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We’ve been helping local businesses add their personal touch to Christmas gifts - from wine carriers to cooler bags and more. Pop in or visit montys.co.nz for ideas.
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card 🏆
*Unleash your … View moreIt is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card 🏆
*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!
Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.
Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.
Anyone with information is urged not to approach him … View morePolice are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.
Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.
Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 241018/9095.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Aucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 Tūpuna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. 🔥🚫
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites — including Te Pane o Mataoho / Māngere Mountain last year. Even one spark… View moreAucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 Tūpuna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. 🔥🚫
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites — including Te Pane o Mataoho / Māngere Mountain last year. Even one spark can harm the cultural and natural beauty of our maunga.
Let’s protect these special places together.
Don’t miss out on our opening special - only available until Christmas. We're offering a 50% off introductory discount on all first aid training to celebrate our first aid training centre opening in Browns Bay opening That means:
- $112.50 for Workplace First Aider
- $67.50 for … View moreDon’t miss out on our opening special - only available until Christmas. We're offering a 50% off introductory discount on all first aid training to celebrate our first aid training centre opening in Browns Bay opening That means:
- $112.50 for Workplace First Aider
- $67.50 for Revalidation
(All GST incl.)
This is your chance to get NZQA-approved, flexible, and engaging training at half the price. Book your course now at www.pts....
Dilworth Hearing is coming to The Doctors Sunset to offer free 20-minute hearing screenings for adults aged 50+. A quick and easy way to check your hearing health.
Have you noticed it’s getting harder to follow conversations in busy places, or that you’re turning up the TV more often? A … View moreDilworth Hearing is coming to The Doctors Sunset to offer free 20-minute hearing screenings for adults aged 50+. A quick and easy way to check your hearing health.
Have you noticed it’s getting harder to follow conversations in busy places, or that you’re turning up the TV more often? A hearing screening can help you understand what’s going on.
Dates: Wednesday, 29 October / 26th November / 17th December
Time: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Where: The Doctors Sunset, 317 Sunset Road, Sunnynook
Ask at reception to book your free appointment - 09 478 2878
The plasma in your blood can help treat over 50 different illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11 lifesaving products. But demand is outpacing the supply. Luckily there’s a new place to donate plasma. NZ Blood’s new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive … View moreThe plasma in your blood can help treat over 50 different illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11 lifesaving products. But demand is outpacing the supply. Luckily there’s a new place to donate plasma. NZ Blood’s new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive on Auckland’s North Shore. Doors open on 3 November. Join us for opening celebrations on 7 November.
Bring your friends, family or workmates to learn more about plasma (you never know who you might run into). It’s a chance to see the good your plasma donation can do.
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This is why our learners rate us so highly: We cater to groups - big and small - across Auckland. Creating a relaxed, inclusive learning environment where first aid feels practical, relevant, and fun - not intimidating.
We teach you how to use what’s available when managing an emergency, … View moreThis is why our learners rate us so highly: We cater to groups - big and small - across Auckland. Creating a relaxed, inclusive learning environment where first aid feels practical, relevant, and fun - not intimidating.
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That’s how we are different - creating confident first aiders through practical, down-to-earth training.
Now open in Browns Bay, Auckland, with a 50% introductory discount for a limited time. Book your spot online today: www.pts...
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Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
Waitematā Police are reminding businesses to be vigilant, after a spate of attempted fraudulent activity in recent weeks.
Waitematā CIB Detective Sergeant Mark Renfree says Police are aware of three recent incidents where a person or persons have attempted to obtain goods fraudulently.
“In … View moreWaitematā Police are reminding businesses to be vigilant, after a spate of attempted fraudulent activity in recent weeks.
Waitematā CIB Detective Sergeant Mark Renfree says Police are aware of three recent incidents where a person or persons have attempted to obtain goods fraudulently.
“In each case, an individual has called a local hardware-type business and placed an order for a large amount of product. This person has attempted to charge the product to the account of a company known to the business.”
Once approved, the scammer has sent an Uber driver to pick up the items.
“So not only are they committing fraud, but they are also putting innocent and unaware Uber drivers into the middle of this offending,” Detective Sergeant Renfree says.
An investigation into these incidents is ongoing, however Police want to warn businesses to be aware of this specific type of scam and to take steps to safeguard against it.
“Our message is simple, do not allow anyone to charge items to an account without verifying them and obtaining identification of the caller,” says Detective Sergeant Renfree. “Anyone purchasing goods should know all the company details they are charging to.”
Businesses should follow these steps:
• Verify all orders placed over the phone, especially if the caller is unknown
• Cross-check contact details with official account records
• Do not dispatch goods until the order is confirmed by a known contact
• Report any suspicious activity to Police
“We are reminding people to be vigilant and cross-check all details,” Detective Sergeant Renfree says. “And most importantly, do not hand over anything until you are satisfied everything is correct.”
Police are encouraging any suspicious behaviour to be reported online at 105.police.govt.nz or by calling 105.
Information can also be reported anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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!
WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables
The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or … View moreWANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables
The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or similar items then our specialist buyers would like to make an offer.
Any items will be considered so please don’t be shy and visit one of our venues.
Large or valuable collections? Single items? Downsizing, moving or decluttering? Family not interested? or simply turning unwanted items into cash.
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Whether you have a large and valuable collection or a single item of broken jewellery please take this opportunity to see us at a venue near you.
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Goldco Antique Buyers | Member NZNDA | website email: goldco@xtra.co.nz | Ph: 0800 105 228
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