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Welcome to our English Social Group on Monday 17th November. The morning session is 🌻 10am-12pm 😄 or the evening group is 7pm- 830pm. Come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided at … View moreWelcome to our English Social Group on Monday 17th November. The morning session is 🌻 10am-12pm 😄 or the evening group is 7pm- 830pm. Come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided at both groups. A gold coin donation 🪙appreciated to cover costs, but not necessary. Everybody welcome. Bring a friend along if you wish. Laughter & fun guaranteed! 🤣🍒 See you there! Cheers Helen
Kiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭
These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You… View moreKiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭
These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You can actually buy a symbolic piece of one of New Zealand’s most remote islands as part of the Auckland Island Restoration Project.
If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into the project?
And maybe the bigger question — should we be looking at doing the same kind of thing for wildlife refuges on our main islands too?
A number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.
Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.
Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your … View moreA number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.
Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.
Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your login details – including your username and passwords – by email or phone.
⚠️ Your bank will never send direct links to log in to online banking platforms via email or SMS.
⚠️ Your bank does not need to know your full credit card number and CVV number (they already know these details!)
⚠️ Your bank will never ask you to download software or remotely access your device.
If you’re living with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low mood or anxiety or just feeling a bit isolated we’d love you to join our walking group!
It’s a free, safe, and welcoming space to:
• Move your body
• Clear your mind
• Connect with others
No pressure. … View moreIf you’re living with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low mood or anxiety or just feeling a bit isolated we’d love you to join our walking group!
It’s a free, safe, and welcoming space to:
• Move your body
• Clear your mind
• Connect with others
No pressure. Just fresh air, friendly faces, and better health together.
When: Thursdays weekly - arrive by 1:40pm, walk starts at 2:00pm
Where: The Doctors Sunset, 3/317 Sunset Road
Meet: Ali, our Health Coach, will meet you in the clinic waiting room
Distance: Minimum 3km
Requirements: Be able to slow-walk for 40-50 minutes & be a registered patient.
For more information: Speak with reception 09 478 2878
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
We’re delighted to have been awarded silver in the 2026 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards.
This is the eighth time we’ve been honoured in these awards since they began in 2015.
Each year, Reader’s Digest conducts the Quality Service Awards survey to discover New Zealanders’ … View moreWe’re delighted to have been awarded silver in the 2026 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards.
This is the eighth time we’ve been honoured in these awards since they began in 2015.
Each year, Reader’s Digest conducts the Quality Service Awards survey to discover New Zealanders’ attitudes towards services from business across various industries.
Companies are assessed based on five pillars: personalisation, understanding, simplicity, satisfaction and consistency.
This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication and excellence that our teams strive for every day in our villages to deliver exceptional service standards.
Thank you to our amazing teams and to all those who took the time to complete the surveys!
With Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, we’re on the hunt for NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree!
Whether it’s bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading… View moreWith Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, we’re on the hunt for NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree!
Whether it’s bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading Christmas magic this season.
And now for the showstopper... 🌟
One tree will rise above them all, capturing the most public votes and the title of NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree 2025, along with the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange, this year’s ultimate Christmas prize. 🎁🎄
To spread the cheer even further, four lucky trees will be chosen as Santa’s Lucky Trees, each receiving a $200 Space General Gift Voucher, the perfect way to add extra sparkle this season. 🎅🎁
Need a tree first? Explore our beautiful range here and start your Christmas magic!
📅 Public voting opens: 10 November 2025
⏳ Entries close: 17 December 2025
🎄 Winners unwrapped before Christmas — so strike a pose and share your festive masterpiece!
