Karaka, Papakura

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2089 days ago

Playcentre Awareness Week: March 4-10, 2019

The Team from Playcentre Aotearoa

Playcentre Awareness Week, running from 4 – 10 March 2019, is an opportunity for you to come and visit your local Playcentre and see what it is all about. Playcentre nurtures a child’s learning, imagination, and growth. It not only gives your child a chance to grow, but you a chance to grow … View morePlaycentre Awareness Week, running from 4 – 10 March 2019, is an opportunity for you to come and visit your local Playcentre and see what it is all about. Playcentre nurtures a child’s learning, imagination, and growth. It not only gives your child a chance to grow, but you a chance to grow with your child.

During Playcentre Awareness Week centres around the country throw open their doors so anybody who wants to visit and experience playcentre can. Some centres will be having special events.

If you cannot make a visit during Playcentre Awareness Week, feel welcome to visit any time. New members are always welcome.

With over 420 centres throughout Aotearoa there is one near you.

Good for your child and good for you.

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2089 days ago

Go solar and save up to 50% off your energy bill!

Stonewood Homes

Solar energy is derived from the sun’s radiation. The sun is a powerful energy source and this energy can be harnessed by installing solar panels.

Solar power is proven to be extremely beneficial – not only for the environment but also financially. Call 0508 GO SOLAR and Get the Brochure to … View more
Solar energy is derived from the sun’s radiation. The sun is a powerful energy source and this energy can be harnessed by installing solar panels.

Solar power is proven to be extremely beneficial – not only for the environment but also financially. Call 0508 GO SOLAR and Get the Brochure to learn more.
Check out our brochure!

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2089 days ago

Want your dream renovation - contact us!

The Team from The Building Guys

Have you ever wanted to know how much it would cost to build your dream kitchen and really have that hub of the home for your family? Or dreamed of having that bathroom where you can relax in your own sanctuary? Or what about that outdoor deck/space where your friends will never want to leave?

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Have you ever wanted to know how much it would cost to build your dream kitchen and really have that hub of the home for your family? Or dreamed of having that bathroom where you can relax in your own sanctuary? Or what about that outdoor deck/space where your friends will never want to leave?

Powell Homes is a professional and dependable renovation company with 25 years experience that will blow your mind with their workmanship and not your bank! Book a free quote today!

At Powell Homes we specialise in home renovations. Everything from kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, decks, patios and outdoor spaces. Whether it's renovating your dream space or a spruce up, we are the people to call.
Book a quote

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2090 days ago

BRAND NEW AFFORDABLE AT MONTGOMERY PARK

Salini from Papakura

Montgomery Park offers first home buyers the perfect mix of town and country living on the outskirts of Papakura, only 30 minutes (approx off peak hours) from Auckland's CBD.

Call or send me a message to know more on 021 217 0605

Negotiable

2090 days ago

Countdown’s lettuce. Grower Fresh from Ramarama

Countdown

At Countdown, our buyers travel far and wide, working with our growers to source the very best Grower Fresh produce. And while Ramarama probably doesn’t seem that far when you live there, we go to Gisborne for our Sweetcorn, Hawkes Bay for our apples, Warkworth for our capsicums and lots of other… View moreAt Countdown, our buyers travel far and wide, working with our growers to source the very best Grower Fresh produce. And while Ramarama probably doesn’t seem that far when you live there, we go to Gisborne for our Sweetcorn, Hawkes Bay for our apples, Warkworth for our capsicums and lots of other places for lots of other things. Find out more

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2090 days ago

Free desexing for cats!

The Team from

From 11-29 March 2019, SPCA’s Auckland Centre is working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your cat is not desexed and you live in Avondale, Henderson, Glenfield, Glen Eden, Mangere, Manurewa, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Onehunga, Otahuhu, Papakura, and … View more
From 11-29 March 2019, SPCA’s Auckland Centre is working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your cat is not desexed and you live in Avondale, Henderson, Glenfield, Glen Eden, Mangere, Manurewa, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Onehunga, Otahuhu, Papakura, and Papatoetoe, call us today on (09) 256 7310 to secure your free appointment.

We are helping you desex and microchip your cat, for a happier and healthier pet.

Help us create a better future for animals!
Learn more

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2091 days ago

Overnight Auckland motorway closures: 24 February – 2 March 2019

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 1 March 2019. Please note this Traffic Bulletin is … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 1 March 2019. Please note this Traffic Bulletin is updated every Friday.

