Hobsonville, Auckland

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1591 days ago

Wine & Food Celebration

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Cookery students prepare a flavourful three course menu for our guests at the New Zealand Sommelier Association Awards dinner.
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Menu
Canapés - Homemade Coppa with Tamarillo chutney and Hummus with pickled radish and Smoked fish rillete with fennel canapès.
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Lightly smoked hapuka with … View more
Our Cookery students prepare a flavourful three course menu for our guests at the New Zealand Sommelier Association Awards dinner.
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Menu
Canapés - Homemade Coppa with Tamarillo chutney and Hummus with pickled radish and Smoked fish rillete with fennel canapès.
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Lightly smoked hapuka with foaming kina & clams on crustade of malted barley bread with samphire, pickled onion and dill
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Crusted Pigeon Bay organic lamb with ragout of our own lamb Chorizo, blanched peas, beans & Pinot jus
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Caramelised Apple & Noble Rot Infusion

1596 days ago

Is it time to protect more Auckland trees on private properties ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, Auckland is said to be losing 1,000 trees a week - felled on private property where there almost no rules to protect them. "Stop the Chop" wants better when the RMA is replaced. Do you agree? Read the story below:

1592 days ago

Building a legacy that inspires

Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond … View more
Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond the ordinary when it comes to paying it forward and making a difference. Let’s celebrate the good and help their legacy shine bright. Because these kiwis demonstrate the true meaning of an inspiring legacy. Who will join them?

Nominations close 31 August.

#NZOTY #NZerOfTheYear
Learn more

1592 days ago

Maintenance apprenticeship available in Mangere.

Competenz

Hey Auckland!
The FoodBowl are currently looking for an Apprentice, for the Auckland site in Mangere, to assist their Maintenance Engineer and help manage day to day running of the plant, including maintenance of equipment, planned and unplanned, breakdowns and repairs.

Are you or someone you … View more
Hey Auckland!
The FoodBowl are currently looking for an Apprentice, for the Auckland site in Mangere, to assist their Maintenance Engineer and help manage day to day running of the plant, including maintenance of equipment, planned and unplanned, breakdowns and repairs.

Are you or someone you know looking for an opportunity like this? Find out more now!

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1593 days ago

Love your colour with Resene this August!

Resene ColorShop

Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L. … View more
Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L.

Offers available with your Resene DIY Card. If you don’t have a card you can sign up free in store or online
See more details online

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1593 days ago

Insulate your walls with Insulmax

Insulmax

The Insulmax® retrofit wall insulation system can quickly and easily insulate the walls of ALL types of homes.

Fully certified for NZ conditions and approved by all councils to install through the external cladding or internal lining.

Warmer, drier, energy efficient walls just became a … View more
The Insulmax® retrofit wall insulation system can quickly and easily insulate the walls of ALL types of homes.

Fully certified for NZ conditions and approved by all councils to install through the external cladding or internal lining.

Warmer, drier, energy efficient walls just became a whole lot easier to achieve!
Learn more

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1594 days ago

Looking to sell?

Solution Street

Solution Street are property developers with a difference. They’re creating more affordable housing in Auckland, helping more Kiwis to break the renting cycle and take their first step on the property ladder - but they need land to build on, that's where you come in!

If you’re looking … View more
Solution Street are property developers with a difference. They’re creating more affordable housing in Auckland, helping more Kiwis to break the renting cycle and take their first step on the property ladder - but they need land to build on, that's where you come in!

If you’re looking to sell, they offer market prices, flexible settlement timeframes & you'll deal directly with the purchaser meaning no need for real estate agents, open homes or auctions.

Click the link for more information, our call their friendly team on 0800 SSTREET
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1594 days ago

Foldable climbing frame

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Construct a climbing frame for upwardly mobile crops and add the colour with Resene paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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1595 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win … View moreWe've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win a Prezzy® Card. Have a think and get nominating now! Nominate now!

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1595 days ago

Basketball, university or firefighter? Tall Fern Ella Fotu does it all

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Harbour News

Ella Fotu grew up playing sport, but it wasn’t until she witnessed her older brother, Tall Black Isaac Fotu, making strides with his basketball career in Hawaii that she decided she wanted to go pro too.

