Grey Lynn, Auckland

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 moreCome 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

RUBBISH REMOVAL URGENT TOMORROW

Alana from Sandringham

Hi neighbours

We urgently need some rubbish picked up tomorrow day before 5pm from Sandringham.

See picture of rubbish that needs moving!

Will PAY - please let us know pricing.
… View moreHi neighbours

We urgently need some rubbish picked up tomorrow day before 5pm from Sandringham.

See picture of rubbish that needs moving!

Will PAY - please let us know pricing.

Text me 02102257564 or message here

Thanks

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:

What's on: The story of plastic screening - 20 July 6:30pm Grey Lynn

Brian from Westmere

Join us for a screening of The Story of Plastic and discussion afterwards.

This is part of a series of documentary screenings to come together, learn, raise awareness and discuss afterwards: Conscious Movie Mondays 🌏❤️🙏

#StoryOfPlastic takes a sweeping look at the man-made crisis of … View moreJoin us for a screening of The Story of Plastic and discussion afterwards.

This is part of a series of documentary screenings to come together, learn, raise awareness and discuss afterwards: Conscious Movie Mondays 🌏❤️🙏

#StoryOfPlastic takes a sweeping look at the man-made crisis of plastic pollution and the worldwide effect it has on the health of our planet and the people who inhabit it. Spanning three continents, the film illustrates the ongoing catastrophe: fields full of garbage, veritable mountains of trash, rivers and seas clogged with waste, and skies choked with the poisonous emissions from plastic production and processing. With engaging original animation, archival industry footage beginning in the 1930s, and first-person accounts of the unfolding emergency, the film distills a complex problem that is increasingly affecting the planet’s and its residents’ well-being.

Register here: events.humanitix.com...
or for all movies: events.humanitix.com...

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...

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Book Now for TAPAC's Term 3 Performing Arts Programmes

Cinna Smith from TAPAC The Auckland Performing Arts Centre

TAPAC’s Term 3 Performing Arts Programmes for children, teens and adults launch on Monday 20 July.

Programmes include: Acting for Screen, Hip Hop, Ballet, K Pop, Contemporary Dance, Drama, Circus Arts, Musical Theatre, Improvisation, The Actor’s Toolbox, Little Movers, Creative Contemporary, … View moreTAPAC’s Term 3 Performing Arts Programmes for children, teens and adults launch on Monday 20 July.

Programmes include: Acting for Screen, Hip Hop, Ballet, K Pop, Contemporary Dance, Drama, Circus Arts, Musical Theatre, Improvisation, The Actor’s Toolbox, Little Movers, Creative Contemporary, Boys Must Move, Speech & Drama, Flamenco Dance, Vintage Jazz Dance, The Art of Dance and more.

Book at www.tapac.org.nz...

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 moreIn 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:

Hundreds march in Auckland CBD for hīkoi protesting Dome Valley dump proposal

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Free measure and quote for your retrofit double glazing :)

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Free measure and quote for your retrofit double glazing :)

RetroFit Double Glazing - Auckland Central

Check out our RetroFit Double Glazing - vimeo.com... |Healthier Home
video| Wanting a healthier home this winter? Enjoy the many benefits retrofit double glazing has to offer. Reduced condensation, reduce cold, reduce noise and reduce heating costs. Get your free measure and quote now or call us … View moreCheck out our RetroFit Double Glazing - vimeo.com... |Healthier Home
video| Wanting a healthier home this winter? Enjoy the many benefits retrofit double glazing has to offer. Reduced condensation, reduce cold, reduce noise and reduce heating costs. Get your free measure and quote now or call us on 0800 658 658

Cancer-causing dust beneath Auckland stirred by construction, scientists say

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Construction in the city centre could be releasing a cancerous dust from Auckland’s volcanic bedrock…

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City Rail Link: Halfway through New Zealand's largest infrastructure build

Jackson Thomas Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) is “on schedule and on budget” as the eight-year, multi billion-doll…

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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 moreHead 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.

Auckland police shooting: Woman who allegedly drove getaway car named

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

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 moreSize 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