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Habitat Hobsonville seeks new coordinator
Habitat Hobsonville has grown over the last two years into a successful community group that makes a significant positive impact on the environment around Hobsonville (including Scott Pt and Ockleston Landing). Habitat Hobsonville has a regular programme of activities including weeding bees, trapping predators and planting natives. The group now needs a new coordinator to lead, measure and communicate the activities and outcomes of the group.
The role is flexible, self-managed and averages 3 to 5 days per month. The coordinator is supported by Auckland Council with training workshops, resources, advice and a grant for wages. If you would like to know more please email habitathobsonville@gmail.com or ph 027 221 3121.
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.
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% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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21.3% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.5% Keep it as is
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31.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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11.2% Anything but fireworks
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0.5% Other - I'll share below
FREE Glaucoma NZ public symposium
Come along to the Glaucoma NZ ‘Love your eyes’ Symposium in North Auckland– a free event for the local community. Register to attend right now.
This is your chance to learn more about glaucoma from Ophthalmologist Mark Donaldson and Optometrist Germaine Joblin. Hear about the latest treatments and surgeries. And what you need to know about glaucoma tests and eye drops. Have a question about glaucoma? Get it answered during the event Q&A time.
Morning tea will follow question time. Feel free to bring a friend or family member. Save your seat by registering online now.