Waitakere, Auckland

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2498 days ago

Everything you need to know about the latest fruit fly discovery

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Ōtara is in a fruit and vegetable lockdown after a facialis fruit fly was found.

It's the first time this particular fruit fly - which is native to Tonga - has been found in New Zealand, and it could be devastating to crops.

How has the fruit fly discovery affected you? … View more
Hey neighbours,

Ōtara is in a fruit and vegetable lockdown after a facialis fruit fly was found.

It's the first time this particular fruit fly - which is native to Tonga - has been found in New Zealand, and it could be devastating to crops.

How has the fruit fly discovery affected you? Are you worried about purchasing local fruit and veges from the area? Will you still go to the Ōtara markets this weekend?

To find out how to spot the facialis fruit fly, and what to do if you see one, click here.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2494 days ago

Girl clothes

Krystal from Huapai - Kumeu

Hi there has anyone got girl shoes sizes 5 to 6 toddler and clothes 2 to 3

Free

2494 days ago

*WIN* Free Double Passes to Backbone!

Auckland Arts Festival

Backbone is circus like you’ve never seen before. From revolutionary Australian company Gravity & Other Myths, Backbone is contemporary circus stripped back to its core: physical, playful, and sometimes even painful.

Backbone tests the limits of the human body, featuring jaw-dropping … View more
Backbone is circus like you’ve never seen before. From revolutionary Australian company Gravity & Other Myths, Backbone is contemporary circus stripped back to its core: physical, playful, and sometimes even painful.

Backbone tests the limits of the human body, featuring jaw-dropping physical feats, hair-raising acrobatics, and moments of hilarious absurdity.

An acrobatic marvel that has to be seen to be believed. Sweaty, sinuous, and seriously impressive.

Neighbourly has 10 double passes to giveaway to the premiere of Backbone, on Thursday, 14 March at 7.30pm. Simply like or thank this post to go into the draw to win!
Book tickets now

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2495 days ago

Pinterest (if anyone is interested)

Matt from Henderson

Hi everyone, just want to know if anyone has Pinterest or would like to have a free account. Basically it is a website where you can find pictures of your particular topic and subject and save them to your own Pinterest account. The other thing you can do also is make your own picture group so if… View moreHi everyone, just want to know if anyone has Pinterest or would like to have a free account. Basically it is a website where you can find pictures of your particular topic and subject and save them to your own Pinterest account. The other thing you can do also is make your own picture group so if you want to make your own pictures on Pinterest, you can do so making either finding a free online picture editor to do your own pictures or download some free picture editing software then post your own pictures on Pinterest. I have my own Pinteret account and yes there is a pinterest NZ website if anyone is interested. Here is the website below:

www.pinterest.nz...

Matt

2495 days ago

Upcycle Painting Workshop

Ger from Waitakere

Upcycle painting classes are fun, creative and allow you to re-use and make your home décor beautiful once more. Instructors will provide tips and tricks for making your tired old home décor pieces, look new and interesting again. Most of the techniques used will aim to be quick, easy and more … View moreUpcycle painting classes are fun, creative and allow you to re-use and make your home décor beautiful once more. Instructors will provide tips and tricks for making your tired old home décor pieces, look new and interesting again. Most of the techniques used will aim to be quick, easy and more affordable over buying new stuff. It will give you the confidence and accomplishment to create your own work in your own style. Come along, hear and share new ideas and get personal support in your upcycle journey.

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2497 days ago

Inviting HEALTHY PARTICIPANTS* for: Abdominal MRI & Metabolism testing

Gisselle from Henderson

$$$ We are giving away $40 petrol vouchers$$$

Are you aged 30 and above?
Fit and healthy?
No history or family history of pancreatitis or diabetes?

If so, WE NEED YOU to compare with our pancreatitis and diabetes patients.
*Particularly interested if you are from Maori/PI descent, but … View more
$$$ We are giving away $40 petrol vouchers$$$

Are you aged 30 and above?
Fit and healthy?
No history or family history of pancreatitis or diabetes?

If so, WE NEED YOU to compare with our pancreatitis and diabetes patients.
*Particularly interested if you are from Maori/PI descent, but all other ethnicities also welcome.

The entire visit will take no more than 3 hours and we can schedule it according to your availability.
All the above tests will be conducted at no charge to you.
We will reimburse you with a $40.00 petrol voucher for your time and participation.
***FREE parking available***

If you would like to participate or obtain more information, then don't delay and CONTACT ME TODAY!

Gisselle Alarcon Ramos
Nurse l Coordinator
COSMOS l Research Clinic
Department of Surgery
Auckland City Hospital l Level 3 l Support Building
CLINIC PH: 09 9231821 EMAIL: g.ramos@auckland.ac.nz

2496 days ago

Happy Friday!

