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Clean UP before Xmas...... pop along and lend a hand or two.... or an hour or two....appreciated ..............
Too often we think that picking up litter is someone else’s job - but collecting rubbish is such a simple way we can help our community, the environment and our own health and wellbeing.
This is why Resene is proud to sponsor the “Walk & Collect Weekend” on December 7 and 8. Take a … View moreToo often we think that picking up litter is someone else’s job - but collecting rubbish is such a simple way we can help our community, the environment and our own health and wellbeing.
This is why Resene is proud to sponsor the “Walk & Collect Weekend” on December 7 and 8. Take a walk over the weekend and collect a bag of rubbish in your community - it's simple but with a collective effort can make a big difference.
It's free to participate and there are prizes to be won - including a $200 Resene Gift Card! Simply head to their event page and register your interest.
A caring community is one that’s there for us in good times, and in our times of need. That’s the community Hoko and Glenda found at Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“The staff are absolutely amazing,” explains Glenda. “They go out of their way to speak to you, to make … View moreA caring community is one that’s there for us in good times, and in our times of need. That’s the community Hoko and Glenda found at Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“The staff are absolutely amazing,” explains Glenda. “They go out of their way to speak to you, to make sure you’re ok.”
Hoko and Glenda feel very fortunate for the support they received when Hoko experienced some health issues. It wasn’t just the village staff who provided support, the whole community rallied around them.
“When I got sick the community itself looked after me,” Hoko explains.
“I can’t speak highly enough of the staff here,” Glenda says.
Our kids have moved to other sailing classes, so we sell our Far East OPTIMIST 4431, year 2009, in great condition.
Boat, sail and all parts have been nicely cleaned after each session, well looked after and always stored under cover in a garage.
Details:
- This boat/sail combination was … View moreOur kids have moved to other sailing classes, so we sell our Far East OPTIMIST 4431, year 2009, in great condition.
Boat, sail and all parts have been nicely cleaned after each session, well looked after and always stored under cover in a garage.
Details:
- This boat/sail combination was used by us and one former owner at Wakatere Club and won many races and was successful at other competitions.
- Sail # NZL4431. Far East Optimist, has had decent use, but still in very sound, good condition with a few scratches/nicks consistent with use at training/racing regattas etc.
- Yellow foils in good condition
- Black/Gold spars also in good condition
- All lines/ropes replaced as necessary etc
- Comes with hull, spars, foils, beach trolley, measurement book/papers and everything shown in photos
- Fibreglass rudder/tiller
- Fibreglass centre board
- Comes with full complimentary rigging/tuning session, if desired!
- Inspection most welcome (and almost prefer it so people know what they’ve getting).
- Price $1,100 or nearest offer. Compare with current boats on trade me. I think this is a very fair price for the boat which I’m happy to sell it to a young passionate sailor.
- Photos attached and more available to interested parties
Ready to practice, learn to sail, race, and have a lot of fun on the water. This is ideal for the start of sailing season, or for Christmas.
Check and see us, sailboat is stored in Auckland-Devonport.
Feel free to contact us:
benighaus@me.com
020-4145-2445
This curry keeps well in the fridge for a few days and the leftovers taste even better the next day.
Ingredients
1 kg Chicken pieces, including thighs, drums, wings
2 cloves Garlic
5 cm Fresh ginger, peeled
1 med Onion, peeled and cut into quaters
1 Tbsp Oil
1 large Lemon, or lime, freshly… View moreThis curry keeps well in the fridge for a few days and the leftovers taste even better the next day.
Ingredients
1 kg Chicken pieces, including thighs, drums, wings
2 cloves Garlic
5 cm Fresh ginger, peeled
1 med Onion, peeled and cut into quaters
1 Tbsp Oil
1 large Lemon, or lime, freshly juiced
1 Tbsp Cumin seeds
1 pinch Cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp Tomato paste
½ cup Cream, or yoghurt
Directions
Remove skin from the chicken if you prefer.
Place garlic, ginger and onion in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Add 150ml water to make into a thin puree.
