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Love Food Hate Waste workshop tonight @ Glenfield Library
Join Pip tonight 6pm, at Glenfield Library for this Love Food Hate Waste workshop and get tips and tricks to create leftover inspired snacks & meals to prepare for the summer season.
You’ll also get great advice about how to be creative with your fresh food and leftovers, to help them last … View moreJoin Pip tonight 6pm, at Glenfield Library for this Love Food Hate Waste workshop and get tips and tricks to create leftover inspired snacks & meals to prepare for the summer season.
You’ll also get great advice about how to be creative with your fresh food and leftovers, to help them last longer. Making the most of the food we have helps save money and is better for the environment.
This Love Food Hate Waste workshop is proudly supported by Auckland Council and delivered by Compost Collective.
Please RSVP to compostcollective.org.nz
Night-time roadworks on SH16
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the … View moreFrom 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
Neighbours — Black Friday Deals Up to 70% Off at Beds4U!
Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
… View moreHi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
🛏️ Huge Black Friday Savings
Enjoy up to 70% OFF on NZ-made beds and leading brands like Tempur, Sealy, and Slumberzone - all available in-store.
🎉 Black Friday Deals You’ll Love
Here’s what you can get this week only:
FREE Premium Pillows with selected beds
FREE Delivery on eligible purchases
FREE Size Upgrade on selected Slumberzone beds
Lowest Price Guarantee on Sealy Posturepedic
Exclusive Black Friday Combo Deals on top mattresses and bases
Whether you’re looking for better support, a size upgrade, or simply a more comfortable night’s sleep, our team is here to help.
Rising price of food, Part 2
About 4 months ago I posted on the above topic, specifically dairy (butter) and beef ( steak) prices. The latest to join this list of Kiwi produced food which is becoming unaffordable is the Kiwifruit. At $8.99 and & $11.99 for green and gold respectively (more than $1 each) at a local veggie … View moreAbout 4 months ago I posted on the above topic, specifically dairy (butter) and beef ( steak) prices. The latest to join this list of Kiwi produced food which is becoming unaffordable is the Kiwifruit. At $8.99 and & $11.99 for green and gold respectively (more than $1 each) at a local veggie shop, unfortunately it is joining the list of popular/leading exports which we now have to pay exhorbitant prices for.
Donate blood at 65 Constellation Drive
Every single blood donation you give can save 3 lives. Blood is needed to help over 29,000 New Zealanders every year. Now there’s a new place you can go to donate blood and help people who need it. NZ Blood’s new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive on Auckland’s North Shore is now open.
… View moreEvery single blood donation you give can save 3 lives. Blood is needed to help over 29,000 New Zealanders every year. Now there’s a new place you can go to donate blood and help people who need it. NZ Blood’s new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive on Auckland’s North Shore is now open.
Book now to donate download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Tony and June ‘lucky’ to be together in their serviced apartment
Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it… View moreTony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”
Click below to read their full story.
Night-time chipsealing works on SH2
From 24 November to 9 December, stop/go traffic management will be in place on SH2 between Irish Road and Steen Road on multiple nights between 9pm and 5am(Sundays to Thursdays).
During the day, all lanes will be open, but speed restrictions will apply to allow the chipseal to set and to protect… View moreFrom 24 November to 9 December, stop/go traffic management will be in place on SH2 between Irish Road and Steen Road on multiple nights between 9pm and 5am(Sundays to Thursdays).
During the day, all lanes will be open, but speed restrictions will apply to allow the chipseal to set and to protect vehicles travelling over the newly laid surface.
There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
Poll: What’s the top scam right now?
💸💸💸 Before you get caught, test your scam knowledge with Netsafe’s fun new Scam Spotting Quiz or try our online module for even more skill-building.
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65.2% Online shopping
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19.4% Romance
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15.4% The “free BBQ if you fill out a survey” classic
Poll: Have you faced any barriers when trying to access primary health care?
Your location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy … View moreYour location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy caps, and the pressure they put on wages. Read more about how the GP lottery impacts you in Harriet Laughton's piece in The Post.
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17.4% I have experienced financial barriers
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47.5% I have had issues with availability
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35.1% No - I haven’t been impacted
Some Choice News!
Did you know there’s a global shortage of sweet pea seeds?
In Aotearoa New Zealand, dedicated gardeners are working to revive authentic sweet pea varieties and keep their beauty blooming for generations to come 🌸🪻🌻
Read more about their efforts here.
We hope this brings a smile!
Something special for Black Friday
Hey neighbours! Skip the crowds and shop from the comfort of your couch this Black Friday. Mags4Gifts.co.nz has up to 40% off magazine subscriptions for a limited time. From gardening and homes to lifestyle and entertainment, they make the perfect gift (or a little treat for yourself) that lasts … View moreHey neighbours! Skip the crowds and shop from the comfort of your couch this Black Friday. Mags4Gifts.co.nz has up to 40% off magazine subscriptions for a limited time. From gardening and homes to lifestyle and entertainment, they make the perfect gift (or a little treat for yourself) that lasts all year long.
Moving Service 🏠
Book Big Bull Movers today — get up to 10 FREE new moving boxes!
Need more packing gear? Enjoy huge discounts at your nearest Storage King.
Moving, packing, or storage — we handle it all.
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#BigBullMovers #movewiththebull #HouseMovers #officemovers #shopmove… View moreBook Big Bull Movers today — get up to 10 FREE new moving boxes!
Need more packing gear? Enjoy huge discounts at your nearest Storage King.
Moving, packing, or storage — we handle it all.
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⚠️ Fraud Awareness Week: Shop Smart and Stay Scam-Safe
Scams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle … View moreScams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle products.
FEAR: ‘Limited time deals’ messaging, fake ‘missed delivery’ updates
✋ Remember the SCAMS red flags:
Surprise contact
Control or pressure
Access to your device
Money request
Stop and seek support
If you think you’ve been scammed, stop contact, call your bank, and change your passwords.
Genuine Loius Vuitton reversible belt with gold buckle
Available until marked as sold.
Genuine Louis Vuitton reversible belt. Plain black or LV brown side, with classic gold buckle.
Like new, worn only once. New is $1,040.
Comes with box as per pictures.
Pick up in Birkenhead or the City.
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