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Every area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.
You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09… View moreEvery area of Auckland is allocated a week each year for an on-property inorganic collection. One collection of up to 1m3 of inorganic material is included in your property’s rates.
You can book a collection:
• Online at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic
• Over the phone 09 301 0101
• Or visit one of our service centres
Once you’ve made a booking, you’ll be given a timeframe for when collections will happen in your area. You can book as early as you like and cancel if you no longer need the service. Book your inorganic collection today and help reduce waste going to landfill.
A lineman has been rescued from a cherry picker stuck high up in the air by another cherry picker. …
Warning: Some people may find the images below disturbing An Auckland pet owner has been left traum…
One hundred sonographers across Auckland's hospitals are set to strike for 12 weeks, putting patient…
Kia ora,
I’m looking to preserve old Fruit tree species from around Auckland. I’m keen to know if anyone has amazing old trees in their back yards that I could get some grafts from. The older the tree the better.
Also at the moment while peaches are growing, I’m interested in peach stones … View moreKia ora,
I’m looking to preserve old Fruit tree species from around Auckland. I’m keen to know if anyone has amazing old trees in their back yards that I could get some grafts from. The older the tree the better.
Also at the moment while peaches are growing, I’m interested in peach stones grown from awesome or unique trees grown in Auckland. Peaches grow reasonably true to seed and they would be easy for schools to plant. Please save your stones and contact me if you have some. 🍑
I have a whole heap of swan plant seedlings, over 100 so, anyone that wants some just text me on 0274141341 and I will send pick up address. They are still in the ground but very accessible and easy to take out. I am in the Wesley/Owairaka area.
Prawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.
Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are … View morePrawns are a fast and convenient choice of protein for the busy cook. Straight freezer, they can defrost quickly and be pan-seared to make a delicious dinner course.
Prawns can be confusing. Firstly, they are referred to as crustaceans and are also sold by size -shrimps are small and prawns are larger. There are both freshwater and marine varieties. Most prawns are imported frozen into NZ although there is growing local supply. So when you see “fresh” prawns they have generally been defrosted. Fresh prawns in many cases appear green or grey and it is only when cooked, that the colour changes to what we recognise as “pink” prawns. If you buy prawns or scrimps that are pink, this means that they have been cooked.
Then, there are a series of questions to ask:
• Do you cook them in their shells or peel before cooking?
• Do you remove the head and just cook the tail?
• Do you remove the vein (intestinal tract) or black line that runs down the back?
You can use prawns for the same recipe whether they are peeled or deveined. Many people believe that cooking prawns with the shell will enhance the flavour of the broth and result in more succulent prawn meat. The downside is that they are a bit messier to eat. To peel the prawns, you just need to wriggle them a little and ease off the shell, piece by piece.
There is no big deal about cooking prawns with the head on – it is more a cultural thing about people not wanting to see the eyes! The head pulls off easily if you twist it. The tip of the tail can be removed in the same way.
The prawn is de-veined or has the intestinal tract removed as many consider it the prawn more attractive without the black line. It also removes the prawn's stomach waste so that you do not need to eat it! See below for the method.
Like all seafood, prawns should be eaten as soon as possible and not left in the refrigerator for days. If they smell off when you come to cook them, your only choice is to throw them out!
Fried in garlic and paired with home-made mayo showcases these crustaceans at their best.
Check out the full recipe on the link below.
A popular beach which residents claim was being used as a toilet by beachgoers will not be getting a…
Get organised with these handy storage ideas for the office or kids’ corner.
Create a colourful geometric-inspired space with your favourite Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project… View moreGet organised with these handy storage ideas for the office or kids’ corner.
Create a colourful geometric-inspired space with your favourite Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Cirium has released the review on airlines’ on-time performance and ranked world’s most punctual airlines based on data collected throughout 2019. Last year’s champion Delta Air takes the 3rd place while Russian airline Aeroflot tops the list.
1. Aeroflot (Russia) 86.68%
2. All Nippon … View moreCirium has released the review on airlines’ on-time performance and ranked world’s most punctual airlines based on data collected throughout 2019. Last year’s champion Delta Air takes the 3rd place while Russian airline Aeroflot tops the list.
1. Aeroflot (Russia) 86.68%
2. All Nippon Airways (Japan) 86.26%
3. Delta Air Lines 85.69%
4. Azul Airlines (Brazil) 83.53%
5. Japan Airlines (JAL) 82.82%
6. Alitalia (Italy) 81.87%
7. Air France (France) 81.15%
8. Emirates (UAE) 81.02%
9. Korean Air (South Korea) 80.30%
10. Scandinavian Airlines (Sweden) 79.90%
Have you flown any of the airlines above? What is your criteria for a good airline?
The SPCA says a new $300 fine is helping to spread the warning that people should not leave their dogs in hot cars.
What do you think - is the message getting through to dog owners?
I have 3x 6metre lengths of marley stormwater pipe left over from redoing driveway. Retail for over $400 each. Can sell separately or together. $400 for all 3
An Auckland couple have been compensated and awarded more than $3000 after the "eco-retreat" they re…
Black leather shoes Axis by Ascent brand from Shoe Clinic - new. Built to last quality school shoes
Uk size 6. Selling under half price at $70 ono. Message me if interested. Can pick-up from New Lynn.
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