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Would you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New… View moreWould you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New Zealand that we would never have seen if we were still living in a house," says Lynette.
Does the idea of selling up to make a big life change appeal to you? What changes would you like to make?
Hi Auckland,
The Government has announced 6400 new state homes and social houses as part of Budget 2018. About $234.4m has been committed over the next four years. So what do you think? How will your community benefit from the housing boost? To read more, click here.
A one-hour scenic drive from Auckland, and 5 minutes from Matakana, Plume Restaurant is recognised for superb cuisine perfectly complemented by Runner Duck Estate Vineyard’s fine wines. As the vineyard’s cellar door, tastings are available here. Now, 12 new luxury villas offer accommodation a … View moreA one-hour scenic drive from Auckland, and 5 minutes from Matakana, Plume Restaurant is recognised for superb cuisine perfectly complemented by Runner Duck Estate Vineyard’s fine wines. As the vineyard’s cellar door, tastings are available here. Now, 12 new luxury villas offer accommodation a brief stroll from the restaurant, in surroundings where gourmet travellers or those seeking an escape from the city can discover some Matakana magic of their very own.
Ranging from 1-3 bedrooms, and sharing a swimming pool, the villas feature all the comforts of home in an idyllic coastal country setting. Your country escape starts here.
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of… View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.
Our plant of the week in Get Growing is the festive abutilon and we have the latest scientific information on guava moth and what you can do to try and prevent it from affecting your fruit trees. Try sensational Catalonian recipes from Barcelona Cult Recipes and enter to win some great prizes!
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.
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Are you looking for a chance to give back to your community and meet great people?
Victim Support volunteers are people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who give up a small amount of time each week to help victims after a crime or tragic event.
Join us for a drink and a bite to… View moreAre you looking for a chance to give back to your community and meet great people?
Victim Support volunteers are people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who give up a small amount of time each week to help victims after a crime or tragic event.
Join us for a drink and a bite to eat at our Counties Manukau volunteer information evening, 6.30pm next Wednesday 30 May, to meet other volunteers and discover how you too could make a difference as a Victim Support volunteer.
Click the link to find out more. We’d love to see you there
Grace
Area Manager - Counties Manukau
Guardian Dental Care with new and vibrant looks. We are open 7 days a week and provide affordable dental treatment with a focus on delivering quality work to patients.
Call us now at 092622240 or 0800 4 TOOTH to make an appointment.
On Tuesday, Auckland Council agreed to sell seven of its buildings as a key component of its Corporate Property Strategy.
Hi Neighbors
Gut health is important for maintaining health and well being.it is influenced by a number of factors such as the foods you eat,your lifestyle and the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut.
Probiotics,often refered as "good bacteria' ,have a beneficial influence on … View moreHi Neighbors
Gut health is important for maintaining health and well being.it is influenced by a number of factors such as the foods you eat,your lifestyle and the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut.
Probiotics,often refered as "good bacteria' ,have a beneficial influence on your digestive system and overall health and well being.topping up your prebiotic levels may help maintain and balance gut flora.
You can take prebiotics daily to support your well being and maintain digestive health.You may also choose to take a specific probiotic to help support a particular health area such as immune function.
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We had a select few at lasts week free painting session with another new member joining the group.
We meet on Wednesdays at Old Central School Hall,
57 Wood St, Papakura opposite the Police Station.
from 12 noon for a BYO lunch, and art until 3:30pm.
First time free! So come on all you … View moreWe had a select few at lasts week free painting session with another new member joining the group.
We meet on Wednesdays at Old Central School Hall,
57 Wood St, Papakura opposite the Police Station.
from 12 noon for a BYO lunch, and art until 3:30pm.
First time free! So come on all you budding artists and give us a go.
Glenda Kenney Ph 021 928 028 for more information
Have you read the latest installments of Stuff/Newshub's joint investigation? In part two of the 'a tale of two cities' series, Carmen Parahi and Simon Shepherd take a look at the view from the top of the Auckland tree. While … View moreHave you read the latest installments of Stuff/Newshub's joint investigation? In part two of the 'a tale of two cities' series, Carmen Parahi and Simon Shepherd take a look at the view from the top of the Auckland tree. While part three looks at inequality and what will happen in the next downturn. Read them both here.
Vote for your favourite new release from Stuff Pix and you could win it to watch at your place. With so many movies ready to rent right now, there's something for everyone at Stuff Pix - check them out at stuffpix.co.nz today.
Saturday 19 May - 8am-12pm sharp
Moving sale wide range of books, housewares, clothes, baby items, kitchen items etc.
Everything has to go!
GARAGE SALE , PAPAKURA
Saturday 19 May - 8am-12pm sharp
Moving sale wide range of books, housewares, clothes, baby items, kitchen items etc.
Everything has to go!
Goodwood Heights large family home with options for extended family living, 4 bedrooms in main home plus 1 bedroom self-contained flat beneath. The owner's children have left and its time to down-size but they need this one sold first. This well-loved home is ripe for renovation (minor paint … View moreGoodwood Heights large family home with options for extended family living, 4 bedrooms in main home plus 1 bedroom self-contained flat beneath. The owner's children have left and its time to down-size but they need this one sold first. This well-loved home is ripe for renovation (minor paint and tidy would do wonders). If you are in a large family and on a budget then this is definitely for you. www.barfoot.co.nz...
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