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It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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Alberton Beyond the Ropes Tours
When: Wednesday 24th September, 10.30am & 1.30pm
Sunday 28th September, 10.30am & 1.30pm
Cost: $20pp (includes tea and scones)
As part of this special Auckland Heritage Festival event, visitors to Alberton (built 1863) will be able to get beyond … View moreAlberton Beyond the Ropes Tours
When: Wednesday 24th September, 10.30am & 1.30pm
Sunday 28th September, 10.30am & 1.30pm
Cost: $20pp (includes tea and scones)
As part of this special Auckland Heritage Festival event, visitors to Alberton (built 1863) will be able to get beyond the ropes and experience the beautiful collections up close.
These guided tours allow small groups (up to 10) a unique experience of this special heritage house, followed by tea and scones. Numbers are limited. $20pp. Please book tickets via Eventbrite.www.eventbrite.co.nz...
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Hi Neighbours! 👋
I’ve recently completed my Yoga Nidra Teacher Training, and as part of my preparation for the final exam in mid-October, I need to practice guiding sessions once a week with a small group.
If you’ve ever been curious about Yoga Nidra, this is a wonderful opportunity to … View moreHi Neighbours! 👋
I’ve recently completed my Yoga Nidra Teacher Training, and as part of my preparation for the final exam in mid-October, I need to practice guiding sessions once a week with a small group.
If you’ve ever been curious about Yoga Nidra, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience it for free!
Yoga Nidra is a deeply relaxing guided meditation that:
🌿 Helps with anxiety, stress, and insomnia
🌙 Releases tension from body and mind
💫 Supports positive changes in your life
Session Details:
📍 Starting next week
📍 Thursday evenings (7:00–7:30 PM) or Sunday afternoons (time to arrange together)
📍 The location will depend on group size:
✔ If small, we can meet at my home in One Tree Hill
✔ If larger, I will arrange the Scout Hall in Panmure
The session itself is 30 minutes, but please allow around one hour including setting up and time for any questions.
No experience is needed — just bring a mat, a couple of pillows, and a blanket.
If you’re interested, please message me and let me know which day you would prefer – Thursday evening or Sunday afternoon.
Your help would be greatly appreciated, and I’d love to share this beautiful practice with you! 🙏
My beautiful part Maine Coone cat is missing - he is ginger with a white chest and feet. Missing since Sunday the 24th in the Fernleigh Ave region - please contact Felicity on 021983829 if you may have seen him
Have you ever found yourself standing in a supermarket aisle wondering which size packet offers the better deal? Throw in some products on special, and it’s easy to feel baffled.
Once you know about unit prices though, you won’t need to do any tricky supermarket maths ever again. And it’s … View moreHave you ever found yourself standing in a supermarket aisle wondering which size packet offers the better deal? Throw in some products on special, and it’s easy to feel baffled.
Once you know about unit prices though, you won’t need to do any tricky supermarket maths ever again. And it’s easy to learn how to use unit pricing.
The unit price is the smaller money amount that usually sits at the bottom of the price tag. It shows you how much the product costs per unit of measure. The measure could be per kilogram or litre or per item for example. When you use the unit price, you can see how much you’re paying per egg, per nappy or per 100 sheets of toilet paper.
Here's what the unit price looks like:
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Supermarkets that have a floor space of more than 1,000m2 have had to display unit prices on the shelves since August 2024. From 31 August 2025, they will also have to display unit prices online.
But supermarkets aren’t the only ones that have to show unit prices. Unit pricing has to be shown at any store over 1,000m2 that sells food from the following 10 categories.
Bread
Dairy products
Eggs or egg products
Fruit
Vegetables
Meat
Fish
Rice
Sugar
Manufacturer-packaged food.
There’s a list of units of measure that the stores must use depending on the type of product. For example, meat must be priced per kilogram and drinks per litre.
Some products don’t have to display unit pricing. These include alcohol, tobacco and flowers.
