Puhoi, Warkworth

612 days ago

'The Stevie Wonder of Silverdale': Retired piano teacher plays for commuters

Melanie Earley Reporter from Rodney Times

Kia ora neighbours, every Thursday Lorraine Sampson makes the 40-minute bus trip from Silverdale to Auckland’s Britomart Station to play the piano for commuters.

The 75-year-old, who is legally blind in one eye and has cataracts in the other, can no longer read music due to her poor vision, so… View more
Kia ora neighbours, every Thursday Lorraine Sampson makes the 40-minute bus trip from Silverdale to Auckland’s Britomart Station to play the piano for commuters.

The 75-year-old, who is legally blind in one eye and has cataracts in the other, can no longer read music due to her poor vision, so she plays all her music by ear.

There was a time Sampson, a retired teacher, believed she would have to give up playing music altogether due to her eyesight, but she said she found her fingers remembered songs she thought she’d forgotten.

When Sampson discovered there was a free piano for the public to play at Britomart Station she began making weekly trips there to play and raise funds for St John in Silverdale, where she lives.

Read the full story at the link below.

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608 days ago

Trust a farmer to give us their opinion.

PGG Wrightson

The new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be … View moreThe new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be with your needs front of mind. We brought our decades of experience creating world-class performance gear. Add to that a legacy of Kiwi innovation, a challenger spirit and a practical attitude that’s been part of Line 7 since we started back in 1963.

Every detail has been reviewed and refined – without overlooking the obvious. Breathable, flexible, functional and comfortable, while still being supremely durable and waterproof. Made to fit farmers of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated range for women. Built to last, and last a bit longer still, with an included repair kit that means you can fix it up quickly yourself.

Now take it out there, try it on and put it to the test. Wear it out and wear it again. We’re pretty damn confident you won’t be disappointed.
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609 days ago

Chillibean - Sharp Threads for your little beans ... Made In New Zealand!

Chrissie and Liam from Warkworth

Chillibean is closing down! 💙❤

We’ll continue to discount our current clothing stock until it’s all sold out – so get in before it all goes!


We’d like to thank our many customers for all your support over these past years (almost 10 years!). Without you Chillibean … View more
Chillibean is closing down! 💙❤

We’ll continue to discount our current clothing stock until it’s all sold out – so get in before it all goes!


We’d like to thank our many customers for all your support over these past years (almost 10 years!). Without you Chillibean wouldn’t have become the great NZ Made entity it is. 🥰🫶

What began as a hobby quickly became a fully fledged NZ business and whilst it’s been fun and thoroughly satisfying, it’s now time to think about spending more time with family and pottering in the garden. 🌺

We’ll be around for awhile yet online and at markets until our current stocks sell out. Then … we’ll be selling off all our remaining fabric stocks, so if you’re after some truly epic quality fabrics keep an eye 👀 on our website chillibean.co.nz. Within the next couple of weeks we hope to have uploaded all our fabrics for purchase online and at markets.

Chillbean Upcyclist recycled inner tube bags will continue for the foreseeable future in a limited capacity.

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609 days ago

Puhoi Village Market April 30th

Sandra from Puhoi

Sadly cancelled due to forecasted high winds and heavy rains.
See you all in September!!

609 days ago

SkyCity Auckland

SkyCity

Aston Martin Vantage F1 worth $330,000 must be won. Click here for more information.

Auckland’s premier entertainment precinct includes award-winning restaurants, extraordinary hotels, a world-class casino, and some of New Zealand’s most popular attractions.

R20 Game Responsibly
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610 days ago

Weekend weather: follow the forecast and make a plan

The Team from Auckland Council

Find everything you need to know to prepare for this weekend's weather by clicking on 'Read More'.
Follow Auckland Emergency Management on Facebook (www.facebook.com...) or Twitter (twitter.com...) for the latest updates.

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610 days ago

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The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

Make the most of your open shelves with a refresh using Resene paints.

Find out how to bring out the best in your shelves with this easy to follow advice.

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610 days ago

Your young Blues fan could be a special guest at the next Blues home game!

Auckland Blues

Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

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Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies.
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610 days ago

Financial terms to protect you

The Team from

When you move into a Ryman village, the last thing you want to think about are your finances. From the day you move in, you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

Ryman offers several Peace of Mind Guarantees, each one is designed to help … View more
When you move into a Ryman village, the last thing you want to think about are your finances. From the day you move in, you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

Ryman offers several Peace of Mind Guarantees, each one is designed to help you feel confident and secure in your decision to move to a Ryman village. With financial certainty you can focus on enjoying the exciting everyday of life.
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611 days ago

Garage Sale 6th May, Sat from 8am, 4 Rural View Lane, Warkworth

Barbara from Warkworth

3 seater rolled arm leather sofa, and chair; antique 3 set fire tongs from UK; bikes x2; pictures etc etc

Price: $50

614 days ago

What does Anzac day mean to you?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On Tuesday, the 25th of April we commemorate all Australians and New Zealanders who have served and died for their country. But it's also an opportunity to connect and share stories about your ancestors. What does Anzac Day mean to you?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your … View more
On Tuesday, the 25th of April we commemorate all Australians and New Zealanders who have served and died for their country. But it's also an opportunity to connect and share stories about your ancestors. What does Anzac Day mean to you?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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611 days ago

Greenview Park Village & Terence Kennedy House

Highgrove Village

Did you know that Greenview Park has multiple indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for afternoon tea or a cuppa?

These spaces are communal, and all are welcome, including visitors and family.
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612 days ago

Antique Buyers in Auckland

Goldco

WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables

The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or … View more
WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables

The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or similar items then our specialist buyers would like to make an offer.
Any items will be considered so please don’t be shy and visit one of our venues.

Large or valuable collections? Single items? Downsizing, moving or decluttering? Family not interested? or simply turning unwanted items into cash.

*Immediate payment made *No commission or waiting *Free no obligation appraisal *Onsite security *Please have your bank details handy

Whether you have a large and valuable collection or a single item of broken jewellery please take this opportunity to see us at a venue near you.

See us at a venue near you - See venues here: https://www.goldco.co.nz/.
Goldco Antique Buyers | Member NZNDA | www.goldco.co.nz | email: goldco@xtra.co.nz | Ph: 0800 105 228
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613 days ago

ANZAC Day

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. We will remember them."

Happy Anzac Day!

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613 days ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from NZ Compare

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them."

From the poem 'For the fallen' by Laurence Binyon

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