Saint Marys Bay, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1012 days ago

Hidden Treasures! 🎁

Graeme Dingle Foundation

With multiple fundraising events cancelled over the past few years, we have decided to get creative and ask you to have a hunt for your Hidden Treasures!

We want you to find new or near new items around the house such as an old iPhone sitting in a drawer - any goodies we could sell to raise … View more
With multiple fundraising events cancelled over the past few years, we have decided to get creative and ask you to have a hunt for your Hidden Treasures!

We want you to find new or near new items around the house such as an old iPhone sitting in a drawer - any goodies we could sell to raise money for the Foundation. Send us a message or head to our website with the goodies you have found and we'll help with the rest!

Shoutout to Trade Me who has come on board and waived all the success fees for this fundraiser - every little bit counts! 💚

If you want to find out more, click on the link below!

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1013 days ago

FREE IRONING BOARD

Helena from Morningside

Full size ironing board in good nick. Barely used :)
Text me on 021905990 Pick up Morningside Drive

Free

1014 days ago

Poll: How should our kerbside rubbish collection services be paid for?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Tāmaki Makaurau.

Auckland Council is looking to scrap bin tags in parts of Auckland.

The bin tags – or a pay as you throw (PAYT) system – were rolled out in West Auckland, Papakura and on the North Shore between 2017 and 2018.

Rather than paying for kerbside rubbish collection as … View more
Kia ora Tāmaki Makaurau.

Auckland Council is looking to scrap bin tags in parts of Auckland.

The bin tags – or a pay as you throw (PAYT) system – were rolled out in West Auckland, Papakura and on the North Shore between 2017 and 2018.

Rather than paying for kerbside rubbish collection as part of their rates, residents in these areas purchase bin tags from supermarkets, council service centres and libraries, and attach them to their bin on rubbish collection day.

The bin tags were part of the council’s strategy to achieve its goal of zero waste to landfill by 2040, with one standard sized bin (120L, bin tag cost $4.25) fitting the equivalent of, and removing the need for, two plastic rubbish bags.

The council had planned on rolling out this system across the entire region, however it now believes it is too expensive to operate and lacks the financial incentive needed to make people reduce their waste.

Now, it is proposing to move the entire region to a rates-funded collection service, with the choice of three rubbish bin sizes to cater to different household needs and costs.

If the proposal to goes ahead, it is estimated Aucklanders will pay $314 per year for their rubbish, recycling and inorganic collection. Including food scraps collection, this will cost $375.

If the entire region moves to a PAYT system, it is expected each household would spend $353 on bin tags each year, or $415 including food scraps collection. This estimate is based on the current average collection rate of a household with a standard 120L bin.

Consultation on the matter will begin on February 28. So, what do you think should happen?

Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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How should our kerbside rubbish collection services be paid for?
  • 34.6% Bin tags make me consider what I send to landfill
    34.6% Complete
  • 40.2% Rates-funded collection is easier than using bin tags
    40.2% Complete
  • 19.9% Rates-funded collection, but bin tags available for those with little waste
    19.9% Complete
  • 5.4% Undecided - tell us in the comments
    5.4% Complete
784 votes
1013 days ago

Love food, hate waste? Apply for a grant today

The Team from Auckland Council

Are you passionate about food and sustainability? Do you have a great initiative on how to reduce food waste in Auckland?

We’re giving away $50,000 to help Aucklanders make it happen.

Apply for a grant now: bit.ly...
Applications are open until 28 February.

Find out more about the … View more
Are you passionate about food and sustainability? Do you have a great initiative on how to reduce food waste in Auckland?

We’re giving away $50,000 to help Aucklanders make it happen.

Apply for a grant now: bit.ly...
Applications are open until 28 February.

Find out more about the grants: bit.ly...

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1013 days ago

Learn English for free.

DynaSpeak Auckland CBD

Kia ora

If you’re looking to improve your English – we’ve got you covered!

• You want that promotion at work or just get a job … but lack confidence with
-job interviews
-writing CVs
-dealing with people on the phone
View more
Kia ora

If you’re looking to improve your English – we’ve got you covered!

• You want that promotion at work or just get a job … but lack confidence with
-job interviews
-writing CVs
-dealing with people on the phone

Hey, we can help.

• You plan to go to uni, but you’re not confident -
-about speaking in group discussions
-doing academic presentations
-writing academic essays
-writing references

Hey, we’ve got you covered!