She would go on to do that, and much more.

The 25-year-old from Torbay is juggling being a … View more
Ella Fotu grew up playing sport, but it wasn’t until she witnessed her older brother, Tall Black Isaac Fotu, making strides with his basketball career in Hawaii that she decided she wanted to go pro too.

She would go on to do that, and much more.

The 25-year-old from Torbay is juggling being a Tall Fern and playing for local club Harbour Breeze, alongside studying for a degree in environmental science via distance at Massey University, and, working as a firefighter at the Devonport Fire Station – the latter two are full-time gigs.

How does she manage all that?! Click 'read more' to find out.

1597 days ago

Why is Auckland Council selling the work of 320 staff?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, Behind closed doors councillors have decided to try to sell its parks and facilities maintenance business that employs 320 staff. Should we know why ? Read the story below :

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1597 days ago

Gone is the tank farm - behold the start of a waterfront park

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, Out of public glare, those big petrol chemical storage tanks have gone from Wynyard Point near the Harbour Bridge. The long job of turning it into a 5ha harbourside park is ahead. Read the story below:

1596 days ago

Could you get more from your Vitamin C supplement?

Lipo Sachets

The body doesn’t produce or store vitamin C, which means many of us are missing out on its health-giving benefits. You should also consume it daily, not just in times of need.

Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets use patented technology to deliver a high dose of new generation liposomal vitamin C. They are… View more
The body doesn’t produce or store vitamin C, which means many of us are missing out on its health-giving benefits. You should also consume it daily, not just in times of need.

Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets use patented technology to deliver a high dose of new generation liposomal vitamin C. They are proven to deliver 80% higher absorption than standard vitamin C* to help support your immune health and wellbeing.

Make sure your immune system is fighting fit for winter and beyond, by optimising your vitamin C intake.

Could you benefit from high dose liposomal vitamin C?

Ref: *Based on a clinical study comparing 10g Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets to 10g standard vitamin C. Maciej Lukawski (2019). Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. Vitamins are supplementary to a balanced diet. AFT Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Auckland. TAPS PP7841
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1596 days ago

Sign up for Walking Stars Auckland | 13 November 2021

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Join Walking Stars and be part of Auckland’s brightest night walk!
Walking Stars is a night-time half marathon and 12km walk through the streets of central Auckland. This is a fun, vibrant event that raises vital funds to support local people living with cancer.
Sign up now to experience … View more
Join Walking Stars and be part of Auckland’s brightest night walk!
Walking Stars is a night-time half marathon and 12km walk through the streets of central Auckland. This is a fun, vibrant event that raises vital funds to support local people living with cancer.
Sign up now to experience this one-of-a-kind event.
Sign up now

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1596 days ago

New Zealand Sommelier of the year - 2021

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Congratulations to Andrea Martinisi as he is awarded New Zealand Sommelier of the Year 2021.

Andrea Martinisi is presented with the New Zealand Sommelier of the Year 2021 trophy by Marek Przyborek (NZ Sommelier of the Year 2018) and chair of the Examination Committee with Celia Hay, chair of New … View more
Congratulations to Andrea Martinisi as he is awarded New Zealand Sommelier of the Year 2021.

Andrea Martinisi is presented with the New Zealand Sommelier of the Year 2021 trophy by Marek Przyborek (NZ Sommelier of the Year 2018) and chair of the Examination Committee with Celia Hay, chair of New Zealand Sommeliers and Wine Professionals Association. Andrea is General Manager and Head Sommelier of The Grove Restaurant, Auckland. Marek is head sommelier at Amisfield, Central Otago.

The day started with the Theory Assessment (60 minutest) and Blind Tasting of 2 wines. The white wine was Saint Clair Pioneer Block Gewurztraminer 2020 from Marlborough and from Spain, Muga Seleccion Especial Rioja 2016. The Practical included a restaurant scenario to decant a bottle of Te Mata Awatea 2018 and provide a food pairing. This was made a little tricky as we also had a bottle Te Mata Awatea 2019 on the sideboard... to check if the candidates were reading the label!

The Practical also featured a spirit tasting where candidates were asked to identify 4 spirits. This year the spirits were Bacardi, Tequila Blanco, Jack Daniels, Calvados.

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