This affects the: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway, Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Highway, Southwestern Motorway, George Bolt Memorial Drive, State Highway 2.

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2091 days ago

Resene Shed of the Year 2019

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Final call for entries! ​You've got a few days left to send in photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2019 winner receives $3220 worth of gardening products! Get your entry to us … View moreFinal call for entries! ​You've got a few days left to send in photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2019 winner receives $3220 worth of gardening products! Get your entry to us by this Thursday, Feb 28. To enter: ​Tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos to mailto:mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz.

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2095 days ago

MONSTER GARAGE SALE - This Saturday!! - 88 Rushgreen Ave, Pahurehure

Charlotte from Karaka

MONSTER GARAGE SALE!! Household items, good quality furniture, children's toys & books, outdoor furniture, appliances, bedding & linen, kitchen ware, fine china, clothing, grandfathers clock, & bric-a-brac. All from smoke free, pet free homes.
Starting at 7am

2091 days ago

Dog walking - lil bow wow.

Brett from Papakura

⚡️C O M P E T I T I O N⚡️

Visit Lil Bow Wow Dog Walking Services

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Go in the draw to WIN an amazing prize pack for you and your 4 Legged Friends!!!..🐕🐾… View more
⚡️C O M P E T I T I O N⚡️

Visit Lil Bow Wow Dog Walking Services

👍Like or Share our FB page
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Go in the draw to WIN an amazing prize pack for you and your 4 Legged Friends!!!..🐕🐾

As Easy as that!

#lilbowdogwalking #mansbestfriend #urbanwalkies #papakura
#leashemup #mudorsand #winning #purina #blackhawk #animates #Hills

Lilbowwow

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2095 days ago

Join us tomorrow at the Famous Gibbs Farm!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

No plans tomorrow? Want to try something new?
This is your last chance to get tickets to the famous Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park. Join us tomorrow and experience the biggest sculpture park in the Southern Hemisphere.

There's only a few tickets left! To secure yours visit bit.ly...

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2096 days ago

Everything you need to know about the latest fruit fly discovery

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Ōtara is in a fruit and vegetable lockdown after a facialis fruit fly was found.

It's the first time this particular fruit fly - which is native to Tonga - has been found in New Zealand, and it could be devastating to crops.

How has the fruit fly discovery affected you? … View more
Hey neighbours,

Ōtara is in a fruit and vegetable lockdown after a facialis fruit fly was found.

It's the first time this particular fruit fly - which is native to Tonga - has been found in New Zealand, and it could be devastating to crops.

How has the fruit fly discovery affected you? Are you worried about purchasing local fruit and veges from the area? Will you still go to the Ōtara markets this weekend?

To find out how to spot the facialis fruit fly, and what to do if you see one, click here.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2092 days ago

Waiuku Sunset Coast Walk

Bradley from Waiuku

A big thank you to all of you who joined us today. We appreciate your support. Kind regards Waiuku Rotary

2092 days ago

PAPAKURA ART GROUP NEWSLETTER

Glenda Kenney from Papakura Art Group Inc.

Hi Everyone,
Another week done and so much going on at present. To find out exactly what read the attached the newsletter.
As always new members are most welcome.
Where to find us: - We meet at the Old Central School Hall 57 Wood St Papakura every Wednesday 12-3:30pm

What do we offer: - Free … View more
Hi Everyone,
Another week done and so much going on at present. To find out exactly what read the attached the newsletter.
As always new members are most welcome.
Where to find us: - We meet at the Old Central School Hall 57 Wood St Papakura every Wednesday 12-3:30pm

What do we offer: - Free painting time, Art Tuition with experienced Artists Demonstrations and tips, a great book and DVD library, Workshops, Social interaction, Exhibitions, Competition, Plein Air days, a weekly newsletter, free tea and coffee available; make it yourself and bring along your lunch for a sit down and chat from mid-day.
What we use: - Our members work in watercolour, pastels, acrylics, oils, pencil/pen and charcoal and mixed media.
Who are we: - We are a very active group of people who welcome new members and who are always willing to help if you need some help.

For More Information Contact Glenda 021 928 028

NEWSLETTER 20th February 2019.pdf Download View

2093 days ago

Desexing

Angaline from Takanini

Thought I’ll share

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