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For sale 4 tires 175/65 in. Really good condition. Now have new car so selling these tires. $25 each. In Chatswood.
The Black Lives Matter marches are a far cry from the anger and distrust that engulfed the 1981 Spri…
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 moreThe 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.
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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We can arrange this for… View moreHi Neighbours - Let us take the hassel out of moving for you. Yes, we can help you tick all the boxes on your next move and help you save money in the process.
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No more boring weekends! Check out and join the "Auckland Day Trips New Zealand" and share with fellow Aucklanders some great places to go on the weekend - let's get out and support our local tourism and environment. It's a great group to join if you'd like to join… View moreHi All,
No more boring weekends! Check out and join the "Auckland Day Trips New Zealand" and share with fellow Aucklanders some great places to go on the weekend - let's get out and support our local tourism and environment. It's a great group to join if you'd like to join and share your own favourite Auckland Day Trip or discover some new places to explore with your family and friends. Please note, I don't make any profit from this and don't have any personal conflict of interest. I'm just doing it as a support for our Auckland families and communities and to support local Auckland tourism that is suffering due to covid-19.
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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:
Well, it's Friday, and some lazy person has dumped their bag of dog poo in my neighbour's bin at 80 Eban Ave, they did not even tie up the bag, This is disgusting, and we ALL need to keep a lookout for this lazy person, especially as it happened this morning, as the rubbish bin was only … View moreWell, it's Friday, and some lazy person has dumped their bag of dog poo in my neighbour's bin at 80 Eban Ave, they did not even tie up the bag, This is disgusting, and we ALL need to keep a lookout for this lazy person, especially as it happened this morning, as the rubbish bin was only put out at 7am. Keep a lookout, and also post any details you have regarding this issue, and we will follow it up.
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...
Need to update your whanau wall?
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… View moreNeed to update your whanau wall?
Book in a 15 minute time slot and get 5 images - with the opportunity to buy more!- for $80!
Support Plunket at the same time - $30 goes to Plunket!
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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:
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
Please be advised that there is someone unknown in this neighbourhood, that is dumping rubbish in other people's bins, the area is in Eban Avenue from Compton Street upwards towards Monarch Avenue. I have had various paper, cartons, etc put in my recycle bin on rubbish day, and the other … View morePlease be advised that there is someone unknown in this neighbourhood, that is dumping rubbish in other people's bins, the area is in Eban Avenue from Compton Street upwards towards Monarch Avenue. I have had various paper, cartons, etc put in my recycle bin on rubbish day, and the other neighbours have complained as well, so please keep a lookout for these lazy people, they also dump the wrong sort of rubbish in the "green " bins on their monthly refuse collection. If you see anyone doing this especially in the "wee Small hours" do advise the rest of the neighbourhood. Thank you
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