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This spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll … View moreThis spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll pick up all those fabulous barbecue flavours.
Combine good company with good food and your summer will be sizzling
He'll be covered in grease as he risks hypothermia, but he's ready. Otaua swimmer Sam Muir-James, w…
A recent theft from a car in South Auckland proves some people will do anything for a buck. Narolie…
Mike Pero MotoFest 2019 will be the homecoming for Taihape-born Kiwi international Simon Crafar. Crafer will the headline act at the second annual Mike Pero MotoFest extravaganza at Hampton Downs over the weekend of March 2-3.
The jam-packed weekend will be a unique Kiwi festival of motorcycling… View moreMike Pero MotoFest 2019 will be the homecoming for Taihape-born Kiwi international Simon Crafar. Crafer will the headline act at the second annual Mike Pero MotoFest extravaganza at Hampton Downs over the weekend of March 2-3.
The jam-packed weekend will be a unique Kiwi festival of motorcycling, with speed, power, poise, balance, daring and high-octane expression by the bucket-load.
MotoFest will run with the same format that was introduced last time around and will again include the popular Kawasaki Trail Ride, Motul Trials Challenge, Star Insurance Bike Show, Alpine Stars Dinner event, Shoei Classic, as well as the national championship superbike racing.
For the first time, ACC’s Shiny Side Up Bike Fest will also be running in conjunction with MotoFest.
Hi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View moreHi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.
To read more, click here.
Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?
Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of … View moreExperience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of many wonderful contrasts. See history come to life before your very eyes as you traverse the varied landscapes, marvel at the icons and find your happy place with a collection of real Trafalgar experiences that you can’t find on any other tour.
With 116 handcrafted itineraries and 220 cities, leave the guidebooks at home and let us show you the Real Europe and Britain.
Good people. Good times. Good everything. The Good Life.
Plus save up to 10%* when you book and pay in full before 31Jan 2019.
For more information visit your local travel agent, visit trafalgar.com or call 0800 484 333
*T&Cs apply. Refer to trafalgar.com/en-nz/destinations/europe or your travel agent for full offer details.
Offering a supercharged route into the business of computing the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology (PGCertInfoTech) is a short, intensive programme perfect for those who already possess an undergraduate degree in a non-ICT-related subject.
You’ll gain fundamental skills in … View moreOffering a supercharged route into the business of computing the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology (PGCertInfoTech) is a short, intensive programme perfect for those who already possess an undergraduate degree in a non-ICT-related subject.
You’ll gain fundamental skills in software development, including current knowledge of object-oriented programming and design, as well as web technologies and databases, to complement your existing critical thinking and communication abilities.
Find out more at ictgraduateschool.ac.nz
Still time to enrol for those last few slots. Three afternoons this week - today, tomorrow and Friday (January 23, 24, 25), 12.30 to 3pm at the Pukekohe Anglican Church.
Come and join the fun! For kids aged from 5 to 12, $5 a day for each of the three days, or $25 maximum per family for the three … View moreStill time to enrol for those last few slots. Three afternoons this week - today, tomorrow and Friday (January 23, 24, 25), 12.30 to 3pm at the Pukekohe Anglican Church.
Come and join the fun! For kids aged from 5 to 12, $5 a day for each of the three days, or $25 maximum per family for the three days.
Activities, stories and games. Themes: Looking After Ourselves and Others; Arts; Caring for Our World.
Contact Jan if you’re keen. Ph 0274 521 366 or email jan.wallace@gmail.com
Two Franklin athletes are proving that intellectual disability is no barrier to sporting success, as…
Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite… View moreHi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite cake flavour?
A south Auckland man who became trapped under his quad bike in a steep farm paddock is in a stable c…
James Culley is set to jog, pedal and kayak 243 kilometres in one day, all to raise money to improve…
Spaces filling up! Three afternoons this week - Wednesday Thursday and Friday (January 23, 24, 25), 12.30 to 3pm at the Pukekohe Anglican Church. Come and join the fun! For kids aged from 5 to 12, $5 a day for each of the three days, or $25 maximum per family for the three days.
Activities, stories… View moreSpaces filling up! Three afternoons this week - Wednesday Thursday and Friday (January 23, 24, 25), 12.30 to 3pm at the Pukekohe Anglican Church. Come and join the fun! For kids aged from 5 to 12, $5 a day for each of the three days, or $25 maximum per family for the three days.
Activities, stories and games. Themes: Looking After Ourselves and Others; Arts; Caring for Our World.
Contact Jan if you’re keen. Ph 0274 521 366 or email jan.wallace@gmail.com
Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.
Pick from our courses on … View moreFraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.
Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.
Enrol now for term one, starts 12th February 2019. You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!
Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
Three afternoons this week - Wednesday Thursday and Friday (January 23, 24, 25), 12.30 to 3pm at the Pukekohe Anglican Church.
Come and join the fun! For kids aged from 5 to 12, $5 a day for each of the three days, or $25 maximum per family for the three days.
Activities, stories … View moreHOLIDAY PROGRAMME
Three afternoons this week - Wednesday Thursday and Friday (January 23, 24, 25), 12.30 to 3pm at the Pukekohe Anglican Church.
Come and join the fun! For kids aged from 5 to 12, $5 a day for each of the three days, or $25 maximum per family for the three days.
Activities, stories and games. Themes: Looking After Ourselves and Others; Arts; Caring for Our World.
Contact Jan if you’re keen. Ph 0274 521 366 or email jan.wallace@gmail.com
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