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2259 days ago

Poll: Would you let the grass in your local parks grow to feed pollinators?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kiwis love our lawns and traditionally we expect our councils to keep the lawns of our public parks and verges tidy and well mowed and to get rid of any weeds. But actually a neat and tidy green lawn is a food desert for pollinators, and leaving grass unmown and letting so-called weeds like clover … View moreKiwis love our lawns and traditionally we expect our councils to keep the lawns of our public parks and verges tidy and well mowed and to get rid of any weeds. But actually a neat and tidy green lawn is a food desert for pollinators, and leaving grass unmown and letting so-called weeds like clover and dandelion flower provides food for bees and helps support biodiversity. Would you be happy if your local authority let the grass in your local parks grow long and allowed weeds to flourish?

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Would you let the grass in your local parks grow to feed pollinators?
  • 25% Yes of course. we need to help the bees.
    25% Complete
  • 42% Yes, but there needs to be signage to say that it's being done for pollinators,
    42% Complete
  • 26.4% No. Parks are used for sports and the grass needs to be mown. Plant for pollinat
    26.4% Complete
  • 6.6% No. I think that is just the council saying it's for pollinators but really it's
    6.6% Complete
605 votes
2259 days ago

Waitemata Table Tennis Stadium – Junior Clubs

Zhanna from Henderson

Come play for fun or get internationally qualified coaching from NZ World Junior Champs representatives Alfred Dela-Peña (2016 NZ Junior Player of the year, 2017 NZ u18 Singles Gold, 2016 NZ u21 Singles Gold), Roger Wang (2017 Oceania u18 Doubles Gold) and Rodney Bygrave (Rodneys Table Tennis).

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Come play for fun or get internationally qualified coaching from NZ World Junior Champs representatives Alfred Dela-Peña (2016 NZ Junior Player of the year, 2017 NZ u18 Singles Gold, 2016 NZ u21 Singles Gold), Roger Wang (2017 Oceania u18 Doubles Gold) and Rodney Bygrave (Rodneys Table Tennis).

When:
Thursday: Junior Club 7-9pm $5
Friday: Junior Club 7-9pm Cost $5
Sunday: Junior Coaching 4-6pm $8

72A Seymour Rd, Sunnyvale
Email: wtta@slingshot.co.nz

2259 days ago

Red-light districts help whitebait thrive

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Shelley is one of Auckland Council's senior community waterways specialists, and works across the region helping endangered īnanga breed.

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2260 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in Auckland or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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2260 days ago

A deal a day at The Fireplace!

The Fireplace - Bar & Restaurant

The Fireplace is located in the heart of Kumeu wine country. It’s your local family restaurant offering soul food, a wide selection of drinks, great ambience and a cosy fireplace. It’s your go-to place for a get together for drinks, lunch or dinner.

Whether you're having a birthday … View more
The Fireplace is located in the heart of Kumeu wine country. It’s your local family restaurant offering soul food, a wide selection of drinks, great ambience and a cosy fireplace. It’s your go-to place for a get together for drinks, lunch or dinner.

Whether you're having a birthday party, engagement, anniversary or business lunch, we're the perfect venue! The function room at the rear is your own private space, accommodating up to 24 people seated, or 50 people cocktail style, including your own outdoor area.

For bigger bookings of 90-100, the main restaurant has great indoor/outdoor flow. We can create menus for your function as per your requirements.

Come in and see us soon! We've got a deal a day no matter when you pop by.
Find us at 64 Main Road, Kumeu.
www.thefireplace.net.nz
Find out more!

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2260 days ago

Create memories!

Music Education Centre Henderson

Remember the old days of basement and garage bands? How you would count the minutes at school to get creative with your friends until your parent had to beg you to come inside for dinner?

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2260 days ago

Pooks Reserve Cleanup

Polina from Ranui

The last Sunday's cleanup showed a disturbing reality. A small area (pooks reserve) that looked pretty clean at a first glance had about 6 bags of rubbish and 2 massive rubbish dumps, that I reported to the council. It is very disturbing how polluted the area was, but it is also amazing to … View moreThe last Sunday's cleanup showed a disturbing reality. A small area (pooks reserve) that looked pretty clean at a first glance had about 6 bags of rubbish and 2 massive rubbish dumps, that I reported to the council. It is very disturbing how polluted the area was, but it is also amazing to know that there are people who deeply care to make it better:)
We also cleaned a bit of the roadside, hence extra bags. So once again, thank you to all who came and come to join us this Sunday:) as always, if you see extra dirty streets, let me know:)
Also a huge thank you to the Auckland Council! Those guys came and picked up all of the rubbish we picked up from my house! What a great support!

2260 days ago

Have you been censored on SeatChat?

Amy Baker Reporter from North Harbour News

Hi Neighbours, I'm Amy Baker and am doing a story on any hilarious things you've been censored on Air New Zealand's Seat Chat? We'd love to hear your tales, so email us at amy.baker@stuff.co.nz
[NB: Please put NFP if you don't wish your comments to be used in print]

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2260 days ago

Weekly Specials

The Fireplace - Bar & Restaurant

At fireplace, we have a deal for you every day of the week.
64 Main Road, Kumeu

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2260 days ago

Sale

Ella Martin from Sustinnoworx

Hello all!
We are having a sale day tomorrow the 13th at the Sustinnoworx Op Shop at 96a Railside Ave in Henderson.
All items will be half price!
See you there!

2260 days ago

Are you a landlord with vacant property?

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Harbour News

We recently reported on a Torbay landlord who after a quick supermarket trip found teenagers planning a party inside his vacant rental property. Let us know in the comments if you have had a similar experience, or you can email me at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz. Please put NFP if you don't … View moreWe recently reported on a Torbay landlord who after a quick supermarket trip found teenagers planning a party inside his vacant rental property. Let us know in the comments if you have had a similar experience, or you can email me at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz. Please put NFP if you don't want your comment to be published.

Police aren't aware of a spike in rental property break-ins on the North Shore, but suggest that landlords:
• Keep windows and doors locked
• Maintain a "lived-in" appearance on empty properties
• Keep trees and bushes tidy so burglars can't hide in them
• Use good quality locks and a reputable locksmith
• Install sensor lights
• Keep garden sheds and garages secure.

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2261 days ago

It's not too late to get in the draw!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

One lucky Neighbourly member is going to pulling into their driveway in this shiny new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690. Just a few more days to enter. All it takes is a single click. Get in the draw now!

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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