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Have you got the Christmas tree up yet? We had the pleasure of visiting Granny's Christmas Grotto in Marton when it opened for the festive season.
Jenny Greener has amassed decorations and figurines for more than 30 years, and is displaying it for one last Christmas … View moreHi neighbours,
Have you got the Christmas tree up yet? We had the pleasure of visiting Granny's Christmas Grotto in Marton when it opened for the festive season.
Jenny Greener has amassed decorations and figurines for more than 30 years, and is displaying it for one last Christmas before it is broken up and auctioned off.
It's safe to say Jenny knows her way around a Christmas tree. There aren't many rules that inform her yuletide decor, she enjoys trees and lights of many colours - though isn't a fan of autumn colours in displays or blue tinsel.
What about you? Are there any dos or don'ts or entrenched preferences underlining your festive traditions?
At Triton Hearing, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of better hearing to all New Zealanders. So this year, we’d like to give you the Gift of Better Hearing, to help you reconnect with the world and the people you love.
Simply get in touch to enjoy your gift of a complimentary upgrade … View moreAt Triton Hearing, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of better hearing to all New Zealanders. So this year, we’d like to give you the Gift of Better Hearing, to help you reconnect with the world and the people you love.
Simply get in touch to enjoy your gift of a complimentary upgrade valued at $2,000, to enjoy even better hearing* when you purchase a new pair of hearing devices from Triton Hearing.
Crocs are a controversial shoe choice across New Zealand with some schools banning them. It's fair to say you either love them or hate them, so which is it? Share if you're a croc-wearer, and vote how you're feeling about their iconic look.
Type 'Not For Print' if you … View moreCrocs are a controversial shoe choice across New Zealand with some schools banning them. It's fair to say you either love them or hate them, so which is it? Share if you're a croc-wearer, and vote how you're feeling about their iconic look.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Santa has sent his elves out on a secondment to create The Nice List. We've heard some reports that these inquisitive elves are also wreaking havoc.
In homes across the country, children have woken to find elves hiding in the Christmas tree or snacking in the cookie jar. Share what your … View moreSanta has sent his elves out on a secondment to create The Nice List. We've heard some reports that these inquisitive elves are also wreaking havoc.
In homes across the country, children have woken to find elves hiding in the Christmas tree or snacking in the cookie jar. Share what your cheeky elf has been up to this Christmas...
Twin floral duvets with lace trim they have not been used but just been on beds in a spare room so are in great condition. Very feminine and pretty. Pink and blue and green on a cream background. $40 the pair and really good quality.
This Christmas, while many are enjoying some time away, we're looking for special people who are staying home and can open their homes to a foster animal or two. Spread some holiday cheer and get some cuddles in return!
Before the end of December, SPCA is expecting to take over 3000 … View moreThis Christmas, while many are enjoying some time away, we're looking for special people who are staying home and can open their homes to a foster animal or two. Spread some holiday cheer and get some cuddles in return!
Before the end of December, SPCA is expecting to take over 3000 vulnerable cats and kittens into care. Many of these will need time in a foster home to heal, learn and grow.
Please, if you are staying home during the holidays sign up to become a foster parent. Your support is invaluable!
We cover all expenses and provide training. All you need to give is your love and time. Make a Difference this Season!
Open your heart and home to a kitten. If you're not quite ready yet, please get in touch. Every bit helps spread warmth and love this holiday season. Sign up today!
Just because a Property Manager/owners of a rental can increase the rent once a year doesn't mean they have to. Contrary to their belief that WINZ will cover the increase, this is a false belief. If a pensioner/renter lives in Otaki they only get $80 a week maximum on the Accommodation … View moreJust because a Property Manager/owners of a rental can increase the rent once a year doesn't mean they have to. Contrary to their belief that WINZ will cover the increase, this is a false belief. If a pensioner/renter lives in Otaki they only get $80 a week maximum on the Accommodation Support. If need be WINZ may add a top-up on the Temporary Assistance Support. BUT .. they do not cover all the rent. In Waikanae the renter/pensioner gets $100 on Accommodation and a small top-up on Temporary Assistance if they qualify. It is NOT a given. For most pensioners all of their Super goes on the rent and when this happens that is when they can get the Accommodation Supplement and maybe the Temporary Supplement. Which by the way is not Temporary unless by some miracle the rent is reduced. I will not hold my breath waiting to hear social housing or more affordable properties are available. Kainga Ora has bought a few parcels of land but building will not happen for at least three years on some sections and why they are holding off on other parcels of other land just frustrates me.
