Opaheke, Papakura

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

2172 days ago

Pretty in pastel

The Team from Resene ColorShop Pukekohe

Painted glass bottles make a stylish display on their own or with the addition of dried foliage. The paint is on the inside so they still have that lovely glass sheen.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy … View more
Painted glass bottles make a stylish display on their own or with the addition of dried foliage. The paint is on the inside so they still have that lovely glass sheen.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2172 days ago

Try this...

George from Papakura

Mismatched Dinner Plates in your cupboard? Try baking a cake/biscuits etc, and as a Random Act of Kindness offer both Plate+Cake to a neighbour, friend, passerby, charity etc and ask them to pay it forward 😉 (i only have 4 mismatched dinner plates left) cooking and baking are activities everyone… View moreMismatched Dinner Plates in your cupboard? Try baking a cake/biscuits etc, and as a Random Act of Kindness offer both Plate+Cake to a neighbour, friend, passerby, charity etc and ask them to pay it forward 😉 (i only have 4 mismatched dinner plates left) cooking and baking are activities everyone can enjoy.
Have fun 😁

2172 days ago

Campuses are open for 2020!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Tāmaki Makaurau Campus

Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy open to all learners.

Our campus in Tāmaki Makaurau is located at 1/19 Lambie Drive, Manukau offering postgraduate … View more
Tāmaki Makaurau Campus

Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy open to all learners.

Our campus in Tāmaki Makaurau is located at 1/19 Lambie Drive, Manukau offering postgraduate degrees in Māori and Indigenous studies, an undergraduate degree in Humanities – also, certificates in te Reo Māori, Study and Career Preparation with fee free programmes available. We also have marae centred courses throughout Auckland including Kai Oranga, Te Pou Hono and Community Education.

If you are looking for study options locally we’d love to hear from you!
Learn more

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2174 days ago

TV, CHEAP OR FREE, WANTED.

Quinten from Takanini

Need cheap or free tv, preff flat screen, goin cond. Thnx.

2173 days ago

Summer Sorted!

The Team from Auckland Council

Make the most of summer in Auckland with the huge range of events and activities on offer. There are outdoor cinemas, music at your local park, family activities, walking and sculpture trails, school holiday entertainment, fun days and evenings out, and lots of other ideas to help you enjoy our … View moreMake the most of summer in Auckland with the huge range of events and activities on offer. There are outdoor cinemas, music at your local park, family activities, walking and sculpture trails, school holiday entertainment, fun days and evenings out, and lots of other ideas to help you enjoy our beautiful region over the warmer months.

Whatever summer looks like to you, check out what's on in your local area with our handy guide.
Find out more

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2173 days ago

New police app

The Team from New Zealand Police

Introducing the new NZ Police app - available for free download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Alongside officers serving our communities 24/7, we’re committed to using technology to help ensure our services and information are available to you, anywhere, any time.

✅National … View more
Introducing the new NZ Police app - available for free download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Alongside officers serving our communities 24/7, we’re committed to using technology to help ensure our services and information are available to you, anywhere, any time.

✅National Police News
✅Local Police news
✅Alerts and safety advice
✅Notifications direct to your phone
✅Report incidents and issues
✅Frequently asked questions

The NZ Police app allows you to receive our national and local news and alerts and extends access to our online services. It’s one of the ways we’re working to make sure New Zealand is the safest country.

Download for Android here - play.google.com...

Download for iOS here - apps.apple.com...

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2173 days ago

Anyone gifting a suitcase and size 14 girls clothes plz thank u

Lorene from Manurewa

Hi is anyone gifting a suitcase suitable for a girl. Or a medium sized bag plz and also some size 14-16 girls clothes plz. May I plz be considered for partners daughter who will be travelling back to the islands plz many thanks...

Free

2174 days ago

Certificate in Food & Beverage, Barista, Wine & Spirits

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Become a skilled barista, a bartender, learn more about the exciting world of restaurants and cafes. Find out about wine, beer, customer service, learn how to make impressive cocktails in our full-time hospitality course over 16 weeks.
Next intake: 10 Feb, 2020

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2174 days ago

Fun free things to do school holidays, visit the Museum!

Auckland Museum

Remember the days before GPS and Google Maps?

This summer we’re encouraging families who visit the museum to join the ranks of great historical navigators with our free activity Quest of the Navigators.

Using a special map, you can follow our clues to discover what skills, tools and … View more
Remember the days before GPS and Google Maps?

This summer we’re encouraging families who visit the museum to join the ranks of great historical navigators with our free activity Quest of the Navigators.

Using a special map, you can follow our clues to discover what skills, tools and knowledge was used in the pre-digital age, which will help you explore the Museum’s galleries in a fun and interactive way.

Stay the course and you’ll go into the draw to win a special prize pack from the Museum shop!

Collect your map from the information desks in the Grand Foyer of the Museum.
Explore now

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2174 days ago

Be in to win The Editors' Escape

The Editors' Escape

If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this … View more
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.

Let us know here would you escape with the Editors' Escape via this link and be in to win 1 of 5 double passes to NZ House & Garden House Tours.

Competition closes 15th January 2020.
Enter now

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2175 days ago

Free Computer Desk(Large 1800x1800)

Evan from Papakura

Hi im am going to throw away a desk but would rather someone took it as it is a very good desk, it is quite large and heavy and does require a trailer.
This is listed elsewhere(trademe)

Free

2175 days ago

Setting your kids up financially, for life

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating how parents can best set their children up for financial security, particularly teaching them about spending and saving. We're on the hunt for advice, tips and stories from parents and families. Would you be willing to speak to us, or offer your two … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is investigating how parents can best set their children up for financial security, particularly teaching them about spending and saving. We're on the hunt for advice, tips and stories from parents and families. Would you be willing to speak to us, or offer your two cents? You can reply to this post with a comment, or if you're happy to be interviewed, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

2175 days ago

Time for your next challenge?

New Zealand Police

If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community every day, a career with New Zealand Police could be for you. We’re after people with all sorts of backgrounds and life experiences. So, why not use the skills you already have to become a police officer?

Take the … View more
If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community every day, a career with New Zealand Police could be for you. We’re after people with all sorts of backgrounds and life experiences. So, why not use the skills you already have to become a police officer?

Take the first step at newcops.co.nz.
Find out more

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2175 days ago

You don’t need the guilt too!

The Mind Lab

Whether you can’t wait to get out of the house or dread going back to work, it’s hard to let go of that nagging guilt at leaving your kids.

If you leave your kids with us, we guarantee you’ll have one less thing to feel guilty about. Imagine being greeted by tired, happy, inspired young … View more
Whether you can’t wait to get out of the house or dread going back to work, it’s hard to let go of that nagging guilt at leaving your kids.

If you leave your kids with us, we guarantee you’ll have one less thing to feel guilty about. Imagine being greeted by tired, happy, inspired young faces at the end of the day - that’s reason enough to explore The Mind Lab @ MOTAT’s school holiday programme.


Bookings are now open for December 2019 and January 2020
Suitable for ages 7-12
Book now

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2195 days ago

A great loss to papakura

Maria from Papakura

It is with great sadness JOAN McKENZIE, wife of the late BRUCE McKENZIE, passed away Saturday 18th December. A precious part of our community a true Christian woman will be missed greatly by us all. Thanksgiving service will be at the Papakura Baptist Church at 11 am Wednesday 18th

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