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Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff
Firearms, ammunition, swords, dead animals, chemicals, tree stumps and Christmas trees are just some of the strange things Aucklanders have attempted to recycle this year.
However, the contest for the most unexpected items went to those who tried to recycle a samurai sword and an artificial hip … View moreFirearms, ammunition, swords, dead animals, chemicals, tree stumps and Christmas trees are just some of the strange things Aucklanders have attempted to recycle this year.
However, the contest for the most unexpected items went to those who tried to recycle a samurai sword and an artificial hip joint.
Auckland Council is pleading with residents to be wary of what they recycle, as it reveals some of the weird items found in the yellow-top recycling bins in 2019.
Anyone who attempted to recycled prohibited items bubble wrap, plastic bags, ribbons, batteries, food scraps, clothing, footwear, electronics, broken glass, polystyrene and single-use coffee cups should consider themselves an addition to "Santa's Naughty List", Auckland Council said.
Are you on the naughty list? What weird things have you tried recycling?
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Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff
Hi Neighbours, Are you in the city for New Year's Eve? Auckland is putting on it's biggest-ever downtown event, a forerunner of how it hopes to launch America's Cup year 2021. Does this sound like you ? Read the story below :
Bring a hat and sun-block and pick your own strawberries fresh from the field. Explore the rows to find the sweetest, biggest Strawberries. Take them home for yourself, friends and family to eat fresh or turn them into a frozen sensation.
Make a day of it and bring a picnic! Please bring along… View moreBring a hat and sun-block and pick your own strawberries fresh from the field. Explore the rows to find the sweetest, biggest Strawberries. Take them home for yourself, friends and family to eat fresh or turn them into a frozen sensation.
Make a day of it and bring a picnic! Please bring along bag, container, punnet, bucket as we no longer provide plastic bags.
After picking in the fields, enjoy real fruit ice-cream made from our own fruit and mixed before your eyes – available from our caravan at 256 Omaha Flats Road.
Open 7 days from 26th December 9am to 5pm (including public Holidays) EFTPOS facilities with parking on grass By the Caravan 256 Omaha Flats Road
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The Team from Auckland Council
If you see dumped rubbish call 0800 NO DUMP (0800 663 867).
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000.
Your waste is your responsibility. For more information on how to dispose of unwanted items check out aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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New Zealand School of Food & Wine
Celia Hay & all of us at the New Zealand School of Food and Wine wish you a very merry Christmas and restful holiday season. Enjoy lots of delicious food at home.
Brian from Hatfields Beach
Dear Neighbours,
We have a single bed base (including legs) and mattress all in good condition to give away.
Please call 021 727079 to view and/or arrange pick up.
Free
Delys from Mahurangi North
Solid Silver beech wood dining suite
Very good condition
8 x Chairs have a woven seat
Original Willets Furniture Omaru
Dimensions 207cm x 109cm.
Based in Warkworth
Price: $650
At NumberWorks'nWords we will give your child the tools and strategies that work for them.
...and get back to summer.
This summer you can report anything or find advice online and it’s quick and easy to do.
Simply go to 105.police.govt.nz and get back to the barbeque.
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Kiran from Orewa
Well looked after car for sale.
Model: Toyota Vitz 2004
Driven for: around 93000 kms
WOF Expires: Aug 2020
Rego Expires: Aug 2020
Color: Red
… View moreWell looked after car for sale.
Model: Toyota Vitz 2004
Driven for: around 93000 kms
WOF Expires: Aug 2020
Rego Expires: Aug 2020
Color: Red
Reverse camera
Bluetooth
maps
FM
Reach out on 022 264 7046 if you like to see.
Price: $4,499
Christina from Snells Beach & Mahurangi East
First Carrier for puppy with harness...up to 2.8-3kg used but in excellent condition. Black with red trim.
We used this to carry our puppy to the shops and cafe as they are fully enclosed and the wee windows are net...and she has yet to complete her full vaccinations. Keeps them safe and away from … View moreFirst Carrier for puppy with harness...up to 2.8-3kg used but in excellent condition. Black with red trim.
We used this to carry our puppy to the shops and cafe as they are fully enclosed and the wee windows are net...and she has yet to complete her full vaccinations. Keeps them safe and away from other doggies yet they can see you. It has a shoulder strap or you can carry like a bag. Sheepskin sitting area for their comfort.
Price: $25
Shirley Green from Hibiscus Coast Anglican Parish
You are invited to join us as we celebrate Christmas at St Chads.
Tonight is our community carol night with live nativity in the car park 117 Centreway Road Orewa between 7 and 8 pm. (If wet - in church) Followed by refreshments. This is a community event so please come and join us. All are … View moreYou are invited to join us as we celebrate Christmas at St Chads.
Tonight is our community carol night with live nativity in the car park 117 Centreway Road Orewa between 7 and 8 pm. (If wet - in church) Followed by refreshments. This is a community event so please come and join us. All are welcome.
Hi neighbours. Baycrest Village is a most popular place to live! It's sunny, spacious, has private indoor/outdoor living, generous storage and garages with internal access. The weekly service fees are low.
Baycrest Village is a registered Charitable Trust with a friendly atmosphere. … View moreHi neighbours. Baycrest Village is a most popular place to live! It's sunny, spacious, has private indoor/outdoor living, generous storage and garages with internal access. The weekly service fees are low.
Baycrest Village is a registered Charitable Trust with a friendly atmosphere. We're a supportive community with Christian values. From all of us at the village, we'd like to wish our community a Happy Christmas and Summer Season.
For further info about Baycrest Village, email dianne@baycrestvillage.co.nz or
phone 09 424 2719.
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New Zealand School of Food & Wine
Our Annual Christmas lunch featured a journey of splendid dishes prepared by our Level 4 Chef students.
Merry Christmas to all!
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