Porirua’s Pacific and Māori strategies will be officially launched on Friday 15 December.
The Porirua City Māori Strategy Maungaroa 2050 will be launched with a morning tea at 8am held at Pātaka Art + Museum, while that evening, at Te Akapuanga Cook Islands Hall in Cannons Creek, there will… View morePorirua’s Pacific and Māori strategies will be officially launched on Friday 15 December.
The Porirua City Māori Strategy Maungaroa 2050 will be launched with a morning tea at 8am held at Pātaka Art + Museum, while that evening, at Te Akapuanga Cook Islands Hall in Cannons Creek, there will be a night market to celebrate Ola Kamataga – Beginning of Life 2024-27.
The city’s Pacific strategy will be welcomed with food, entertainment, crafts and people in an evening that will undoubtedly have a festive feel.
Ola Kamataga – Beginning of Life 2024-27 and Maungaroa 2050 are milestone moments to strengthen the partnerships between Council and Porirua’s Māori and Pacific communities – who make up about 45 per cent of the city’s population.
It can be a stressful time preparing meals and braving the shops at Christmastime. If you're fairly 'seasoned' at Christmas, perhaps you've got some tips or tricks that make the silly season easier...
Share your festive ideas with the Neighbourly community! Anything from how … View moreIt can be a stressful time preparing meals and braving the shops at Christmastime. If you're fairly 'seasoned' at Christmas, perhaps you've got some tips or tricks that make the silly season easier...
Share your festive ideas with the Neighbourly community! Anything from how to best re-heat potatoes, inexpensive gift ideas, your household's traditions or any crafty ideas for tree decorations. We'd love to hear them all - they may make a neighbour's Christmas a littler brighter.🎄
In MidCentral, free bowel screening is now available for Māori and Pacific people aged 50-74 and from 60 years old for everyone else.
Around your birthday, you will receive an invitation, followed by a bowel screening test kit.
The bowel screening test is quick and simple to do by yourself… View moreIn MidCentral, free bowel screening is now available for Māori and Pacific people aged 50-74 and from 60 years old for everyone else.
Around your birthday, you will receive an invitation, followed by a bowel screening test kit.
The bowel screening test is quick and simple to do by yourself at home. Make sure you do the test as soon as possible and send it back.
For further information, see the Time to Screen website, call 0800 924 432, or talk to your doctor.
Our store will be closed from midday Friday 22 December, and reopen on Wednesday 3rd January 2024.
Experience the magic of the season with fun and affordable events!
Our city centre Christmas countdown has begun; Enjoy live performances every Saturday in Queen Street, admire festive lights and colour in our laneways and squares, wander through street markets and enjoy our city dressed up… View moreExperience the magic of the season with fun and affordable events!
Our city centre Christmas countdown has begun; Enjoy live performances every Saturday in Queen Street, admire festive lights and colour in our laneways and squares, wander through street markets and enjoy our city dressed up in its festive finest.
For information on free travel on buses, trains and ferries, with your AT HOP SuperGold Card concession visit the AT website
Approximately 70 bags available - untreated Sawdust/Wood shavings with traces of horse poo - Perfect for your garden or compost heap.
$2 a bag or take the lot for $80......Text/call 021 02272995.
Kia ora neighbours! Noticed unsightly tagging around the area? Don’t let it dampen our community spirit. The Beautification Trust is on a mission to keep our streets pristine.
Report graffiti to us and we’ll swoop in for a free clean-up within 24 hours in most cases. Call 0800 END TAGS … View moreKia ora neighbours! Noticed unsightly tagging around the area? Don’t let it dampen our community spirit. The Beautification Trust is on a mission to keep our streets pristine.
Report graffiti to us and we’ll swoop in for a free clean-up within 24 hours in most cases. Call 0800 END TAGS or visit
Together, we can keep our community looking beautiful!
Snap up a subscription to NZ’s best selling weekly entertainment magazine - the perfect gift for the TV enthusiast in your life. Each week, receive the latest entertainment, competitions, puzzles and an extensive listing guide. You’ll never miss out on the best of TV with a home-delivered … View moreSnap up a subscription to NZ’s best selling weekly entertainment magazine - the perfect gift for the TV enthusiast in your life. Each week, receive the latest entertainment, competitions, puzzles and an extensive listing guide. You’ll never miss out on the best of TV with a home-delivered subscription to The TV Guide.
