Grey Lynn, Auckland

Huge Soviet-era jet delivers new engines for Air NZ

George Block Reporter from Central Leader

A giant Soviet-era jet has made a rare appearance in Auckland to deliver new engines for Air New Zealand's troubled Dreamliner fleet.

Auckland gang member who escaped court facing burglary and assault charges

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

A man who escaped from custody at Auckland District Court after posing as another prisoner who was b…

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Motueka: New Zealand’s small-town doughnut capital

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you’re hungry, please step away from your phone or monitor. Would you try this cheeseburger doughnut? Read more about the small NZ team with some big doughnut dreams below.

Heavy rainfall fills Waitākere dams, but water restrictions remain

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, heavy rainfall across Auckland over the past week has replenished a west Auckland dam – but the city's water storage levels are still low.
A Watercare spokeswoman said last week's deluge gave the Upper Nihotupu Dam in the Waitākere Ranges, a storage boost from 51 … View moreKia ora neighbours, heavy rainfall across Auckland over the past week has replenished a west Auckland dam – but the city's water storage levels are still low.
A Watercare spokeswoman said last week's deluge gave the Upper Nihotupu Dam in the Waitākere Ranges, a storage boost from 51 per cent to 93 per cent full. “But significant replenishment in the western dams does not mean we can all abandon our water-saving efforts,” the spokeswoman said.

Coming up at TAPAC - The Auckland Performing Arts Centre

Cinna Smith from TAPAC The Auckland Performing Arts Centre

Enrol now for our July Holiday Programmes and Term 3 Performing Arts Classes tapac.org.nz...

Police to take 'educational approach' towards Auckland's lower speed limits

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Police say they will take an "educational approach" towards those who drive over the speed limit fol…

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Fullers boss sends 3am message to staff

Esther Taunton Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland gang member posed as another prisoner to escape court, police say

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

McDonald's manager under investigation after allegedly swearing at customer

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

A McDonald's customer says she was verbally abused by a manager while waiting for food for her criti…

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Have you picked up a copy of our July issue yet?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Well, don't wait too long! This issue is packed with good reads and amazing offers from our friends and partners. We take a close look at urban farmer Freeman Farms, and visit an Auckland coastal garden that the owner waited three long decades to create as well as a Dunedin garden where … View moreWell, don't wait too long! This issue is packed with good reads and amazing offers from our friends and partners. We take a close look at urban farmer Freeman Farms, and visit an Auckland coastal garden that the owner waited three long decades to create as well as a Dunedin garden where they’ve grown flowers for nearly 50 years. We're still on the hunt for our Houseplant Hero, thanks to our friends at Yates and Kings Plant Barn. Nominations are now open for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year too! There’s a feature on walnut growers in NZ, highlights of new roses coming out this year and of course, details on how to get yourself $20 worth of free bulbs from NZ Bulbs.

How water restrictions tighten if it doesn't rain

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Not being able to water the garden might not matter in winter, but current drought-related restrictions will step-up if there's not a lot of rain. How will you be affected? Read the story below:

Auckland police shooting: Matthew Hunt's funeral to be held at Eden Park

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

The funeral for fallen police officer Constable Matthew Hunt will be held at Eden Park in July. A d…

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What's on: Let's talk rubbish - Wednesday July 1st Grey Lynn

Brian from Westmere

How conscious are you of your footprint?
All of us will leave one - how big though, is up to us.

Join Conscious Action as we explore the world of waste!

From recycling to composting to landfill
From degeneration to regeneration
From linear to circular

During this event we’ll learn about the … View moreHow conscious are you of your footprint?
All of us will leave one - how big though, is up to us.

Join Conscious Action as we explore the world of waste!

From recycling to composting to landfill
From degeneration to regeneration
From linear to circular

During this event we’ll learn about the different waste streams that we contribute to as individuals, how our habits impact our environment, the sharing and circular economies and what they mean for our future, as well as ways to adopt a zero-waste lifestyle and reduce our impact.


Come along to meet like-minded individuals, join an interactive discussion with our guest speakers, mindful moment, sharing and action setting.

Let's kick off Plastic Free July 2020 the best possible!

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Conscious Action events are a space to connect with like-minded people, collaborate to come up with inspiring ideas, and celebrate what we are already contributing to the collective.

Wednesday July 1st 6:30pm
The Workshop Auckland (37d Crummer Road, Grey Lynn)
Dinner included in ticket
Register here: events.humanitix.com...

Free mixer grinder - sold

Nikita from Sandringham

Was in working condition when i last used a couple of months back and is now lying in the garage. Comes with one big jar as shown in the picture.
Pickup is in new lynn

Free

St Mary's College Pasifika Roots Talanoa 2020

Jacob Sheehan from St Mary's College Auckland

The SMC Pasifika Student and Parent Committee are proud to present their first ever Pasifika Roots Talanoa / conference. This is a free event which will be held on Saturday 18 July in the St Mary’s College Cecilia Maher Hall here at 11 New Street, Ponsonby, Auckland.

The aim of the Talanoa is to… View moreThe SMC Pasifika Student and Parent Committee are proud to present their first ever Pasifika Roots Talanoa / conference. This is a free event which will be held on Saturday 18 July in the St Mary’s College Cecilia Maher Hall here at 11 New Street, Ponsonby, Auckland.

The aim of the Talanoa is to provide support for young people to help them thrive at school and within their families and communities. There will be wonderful guest speakers including past pupils Lupesina Koro and Nele Kalolo, as well as food and entertainment.

As this is our first Talanoa, we are in need of a small amount of financial support to help us bring it all together. If you can help in any small way please email jsheehan@stmaryak.school.nz

We will also provide great recognition for your support both pre and post-event.