Flat Bush, Auckland

The weird things Aucklanders tried recycling this year

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Firearms, ammunition, swords, dead animals, chemicals, tree stumps and Christmas trees are just some of the strange things Aucklanders have attempted to recycle this year.
However, the contest for the most unexpected items went to those who tried to recycle a samurai sword and an artificial hip … View moreFirearms, ammunition, swords, dead animals, chemicals, tree stumps and Christmas trees are just some of the strange things Aucklanders have attempted to recycle this year.
However, the contest for the most unexpected items went to those who tried to recycle a samurai sword and an artificial hip joint.
Auckland Council is pleading with residents to be wary of what they recycle, as it reveals some of the weird items found in the yellow-top recycling bins in 2019.
Anyone who attempted to recycled prohibited items bubble wrap, plastic bags, ribbons, batteries, food scraps, clothing, footwear, electronics, broken glass, polystyrene and single-use coffee cups should consider themselves an addition to "Santa's Naughty List", Auckland Council said.
Are you on the naughty list? What weird things have you tried recycling?

Will you check out Auckland's biggest NYE?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Are you in the city for New Year's Eve? Auckland is putting on it's biggest-ever downtown event, a forerunner of how it hopes to launch America's Cup year 2021. Does this sound like you ? Read the story below :

Let’s respect the neighbourhood we live in

The Team from Auckland Council

If you see dumped rubbish call 0800 NO DUMP (0800 663 867).

Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000.

Your waste is your responsibility. For more information on how to dispose of unwanted items check out aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Find out more

Food Hamper

Theresa from Papatoetoe

Pick up Great South road Papatoetoe
A wonderful tray of goodies for someone this Christmas
or great Secret Santa

Mint chocolate truffles
Tin of cookies
Chocolate Santa
Bluebird chips
… View morePick up Great South road Papatoetoe
A wonderful tray of goodies for someone this Christmas
or great Secret Santa

Mint chocolate truffles
Tin of cookies
Chocolate Santa
Bluebird chips
Rice crackers
Jelly pots x2
Microwave popcorn
Candy cane pack
Christmas bonbon x1
Christmas card
Presented on a tray gift wrapped for that gift giving

Price: $30

Food Hamper

Theresa from Papatoetoe

A hamper full of goodies for the food lover

Chocolate Santa
Mint chocolate truffles
Tin of Cookies
Christmas plum pudding
Jelly pots x2
Fruit salad tin
… View moreA hamper full of goodies for the food lover

Chocolate Santa
Mint chocolate truffles
Tin of Cookies
Christmas plum pudding
Jelly pots x2
Fruit salad tin
Water bottle with freeze stick
Candy cane pack
Bluebird chips
Rice crackers
Popcorn
Christmas card
Bonbon x1
Hamper basket
Beautifully presented with a pretty bow for gift giving

Pick up Great South road Papatoetoe

Price: $50

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#1 Individual Branch Salesperson - Zane Munif

SOLD $660,000 - 1 Boakes Rd, Mt Wellington
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Zane 021 257 5862

Staff, customers, abused at Auckland Council pools, trespass figures show

Danielle Clent Reporter from Eastern Courier

Merry Christmas!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Celia Hay & all of us at the New Zealand School of Food and Wine wish you a very merry Christmas and restful holiday season. Enjoy lots of delicious food at home.

Learning Styles

NumberWorks'nWords Manukau

At NumberWorks'nWords we will give your child the tools and strategies that work for them.

Report anything or find advice online...

New Zealand Police

...and get back to summer.

This summer you can report anything or find advice online and it’s quick and easy to do.

Simply go to 105.police.govt.nz and get back to the barbeque. Find out more

Gifting ... TV PLEASE

Wanita from Otara

Hi there would there be anyone no longer needing there & wanting to gift please may we we be considered .. we had a old 29 inch box TV that did us well for couple years but has split apart so have had to put it away our awesome neighbor let us use her 14 inch which does good but has issues with… View moreHi there would there be anyone no longer needing there & wanting to gift please may we we be considered .. we had a old 29 inch box TV that did us well for couple years but has split apart so have had to put it away our awesome neighbor let us use her 14 inch which does good but has issues with picture & volume . & Have tried other avenues but no success .. I have had a TV from winz in the 6 months but due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to let it go .. .. .. happy&great ful for anything ... Also I don't have transportation of my own but is willing to pay for fuel .. located otarA . Please in need for the Xmas time ... Thank in advance

Free Sofa

Maan from Dannemora

Free Sofa but needs to be picked up on Monday, 23rd December at 10:00 A.M. from Epsom.

Free

Tis the season to have Milanos Pizza!

Milanos Pizza

We have the best ingredients, best pizza and best taste you will only get at Milanos Pizza and Portugese Grilled Chicken.

We make our own fresh dough and we mix all our spices for our sauces. Our chef and owner have twenty-five years of experience making Pizza.

Our Portuguese Chicken is … View moreWe have the best ingredients, best pizza and best taste you will only get at Milanos Pizza and Portugese Grilled Chicken.

We make our own fresh dough and we mix all our spices for our sauces. Our chef and owner have twenty-five years of experience making Pizza.

Our Portuguese Chicken is marinated in our own special Portuguese lemon flavour Sauce. Delicious either grilled or Fried. All our Chicken is fresh.

Milanos Gourmet burgers and fish are something special. Our burger fillings are authentically special and our fish is fresh and lightly coated with own made mix flour and spices.

You can order online from our two locations Manukau and Hamilton

We guarantee something special for everyone. See our specials!

Share your favourite blueberry recipe - *Win

The Team from Blueberry Country Ltd.

How creative can you get with blueberries? From cakes, to smoothies, salads, glazes and more - Blueberry Country wants to know your favourite recipe!

Simply send us your recipe with an image of what you've made, and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 Briscoes voucher. Competition ends … View moreHow creative can you get with blueberries? From cakes, to smoothies, salads, glazes and more - Blueberry Country wants to know your favourite recipe!

Simply send us your recipe with an image of what you've made, and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 Briscoes voucher. Competition ends on February 12, with winners announced on February 14. Go in the draw. Enter now

Christmas Lunch at NZSFW!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Annual Christmas lunch featured a journey of splendid dishes prepared by our Level 4 Chef students.

Merry Christmas to all!