets!

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1947 days ago

Keep NZ homes stink bug free

Biosecurity New Zealand

The brown marmorated stink bug is a pest that can infest your home in the thousands, stinks when crushed, and is almost impossible to get rid of. It is also a major threat to our fruit and vegetable industries.

It’s not in New Zealand yet and we want to keep it that way. It hibernates inside … View more
The brown marmorated stink bug is a pest that can infest your home in the thousands, stinks when crushed, and is almost impossible to get rid of. It is also a major threat to our fruit and vegetable industries.

It’s not in New Zealand yet and we want to keep it that way. It hibernates inside homes.
Find out more

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1947 days ago

Trailer:suit contractor

Morris from Bombay

Comes with hydraulic gantry hoist, pallet lifter and one bin.
Petrol powered hydraulic pump.
Will lift 500kg of dead weight or will tip one tonne.
Size of deck is 3m x 1.96m
Can roll bin on and off.

Price: $7,995

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1947 days ago

Thank you: The Southern Trust

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🙏🏻 A huge thank you to The Southern Trust for their amazing support of our National Support Office!

Your contribution really does make a difference to the lives of thousands of Tamariki across Aotearoa!

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1947 days ago

Chef for the day

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Join Chef Finn Gybel, to prepare a mid - winter feast that draws inspiration from the culinary traditions of the Nordic region along with our own lamb steamed and smoked in an urban hāngi. Then sit down to enjoy the feast.
Sunday, 28 July | 2:00 - 10:00 PM

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1947 days ago

BPW Candlelighting celebration

Virginia from Pukekohe

BPW Franklin Inc celebrated the international candlelighting night in June when we come together to participate in a special tribute to one of the world’s most influential organizations, the International Federation of Business and Professional Women, which unites women around the world. Although… View moreBPW Franklin Inc celebrated the international candlelighting night in June when we come together to participate in a special tribute to one of the world’s most influential organizations, the International Federation of Business and Professional Women, which unites women around the world. Although its members speak in many languages and live in countries with differing traditions, they share the same determination of purpose. We aim to achieve a just and equal status for women in all levels and areas of society where decisions are taken in true partnership with men, based on mutual respect, for a more balance and peaceful world.

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1947 days ago

Gap Year - Mocktail Workshop

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Calling all Auckland high school students to join us TODAY for a fun afternoon preparing Mocktails and exploring career opportunities. (Free Session)

Thursday, 18 July | 3:00 - 5:00 PM, Viaduct, Auckland

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1948 days ago

Celebration-lunch for all our residents

Acacia Cove Village

Time stands still for no one – not even the retirement community.

Acacia Cove Village had a big Mid-Winter Celebration on Friday, 12th July. As usual everybody came dress to impress. The chef prepared a marvelous meal, and the entertainment was spot-on. I think I can speak for everyone who … View more
Time stands still for no one – not even the retirement community.

Acacia Cove Village had a big Mid-Winter Celebration on Friday, 12th July. As usual everybody came dress to impress. The chef prepared a marvelous meal, and the entertainment was spot-on. I think I can speak for everyone who attended… it truly was a night to remember!

Early in August our Village Manager, Bruce Cullington are planning a celebration-lunch for all our residents over 90. We were quite amazed to see that the number of our nonagenarian’s has grown to 32.

What an amazing milestone!
Find out more

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1948 days ago

Volunteer

Jan from Pukekohe

Do you enjoy working with new parents and babies?
Would you have 4 hours a week to spare?
We are looking for a couple of volunteers to be part of our support team for mums or dads and their first babies. There is a programme that runs for approximately 2 hours each week and requires some time for… View more
Do you enjoy working with new parents and babies?
Would you have 4 hours a week to spare?
We are looking for a couple of volunteers to be part of our support team for mums or dads and their first babies. There is a programme that runs for approximately 2 hours each week and requires some time for setting and packing up.
There is an increasing number of your families wanting to be part of our very successful "Space for you and your baby" which is rapidly growing and we need a couple of additional helpers. If this sounds like you please contact Jan on 0274521366 or pukekohecommunityaction@xtra.co.nz

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1948 days ago

Essential Oils for Congestion and Allergies

Way Of Life Health Shop

There are a lot of people fighting colds and flu at the moment and struggling with congestion. Essential oils can be very helpful in easing congestion. Absolute Essentials have 3 wonderful blends for this purpose.
Breathe Easy for general congestion.
Sinus Clear for sinus congestion.
Baby Care; … View more
There are a lot of people fighting colds and flu at the moment and struggling with congestion. Essential oils can be very helpful in easing congestion. Absolute Essentials have 3 wonderful blends for this purpose.
Breathe Easy for general congestion.
Sinus Clear for sinus congestion.
Baby Care; Nose & Throat - specific and safe for coughs and congestion in babies.
The oils can be used in a diffuser, dabbed on the nostrils, dropped on a tissue or hankie and breathed in, added to the bath for a therapeutic soak, added to a carrier oil for a calming chest rub, or dropped into hot water for steam inhalation.

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1948 days ago

🏕️ Three ProjectK schools have recently returned from their wilderness adventures braving the winter cold. 🌲

Graeme Dingle Foundation

The schools involved were Kelston Girls College, Northcote College and Waitakere College, and the activities they took part in included; tramping, water activities and a solo camping night.

Congrats to all those involved. We hope you all had an amazing time!

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1948 days ago

Volcanic Wine Tasting with John Szabo, MS

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

John Szabo MS will be discussing fascinating wine regions and offer insights on a selection of local wines from Auckland's own celebrated Volcanic Field as a part of the Elemental's Winter Festival.
- Saturday, 27 July | 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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