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Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!
Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old … View moreWhether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!
Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old skateboards into a coffee table, pallets into a home entertainment unit or repurposing an old baby cot into a desk for your little learners.
Unleash your creativity on your neighbourhood by sharing your creation in this year's Resene Upcycling Awards. Make sure you tell us about any Resene paints, colours and stains you've used - and don't forget your before and after photos. You could win one of four prizes worth $500!
Entries close Sunday 5 May.
In addition to the great service we offer at SBS Bank, we also have great term investment rates. Invest a minimum of $1,000 with us for a 12-month term and you’ll receive 3.40%p.a. But the best part is you don’t need to even visit a branch – you can do it online.
Here’s the legal stuff: … View moreIn addition to the great service we offer at SBS Bank, we also have great term investment rates. Invest a minimum of $1,000 with us for a 12-month term and you’ll receive 3.40%p.a. But the best part is you don’t need to even visit a branch – you can do it online.
Here’s the legal stuff: Rates are subject to change. Available for interest at maturity redeemable shares between $1,000 and $5,000,000 only. Specific account opening criteria, terms and conditions apply. A copy of the Southland Building Society (SBS Bank) Term Investment Terms & Conditions are available on request from any branch of SBS Bank or at sbsbank.co.nz.
We are welcoming new patients with a special price of $89 for a exam, scale & polish and x-rays with Dr Suzan Rezqallah on Wednesdays and Fridays. **Conditions apply
Come in and see us or ph 09 2387587 to make an appointment.
KFC New Zealand is opening its first store and drive-thru within a motorway service centre at Bombay…
Treat your mother a vintage high tea this Mother's day. Step into yesterday in our country estate setting, enjoy classic high tea at the lodge and receive a free gift for the well deserved mother! (one per booking).
Pre-book only and payment required to confirm.
$ 39.50 per person
$ 49.50 … View moreTreat your mother a vintage high tea this Mother's day. Step into yesterday in our country estate setting, enjoy classic high tea at the lodge and receive a free gift for the well deserved mother! (one per booking).
Pre-book only and payment required to confirm.
$ 39.50 per person
$ 49.50 per person with a glass of bubbles
2 Sittings available: 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm
For bookings email: Ngaire@footbridge.co.nz or ring 09-2360510
Footbridge Estate
59 Chamberlain Road, Bombay
Only 35 minutes from Auckland and 6 minutes from Bombay interchange
The Franklin region of southern Auckland is set to grow by up to 80,000 people. The growth has been…
A man who beat his former partner has avoided jail time after writing letters of apology and handing…
Hi Neighbours
Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.
KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood … View moreHi Neighbours
Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.
KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood centres. Attendance is up, and the children are happier and more settled.
"Everyone has the same meal so children don't feel like they have less," Manaia View Kindergarten teacher Kathy Belz says. "It's upholding everyone's mana.”
40 more centres are waiting for help. KidsCan, Stuff and Neighbourly have partnered up to raise enough money to support 1000 more children - and we need 400 more generous Kiwis to hold little hands. To support a child, sign up at KidsCan.org.nz
As well as our Easter Garden and Experiencing Easter displays, Pukekohe Anglicans have plenty coming up over Easter and beyond. ALL WELCOME!
Yippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice… View moreYippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice from our archive, complete with vintage wisdom from long-time subscribers, garden clubs and knowledgeable experts. You have until April 14 to get the pre-sale price of $11.90 (25% off retail price). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.
Last year the Franklin community pulled together to donate dozens of pairs of pyjamas to kids identified by their schools as being in need.
CAN WE MANAGE IT AGAIN THIS YEAR?
Working with Middlemore Foundation our goal is to get a new pair of pyjamas to each child before the cold weather arrives … View moreLast year the Franklin community pulled together to donate dozens of pairs of pyjamas to kids identified by their schools as being in need.
CAN WE MANAGE IT AGAIN THIS YEAR?
Working with Middlemore Foundation our goal is to get a new pair of pyjamas to each child before the cold weather arrives and colds and other winter ills increase. This project has a few local community trusts working together for the good of our children. Pyjamas can be left at the Pukekohe Anglican Church, 37 Queen St, or TopNotch Engraving at 28 King St, Pukekohe. We hope to add more drop-off points over the next week. We can provide a dedicated bank account number for this project if you'd prefer to make a donation instead of buying the pyjamas yourself. For more details contact Jan on 0274-521-366
The 'Journey Towards Easter Garden' and 'Experience Easter' (indoors) creative displays at the Pukekohe Anglican Church tell the Easter story, with guides for reflection and seats at intervals along the way. The displays, which are open every day until a week after Easter, are … View moreThe 'Journey Towards Easter Garden' and 'Experience Easter' (indoors) creative displays at the Pukekohe Anglican Church tell the Easter story, with guides for reflection and seats at intervals along the way. The displays, which are open every day until a week after Easter, are intended to help us reflect on Jesus' life, death and resurrection and what this means in our lives today. All are welcome to visit the displays, which are at the Anglican complex on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St.
The current IRB racing world-championship holders, Sunset Beach Lifeguard Service, has retained its …
Easter is looming neighbours! What are your favourite easter treats? We have a debate going on in the office as reporter Natalie Polley loves marshmellow eggs, while print producer Julie Kaio can't stand them! Marshmellow eggs tend to be love or hate; but what are your favourites?
Thanks to everyone who joined us or submitted questions for our live chat with Resene colour experts Christine Hawkings and Merenia Patira.
If you missed it, you can still check out their answers and get some fresh decorating ideas, here.
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