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Come along and get your tickets here at the Birkenhead RSA!
☼ It's going to be a great night of fun and dancing
☼ Get out those old 70's favourites that you've still got hiding in your wardrobe & just couldn't resist to throw out!
☼ There will be prizes for the best… View moreCome along and get your tickets here at the Birkenhead RSA!
☼ It's going to be a great night of fun and dancing
☼ Get out those old 70's favourites that you've still got hiding in your wardrobe & just couldn't resist to throw out!
☼ There will be prizes for the best dressed!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.
There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View moreThe Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.
There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.
Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.
Shinestar Villa Mirissa – 3 Bedroom Retreat -walk to Mirissa Beach
Location: Mirissa, Southern Sri Lanka
Type: Private Villa
Ideal For: Couples, Families, Small Groups
Rating: 9.5/10 (Exceptional)
🌿 About Shinestar Villa Mirissa
Shinestar Villa Mirissa is a serene 3-bedroom holiday… View moreShinestar Villa Mirissa – 3 Bedroom Retreat -walk to Mirissa Beach
Location: Mirissa, Southern Sri Lanka
Type: Private Villa
Ideal For: Couples, Families, Small Groups
Rating: 9.5/10 (Exceptional)
🌿 About Shinestar Villa Mirissa
Shinestar Villa Mirissa is a serene 3-bedroom holiday home nestled in a lush garden, just a 5-minute walk from the pristine Mirissa Beach. This recently renovated, single-story villa offers a peaceful escape with modern comforts, making it perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a tranquil retreat.
🛏️ Accommodation
•Three Air-Conditioned Bedrooms: Each featuring a comfortable double bed with mosquito nets.
•En-Suite Bathrooms: Equipped with hot-water showers, free toiletries, and bidets.
•Shared Lounge & Kitchen: Fully equipped for self-catering, ideal for preparing meals and socializing.
•Spacious Front Porch: Furnished with wooden chairs, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the garden views.
🌐 Amenities
• Free Wi-Fi: Available throughout the property.
• Flat-Screen TV: In the lounge area.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen: Includes a refrigerator, oven, stovetop, toaster, and dining area.
• Laundry Facilities: Washing machine provided.
• Free Private Parking: On-site parking available.
• Breakfast Options: Continental, Asian, or vegetarian breakfast available upon request.
🌴 Location Highlights
• Proximity to Mirissa Beach: Just a 5-minute walk to the beach, offering opportunities for swimming and sunbathing.
• Whale-watching and dolphin tours depart nearby
• Surf breaks, snorkeling spots, and hidden beaches
• Instagram-famous Coconut Tree Hill is easily accessible
• Galle and its fort, as well as the scenic drive along Sri Lanka’s southern coast
Email : shinestarmirissa@gmail.com
Contact # : 021-0552420 ( Mihiri from NZ) |+94 –706308823 (Sameera from SL)
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Police are appealing for information from the public following an aggravated burglary in Birkenhead yesterday afternoon.
At around 1.35pm, it was reported three people entered a pawnbrokers on Mokoia Road, smashed display cabinets, and stole various items.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant … View morePolice are appealing for information from the public following an aggravated burglary in Birkenhead yesterday afternoon.
At around 1.35pm, it was reported three people entered a pawnbrokers on Mokoia Road, smashed display cabinets, and stole various items.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Renfree, Waitematā CIB, says the offenders arrived and departed the store in a vehicle that has been confirmed as stolen.
“This group has then driven to Zion Road, Birkenhead where they abandoned that car and left in a second stolen car.”
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Renfree says Police located that second vehicle abandoned in Potter Avenue, Northcote, and it is believed the offenders left Potter Avenue in a third vehicle.
“We are continuing to make enquiries in order to locate those responsible and hold them to account. We are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and may have seen these people or any of the vehicles involved in this incident, to get in touch.”
Police would also like to hear from anyone who may have relevant dashcam or CCTV footage from Mokoia Road, Zion Road, Birkenhead Avenue, Pupuke Road, Releigh Road or Potter Avenue, including anyone who filmed the initial aggravated burglary in Birkenhead.
Anyone who has information which may assist is asked to please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 251001/7961.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for 12 months* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 31 October 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, home insurance, maintenance fees and more.
And because life … View moreAt Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for 12 months* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 31 October 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, home insurance, maintenance fees and more.
And because life at Ryman means less home upkeep, you’ll have more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, terms and conditions apply.
Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
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For two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.
Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats … View moreFor two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.
Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats they face, and how we can protect our feathered taonga. Important work that we love seeing!
Who was last year’s champ? 🏆 The Yellow-eyed penguin, one of the world’s rarest penguins. But this year, Neighbourly is keeping a close eye on another ocean wanderer: the Tītī (Cook’s petrel).
Who is getting your vote this year? 🐦💛
🗳 Voting closes: Sunday 28 September
🏅 Winner announced: Monday 29 September
We hope this brings a smile!
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
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life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View moreThe treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
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Please help someone start their new life today.Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
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