Westmere, Auckland

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

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1855 days ago

Feeling and behaving more assertively by Power Posing

Silene from Mt Albert - Strong (HIIT & fighting skills) & Zumba

After class 😎we took a group picture! Working on our power pose as a team.

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1855 days ago

Free garden river stones

Siobhan from Point Chevalier

Hey there, we have a front garden full of river stones free to anyone who wants to pick them up. Had them there for years but remodelling the garden. All yours if you can pick them up from Pt Chevalier, the sooner the better! send a message if you’re keen. Thanks

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1855 days ago

mahjong

Lavinia from Grey Lynn

I want to buy a mahjong set in original condition, in a case or box and with stands. Phone 0223147413

1857 days ago

Remember the old Farmers Santa?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

This is the first Christmas the giant Santa Claus will not be greeting Auckland children making a trip into town.

The beckoning and winking old gent has been a familiar face in the central city since 1960 when he first graced the side of the Farmers department store on Hobson St.

The cost of … View more
This is the first Christmas the giant Santa Claus will not be greeting Auckland children making a trip into town.

The beckoning and winking old gent has been a familiar face in the central city since 1960 when he first graced the side of the Farmers department store on Hobson St.

The cost of storing Santa during the year and the upkeep of the ageing structure led to last year being his last appearance.

Many Aucklanders have fond memories of seeing the popular Father Christmas.

What are some of your recollections?

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1856 days ago

Free Composting Workshops

The Team from Auckland Council

Traditional Bins | Bokashi | Worm Farms
New to composting? Learn how simple it is to start composting at home, and access a $40 discount on a system that suits your needs. Through composting, you can reduce organic waste sent to landfill and provide food for your soil!

Compost Collective … View more
Traditional Bins | Bokashi | Worm Farms
New to composting? Learn how simple it is to start composting at home, and access a $40 discount on a system that suits your needs. Through composting, you can reduce organic waste sent to landfill and provide food for your soil!

Compost Collective workshops are held Auckland-wide. To find and book one near you visit compostcollective.org.nz/workshops There's lots to dig about composting.
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1856 days ago

Kids should be heard

White Ribbon

Kids ask us for attention because they are learning how to navigate the world and build relationships - they need to be able to speak and be listened to so they can learn and grow. Challenge the #outdated rules - it’s time to shake off the old and reveal the new. Find out more

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1856 days ago

1-2 Bedroom flat wanted to rent

Jenny from Point Chevalier

I am a mature female, work fulltime and have a very cute elderly foster cat called Alice. We're looking for a new place to live. Anybody out there have a granny flat or a unit they would like to rent out? Living in Pt Chev right now and it would be great to stay in this area, or move a little … View moreI am a mature female, work fulltime and have a very cute elderly foster cat called Alice. We're looking for a new place to live. Anybody out there have a granny flat or a unit they would like to rent out? Living in Pt Chev right now and it would be great to stay in this area, or move a little closer to town. We're quiet living and tidy. Thanks :)

1857 days ago

New nyala calves arrive at Auckland Zoo

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Meet Auckland Zoo's newest arrivals- two nyala calves.

Staff have christened the female Jama but the male is yet to be named.

Both calves are thriving and will slowly start venturing out with their family.

The nyala is a spiral horned, mid-sized antelope native to southern Africa.

Which … View more
Meet Auckland Zoo's newest arrivals- two nyala calves.

Staff have christened the female Jama but the male is yet to be named.

Both calves are thriving and will slowly start venturing out with their family.

The nyala is a spiral horned, mid-sized antelope native to southern Africa.

Which names do you like for the male calf?

1857 days ago

Calling all LEGO® fans

The Team from Auckland Museum

Don’t miss the chance to explore a world where everything is simply... awesome!

Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is the latest exhibition from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught, exclusively at Auckland Museum from Thu 3 Dec 2020 until Sun … View more
Don’t miss the chance to explore a world where everything is simply... awesome!

Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is the latest exhibition from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught, exclusively at Auckland Museum from Thu 3 Dec 2020 until Sun 28 Feb 2021.

The 37 models showcase some of the biggest, fastest and tallest things you can construct out of LEGO® bricks. You’ll see a 7.5m NASA rocket, a life-sized Harley Davidson, a 2.5m orca and much, much more. Tickets are on sale now. Free entry for Museum Members.
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1866 days ago

What is the most frequently used word for 2020?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's official.

The word of the year named by Collins Dictionary is lockdown.

Included in this year's top 10 is the word Megxit, which means the withdrawal of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from royal duties.

Here are the top 20 words of 2020:

Coronavirus, furlough, key worker, … View more
It's official.

The word of the year named by Collins Dictionary is lockdown.

Included in this year's top 10 is the word Megxit, which means the withdrawal of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from royal duties.

Here are the top 20 words of 2020:

Coronavirus, furlough, key worker, lockdown, Megxit, mukbang ( a video in which the host eats a huge amount of food to entertain viewers), self-isolate, social distancing, TikToker (someone who appears regularly in videos on TikTok).

What do you think of the most frequently used words?

Do they come as any surprise to you?

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1858 days ago

Make your space at Nido!

Nido

You’ll find everything you need for your home at Nido, from furniture to homewares and more. New stock arrives weekly and our Christmas range has just landed! Our design team and stylists have created gifting guides and decorations to inspire you for the season. We’re open 7 days a week, from … View moreYou’ll find everything you need for your home at Nido, from furniture to homewares and more. New stock arrives weekly and our Christmas range has just landed! Our design team and stylists have created gifting guides and decorations to inspire you for the season. We’re open 7 days a week, from 9am-6pm, open until 9pm on Thursday.

There’s plenty of parking and our in-store café- we look forward to seeing you soon!
Visit us online

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1858 days ago

Beautiful old cat to loving home

Virginia from Herne Bay

My parents are moving and are unable to take their cat with them. Nancy is a grey Burmese approximately 12 years old named Nancy. She is an inside cat, extremely affectionate and loves to snuggle on your lap. She’s uses a litter box. She is afraid of dogs and would like to be the only cat in the … View moreMy parents are moving and are unable to take their cat with them. Nancy is a grey Burmese approximately 12 years old named Nancy. She is an inside cat, extremely affectionate and loves to snuggle on your lap. She’s uses a litter box. She is afraid of dogs and would like to be the only cat in the house.

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1858 days ago

We all know a Local Hero within our community...

Louise from Mount Albert

Just wanting to share this comp, as there are so many local heroes in our community!

As the year comes to a close, Trafalgar want to shine a light on those who have made a positive impact in our community and reward the most inspiring stories with a holiday worth $9,000 thanks to Trafalgar and … View more
Just wanting to share this comp, as there are so many local heroes in our community!

As the year comes to a close, Trafalgar want to shine a light on those who have made a positive impact in our community and reward the most inspiring stories with a holiday worth $9,000 thanks to Trafalgar and Singapore Airlines! If you know someone who deserves to be recognised, nominate them here www.trafalgar.com...

1858 days ago

Level 5 Bistro Menu Cook

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Level 5 Diploma students planned, developed and designed a menu of contemporary bistro dishes that could be served in an Auckland restaurant. In this assessment, they prepared served two entrees and two mains and one dessert to two of their guests.
We had some exciting dishes like Korean … View more
Our Level 5 Diploma students planned, developed and designed a menu of contemporary bistro dishes that could be served in an Auckland restaurant. In this assessment, they prepared served two entrees and two mains and one dessert to two of their guests.
We had some exciting dishes like Korean fried chicken, Pumpkin soup, Smoky Pork ribs and more...

1858 days ago

Summer Giveaway

Evon from Saint Marys Bay

Last couple of days for this great Try Local summer giveaway. Winner can choose where you want to stay. www.facebook.com...

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