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2273 days ago

Kombucha Workshop

Kowhai Makau from

Activate your gut to absorb more nutrients with this refreshing and fizzing delight. An informative workshop to improve your health and enrich your life.
Learning the art of successfully keeping a healthy Kombucha Scoby is the beginning of a life-transforming attitude towards a healthy gut. These … View more
Activate your gut to absorb more nutrients with this refreshing and fizzing delight. An informative workshop to improve your health and enrich your life.
Learning the art of successfully keeping a healthy Kombucha Scoby is the beginning of a life-transforming attitude towards a healthy gut. These fermented drinks contain beneficial enzymes and nutrients that improve digestion and boost your beneficial gut flora and immunity.
In this in-depth class, you will learn how to be your own therapeutic kitchen master, learning to make this nutritious drink with delicious flavours.
Participants receive their own SCOBY, starter liquid and a handout with brewing instructions to take home. Bring a jar!

Registrations close on Thursday 10 October.

Tutor: Julie Craig
Julie is a tutor, author and columnist who is passionate about living sustainably in Auckland’s urban environment. A horticulturally trained, historic food practitioner, Julie is the Wild Crafter that weaves together the classes for the Oak and Thistle team. Specialising in teaching food initiatives, brewing, foraging, making medicine and household products, Julie is passionate about fostering strong communities through bartering, sharing and teaching.

Terms and Conditions:

Course registration closes 24 hours before the course starts, unless it is full prior to this. Therefore please book early to avoid disappointment. We do not accept walk-ins on the day for our courses. Please register and pay before the start of the course.

Refund Policy – Courses

If you cancel a course booking five (5) days before the start of the course, we will give you a full refund.
If you cancel a course booking between five (5) days and one (1) day before the start of a course, we will give you a 50% refund.
If you cancel your booking on the day of the course, you are not entitled to a refund.

Contact community@kaiptaiki.org.nz to cancel a course.

Cancellations

Kaipatiki Project reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. We will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible before we cancel a course. If we cancel a course, you will receive a full refund.
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2274 days ago

Recipe: Asparagus with parmigiano and mayonnaise

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Here's a great dish to make the most of asparagus when they're at their best.

Serves 4
Ingredients
20 Asparagus, spears (5-6 asparagus spears per person)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Mayonnaise
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Here's a great dish to make the most of asparagus when they're at their best.

Serves 4
Ingredients
20 Asparagus, spears (5-6 asparagus spears per person)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Mayonnaise
50 g Parmigiano cheese, grated

Directions

1. Snap off the asparagus ends or peel the last 2-3 centimetres.
2. Heat a pot of water to blanch the asparagus.
3. Add salt and sugar to the water — this helps heighten the green colour of the asparagus.
4. When water reaches a rolling boil, add the asparagus. Cover with a lid and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Drain in a sink with cold running water and ice if you have it.
6. Remove from the water when cool and drain and place on a serving plate.
7. Combine the parmigiano and mayonnaise and pour over the asparagus.
8. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve.

For the Mayonnaise recipe follow the link below!

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2274 days ago

Have you passed "inheritance" on to your kids?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

2274 days ago

Hob Pt - Mountain Film Night (NZ Film Festival)

Organisational Leader from Hobsonville Community Trust

The New Zealand Mountain Film & Book Festival is now coming to Hobsonville Point !!!

This night will feature 7 short films produced by New Zealanders in some magical locations. This is an evening that inspire you and make you hunger for our beautiful outdoors.

Tickets at the door. Cash only. … View more
The New Zealand Mountain Film & Book Festival is now coming to Hobsonville Point !!!

This night will feature 7 short films produced by New Zealanders in some magical locations. This is an evening that inspire you and make you hunger for our beautiful outdoors.

Tickets at the door. Cash only. $10 adults, $5 students, Seniors and <5yrs free.

Free popcorn.

Don't miss this one and get in early to ensure you get a seat! Doors open 6.30pm. Films start 7pm. Limited seats available, first in, first served.

2274 days ago

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st ⚠️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View more
Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.

This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.

Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZprepared

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2277 days ago

Babysitter / Childminder / Dog walker

Jacinda from Hobsonville

Hi all,
I'd like to put my services out there!
I'm an experienced babysitter available during these holidays anytime, weekday evenings (out of school holidays) and anytime on the weekend. My rate is $11 ph, I have lots of experience in babysitting and can provide references, I have … View more
Hi all,
I'd like to put my services out there!
I'm an experienced babysitter available during these holidays anytime, weekday evenings (out of school holidays) and anytime on the weekend. My rate is $11 ph, I have lots of experience in babysitting and can provide references, I have completed a childminding and first aid course, and am comfortable with all ages. If you ever need a casual babysitter or are looking for a regular babysitter, please feel free to message me.

I also do local dog walking, prices negotiable on how long and often, but approximately $5 a day, along with feeding pets and giving them some attention and TLC.

2275 days ago

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you … View more
The Greens are supporting the voting age being dropped to 16. Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you think?

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Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?
  • 20.7% Absolutely - young people are our future!
    20.7% Complete
  • 68.2% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
    68.2% Complete
  • 11% It depends on the 16-year-old
    11% Complete
1259 votes
2274 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.

For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
Book now

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2274 days ago

Cash for cars - get your wreck off the road!

The Team from AAA Auto Parts

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free … View more
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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2288 days ago

Plastic Bags

Ronald from Maxron Associates

I was pretty grumpy when our nanny state decided to tell me I cant have plastic bags from my dairy or takeaway. Mainly because I had to go and buy plastic bags for my home rubbish bins, when I used to use the bag I got from the shop. Last night I went for takeaways and was given plastic bags to … View moreI was pretty grumpy when our nanny state decided to tell me I cant have plastic bags from my dairy or takeaway. Mainly because I had to go and buy plastic bags for my home rubbish bins, when I used to use the bag I got from the shop. Last night I went for takeaways and was given plastic bags to carry it home. I said I thought you couldn't do this any more, she replied no its ok if the bag doesn't have handles. Go figure, plastic bags with handles are more dangerous than plastic bags without handles who'd have thought. Mind you I'm happy again because guess where they fit, you got it, in my rubbish bin under the sink, outstanding.

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2275 days ago

Greenhtihe Tweens and Teens Acting/Dancing/Singing FUN holiday workshop

Jodie from Greenhithe

Kapai Kids Workshop - Weds 9th Oct to Friday 11th Oct - Three days of performance skills, confidence boosting and learning to SHINE on stage across dance, acting and singing. Passing on 30 years of experience in stage and screen and kids come out buzzing! Must have had previous experience in … View moreKapai Kids Workshop - Weds 9th Oct to Friday 11th Oct - Three days of performance skills, confidence boosting and learning to SHINE on stage across dance, acting and singing. Passing on 30 years of experience in stage and screen and kids come out buzzing! Must have had previous experience in either dance, acting or singing, ages 10 - 16. Details on the attached flyer - bookings essential Jodie ph 021 231 6617 - look forward to hearing from you Cheers Jodie Dorday

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2275 days ago

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.

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2275 days ago

So you think you're not going to vote ? Try this :

Todd Niall Reporter from North Harbour News

Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? … View more
Hi Neighbours,
History tells us most of you won't vote in the Auckland Council elections by October 12. 38.5 per cent did last time. So I thought I'd offer a few tips about that unopened envelope that is sitting in your home, give it a go and see if you become a voter. Does it work ? Read the story below:


(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

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2275 days ago

Free- bamboo stakes

Birgit from Massey

Hi, any keen gardeners in here? Tomato season is soon upon us

We have the gift that keeps on giving: a bamboo jungle ;).
Thick, really thick, thin, long, short.... Cut as many as you want, only condition is: you need to take the bushy bits, too.

Just a thought: these would be a good means… View more
Hi, any keen gardeners in here? Tomato season is soon upon us

We have the gift that keeps on giving: a bamboo jungle ;).
Thick, really thick, thin, long, short.... Cut as many as you want, only condition is: you need to take the bushy bits, too.

Just a thought: these would be a good means for someone to fundraise. Bamboo stakes in the stores sell for $2-$3 each! Massey West, Don Buck Rd

Free

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