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2855 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These 5 amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote … View moreWe need your help! These 5 amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Tuesday 13th March.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!
  • 42.1% Samaritans
    42.1% Complete
  • 14.8% Brake (road safety charity)
    14.8% Complete
  • 23.1% Maketu Volunteer Coastguard
    23.1% Complete
  • 10.6% Canterbury Men's Centre
    10.6% Complete
  • 9.3% Matariki Stars Community Charitable Trust
    9.3% Complete
977 votes
2855 days ago

Poll: Would you join SKY if it costs you under $25 a month?

Reporter Stuff

Hi Auckland,
In a bid to attract new customers, SKY TV has created a cheaper Sky Basic package for $24.91 a month. We're curious to know if you'd be tempted by the offer. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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Would you join SKY if it costs you under $25 a month?
  • 50% Yes I would - that's far cheaper
    50% Complete
  • 0% No, it's still too expensive
    0% Complete
  • 16.7% No, I prefer Netflix and TVNZ OnDemand
    16.7% Complete
  • 33.3% It's too little, too late to tempt me
    33.3% Complete
12 votes
2855 days ago

AK Have your say

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. #akhaveyoursay

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2856 days ago

Annabel Langbein's productive lakeside Wanaka plot

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello there gardeners, whatever your gardening goal, there's lots of inspiration to be found in Annabel's garden. Plus, well, it's just beautiful.

2856 days ago

Neighbours lodge opposition to seasonal worker complex

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Residents say plans to house 240 seasonal workers at a custom-built complex in Blenheim could be a "disaster" - what do you think?

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2856 days ago

Homes available now at Parklane Village!

Arena Living

Come and see our units, available for immediate possession, at our Open Day this Friday 2 March, 10am - 1pm. All homes are beautifully remodelled to the highest standard and are set within a warm, welcoming and secure community. Make the most of this rare opportunity and visit us on Friday to find … View moreCome and see our units, available for immediate possession, at our Open Day this Friday 2 March, 10am - 1pm. All homes are beautifully remodelled to the highest standard and are set within a warm, welcoming and secure community. Make the most of this rare opportunity and visit us on Friday to find out what makes Parklane special.

106 Becroft Drive, Forrest Hill - take a tour and then stay for a chat and a cuppa. For more information please call Laura on 0800 774 635 or visit www.ArenaLiving.nz
Find out more

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2856 days ago

Improve your cashflow

BNZ

Want to keep your cashflow flowing? As a small business owner you know just how vital it can be for your success. To help you keep the money moving smoothly, check out these 5 helpful tips designed to help maintain a good cashflow outlook. Find out more

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2856 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Community Project Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These 5 wonderful Community Project applicants are finalists in the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Community Project on how your support will help them - and then cast your… View moreWe need your help! These 5 wonderful Community Project applicants are finalists in the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Community Project on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Tuesday 13th March.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Community Project Finalists!
  • 16.9% 1. Mt Pleasant Memorial Community Centre and Residents assoc Inc - Christchurch
    16.9% Complete
  • 15.6% 2. Funding for a Muriwai Bus Shelter - West Auckland
    15.6% Complete
  • 31.9% 3. No One Ever Stands Alone - South Auckland
    31.9% Complete
  • 12% 4. Khandallah Community Gardens - Wellington
    12% Complete
  • 23.6% 5. Little Sprouts Kapiti - Wellington
    23.6% Complete
1141 votes
2856 days ago

Heritage grant helps restore family memorials

Communications Team from Auckland Council

With the 2018 heritage grants open for applicants, we chat to last years' grant recipients and see where their heritage project is now.

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2857 days ago

Relaxation through the traditional Chinese mind-body practice of Qigong

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

What is your favourite way to unwind and relax?
In an age of hyper-connectivity, a Marlborough based acupuncturist is helping people relearn the art of relaxation through the traditional Chinese mind-body practice of Qigong.

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2857 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...

2857 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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2857 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
2857 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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2858 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.
Find out more

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