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Have you got a favourite movie to watch during lockdown?
A streaming site from Wellington video rental survivor Aro Video is the perfect antidote for the seen-it-all-before blues with over 850 titles curated from more than 30 years of experience renting out films people actually want to watch.
Tell… View moreHave you got a favourite movie to watch during lockdown?
A streaming site from Wellington video rental survivor Aro Video is the perfect antidote for the seen-it-all-before blues with over 850 titles curated from more than 30 years of experience renting out films people actually want to watch.
Tell us what you have been watching?
I would like to thank the person or people that found my mother’s beloved cat Cindii in their swimming pool.
She obviously tried to have a drink slipped in and tragically drowned.
You didn’t just throw her in the bin but delivered her to the Raumati Beach Vets where we were able to retrieve … View moreI would like to thank the person or people that found my mother’s beloved cat Cindii in their swimming pool.
She obviously tried to have a drink slipped in and tragically drowned.
You didn’t just throw her in the bin but delivered her to the Raumati Beach Vets where we were able to retrieve her.
Thank you.
Cathedral Cove Naturals Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates up to and including 21/10/2021 of its Cathedral Cove Naturals brand Chocolate Coconut Yoghurt due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). The dark chocolate used in the product contains milk. People with a milk allergy or … View moreCathedral Cove Naturals Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates up to and including 21/10/2021 of its Cathedral Cove Naturals brand Chocolate Coconut Yoghurt due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). The dark chocolate used in the product contains milk. People with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to milk, this recall does not affect you.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Today when putting my shopping away I noticed the new tin of Nestle Light & Creamy Evaporated Milk was smaller than the one I had already so I checked the volume and noted it is now 35ml less but the same price and surprise surprise the same recipe us on the back and somehow miraculously it now… View moreToday when putting my shopping away I noticed the new tin of Nestle Light & Creamy Evaporated Milk was smaller than the one I had already so I checked the volume and noted it is now 35ml less but the same price and surprise surprise the same recipe us on the back and somehow miraculously it now needs, yes you guessed it only 340 ml instead of 375ml.
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.
In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View moreAll regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.
In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.
Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.
To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.
Hullo Neighbourly folk.
It is the second week of lockdown and no doubt some of you will have needed to pop out for milk or bread, or some other essential. Many of you will have shopped in that much loved institution, the dairy. We would love to hear you story about your local dairy and the people … View moreHullo Neighbourly folk.
It is the second week of lockdown and no doubt some of you will have needed to pop out for milk or bread, or some other essential. Many of you will have shopped in that much loved institution, the dairy. We would love to hear you story about your local dairy and the people who run it. If possible, please post a picture.
Click on Read More to read a Stuff story from earlier this year on the importance of the local dairy.
If you own a lifestyle block but are not using the land why not lease it to me. I have some horses, and I wondered if you have any land 5+ acres that you are not using. Ideally set up for horses would be perfect. If you would like to discuss please message me. Thanks Angela
With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.
Find out how to create your own.
Hello neighbours,
It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.
Hi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. … View moreHi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. Please tell us about any acts of kindness you have observed in your neighbourhood.
Feeling lockdown stress, or even bored? Ōtaki Library have a relaxing treat for you!
Local Kāpiti Coast meditation teacher and guide Shikhaa has created a special guided meditation session for Kāpiti Coast Libraries' Facebook fans, to help support a healthy mind and body during this time. … View moreFeeling lockdown stress, or even bored? Ōtaki Library have a relaxing treat for you!
Local Kāpiti Coast meditation teacher and guide Shikhaa has created a special guided meditation session for Kāpiti Coast Libraries' Facebook fans, to help support a healthy mind and body during this time. This meditation video will be posted on Kāpiti Coast District Libraries Facebook page at 2.30pm, Thursday 26 August. www.facebook.com...
(You can also watch the video later by clicking on the Videos section of the Libraries’ Facebook page.)
“Meditation is natural and allows the revelation of your ever-free Self to be revealed and directly hear your inherent wisdom and joy.” – Shikhaa
For more information about Shikhaa, see her website
www.wisdomofmeditation.com...
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View moreCOVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Wellington – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?
Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.
Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...
Need a paver with tools to lay tiles for courtyard. Please message contact details to organise a start date after lockdown.
Five Eight Distribution Ltd is recalling specific batches of Mr Porky brand Original Scratchings and Crispy Strips due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed.
Read More: www.mpi.govt.nz...
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