Grafton, Auckland

1987 days ago

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival Brings The Arthouse To Your House This Week

New Zealand Film Festival Trust

The highlight event of Winter is back – and this year it’s coming right to your own living room!

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival runs 24 July to 2 August with 79 feature films and seven short film collections from 41 countries screening in the unique At Home – … View more
The highlight event of Winter is back – and this year it’s coming right to your own living room!

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival runs 24 July to 2 August with 79 feature films and seven short film collections from 41 countries screening in the unique At Home – Online digital edition. Browse the programme and choose from documentaries, drama, doco-drama, short films, animation and a special programme for kids, and enjoy special filmmaker introductions and Q&As.

Selected films will also screen in 16 cinemas and theatres in eight cities – Auckland, Tauranga, Napier, New Plymouth, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Gore.
Find out more

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1987 days ago

Piano

Bede from Ponsonby

Mint condition piano upright Yamaha takemoto. Worth $5,500 will sell for $5,000
Phone +6421517088

Price: $5,000

1988 days ago

National plans to spend $15 billion upgrading Auckland's transport infrastructure

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, the National party has announced plans to spend $15 billion on upgrading Auckland's transport infrastructure if it's elected in September. The package, outlined by leader Judith Collins on Friday, would include a four-lane expressway, linking Whangārei, Auckland, Hamilton … View moreHi neighbours, the National party has announced plans to spend $15 billion on upgrading Auckland's transport infrastructure if it's elected in September. The package, outlined by leader Judith Collins on Friday, would include a four-lane expressway, linking Whangārei, Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga and extending the passenger rail network to Pōkeno. It would scrap plans to install light rail to the airport and instead build a train connection from Puhinui. The future of the Skypath is also in question. National would favour another Waitematā Harbour crossing in the form of a tunnel. What are your thoughts on the policies? Do you think they'll help combat congestion in Auckland? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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1987 days ago

FREE Two Seater couch - For Removal

Edwin from Grey Lynn

We have had this couch about 8 years, we are at least the second - maybe third - owners, so it's well used. Smokefree household. We have a furry cat - I have tried to remove as much fur as possible from the couch, but there's still residual which is quite difficult to remove.
Original … View more
We have had this couch about 8 years, we are at least the second - maybe third - owners, so it's well used. Smokefree household. We have a furry cat - I have tried to remove as much fur as possible from the couch, but there's still residual which is quite difficult to remove.
Original seat covers are ripped, so we covered with the burgundy covers you see in the image. Rest of the body is a dark blue/navy.
Dimentions - ~160cm wide and ~88cm deep

Pick up is Dryden Street, Grey Lynn - two strong people will need to be able to carry it down to your vehicle, there is a flight of stairs from grownd level to get to our flat.
Delivery is not an option.

Free

1988 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car! Call us 0800 500 001

The Team from AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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1988 days ago

Open day at Ponsonby Intermediate School

Ponsonby Intermediate

Come along to Ponsonby Intermediate School and see the school in action! We are holding one open morning and one open evening on the following dates:

Term 3:
Open Morning – Tuesday 28 July
Open Evening - Wednesday 12 August
6:00pm - Tours of the School in action
6:45pm - Principals address… View more
Come along to Ponsonby Intermediate School and see the school in action! We are holding one open morning and one open evening on the following dates:

Term 3:
Open Morning – Tuesday 28 July
Open Evening - Wednesday 12 August
6:00pm - Tours of the School in action
6:45pm - Principals address in the Hall
7:00pm - Ponsonby Performance Evening.
All welcome. Bookings only.

Email office@ponsint.school.nz
Learn more

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1990 days ago

Humanely dealing with pests this winter.