• You just want to feel more comfortable using English …
-to meet friends
-to speak with your children’s teachers
-to visit the doctor or see a nurse
-to write to these people

Hey, we’re here to help you!

• If online study is your goal, you will…
-improve your online writing skills
-get opportunities to work online in groups and one on one with your classmates and/or teacher
-develop a network of friends online to supporting each other’s learning experience
-participate in face-to-face lessons held with classmates on campus

All this at DynaSpeak!

• or if you prefer face-to-face learning, you will …
-practice what you learn in class with your classmates
-learn from the feedback your teacher and classmates give
-work in groups on projects that help develop writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills
-build friendships while learning English

We have the know-how and experience to help you!
Visit us on www.dynaspeak.ac.nz...

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1013 days ago

Finance provider risk management...

Speirs Finance

A prudent business risk management strategy can be to spread your exposure with more than one funding partner, which may protect your business from the stress of one provider controlling all your assets and funding.

This can be an especially important strategy in funding critical growth phases … View more
A prudent business risk management strategy can be to spread your exposure with more than one funding partner, which may protect your business from the stress of one provider controlling all your assets and funding.

This can be an especially important strategy in funding critical growth phases and help preserve your traditional funding lines. Specialist funders can provide finance or lease options that are matched to the life of assets, their intended use and be sensitive to your specific business needs.

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1013 days ago

washer and dryer for sale - excellent condition

Genevieve from Ponsonby

perfect set up for a starter pack for students getting settled in or for those just moving in , we got redundant set up as we bought a washer and dryer in one combo. happy to sell these very cheap to get someone started .
80 nzd for a washer few years old and dryer ( bit older ) both in mint … View more
perfect set up for a starter pack for students getting settled in or for those just moving in , we got redundant set up as we bought a washer and dryer in one combo. happy to sell these very cheap to get someone started .
80 nzd for a washer few years old and dryer ( bit older ) both in mint working condition and not too energy intensive .
pick up ponsonby

Price: $80

1014 days ago

Discover Auckland’s greatest walks

The Team from Auckland Council

Looking to stretch your legs around the region? For your next adventure, check out one of Auckland’s great walks.
#AKLSummerisCalling

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1014 days ago

Read our Kōwhai magazine online

In this summer edition, find inspiration from conscious living leaders like artist David Trubridge who takes inspiration from nature and the founders of Naturebox, Blair and Ollie who want to help Kiwis sustainably grow food. We meet Ryman residents Ross and Eleanor who love to explore Aotearoa … View moreIn this summer edition, find inspiration from conscious living leaders like artist David Trubridge who takes inspiration from nature and the founders of Naturebox, Blair and Ollie who want to help Kiwis sustainably grow food. We meet Ryman residents Ross and Eleanor who love to explore Aotearoa whenever they can. Find out more

1014 days ago

Sign up to Oval Office, Stuff's rugby newsletter

Stuff

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Our sports reporters keep you up to date with the biggest rugby news, match highlights and stories that you might have missed.

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1014 days ago

Sushi & Sashimi workshop

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Sushi & Sashimi Workshop with Guest chef Atsushi and Hitomi for our Advanced, Cookery students. A fun morning preparing Salmon and avocado sushi, Teriyaki chicken and avocado sushi and salmon sashimi.

1015 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Greytown magician Paul Bates' Tardis-inspired shed was declared the Shed of the Year. This year, Resene and NZ Gardener are once again on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Greytown magician Paul Bates' Tardis-inspired shed was declared the Shed of the Year. This year, Resene and NZ Gardener are once again on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.

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1017 days ago

Packing boxes required

Andrea from Morningside

Packing boxes required for moving. Medium sized preferably, like banana box size, please.

1015 days ago

Do you have a great kūmara recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for kūmara recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before February 27, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for kūmara recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before February 27, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1015 days ago

Library Lovers Day

NumberWorks'nWords Grey Lynn

Today is a day that celebrates love, yes, but it’s also Library Lovers Day on February 14, dedicated to book lovers' across the globe.
It's a day to remember that our libraries are a place where we can get lost in a story, find an adventure we are seeking in a book, discover more about… View more
Today is a day that celebrates love, yes, but it’s also Library Lovers Day on February 14, dedicated to book lovers' across the globe.
It's a day to remember that our libraries are a place where we can get lost in a story, find an adventure we are seeking in a book, discover more about an issue we feel passionate about, or learn something new!

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