Heat the oil in a heavy-based frying pan. When hot, add the chicken pieces and brown on both sides. While cooking season with salt.
When the chicken is nicely browned, squeeze over the lemon juice and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Add the cumin seeds, cayenne and tomato paste.
Pour in the garlic, onion and ginger puree, cover the frying pan with a lid and simmer for 5 minutes.
Turn the chicken. Stir in the cream or yoghurt. Add enough water to cover the chicken, cover and continue to cook on a low heat for 20-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. Cooking time will depend on the cut of chicken you have used and whether it is on the bone.
Check for seasoning — you may need more salt or cayenne if you like it hot.
Remove from the heat and rest with the lid on for 5-10 minutes. The chicken will keep cooking in this time and will be more tender when you come to eat it.
Serve with rice and steamed seasonal vegetables.
Click below to read some interesting cooking tips!
Right now in the Pacific there is a life-threatening measles outbreak, and children are most at risk.
Outbreaks have been declared in Fiji, Samoa and Tonga. Thousands of people have been affected, and many thousands more are at risk as health authorities and medical professionals race to prevent … View moreRight now in the Pacific there is a life-threatening measles outbreak, and children are most at risk.
Outbreaks have been declared in Fiji, Samoa and Tonga. Thousands of people have been affected, and many thousands more are at risk as health authorities and medical professionals race to prevent the spread and impact of this disease.
Red Cross volunteers are working closely with Ministries of Health to support both response and prevention activities. Hundreds of people have already visited the mobile vaccination site at Samoa Red Cross.
You can help too. Donate to the Pacific Disaster Fund now to support this emergency response.
Our next meeting will next meeting is this Saturday 10.30am at the Birkenhead Library.
A massive thank you to Lee from PRS for taking our reception, admin and clinic support workers through basic life saving skills last night.
We learnt lots and had a fabulous time brushing up on our skills that we hope we’ll never need.
We have recovered this dog wanding the street in Eban Ave. It was found on a lead yesterday. Does anyone know the owner?
A man who was wanted by police over an assault in Auckland which left a woman with serious injuries …
Fantastic to see the "SLOW" markings that are now being rolled out at school crossings across Kaipātiki. Earlier this year the Kaipātiki Local Board requested and funded markings for 14 pedestrian crossings near school entrances (excluding any with traffic lights or that were already… View moreFantastic to see the "SLOW" markings that are now being rolled out at school crossings across Kaipātiki. Earlier this year the Kaipātiki Local Board requested and funded markings for 14 pedestrian crossings near school entrances (excluding any with traffic lights or that were already scheduled to receive an upgrade).
Pictured: New markings at outside Birkenhead Primary School and Windy Ridge School.
Funded by the Kaipātiki Local Board via the Auckland Transport Community Safety Fund.
The Kaipātiki Summer Fun programme is now underway for 2019/20! Local Board member Paula Gillon and I attended the event at Tui Park this morning and it was great to see so many families playing and getting to know each other. Thanks to the Kaipatiki Community Facilities Trust for this series … View moreThe Kaipātiki Summer Fun programme is now underway for 2019/20! Local Board member Paula Gillon and I attended the event at Tui Park this morning and it was great to see so many families playing and getting to know each other. Thanks to the Kaipatiki Community Facilities Trust for this series of events.
To see the full Summer Fun schedule, pick up a brochure from your local library or community centre, or download it from the below link :
www.kaipatikicommunityfacilitiestrust.org.nz...
The Kaipātiki Summer Fun programme is funded by the Kaipatiki Local Board and Birkenhead Licensing Trust.
Aucklanders, it’s not too late to have your say about the future of Auckland Museum! We’d appreciate as much input as we can get from the community. It only takes a few minutes. Visit our survey before 5pm on Monday 25 November and let us know which of our priorities are most important to you, … View moreAucklanders, it’s not too late to have your say about the future of Auckland Museum! We’d appreciate as much input as we can get from the community. It only takes a few minutes. Visit our survey before 5pm on Monday 25 November and let us know which of our priorities are most important to you, and share any comments you may have.
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