Volunteers work for decades to restore historic ferry next to motorway
Kia ora neighbours, a team of volunteers working on a historic steam ferry that’s been sitting by the Northwestern motorway for more than 20 years hope to see it back on the Waitematā Harbour.
Motorists using the Lincoln Rd interchange in Henderson will be familiar with the sight of the 40-metre steam ferry, called Toroa, sitting on Selwood Rd.
The Toroa ferry dates back to 1925, and was once used to take people between downtown Auckland and Devonport. It carried up to 20,000 people a day, and is the only remaining intact ship from its fleet.
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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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76.3% Yes
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22.3% 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.
Chrstmas light show
Hi everyone.
I have put my Xmas lights up and am currently doing the final testing.
This is an animated show set to music, so drive by viewing is not the best.
There are speakers out so you will be able to hear the music that goes with the lights.
As last year, I will have my shows running from 1st of December until 31st of Dec inclusive.
As I have neighbours, Please respect them and their properties.
Show times will be,
Sunday to Thursday 9pm to 10pm.
Friday and Saturday 9pm to 10:30pm.
Last but not least the address.
28 Harrington Rd
Henderson.