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893 days ago

Soft drink rant at supermarkets

Crete from Lyall Bay

Has anyone noticed the price of soft drinks at paknsave this week? Some people won't care but I was shocked yesterday when I shopped in Kilbirnie paknsave and wanted to buy my normal 2.25 litre bottle only to discover that it had increased more than 25% from $3,49 to $4,65. This is … View moreHas anyone noticed the price of soft drinks at paknsave this week? Some people won't care but I was shocked yesterday when I shopped in Kilbirnie paknsave and wanted to buy my normal 2.25 litre bottle only to discover that it had increased more than 25% from $3,49 to $4,65. This is outrageous. When I questioned this they said the supplier stated that because the 1,5litre was on sale from $2.65 to $2 this week the 2,25 litre had to be increased. I compared with Countdown - $4,00 for 1,5l and $3.50 for 2.25. And this is just one thing I noticed. I can only imagine what these super markets are manipulating with other products. I guess I will be drinking water from now on.

878 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Kelson based photographer Andrew Gorrie took this picture of a group of tūī . Did you know a flock of tūī is an ecstasy or a battery of tūī?

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878 days ago

Springtime craft

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Brighten up your life and home with these fun party cup dolls, beads of joy and blooming plant pots with your favourite Resene testpot colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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878 days ago

Get Upcycling to win in 2022!

Resene

Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View more
Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more

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881 days ago

Disco Fever

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Put your boogie shoes on and rock in to celebrate the National Disco Week. We’ve got the outfits and the tunes!

Our CDs and DVDs are on sale for $1.00 each!

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross.

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879 days ago

KITCHEN CABINETRY AND BENCHTOP

Andrew from Hataitai

As a result of renewing the kitchen the current kitchen cabinetry and bench top (but not any appliances) are available either as a complete lot or individually. Would particularly be suitable for a bach or beach house. The cabinetry will be available for pickup in early August once the builder has… View moreAs a result of renewing the kitchen the current kitchen cabinetry and bench top (but not any appliances) are available either as a complete lot or individually. Would particularly be suitable for a bach or beach house. The cabinetry will be available for pickup in early August once the builder has removed them from the kitchen. The cabinetry is in fair to good condition. Items available are 2 x 4 door pantries, fridge surround, small cupboard above oven, 3 pot/tray drawers, under bench set of 5 drawers, 2 under bench cupboards and bench top with stainless steel tray and 2 sinks. Please contact Andrew on 021496061

Negotiable

879 days ago

Reading Tips

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Reading helps your child’s wellbeing, develops imagination, and has educational benefits too. Just a few minutes a day can have a big impact on children of all ages ?

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885 days ago

Matariki ki Pōneke starts tonight!

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

It's nearly here! ✨🔥

Our Matariki ki Pōneke celebrations start this Thursday 23 June with Ahi Kā, an immersive journey through fire, light and stories along the Wellington Waterfront.

Each night from Thursday 23 - Sunday 26 June between 6pm – 9pm enjoy large scale projections, … View more
It's nearly here! ✨🔥

Our Matariki ki Pōneke celebrations start this Thursday 23 June with Ahi Kā, an immersive journey through fire, light and stories along the Wellington Waterfront.

Each night from Thursday 23 - Sunday 26 June between 6pm – 9pm enjoy large scale projections, soundscapes, performances, installations and of course – Ahi (Fire). Check out the sneak peek of the Storybox projection on Te Papa!

Then on Friday 24 June at 7.15pm, celebrate the Māori New Year with a dazzling fireworks display. There will be food trucks along the waterfront on Friday only and reusable cups and crockery for you to borrow to keep waste at a minimum.

And to top it all off, there will be free music performances and art activities on Thursday 23 and Friday 24 June at Te Wharewaka o Poneke, featuring local artists like Amba Holly, Louis Baker, DJ Gooda, IA and much more!

881 days ago

THIRSTINESS’ (noun): A strong desire to quench … and quench we will!

KDJ Catering

Head to the sunniest place in New Zealand for the inaugural Taranaki Beer Festival, featuring the best craft breweries from Taranaki and around the country, as we take over the TSB Stadium for Taranaki’s happiest celebration of the craft beer industry.

