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3157 days ago

What’s your Mother’s Day tradition?

The Team from Jennian Homes

Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.

So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
Register now

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3163 days ago

Police appeal for sightings of missing Whitford man

Reporter Eastern Courier

Police have concerns for the safety and well-being of a 55-year-old man who has been reported missing from Whitford in East Auckland. John Prangley left his home on Thursday, April 13, and has not been seen since.

Anyone who has seen John Prangley or has any information on his whereabouts … View more
Police have concerns for the safety and well-being of a 55-year-old man who has been reported missing from Whitford in East Auckland. John Prangley left his home on Thursday, April 13, and has not been seen since.

Anyone who has seen John Prangley or has any information on his whereabouts can contact Sergeant Daniel Palmer, phone 021 191 2023, or call Counties Manukau Police on 09 261 1300.

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3159 days ago

Give your mum a meaningful gift this Mother's Day

Danielle Tucker from

Mums show us they care every single day in a million different ways. This Mother's Day show your mum you care by sharing the love with SPCA TLC.

TLC gifts are virtual gifts that allow you to give an animal the gift of love or rescue on behalf of your mum. You can then choose to commemorate … View more
Mums show us they care every single day in a million different ways. This Mother's Day show your mum you care by sharing the love with SPCA TLC.

TLC gifts are virtual gifts that allow you to give an animal the gift of love or rescue on behalf of your mum. You can then choose to commemorate your gift with an e-card or printed card.

Click here to check out our Mother's Day TLC range - bit.ly...

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3160 days ago

Open Streets Manukau

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Bring friends and whanau on Sat 20 May for a fun-filled day of music, entertainment, bikes, games and more to Open Streets Manukua at the Manukau Civic Square (outside the library), Osterley Way.

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3160 days ago

WIN tickets to exclusive preview screening of SENSE OF AN ENDING!

Roadshow Films

Enter the draw now for the chance to attend an exclusive preview screening of SENSE OF AN ENDING with a guest at Event Broadway, Auckland, at 6:30pm on Monday 15th May. Based on Julian Barnes’ Man Booker Prize winning novel, SENSE OF AN ENDING is a powerful story about memories from the past and … View moreEnter the draw now for the chance to attend an exclusive preview screening of SENSE OF AN ENDING with a guest at Event Broadway, Auckland, at 6:30pm on Monday 15th May. Based on Julian Barnes’ Man Booker Prize winning novel, SENSE OF AN ENDING is a powerful story about memories from the past and how what we remember is only half the story. With an all-star ensemble cast including Emily Mortimer, Jim Broadbent and Charlotte Rampling, this is a film that will excite any British drama fan.

To enter simply LIKE or THANK this message and you're in the draw. There's 50 double passes to be won!
Watch the trailer

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3160 days ago

Free composting workshop

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Did you know that 50 per cent of the contents of a typical household bin in Auckland can be composted?

Find out how to put your food scraps to better use at a free workshop hosted by the Compost Collective. This will run from 10am until 12pm on Saturday 20th May at the Waiuku Community Hall.

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Did you know that 50 per cent of the contents of a typical household bin in Auckland can be composted?

Find out how to put your food scraps to better use at a free workshop hosted by the Compost Collective. This will run from 10am until 12pm on Saturday 20th May at the Waiuku Community Hall.

Be sure to book ahead to secure your spot by calling (09) 482 1672 or visiting the Compost Collective website.

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3161 days ago

Get a grip on the traffic

NZTA

On trial until 1 September 2017, pre-recorded messages about roadworks and public events which may affect your journey and relevant road safety and public transport messages are on-air 24/7. Updates on significant incidents affecting the transport network will be available 6am – 7pm, Monday to … View moreOn trial until 1 September 2017, pre-recorded messages about roadworks and public events which may affect your journey and relevant road safety and public transport messages are on-air 24/7. Updates on significant incidents affecting the transport network will be available 6am – 7pm, Monday to Friday.

We recommend you pre-set 102.2FM in your vehicle’s radio before departure so it’s easily accessible while on the move in/near the broadcast area.
Learn more

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3162 days ago

Making it in the film industry: One teen's quest for success

Reporter Eastern Courier

An East Auckland teenager has his sights set on seeing his name in film credits worldwide.
Joshua Sheehan, 18, is about to head off to the Big Apple to study at New York University's film school, Tisch School of the Arts.

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3163 days ago

High Ti Mothers Day Concert, Saturday 13 May, 3pm at the Picton Centre, Howick

Lynne from Maraetai

Come hear the award-winning Manukau Concert Band play a wide selection of music: from pop to classics, from traditional to contemporary.
There will be a delectable high tea served at the interval (donation requested). Tickets $10 on the door, Mums FREE

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3163 days ago

Step up, get active and support vulnerable people this winter with Red Cross Journey

Red Cross Auckland

Take on Red Cross Journey and challenge yourself to walk in the shoes of a volunteer responding to a disaster or a former refugee family seeking safety. Follow their journey, hear their stories and make a difference for people in your community and around the world.

How does it work?

Red … View more
Take on Red Cross Journey and challenge yourself to walk in the shoes of a volunteer responding to a disaster or a former refugee family seeking safety. Follow their journey, hear their stories and make a difference for people in your community and around the world.

How does it work?

Red Cross Journey is all about walking in someone else’s shoes. Choose a journey to follow, clock 10,000 steps each day between 8 May and 8 June and get people to sponsor you.

Along the way, you’ll receive updates marking your milestones and sharing more about your chosen journey.
By taking part and fundraising, you’ll be helping Red Cross do good things across New Zealand and around the world.

Which journey will you take?

Choose to walk Disaster Welfare and Support Team volunteer Kath’s journey and cover 240km during the month – that’s about 10,000 steps a day – or get a team together and follow the Tamim family's route to a safer life, covering 1,000km.

Registrations are now open. Sign up and make every step count!

3163 days ago

Work kicks off on Pukekohe skate park

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Work on a new skate park in Pukekohe is now underway.
Franklin Local Board joined the Franklin Youth Advisory Board, Pukekohe Rotary and the designers to celebrate the start of construction.

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3163 days ago

Good in the Hood is back

Z

Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood. Learn more

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3164 days ago

Keep the guava moth out of your fruit trees

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Have you noticed a nasty invader in your home-grown feijoas this year? Find out how to combat guava moth. bit.ly...

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