Onehunga, Auckland

Are you obsessed with your houseplants? Enter our Houseplant Hero competition!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what … View moreThe hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what you love about them. Send us up to five photos of your indoor plant displays. Email mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Meanwhile, here's last year's winner Alyce Read, from Nelson.

Moving and Delivery Services

Devan from Smart Express Limited

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Mentorship for Children

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

Mentorship helps children to remove limiting beliefs, build confidence and develop communication skills. At NumberWorks’nWords, our tutors act as mentors and support students to achieve their best results. Scroll through to see some of the benefits of having a mentor!

To learn more about … View moreMentorship helps children to remove limiting beliefs, build confidence and develop communication skills. At NumberWorks’nWords, our tutors act as mentors and support students to achieve their best results. Scroll through to see some of the benefits of having a mentor!

To learn more about NumberWorks’nWords tuition, get in touch with your local centre and their friendly team of expert tutors.

Found white rabbit with some black markings

Hazel from Onehunga

Ok we've seen a fairly tame white rabbit near 34 Torrance Street outside - can't catch it, keeps on hiding under cars ? Midday 22/05/22.

Found Cat

Fipe from Epsom

***UPDATE***
OWNERS FOUND🥳🥳🥳


27-05-2022 ***UPDATE***
We collected a pet cage from The Vets yesterday so we can take it and have it checked for a microchip. Unfortunately, we were unable to capture it, as soon as it saw the cage, it would escape.
Question: would any good neighbour own a … View more***UPDATE***
OWNERS FOUND🥳🥳🥳


27-05-2022 ***UPDATE***
We collected a pet cage from The Vets yesterday so we can take it and have it checked for a microchip. Unfortunately, we were unable to capture it, as soon as it saw the cage, it would escape.
Question: would any good neighbour own a scanner, live nearby that could instead come to my place and scan it for a microchip? The cat is quite friendly and it loves pats but it just freaked out as soon as it saw the pet cage😔

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Please message me if he/ she belongs to you.

'We are so sad': Parents of missing French teen Eloi Rolland search for answers in NZ

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

French teen Eloi Rolland, who has been missing in Auckland since March 2020, told his family he wanted to bring them to New Zealand.

More than two years after his disappearance, his parents Thierry and Catherine Rolland have finally arrived from France.

They do not know what happened to their … View moreFrench teen Eloi Rolland, who has been missing in Auckland since March 2020, told his family he wanted to bring them to New Zealand.

More than two years after his disappearance, his parents Thierry and Catherine Rolland have finally arrived from France.

They do not know what happened to their son, and they’re desperate for answers.

“We don’t know what’s happened,” Catherine said. “We realise he is perhaps in another place.”

But the couple remain hopeful that Eloi is alive and well and said they would always be there for him.

Click 'read more' for the full story on Stuff.

Do you want to grow chokos?

Ellis from One Tree Hill

I have many chokos that are sprouting now and are ready for planting. Very easy to grow and die down in winter,

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Pink Shirt Day

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

In Aotearoa New Zealand, Pink Shirt Day works to create schools, workplaces, communities, and whānau where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. At NumberWorks'nWords, we do not tolerate bullying and strive to cultivate healthy learning environments, where students can be themselves and… View moreIn Aotearoa New Zealand, Pink Shirt Day works to create schools, workplaces, communities, and whānau where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. At NumberWorks'nWords, we do not tolerate bullying and strive to cultivate healthy learning environments, where students can be themselves and thrive.

Support Pink Shirt Day and say NO to bullying!

Media disenchantment...(The Platform 6th May).

Dianne from Onehunga

Exactly what motivated New Zealand's mainstream media chief's to help destroy their most valuable asset-trust in their editorial independance-by accepting a share of $55million in govt cash, WITH strings attached, remains a mystery given the obvious pitfalls. Journalists are being told: … View moreExactly what motivated New Zealand's mainstream media chief's to help destroy their most valuable asset-trust in their editorial independance-by accepting a share of $55million in govt cash, WITH strings attached, remains a mystery given the obvious pitfalls. Journalists are being told: 'Toe the line on He Puapua and the prescribed interpretation of the Treaty (ie as we see it) or else you won't get funding.
Graham Adams' poll in 'The Platform' shows how badly the $55M media fund has damaged public trust.....and not one of the big outlets printed the poll results!!....surprised?....

COMMERCIAL CLEANERS WANTED

Larrie Newman from Clear Protect Group

We are an expanding business currently looking for cleaning staff at one of our sites, in Mangere near the airport. Day and night shifts available. Free parking onsite (no public transport to site). We also have shifts available at other sites. Paying above the living wage. Email your CV with a … View moreWe are an expanding business currently looking for cleaning staff at one of our sites, in Mangere near the airport. Day and night shifts available. Free parking onsite (no public transport to site). We also have shifts available at other sites. Paying above the living wage. Email your CV with a cover letter to margaret@clearprotect.co.nz.
Clear Protect Group : www.clearprotect.co.nz....

Candle creations

The Team from Resene ColorShop Onehunga

Who would have thought pine chair feet could make such an amazing addition to your home décor? Painting these with Resene testpots and stacking them to make contemporary candle holders is a breeze.

Find out how to create your own.

Become a Web Developer with Vision!

Vision College

Thinking about a career in IT as a Web Developer? Our NZ Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) will teach you how to develop great websites in just one year! This programme will give you the development and design skills you need to make your mark in an exciting industry.

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Venetian Blinds: An ageless classic that remains popular

Ven-lu-ree Blind Services

The venetian blinds are ageless classic that remains exceptionally popular in today-s contemporary settings. Boosting this recent popularity is the extensive colour range available — over 50 colour variations are available in the 25mm range! Plus white, cream and silver options available in the … View moreThe venetian blinds are ageless classic that remains exceptionally popular in today-s contemporary settings. Boosting this recent popularity is the extensive colour range available — over 50 colour variations are available in the 25mm range! Plus white, cream and silver options available in the 50mm slat range.

We manufacture have one of the thickest gauge slats on the market, so you can expect a longer life from our blinds. As with all our blinds, we custom make our Venetians to your specific requirements ensuring a perfect fit and appearance.

Shipping a small gift overseas

Jodie from Onehunga

Hi , I want to send a small light gift to Thailand. Does anyone know of a cheaper solution than using the NZ post?

Variety fears for kids this winter.

Variety

Ben sleeps on a mouldy mattress on the floor. 1 in 10 Kiwi kids in our poorest communities don’t have their own bed, which puts them at risk from life-threatening illnesses like rheumatic fever.

During winter, a bed is a sanctuary from the cold – and diseases that come with it. A bed for … View moreBen sleeps on a mouldy mattress on the floor. 1 in 10 Kiwi kids in our poorest communities don’t have their own bed, which puts them at risk from life-threatening illnesses like rheumatic fever.

During winter, a bed is a sanctuary from the cold – and diseases that come with it. A bed for Ben, and tamariki like him, would mean a warm and good night's sleep so they can stay healthy and concentrate at school.

With your support, we aim to provide 1,100 children with beds and warm bedding. Donate today to provide beds and bedding for Kiwi kids. Find out more