How unit pricing is helping shoppers save
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Once you learn about unit pricing, it can be really useful when you do your grocery shopping. It can help you work out which products offer the best value. From a survey we conducted on unit pricing, 64% of respondents said unit pricing helped them save money. Nearly half said they feel more confident doing their shopping because of unit pricing.
Here’s a snapshot of how people said unit pricing is helping them:
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Unit pricing survey
Here’s what some survey respondents said about using unit pricing.
“I always use the unit price. Products on special are not necessarily the best value.”
“I use the unit price, for example, on tinned tomatoes, as the product is pretty much the same from one brand to another.”
The unit price dictates what I buy as I’m on a very strict budget.”
How to use unit pricing and save money
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We asked our survey respondents when they found unit pricing most helpful. Here are some of the most common scenarios people told us about.
1. When something is on special
Supermarkets have so many specials because they know it makes us more likely to add the ‘special’ item to our trolleys. Unit pricing helps you look past the promotion and find the real bargain.
2. When a product comes in different sizes
Imagine you’re trying to work out which pack of toilet paper to buy – the decision might be between a 4-pack, a 6-pack or an 8-pack. Unit pricing lets you see how much you’ll pay per 100 sheets. Of course, you might still want to take ply into account, but it’s easier to see which product gives you more bang for your buck.
3. When the packaging has changed
Shrinkflation is the word used to describe when a company downsizes its product without bringing the price down. It’s easy to keep going for the same product you’ve always bought without noticing there’s a difference in how much is inside the packaging. This is where unit pricing can help. By keeping an eye on unit pricing, we can see how the price of our favourites compares with the price of similar products.
4. When there are too many options
The supermarket can be a confusing place – think of the cheese section for example. There are blocks, slices and bags of grated cheese from various brands. Unit pricing cuts through the confusion to show you the most budget-friendly options.
5. When buying in bulk
When you’re buying in bulk, you might think it will be cheaper to get the biggest package size available. But this isn’t always the case – and a lot of people told us they discovered this when they started looking at unit prices. Bulk-buy bins, where you bag your own ingredients, can also sometimes be more expensive than buying a packet from the shelf.
Here are some other ways you could use unit pricing to help you save money.
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6. Comparing products within the supermarket
Unit pricing isn’t just for comparing the products you see in front of you on the shelf. Instead of buying a fresh vegetable, you could see how much you’d pay for the same amount frozen. Or instead of buying fresh fruit for baking, you could see if it’s cheaper buying fruit in a can.
7. Comparing the same product at different supermarkets
Unit pricing is also a good tool for comparing products between supermarkets because they don’t always stock the same size of a product. If you check out the unit prices on different supermarkets’ websites, you might decide it’s worth shopping around.
Extra tips for using unit pricing
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New World, Pak’nSave and Woolworths’ websites let you sort products by unit price. This makes it easy to choose the product with the best value.
You may get tripped up both instore and online when the measure used for the same product is different. For example, the unit price for dishwasher tablets is sometimes displayed as ‘per tablet’ or ‘per 100 tablets’.
Supermarkets are actually following the unit pricing rules here. Some products have a cut-off point of 40 items – if the packet contains more than 40 of an item, it should display the unit price per 100 rather than per actual item.
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Crown Law has confirmed. The legal advice was given between May and July this year in relation to the second phase of the Covid inquiry. The four former ministers have cooperated with the inquiry, but declined to appear at public hearings.
The reimbursement rules: It is usual process for the … View moreCrown Law has confirmed. The legal advice was given between May and July this year in relation to the second phase of the Covid inquiry. The four former ministers have cooperated with the inquiry, but declined to appear at public hearings.
The reimbursement rules: It is usual process for the Crown to pay the legal costs of ministers or former ministers in proceedings or inquiries that spin out of their current or previous duties. A spokesman for Ardern told the Herald that the budget, costs and terms of reference of the second phase of the inquiry were set by Cabinet and were a matter for the Government. "Dame Jacinda is using shared legal representation to lower any legal costs, and continues to work with the commission to achieve its terms of reference."
