Onehunga, Auckland

Two more limited-edition Banksy artworks offered for sale

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, two paintings by street artist Banksy are up for auction in Auckland, following the successful sale of three of his other works.
Five weeks after the trio of paintings fetched $138,000, two more prints, Jack and Jill (Police Kids) and Soup Can, will be offered at the International … View moreHi neighbours, two paintings by street artist Banksy are up for auction in Auckland, following the successful sale of three of his other works.
Five weeks after the trio of paintings fetched $138,000, two more prints, Jack and Jill (Police Kids) and Soup Can, will be offered at the International Art Centre in Parnell on August 11. The International Art Centre said it expected Jack and Jill to go for up to $35,000, while Soup Can was expected to bring up to $50,000.

Would you ever pay that much for art?

SPCA closes investigation into live chickens in bags on Auckland street

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Charges won’t be laid after a video appearing to show live chickens in bags on an Auckland street wa…

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Taken

Jen from Ellerslie

To whoever thought that they could remove a basketball stand with hoop from the lamp post up at the end of Brookfield Ave Onehunga!

It was not free for removal, anytime I have items available for free I advertise here. That is my 9 year old sons, hoop and yes he still used it. No I cant replace … View moreTo whoever thought that they could remove a basketball stand with hoop from the lamp post up at the end of Brookfield Ave Onehunga!

It was not free for removal, anytime I have items available for free I advertise here. That is my 9 year old sons, hoop and yes he still used it. No I cant replace it. If you could return the hoop, I would appreciate it because I dont want to explain to my son why people think it's alright to a help themselves to things that do not belong to them!

Thanks

Man charged for allegedly presenting pistol at police in central Auckland

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

A 30-year-old man has been charged after allegedly presenting a gun towards police officers in centr…

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Are you looking for a new employment opportunity and have a trade background?

The team from EnergySmart - Auckland

An exciting and financially rewarding opportunity is now available for a capable, well organised person to join our residential home assessment team.

Partial refund for unfinished Auckland Sir Elton John concert, after 6-month fight

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland nurses who cared for the late Andy Haden 'overwhelmed by generosity'

Jackson Thomas Reporter from Central Leader

All Black great Andy Haden looks set to leave another lasting legacy, this one for those who cared f…

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Still time left to have your say

The Team from Auckland Council

There is still time to have your say on our three-year local board plan. Love local get vocal. Have your say

Meet Alex and Olivia

Tāmaki AKL

Tāmaki locals Alex and Olivia own Peach’s Hot Chicken in Panmure.

“It’s so nice to see the same faces regularly. It makes us feel like we’re involved and part of the community.”

There are around 900 businesses in Tāmaki. Together they create community, character and local jobs. … View moreTāmaki locals Alex and Olivia own Peach’s Hot Chicken in Panmure.

“It’s so nice to see the same faces regularly. It makes us feel like we’re involved and part of the community.”

There are around 900 businesses in Tāmaki. Together they create community, character and local jobs. Whenever you can, shop where it makes the most difference.

Read more about Alex and Olivia (and other local business legends like them) on the Tāmaki AKL website. Find out more

Auckland police shooting: Accused appeals decision to deny him name suppression

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

The man accused of fatally shooting police Constable Matthew Hunt has filed an appeal after a High C…

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Leo Molloy fined, banned from racing industry after abusive online comments

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

Well-known Auckland businessman Leo Molloy has been fined and banned from racing for one year after …

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Man arrested after allegedly brandishing gun at police in Auckland's CBD

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

A man has been arrested after a weapon was found during a routine traffic stop in Auckland central. …

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Grief Support meeting

Mabel from Hillsborough

Central Auckland Grief Support is a peer support group for adults who have gone through grief or loss, such as separation or divorce, the death of a significant person in their life or other major family changes. Our next meeting is planned on Saturday 15 August 2pm in the Hillsborough area. To … View moreCentral Auckland Grief Support is a peer support group for adults who have gone through grief or loss, such as separation or divorce, the death of a significant person in their life or other major family changes. Our next meeting is planned on Saturday 15 August 2pm in the Hillsborough area. To find out more and to register, please contact Mabel at 021-1734978.

Crown Lynn Before and After!

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

How many of us collect Crown Lynn? Swipe to get up close to the repair of a tiny crack on this elegant Crown Lynn piece.

Election 2020: What you need to know

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, The 2020 general election is less than two months away. Here’s everything you need to know about how to vote, where you can do it, when, and how the process of forming a government works.