Choice News Tuesday: Spring is in full swing, and the birds are getting busy š£
Springās here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. Itās a great time to get outsideāmany birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures š
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of Conservation have put together a nifty guide on how to plan and plant a garden that attracts native birds.
We hope this brings a smile!
Poll: Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? ā
Auckland has a thriving cafe culture, but with costs climbing, that culture is under pressure. Weāve seen the headlines about recent closures across the country, and itās a tough pill to swallow along with a $6+ coffee.
We all want our favourite spots to stay open, but we also have to balance our own budgets āļø
We want to know: How are you handling the "coffee math" in 2026? Are you still heading to your local for a chat and a caffeine fix, or has the cost of living changed your habits?
Keen to read more about "coffee math"? The Post has you covered.
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42% I avoid spending money on coffee
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41.3% I still indulge at my local cafe
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16.7% Irrelevant - coffee is not for me
Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?
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76.1% Inside!
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23.9% On top!
Got more greens than you know what to do with? š„¦š±š„
Whether itās a courgette takeover or a feijoa frenzy, donāt let those garden gems go to waste!
Our suggestion to you: Did you know you can grate and freeze excess courgettes to use in chocolate cake later? It sounds a bit dodgy, but it makes the cake incredibly moist ... and hey, it counts as a serving of veg, right? š«
Whatās your go-to move for a bumper harvest? Drop your best "glut" recipes or preservation hacks in the comments below! š
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