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What's fun, free, safe and tailor-made for creative Kiwi kids? MindLabKids.com, that's what! This super online learning website is the home of home-based fun for 5-12 year-olds. Sign them up today to get their creative cogs turning, and be in to win some cool freebies!
Join us in 'going gold' for Paralympics New Zealand's annual Spirit of Gold® Mufti Day!
This year the event celebrates 6 months until our Paralympians compete in the PeyongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games. Donations will greatly contribute to getting our team to South Korea.
… View moreJoin us in 'going gold' for Paralympics New Zealand's annual Spirit of Gold® Mufti Day!
This year the event celebrates 6 months until our Paralympians compete in the PeyongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games. Donations will greatly contribute to getting our team to South Korea.
As a big thank you for your support, we will be awarding a Paralympian visit to two lucky organisations; one who raises the most funds, and one for the best photograph posted on social media with our #SpiritOfGold hashtag!
Head over towww.paralympics.org.nz... to get your Mufti Day Toolkit and for other ways that your organisation can get involved in supporting us this September!
Paul | Pukekohe
"My wife is from the Philippines, I’ve got one brother who’s married to a Japanese girl, another brother who’s married to a lady who was born in Samoa. So very much a multi-cultural family now. Auckland’s become multi-cultural and I think if we take that onboard and … View morePaul | Pukekohe
"My wife is from the Philippines, I’ve got one brother who’s married to a Japanese girl, another brother who’s married to a lady who was born in Samoa. So very much a multi-cultural family now. Auckland’s become multi-cultural and I think if we take that onboard and learn from each other’s culture, pick out the best parts and make that our own culture."
Hear more of Paul's story on our Facebook page.
Hey neighbours - you might have heard about Electric Kiwi and our Free Hour of Power. Or that recently Canstar Blue awarded us the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award (Electricity Providers). But did you know we have some cool new friends?
Over at Electric Kiwi we're all about connections … View moreHey neighbours - you might have heard about Electric Kiwi and our Free Hour of Power. Or that recently Canstar Blue awarded us the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award (Electricity Providers). But did you know we have some cool new friends?
Over at Electric Kiwi we're all about connections and building strong relationships with our customers, which is why we're proud to announce that we've joined up with the team at Neighbourly. Together, we're celebrating innovation and emPOWERing Kiwi communities (see what we did there?!)
We look forward to sharing more about our partnership with you soon. In the meantime, find out what makes us special.
The two local clubs in contention for men's regional hockey trophies had identical experiences in Sa…
Do you have a shoes on or shoes off policy at your place? Are sheets changed regularly in your home, or just whenever suits? Do you know your neighbours' names?
Homed is conducting a survey to learn more not just about what happens behind your front door and throughout Kiwi communities. … View moreDo you have a shoes on or shoes off policy at your place? Are sheets changed regularly in your home, or just whenever suits? Do you know your neighbours' names?
Homed is conducting a survey to learn more not just about what happens behind your front door and throughout Kiwi communities. We'd love you to take part - plus we'll put you in the draw to win one of three $100 Prezzy® cards if you complete the survey by 7 August.
It was a celebration of local businesses on Saturday night, as the Pukekohe Business Association held its Best in Business Awards black tie gala event at the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall.
420 people flocked to the occasion in their finery, enjoying a three-course meal from Flame Tree Kitchen… View moreIt was a celebration of local businesses on Saturday night, as the Pukekohe Business Association held its Best in Business Awards black tie gala event at the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall.
420 people flocked to the occasion in their finery, enjoying a three-course meal from Flame Tree Kitchen as the winners in each category were named.
The big winner on the night was White Rose Cars who took out the coveted supreme award - alongside the professional services award.
If you went, what was your favourite part of the evening? Mine was the food! hehe.
- Nats
Sanjana Ram is passionate about people.
For the new owner of Patumahoe's Wright's Water Gardens, it's making her customers happy that inspires her.
Sanjana, along with husband and head chef Ronesh Ram, purchased the business in October 2016 after falling in love … View more
Sanjana Ram is passionate about people.
For the new owner of Patumahoe's Wright's Water Gardens, it's making her customers happy that inspires her.
Sanjana, along with husband and head chef Ronesh Ram, purchased the business in October 2016 after falling in love with the venue's ...
Find out how a Regional Environment and Natural Heritage Grant could help your group or project.
Applications open 1 August - 10 September
Our $5 Clothing Fill a Bag is back!
Head to The Vintage Store (154 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe) and grab a bag of clothes for just $5.
Sale ends Saturday 5 August.
Dear Neighbours. John Young Furniture would like to invite you to our 3-day direct to public clearance sale on the 4th, 5th and 6th August, 10 am to 4 pm. We are a leading importer and wholesaler of fine furniture. Our samples, seconds, cancelled orders, obsolete stock and end of line pieces would … View moreDear Neighbours. John Young Furniture would like to invite you to our 3-day direct to public clearance sale on the 4th, 5th and 6th August, 10 am to 4 pm. We are a leading importer and wholesaler of fine furniture. Our samples, seconds, cancelled orders, obsolete stock and end of line pieces would look great in your home!
We have more than 1000 pieces to sell - lounge suites, bedroom furniture, dining and occasional. New dining chairs from $30, slat beds from $350. We don't want you to miss out. Absolutely everything MUST GO! Check your local paper for our print press run.
Pop in and see us at 6 Rymer Place, Mangere Bridge, Auckland - 4th, 5th and 6th August. We accept cash, eftpos and most major credit cards. We look forward to seeing you there!
Want to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.
We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the … View moreWant to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.
We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the hospitality industry. You’ll study in a real bar, gain work experience in a real cafe, get lots of support and encouragement from your tutors, and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification.
Courses start in August so get in touch and enrol today!
If you're thinking of starting a new career in the booming construction or trades industry, we may have the perfect course for you. We have three fantastic courses that could set you on course to land your dream job.
Construction Course – This course sets you up to enter the construction… View moreIf you're thinking of starting a new career in the booming construction or trades industry, we may have the perfect course for you. We have three fantastic courses that could set you on course to land your dream job.
Construction Course – This course sets you up to enter the construction industry whilst gaining loads of hands-on, practical experience. What’s more, this course is free for 16-19 year olds, it’s the perfect starting point.
Plumbing and Gasfitting Course – The construction industry is desperate for plumbers and gasfitters and this course is your ticket in!
Painting and Plastering Course – This fun workshop-based course is a great stepping stone to a career as a plasterer or a painter.
The next intake for these courses is this August so hurry and contact us and enrol today!
Hi neighbours – it’s Zain and the team here from Spark Papatoetoe! We’re opening our doors for the first time on Thursday 3 August and have a very special offer for anyone that pops down and signs up to a Spark $59.99 Pay Monthly Mobile Open Plan. You’ll pay just $49.99 per month for 12 … View moreHi neighbours – it’s Zain and the team here from Spark Papatoetoe! We’re opening our doors for the first time on Thursday 3 August and have a very special offer for anyone that pops down and signs up to a Spark $59.99 Pay Monthly Mobile Open Plan. You’ll pay just $49.99 per month for 12 months instead of the usual price, but only on 3 August!
Come down and meet your local Spark team – at Hunters Plaza, 217 Great South Road – to get your hands on this awesome deal and to check out all our other great home and mobile offers. We’d love to meet you.
Zain Haak
Papatoetoe Spark Store Manager
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