UHY Haines Norton Henderson

Have a great weekend from all of us at UHY Haines Norton

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2496 days ago

We need your help

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’re looking for people willing to take part in research interviews for Neighbourly, Stuff and potentially other New Zealand brands. You can help improve major New Zealand websites and apps simply by having a chat over a coffee.

• We’ll meet you at a location that suits you.
• You will… View more
We’re looking for people willing to take part in research interviews for Neighbourly, Stuff and potentially other New Zealand brands. You can help improve major New Zealand websites and apps simply by having a chat over a coffee.

• We’ll meet you at a location that suits you.
• You will be paid for your time.
• Interviews are 30–60 minutes.

If you’re interested, please fill out this form.

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2498 days ago

Possible solution found for housing shortage

Fiona from Henderson

Simplicity at its absolute best.
This is absolutely PERFECT and only using the natural resources around.
A house and a swimming pool - wow!
This simple but effective solution could be the saviour to the Kiwi Build problems 😉
P.S. It's well worth taking a peek at the other videos, even if it… View more
Simplicity at its absolute best.
This is absolutely PERFECT and only using the natural resources around.
A house and a swimming pool - wow!
This simple but effective solution could be the saviour to the Kiwi Build problems 😉
P.S. It's well worth taking a peek at the other videos, even if it just gives you a couple of ideas for your own garden or section :)


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2496 days ago

Over 100 events to celebrate tamariki

The Team from Children's Day

Next Sunday 3 March is Children's Day! A time to celebrate the tamariki of New Zealand and put them first. There are lots of family-friendly events on all over Aotearoa to mark the day. Check out what's on in your neighbourhood at www.childrensday.org.nz...

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2498 days ago

Auckland Outdoor Naturist Club Open Days

Jeff from Henderson Valley

"Naturism is a way of life in harmony with nature characterised by the practice of communal nudity with the intention of encouraging self-respect, respect for others and for the environment.”

Come and look round your local club, enjoy the facilities and meet some of our members. We invite … View more
"Naturism is a way of life in harmony with nature characterised by the practice of communal nudity with the intention of encouraging self-respect, respect for others and for the environment.”

Come and look round your local club, enjoy the facilities and meet some of our members. We invite you to Auckland Outdoor Naturist Club at 59 Munroe Road, Ranui, on one or both of our Open Days from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th February. We have a beautiful site in Ranui with extensive lawns, bush walks, swimming pool including a Toddlers Pool, sauna, spas, children's playground and clubhouse. We welcome all visitors, especially families.
You can join in some informal games such as petanque, lawn bowls and Kubb or just sit on the lawn. We shall have some Life Drawing on the Sunday morning. We shall have a Sausage Sizzle in our BBQ area at lunchtime each day. Our bar will be open from 3pm serving hot chips and some other snacks as well as a selection of drinks.

Clothing is optional except in the pools, sauna and spas where nudity is compulsory. Come and visit to satisfy your curiosity or enquire about membership of our friendly club.

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2498 days ago

part time Dance tutor required

Denise from Henderson

DANCE TUTOR WANTED – PART-TIME
COOL CREW is a dance & social group for youth with special needs. Our weekly workshops are all
about enjoyment of music & dance and having FUN.
We are seeking a tutor/ leader for Friday workshops held in Te Atatu South.
Ideally you will be confident, … View more
DANCE TUTOR WANTED – PART-TIME
COOL CREW is a dance & social group for youth with special needs. Our weekly workshops are all
about enjoyment of music & dance and having FUN.
We are seeking a tutor/ leader for Friday workshops held in Te Atatu South.
Ideally you will be confident, enthusiastic and relate easily to young people with special needs.
Formal dance experience is not necessary, although you must be able to teach the group simple
dance routines.
For more information, phone Denise 0210338100 or email jcngawaka@hotmail.com

2498 days ago

Let’s Clear The Air – We Are Carbon Neutral

The Warehouse New Zealand

We believe in working together for the wellbeing of everyone. That is why, as part of the Warehouse Group, we are the first large retailer in New Zealand and the third globally, to be carbon neutral. Read here

2499 days ago

Waitākere Ranges residents urged to find out more about septic tank changes

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Waitākere Ranges residents with septic tanks are being urged to attend a special information session on the proposed phasing out of the septic tank pump-out service.

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2499 days ago

Fruit fly found in Ōtara

Communications Team from Auckland Council

The Ministry for Primary Industries has today (19 February) confirmed a second type of fruit fly, (Bactrocera facialis - the “facialis fruit fly”) has been found in a surveillance trap in the suburb of Ōtara.

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