East Tamaki Heights, Auckland

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1965 days ago

Some clinic appointments now through phone and video

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

We will once again be offering more telephone and video outpatient clinic appointments as the region responds to COVID-19 in the community.

To help reduce the risk of passing COVID-19 between patients, doctors, nurses and other healthcare staff, some face-to-face appointments at Middlemore … View more
We will once again be offering more telephone and video outpatient clinic appointments as the region responds to COVID-19 in the community.

To help reduce the risk of passing COVID-19 between patients, doctors, nurses and other healthcare staff, some face-to-face appointments at Middlemore Hospital and other sites such as Manukau, Botany and Pukekohe clinics, will be replaced by telephone and video outpatient appointments.

We will be sending texts, emails or calling to remind patients what type of appointment they should expect (telephone, video or in person). More information here: bit.ly...

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1965 days ago

Did you know it's time to get eggplants started?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and … View more
In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and sensational new peace lilies from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1965 days ago

The Student Volunteer Army can help you with your groceries while Auckland is at COVID-19 Alert Level 3.

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The Student Volunteer Army can help you with your groceries while Auckland is at COVID-19 Alert Level 3.
Call 0800 005 902 Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm.

1965 days ago

How to wear your mask correctly

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Amongst all the uncertainty, covering your mouth and nose is hear to stay. Here's a humorous look at how to wear your mask correctly.

1965 days ago

New COVID-19 testing site now open in Maangere!

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

A new testing site at Maangere Town Centre is open today! If you have any of the symptoms: cough, sore throat, runny nose, shortness of breath, loss of smell or fever, then please go and get tested. A list of all of the testing sites in South and East Auckland are on our website: bit.ly...

You can… View more
A new testing site at Maangere Town Centre is open today! If you have any of the symptoms: cough, sore throat, runny nose, shortness of breath, loss of smell or fever, then please go and get tested. A list of all of the testing sites in South and East Auckland are on our website: bit.ly...

You can also call your family doctor or call one of the urgent care clinics (a list is in the link above) to book an appointment to get tested for FREE.

If you’re unsure if you should be tested, call your family doctor or phone Healthline on 0800 358 5453.

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1965 days ago

Use toy figures to make candy jars and bookends

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Use plastic animal figurines to make fun and easy projects for your home painted with Resene testpots. Colourful bookends and fun jar lids.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own

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1965 days ago

The Acacia Cove Lifestyle

Acacia Cove Village

Acacia Cove is a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula.

While the lockdown and Covid-19 experience has been challenging for us all, it's inspiring to see how much it's brought people together especially in elderly, vulnerable, and at-risk communities.
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Acacia Cove is a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula.

While the lockdown and Covid-19 experience has been challenging for us all, it's inspiring to see how much it's brought people together especially in elderly, vulnerable, and at-risk communities.

Long time manager Bruce Cullington welcome people to find out more about retirement village living and invites you to pay the village a visit.
Find out more

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1965 days ago

Venluree Roller Blinds

Managing Director from Venluree

Venluree brings you Roller Blinds like never before. We offer you all the convenience which you get with other modern and new types of blinds with roller blinds.

Similar to all the blinds and curtains we offer, there is a vast variety of colours and patterns available with Roller Blinds which can… View more
Venluree brings you Roller Blinds like never before. We offer you all the convenience which you get with other modern and new types of blinds with roller blinds.

Similar to all the blinds and curtains we offer, there is a vast variety of colours and patterns available with Roller Blinds which can easily blend with your interior and furniture. Moreover, with the new sun filter and block out fabric options, you get sunlight control like never before.

This way you get protection from the sun throughout the day and still get a controlled amount of light as well. This looks amazing in all kinds of homes and offices and compliments your interior big time.

For blinds, curtains, shutters and awning enquiries please call our friendly team on 0800 501 841 or email sales@venluree.co.nz

1965 days ago

Why do Auckland trains have to go slow for six months?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland trains will be less frequent and travel slower for six months while Kiwirail urgently repairs and replaces nearly half of the city's tracks. Will this affect you? Read the story below:

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1966 days ago

Stay informed and know the facts about COVID-19 for you and your whaanau

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

There’s a lot of misinformation floating around social media - it’s important that everyone listens to the information coming from Dr Ashley Bloomfield and the national COVID-19 response team. Always check covid19.govt.nz for information or keep an eye out on this page for updates.

Wash your … View more
There’s a lot of misinformation floating around social media - it’s important that everyone listens to the information coming from Dr Ashley Bloomfield and the national COVID-19 response team. Always check covid19.govt.nz for information or keep an eye out on this page for updates.

Wash your hands, 2 metre physical distance and please go and get tested if you’ve got any of the symptoms. Find your nearest testing sites in Counties Manukau here: countiesmanukau.health.nz...

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1966 days ago

Are granny flats a good retirement option?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family … View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family member, we'd like to hear about why a granny flat was right for you. What was the process of getting one and learning to live together like? If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1966 days ago

NZ COVID -19 QR code poster

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The Ministry of Health has created a tracing app called NZ COVID Tracer. This app works by scanning a QR code on a poster at participating businesses making it easier to identify people who have come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19.
You'll find the MECOSS QR code displayed on … View more
The Ministry of Health has created a tracing app called NZ COVID Tracer. This app works by scanning a QR code on a poster at participating businesses making it easier to identify people who have come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19.
You'll find the MECOSS QR code displayed on the notice board located in the foyer of the All Saints' Community Centre.

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1968 days ago

Repaint 2 x Bedside Tables.

Trudi from Somerville

Hi, is there Anyone out there that would be Interested in Re Painting 2 Bedside Tables 600 x 400, they are Cream, but I want them painted Plain White for an Elderly Lady. I am able to drop them off & pickup when Finished. Price Please. They have 1 Drawer & Long Legs. Thank You.

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