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Auckland Zoo staff have joined Matuku Link colleagues to scour for the elusive puweto.
Puweto, or the small dark coloured rails, live in freshwater wetlands scattered throughout the country, with their largest populations in the North Island.
The Matuku Link is a 37 hectare native forest block in… View moreAuckland Zoo staff have joined Matuku Link colleagues to scour for the elusive puweto.
Puweto, or the small dark coloured rails, live in freshwater wetlands scattered throughout the country, with their largest populations in the North Island.
The Matuku Link is a 37 hectare native forest block in west Auckland's Bethell's Valley.
The reserve connects many protected areas including Ark in the Park, Habitat Te Henga, Forrest Ridge and Matuku Reserve.
Staff from the zoo and Matuku Link joined volunteers to search for the birds in Bethells wetlands.
The presence of small dark coloured rails in a particular wetland signals the overall health of the ecosystem.
But more than 90 per cent of New Zealand's wetland areas have been drained and cleared for agriculture which has yielded a major impact on all species.
Puweto need vegetation such as raupo and kuta in which to forage and nest.
Surveyors used a recorded sound of the birds' calls to aid monitoring.
They saw two puweto and netted 13 call responses at 38 listening posts.
Photo: John Sumich
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.
Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.
See what's on near you at … View moreThere are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.
Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.
See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
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Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.
The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach … View moreWaka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.
The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach off-ramp with access controlled by a stop/go managment system.
Motorists are encouraged to use the Western Ring route if there are delays on the bridge. Three lanes will be open to traffic in both directions says Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Auckland System Manager, Andrea Williamson.
“The resurfacing process on the bridge requires 3-5 days to “cure” before allowing traffic on it, so while it may look as if nothing is happening the team will be using the lanes closure for other maintenance tasks, including water blasting and painting just below the road deck.”
Motorists are advised to check Waka Kotahi's social media sites for any updates on the lane closures during the 10 day period.
Auckland Zoo bird keepers Casey and Erin have helped Ark in the Park to band and weigh tiny 15-day old kokako chicks.
Ark in the Park is an open sanctuary and conservation project in the Waitākere Ranges near Auckland.
Zoo staff joined volunteers to take an annual census in the west Auckland … View moreAuckland Zoo bird keepers Casey and Erin have helped Ark in the Park to band and weigh tiny 15-day old kokako chicks.
Ark in the Park is an open sanctuary and conservation project in the Waitākere Ranges near Auckland.
Zoo staff joined volunteers to take an annual census in the west Auckland nature reserve, recording all banded and un-banded birds.
About 1600 pairs of kokako remain in the north island.
The census is held to note their presence in the forest and determine if their populations are growing.
The bands are used to identify each individual bird which bears its own unique colour combination.
Data gleaned from the survey is used to scout out nests.
The chicks are moved from the nest for weighing and banding before being returned swiftly to their mother.
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A pop-up cycleway is planned for Captain Scott Rd in Glen Eden to link Savoy Rd with the train station.
The path will trial connecting the existing cycleway in Savoy Rd to the town centre and comes after two community co-design workshops this month.
The pop-up cycleway is part of Waka Kotahi’s … View moreA pop-up cycleway is planned for Captain Scott Rd in Glen Eden to link Savoy Rd with the train station.
The path will trial connecting the existing cycleway in Savoy Rd to the town centre and comes after two community co-design workshops this month.
The pop-up cycleway is part of Waka Kotahi’s $210,000 Innovating Streets for People pilot programme.
Waitakere Ranges Local Board Member Mark Allen said there will be room for evaluation and feedback at the end of the trial.
“.... providing a safe way for the community to use other methods of transport to connect to the town centre will only be beneficial in the long run, and that’s why this project is so exciting," Allen said.
To Our Dear Customers & Neighbours,
This year more than ever we would like to say THANK YOU and express our sincerest appreciation for the trust you have placed in our local business and team.
2020 has been a challenging year and Exceed wouldn´t be where we are today, if it weren't for … View moreTo Our Dear Customers & Neighbours,
This year more than ever we would like to say THANK YOU and express our sincerest appreciation for the trust you have placed in our local business and team.
2020 has been a challenging year and Exceed wouldn´t be where we are today, if it weren't for our lovely customers.
We would like to wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas & Safe and Happy New Year!
Cheers to a better and happier New Year!
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Police have swapped handing out tickets with donating toys to children at Northwest mall.
Officers from Massey were snapped spreading the Christmas cheer from a trolley brimming with soft toys.
Members of the community had donated the gifts to police.
What is your children's favourite toy … View morePolice have swapped handing out tickets with donating toys to children at Northwest mall.
Officers from Massey were snapped spreading the Christmas cheer from a trolley brimming with soft toys.
Members of the community had donated the gifts to police.
What is your children's favourite toy this Christmas?
What are their top requests from Santa?
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Hi Neighbours,
For those that aren't Christians or who don't celebrate Christmas, how will you spend December 25? Or do you know of anyone that absolutely despises the festive season? Let me know in the comments below or give me a bell - I'd love to hear from you! (027 200 5142 / … View moreHi Neighbours,
For those that aren't Christians or who don't celebrate Christmas, how will you spend December 25? Or do you know of anyone that absolutely despises the festive season? Let me know in the comments below or give me a bell - I'd love to hear from you! (027 200 5142 / torika.tokalau@stuff.co.nz) Thanks!
Customers will have more time to shop for last-minute gifts during the busiest time of the year, with Westfield shopping malls across Auckland set to extend their trading hours to midnight tonight. Westfield Albany, Manukau, St Lukes and New Market will be open from 9am to midnight tonight, Scentre… View moreCustomers will have more time to shop for last-minute gifts during the busiest time of the year, with Westfield shopping malls across Auckland set to extend their trading hours to midnight tonight. Westfield Albany, Manukau, St Lukes and New Market will be open from 9am to midnight tonight, Scentre Group said today in a press release.
Other malls across the country will also see extended hours, with Westfield Riccarton, near Christchurch, trading from 9am to 10pm today. Westfield Albany, Manukau and St Lukes will be open from 9am to 6pm tomorrow, allowing employees to head home at a more normal time on Christmas Eve. Westfield Newmarket will be open from 9am to 7pm.
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This summer, head to the Museum for an exciting line-up of LEGO® activities for the whole family!
Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is on now, featuring 37 incredible LEGO® brick models and five building stations. The Brick Room is also open, where kids can spend an hour building … View moreThis summer, head to the Museum for an exciting line-up of LEGO® activities for the whole family!
Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is on now, featuring 37 incredible LEGO® brick models and five building stations. The Brick Room is also open, where kids can spend an hour building with thousands of LEGO® bricks for just $5 per child.
If you’re in the mood to explore, pick up a free trail map from the South Atrium and hunt for LEGO® models masquerading as Museum objects on our Brickman Awesome Treasure Hunt. Finally, entries for our Museum LEGO® Master Builder Competition are open, so get building at home and submit a photo of your Aotearoa-inspired creation!
The Incredible Rooftop Tour is back for a limited season this summer! From next Tuesday enjoy incredible panoramic views of the city while learning about the fascinating history of Auckland Museum.
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