Point Chevalier, Auckland

Donation of Unused diaries and stationery for the Tonga Schools

Durba from Avondale

Kia Ora,
Due to the tsunami, volcanic eruption and fall-out of ash that has destroyed 300 homes across the islands of the Kingdom of Tonga, Co-chair of the Aotearoa Tonga Relief Committee MP Jenny Salesa has made a personal appeal to Oneness-Heart-Tears and Smiles to collect stationery for the … View moreKia Ora,
Due to the tsunami, volcanic eruption and fall-out of ash that has destroyed 300 homes across the islands of the Kingdom of Tonga, Co-chair of the Aotearoa Tonga Relief Committee MP Jenny Salesa has made a personal appeal to Oneness-Heart-Tears and Smiles to collect stationery for the children of these households.

Jenny has outlined eight Government Primary Schools (GPS) severely affected by the volcanic eruption and tsunami: GPS Kolomotu'a, GPS 'Atata, GPS Kanokupolu, GPS Mango Island, GPS Kotu, GPS Fonoifua, GPS Tunga and GPS Nomuka.

Here is a list of other stationery items that would be most helpful:
• Notebooks / paper, drawing paper;
• Pens, pencils, colour pencil, pencil sharpener / and or crayons;
• Children’s books of any kind;

If your company have any unused diaries to donate, we would happy to come and collect it from you anytime before Monday 11 April. Shipment is leaving on the 13th April.

Please do not hesitate to contact Durba 0220 653 719 should you have any questions or need further information. You can also drop off at 20 Kelston St New Lynn.

Yours sincerely
Durba Lee
Coordinator
www.onenessheart.org...

Vintage glass lampshade

Jan from Westmere

cream with blue ring around top. slightly fluted. 100across by 130 high
Very pretty and perfect for child's bedroom or as a candle holder. Pick up Westmere

Price: $20

Breville Toasted Sandwich Maker 😋

Helen from Morningside

Bought new in 2020. Low usage. Make an offer. Pick up Morningside.

Negotiable

Washing Machine

Rhonda from Mount Albert

Samsung 5.5kg.Great machine but household size has increased so we need to farewell. Must go by 9 April to make space for renovations. PM me if you are interested in viewing or negotiating.

Negotiable

Asko Front loader Washing machine - W6884 Eco/1800 RP

Jan from Westmere

in working order - used 3 x per week since 2014
Has a little rust on front panel
Pick up - Kingsley St - Cox's Bay

Free

Auckland Harbour Bridge Lane Closure Northbound

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

Hi neighbours, a heads-up that we’re carrying out essential maintenance on the northbound clip-on lanes of the Auckland Harbour Bridge every Sunday to Thursday 9pm to 5am from 27 March to 14 April. We’ll have the following signposted detours in place.  

- Curran St northbound on-ramp … View moreHi neighbours, a heads-up that we’re carrying out essential maintenance on the northbound clip-on lanes of the Auckland Harbour Bridge every Sunday to Thursday 9pm to 5am from 27 March to 14 April. We’ll have the following signposted detours in place.  

- Curran St northbound on-ramp will be closed. Please use Fanshawe St on-ramp 
- Stafford Rd northbound off-ramp will be closed. Please use Onewa Rd off-ramp 

We’ll keep at least two lanes in both directions open. Thanks for your patience and understanding.  

The team at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Find out more

Meal planning with Stuff’s Dinner Sorted

Stuff

Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole … View morePutting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole family, sent to your inbox on Saturday mornings. As a bonus you'll also get our Weekend Baking collection, perfect for filling the baking tins, lunchboxes, or that 4pm gap.

Subscribe by 5pm on 4 April and go in the draw to win a 65" Sony TV. For details and T&Cs see here.

Sign up here (it's free!). Find out more

Sit back and stream the best shows of 2022!

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!

But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t … View moreHey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!

But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry! We’re here to break it down for you.

We’ve covered the best shows to watch on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime and Neon right now.

Plus, we’ve got the lowdown on which broadband providers are offering free subscriptions to these streaming services!!

We train in the dark!

Sarah Moore from Froot Camp

Clocks might be going back but we still train. In the dark. And in the rain and the wind and the hail. Winter sessions do test your mettle but they're also a heap of fun. Once you're wet you're wet, right?

We'd love you to come train with us. It's completely FREE. We … View moreClocks might be going back but we still train. In the dark. And in the rain and the wind and the hail. Winter sessions do test your mettle but they're also a heap of fun. Once you're wet you're wet, right?

We'd love you to come train with us. It's completely FREE. We train Tuesday and Thursday 6pm-7pm (possibly soon to be 5.45pm over winter months) and Saturday 9am.

