
Three recycling truck fires in three weeks in Auckland
Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has issued a warning to residents about disposing hazardous waste proper after three recycling trucks in Ōtara, Lynfield and Sunnynook. Gas cooker canisters or lighter fluid cans may have been responsible for one of the fires. Another led to 6 tonnes of recyclable material going to landfill. The story below has some tips for people who aren't sure how to dispose of products including paint, gas cylinders and batteries.


Poll: Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?
With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.
If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?

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85.2% Yes, it's decreased
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12.1% Nope
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2.7% Other - I'll share below

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Here to Help Your Garden Thrive! 🌸
Easter weekend is just around the corner 🐣🌿 A perfect time to relax, enjoy the garden, and start thinking about a little refresh or tidy-up as we head into late Autumn. 🍂
Whether it's a post-Easter garden clean-up, seasonal planting, pruning, mulching, or veggie patch prep, I’ve got you covered! Here's what I can offer:
✅ Regular garden maintenance
✅ Weeding & pruning
✅ Line trimming
✅ Seasonal planting & flower bed care
✅ Garden tidy-ups
✅ Friendly advice to keep your garden happy year-round
Also looking to offer:
✅ Lawn mowing & care
Whether you need a one-off tidy or ongoing care, I'm here to help – always with a smile 😊
Send a message if your garden could use a bit of love!
— Amy 🌼