Ceroc le French jive ... the easy accessable partner dance for all ages.
 
Come along and learn this popular dance at one of our many clubs across the land. We promise to have you dancing in no time and everyone just laughs and has a good time.

Nearly 18 months ago the Living Room opened its doors to the good people of Ponsonby. Now we're pleased to say that in April we can offer a second location - 178 Hurstmere Road Takapuna, with the same fine wine and cuisine culture.

As part of our expansion we are also re-branding, so from March 1st we'll be known as The Grange.  If you mention our new name at the bar in Ponsonby between March 8th & 15th, we'll toast you with a complimentary glass of champagne.

Adult fleas spend only 10% of their time on a cat or dog to feed, the rest of their day consists of running around your floors, carpets or lawns. This leads to the common statement; “but I haven’t seen any fleas on him” ….. doesn’t mean anything.

Now, doing some math’s, for every adult flea you find on “Old Yella” we’ve now got another 9 adults in your home and 190 juveniles busy developing at light speed in their ideal climate of 28 degrees and high humidity, i.e. February in Auckland.

The other big reason to wipe out each and every one of these parasites is that many cats and dogs are allergic to the bite, to the flea saliva. In these individuals a couple of bites will cause a massive hypersensitivity reaction leading to self mutilation.

In the current climate many clients are finding the need to apply good safe topical flea products at least every 4 weeks (sometimes every 2 to 3), the flea burden being massive at present. Be aware you will need some really effective vet only treatment to do the job properly and fleas have developed resistance to many other older products. These newer drugs are very safe, some cleverly work by spreading along the skin oil layers and are never absorbed into the animals body, and target insects very specifically.

Certainly this regime can then be extended out to every 2 months during the winter for animals without allergic conditions.

Don’t let your pets suffer with these critters, don’t let them get established in your home, seek your vets help to hit ‘em now and hit ‘em hard.

Happy “bug” hunting, Dr Alex Melrose. BVSC MRCVS.

VetCare Grey Lynn
408 Great North Road, Grey Lynn | p: 09 361 3500
www.vetcare.net.nz | alex@vetcare.net.nz

Auckland | February 22nd - 24th

As one of Auckland's most popular summer events, the ninth Lantern Festival will feature hundreds of beautiful lanterns, including brand new designs from China, to bring Chinese New Year celebrations to a glowing finale. There will be performers from New Zealand and overseas as well as crafts, fortune-telling, fireworks and martial arts displays. 

Check out the programme of performances.

Auckland | February 23rd

Auckland city will be bathed with music and light at this year's SkyCity Starlight Symphony at the Auckland Domain on Saturday, 23 February from 7.30pm to 10.15pm.

The entertaiment includes Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, classical singer Will Martin, the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, the SkyCity massed choir and talented instrumentalists from around the country. The council-supported event features classical music favourites, a spectacular laser light show and a fireworks finale. Volunteers will be collecting a gold coin donation on the night to support Kidz First Children's Hospital.

For more information, visit the website or phone 379 2020.

Auckland | February 27th

Cycling is a fun and healthy way to get around the city. Our Go by bike breakfast is for all levels, from first time and occasional bikers through to recreational cyclists and seasoned commuters.

Celebrate cycling by coming down to Aotea Square for a free cyclists' breakfast and a free bicycle health check. You will meet other cyclists and be recognised for your contribution to a sustainable Auckland city.

There's a bike to win, plus heaps of spot prizes and goodie bags for all.

Auckland | February 28th

Bring your bike, helmet and a picnic!

This is a fun evening for kids, promoting cycle safety during National Bike Wise Week.

There will be live music, obstacle courses, free bike and helmet checks and special bike activities with great prizes to be won.

Children under five will be guided through a special obstacle course with the magic and fun of Fairy Clare.

Auckland | February 29th - March 5th

Auckland City proud to sponsor the inaugural BMW Auckland Regatta Week. This is a new sailing event and it will be held from 29 February to 5 March 2008.

RNZYS and BBYC have combined resources to create BMW Auckland Regatta Week which is an extension of the existing Motuihe Regatta.

Auckland | February 29th

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki will close for development on Friday, 29 February 2008.

Changes include new learning and classroom spaces, an expanded auditorium, a larger research library, members lounge and dedicated function facilities.

Hamilton | February 29th

Join Riichi Yamauchi and Kenji Furutate for an intimate evening of taiko, shamisen and other traditional Japanese instruments. This will be taiko like you've never seen it - up close and personal with two expert artists.

Summer | Wellington

Wellington | February 21st - 24th

Christchurch | February 22nd - March 1st

Christchurch, the Garden City of New Zealand, once again will host the Festival of Flowers in 2008 - organised by the Christchurch Garden City Trust.

Every year, the Festival attracts thousands of residents, national visitors and overseas tourists to relish a spectacular array of events including the internationally acclaimed Christ Church Cathedral Floral Carpet and Wearable Flowers Parades, the Prize-Winning Garden Tours and much more...

Whitianga | Easter

Being a part of the  Byron Bay Bluesfest circuit for 2008 has afforded New Zealand the rare opportunity to place together on one show some of the planet's greatest talent in the blues and  roots  genres with a wealth of music to further entertain live performance aficionados.

Once again, it’s shaping up to be a bill with something for everyone – a rich collection of local and global heavy hitters spanning everything from vintage blues and soul, through to, fusion, swing, R&B, swamp rock, folk, alt-country, indie rock and much, much more.

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