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1318 days ago

FREE Geranium plants x 3 - GONE!!!

Fiona from Henderson

I have 3 geranium plants that need to find a new home.
I will dig them out on the same day or the day before.

The colours are in the pic - but not necessarily these same plants.

First in, first served.
ONLY REPLY IF YOU ARE GOING TO PICK THEM UP PLEASE.
(There have been far too many time wasters,… View more
I have 3 geranium plants that need to find a new home.
I will dig them out on the same day or the day before.

The colours are in the pic - but not necessarily these same plants.

First in, first served.
ONLY REPLY IF YOU ARE GOING TO PICK THEM UP PLEASE.
(There have been far too many time wasters, thus creating an unwanted time lag for those people who genuinely want items)

Free

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1321 days ago

Ambigrams

NumberWorks'nWords NorthWest

Have you heard of Ambigrams? Are you able to show any other examples?

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1321 days ago

Poll: Should all Auckland shops be allowed to trade on Easter Sunday?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Restrictions on trading over Easter have frustrated Auckland retailers desperate for business in the wake of four Covid-19 lockdowns.

Only shops selling certain goods can legally trade on Easter Sunday, and those breaching conditions can be fined up to $1000.

But Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says … View more
Restrictions on trading over Easter have frustrated Auckland retailers desperate for business in the wake of four Covid-19 lockdowns.

Only shops selling certain goods can legally trade on Easter Sunday, and those breaching conditions can be fined up to $1000.

But Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says critics have left it too late, as the process to change trading rules can take over a year.

Local government has had the power to rule on whether retailers can open on Easter Sunday since the National government passed the responsibility down in 2016.

Prior to this, only shops that sell necessities, such as dairies, service stations, and pharmacies, were given exemptions to trade.

Thirty-nine of the country’s 67 councils have created bylaws to date allowing retailers to open if they want, but Auckland, Wellington, and other major centres remain opposed.

Newmarket Business Association chief executive Mark Thomas said the restrictions are “ridiculous and out of date”.

“There are so many discrepancies in the law it seems a bit ludicrous,” he said.

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Should all Auckland shops be allowed to trade on Easter Sunday?
  • 58.3% Yes
    58.3% Complete
  • 38.9% No
    38.9% Complete
  • 2.8% Unsure- it's too complex
    2.8% Complete
1205 votes
1321 days ago

Love rugby? Get all the action delivered straight to your inbox

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.

Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each … View more
Hi neighbours,

We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.

Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each Monday evening at 7pm.

Love rugby? Sign up here.

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1319 days ago

ReStore charity shop in Henderson

Habitat for Humanity

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore charity shop in Henderson is now open 7 days a week for shopping and receiving donations! If you’re looking for a deal or would like to make a donation of pre-loved furniture, clothing or home appliances; come visit us today at 7 Dora Street.
 
To be in the … View more
The Habitat for Humanity ReStore charity shop in Henderson is now open 7 days a week for shopping and receiving donations! If you’re looking for a deal or would like to make a donation of pre-loved furniture, clothing or home appliances; come visit us today at 7 Dora Street.
 
To be in the chance to win a $100 voucher to spend at the ReStore; check out our competition on Facebook here.
 
Our mission at Habitat is to provide local Kiwi families with strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. You can make a difference today as every donation and sale at the ReStore charity shop goes towards supporting local Kiwi families in housing need.
 
Shelley Green
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Henderson – Manager
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1319 days ago

Say NO to short car trips

EECA

Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.

So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transportView more
Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.

So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport such as biking, scooting and walking when making trips under two kilometres.

That's why we've launched the ShopPack - a New Zealand-first backpack-style reusable shopping bag to let you keep your hands free on the move.
Find out more

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1320 days ago

🔆🌸WANTED: Lily (with no leaves) bulbs - UPDATE: AN ANGEL GAVE ME SOME!!🌸🔆

Fiona from Henderson

They are known more commonly as Naked Lady Lilies or their botanical name is Amaryllis Belladonna.
They are so beautiful and I have fallen in love with these lilies that I have seen over the last couple of years and was wondering does anyone have any spare bulbs of them or maybe you are wanting to … View more
They are known more commonly as Naked Lady Lilies or their botanical name is Amaryllis Belladonna.
They are so beautiful and I have fallen in love with these lilies that I have seen over the last couple of years and was wondering does anyone have any spare bulbs of them or maybe you are wanting to remove them from your place?
Any colour would be great please as I know that they come in a few colours, but mainly pink or white.
I have included a couple of examples below of what they look like.
Thank you in advance😉😀

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1320 days ago

Henderson Valley Pharmacy

David from Henderson

We wish to advise that the Pharmacy will be closed this Saturday for the Easter holiday and the rest of the Saturdays during April as David is not available to work those weekends we apologise for any inconvenience. We should be back for the May Saturdays. All other hours as normal. Enjoy your … View moreWe wish to advise that the Pharmacy will be closed this Saturday for the Easter holiday and the rest of the Saturdays during April as David is not available to work those weekends we apologise for any inconvenience. We should be back for the May Saturdays. All other hours as normal. Enjoy your holiday weekend
From Kwan, David and Marilynn

1320 days ago

A church to call home, now in Westgate

LIFE

We have officially launched our new church campus in Westgate. Thank you to the West Auckland community for the massive support and welcome!

Our hope is that you can find a church to call home at LIFE West, where everyone belongs, is encouraged to believe and is given the opportunity to build … View more
We have officially launched our new church campus in Westgate. Thank you to the West Auckland community for the massive support and welcome!

Our hope is that you can find a church to call home at LIFE West, where everyone belongs, is encouraged to believe and is given the opportunity to build genuine connection with God and with each other.

