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Healthy young lillies ready to plant into your garden. Pick up in unsworth, Albany.
Biosecurity New Zealand is urging Aucklanders to continue to be on the lookout for yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) or nests.
Risk to New Zealand from hornets:
The yellow-legged hornet is a biosecurity concern due to its potential impact on honeybee and wild bee populations. It primarily … View moreBiosecurity New Zealand is urging Aucklanders to continue to be on the lookout for yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) or nests.
Risk to New Zealand from hornets:
The yellow-legged hornet is a biosecurity concern due to its potential impact on honeybee and wild bee populations. It primarily feeds on bees, wasps, and flies. It may compete with native insects and birds for food, and it has a painful sting.
Since 17 October 2025, 9 confirmed queen hornets have been found in Glenfield and Birkdale. All detected hornets and nests have been safely removed.
The best surveillance tool we have is for people to report any sightings of suspected hornets or hornet nests.
Biosecurity New Zealand is aware of members of the public taking previously published photos of the hornet and posting them on social media, with claims it is a new discovery in a different region of New Zealand. This means confirmation from photographs alone is not possible and could be misleading.
Need help identifying hornets and their nests? Head here.
Reports can be made at report.mpi.govt.nz
by calling Biosecurity New Zealand’s exotic pest and disease hotline on 0800 809 966
Need help learning English ? 😄 Join us at our friendly church for the English Conversation Group on Wednesday 19th November 1pm - 230pm. No skill level required. We can also help you with any questions you may have about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All … View moreNeed help learning English ? 😄 Join us at our friendly church for the English Conversation Group on Wednesday 19th November 1pm - 230pm. No skill level required. We can also help you with any questions you may have about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All welcome. A donation greatly appreciated but not necessary. Laughter guaranteed! See you there!! Cheers Helen😁
GRAB A BARGAIN – good stocking filler for Christmas
End of line sale of half and full finger gloves
$2.00 per pair
Full finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Half finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Kevlar stitched with double reinforced palms and low cut wrist band with velcro closure
MEASUREMENTS
Glove … View moreGRAB A BARGAIN – good stocking filler for Christmas
End of line sale of half and full finger gloves
$2.00 per pair
Full finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Half finger sizes: Small, SXXX
Kevlar stitched with double reinforced palms and low cut wrist band with velcro closure
MEASUREMENTS
Glove Size Hand Width
SXXX 8 cm
Small 9 cm
How it works:
1. Visit our clinic (bring passport)
2. Complete the forms at reception
3. Pay
4. Come back for your appointment
For more info:
☎️ 09 478 2878
📍 3/317 Sunset Road, Sunnynook, Auckland
📧 reception@sunsetrfd.co.nz
Short on garden space? No worries. A tiered planter is ideal for small spaces and can be used for strawberries, herbs or salad greens. We finished ours in Resene Forest Green, Resene Green House, Resene Caper and Resene Red Berry. Find out how to create your own tiered planter with these easy step … View moreShort on garden space? No worries. A tiered planter is ideal for small spaces and can be used for strawberries, herbs or salad greens. We finished ours in Resene Forest Green, Resene Green House, Resene Caper and Resene Red Berry. Find out how to create your own tiered planter with these easy step by step instructions.
Premium care is just meters away from our village. Join our caring community, where passion thrives. Trust Terrace Kennedy House for exceptional care and meaningful connections.
Police are working to locate Paul Kyle Peekay Rehua, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police.
Rehua, 42, is wanted in relation to escaping custody and is believed to be in the wider Waitematā area, though he known to frequent the greater Auckland and Waikato regions. It’s … View morePolice are working to locate Paul Kyle Peekay Rehua, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police.
Rehua, 42, is wanted in relation to escaping custody and is believed to be in the wider Waitematā area, though he known to frequent the greater Auckland and Waikato regions. It’s believed he is actively avoiding Police.
If you have seen Rehua or have any information that may assist in locating him, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 251107/5350.
Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
The holidays are just around the corner! With sunny days ahead, it’s the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy summer. ☀️ Follow the link to see how you can keep yourself and your whānau safe while having fun in the sun!
Welcome to our English Social Group on Monday 17th November. The morning session is 🌻 10am-12pm 😄 or the evening group is 7pm- 830pm. Come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided at … View moreWelcome to our English Social Group on Monday 17th November. The morning session is 🌻 10am-12pm 😄 or the evening group is 7pm- 830pm. Come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided at both groups. A gold coin donation 🪙appreciated to cover costs, but not necessary. Everybody welcome. Bring a friend along if you wish. Laughter & fun guaranteed! 🤣🍒 See you there! Cheers Helen
Kiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭
These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You… View moreKiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭
These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You can actually buy a symbolic piece of one of New Zealand’s most remote islands as part of the Auckland Island Restoration Project.
If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into the project?
And maybe the bigger question — should we be looking at doing the same kind of thing for wildlife refuges on our main islands too?
A number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.
Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.
Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your … View moreA number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.
Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.
Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your login details – including your username and passwords – by email or phone.
⚠️ Your bank will never send direct links to log in to online banking platforms via email or SMS.
⚠️ Your bank does not need to know your full credit card number and CVV number (they already know these details!)
⚠️ Your bank will never ask you to download software or remotely access your device.
If you’re living with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low mood or anxiety or just feeling a bit isolated we’d love you to join our walking group!
It’s a free, safe, and welcoming space to:
• Move your body
• Clear your mind
• Connect with others
No pressure. … View moreIf you’re living with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low mood or anxiety or just feeling a bit isolated we’d love you to join our walking group!
It’s a free, safe, and welcoming space to:
• Move your body
• Clear your mind
• Connect with others
No pressure. Just fresh air, friendly faces, and better health together.
When: Thursdays weekly - arrive by 1:40pm, walk starts at 2:00pm
Where: The Doctors Sunset, 3/317 Sunset Road
Meet: Ali, our Health Coach, will meet you in the clinic waiting room
Distance: Minimum 3km
Requirements: Be able to slow-walk for 40-50 minutes & be a registered patient.
For more information: Speak with reception 09 478 2878
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
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