Freemans Bay, Auckland

1942 days ago

Celebrate Matariki and Auckland's thriving Māori identity!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Hey Central Auckland, did you know that 25% of all New Zealanders who identify as Māori, live in Auckland. Celebrate Matariki and the Māori new year by exploring and participating in Tāmaki Makaurau's unique Māori identity. Discover how local art projects, urban design and this … View moreHey Central Auckland, did you know that 25% of all New Zealanders who identify as Māori, live in Auckland. Celebrate Matariki and the Māori new year by exploring and participating in Tāmaki Makaurau's unique Māori identity. Discover how local art projects, urban design and this year's Matariki Festival are shaping and reflecting your community. Celebrate Matariki

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1942 days ago

Get a Clever Home package.

Genesis Energy

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1943 days ago

Watch as lightning strikes the Sky Tower

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Construction worker Andrew Stanley watched as yesterday's storm neared the Auckland Sky Tower. And then, just after he started filming, lightning struck the tower's highest point. Stanley feared for those inside the tower, but a Sky City spokeswoman said the tower is designed with a … View moreConstruction worker Andrew Stanley watched as yesterday's storm neared the Auckland Sky Tower. And then, just after he started filming, lightning struck the tower's highest point. Stanley feared for those inside the tower, but a Sky City spokeswoman said the tower is designed with a dynasphere to conduct lightning safely.
[Photo credit: North Shore Weather/Facebook]

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1942 days ago

MISSING CAT

Roma from Westmere

MISSING CAT FROM FIFE ST
Kit has been missing fROM around the Westmere area. He is a microchipped black and white DLH. Had just moved from Herne bay and is quite friendly and responds to clicking and his name being called.

Please call or text 02108313625 if you have any details! Thanks so much … View more
MISSING CAT FROM FIFE ST
Kit has been missing fROM around the Westmere area. He is a microchipped black and white DLH. Had just moved from Herne bay and is quite friendly and responds to clicking and his name being called.

Please call or text 02108313625 if you have any details! Thanks so much <3

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1942 days ago

Poetry for Thursday

Andrea from Eden Terrace

You Remind Me Of…
Early morning wakeups with the promise of spring
Hot tea and toast while the radio sings
Cheerful talk and build-ups to what the day will bring
You Remind Me Of These Things

Dark and thundery clouds bursting with the promise of rain
Staying snuggled under the blankets
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You Remind Me Of…
Early morning wakeups with the promise of spring
Hot tea and toast while the radio sings
Cheerful talk and build-ups to what the day will bring
You Remind Me Of These Things

Dark and thundery clouds bursting with the promise of rain
Staying snuggled under the blankets
Playing spotlight in the dark
You Remind Me Of These Things

You, saying you will meet me at the gate, like you did on our first date
Me, calling for a taxi leaving my heart on the floor
As you make your way back to our nest of ruffled feathers
You Remind Me Of These Things

Looking out at a star spangled milky way counting the comets
Wondering which direction our lives will take
As we put our faith in our astrology as did the Kings
You Remind Me Of These Things

Watching the life buzz around us like bees in a hive
Hoping to catch the fragility of love like a bull in a china shop
Haphazardly we step clumsily around our scattered emotions
You Remind Me Of These Things

When at last the sun does settle and winter comes to warm the hearth
And electricity lights what little spark is left in the meter
Damp quickly evaporates and the water runs wherever the path takes it
You Remind Me Of These Things

Back and forth like the hands on a clock
Hide and Show like a Jack in the Box
Murky like a slippery, dark shallow pool of oil
You Remind Me Of These Things

Talking lightly about wills and belongings
Circling like a vulture, to keep ahead of the family
Not aware that the strengths that were void to your gaze
Come back with the glow of a newly ignited fire
You Remind Me Of These Things

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1942 days ago

WATER BLASTER AVAILABLE

Freddie from Westmere

Hi
I’m available to work on your property to make it look clean and safe to walk on during this winter. My services include:

Water Blasting decks, driveways, fences and paths
General Gardening/Labour
Clearing

$25 per hour
Contact Freddie for a free quote
02041669033

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1942 days ago

Poll: Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC data suggests that an increasing number of kids are injuring themselves on the sports field, with a 60% surge in sports-related injuries for kids aged 10 to 14 over the past decade.

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Are some kids playing too much sport these days?
  • 18.2% Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
    18.2% Complete
  • 32.5% Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
    32.5% Complete
  • 49.3% No, it’s more important kids are active
    49.3% Complete
1219 votes
1942 days ago

Fresh Pasta Festival

I Love Ponsonby

Love pasta? Get ready to fall for SPQR Cafe & Bar's "Romeo + Juliet Fresh Pasta Festival" in association with Pasqua wines. Indulge in six expertly crafted fresh pasta dishes, with Pasqua wine matches, throughout June & July. <3

#ILovePonsonby

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1942 days ago

The hunt is on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this month's magazine, we've got a special competition. We're looking for a houseplant hero! We're already seeing some amazing early bird entries, but perhaps your collection is even better? Let's see! Click through to find out how to enter.

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1944 days ago

The view from inside Auckland's 'secret' underground tunnel

Nicole Lawton Reporter from Central Leader

Move over CRL - Did you know that central Auckland already has an underground rail tunnel? It's dark, cold and lonely down there but funnily enough, it's responsible for just about a quarter of the city's power needs - giving warmth and light to thousands above.

Please add NP if you… View more
Move over CRL - Did you know that central Auckland already has an underground rail tunnel? It's dark, cold and lonely down there but funnily enough, it's responsible for just about a quarter of the city's power needs - giving warmth and light to thousands above.

Please add NP if you do not wish for your comment to be in print.

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