Have you spotted Auckland's newest insect in your backyard?
Our Curator of Entomology* John Early has discovered a species of bug that has recently established itself in Auckland. The green lacewing is "a beautiful little insect, lovely to behold. It is a pale leaf green with a golden strip down its back and delicate wings that sparkle as it flies in the sunlight," says Early. But is this new resident a friend or a foe to the flora and fauna in our backyards? Read on to find out...
*Entomology is the study of insects and their relationship to humans, the environment, and other organisms.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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91.6% Yes
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8% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
Cleaner needed
Could anyone recommend a cleaner for a house in Botany please.It may need to be variable days as I am a shift worker.
Looking at 2 weekly.
Thanks in advance:)
The lads in the workshop...
The lads in the workshop work hard to ensure our customers' cars continue to work hard for them … but while they are serious about what they do, they like to have a good laugh now and then.
Alix (left) and Luke (right) chose not to share the joke ... #spoilsports
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