Gulf Harbour, Whangaparaoa

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

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2222 days ago

Celebrate the launch of two new Readers Tours with TV Guide!

The Team from Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the NorthView more
For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19th December 2019.
Go into win

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2223 days ago

Lime and Wave e-scooters to be withdrawn from Auckland streets

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Auckland Council has ordered Lime and Wave e-scooters be removed from the streets by December 6.
E-scooter operators Beam, Flamingo, Jump and Neuron have been successful gaining licences for the next six months, and will collectively be allowed 3200 e-scooters on the streets from December 3.
The … View more
Auckland Council has ordered Lime and Wave e-scooters be removed from the streets by December 6.
E-scooter operators Beam, Flamingo, Jump and Neuron have been successful gaining licences for the next six months, and will collectively be allowed 3200 e-scooters on the streets from December 3.
The e-scooters have self-braking abilities when going down hills and would not operate between 1am and 6am.
Do you think these conditions will make e-scooter use safer? What else should be done? Let us know in the comments.

2223 days ago

Festive food perfect for your party!

Northern Foods

Celebrations on your mind? Visit our factory shop at 133 Sunnybrae Road, Hillcrest, and get everything you need for a great Christmas function! You’ll find sharp pricing on our delicious festive selections of Christmas hams and turkeys. Our special deals on party finger foods and desserts are … View moreCelebrations on your mind? Visit our factory shop at 133 Sunnybrae Road, Hillcrest, and get everything you need for a great Christmas function! You’ll find sharp pricing on our delicious festive selections of Christmas hams and turkeys. Our special deals on party finger foods and desserts are sure to get your mouth watering too. You can check out these deals on the flyer attached.

Daily bargains and manufacturing seconds help you throw a party without straining your budget. Let us help you make this Christmas and New Year a special one. Come in and see us weekdays between 9am and 5pm, or on Saturday from 9am to noon.

Click the attached document to download our Christmas Specials.

Campbell McJorrow
Managing Director
Northern Foods (1991 Ltd)
Our delicious range

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Christmas Specials.pdf Download View

2223 days ago

Accountant recommendations please

Sally from Stanmore Bay

Hi there
We are looking for an Accountant to help us get on track with a Trust, will need to be an Independent Trustee and do yearly IRD returns.
Recommendations please - Coast offices preferred :)
Thank

2223 days ago

Recipe: Paris Brest

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

It's time for a delicious Friday Recipe! This recipe makes two small or one large to serve 4 to 6 people. To learn how to make choux pastry, click here.

Ingredients -
Strawberry or cherry cream
2 Tbsp Icing sugar, up to 4 Tbsp
7 Strawberries, or 100g cherries
250 ml Fresh cream, or … View more
It's time for a delicious Friday Recipe! This recipe makes two small or one large to serve 4 to 6 people. To learn how to make choux pastry, click here.

Ingredients -
Strawberry or cherry cream
2 Tbsp Icing sugar, up to 4 Tbsp
7 Strawberries, or 100g cherries
250 ml Fresh cream, or mascarpone
2 Tbsp Berry fruit coulis, see recipe below

Berry fruit coulis
100 g Caster sugar
150 g Frozen berries
100 ml Water

Read the recipe directions and more on the link below!

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2223 days ago

Hibiscus Coast Grey Power Association meeting

Simonne Dyer from Hibiscus Coast Grey Power Association

All seniors welcome to our last meeting for the year in the St John's Catholic Church hall, 180 Centreway Rd, Orewa. Come and hear a talk on the work of the Community Patrol and listen to a fun presentation from Ukulele Union. Afternoon tea to follow:

2223 days ago

Are you affected by this motorway closure?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The southbound lanes of the Northern Motorway (SH1) between Silverdale and Oteha Valley Road will be closed overnight for maintenance and resurfacing for eight nights, starting Monday December 2.

The lanes will be closed from 10pm until 5am on Monday December 2 to Wednesday December 4 and on … View more
The southbound lanes of the Northern Motorway (SH1) between Silverdale and Oteha Valley Road will be closed overnight for maintenance and resurfacing for eight nights, starting Monday December 2.

The lanes will be closed from 10pm until 5am on Monday December 2 to Wednesday December 4 and on Sunday December 8 to Thursday December 12. The Silverdale southbound on-ramp will be closed from 9pm until 5am.

There will be a signposted detour via East Coast Bays Road during the closures. Read more.

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2224 days ago

Friday funny.

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

Because pencils confused him. 2B or not 2B?⁠

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2224 days ago

Poll: What do you think about rodeo?

Denise Piper Reporter from Rodney Times

The Mid Northern Rodeo has been cancelled for 2020, in part because of animal rights activists' discouragement of sponsorship. What do you think about the sport?

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What do you think about rodeo?
  • 26% Saddle me up - I'm all for rodeo
    26% Complete
  • 58% I think rodeo are cruel to animals
    58% Complete
  • 16% I don't have a strong opinion either way
    16% Complete
  • 0% Other (please explain in comment box below)
    0% Complete
50 votes
2224 days ago

A project to transform your home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

Bring your home to life with a hanging plant holder.

It’s a gorgeous way to display your indoor plants.
Use your favourite Resene colours to complement the rest of your home. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick … View more
Bring your home to life with a hanging plant holder.

It’s a gorgeous way to display your indoor plants.
Use your favourite Resene colours to complement the rest of your home. 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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2224 days ago

Have you nominated your community?

Resene

Time is running out to enter your nomination! With just over a week to go, don't miss out on the chance to win enough Resene paint and accessories to colourfully transformed your community.

We've had dozens of entries into the Resene Colour Your Community competition - you can … View more
Time is running out to enter your nomination! With just over a week to go, don't miss out on the chance to win enough Resene paint and accessories to colourfully transformed your community.

We've had dozens of entries into the Resene Colour Your Community competition - you can check them out here.

Now's your final chance to paint a new mural for your community hall, clean up graffiti or refresh your local playground's paint job.
Enter now!

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2224 days ago

Become an early childhood teacher

Ministry Of Education

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for children and young people, with lessons that can seem small, but are significant in terms of their impact.

These are lessons about important life skills such as confidence, identity, respect and persistence.

Become a teacherView more
Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for children and young people, with lessons that can seem small, but are significant in terms of their impact.

These are lessons about important life skills such as confidence, identity, respect and persistence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our children and young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Learn more

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