One Tree Hill, Auckland

It is the weekend!

It is the weekend!

List your pre-loved gems in Neighbourly Market.

2184 days ago

Summer boat deals too good to be true, police warn

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, hundreds of boats are stolen each year in New Zealand and police say careless buyers sucked into sweet-sounding deals this summer could risk prosecution.

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2184 days ago

Keep safe this summer!

Ministry for Primary Industries

The summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple C’s – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill… View moreThe summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple C’s – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill this summer. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, so remember these easy steps while cooking.

Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for more details.
Learn more

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2184 days ago

Be in to win The Editors' Escape

The Editors' Escape

If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this … View more
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.

Let us know here would you escape with the Editors' Escape via this link and be in to win 1 of 5 double passes to NZ House & Garden House Tours.

Competition closes 15th January 2020.
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2185 days ago

Lions, tigers at Northland wildlife sanctuary want your Christmas trees

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A Northland wildlife sanctuary is on the hunt for used Christmas trees for its big cats to play with.

If you need a place to dispose your tree, here’s your chance!

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2185 days ago

WIN with your summer photography!

Canon NZ

There are six prizes up for grabs for this year's Canon Amateur Photo Awards. Get snapping, and you could WIN! Find out more

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2185 days ago
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2185 days ago

Looking for a house for 10 Days

Teresa from Hillsborough

Hi there, are you going away and need some responsible people to stay and look after the place? We need somewhere to stay from 10 to 20 January 2020 while our house is let.

We are a family of four but can share rooms.

We currently live in Hillsborough.

Please contact me on … View more
Hi there, are you going away and need some responsible people to stay and look after the place? We need somewhere to stay from 10 to 20 January 2020 while our house is let.

We are a family of four but can share rooms.

We currently live in Hillsborough.

Please contact me on Teresa.platt@outlook.com or through messages if you can help.

Many thanks
Teresa

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2185 days ago

Inflatable toys are 'huge drowning risk' after Auckland beach rescues

Laine Moger Reporter from Central Leader

A warning about the dangers of inflatable toys at beaches has been issued after two teenagers were blown out to sea on a blow-up sheep.
Surf Lifesaving chief exectuive Mark Williams said there is a constant risk particularly when offshore winds are blowing.
He recommends taking great care and … View more
A warning about the dangers of inflatable toys at beaches has been issued after two teenagers were blown out to sea on a blow-up sheep.
Surf Lifesaving chief exectuive Mark Williams said there is a constant risk particularly when offshore winds are blowing.
He recommends taking great care and extra vigilance around the use of such flotation devices, which are a popular Christmas present, especially by young children who can very quickly be pushed out of their depth.

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2186 days ago

Red panda cub and zebra foal born at Auckland Zoo over Christmas

Laine Moger Reporter from Central Leader

There were two new arrivals born at Auckland Zoo this Christmas - a red panda cub and a zebra foal.
Born the week before Christmas on December 18, the panda cub is the second for mum, Khela, who gave birth to male cub Tashi this time last year.
Auckland Zoo announced the cub's arrival on its… View more
There were two new arrivals born at Auckland Zoo this Christmas - a red panda cub and a zebra foal.
Born the week before Christmas on December 18, the panda cub is the second for mum, Khela, who gave birth to male cub Tashi this time last year.
Auckland Zoo announced the cub's arrival on its social media accounts.

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2186 days ago

Recipe: Summer Berry Ice cream

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Homemade ice cream needs to be eaten. It is best consumed within 24 hours as it will be more soft and creamy. If you freeze ice cream over time, it will often form large ice crystals on the surface or become rubbery. With some raw fruits such as peach, nectarine and kiwifruit, the colour will … View moreHomemade ice cream needs to be eaten. It is best consumed within 24 hours as it will be more soft and creamy. If you freeze ice cream over time, it will often form large ice crystals on the surface or become rubbery. With some raw fruits such as peach, nectarine and kiwifruit, the colour will change and ice cream will not look so attractive.
To serve, It’s best to take the ice cream out of the freezer.

Ingredients
110 g Caster sugar

3 Tbsp Water

3 Egg whites

250 ml Cream

300 g Berries, we have used blackberries and blueberries


Check out the full recipe on the link below.

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2186 days ago

Be in to win with The Editors Escape’ & NZ House & Garden House Tours!

NZ House & Garden Tours

If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste. Unlike any other travel package, this … View moreIf you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste. Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.

Be in to win with The Editors' Escape! Tell us your favourite New Zealand destination where you'd like to escape with us via this link and be in to win one of five double passes to a House Tour of your choice.

Competition closes on 15th January 2020.

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