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Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.
Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.
Anyone with information is urged not to approach him … View morePolice are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.
Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.
Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 241018/9095.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
⚠️Public urged to look out for hornets in Auckland⚠️
Biosecurity New Zealand has been quick to respond to the threat of a small yellow-legged hornet (YLH) nest reported by a resident in the suburb of Glenfield.
It is the first time that a queen YLH has been found in New Zealand, after two… View more⚠️Public urged to look out for hornets in Auckland⚠️
Biosecurity New Zealand has been quick to respond to the threat of a small yellow-legged hornet (YLH) nest reported by a resident in the suburb of Glenfield.
It is the first time that a queen YLH has been found in New Zealand, after two male hornets were found earlier this year.
The YLH feeds on honeybees 🐝💔 as well as other insects.
We are very fortunate to be free of hornet populations in NZ. Please spread this to your networks—we need the help of Aucklanders to eliminate any further risk.
Take a photo of any suspected sightings 📸 (as with any wasp keep your distance) and report it online at report.mpi.govt.nz or call 0800 80 99 66. ☎️
What do yellow-legged hornets look like?
These hornets (a hornet is a type of wasp) are larger than the other five species of wasps in NZ. They are round 2 cm to 3 cm long with a black head and a yellow face. Between the first and second abdominal segment is a narrow yellow band. The wings are a smoky brown colour and not transparent like other common wasps.
🔗Check this MPI fact sheet to see a detailed image of these wasps and their nests: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Aucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 Tūpuna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. 🔥🚫
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites — including Te Pane o Mataoho / Māngere Mountain last year. Even one spark… View moreAucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 Tūpuna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. 🔥🚫
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites — including Te Pane o Mataoho / Māngere Mountain last year. Even one spark can harm the cultural and natural beauty of our maunga.
Let’s protect these special places together.
‼️ Latest update from Eastern Busway. ‼️
“Kia ora,
We’d like to let you know about upcoming work as part of the Eastern Busway project so that you’re informed ahead of time.
Changes will be in place on Tī Rākau Drive in both directions between Pakūranga Road and William … View more‼️ Latest update from Eastern Busway. ‼️
“Kia ora,
We’d like to let you know about upcoming work as part of the Eastern Busway project so that you’re informed ahead of time.
Changes will be in place on Tī Rākau Drive in both directions between Pakūranga Road and William Roberts Road from Friday 24 October to Saturday 27 December. Please see the attached map.
Important information
There will be one lane open in each direction on Ti Rākau Drive and the right turn from Tī Rākau Drive to the South Eastern Highway will be closed.
Motorists will be able to access the South Eastern Highway using Rā Hihi – flyover.
Please allow extra travel time during peak hours while everyone adjusts to the reduced lane layout.
A section of footpath will be closed between the South Eastern Highway and Tiraumea Drive, along with the pedestrian crossings at that location. Signs will guide people to the nearest pedestrian crossing by Mattson Road to cross Tī Rākau Drive. Your safety is our priority, please only use pedestrian crossings.
When it’s completed, the Eastern Busway will provide transport options for people to get to more places, more frequently. Thank you for your patience while the busway is built.
Further information about the Eastern Busway project is at easternbusway.nz.... You’re also welcome to contact our Customer and Community team on info@easternbusway.nz or call 0800 287 929.
Kind regards
Eastern Busway Team “
Info and image credit: Eastern Busway
A HUGE thank you to bakersdelightbotany for generously donating a delicious morning tea for our amazing volunteers! Your thoughtful support brought a lovely sense of community to our morning. 🙂
Pictured are CAB Botany Manager, Megan with Joel from Bakers Delight Botany Downs plus CAB Botany … View moreA HUGE thank you to bakersdelightbotany for generously donating a delicious morning tea for our amazing volunteers! Your thoughtful support brought a lovely sense of community to our morning. 🙂
Pictured are CAB Botany Manager, Megan with Joel from Bakers Delight Botany Downs plus CAB Botany Volunteer, Renee, who said the pistachio danish was delicious! 🍩
At CAB, we regularly help people with questions about their rights when buying goods, including toys. The law requires retailers to sell toys that are safe, but here are Six Safety Checks you can do yourself before you buy a toy and that can make all the difference for your tamariki:
🖍Size … View moreAt CAB, we regularly help people with questions about their rights when buying goods, including toys. The law requires retailers to sell toys that are safe, but here are Six Safety Checks you can do yourself before you buy a toy and that can make all the difference for your tamariki:
🖍Size – big enough not to choke
🖍Surface – smooth edges, no cracks or jagged bits, no sharp bits
🖍 Strings – not too long
🖍 Supervision – some toys need you there
🖍 Sound – not too loud for little ears
🖍 Specs – Check the packaging for information on hazards, small parts and the right age range for tamariki.
