Ellerslie, Auckland

1691 days ago

Mahinga Kai - Forage with Riki Bennett

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Learning about plants and their purpose - from medicinal to edible, the legend of Maui and fire with Riki giving an impressive demonstration of traditional fire making with a Mahoe stick rubbed until it creates an ember. Meanwhile at NZSFW, the kai cooker smokes and steams our lamb, packages of … View moreLearning about plants and their purpose - from medicinal to edible, the legend of Maui and fire with Riki giving an impressive demonstration of traditional fire making with a Mahoe stick rubbed until it creates an ember. Meanwhile at NZSFW, the kai cooker smokes and steams our lamb, packages of plantain with coconut cream, wrapped in cabbage leaves, potatoes, spinach emulsion and finishing with golden syrup steamed pudding and caramelised coxes orange apples.
The next one will be in July this year.

1691 days ago

Have you seen this amazing garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

They had a vision for their property, but they also had three floods in 20 years. That didn't stop them pursuing the garden of their dreams though.

1697 days ago

Poll: Do you support the fine increase for using a mobile while driving from $80 to $150?

Reporter Community News

Drivers have been captured on camera boldly using their phones while driving, to video call, text and make calls.

The footage, taken in Auckland, comes as the Government increased the cost of a fine for using a cellphone while driving from $80 to $150.

Over the course of a week, ahead of the fine… View more
Drivers have been captured on camera boldly using their phones while driving, to video call, text and make calls.

The footage, taken in Auckland, comes as the Government increased the cost of a fine for using a cellphone while driving from $80 to $150.

Over the course of a week, ahead of the fine increase, a Stuff visual journalist captured numerous people using their phones while driving, including a woman who appeared to be on a video call while passing through an intersection, a man speaking on the phone and numerous people texting or looking at their phone.

Last year, police issued more than 40,000 infringement notices for the offence.

A driver for Dingo Groundworx NZ was captured using their phone while driving a truck along Williamson Ave, in Ponsonby.

Owner Cameron Hadley told Stuff all employees were very aware they should not be using their phones while driving.

He said he would be raising the issue in a staff meeting.

AA road safety spokesman Dylan Thomsen told Stuff he wasn’t surprised to hear about the woman video calling while driving.

While AA supports the Government’s fine increase, Thomsen said it wasn’t going to solve the problem.

“People just can’t resist the temptation if they hear their phone go off ... it’s not something you do by accident.”

“A lot of people use their phone behind the wheel and don’t do other risky things.”

He hopes as there are further advancements in technology, phone companies can have default “do not disturb” modes that activate as soon as drivers start moving in their car.

“Until we change the mindset it will be hard with enforcement alone, people don’t appreciate the risks until it’s too late,” Thomsen said.

To see video footage, go here:

www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you support the fine increase for using a mobile while driving from $80 to $150?
  • 90.2% Yes
    90.2% Complete
  • 8% No
    8% Complete
  • 1.8% Unsure- it's too complex
    1.8% Complete
2161 votes
1691 days ago

Your Big Mac, ordered from here.

McDonald's

New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to … View more
New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to international McDonald’s markets.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including Whangara Farms which was the first beef farm outside of Europe to be invited to the McDonald’s Flagship Farmers programme.

ANZCO Foods, based in the small Taranaki town of Waitara, are responsible for making our 100% beef patties. About 90% of the staff at the Waitara plant are locals and they manage to produce around half a million patties each day.

Our quality beef cuts are minced and that’s it. No additives or fillers, just mince that is formed in patties, before they’re flash-frozen and sent to restaurants.
Learn more

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1691 days ago
1691 days ago

Hi neighbours, I’m on the look out for wooden chopping boards in all shapes in sizes. Please message me if you have any that need a new home :)

Stacey-Jade from Mount Wellington

Hi neighbours, I’m on the look out for wooden chopping boards in all shapes in sizes. Please message me if you have any that need a new home :) TIA x

Free

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1692 days ago

Free to good home

Jasmin from Remuera

8 seater outdoor furniture

Free

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1721 days ago

**Wanted**: Ellerslie Primary School Uniforms

Inbal from Saint Johns

Hi Neighbours,
I would like to buy the following items:
- Shirt size 8 in good condition (no stains, cuts etc.)
- Jumper size 8 or 10 in good condition (no stains, cuts etc.)
Thanks

Inbal

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1692 days ago

**Wanted**: Ellerslie Primary School Jumper

Inbal from Saint Johns

Hi,
Looking to buy Ellerslie Primary School Jumper size 8 or 10 in good condition.

