Toys of the Past at Pakuranga Library today!
It's today! π
Original post from Pakuranga Library:
βToys of the Past x Howick Historical Village πͺ
If you missed the fun last Wednesday, there will be another drop-in session this coming Wednesday (Oct 1st) in the afternoon. No registrations required; just drop-in anytime between 2 to 4pm.
We will step back in time with Howick Historical Village at the library! Tamariki and whΔnau can (re)discover some of the beloved toys and pastimes of the past, and try their hands at the games tamariki once loved to playπ
Thank you to Katherine the lovely educator for sharing her knowledge and showing our community how to enjoy the toys and games from the past.
π Where: Pakuranga Library, 7 Aylesbury Street, Pakuranga
β° When: Drop-in session: Any time between 2-4pm, Wednesday, 1 October
Cost: FREE
Image and info credit: Pakuranga Library/Auckland Council Libraries
A riddle to start the festive season π²ππ
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? π°π²
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if itβs approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.4% Yes
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46.6% No
Auckland, why are we so excited about a new store? ππ
I think weβve all seen the traffic notices and headlines about the new IKEA by now!
So hereβs the question: why do we get so excited when a new store opens? Convenience? Curiosity? A reason for a weekend outing? Weβd love to hear your thoughts!
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