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Kindly donated to our Wairau SPCA Op Shop is this stunning Stamped Copper Egyptian Coffee Table (circa 1960s)!
📏 113 cm diameter and 48 cm high
✨ Condition is very good
💰 Just $750 (similar tables online can go for thousands!)
🚚 Pickup from 121 Wairau Road, Auckland, or delivery … View moreKindly donated to our Wairau SPCA Op Shop is this stunning Stamped Copper Egyptian Coffee Table (circa 1960s)!
📏 113 cm diameter and 48 cm high
✨ Condition is very good
💰 Just $750 (similar tables online can go for thousands!)
🚚 Pickup from 121 Wairau Road, Auckland, or delivery within Auckland for $60
A collectible piece that will make a statement in any home! All profits go directly to animals in need 🐾
🌏✨ SAKHI Whau Ethnic Family Market Day – You're Invited! ✨🌏
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Come celebrate culture, community, and connection at our Ethnic Family Market Day! 🎉
🗓 Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 … View more🌏✨ SAKHI Whau Ethnic Family Market Day – You're Invited! ✨🌏
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Come celebrate culture, community, and connection at our Ethnic Family Market Day! 🎉
🗓 Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Venue: New Lynn Community Centre, 45 Totara Avenue
Enjoy a vibrant day filled with:
🍛 Delicious food stalls
🛍 Unique ethnic market stalls
🎨 Beautiful henna art
🎈 Fun kids’ activities
👗 A dazzling fashion show
Proudly supported by Whau Ethnic Collective, New Lynn Community Hub and Whau Local Board. Let’s make this a day to remember! 💃🏽🕺🏽
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Constant neck & upper back pain from stress, poor posture and easily repeat Sprain
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After just 3 sessions of acupuncture + hands-on therapy, she felt much better.
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… View moreConstant neck & upper back pain from stress, poor posture and easily repeat Sprain
This client also had bloating and low energy.
After just 3 sessions of acupuncture + hands-on therapy, she felt much better.
We’re based in Epsom – message us if you’re feeling the same 💬
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MetService forecaster Michael Pauley told the Herald a region of unstable air would move on to New Zealand today.
“There are quite a few thunderstorm risks around, with some hail where some of them could be squally,” he said. “We’re expecting some strong wind gusts.”
Pauley said the … View moreMetService forecaster Michael Pauley told the Herald a region of unstable air would move on to New Zealand today.
“There are quite a few thunderstorm risks around, with some hail where some of them could be squally,” he said. “We’re expecting some strong wind gusts.”
Pauley said the unsettled weather would affect the western regions of New Zealand.
“Northland, Auckland, Coromandel, down through Waitomo, Waikato, Whanganui and the Tararua District,” he said.
MetService issued a strong wind watch for the Hawke’s Bay south of Napier, the Tararua District, and Wairarapa north of Martinborough from 6am until 8pm.
“We’re expecting heavy showers and also snow to lower on some of the South Island mountain roads.”
MetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Crown Range Rd and Milford Rd from early today until this afternoon.
Pauley said the strong westerly winds and possible thunderstorms in the North Island were forecast to ease by evening.
However, the winds and rain are forecast to return during the last weekend of winter.
Pauley said New Zealand tended to get stuck in spring’s westerly flow.
“We are expecting those showers to continue during the weekend. Because it is unstable, there is a risk it will be heavy,” he said.
“The way that the winds are blowing means the southerly flow will continue into the weekend. Western regions can continue to get a bit wet throughout Saturday and Sunday.”
MetService has also forecast heavy southwest swells, with heights between 5 and 6.5m to develop for the western coastlines of the country throughout Sunday.
Pauley said North Island temperatures would reach mid to high teens then fall to the low teens.
Auckland is forecast to hit a high of 17C and fall to a low of 11C, while Hamilton will be chillier with a high of 15C and a low of 7C.
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