Thanks
Inbal

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1692 days ago

**Wanted**: Ellerslie Primary School Jumper

Inbal from Saint Johns

Hi,
Looking to buy Ellerslie Primary School Jumper size 8 or 10 in good condition.

Thanks
Inbal

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1692 days ago

Missing or Lost or enjoys being under our deck? Tabby cat with collar

Cathy from Remuera

Missing or Lost or Roaming Tabby Cat.

Suburb - REMUERA - is this your 🐈 Cat? 🐈 Found and hiding.

We have installed cameras and become aware of a 😿tortoise shell cat 😿 that appears to be living under our deck. It usually presents itself around 3.30 am and then return a short while … View more
Missing or Lost or Roaming Tabby Cat.

Suburb - REMUERA - is this your 🐈 Cat? 🐈 Found and hiding.

We have installed cameras and become aware of a 😿tortoise shell cat 😿 that appears to be living under our deck. It usually presents itself around 3.30 am and then return a short while later. It has a collar. Do you know of anyone who’s lost a cat in the Orakei Road, Upland Road, Dell Road, Brookland Place, Benson Road or Shore Road area?

😿Tabby Cat😿, Lost Cat, Tortoiseshell Cat, Found Cat

Surrounding suburbs. Meadowbank - Orakei - Parnell

We are renovating. First sighting 5.05.21 . The Cat could have been here for longer.

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1692 days ago

Live Music Sunday 16th May Manukau Cruising Club in Onehunga

Peter from Mount Wellington

If you're looking for something to do Sunday afternoon 16th May and you enjoy live music. Then drop down to the Manukau Cruising Club in Onehunga. Bakelite Brothers are playing your favorite classic rock and pop, rock n roll and blues songs.

Doors open at 1pm. Band starts at 2pm and play … View more
If you're looking for something to do Sunday afternoon 16th May and you enjoy live music. Then drop down to the Manukau Cruising Club in Onehunga. Bakelite Brothers are playing your favorite classic rock and pop, rock n roll and blues songs.

Doors open at 1pm. Band starts at 2pm and play until 5pm. Bar and kitchen are open. Bring your friends along to enjoy live music over looking the Manukau Harbour.

Orpheus Drive, Onehunga. No cover charge.

1692 days ago

Happy Mothers' Day!

Saint Johns Butchery

What's for dinner, Mum?

Give Mum a well-deserved break today. Nothing says 'I love you' like a home-cooked meal.

We're open until 5.00pm today. Simply pop in store and our friendly team of butchers will help you out.

Don't forget to tidy up the kitchen and do the … View more
What's for dinner, Mum?

Give Mum a well-deserved break today. Nothing says 'I love you' like a home-cooked meal.

We're open until 5.00pm today. Simply pop in store and our friendly team of butchers will help you out.

Don't forget to tidy up the kitchen and do the dishes too. Your Mum will love that too 💕

Happy Mothers' day!

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1692 days ago

Plastic box of embroidery floss - free or pay what you want

Tanja from Mount Wellington

Good morning, neighbours - I have a Tupperware-type box full of embroidery cotton that I collected back when I used to do cross-stitch.

I haven't done any for something like 2 decades though, so it's really time for it to go to someone who'll use it.

I'd kind of like to get … View more
Good morning, neighbours - I have a Tupperware-type box full of embroidery cotton that I collected back when I used to do cross-stitch.

I haven't done any for something like 2 decades though, so it's really time for it to go to someone who'll use it.

I'd kind of like to get *some* money for it (there's a fair amount of cotton in there), but I care more about it going to someone who'll get some enjoyment and pleasure from using it.

So if you'd definitely like it but can't afford to pay anything, feel free to put your hand up. Or, if you'd like to make an offer, that's fine too.

Message me either way :-)

Free

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1692 days ago

Mother's Day

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

Thank you to all our amazing mums from the team at NumberWorks'nWords.

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