Safer toys = safer tamariki. Easy as!
Check out more tips for safe toys starship.org.nz/safekids/toy-product-safety
For information about how you can be sure that a product you buy is safe - including about mandatory product safety standards and recall notices for unsafe products - visit cab.org.nz/article/KB00000244
[Image description: Text reads "Toy Safety Week - Before you buy that toy, do the Six Safety Checks!. Image of a child playing with blocks and a toy car with the CAB logo at the bottom right.]
Original post credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
It happened in the middle of the supermarket.
My child wanted the blue lollipop, not the red one. Then — the tears, the screams, the looks from strangers. 😔
For a moment, I felt my own body tense — embarrassed, frustrated, helpless.
Then I took a deep breath. 🌬️
I knelt down and … View moreIt happened in the middle of the supermarket.
My child wanted the blue lollipop, not the red one. Then — the tears, the screams, the looks from strangers. 😔
For a moment, I felt my own body tense — embarrassed, frustrated, helpless.
Then I took a deep breath. 🌬️
I knelt down and whispered, “You’re safe. I can see you’re really upset.”
He kept crying… but softer. His little body started to melt in my arms.
In that moment, I realised: he wasn’t trying to make a scene — he was overwhelmed.
And what he needed most wasn’t control or correction — it was connection. 🤍
Later, we talked about it. We named the feelings, and he told me, “I was mad because I really wanted that blue one.” Simple words, but powerful honesty.
Parenting isn’t about perfection. It’s about staying calm enough to show our children what safety feels like — even when the world is watching. 🌱
💕 Last Friday, the volunteers at Botany and Pakuranga CABs held a fundraiser for Sweet Louise. Sweet Louise supports men and women with advanced (incurable) breast cancer.
🌸 We enjoyed a shared lunch with quite a pink theme! The baking quiz wasn't as easy as some thought with the … View more💕 Last Friday, the volunteers at Botany and Pakuranga CABs held a fundraiser for Sweet Louise. Sweet Louise supports men and women with advanced (incurable) breast cancer.
🌸 We enjoyed a shared lunch with quite a pink theme! The baking quiz wasn't as easy as some thought with the question about Snickerdoodle biscuits catching people out. But we had fun. 🙂 Many thanks to the Social Team for making sure it was an occasion to remember. 👏
Grateful thanks to our sponsors and supporters and a big shoutout to freshchoicehalfmoonbay for donating a very generous hamper for the occasion.
We would also like to thank Carolyn Bruce Designs - Statement Jewelry for donating some of her gorgeous work for our fundraiser. 💕
We were thrilled to raise $1183. 🙏
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Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
Our JP service will not be operating this weekend due to the public holiday.
Excellent Condition - bought for a wedding
Length: 86cm from shoulder to hem
Fitted silhouette
Lightweight woven fabrication
Statement ruched design
Front ruffle detail
… View moreExcellent Condition - bought for a wedding
Length: 86cm from shoulder to hem
Fitted silhouette
Lightweight woven fabrication
Statement ruched design
Front ruffle detail
Adjustable spaghetti straps
Zip back/hook and eye fastening
Lined
Cold delicate machine wash
Outer: 100% Polyester. Lining: 95% Polyester, 5% Elastane
Be a head turner!
Pick up Half Moon Bay
We’ll be open again from Tuesday 28th October. 🙂
Photo credit: Charles Clifton (Little Kaiteriteri)
When the odds seem stacked against you, this mindful craft project is a way to find peace. Create your own balance rocks using wood and Resene Waterborne Woodsman testpots. Find out how to make and stain your own wooden balancing rocks with these easy step by step instructions.
With Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, we’re on the hunt for NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree!
Whether it’s bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading… View moreWith Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, we’re on the hunt for NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree!
Whether it’s bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading Christmas magic this season.
And now for the showstopper... 🌟
One tree will rise above them all, capturing the most public votes and the title of NZ’s Most Loved Christmas Tree 2025, along with the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange, this year’s ultimate Christmas prize. 🎁🎄
To spread the cheer even further, four lucky trees will be chosen as Santa’s Lucky Trees, each receiving a $200 Space General Gift Voucher, the perfect way to add extra sparkle this season. 🎅🎁
Need a tree first? Explore our beautiful range here and start your Christmas magic!
📅 Public voting opens: 10 November 2025
⏳ Entries close: 17 December 2025
🎄 Winners unwrapped before Christmas — so strike a pose and share your festive masterpiece!
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