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1378 days ago

Poll: Did you know old rice could make you sick?

New Zealand Food Safety

Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View more
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety
Find out more

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Did you know old rice could make you sick?
  • 86% Yes I’m always careful
    86% Complete
  • 14% No I thought rice doesn’t go bad
    14% Complete
2996 votes
1373 days ago

Enjoy summer at Auckland Botanic Gardens

The Team from Auckland Council

Garden inspiration, music, an exhibition and heaps of fun for everyone. Bring a picnic, spend the day!

1372 days ago

Synonyms

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

Synonyms are different words that share the same meaning. How many can you pair up?

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1372 days ago

Covid-19: People linked to north Auckland cases wait days for results, have to be retested

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

A number of people told to get tested because they had visited the same locations as two new Covid-19 cases in north Auckland had to be retested when no records of their results could be found days later.

Silverdale Medical Centre executive manager Ranyani Perera told Stuff staff received about a … View more
A number of people told to get tested because they had visited the same locations as two new Covid-19 cases in north Auckland had to be retested when no records of their results could be found days later.

Silverdale Medical Centre executive manager Ranyani Perera told Stuff staff received about a dozen calls from people tested at the Victor Eaves Park pop-up site, in Ōrewa, last Thursday or Friday who hadn’t received results up to four days later.

Among those who faced delays, was a Silverdale woman, who still didn't have her test result on Monday. She eventually had to make her own phone calls to get her result, despite being assured her test would be processed as a priority because she was considered a "casual plus contact" of the people infected.

“Selfishly, I wanted my test results, so I could go out. But you’ve potentially got this whole community of people who [authorities are] wanting to isolate five days later. If I wasn’t a good citizen and the risk was higher, I would have potentially been walking around Auckland all long weekend with Covid.”

1372 days ago

MPI cocktail onion product recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd has recalled a batch of its branded cocktail onions due to the possible presence of glass fragments.

The Ministry for Primary Industries has stated that there has been no reports of associated injury.

What you need to know:

- The product was sold at the following … View more
Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd has recalled a batch of its branded cocktail onions due to the possible presence of glass fragments.

The Ministry for Primary Industries has stated that there has been no reports of associated injury.

What you need to know:

- The product was sold at the following stores in Northland:
New World Kerikeri
New World Onerahi
Four Square Mangawhai

- The product was sold at the following stores in Auckland:
New World Albany
New World Browns Bay
New World Devonport
New World Green Bay
New World Hobsonville
New World Kumeu
New World Milford
New World Mt Roskill
New World New Lynn
New World Papakura
New World Pukekohe
New World Southmall
New World Waiuku
New World Warkworth
New World Whangaparaoa
Pak’n Save Albany
Pak’n Save Sylvia Park

Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Those with further questions are encouraged to contact Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd on 0800 33 56 24.

For more information about the recall, head through to the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1372 days ago

Christ Church Waiwera.

Shirley Green from Hibiscus Coast Anglican Parish

This Sunday we celebrate 106 years of worship at Christ Church Waiwera. The land was gifted to the Auckland Anglican Diocese by the Whitney Family in 1915. Our service starts at 10 am and Reverend Steve Down will be preaching and presiding. After the service we will have morning tea and fellowship… View moreThis Sunday we celebrate 106 years of worship at Christ Church Waiwera. The land was gifted to the Auckland Anglican Diocese by the Whitney Family in 1915. Our service starts at 10 am and Reverend Steve Down will be preaching and presiding. After the service we will have morning tea and fellowship together. All are welcome to join u

1373 days ago

Op Shop Hibiscus Coast Community House Funding Heartbeats Next Tuesday

Trent Lash from Heartbeats

The Hibiscus Coast Community House is giving the proceeds of sales from their Opportunity Shop (behind the Estuary Arts Centre, Orewa) to Heartbeats community-based heart event survivors support group on Tuesday February 9th.
The funds will be used to support Heartbeats group and educational … View more
The Hibiscus Coast Community House is giving the proceeds of sales from their Opportunity Shop (behind the Estuary Arts Centre, Orewa) to Heartbeats community-based heart event survivors support group on Tuesday February 9th.
The funds will be used to support Heartbeats group and educational activities on the Hibiscus Coast and provide better health outcomes for heart event survivors in our local community.
Please consider donating or purchasing something from the Op Shop next TUESDAY the 9th February as all proceeds go to a registered charity and a great cause.

