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Hi neighbours. A new electorate named Flat Bush has been proposed for the south Auckland area, which would have a domino effect for the north Auckland electorates (Northland, Rodney, Upper Harbour and Whangarei), which are currently 38 per cent over quota limit. The excess population would move … View moreHi neighbours. A new electorate named Flat Bush has been proposed for the south Auckland area, which would have a domino effect for the north Auckland electorates (Northland, Rodney, Upper Harbour and Whangarei), which are currently 38 per cent over quota limit. The excess population would move south through the Auckland isthmus to populate the new electorate and see the Rodney electorate reconfigured to include the Whangaparāoa and Dairy Flat areas, with Warkworth moved into the Helensville electorate. With this change, the Rodney electorate would require a name change, for which Whangaparāoa has been proposed.
What do you think about the proposed changes? Do you think Whangaparāoa is an appropriate name for the would-be-former Rodney electorate? Or do you have another suggestion? Let us know in the comments.
Hi there neighbours,
I'm an experienced Floor Sander and have just set up a business offering a full Timber floor sanding and coating service.
We are based in Red Beach and cover the greater Auckland area and the Rodney district.
If your looking at giving your timber floors a freshen up … View moreHi there neighbours,
I'm an experienced Floor Sander and have just set up a business offering a full Timber floor sanding and coating service.
We are based in Red Beach and cover the greater Auckland area and the Rodney district.
If your looking at giving your timber floors a freshen up please give me a call to discuss what you would like to achieve and how I can make this happen for you.
Services offered include:
Builders cut for carpet and engineered floor boards
Sand & coat existing timber floors in water base/solvent base polyurethane , oil coating, staining and blonding.
Also we can sand your timber decks to bring them back to life again
Install of engineered floorboards sand and coat, which is great if your planning a kitchen renovation and the foot print of the Cupboards has changed.
Sand and coat bathrooms as well
Thanks in advance , look forward to meeting you.
Nick
021 645 259
Rodney Timber Floor Sanding
nick@rtfs.co.nz
Drop for Youth is a unique fundraising event organised by the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
Join now on a new fitness membership at Auckland Council Pools and Leisure and pay nothing until 1 February 2020*.
The sooner you start, the more free workouts you get!
Perks of being a member:
● Personalised fitness plan.
● Ongoing support from our qualified fitness instructors.
● … View moreJoin now on a new fitness membership at Auckland Council Pools and Leisure and pay nothing until 1 February 2020*.
The sooner you start, the more free workouts you get!
Perks of being a member:
● Personalised fitness plan.
● Ongoing support from our qualified fitness instructors.
● Access to multiple centres (Get into it memberships only).
*Terms & Conditions apply. Offer ends 20 December 2019.
Hi everyone :)
Just an update about the cattery, there are only 2 rooms available left for the Christmas and New Year’s Holiday!
Email thegreatcatsbycattery@gmail.com
Or txt 021 081 74077
50% off all beauty therapy treatments for 1 week only!!! See pricelist for pricing details🌸
Late nights Wednesday/Thursday till 9pm
Special starts from Monday 25 - Friday 29🎉
Contact Kim on 0211336340
Email: kim@arukahbeauty.com
Who had similar experiences today?
1. Great to learn that public transport was free of charge today - An excellent way to get cars off the road!
2. BUT: I have not noticed that AT had added any additional bus services for after the parade - we had just the standard two buses per hour! HELLOOOOOO, … View moreWho had similar experiences today?
1. Great to learn that public transport was free of charge today - An excellent way to get cars off the road!
2. BUT: I have not noticed that AT had added any additional bus services for after the parade - we had just the standard two buses per hour! HELLOOOOOO, REALLY? What went wrong again in AT management?
But this made my day:
A bus driver had finished his bus service in Albany. But then he realised how many families were waiting for the bus for Hibiscus Coast Station, which for some reasons just did not arrive. He jumped onto his bus and signalled that he will be driving us to HCS. What a great DEDICATION OF CUSTOMER SERVICE!!
AT management delivered a bad customer experience - but this bus driver (=front staff!) could fix it again!
WOW - kudos to this bus driver! And lots of passengers thanked him explicitly!! I LOVED IT!
Hello Neighbours, check out AB Electrical Browns Bay's, latest giveaway...
💡💡💡 PHILIPS DOWNLIGHT STARTER KIT GIVEAWAY 💡💡💡
Valued at $329RRP
To win simply tell us what room you would install these in on our entry form on our website...
… View moreHello Neighbours, check out AB Electrical Browns Bay's, latest giveaway...
💡💡💡 PHILIPS DOWNLIGHT STARTER KIT GIVEAWAY 💡💡💡
Valued at $329RRP
To win simply tell us what room you would install these in on our entry form on our website...
Package includes:
4-pack of 9W white recessed downlights
includes Hue Bridge & Hue Switch / Dimmer (cable-free)
Away from home control
Control via your smart device
Tunable white spectrum light (2200K - 6500K)
Dimmable
Material: aluminium
Colour: white
Product dimensions & weight (downlights) Length: 13.6 cm • Width: 5.3 cm • Net weight: 0.344 kg • Recessed distance: 10 cm
Cut out length: 12.5 cm • Cut out width: 12.5 cm
Requires installation by a trained, certified professional electrician.
T&Cs apply ~ Winner must pick up in person from our Showroom in Browns Bay. If the winner cannot pick up in person we will redraw the winner. The competition runs from 1 November to 29 November 2019. Winner will be randomly drawn from all entries.
The Night Noodle Markets opens next Friday 29th November at Auckland’s Victoria Park, where noodles will be flying off your dish and into your mouth!
We have your meal prep sorted for 10 nights! #misofull
CLICK HERE for the official map and menu
When: Friday 29 Nov - Sunday 8 Dec
Where: … View moreThe Night Noodle Markets opens next Friday 29th November at Auckland’s Victoria Park, where noodles will be flying off your dish and into your mouth!
We have your meal prep sorted for 10 nights! #misofull
CLICK HERE for the official map and menu
When: Friday 29 Nov - Sunday 8 Dec
Where: Auckland’s Victoria Park
Hours: Open from 4pm - 10pm daily
(9pm close on the last night)
Cashless: Just tap or swipe
Free Entry
Live Entertainment
Licenced Bar
Dogs welcome on a leash
Got what it takes to be more Neighbourly? You could win an exclusive concert in your neighbourhood from one of the supporting acts from this summer’s SIX60 tour.
We also have 20 DOUBLE PASSES to give away to Neighbourly members for each of the regional concerts.
To be eligible, we’ll … View moreGot what it takes to be more Neighbourly? You could win an exclusive concert in your neighbourhood from one of the supporting acts from this summer’s SIX60 tour.
We also have 20 DOUBLE PASSES to give away to Neighbourly members for each of the regional concerts.
To be eligible, we’ll need to see you being more Neighbourly. Whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting a neighbour to join the site (we’ve pulled together a few more ideas here).
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.
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!
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