Summer bodies are made in winter!

What your habits say about you.

Beds4U - Avondale

According to a recent study, people who make their beds are more adventurous, confident, gregarious, and high-maintenance.
Here are three reasons why and how making your bed can contribute towards a character.

1. A sense of achievement
It may appear to be a minor effort, but making your bed … View moreAccording to a recent study, people who make their beds are more adventurous, confident, gregarious, and high-maintenance.
Here are three reasons why and how making your bed can contribute towards a character.

1. A sense of achievement
It may appear to be a minor effort, but making your bed first thing in the morning provides you a sense of success. It only takes a few minutes of your time each morning to set a great tone for the rest of the day.

2. Creating Good Habits
When making your bed becomes a habit, you may notice that other positive habits will automatically follow. You now keep your clothing off the floor, and dusting has become a necessary habit that you like. Once you realize how quickly you can do these duties, you may begin to incorporate these habits into other areas of the house, such as the kitchen and living room. Before you realize it, your entire home will seem like a delightful, relaxing getaway.

3. Reduced levels of stress
A decluttered bed contributes to a decluttered environment. A clutter-free environment leads to a clutter-free mentality. A clutter-free mind leads to a clutter-free existence. You get the idea...

So can becoming a bed-maker actually change your life?
Let us know your thoughts in the comment section.

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World of Cultures – FINAL DAYS

The Team from Auckland Council

Our region's vibrant cultures are celebrated this month with World of Cultures (18 March - 3 April).
This festival offers free activities online and in-person across Tāmaki Makaurau.

With easy long-distance international travel still a way off, you can still immerse yourself in Pacific … View moreOur region's vibrant cultures are celebrated this month with World of Cultures (18 March - 3 April).
This festival offers free activities online and in-person across Tāmaki Makaurau.

With easy long-distance international travel still a way off, you can still immerse yourself in Pacific weaving, admire hand-drawn Indonesian batik fabrics, join a Bollywood dance class and watch live cultural performances.

Although this year's festival is smaller due to COVID-19 restrictions, World of Cultures is a great opportunity to learn, dance, eat and explore everything that makes Auckland a unique and incredible place to live.

Visit the World of Cultures website for more activity details including COVID-19 restrictions for in-person events by clicking on -Read More'.

Vegetable Ravioli and stuffed Tomato

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Inspired by root vegetables, our Diploma chef students have prepared vegetable Ravioli made not with pasta but from Beetroot and Swede (Rutabaga). The vegetable ravioli is stuffed with a puree of mushrooms.

For the second dish, tomatoes with stuffed with tomato compote, basil mayo, and … View moreInspired by root vegetables, our Diploma chef students have prepared vegetable Ravioli made not with pasta but from Beetroot and Swede (Rutabaga). The vegetable ravioli is stuffed with a puree of mushrooms.

For the second dish, tomatoes with stuffed with tomato compote, basil mayo, and Parmigiano wafers.

Auckland mum sets up social group so younger queer children can 'be themselves'

Mildred Armah Reporter from Central Leader

Jessica Singh's ​son was 9 when he came out as gay. It was then Singh realised, there was a lack of support available for queer children.

“My son came out as gay quite young and there was nothing available for him to connect with other peers. He didn't have anyone in his primary … View moreJessica Singh's ​son was 9 when he came out as gay. It was then Singh realised, there was a lack of support available for queer children.

“My son came out as gay quite young and there was nothing available for him to connect with other peers. He didn't have anyone in his primary school that was openly gay or queer.”

She is now the programme facilitator of a new social group named Rainbow Rangatahi, which aims to support queer children aged 14 and under, based in Auckland's Gribblehirst community hub.

Expert Maths Tuition- Shaping Brilliant Minds

Sonia from

"I am very happy that I got Excellence in my Multivariate data Internal with the help of EMT"

Wardrobe and drawer set conversion

Georgina from Morningside

A friend converted this piece of furniture into an extremely handy set of drawers with clothes rack and hooks. In a previous life it was a kitchen hutch/buffet but has been converted into this 2 in 1 dresser.

Solid piece of quality furniture, perfect solution for bedrooms with no wardrobe or … View moreA friend converted this piece of furniture into an extremely handy set of drawers with clothes rack and hooks. In a previous life it was a kitchen hutch/buffet but has been converted into this 2 in 1 dresser.

Solid piece of quality furniture, perfect solution for bedrooms with no wardrobe or even for outdoor clothing storage in a garage.

Dimentions:
Total height - 1730
Total width - 1320
Total depth - 600
Base height - 770
Top section height - 960

Will require a trailer or van for pick up.

Price: $20