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1373 days ago

Business for sale

Martyn from Army Bay

Lawn Mowing run for sale in the Hibiscus Coast Area. Private business and therefore NO FRANCHISE FEES!! Most
runs are 2 weekly runs, but a few are 3.... Well established with 8 years of service, a fantastic client base of 80 plus customers and a good reputation.

Lawns in these surrounding areas:… View more
Lawn Mowing run for sale in the Hibiscus Coast Area. Private business and therefore NO FRANCHISE FEES!! Most
runs are 2 weekly runs, but a few are 3.... Well established with 8 years of service, a fantastic client base of 80 plus customers and a good reputation.

Lawns in these surrounding areas: Whangaparaoa, Stanmore Bay Orewa/Orewa House, Red Beach, Pinewood Camp. Gives you a chance to make this your own, increase clientele, add on to your other runs already. Includes van and equipment. Price on application. For more information please contact Hannah on 021362538

1373 days ago

Maximise your outdoor space!

Shade Design

At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help … View more
At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help yourself but tell all your family and friends.

With our custom aluminium frames and awnings, we stand by our products and offer a 5-year warranty.
Visit us online

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1374 days ago

Choir rehearsals

Linda Neighbourly Lead from Army Bay

The Hibiscus Coast Singers will be starting rehearsals again on Monday evening, 22 February 2021 at 7:15pm. Venue: 76 Red Beach road, Red Beach, Whangaparaoa (Methodist Church). If you love singing and can read music, please feel free to come check it out. Audition may be required.

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1374 days ago

New Q Card Payment facility

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Hi neighbours! Exceed we fix windows & doors have partnered with Q Card to offer you an easier & more affordable way to pay for our services nationwide!

Whether you need to get repairs and upgrades of windows and doors, or get security doors and insect screens installed before summer, you … View more
Hi neighbours! Exceed we fix windows & doors have partnered with Q Card to offer you an easier & more affordable way to pay for our services nationwide!

Whether you need to get repairs and upgrades of windows and doors, or get security doors and insect screens installed before summer, you can make your big purchases on our interest free or payment holiday terms that give you 'breathing space'.

New or existing Q Card or Q Mastercard customers can apply for 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE DEALS when they get windows and doors repairs or installations done with us!

If you already have a Q Card or Q Mastercard simply book our services and let your technician know which payment option you’d like to go with.

If you don't have a card, click the following and apply now so you can start enjoying all the benefits : )

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1374 days ago

Start the school year strong!

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

The new school year is upon us! Though we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we can set our children up for success, and help them start the school year strong.

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1379 days ago

NZ's friendliest regions and towns

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, … View more
Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Paihia and Twizel.
We'd be really keen to hear your thoughts on this based on your own travels around New Zealand. Do you think Canterbury is NZ's most welcoming region? And are these our most welcoming towns?
Where in NZ have you been made to feel particularly welcome on your travels?
As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it to be included in an article. Cheers.

1374 days ago

Free composting workshops

The Team from Auckland Council

Food scraps and garden waste make up about half of the household rubbish going to landfill, where it pollutes and gives off greenhouse gas. Composting returns valuable nutrients to the soil, giving you a healthy, thriving garden.

Compost Collective runs workshops across Auckland so you can find… View more
Food scraps and garden waste make up about half of the household rubbish going to landfill, where it pollutes and gives off greenhouse gas. Composting returns valuable nutrients to the soil, giving you a healthy, thriving garden.

Compost Collective runs workshops across Auckland so you can find the right composting system for you; whether you’re in an apartment or have a few acres of land.

Composting is easy, find everything you need to get started at compostcollective.org.nz including discounts!
Learn more

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1375 days ago

LEARN TO PLAY MAHJONG

Dil from Red Beach

Private tuitions to teach you to play Mahjong - Orewa.
3 turns of 2 hours each for $120.00 only.
Group concessions considered.

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