Waiwera, Orewa

Borrow it!

Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

2863 days ago

Your kind words are priceless

The Team from Children's Day

Remind tamariki just how important and special they are. In this episode of Tamariki News, hear why praise and encouragement is so important for children. www.youtube.com...

2863 days ago

Consultation month is coming!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Throughout March, we’re consulting on our 10-year Budget, as well as the draft Auckland Plan 2050. We also want to know what you think about our Pest Management Plan and our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan. Have your say on the future of Auckland!

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2863 days ago

Poll: Would you spend a weekend in the garden to grow a season's worth of veges?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Gardener Lynda Hallinan couldn't quite believe it when she found out her grandfather used to spend one day in the garden every September, to produce enough veges to feed his family of eight for the summer. So she put his method to the test.
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Gardener Lynda Hallinan couldn't quite believe it when she found out her grandfather used to spend one day in the garden every September, to produce enough veges to feed his family of eight for the summer. So she put his method to the test.
Click here to see the results and check out Lynda's top 10 tips to super fast veges

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Would you spend a weekend in the garden to grow a season's worth of veges?
  • 56.5% Yes, I'd do whatever it takes
    56.5% Complete
  • 34.8% I like growing my own produce but not on this scale
    34.8% Complete
  • 8.6% No, I'll stick to buying my fruit and veg
    8.6% Complete
1240 votes
2863 days ago

2018 Auckland Lantern Festival: 01-04 Mar 2018

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Come and enjoy New Zealand’s largest Chinese festival, celebrating the new Year of the Dog, in the Auckland Domain.

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2863 days ago

Auckland Council is questioning how much longer it can keep fixing eroded coast

Jay Boreham Reporter from Rodney Times

It has started looking at how long it can keep making fixes to storm damaged coastlines.
With the situation expected to only worsen at some sites, the council may soon have no land left to be able carry out work.
It won't occur for decades, or even centuries, the council believes, but its … View more
It has started looking at how long it can keep making fixes to storm damaged coastlines.
With the situation expected to only worsen at some sites, the council may soon have no land left to be able carry out work.
It won't occur for decades, or even centuries, the council believes, but its staff will start to look at long-term strategies within repair work about to be carried out.
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2874 days ago

Garden bark

Sally from Red Beach

Free garden bark, area approx 45m2 depth 20-30mm. Must be gone by this weekend.

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2863 days ago

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2863 days ago

Before and After

Affordable Garage Carpet Auckland

Our Sandstone coloured carpet is great for opening up what can sometimes be a dark, enclosed space

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2863 days ago

Hospitality courses at NZMA can help get you a job!

NZMA

Create cocktails. Make great coffee. Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA they will teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry.
 
You’ll study:
- in a real bar and gain work experience in a café
- receive support and … View more
Create cocktails. Make great coffee. Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA they will teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry.
 
You’ll study:
- in a real bar and gain work experience in a café
- receive support and encouragement from your tutors
- graduate with a nationally recognised qualification

Come visit the Auckland South campus for a coffee and tour their facilities. Or go to one of the information evenings, that run every two weeks from 5pm to 7pm, find out more here.

Know anyone or want to enrol yourself?
Courses start in February and March, so get in touch with NZMA and enrol today.
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2868 days ago

High end lounge suite from Norway!

Kathy from Warkworth

Beautifully made high quality lounge suite from Norway. 3 seater approx 209cm L x 79cm deep plus 2 armchairs !
Hardwood frame of birch.Upholstery is pure wool so no gaseous fumes as often in synthetic fabrics.
We are in a smaller house and this one sofa too many! Paid approx $5,000 and selling very… View more
Beautifully made high quality lounge suite from Norway. 3 seater approx 209cm L x 79cm deep plus 2 armchairs !
Hardwood frame of birch.Upholstery is pure wool so no gaseous fumes as often in synthetic fabrics.
We are in a smaller house and this one sofa too many! Paid approx $5,000 and selling very cheaply for $1100 the lot.
Call Kathy 021595394

Price: $1,100

2864 days ago

Make an effort to put children first

The Team from Children's Day

Whether we have kids of our own or not, every one of us has a role to play in making sure that Kiwi kids feel safe, loved and able to reach their potential. Children's Day, which is held on the first Sunday of March, is a time to pause, reflect and honour our children, and an opportunity for … View moreWhether we have kids of our own or not, every one of us has a role to play in making sure that Kiwi kids feel safe, loved and able to reach their potential. Children's Day, which is held on the first Sunday of March, is a time to pause, reflect and honour our children, and an opportunity for all New Zealanders to think about the collective responsibility we all have to put our tamariki first.

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