Taranaki Beer Festival will showcase … View more
Head to the sunniest place in New Zealand for the inaugural Taranaki Beer Festival, featuring the best craft breweries from Taranaki and around the country, as we take over the TSB Stadium for Taranaki’s happiest celebration of the craft beer industry.

Taranaki Beer Festival will showcase craft beers, cider and seltzer from over 30 breweries from all around New Zealand on the 1st & 2nd July 2022, TSB Stadium, New Plymouth.

Session times:
Friday 1 July 2022: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Saturday 2 July 2022: 3:00pm – 10:00pm

Indoor stands, food village, mingle areas, entertainment and more!

Bring a mate, bring your bestie, hey even bring the Wife (or Hubby) – there is something here for everyone – Cheers.

Last chance to secure your tickets here

#DrinkResponsibly
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885 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.

"I used to avoid posting photos where I had accidentally captured a nictitating membrane - I thought they looked like weird sausage-skin sideways eyelids. Then I read that they are amazing built-in bird goggles, so the bird can blink and still see, or even … View more
Words and picture by Louise Thomas.

"I used to avoid posting photos where I had accidentally captured a nictitating membrane - I thought they looked like weird sausage-skin sideways eyelids. Then I read that they are amazing built-in bird goggles, so the bird can blink and still see, or even shutter their eyes in extreme conditions to protect their eyes while flying or diving. Apparently we used to have them too - the pink blob in the inner corner of our eyes is a vestigial membrane. I suppose we evolved out of needing them - still they might have been handy the other day when I was trying to take photos on the beach during a gale. Pūkeko/purple swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus) at Waimanu Lagoon."

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890 days ago

Wanting to buy a old classic Mountain Bike

Carolyn from Lyall Bay

Hi I am looking to buy an old classic mens mountain bike eg: Cannondale, Scott, Bauer, giant, trek etc. Medium/Large frame. It can be 20 years or older but in good condition. If you can help, for my brother who had his bike stolen 2 days ago. That would be appreciated.

881 days ago

JOIN OUR FRESHEN UP TEAM!

Raukawa Coordinator from Raukawa Community Centre

JOIN OUR FRESHEN UP TEAM!
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Our Freshen Up event is coming up on July 22 and we've run into a bit of a snag! We need your help to find experienced and professional hairdressers to help cut long… View more
JOIN OUR FRESHEN UP TEAM!
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Our Freshen Up event is coming up on July 22 and we've run into a bit of a snag! We need your help to find experienced and professional hairdressers to help cut long hair. You'll be working alongside Te Auaha barbers, an amazing group of volunteers and some of our community centre staff so if this sounds like you or someone you know, send us a message!

We'd love to have you be part of the amazing team that look after our tamariki so if this post doesn't convince you, then we hope this article will!

882 days ago

TV cabinet

Rebecca from Strathmore Park

Anyone got a spare TV cabinet?

884 days ago

Fried Chicken or War Goddesses?

Stuff

As partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried … View moreAs partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried Chicken Festival.

Flights included for those out of Auckland.
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888 days ago

New Bus Depot off Miramar Ave

Megan from Miramar

There is a resource application to put a new bus depot by Burnham Wharf, just past the corner of Miramar Ave, in Shelley Bay Road. (Replacing the Kilbirnie/Lyall Bay depot.)

With reducing the speed on Cobham Drive, putting in a pedestrian crossing, allowing the development of Shelley Bay and … View more
There is a resource application to put a new bus depot by Burnham Wharf, just past the corner of Miramar Ave, in Shelley Bay Road. (Replacing the Kilbirnie/Lyall Bay depot.)

With reducing the speed on Cobham Drive, putting in a pedestrian crossing, allowing the development of Shelley Bay and now 120 buses + 80+ cars - Cobham Drive/Miramar Ave is going to grind to a halt. Once a new movie gets going that area is going to be diabolical.

They also want to have a diesel storage area. It's right by where they unload the aviation fuel from the ships = talk about a recipe for a big bang.

Anyway the proposal is here
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with links to various noise, traffic, environmental reports etc.

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