This Christmas, gift or purchase a 1-year TV Guide subscription for only $99, saving you $67!
The team at The TV Guide
Vailid for the month of December.
Hi neighbours, we believe every Aucklander deserves to have a beautiful smile. Our friendly team is ready to help you smile with confidence.
We are gentle, honest and affordable practice with a passion towards creating beautiful smiles and relieve you from … View moreVailid for the month of December.
Hi neighbours, we believe every Aucklander deserves to have a beautiful smile. Our friendly team is ready to help you smile with confidence.
We are gentle, honest and affordable practice with a passion towards creating beautiful smiles and relieve you from pain.
Our practice is highly equipped practice with all the latest technology: Diagnodent, Cerec, Laser and Air Abrasion. For our Squeamish neighbours, we offer sedation for pain-free dentistry. Not convinced with your dentist's opinion: We offer a free second opinion and clear all your queries.
We are specialized in all aspects of dentistry:
- General Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Invisalign
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We are offering Free Orthodontic/Braces Consultation and interest-free payment plans.
Check us out (you can book online) or give us a call on (09) 625 1411 for further details (please mention this Ad while you call).
Spare some time to find and see yourself why so many Aucklanders love us!
*Not combined with any other offers.
These are affordable Christmas gifts for those hard to buy for teenagers,
they cost $10 each
Dentures can help you smile and eat again. Dentures are removable artificial teeth that look and feel natural. To get dentures, you need to:
- See your clinical denture technician for a consultation and impression.
- Have any remaining teeth extracted.
- Try on and adjust your dentures.
- … View moreDentures can help you smile and eat again. Dentures are removable artificial teeth that look and feel natural. To get dentures, you need to:
- See your clinical denture technician for a consultation and impression.
- Have any remaining teeth extracted.
- Try on and adjust your dentures.
- Enjoy your new smile!
Contact The Denture Man today for quality, affordable, and personalized denture services. |Get the smile you deserve with dentures!
Experience the magic of the season with fun and affordable events!
Our city centre Christmas countdown has begun; Enjoy live performances every Saturday in Queen Street, admire festive lights and colour in our laneways and squares, wander through street markets and enjoy our city dressed up… View moreExperience the magic of the season with fun and affordable events!
Our city centre Christmas countdown has begun; Enjoy live performances every Saturday in Queen Street, admire festive lights and colour in our laneways and squares, wander through street markets and enjoy our city dressed up in its festive finest.
For information on free travel on buses, trains and ferries, with your AT HOP SuperGold Card concession visit the AT website
The excitement to help you to mend, repair, tune, oil, glue, sharpen, re-upholster and also share skills with you is growing. Tools are ready to go!🙂
Nothing to repair? Still come along and share the vibrancy in the hall. What about making your own Xmas crackers? Enjoy a cuppa and some freshly … View moreThe excitement to help you to mend, repair, tune, oil, glue, sharpen, re-upholster and also share skills with you is growing. Tools are ready to go!🙂
Nothing to repair? Still come along and share the vibrancy in the hall. What about making your own Xmas crackers? Enjoy a cuppa and some freshly home-baked cake. You support the Otaki Playcentre's mahi to raise funds improving their grounds and make sure the kids don't get wet feet when it's raining.
Please register your repairs in advance. This helps our planning. Otaki.repaircafe@gmail.com
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners. … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Don’t forget, tickets also make great gifts.
Celebrate the Heart Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Lottery and get your tickets today.
What an incredible Black Friday it's been! We received a whopping 460 responses from all you savvy shoppers who shared your best deals for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!
Now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you strike gold as the lucky winner? Find out right here: … View moreWhat an incredible Black Friday it's been! We received a whopping 460 responses from all you savvy shoppers who shared your best deals for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!
Now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you strike gold as the lucky winner? Find out right here: www.nzcompare.com...
Didn't score the big win this time? No worries! Follow NZ Compare to stay in the loop about future competitions, deals, and shopping tips! We're here to brighten up your budget. CLICK below to explore more.
Worried about high power bills with the aircon running? Need data for road trips? Heading away for a couple of weeks and want to avoid overpaying on your bills?
Discover the ultimate guide to Summer Savings in our latest article! Let the sun shine without burning your budget this holiday … View moreWorried about high power bills with the aircon running? Need data for road trips? Heading away for a couple of weeks and want to avoid overpaying on your bills?
Discover the ultimate guide to Summer Savings in our latest article! Let the sun shine without burning your budget this holiday season. Dive into the tips now!
