Whenuapai & Herald Island, Auckland

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2378 days ago

Autumn art made easy

Resene ColorShop Westgate

With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and … View more
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2379 days ago

Foggy Thursday morning in Auckland

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

More than 60 domestic flights were affected by fog over Auckland on Thursday morning. Met Service meteorologist Andy Best said the fog should clear up around midday.
Thank you to Lalit Rane for sharing this photo he took from Mount Eden of the Sky Tower peeping from a blanket of fog.
Do you like … View more
More than 60 domestic flights were affected by fog over Auckland on Thursday morning. Met Service meteorologist Andy Best said the fog should clear up around midday.
Thank you to Lalit Rane for sharing this photo he took from Mount Eden of the Sky Tower peeping from a blanket of fog.
Do you like fog, or find it a nuisance? Let us know in the comments.
[Please type NFP if your comment is not for print.]

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2378 days ago

This month's special!

The Team from The Gateau House Albany

Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
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Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public holiday | 11am - 7pm

Call us: (09) 274 7744
Visit us at Unit E, 7 Triton Drive, Rosedale
Grab a treat

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2379 days ago

Dementia for Famillies Support Group

Christine Campus Manager from Kalandra Education Group

Our Dementia for Families events are gaining momentum. The need for informative content and a platform where Carers can interact person-to-person appears evident. At the conclusion of these events participants will be asked how often they wish to meet. A support group will be established with … View moreOur Dementia for Families events are gaining momentum. The need for informative content and a platform where Carers can interact person-to-person appears evident. At the conclusion of these events participants will be asked how often they wish to meet. A support group will be established with Kalandra as the neucleus. Ongoing support meetings will continue and ideas and circumstances shared. Our knowledgeable staff will be on hand to answer any concerns or questions.
There's still time to register for our final two Dementia for Families events.
Either: Sunday 23, June from 2pm-3.30pm or
Wednesday, 26 June from 6.30pm -8.00pm.
Hope to see you there !

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2379 days ago

Mate Ma’a Tonga fan day: Monday 17 June, 3.30pm, Mt Smart Stadium

Helen Shaw from

The Mate Ma’a Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior … View more
The Mate Ma’a Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior performances and signing and selfie stations.

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2379 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View more
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

To read more, click here

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
  • 27.7% Yes
    27.7% Complete
  • 72.3% No
    72.3% Complete
2119 votes
2379 days ago

OPEN DAY Saturday 15th June

NZ College of Chinese Medicine

NZ College of Chinese Medicine secures your future in a rewarding and respected profession!

If you are interested in acupuncture, Chinese medicine or perhaps wellness and relaxation massage this is your opportunity to find out more about the courses available at the NZ College of Chinese … View more
NZ College of Chinese Medicine secures your future in a rewarding and respected profession!

If you are interested in acupuncture, Chinese medicine or perhaps wellness and relaxation massage this is your opportunity to find out more about the courses available at the NZ College of Chinese Medicine.

Come to our Auckland Campus OPEN DAY on Saturday, 15th of June – enjoy a campus tour, obtain course information and if you wish, have free acupuncture services in our clinic.

(Phone the clinic on 09 969 4328 to make a reservation for treatment between 10 am and 2 pm - bookings are essential.)

The College is offering significant early payment refunds on Tuition Fees for all courses starting 22 July.

Contact 09 580 2376 for course information
Learn more

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2379 days ago

Fix your veins with our laser!

The Vein Centre

With the newest vein laser supplied with a radial fibre, the treatment of varicose veins has never been so effective.

The Vein Centre is a varicose and spider vein clinic in North Shore, Auckland dedicated to safe, non-surgical treatments for varicose and spider veins. Our staff is highly … View more
With the newest vein laser supplied with a radial fibre, the treatment of varicose veins has never been so effective.

The Vein Centre is a varicose and spider vein clinic in North Shore, Auckland dedicated to safe, non-surgical treatments for varicose and spider veins. Our staff is highly trained and experienced in various minimally invasive treatment options like endovenous laser ablation, Venaseal (glue), sclerotherapy, VeinGogh and NdYAG laser.

Don’t let your varicose veins grow!
Find out more on our website www.theveincentre.co.nz
Find out more

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2380 days ago

Cello Lessons!

Lionel Reekie from Music Education Centre Henderson

Music Education Centre's wonderful cello teacher, Ali Al Azzawi has returned from his overseas travels and is now accepting new students! Ali was travelling as part of a cello octet, touring a number of middle-eastern countries spreading the joys of music far and wide! Ali has had an action … View moreMusic Education Centre's wonderful cello teacher, Ali Al Azzawi has returned from his overseas travels and is now accepting new students! Ali was travelling as part of a cello octet, touring a number of middle-eastern countries spreading the joys of music far and wide! Ali has had an action packed career thus far, but one of his personal highlights was in 1997, where he attended a masterclass with Yo Yoma, the world's premier cellist.

ps. here's a picture for proof!

pps. Want lessons from Ali? he is available Friday evenings. Follow the link to sign up today!

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2380 days ago

Tellus vacuum Cleaner Cord????

Sharon from Te Atatu Peninsula

This is a real "Long shot request!!!" Does anyone have an old Tellus Vaccum cleaner "buried in the garage - looks a bit like R2-D2 of Star wars - need the electrical cord - motor goes well but plug seems to have "died." private message me if you have one PLEASE- Thanks

Free

2380 days ago

Poll: Is it time to raise New Zealand's superannuation age?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.

"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."

New … View more
Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.

"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."

New Zealand has one of the simplest pension schemes in the world - all you have to do is be old enough and have lived in the country long enough and you can get it.

But that also makes it expensive - about $14.5 billion this year. Jobseeker benefits, by comparison, cost just $1.7b and sole parent support $1.08b.

To read the story click here

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Is it time to raise New Zealand's superannuation age?
  • 22.2% Yes
    22.2% Complete
  • 71.1% No
    71.1% Complete
  • 6.6% I don't mind either way
    6.6% Complete
2257 votes
2380 days ago

FREE trial swimming lessons

Hilton Brown Swimming

Summer swimming starts in winter.

Hilton Brown Swimming offer a FREE trial swimming lesson to all new customers. Come along and give it a go so that you and your family can make the most out of our kiwi summer.

All of our pools are heated to a nice and balmy 32 degrees and even better – we… View more
Summer swimming starts in winter.

Hilton Brown Swimming offer a FREE trial swimming lesson to all new customers. Come along and give it a go so that you and your family can make the most out of our kiwi summer.

All of our pools are heated to a nice and balmy 32 degrees and even better – we are inside, so no rain drops on you!

We are a NZ owned family business who are absolutely passionate about ensuring all kiwis are competent and confident swimmers.

Get in touch today!
Find out more

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