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YES we are OPEN during Level 3, for safe contactless junk and rubbish removal. Perfect if you are using this time at home to do a big sort out- or clearing the office while it’s quiet.
As always we do our best to make sure as much as possible is diverted to community groups and charities rather … View moreYES we are OPEN during Level 3, for safe contactless junk and rubbish removal. Perfect if you are using this time at home to do a big sort out- or clearing the office while it’s quiet.
As always we do our best to make sure as much as possible is diverted to community groups and charities rather than ending up in landfill.
Please email info@junkrun.co.nz or ring 021 586 544 for more information.
Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.
We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.
We use less than a teaspoon of sugar… View moreOur buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.
We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.
We use less than a teaspoon of sugar in each of the buns which gives them the colour and texture that makes them perfect for burgers.
Hi there I have a small bin full of bokashi compost that I need to empty but don’t have a place to. Anyone knows where I can go or if you have a place in your garden for it? I’m in Hillcrest and don’t mind driving a bit for it. Really keen to keep composting and hope I can find a place for … View moreHi there I have a small bin full of bokashi compost that I need to empty but don’t have a place to. Anyone knows where I can go or if you have a place in your garden for it? I’m in Hillcrest and don’t mind driving a bit for it. Really keen to keep composting and hope I can find a place for it!
Thanks,
Shweta
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A beautiful off shoulder high quality lined fabric. Near new. Size 40 (10-12).
A busy day in the kitchen with many of our students cooking from home following Chef Finn’s online demonstration. A small group following Level 3 social distance rules brave the transport and the weather to cook on site.
Pie Day for Foundation Cooks: Bacon & Egg Pies
Remote Cooking - Level … View moreA busy day in the kitchen with many of our students cooking from home following Chef Finn’s online demonstration. A small group following Level 3 social distance rules brave the transport and the weather to cook on site.
Pie Day for Foundation Cooks: Bacon & Egg Pies
Remote Cooking - Level 4 Advanced:
Tart Tartin with Braeburn apples and freshly made puff pastry & Paris Breast
The tuatara exhibit at Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium has been upgraded with help from the Department of Conservation.
Four tuataras have settled back into the improved exhibit in time for Conservation Week, where Kiwis are encouraged to explore their backyard and engage with nature.
Kelly … View moreThe tuatara exhibit at Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium has been upgraded with help from the Department of Conservation.
Four tuataras have settled back into the improved exhibit in time for Conservation Week, where Kiwis are encouraged to explore their backyard and engage with nature.
Kelly Tarlton’s lead aquarist Felix Berghoefer said tuatara have been at the aquarium since 2016.
“They act as ambassadors for their species and help us educate visitors on the way tuatara live in New Zealand, what threats they face in the wild and how we can help support these incredible native animals,” he said.
“Tuatara were once widespread on the mainland of New Zealand. Sadly, introduced predators like rats, stoats, feral cats and possums have made it too dangerous for them now on the mainland, except in predator-free sanctuaries including some islands in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park.”
Tuatara are endemic to New Zealand and are the last surviving species of Rhynchocephalia, an order of lizard-like reptiles that traces back to more than 200 million years ago, when dinosaurs walked the earth.
The tuatara at Kelly Tarlton’s are around 7 years old and originate from Takapourewa Island, at the northern end of the South Island.
Kelly Tarlton’s is currently closed to the public due to Alert Level 3 restrictions.
Conservation week will run from August 15 to August 23. People can explore the aquarium online through a virtual tour, accessible from the Kelly Tarlton’s website.
Hi neighbours, the Ministry of Health has announced the public places where people who have tested positive for coronavirus during the past two weeks have been to. Stuff has compiled them here.
As Auckland has moved back into Alert Level 3, both our Mt Wellington and Wairau Park facilities will be open and operating under strict Level 3 protocols, and our Silverdale location will open on Mon 24th August. For more info , bookings and opening hours please contact our reception staff. Stay … View moreAs Auckland has moved back into Alert Level 3, both our Mt Wellington and Wairau Park facilities will be open and operating under strict Level 3 protocols, and our Silverdale location will open on Mon 24th August. For more info , bookings and opening hours please contact our reception staff. Stay safe - PITC Team
Hi Neighbours, As Aucklanders move through a second Covid-19 Level 3 lockdown, what do you think it teaches us about how the city should evolve ? Read the story below:
Auckland has spent a week back in coronavirus alert level 3 after the virus was found in the communi…
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Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.
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A raft of new coronavirus testing centres have opened across Auckland following the confirmation of a new community cluster in south Auckland.
Following the announcement on Tuesday night, the Northern Regional Health Co-ordination Centre recorded over 7800 Covid-19 tests on Wednesday, beating the … View moreA raft of new coronavirus testing centres have opened across Auckland following the confirmation of a new community cluster in south Auckland.
Following the announcement on Tuesday night, the Northern Regional Health Co-ordination Centre recorded over 7800 Covid-19 tests on Wednesday, beating the previous record of 6407 tests on June 23.
Anyone experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms should seek to get a free Covid-19 test at their local general practice, urgent care clinic or one of Auckland's 15 community testing centres.
Click 'read more' for a full list of testing centres, including addresses and opening hours.
Food Parcels are available from Glenfield Salvation Army Food Bank.
Phone interviews are available while we observe Level 3 guidelines. Ph 09 441 2554 opt 2 and then pick up food from 4 Kaipatiki Road. No contact.
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