Army Bay, Whangaparaoa

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1070 days ago

Holiday season waste collections

The Team from Auckland Council

Remember rubbish and recycling collection times may change from 27 Dec to 7 Jan due to public holidays. Check your collection dates and sign up for our holiday text reminders by clicking on Read More.

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1070 days ago

Vote for your favourite provider to WIN!

The Team from NZ Compare

The NZ Compare People’s Choice Awards will go to a NZ Internet Provider and a NZ Power Provider, who have achieved success based on those that matter most to them, their community, stakeholders, staff and customers. These awards are in the hands of the public, that’s YOU!

Online voting closes … View more
The NZ Compare People’s Choice Awards will go to a NZ Internet Provider and a NZ Power Provider, who have achieved success based on those that matter most to them, their community, stakeholders, staff and customers. These awards are in the hands of the public, that’s YOU!

Online voting closes 4th February 2022. Over 4,000 votes already in!

It’s quick and painless, vote today for your favourite Broadband and Power Provider to help them win the People’s Choice Award for 2021!

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1071 days ago

Looking for a last minute Christmas Recipe?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This is a great alternative to the traditional Christmas pudding.

The lemon syrup that is poured over these puddings just before you serve them gives it a delicious moistness and the fragrant citrus flavour is irresistible. It also works with oranges instead of lemons and you can replace the sour… View more
This is a great alternative to the traditional Christmas pudding.

The lemon syrup that is poured over these puddings just before you serve them gives it a delicious moistness and the fragrant citrus flavour is irresistible. It also works with oranges instead of lemons and you can replace the sour cream with yoghurt.

You can bake the puddings in advance but don’t make the sugar syrup until you wish to eat it. The pudding reheats well in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. I like to serve it with a dollop of sweetened cream or yoghurt and some poached fruit such as apples or pears.

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1071 days ago

Brand New Recycled Braai/Brazier/Fire pit

Darren from Silverdale

Great Xmas Gift or buy it for home.
Tough and durable Braai / Brazier.
Great for summer nights outdoors.
The one pictured is a 15" for $120
Small 13" start at $90.
All the work is done.
Pickup Dairy Flat / Waitoki.
Would consider delivery for a fee depending where you are.

Price: $90

1071 days ago

Happy Christmas from Baycrest Village

Baycrest Village

Hi neighbours. Baycrest Village is a most popular place to live! It's sunny, spacious, has private indoor/outdoor living, generous storage and garages with internal access. The weekly service fees are low.

Baycrest Village is a registered Charitable Trust with a friendly atmosphere. … View more
Hi neighbours. Baycrest Village is a most popular place to live! It's sunny, spacious, has private indoor/outdoor living, generous storage and garages with internal access. The weekly service fees are low.

Baycrest Village is a registered Charitable Trust with a friendly atmosphere. We're a supportive community with Christian values. From all of us at the village, we'd like to wish our community a Happy Christmas and Safe Summer Season.

For further info about Baycrest Village, email dianne@baycrestvillage.co.nz or phone 09 424 2719.
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1071 days ago

Certificate in NZ Wine (Foundation)

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Joining us at our campus in the Viaduct are 19 students today to learn about New Zealand Wine.
This is our NZQA Micro-Credential and will run over 2 days.
We will be learning about the wine regions, key grapes and wine styles that have made New Zealand wines famous around the world.

1077 days ago

Looking for the best Christmas lights in your neighbourhood

Bernadette Basagre Reporter from Rodney Times

Kia ora neighbours,

We're looking for the best Christmas house lights in the neighbourhood. Know anyone, a street or have beautiful lights yourself, contact me at bernadette.basagre@stuff.co.nz with a picture.

1072 days ago

Get decorating and save with the Resene Save the GST Value sale!

Resene

Now's a great time to get decorating and Save the GST value (15% off the full retail price) on Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products!

Plus if you're a Resene DIY Cardholder get an extra 5% off! If you don't … View more
Now's a great time to get decorating and Save the GST value (15% off the full retail price) on Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products!

Plus if you're a Resene DIY Cardholder get an extra 5% off! If you don't have a card, you can sign up free online, www.resene.co.nz/diycard, or while you are in store.

Offer available at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 1 February 2022.
Find out more

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1075 days ago

Zinnia pinecone wreath

The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

Turn tradition on its head and make a summery Christmas wreath by transforming pine cones into heat-loving zinnias using Resene paint colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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1073 days ago

Auckland Harbour Bridge Lane Closure

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

Hi neighbours, a heads up that lanes 1 & 2 (northbound clip-on lanes) will be closed for maintenance work and safety upgrades from 26 December 2021 to 9 January 2022.

