Parrot type bird flying free around Chelsea View Dr area
Hi - I keep seeing quite a large parrot type bird flying along the valley above Chelsea View Drive (I'm up on Balmain Road looking down) - it then heads off towards the primary school as far as I can tell. It calls sort of like a parrot and it's dark coloured, although I mostly see it almost in silouette, so can't see exactly what colour it is. I saw it today in profile as it flew and it's got a big hooked beak and it actually looked like a kea. Has anyone else seen it, or know if it belongs to someone or where it might have come from? There are no large pet birds listed as missing on the internet that match.
On doing a bit more research just now I wonder if it's a kaka. I hope someone can confirm!
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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75.8% Yes
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22.8% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Bokashi bucket composting workshop @ Glenfield Library
Don't miss Glenfield Library's Bokashi bucket composting workshop tomorrow, 2:00 - 3:30 PM. Make your own DIY Bokashi bucket to take home or surprise a loved one with a unique Christmas gift.
All participants get a discount voucher to use towards a composting system.
Register for the workshop via bit.ly...
This course is proudly supported by Auckland Council and delivered by the Compost Collective.
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