Keeping it Local: supporting our local businesses

The Fringe wants to help our businesses and community groups recover from the stresses of lockdown and makes space on these pages available for advertisers and non-commercial organisations, at no charge. To be included in our next issue, email info@fringemedia. co.nz before October 15.

The drainage troubleshooters

Drain Ranger is your local drain repair expert, offering solutions for all your drainage needs. We’re certifying drainlayers that have been servicing your area for over 20 years, providing good, honest service at reasonable prices.

You have your teeth and your vehicles serviced and maintained regularly. Your drains shouldn’t be treated any differently. A quick Hydro-Jett keeps your drains in good health, mitigating any flooding issues.

As much as we love our trees, they can cause drainage issues and we’ve seen a lot of blocked drains this year. With this unusually dry winter, trees are digging deeper into our drains, looking for water for survival. Tree roots are infiltrating lots of properties. When you look at a tree on your property, you have to imagine that the width of its root span is the same as the height of the tree.

If you experience regular smelly or blocked toilets or sinks, give us a call. We’ll come out and Hydro-Jett your sanitary sewer and stormwater drains getting rid of the build up of debris and tree infiltration.

Drain Ranger does everything from drain plotting, channel drains, installation and maintenance, water tanks, septic tanks and reports, drain unblocking, Hydro-Jetting, CCTV, stormwater, sanitary sewer connections, new builds and repairs. Contact us on 021 709 783.

Typical footage of a blocked drain

On Sunday October 18, Waitākere Resort & Spa is going pink for the day, including a unique Pink High Tea, to support the Breast Cancer Foundation.

High teas are a popular option at the hotel and run every Sunday, 2-4pm. Sitting in the dining room enjoying spectacular views across the ranges and out to the Hauraki Gulf, while dining on sweet and savoury delicacies, is the perfect way to spend time with a group of friends or family on a relaxed Sunday afternoon.

This special fundraising event includes the option to have a glass of pink bubbles instead of the usual tea or coffee and $10 of the ticket price will go towards the Cancer Foundation. Bookings are essential and should be made by calling 814 9622 or emailing events@ waitakereresort.co.nz

The hotel restaurant is also open for lunch at the weekends and dinner every evening and provides sophisticated and delicious menus prepared from fresh local produce catering to a wide variety of occasions. From private dining, to engagement parties, birthdays, club dinners, festive events and family celebrations, the hotel’s events team will ensure that your dining experience is truly memorable. Nestled amongst native forest, relax in peace and quiet as you indulge yourself in premium New Zealand cuisine matched with outstanding local and international wines. Festive dining menus are now available at https://www.waitakereresort.co.nz.

Proudly Supporting our Local Community

The merged practices of Thomas & Co Lawyers Ltd and Titirangi Law Centre are able to meet your every legal requirement.

Ray Ganda and Don Thomas have many years of experience working in the Titirangi and New Lynn areas. Now, along with the Directors and staff of the combined practices, a wider range of skills and resources is offered. See our website, www.thomas.co.nz, for more details of our history and personnel. We continue to maintain and improve our level of service for our community and clients. There is always someone here with the necessary knowledge and experience to assist with any legal matters that might arise. Give us a call, or come in and visit us. We welcome enquiries and are happy to answer any questions. Details of our office location and on-site parking can be found on our website. We have lift access and are also handy to the Bus/ Train Interchange. Visiting our offices is convenient and easy.

2nd Floor, 3 Totara Avenue, New Lynn (09) 827 5907 www.thomas.co.nz