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On 5 August our Village Manager, Bruce Cullington, hosted a celebration-lunch for all our residents over 90.
Our latest nonagenarian’s population has grown, and it was amazing to see how well they are all doing. Our lovely guests were spoilt with gifts from Acacia Cove and the Residents’ … View moreOn 5 August our Village Manager, Bruce Cullington, hosted a celebration-lunch for all our residents over 90.
Our latest nonagenarian’s population has grown, and it was amazing to see how well they are all doing. Our lovely guests were spoilt with gifts from Acacia Cove and the Residents’ Committee.
It was an afternoon filled with laughter, reminisces and a lovely two course meal.
As you probably know, the latest addition to our lovely Village, five brand new apartments, were completed last month.
However, here at Acacia Cove we like to keep thinks interesting, so we decided to build two new Villas.
Construction on these started recently, and if all goes well, it should be completed before the end of the year.
Hi anyone interested to do lawnmoving and some rubbish removal job and cleaning one house
A popular Asian eatery and a restaurant in a wealthy suburb are among the dirtiest in Auckland. …
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements that will affect the following motorways: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).
Closures … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements that will affect the following motorways: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).
Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.
Safe travels neighbours!
Rye bread with pumpkin and sunflower seeds using Biga, a natural sourdough starter from Denmark with Fish Tartare, pickled beetroot, sorrel, brown butter prepared by Chef Finn and our students for NZ Sommelier Awards Dinner 2019.
Read all about gardening in Auckland's conditions in my latest blog post, accessible here:
www.anitakundu.co.nz...
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View moreStuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.
There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.
i my name is Sa I specialise in Asphalt and concrete services I have 16 years experience but have been on my own for 2 years now me and my crew take our work seriously we are professional at what we do we do driveways to footpaths patios speed pumps kerbs and channels we do all coloured concrete … View morei my name is Sa I specialise in Asphalt and concrete services I have 16 years experience but have been on my own for 2 years now me and my crew take our work seriously we are professional at what we do we do driveways to footpaths patios speed pumps kerbs and channels we do all coloured concrete and expose aggregate and all stone we do digout and box and prep our own work if you need a job done or you want to improve the look of your house I can help. Fill free to give me a call or text on 0211639479
Or email me @
aucklandallstarscontractor@gmail.com
And let me know what you want done then we will make an appointment for a site visit.
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Hi neighbours,
Love a pie? Love a road trip? We've mapped the perfect pie roadie, so you can sample New Zealand's best award-winning pastry treats while making your way around our beautiful country (and there's even a pie or two in your neck of the woods).
Check them out here.
We want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and achieve success!
More than 1,000 young people have completed the Aspire programme, and thanks to the generosity of Warehouse Stationery customers, many more will get the chance to take part in the course in the future.
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View moreIf dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.
Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.
Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.
T's & C's apply*.
Hi my name is Sa I am looking for someone that can cut down trees and take a away for a reasonable price I have a couple of banana trees and 5 normal size trees that need to be trimmed down
Please give me a call on 0211639479
With the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.
But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz
On average, New Zealand … View moreWith the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.
But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz
On average, New Zealand households could save $207 a year by switching their power deal. Even if you’ve checked before visit WhatsMyNumber.org.nz to see what you could save.
The Neighbourly team recognises the value of the site for assessing community need and for this reason, we have a number of features perfect for election purposes.
Any campaigning should take place away from the general noticeboard. We've got a few options to help ensure your message is … View moreThe Neighbourly team recognises the value of the site for assessing community need and for this reason, we have a number of features perfect for election purposes.
Any campaigning should take place away from the general noticeboard. We've got a few options to help ensure your message is getting out to Neighbourly members. We'd suggest starting your own group on Neighbourly - this is a great way to connect with those who want to get updates about your candidacy.
We also have business profiles available for all candidates if you would like your messages to appear on the Neighbourly noticeboard. As well as this, we have special Neighbourly Advertising rates for election candidates. Get in touch with us to find out more.
Already an elected official? Neighbourly also offers all elected officials the option of creating an organisation profile to connect with those in their electorate - although these profiles should not be used for campaigning.
If you have any questions or need any assistance then let us know!
Final Weekend Open Homes **Auction 14 August.
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