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Have you ever had a pest problem? I used to have a pet rat. They are smart, affectionate, clever little things. I'd never want to cause one unnecessary pain or suffering, which is why we've chosen to manage pests in our home with traps. It's not ideal, but it's better - and … View moreHave you ever had a pest problem? I used to have a pet rat. They are smart, affectionate, clever little things. I'd never want to cause one unnecessary pain or suffering, which is why we've chosen to manage pests in our home with traps. It's not ideal, but it's better - and safer - than poison. I've done a little research on humane, effective vermin control during the wet months, when they like to come in from the cold. Take a look:

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1988 days ago

New Zealand Wine Guide (2nd Edition) Book Launch

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

We celebrated the launch of the NZ Wine Guide with a wine tasting (naturally) and a guest appearance by illustrious wine maker and winery photographer, Kevin Judd. It is certainly Kevin's photos that provide such meaningful illustrations of the story of New Zealand wine and Kevin joined us … View moreWe celebrated the launch of the NZ Wine Guide with a wine tasting (naturally) and a guest appearance by illustrious wine maker and winery photographer, Kevin Judd. It is certainly Kevin's photos that provide such meaningful illustrations of the story of New Zealand wine and Kevin joined us live from his home in Marlborough.

Our tasting included 15 leading New Zealand Wines
Kumeu River Cremant
Blackenbrook Pinot Gris 2019
Tongue in Groove Riesling 2015
Millton Chenin Blanc 2018
Hans Herzog Mistral: Viognier, Marsanne, Roussane 2017
Kelly Washington Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Kumeu River Hunting Hill Chardonnay 2018
Cambridge Road Pinot Noir 2017
Greywacke Pinot Noir 2017
Burn Cottage Pinot Noir 2016
Passage Rock Syrah 2019
Craggy Range Merlot 2016
Hans Herzog Tempranillo 2015
Oak Estate Late Harvest Chardonnay 2018
Pegasus Bay Finale Noble Sauvignon Semillon 2017

We asked our guests to complete a questionnaire that included about what they liked about the wine: fruit? acid? mouthfeel? and then if they would buy the wine (as price is no object!).

The 5 top rated wines were:
Millton Chenin Blanc 2018
Kumeu River Hunting Hill Chardonnay 2018
Burn Cottage Pinot Noir 2016
Hans Herzog Tempranillo 2015
Pegasus Bay Finale Noble Sauvignon Semillon 2017

The 5 wines that people would buy were:
Millton Chenin Blanc 2018
Oak Estate Late Harvest Chardonnay 2018
Burn Cottage Pinot Noir 2016
Hans Herzog Tempranillo 2015
Pegasus Bay Finale Noble Sauvignon Semillon 2017
Pegasus Bay Finale Noble Sauvignon Semillon was the resounding winner on both questions.

Just goes to show that many kiwis do have a sweet-spot for those luscious white wines...

1988 days ago

Do you know what to plant in the garden right now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we list the veges to plant and harvest now plus it’s time to prune and plant roses, give wisteria a winter trim, sprout kūmara runners, chit seed potatoes and choose camellias to plant now.

Meet three generations of bulb grower in Northland and … View more
In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we list the veges to plant and harvest now plus it’s time to prune and plant roses, give wisteria a winter trim, sprout kūmara runners, chit seed potatoes and choose camellias to plant now.

Meet three generations of bulb grower in Northland and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for wild bird packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s July issue.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1989 days ago

Come along to our community meeting

David Seymour from David Seymour - MP for Epsom

Hi Neighbours,

As your local MP, I hold regular community meetings with informative speakers on a range of timely topics. We have hosted ambassadors, the Mayor, Reserve Bank Governors, animal welfare advocates and IRD tax experts.

Each year, I invite councillors serving the Epsom electorate … View more
Hi Neighbours,

As your local MP, I hold regular community meetings with informative speakers on a range of timely topics. We have hosted ambassadors, the Mayor, Reserve Bank Governors, animal welfare advocates and IRD tax experts.

Each year, I invite councillors serving the Epsom electorate to give a report on council activities. The decisions of the Council are often felt more acutely than those of central government, so it is important to hear from those making those decisions on our behalf.

