Western Springs, Auckland

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1465 days ago

Dishwasher Machine Liquid Mix - try this home recipe

Vick Sharma from Service King

This home recipe can be used to clean your dishes, as well as your dishwasher. Give it a try and tell us how it goes. And while we've got you, head over to our Community Offerings page at the link, for your two FREE dishwasher magnets, perfect for that visual reminder when your clean … View moreThis home recipe can be used to clean your dishes, as well as your dishwasher. Give it a try and tell us how it goes. And while we've got you, head over to our Community Offerings page at the link, for your two FREE dishwasher magnets, perfect for that visual reminder when your clean dishwasher needs emptying!

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1465 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable (It means better choices)

The Warehouse

Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and … View more
Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
Find out more

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1466 days ago

Ultra size Xmas Tree 2.6m at 19 Clifton Rd, Herne Bay

Cara from Herne Bay

Just in a beautiful Ultra size Christmas Tree. This will look stunning in your home. Contact me to buy on 0212111246

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1466 days ago

Fresh cut Xmas Trees at 19 Clifton Rd, Herne Bay

Cara from Herne Bay

We have all sizes, Ultra, large, medium & small tress. Come & see us today. Photos are some of todays trees

1466 days ago

Two large pieces of cloth, working heater, pair of Puma sneakers, and (a partridge in a pear tree) sunshade

Joel from Grey Lynn

Our new mattress and topper came wrapped in these really large pieces of opaque cloth. Can't think of a use for them......perhaps a drop cloth for a painting project, curtains for a sleepout?
Also working heater (checked by electrician)
Pair of men's size 42 Puma sneakers (fair … View more
Our new mattress and topper came wrapped in these really large pieces of opaque cloth. Can't think of a use for them......perhaps a drop cloth for a painting project, curtains for a sleepout?
Also working heater (checked by electrician)
Pair of men's size 42 Puma sneakers (fair condition)
Big sunshade (158 cm x 110 cm), almost new, but 1 pole is split and the top is torn at the base...maybe you know how to repair nylon or can repurpose poles?

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1466 days ago

Free BBQ

Peter from Sandringham

Pre loved BBQ at end of my drive, free to the first person to pick it up.

Free

1466 days ago

Christmas isn’t cancelled

Christmas Box

For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View more
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
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1467 days ago

Explore the mighty Waikato this summer

Hamilton Waikato Tourism

Soak up the sun this summer in the mighty Waikato. With so much to see and do, from Middle-earth movie magic and tonnes of family friendly fun to underground wonders, the bohemian coastal town of Raglan, gourmet delights and much more….

Check out the top 10 activities on offer in the Waikato … View more
Soak up the sun this summer in the mighty Waikato. With so much to see and do, from Middle-earth movie magic and tonnes of family friendly fun to underground wonders, the bohemian coastal town of Raglan, gourmet delights and much more….

Check out the top 10 activities on offer in the Waikato and start planning your summer adventure.
Find out more

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1467 days ago

Free BBQ

Peter from Sandringham

I have a pre loved BBQ that is looking for a home. I want to give it away.

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1468 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

The latest issue of our Seniors Newsletter is here. In this issue we discuss ways to stay hydrated over summer, catch up with a 73 year old fish scientist, discuss health insurance, plus much more!

Read it here now: bit.ly...

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1468 days ago

New NZQA Micro-Credentials

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

We shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this … View moreWe shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this story.

With NZQA approval for 13 micro-credentials, the New Zealand School Food and Wine hopes to inspire and attract new people to jobs in hospitality, wine and tourism and also enhance wider community understanding of our food and beverage story.

We export food and wine to the world, yet pride in this achievement is often lacking by our own communities.

There is a crisis right now because job-seekers, including school leavers, are being pushed into other industries especially the building trades. There is a perfect storm of government incentives paid to employers, along with negative counsel from career advisors and families warning young people off seeking careers in hospitality and tourism. This is resulting in a critical lack of workers.

In developing this suite of short, part-time micro-credentials that range from classic cooking to food and beverage history to food costing and digital marketing, we are seeking to inspire people to dip their toes into our sector, even if they are currently working or studying elsewhere.

In addition, these micro-credentials enable people already employed to develop new skills and craft new talents but to also signal that this career pathways is valid, diverse and on-going. Just look at our food heros, like Peter Gordon and Annabel Langbein, now in their 60s, with a tremendous backstory.
From the various lockdowns, we know that people find joy in cooking and that people are curious to develop new talents in the kitchen; that wine and cocktails are cool and fun; that an important part of any tourism destination is the food and beverage offering whether as a winery cellar door experience or paddock to plate cuisine.

Online Options
Online study options are embedded in many of the short programmes, enabling people from around the country to study about New Zealand wine or learn how to write an electronic newsletter or find out more about our food history.
The micro-credentials are equally suitable for the consumer; the food and wine lover who just wants to learn more. In building broader community understanding and respect for the food and beverage culture of Aotearoa-New Zealand, inevitably we will see more people attracted to work in our sector. That is the shared goal of these new programmes.

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1469 days ago

Justice of the Peace

Carla from Point Chevalier

My daughter needs some documents verified for her student loan, does anyone know. JP or equivalent who would able to help please.

1468 days ago

Have Your Say: Draft Regional Parks Management Plan

The Team from Auckland Council

We would like your feedback to help finalise the draft plan in 2022, providing the best guidance possible for our precious regional parks for the next decade.

📅 Consultation open from 10 December 2021 to 4 March 2022.

ℹ️ Have Your Say by clicking on 'Read More'.

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1468 days ago

Is your property climate resilient?

Climate Insights

Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.

To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family … View more
Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.

To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family enjoy your property.

The Climate Insights property report is a great place to start when buying, renting or investing in a house.
Download your Property Climate Risk Report

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1469 days ago

Busting the Common myths on creating a will

Public Trust

Stewart Harvey, Principal Trustee at Public Trust Waikato, says "seizing the moment" is essential so things aren't left to chance - and it's easier than you think. Stewart had a chat with Stuff.co.nz recently, check out the article in the link below.

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