33 ALMA ROAD in MILFORD - Auckland
**** Saturday November 15, 2025 from 10am to 3pm ****
Come have a look as we have lots of items for sale including:
-Washer/condenser dryer, fridge, TV
-Super King bed + bedding/linens
-Cot + mattress + bedding/linens
-Bookshelf, tv stand, … View more33 ALMA ROAD in MILFORD - Auckland
**** Saturday November 15, 2025 from 10am to 3pm ****
Come have a look as we have lots of items for sale including:
-Washer/condenser dryer, fridge, TV
-Super King bed + bedding/linens
-Cot + mattress + bedding/linens
-Bookshelf, tv stand, bench/shoe rack, 2 x large cube shelves, 2 x lamps, dining chairs
-Elliptical, men's bike, splitfins
-puzzles, books
-Infant & toddler clothing and baby gear (stroller, highchair, toys, books, linens, car seats, etc)
-Women's + Maternity clothing
-Dishes and cookware, kitchen appliances, cleaning goods
-Plus 2 vehicles: Toyota Prius 2014 and Honda Vezel 2015 !!!
See our items on Trade Me as well under sellers:
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Definitely worth a look!
Hi,
Please join my speech about the Renaissance in Italy with a gem in Auckland.
Have some festive 🎄cheer with us!
We warmly invite the community for Carols In the Carpark at Forrest Hill Church on Sunday 30 November 5pm - 7pm. Free BBQ & a tasty assortment of 🥘🥢Korean food. Sing 🎤 along to our festive carols 🎄& brass band 🎺🎷🪇 afterwards. … View moreHave some festive 🎄cheer with us!
We warmly invite the community for Carols In the Carpark at Forrest Hill Church on Sunday 30 November 5pm - 7pm. Free BBQ & a tasty assortment of 🥘🥢Korean food. Sing 🎤 along to our festive carols 🎄& brass band 🎺🎷🪇 afterwards. This aint **Christmas In the Park** but its our very own Christmas in our Carpark! Have a laugh, be with great company! A lovely night out for all. Family, friends, meeting new people, loved ones 🎉🎈lets share and embrace! See you there 🍷😁 Cheers Helen
Event Details:
Come and join us for coffee and a wonderful Arts and Craft Show at the wonderful Venue: Greenwich Gardens Village, 5 Greenwich Way, Unsworth Heights, North Shore, Auckland
Dates: 14th, 15th, 16th November 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm each day
Parking: Onsite parking available;… View moreEvent Details:
Come and join us for coffee and a wonderful Arts and Craft Show at the wonderful Venue: Greenwich Gardens Village, 5 Greenwich Way, Unsworth Heights, North Shore, Auckland
Dates: 14th, 15th, 16th November 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm each day
Parking: Onsite parking available; additional parking on Unsworth Drive
At The Doctors Sunset, we're proud to support our local community with high-quality, compassionate care for the whole whānau — from little ones to grandparents.
✅ Experienced, caring GPs and nurses
✅ Convenient Sunnynook location & easy online booking
✅ Women’s health, … View moreAt The Doctors Sunset, we're proud to support our local community with high-quality, compassionate care for the whole whānau — from little ones to grandparents.
✅ Experienced, caring GPs and nurses
✅ Convenient Sunnynook location & easy online booking
✅ Women’s health, men’s health, immunisations, check-ups & more
Whether you're new to the area, haven’t seen a doctor in a while, or just want a fresh start — we’d love to welcome you.
GP consultation fees for registered patients:
Effective from 28th July 2025:
Ages 14–17 years: Now $50.00
Ages 18+ years: Now $62.00
Find us at: 3/317 Sunset Road, Sunnynook, Auckland
Call: 09 478 2878
Your health is our priority — let’s take the first step together.
The Cemetery Club is a bittersweet play about 3 widows who decide that meeting every week at their late husband's grave trying to navigate their way through their past marriage lives. When they meet Sam a widower at the graves the course of their lives. The course they take does not run … View moreThe Cemetery Club is a bittersweet play about 3 widows who decide that meeting every week at their late husband's grave trying to navigate their way through their past marriage lives. When they meet Sam a widower at the graves the course of their lives. The course they take does not run smoothly.
Contact alichamberlain.rotary@gmail.com for tickets and more information or text 021 599 395
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