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If you are looking for some social doubles, Pukekohe Tennis Club is running a Twilight Tennis Team Competition on Wednesdays, 7pm. You do not have to be a member of the club to play. You can make your own team or we will find a team for you. The competition starts next week. Please contact Cherie … View moreIf you are looking for some social doubles, Pukekohe Tennis Club is running a Twilight Tennis Team Competition on Wednesdays, 7pm. You do not have to be a member of the club to play. You can make your own team or we will find a team for you. The competition starts next week. Please contact Cherie as the places are limited. 0274596075
With summer coming on, salads are becoming popular again, so I thought I would share some simple ways to make a salad a bit more interesting.
Nuts and Seeds such as almonds, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, etc don't have to be used plain. Try:
* Dry roasting in an oven, or add olive oil and salt … View moreWith summer coming on, salads are becoming popular again, so I thought I would share some simple ways to make a salad a bit more interesting.
Nuts and Seeds such as almonds, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, etc don't have to be used plain. Try:
* Dry roasting in an oven, or add olive oil and salt and roast.
* Toast in a lightly oiled pan.
* Sprinkle with Tamari or Coconut Aminos, mix through and roast in oven until dry and toasted.
* Try flavouring sunflower or almonds as follows. Mix together 2 tsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 2 tsp lime juice, and 1 tsp ground cumin. Mix through the nuts or seeds and roast until dry and toasted.
Top salads with nuts and seeds just before serving, to add different flavours and textures. A great addition to green, beetroot, quinoa, rice or any other salad combination.
* Black Cumin Seeds, Nigella Sativa, also add an interesting flavour. They can be dry toasted until they become fragrant, then sprinkled on salads, or they can be added to a dressing. This is my favourite!
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who joined us for our live chat with Resene’s colour consultant Brenda Ngatai and tech expert Jay Sharples.
The questions were coming thick and fast, and Jay and Brenda very kindly stayed later than planned to get through as many as they could, but we're … View moreHey neighbours, thanks to everyone who joined us for our live chat with Resene’s colour consultant Brenda Ngatai and tech expert Jay Sharples.
The questions were coming thick and fast, and Jay and Brenda very kindly stayed later than planned to get through as many as they could, but we're sorry if we didn't get to yours. If you submitted a question and missed the chat, checkout the recap, here.
Dear gardeners, while the entire nation is in the mood to vote, don't miss out on having your say in who becomes our Gardener of the Year! Read their stories, choose your favourite, and vote for them!
Summer is coming. Term 4 is underway and we are back in level 1 – woo hoo! Are you and your family summer swimming ready?
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. The Free Trial is open to all new customers. The Free Trial is open to all new customers.
Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.
Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their … View morePopular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.
Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their can/s to their retailer for a full refund.
What you need to know:
- Batch numbers SMS1 J213, TTA1 J214, TTA1 J215, and TTA1 J217 are affected by this recall.
- The product is sold in New World, Pak’n Save, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents stores nationwide.
To get in contact with Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd, call 0800 245 114. For more information on the recall, visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.
Hey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Waikato's MP.
At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will … View moreHey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Waikato's MP.
At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.
Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.
Why does my MP matter?
The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.
To read more, click here.
If you are for some fun and exercise this weekend, pop in to Pukekohe Tennis Club ( Rosa Birch Park, 82 West Street) . They have an open day and Love Tennis 2020 weekend on Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 pm . It is free and you can bring your friends and entire family. Give tennis a GO. Racquets supplied… View moreIf you are for some fun and exercise this weekend, pop in to Pukekohe Tennis Club ( Rosa Birch Park, 82 West Street) . They have an open day and Love Tennis 2020 weekend on Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 pm . It is free and you can bring your friends and entire family. Give tennis a GO. Racquets supplied or bring your own. There will many fun activities for adults and children, free bouncy castle and BBQ, lots of giveaways and prizes, and some pizza vouchers if you come in early enough :-) plus a chance to win a trip for two to Te Anau. They will have some special offers to join the club too (raffle for private classes with our coach, discount vouchers for children). Other clubs in the area will participate in this event too: Pukekohe East Tennis Club, Waiuku Club, and Patumahoe Club. We hope to see you tomorrow Saturday or Sunday, between 1-4pm.
Planting for a better planet has never been more important - for food, for the environment and for health. This year in particular many Kiwis have found solace in our gardens, or embraced gardening for the first time.
The call is out to New Zealanders to get growing this National Gardening Week … View morePlanting for a better planet has never been more important - for food, for the environment and for health. This year in particular many Kiwis have found solace in our gardens, or embraced gardening for the first time.
The call is out to New Zealanders to get growing this National Gardening Week and reap the rewards of home-grown food.
To help kickstart your vegie patch and live a more sustainable life, Yates is lending a helping hand.
Just register online HERE between 1st and 18th October to receive a FREE packet of Yates Vegie Seeds.
If you’re shopping at your local The Warehouse, we need to say thanks, because you’re helping us give the planet a hand!
We’re on a journey to make it easier to shop sustainably. We’ve got more than 5,000 products on our shelves that are easier on the planet and easier on your wallet. … View moreIf you’re shopping at your local The Warehouse, we need to say thanks, because you’re helping us give the planet a hand!
We’re on a journey to make it easier to shop sustainably. We’ve got more than 5,000 products on our shelves that are easier on the planet and easier on your wallet. So it’s easy to do good every time you stop in and shop. Join us on our journey here .
Hey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote in Port Waikato.
At the upcoming election on October 17, enrolled voters will have a … View moreHey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote in Port Waikato.
At the upcoming election on October 17, enrolled voters will have a few boxes to tick.
There are two referenda on the cards, as well as the regular party and candidate selections.
Click www.stuff.co.nz... a breakdown of what you’re voting for and where you can vote.
Hey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote in Port Waikato.
At the upcoming election on October 17, enrolled voters will have a … View moreHey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote in Port Waikato.
At the upcoming election on October 17, enrolled voters will have a few boxes to tick.
There are two referenda on the cards, as well as the regular party and candidate selections.
Click www.stuff.co.nz... a breakdown of what you’re voting for and where you can vote.
Hey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Port Waikato's MP.
At the October 17 election, New Zealanders … View moreHey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Port Waikato's MP.
At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.
Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.
Why does my MP matter?
The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.
To read more, click here.
Hey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Port Waikato's MP.
At the October 17 election, New Zealanders … View moreHey neighbours,
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Port Waikato's MP.
At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.
Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.
Why does my MP matter?
The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.
To read more, click here.
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