Summer Fun at the Village!
Step back in time and soak up summer's beauty in the Village gardens, blooming with cottage flowers! With plenty of room for distancing in the idyllic outdoor setting, make a day of it. Bring a picnic or pick-up something from the Homestead Café. Explore the heritage buildings and learn about the lives of early Auckland settlers.
There was always work to be done! Help the Villagers with their chores at the following times in February :
· Feed the Chooks 10:45
· Butter making Wednesdays 11am
· Wash Day Sundays 11am
With outdoor games and crafts everyday!
Admission: adult $16, child (over 5) $8, child (under 5) free, senior/student $12. OR receive 30-50% off vouchers on Bookme (www.bookme.co.nz) as part of Auckland Unlimited's 'Reactivate Tāmaki Makaurau' (www.aucklandnz.com...)
No booking required but activities (except for chicken feeding) are limited to 15 participants. Free but donations are welcome, or support us through gift shop purchases.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.8% Small fireworks displays in each community
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8% Keep it as is
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32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.3% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!
What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.