Curran Road on-ramp will be closed, detour to Fanshawe Street on-ramp will be signposted.

Stafford Road off-ramp will … View more
Hi neighbours, a heads up that lanes 1 & 2 (northbound clip-on lanes) will be closed for maintenance work and safety upgrades from 26 December 2021 to 9 January 2022.

Curran Road on-ramp will be closed, detour to Fanshawe Street on-ramp will be signposted.

Stafford Road off-ramp will only be open to emergency services, detour to Onewa Road off-ramp will be signposted.

We’ll be keeping three lanes in both directions open but expect delays in your journey. Thanks for your patience and understanding.

The team at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
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1073 days ago

Is your pet feeling festive?

Christmas Pets

We want to see your pets (big or small) ready for the silly season. They could be donning their Christmas day get-up, curled up in wrapping paper, attacking the tree - or just sitting like a 'good boy' in front of it.

By sharing a picture on our Christmas Pets page, you could … View more
We want to see your pets (big or small) ready for the silly season. They could be donning their Christmas day get-up, curled up in wrapping paper, attacking the tree - or just sitting like a 'good boy' in front of it.

By sharing a picture on our Christmas Pets page, you could be in to win one of ten $100 PetDirect.co.nz vouchers.

Don’t have a pet? No trouble; photos of Christmassy houseplants, soft toys or family members are also entirely welcome.
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1073 days ago

Gill Wet Weather Gear - Large

Stuart from Gulf Harbour

Worn twice only then sold the boat [sadly] these are Gill Offshore clothing in as new condition. The jacket was $499.99 and the trousers $299.99 from Burnsco - both price tags included. Jacket colour Graphite and the trousers Keywest Storm.
You won't buy a cheaper set anywhere, fantastic buy… View more
Worn twice only then sold the boat [sadly] these are Gill Offshore clothing in as new condition. The jacket was $499.99 and the trousers $299.99 from Burnsco - both price tags included. Jacket colour Graphite and the trousers Keywest Storm.
You won't buy a cheaper set anywhere, fantastic buy now price

Price: $250

1074 days ago

Dentists chip in to give Auckland's Singing Cowboy his smile back

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Auckland’s famous Singing Cowboy has got his smile back.

Entertainer Jock Hume, 74, was swimming at Tiritiri Matangi Island, off Auckland’s Whangaparāoa Peninsula, on March 24, when two of his teeth were knocked out by kids who were skipping pebbles.

“It knocked out two of my lovely front … View more
Auckland’s famous Singing Cowboy has got his smile back.

Entertainer Jock Hume, 74, was swimming at Tiritiri Matangi Island, off Auckland’s Whangaparāoa Peninsula, on March 24, when two of his teeth were knocked out by kids who were skipping pebbles.

“It knocked out two of my lovely front teeth. It was such a shock to me, I was stunned,” Hume said at the time.

Hume is a familiar face on the streets of Auckland, where he has performed country and western songs with his acoustic guitar since busking was first permitted in the 1980s.

Following Stuff’s story on the matter, Dr John Wright of Hibiscus Coast Dental rallied a group of dental clinicians and technicians to fix Hume’s teeth, free of charge.

Hume said he was “most grateful and appreciative” of his new smile, which he described as “the best Christmas present ever”.

Click 'read more' for the full story.
Video by Stuff's Abigail Dougherty

1074 days ago

Garden tips, home fits, TV lists - all in your hands

Mags4Gifts

Kicking back with a magazine subscription has never been better. Give the gift that keeps on giving this holiday season and save up to 33% off your favourite magazines.

There's no such thing as a one-off with a subscription to New Zealand Gardener, NZ House & Garden, and the TV Guide.
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1074 days ago

Make a kid’s Christmas

Variety – the Children’s Charity

In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids are looking forward to a Christmas that may not happen.

Forced to choose between food or bills, hard-working parents like Melody worry whether they’ll be able to provide even the simplest Christmas meal for their children.

“I’ll only eat dinner… View more
In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids are looking forward to a Christmas that may not happen.

Forced to choose between food or bills, hard-working parents like Melody worry whether they’ll be able to provide even the simplest Christmas meal for their children.

“I’ll only eat dinner 2-3 times a week so that the children have enough food. This is very stressful… a lot of crying and minimal sleep.” 

Food insecurity is the everyday reality for 98.8% of the families Variety helps.

Please donate today to provide grocery support for families like Melody’s this Christmas.
Donate now

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