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Meet the 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year finalist from Thames. Rebecca Manley-Campbell and Samantha Claire say the garden they work in grow more than just fruits, flowers and vegetables.
It's week five of '8 Weeks of Humanity'!
Share your story - what does it mean to be your gender in 2017?
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Here's someone doing great work in your neighbourhood: Andrea Reid is in the running to be named NZ Gardener GARDENA Gardener of the Year.
Breast cancer's always been on Shona Kelway's radar.
Her older sister battled it more than 17 years ago and Kelway had a benign breast lump removed when she was younger.
Annual mammograms and checking her breasts have been part and parcel for the 54-year-old mother and grandmother, … View moreBreast cancer's always been on Shona Kelway's radar.
Her older sister battled it more than 17 years ago and Kelway had a benign breast lump removed when she was younger.
Annual mammograms and checking her breasts have been part and parcel for the 54-year-old mother and grandmother, and she's made...
Did you know that Auckland Council has a Seniors Advisory Panel who advocates for older people in our region?
African clubmoss is a serious pest that can spread quickly, smothering other plants and preventing the development of native seedlings. Read our tips on how to control it.
This is a chance for people with Māori whakapapa who study, work in or aspire to study or work in event management to go behind the scenes of this annual cultural festival, held over Auckland Anniversary Weekend.
The festival is delivered by Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development… View moreThis is a chance for people with Māori whakapapa who study, work in or aspire to study or work in event management to go behind the scenes of this annual cultural festival, held over Auckland Anniversary Weekend.
The festival is delivered by Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED), on behalf of Auckland Council, in partnership with mana whenua of Tāmaki Makaurau. This free and family-friendly festival showcases the unique Māori history, heritage and contemporary culture of Tāmaki Makaurau.
ATEED’s tailored observer programme gives successful applicants the opportunity to meet and talk with the festival production team; attend a live brief in the on-site operations centre (OSOC); go backstage to the ‘green room’; watch the stage manager in action and chat with the back of house coordinator; get an overview of the importance of stall operating conditions and food safety; and get an insight into the event kaupapa.
Email tamakifest@aucklandnz.com, and tell the team about themselves, their whakapapa, studies or work, and how taking part in the observer programme would benefit them. Taking part is free of charge, but participants are responsible for their own travel to and parking at the festival and any accommodation, if required.
Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, 31 October and applicants will be notified by Friday, 1 December.
Happy Friday everyone!
Here's a pic of Briar's pup celebrating the end of the week.
We'd love to see photos of what your animals get up to on the weekend!
"You're too young for breast cancer, it's probably nothing to worry about," a doctor told Anete Smith 15 years ago.
She was in her 30s and had recently emigrated to New Zealand from the United Kingdom.
The Aucklander had spent the previous two weeks working up the courage to… View more"You're too young for breast cancer, it's probably nothing to worry about," a doctor told Anete Smith 15 years ago.
She was in her 30s and had recently emigrated to New Zealand from the United Kingdom.
The Aucklander had spent the previous two weeks working up the courage to get a lump on her ...
We have 100's of books left over from our gala in the weekend. Pick up today only from YWCA Auckland, Annex Building, Ground Floor, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket. email debbie@akywca.org.nz for more information. MUST PICK UP TODAY MONDAY 2nd OCTOBER.
Hi Neighbours, the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show is on 27th - 29th October. Mark the date in your diary now and visit our NEW LOOK WEBSITE!
Here's what you need to know for your Waikato A&P Show entries.
- Late entries will be received to 9th October with a late fee, and … View moreHi Neighbours, the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show is on 27th - 29th October. Mark the date in your diary now and visit our NEW LOOK WEBSITE!
Here's what you need to know for your Waikato A&P Show entries.
- Late entries will be received to 9th October with a late fee, and no guarantee of your name in the catalogue.
- Beef, Dairy Cattle and Alpacas need TB Certificates. Rams need Brucellosis Certificates. It's compulsory.
- Equestrian: Original Height Certificates are required for the ring only, not with entries.
- All sections: Confirmation forms for the ring are being sent out soon with Gate / Exhibitors Passes.
- Trade site applications are still being received but need to be paid on application. All current trade stall holders - your invoices are now due in full.
- SCHOOLS: Register now for the farm trail so kids can receive their booklets.
- COMPETITION: Cow Colouring Competition - print your entry form here. Prizes to be won. Watch the local papers also.
- COMPETITION: Snapshot Camera Photographic Competition is open to all ages - download your entry form here. Cash prizes.
- Sponsorships are due in now, especially images for the catalogue if applicable. Email to: accounts@waikatoaandp.co.nz or info@waikatoaandp.co.nz
The bridge work is now complete and the Orams Road Bridge will be open to traffic, pedestrians and cyclists from Saturday 7 October 2017.
Detours will no-longer be necessary.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we have undertaken this work.
If you have any questions, please … View moreThe bridge work is now complete and the Orams Road Bridge will be open to traffic, pedestrians and cyclists from Saturday 7 October 2017.
Detours will no-longer be necessary.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we have undertaken this work.
If you have any questions, please contact our team:
• Phone: 0508 NZTA SCI (0508 6982 724)
• Email: southerncorridor@nzta.govt.nz
• Web: www.nzta.govt.nz/southern-corridor-improvements
This Christmas help us put Music Therapists into Dementia Units - Buy your presents at: Pat's Craft Shed and have
a great morning/afternoon out in Hamilton
Cup of tea/coffee and scone $5
Or
High Tea, $15 head, limit 10
Plenty of time to shop in the warm craft shed which has lots of … View moreThis Christmas help us put Music Therapists into Dementia Units - Buy your presents at: Pat's Craft Shed and have
a great morning/afternoon out in Hamilton
Cup of tea/coffee and scone $5
Or
High Tea, $15 head, limit 10
Plenty of time to shop in the warm craft shed which has lots of seating and buy handmade gifts for your family & friends
Open by appointment only.
Book by ringing Pat on 0276330818 Dinsdale
Support Music Moves Me Trust
Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.
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