Wade Heads, Whangaparaoa

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2249 days ago

Warmer weather means you'll be seeing more of us out and about in the community. 😎👋

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Great to see Neighbourhood Support members in Hamilton, Ashburton and Rodney this month helping neighbours get better connected, supported and prepared.

From our whare to yours, wishing everyone a safe and fun Labour Day weekend ahead!

2249 days ago

Free Community Talk: Smart Aging - A Beginners Guide to Maturity

Ruth Goodenough from Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church

Free Community Talk Invitation
We have had an overwhelming response from the community who have loved the free community talks on a variety of subjects.

You are invited and most welcome to join us this coming Tuesday for a cuppa and a chat with Dr Peter Hall and Michelle Youngs. Bring a … View more
Free Community Talk Invitation
We have had an overwhelming response from the community who have loved the free community talks on a variety of subjects.

You are invited and most welcome to join us this coming Tuesday for a cuppa and a chat with Dr Peter Hall and Michelle Youngs. Bring a friend.


Smart Aging - A Beginner’s Guide to Maturity

Dealing with the stuff that affects body and soul to live life to the full!

By Dr Peter Hall & Michelle Youngs

All welcome

Tuesday, 29 October 10am – 11.30am

Cost: free (but Koha appreciated)

Refreshments served

Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church

107 Centreway Road

Orewa


Enquiries: Church Office 09 426 4502 or Gaynor 027 274 2435


Peter Hall has been a local GP on the Coast since 1987 and works at Family Doctors. He says he is aging with his patients and trying to age with patience and positivity!


Michelle Youngs is a Lecturer/Educator in Counselling and is a local Counsellor on the coast and enjoys engaging with people of all ages. Helping people walk through life as they face challenges such as depression, anxiety giving them skills to cope with the unexpected.

Next Month’s Community talk:

Wed 27th November: Coping with Grief at holiday time

2249 days ago

Special prices for our special editions!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird … View moreYou'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird price of $11.90 each - that's a 25% savings off the retail price of $15.90 (offer will end when they hit the newsstands next month). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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2249 days ago

Find instant savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View more
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.

The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?

Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
Find out more

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2249 days ago

The Chalet official opening

Snowplanet Snowplanet

The Chalet official opening will be on the night of 25th October. The décor and style is that of a Swiss Stubli, which is a stand-alone, cosy, cottage-style exclusive dining facility made from 100% recycled timber throughout. The menu is fine dining new Zealand cuisine, up to 5 courses.

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The Chalet official opening will be on the night of 25th October. The décor and style is that of a Swiss Stubli, which is a stand-alone, cosy, cottage-style exclusive dining facility made from 100% recycled timber throughout. The menu is fine dining new Zealand cuisine, up to 5 courses.

Highlights include - Matakana Oysters, Bavette of Wagyu Beef and Bitter Chocolate Tart

The Chalet is fully licensed, located within Snowplanet and will run a separate menu to 7Summits restaurant & bar. It will be open 5pm to 9pm Tuesday to Sunday, offering a full table service.

We are happy to assist you with any enquiry:
Phone: 09 427 0044
91 Small Road, Silverdale, Auckland
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2250 days ago

Looking for Pullets

Kim from Silverdale

Looking for pullets for my 12 year old son please? He incubated some eggs but only got roosters! He is wanting to grow his flock of chooks😊
Many thanks:)

2250 days ago

Free family events at the Viaduct this weekend!

The Team from Auckland Museum

This Labour Weekend, the Museum is coming to you at the Viaduct Harbour! As part of Tuia 250 commemorations, we’re offering a range of amazing, hands-on free experiences sure to delight the whole family, from Friday until Monday.

Ata Hira Museum on the Move: Voyage to Aotearoa, our pop-up … View more
This Labour Weekend, the Museum is coming to you at the Viaduct Harbour! As part of Tuia 250 commemorations, we’re offering a range of amazing, hands-on free experiences sure to delight the whole family, from Friday until Monday.

Ata Hira Museum on the Move: Voyage to Aotearoa, our pop-up museum, is a fun, interactive exhibition for kids that explores Tupaia’s life in Tahiti, on board the Endeavour and in his arrival to Aotearoa. Find out more here: www.aucklandmuseum.com...

We’ll also have Native Edible Gardens – Children’s Art Interactive, where kids can cut out their own edible/medicinal native flora from the selection of templates, puzzle them together, colour them in and add them to our Native Forest. There will be guest speakers at various times, offering talks plant taste tests. Find out more here: www.aucklandmuseum.com...

The Viaduct Harbour will be abuzz as the Tuia 250 waka flotilla arrives, with concerts, kai and plenty more happening. If you’re in Tāmaki Makaurau this weekend, make sure to come and check it out!

Many thanks to our Tahitian Community and Iwi partners for their contribution, participation and support of Ata Hira: Voyage to Aotearoa:

Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust
Ngati Hei
Ngā Uri o Tahuhunui o Rangi
Ngāti Oneone
Te Aitanga a Hauiti
Ngare Raumati
Te Ātiawa

We would like to acknowledge the on-going support of our Taumata-a-Iwi - Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, Ngāti Paoa and Waikato-Tainui.