On 24 July, I will be hosting Desley Simpson, the Auckland Councillor for the Orakei Ward at the Somervell Presbyterian Church 497 Remuera Road. The meeting will begin at 2:00pm, with light refreshments available from 1:30pm.

I do hope that you will be able to join me at what promises to be a most interesting presentation.

I am accepting pre-submitted questions so we can maximise the time available. Please email your questions to mpepsom@parliament.govt.nz.

Please register quickly to secure your place. You can register by calling 09 522 7464 or emailing mpepsom@parliament.govt.nz. Please note there is very limited parking available at the venue.

I do hope you will be able to join.

Authorised by David Seymour, Parliament Buildings, Wellington.

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1989 days ago

Come talk with us about our Local Board Plan

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Head over to Leys Institute Little Library Ponsonby on Monday 20th July between 12pm-2pm to talk with our Chair Richard Northey and other board members about your feedback on our draft Waitematā Local Board Plan.

Read More to visit our website where you can read our draft plan & have your … View more
Head over to Leys Institute Little Library Ponsonby on Monday 20th July between 12pm-2pm to talk with our Chair Richard Northey and other board members about your feedback on our draft Waitematā Local Board Plan.

Read More to visit our website where you can read our draft plan & have your say online.

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1989 days ago

WOMENS MACPAC FULL LENGTH DOWN PUFFER JACKET

Mike from Kingsland

Size 14 full length hooded down jacket
GREY Excellent unmarked condition hardly worn No stains marks rips etc
Bought for myself at trendy hospice store not realising it was womens fit and I am not
STUPID MAN CREATURE!!
Anyway my loss is Yr gain selling for what I paid
Grab a bargain at this price … View more
Size 14 full length hooded down jacket
GREY Excellent unmarked condition hardly worn No stains marks rips etc
Bought for myself at trendy hospice store not realising it was womens fit and I am not
STUPID MAN CREATURE!!
Anyway my loss is Yr gain selling for what I paid
Grab a bargain at this price you can keep it and give Yr daughter Yr old one
Look a million $$$outside Crave or on the sideline in this warm as pupoy
Similar thing on sale at macpac for $250 check out the photos and compare
Pick up in kingsland or I'll drop it off if you are close by
Be quick girls
Phone Mike 02102207840

Price: $55

1989 days ago

WOMENS MACPAC FULL LENGTH DOWN PUFFER JACKET

Mike from Kingsland

Size 14 full length hooded down jacket
GREY Excellent unmarked condition hardly worn No stains marks rips etc
Bought for myself at trendy hospice store not realising it was womens fit and I am not
STUPID MAN CREATURE!!
Anyway my loss is Yr gain selling for what I paid
Grab a bargain at this price … View more
Size 14 full length hooded down jacket
GREY Excellent unmarked condition hardly worn No stains marks rips etc
Bought for myself at trendy hospice store not realising it was womens fit and I am not
STUPID MAN CREATURE!!
Anyway my loss is Yr gain selling for what I paid
Grab a bargain at this price you can keep it and give Yr daughter Yr old one
Look a million $$$outside Crave or on the sideline in this warm as pupoy
Similar thing on sale at macpac for $250 check out the photos and compare
Pick up in kingsland or I'll drop it off if you are close by
Be quick girls
Phone Mike 02102207840

Price: $55

1992 days ago

Things that surprise Kiwis returning to NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
I'm working on a travel story for Stuff about the things that have surprised returning Kiwis about New Zealand. If you have recently returned from overseas or know someone who has, it would be great to hear about the things that have stood out for you, for better or for worse. … View more
Hi everyone,
I'm working on a travel story for Stuff about the things that have surprised returning Kiwis about New Zealand. If you have recently returned from overseas or know someone who has, it would be great to hear about the things that have stood out for you, for better or for worse. Whether it's to do with the weather, the cost of things, the public transport, the food, the housing, the people or something else entirely, we'd be keen to hear about it. Please remember that your comment may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want it to be. Thank you.

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