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Summer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.
But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.
Rangitoto… View moreSummer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.
But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.
Rangitoto and Waiheke might be the obvious island destinations, but there are plenty more places you can explore via the water.
Read on to find out more.
I bought a bbq only to find it is a kitset that I am unable to put together. Anyone out there able to help me with it please? Its only small and should take someone with kitset ability about a half hour. I can bring to someones place if that helps. DM me if you can help. Much appreciated.
This past year has been one for the books...
We just want to say THANK YOU to our amazing customers for your support this year and wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2021!
Cheers to the new year!
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Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.
Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.
Despite the restrictions and … View moreHi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.
Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.
Despite the restrictions and Aucklanders being the most efficient water users in New Zealand, the dam levels are still low and Watercare is asking everyone to try and save 20 litres per day.
We’ve put together a list of easy ways you can save water around your home, as well as a few ideas for if you’re willing to go the extra mile.
Kiaora I’m wanting to join my family on casual bike rides around waterview but I’ve not got a bike and never been a hardcore cyclist given we always lived in hilly areas. However now living in waterview with flat and gentle slopes to venture out I am keen to look at a beginner-starter bike for… View moreKiaora I’m wanting to join my family on casual bike rides around waterview but I’ve not got a bike and never been a hardcore cyclist given we always lived in hilly areas. However now living in waterview with flat and gentle slopes to venture out I am keen to look at a beginner-starter bike for just short fun rides. If you have a suitable bike (I’m 175cm) that you are considering parting with could you please PM to discuss please. Thanks in advance for considering this request and happy new year!
Moving out sale - camping gears (small tent, lantern, fire extinguisher), small appliances (rice cookers, dutch pancake maker, gas stove), electric leads, spotlights, gas bottles, toys, home decor, household items, book case, scooter, gazebo, Toyota Estima 2006 173k mileage, all priced for quick … View moreMoving out sale - camping gears (small tent, lantern, fire extinguisher), small appliances (rice cookers, dutch pancake maker, gas stove), electric leads, spotlights, gas bottles, toys, home decor, household items, book case, scooter, gazebo, Toyota Estima 2006 173k mileage, all priced for quick sale! Free books for all ages too. Open 10:30am to 7pm.
Hi I’m available for house cleaning or gardening or both, I’ve had years of experience and have very reasonable rates please ph 0275812535 if you would like a chat about hourly rate etc cheers Nancy and happy new year to all
Auckland Zoo staff have joined Matuku Link colleagues to scour for the elusive puweto.
Puweto, or the small dark coloured rails, live in freshwater wetlands scattered throughout the country, with their largest populations in the North Island.
The Matuku Link is a 37 hectare native forest block in… View moreAuckland Zoo staff have joined Matuku Link colleagues to scour for the elusive puweto.
Puweto, or the small dark coloured rails, live in freshwater wetlands scattered throughout the country, with their largest populations in the North Island.
The Matuku Link is a 37 hectare native forest block in west Auckland's Bethell's Valley.
The reserve connects many protected areas including Ark in the Park, Habitat Te Henga, Forrest Ridge and Matuku Reserve.
Staff from the zoo and Matuku Link joined volunteers to search for the birds in Bethells wetlands.
The presence of small dark coloured rails in a particular wetland signals the overall health of the ecosystem.
But more than 90 per cent of New Zealand's wetland areas have been drained and cleared for agriculture which has yielded a major impact on all species.
Puweto need vegetation such as raupo and kuta in which to forage and nest.
Surveyors used a recorded sound of the birds' calls to aid monitoring.
They saw two puweto and netted 13 call responses at 38 listening posts.
Photo: John Sumich
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.
Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.
See what's on near you at … View moreThere are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.
Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.
See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
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