We invite you to join us every Sunday at 10am, located in the heart of Westgate at the Massey Leisure Centre.

We can’t wait to meet you!
Find out more

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1320 days ago

The team from Wee Jobs

Wee Jobs

Hi Neighbours – The team from Wee Jobs would like to introduce Wee Jobs to your community.

We all have small jobs and tasks that come up around the house, waiting for someone with the time and skills to do them. Wee Jobs provides attractively priced solutions with our team of competent staff … View more
Hi Neighbours – The team from Wee Jobs would like to introduce Wee Jobs to your community.

We all have small jobs and tasks that come up around the house, waiting for someone with the time and skills to do them. Wee Jobs provides attractively priced solutions with our team of competent staff who are ready and eager to help you with those small tasks. With Wee Jobs, you know what you’re paying upfront and don’t get billed until the job is completed.

Wee Jobs offers a range of offerings from Light Bulb Replacements, Smoke Alarm Installations, to Kitset Assembly Services (and lots in between). If you can’t find what you are looking for, you can simply ‘request a special job’, and one of our friendly team members will get back to you with a competitive quote. Wee Jobs is brought to you by Wells, who has 35 years of experience and recognition delivering dependable services to New Zealand homes. Book your Wee Job now.
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1320 days ago

Printed Cotton Duvet Covers

John Turner from Abroz Linens

Offering printed duvet cover sets at a most reasonable price. The composition is 100% cotton woven fabric, not a cheap polyester knit fabric. Please refer to attached image/document for further information, and note that delivery is free to your home.

Negotiable

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1321 days ago

Garde Manger

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Garde Manger Assessment for our Diploma Level 5 chef who must create a cold platter featuring fish (that they have filleted) with one fillet smoked and transformed into a smoked fish mousse; the other fillet cured and presented as a crudo with pickled cucumber & radish.
Freshly baked Grissini … View more
Garde Manger Assessment for our Diploma Level 5 chef who must create a cold platter featuring fish (that they have filleted) with one fillet smoked and transformed into a smoked fish mousse; the other fillet cured and presented as a crudo with pickled cucumber & radish.
Freshly baked Grissini and a Petit Salad complement their presentation.

1321 days ago

Too good to be true? It probably is.

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Police are warning people to be careful about buying goods from social media.

That shiny new item on sale for a bargain may be too good to be true, police say.

The warning comes after two people were arrested for allegedly attempting to sell stolen items.

The arrests follow investigations … View more
Police are warning people to be careful about buying goods from social media.

That shiny new item on sale for a bargain may be too good to be true, police say.

The warning comes after two people were arrested for allegedly attempting to sell stolen items.

The arrests follow investigations into mail and parcel thefts in Hobsonville and Greenhithe, West Auckland.

An 18-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man have been charged with burglary, theft of mail and fraud related matters.

A number of stolen items are appearing for sale on social media, a police spokesperson said.

Often these could be brand new items, which are stolen, listed for sale.

"In the past offenders have created fake profiles in order to sell stolen items, before blocking buyers shortly after," police said.

If buying online, you should:

*Check the social media profile of the seller. Is it a new profile or relatively blank? It could be a fake profile.

*Be cautious if the seller insists on meeting at a public place. This could mean the vendor is selling stolen items and doesn't want to be identified.

*Use a reputable online site to sell items.

*Go by the saying, "if it's too good to be true, it probably is."

If you are having parcels delivered, police recommend you require a signature for your delivery and arrange to have your parcel left in a place hidden from the road.

Recipients are encouraged to get their parcels delivered to a work address or if possible, to collect the goods from the courier's depot.

If you see suspicious activity, phone 111 immediately.

Phone 105 to report a burglary.

Have you been the victim of a parcel theft?

Have you seen goods on social media which seemed too good to be true?

If so, can you give some examples?

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1321 days ago

Incredible new galleries now open at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

Be one of the first to see your city in a whole new light – Tāmaki Herenga Waka Stories of Auckland is now open at Auckland Museum.

With more than 60 stories, 500 objects and 25 films, the new galleries truly have something for everyone.

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1321 days ago

Rescued sea turtles released into wild after rehab at Auckland's Kelly Tarlton's

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Two rescued sea turtles are heading back into the ocean after recovering from serious health issues at an Auckland aquarium.

The two turtles, Spock and Kibou, were released off Northland’s Tutukaka coast after a karakia on March 17.

Spock, a green sea turtle, was found on Muriwai beach in … View more
Two rescued sea turtles are heading back into the ocean after recovering from serious health issues at an Auckland aquarium.

The two turtles, Spock and Kibou, were released off Northland’s Tutukaka coast after a karakia on March 17.

Spock, a green sea turtle, was found on Muriwai beach in September 2020 with serious injuries to digits on both her front flippers.

She was taken to Kelly Tarlton’s aquarium and made a full recovery after getting the digits amputated.

Kibou, a loggerhead turtle, was found stranded in October 2019, also on Muriwai beach.

He had a severe shoulder wound and lung infection.

Kibous received urgent care from Auckland Zoo’s vet hospital, including intensive care and antibiotic treatments.

He gained 13kg ahead of his release.

“I would love to say that all turtles are as lucky as Kibou and Spock but unfortunately that’s not the case as there are significant threats facing turtles in the wild,” Louise Greenshields from SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s said.

Turtles face danger from “human impacts” such as boat strikes, entanglement, plastic ingestion or habitat destruction.

Earlier this year, a protected black turtle died after a boat propeller lacerated its shell and punctured its lung.

Team Turtle urges people to report injured or stranded turtles to the DOC emergency hotline on 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468).

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