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Happened to be in Browns Bay yesterday and thought we'd have a stroll south along the rocks. Noticed broken glass on the rocks and then this . . . rubbish bin about 50m away.
We are often asked "is this a weed?", so we are planning a weed identification guide for our website. What plant in your garden is giving you trouble? Are you wondering if it is a weed? We would love to see photos of your problem plants.
The best definition of a weed is that it is a … View moreWe are often asked "is this a weed?", so we are planning a weed identification guide for our website. What plant in your garden is giving you trouble? Are you wondering if it is a weed? We would love to see photos of your problem plants.
The best definition of a weed is that it is a plant in the wrong place. Any plant may be desired and manageable in one situation, (perhaps on the other side of the world:) and a problem in another situation.
Nevertheless, it is sometimes useful to know that a plant is known to be a problem elsewhere. If it is giving you unwanted work, you may not be the only one reconsidering its place in your garden.
In addition to the better-known weeds such as wild ginger, Tradescantia, pink jasmine, Japanese honeysuckle, privets and many others, recently in our clients' gardens we have learned of a few more plant species causing significant loss of space and damage to wanted plants in some local gardens.
One was Tecomaria capensis/Tecoma (aka Cape Honeysuckle, a common hedge plant with hidden runners, which if uncontrolled spreads new plants and also grows as a vine).
Another was Thunbergia vine. One of many different plant species around the world known as Black-eyed Susan, this one is a rampaging vine.
Below: Photos of a Tecomaria hedge on a street berm, where it is controlled by pruning. Any new plants shooting up in the grass would be mown down.
Hi neighbours,
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View moreHi neighbours,
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone
We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.
Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Get it in the bag Auckland. These new compostable bin liners are great for your kitchen caddy and your food scraps.
Do your part to keep food scraps out of your rubbish collection and keep your eye out for pink liners at your local supermarket.
Think pink for food scraps bin liners.
To find out the answer, click the link below and take our ‘Truth about alcohol' quiz.
www.heartfoundation.org.nz...
Unhappy with the way Auckland council handles the inorganic collection. They took the fridge and left everything behind
Are you looking to sell? I'd be happy to provide an estimated sales price! The Open Homes are getting really busier. More buyers in the market with less properties.
Want to know how much your home is worth? Find out now! homeasap.com...
This male kawakawa tree on the forest edge now has fully mature flowers, some with the pollen being shed as a white dust, coating leaves … and hands.
More photos at northshorewilds.co.nz...link below:
Auckland Council wants your feedback on how best to recover from recent extreme weather events.
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival is back. With award-winning features and documentaries from global and local filmmakers, there is sure to be something for everyone.
Come in from the cold and let the magic of film light up your winter. Tickets on sale now.
Open Home at 1:15pm to 2:00pm on Saturday & Sunday
📍 2/3 Penzance Road, Mairangi Bay
Built to last. This easy-care brick & tile, two-bedroom home is perfectly positioned in the heart of Mairangi Bay Village. Sunny and secure. A level walk to cafes, restaurants, boutique stores, … View moreOpen Home at 1:15pm to 2:00pm on Saturday & Sunday
📍 2/3 Penzance Road, Mairangi Bay
Built to last. This easy-care brick & tile, two-bedroom home is perfectly positioned in the heart of Mairangi Bay Village. Sunny and secure. A level walk to cafes, restaurants, boutique stores, beach, coastal walkway, Mairangi medical centre, chemist, hairdresser, dentist, supermarket, and more.
Visit our open home or request a private viewing with Gabrielle Elborough.
Listing details: www.barfoot.co.nz...
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Win one of three $5,000 grants to support your community's love of dance!
Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we want to hear … View moreWin one of three $5,000 grants to support your community's love of dance!
Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we want to hear from you!
Know someone who could use our support? Apply now!
With changes to Australia's citizenship process, many are moving to Oz for better wages and lower taxes. Have you considered moving down under or are you fiercely kiwi?
Share your thoughts by commenting below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the… View moreWith changes to Australia's citizenship process, many are moving to Oz for better wages and lower taxes. Have you considered moving down under or are you fiercely kiwi?
Share your thoughts by commenting below.
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