This week's Nice Neighbours are Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura. They were nominated by Yolanda Schuller.
On Yolanda's birthday, her husband had a major heart attack. They had an entire day planned, but then life threw a spanner into the works.
Yolanda asked Amelie to feed… View moreThis week's Nice Neighbours are Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura. They were nominated by Yolanda Schuller.
On Yolanda's birthday, her husband had a major heart attack. They had an entire day planned, but then life threw a spanner into the works.
Yolanda asked Amelie to feed her cat, Koda, but Amelie's family went over and above. They cooked dinners two nights in a row and sent yummy treats during the tough time.
“I was really touched by their love, prayers and generosity. They are amazing. I couldn’t wish for better neighbours,” said Yolanda.
Nominate a Nice Neighbour you know, and they could be recognized on Stuff (and you both win a prize!).
Whether you're looking to find a home with the freedom to embrace adventures or a place that feels like home for the whole family; now is the time to buy a Ryman independent apartment, townhouse or serviced apartment and reward yourself too. With more money staying in your pocket, it’s yours… View moreWhether you're looking to find a home with the freedom to embrace adventures or a place that feels like home for the whole family; now is the time to buy a Ryman independent apartment, townhouse or serviced apartment and reward yourself too. With more money staying in your pocket, it’s yours to spend!
Purchase an occupation right to any Ryman independent apartment or townhouse and receive a $20,000 credit on settlement. Or purchase an occupation right to any serviced apartment and receive a $10,000 credit on settlement.*
Offer valid until 22 December 2023.
*Terms and conditions apply, visit rymanhealthcare.co.nz/ts&cs
Suitable for lambs, fawns, cria, foal, piglets, kittens and pups. Current year, plus it has been kept in the freezer for freshness. $58.95 new, available for $30
Give the gift that keeps on giving this Christmas. NZ House & Garden magazine is your go-to inspiration for interiors, homes, and gardens, plus find sumptuous food that’ll make your mouth water and curated lifestyle features sure to impress.
This Christmas, gift or purchase a 1-year NZ … View moreGive the gift that keeps on giving this Christmas. NZ House & Garden magazine is your go-to inspiration for interiors, homes, and gardens, plus find sumptuous food that’ll make your mouth water and curated lifestyle features sure to impress.
This Christmas, gift or purchase a 1-year NZ House & Garden subscription for only $85 and save yourself $47, plus you’ll get the added benefit of home delivery every month!
The team at NZ House & Garden
Here at the PBA, we go all out for Christmas! We bring lots of festivities to Pukekohe each December and we want you to join in on the fun!
Firstly, enter our 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAYS on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram from December 1st!
Next, see our giant Christmas Trees in Pukekohe … View moreHere at the PBA, we go all out for Christmas! We bring lots of festivities to Pukekohe each December and we want you to join in on the fun!
Firstly, enter our 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAYS on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram from December 1st!
Next, see our giant Christmas Trees in Pukekohe Town Square or at Navigation Homes Stadium on Saturday 2 December for a free family day out, Christmas On The Green!
Finally, drop your letters off to the North Pole Post Box at 217 King Street, Pukekohe by Friday 15 December for a personalized reply from Santa
You can pre-pay for your funeral with Legacy but use those funds at any funeral home within New Zealand.
Join us this Saturday, December 2nd for St. Andrew's Village Summer Market Day, starting at 10 a.m.
Discover a delightful array of offerings, including crafts, beauty products, clothing, and exquisite jewellery. As you explore the stalls, savour delectable food and refreshing beverages, … View moreJoin us this Saturday, December 2nd for St. Andrew's Village Summer Market Day, starting at 10 a.m.
Discover a delightful array of offerings, including crafts, beauty products, clothing, and exquisite jewellery. As you explore the stalls, savour delectable food and refreshing beverages, all while being serenaded by local musicians.
It's a perfect day to indulge in shopping, culinary delights, and live music at our Market Day at 207 Riddell Road, Glendowie
With Christmas Box, your $40 donation turns into $70 worth of everyday essential food and treats to help those who need it most across Aotearoa this Christmas.
100% of donations go to not only feeding a family but will also provide much-needed hope.
Donate $40 today and bring hope to the … View moreWith Christmas Box, your $40 donation turns into $70 worth of everyday essential food and treats to help those who need it most across Aotearoa this Christmas.
100% of donations go to not only feeding a family but will also provide much-needed hope.
Donate $40 today and bring hope to the table.
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