2250 days ago

Updated: Firefighters dampen hot spots

The Team from Auckland Council

The fire at the New Zealand International Convention Centre on Hobson Street in central Auckland is moving into a new phase on Thursday, with fire crews still actively managing the fire.

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2250 days ago

Rebus Puzzles

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

How many of these puzzles can you solve?

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2250 days ago

Enjoy 50% off UberX with SkyBus.

SkyBus Airport Express

SkyBus and Uber are trialling a promotion that makes it even more affordable to get to the Airport, or head home, from the North Shore.

Purchase a North Harbour Express ticket online and you’ll receive a 50% discount* on your connecting trip with UberX. SkyBus drops you off or picks you up, … View more
SkyBus and Uber are trialling a promotion that makes it even more affordable to get to the Airport, or head home, from the North Shore.

Purchase a North Harbour Express ticket online and you’ll receive a 50% discount* on your connecting trip with UberX. SkyBus drops you off or picks you up, at one of our three North Harbour stops for only $24, and ride with UberX the rest of the way.

Easy. Affordable. Reliable. That’s how SkyBus and UberX roll. That’s how SkyBus and UberX roll. Get tickets at skybus.co.nz/offers/uber

*See website for full terms and conditions
Book now

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2250 days ago

Is life insurance for me?

Cigna NZ

We know life insurance is important, but we often put it off thinking we’ll get to it later.

Everyone’s circumstances are different. However, there are important life stages where you may want to consider life insurance:
● wedding planning
● having a child
● buying a house
● … View more
We know life insurance is important, but we often put it off thinking we’ll get to it later.

Everyone’s circumstances are different. However, there are important life stages where you may want to consider life insurance:
● wedding planning
● having a child
● buying a house
● writing a will

Until 31 November 2019, if you take out a Cigna LifeOne policy and you’ll receive $150 credit towards your premium payments.
Schedule a call with Cigna for a personalised quote and to talk through your options.

SCHEDULE A CALL

$150.00 policy credit applied after three months of premium payments. Terms and conditions apply. See www.cigna.co.nz/stuff for more information.
Schedule a Call

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2251 days ago

Why Wait October Specials $99

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2251 days ago

Updated: Fire crews expected to work throughout Wednesday

The Team from Auckland Council

Fire and Emergency New Zealand continues to work on the fire at the New Zealand International Convention Centre on Hobson Street and expects to continue working throughout the day.

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2251 days ago

Free Community Talk: Smart Aging - A Beginners Guide to Maturity

Ruth Goodenough from Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church

Free Community Talk Invitation
We have had an overwhelming response from the community who have loved the free community talks on a variety of subjects.

You are invited and most welcome to join us this coming Tuesday for a cuppa and a chat with Dr Peter Hall and Michelle Youngs. Bring a … View more
Free Community Talk Invitation
We have had an overwhelming response from the community who have loved the free community talks on a variety of subjects.

You are invited and most welcome to join us this coming Tuesday for a cuppa and a chat with Dr Peter Hall and Michelle Youngs. Bring a friend.


Smart Aging - A Beginner’s Guide to Maturity
Dealing with the stuff that affects body and soul to live life to the full!
By Dr Peter Hall & Michelle Youngs
All welcome
Tuesday, 29 October 10am – 11.30am
Cost: free (but Koha appreciated)
Refreshments served
Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church
107 Centreway Road
Orewa

Enquiries: Church Office 09 426 4502 or Gaynor 027 274 2435

Peter Hall has been a local GP on the Coast since 1987 and works at Family Doctors. He says he is aging with his patients and trying to age with patience and positivity!

Michelle Youngs is a Lecturer/Educator in Counselling and is a local Counsellor on the coast and enjoys engaging with people of all ages. Helping people walk through life as they face challenges such as depression, anxiety giving them skills to cope with the unexpected.
Next Month’s Community talk:
Wed 27th November: Coping with Grief at holiday time

2251 days ago

SkyCity fire update - traffic, road closures and bus disruptions

Neighbourly.co.nz

The SkyCity fire is continuing to burn on Wednesday morning - with severe gales and rain forecast. There have been major road closures and bus timetable changes. Make sure you're up to date with the latest:

TRAFFIC: Due to major traffic delays expected in central Auckland, we are advising … View more
The SkyCity fire is continuing to burn on Wednesday morning - with severe gales and rain forecast. There have been major road closures and bus timetable changes. Make sure you're up to date with the latest:

TRAFFIC: Due to major traffic delays expected in central Auckland, we are advising Aucklanders to avoid unnecessary travel into the city centre," says Auckland Transport spokesperson John Nottage.
"If you can work from home or from a non-central location, or start work later in the day, we recommend you do so. More updates here.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Auckland Transport says detours are affecting the NX2 22A, 22N, 22R, 221X, 223X, 24B, 24R, 24W, 243X, 248X, 82, 802, 923, 75, 18, 151X, 171X, 172X, 195X, 209, 105, 106, 110, 125X, 129, 132, 132X, 133, 133X, 134 InnerLink and OuterLink bus services. There are also changes to bus stops.

-The SkyCity carpark was expected to open this morning and customers whose cars were stuck in the carpark on Tuesday night wouldn't be charged for the extra day.

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