Mount Eden, Auckland

Wellington's iconic feline Mittens adapting to life as an Aucklander

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, he was once Wellington’s most famous feline, but now Mittens the cat is settling into his new life in Tāmaki Makaurau.

The Turkish angora is known for wandering far and wide around the streets of Wellington – entering offices and homes, getting in cars, even sleeping on … View moreKia ora neighbours, he was once Wellington’s most famous feline, but now Mittens the cat is settling into his new life in Tāmaki Makaurau.

The Turkish angora is known for wandering far and wide around the streets of Wellington – entering offices and homes, getting in cars, even sleeping on tables of folded T-shirts in Cuba St clothing stores – but his human servant Silvio Bruinsma said so far Mittens was sticking close to home in Auckland.

Known as His Royal Floofiness, Mittens and his family made the move to Auckland city at the start of January, and while his exact location is kept a secret, Bruinsma said he’s living in the central city.

Read the full story at the link below.

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Canapés & Finger Food Workshop

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Over the past two days, our Advanced chef students have been preparing a range of canapés and finger food creates that can be used for entertaining.

Here are some of the dishes our talented chef students showcased -
• Smoked salmon blinis
• Vol Au Vent of homemade puff pastry wth blue … View moreOver the past two days, our Advanced chef students have been preparing a range of canapés and finger food creates that can be used for entertaining.

Here are some of the dishes our talented chef students showcased -
• Smoked salmon blinis
• Vol Au Vent of homemade puff pastry wth blue cheese and onion marmalade
• Salmon, cream cheese and spinach roulade
• Vietnamese rice paper rolls with Nuoc Man sauce
• Crusting with seared beef sirloin and onion marmalade
• Chicken satay with peanut sauce.

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than … View moreOnce again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.

Essay Writing

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

We brainstorm ideas, develop a structured plan, write a draft then edit and create a good copy. Children who struggle with writing love our structured approach and are immensely proud of their final products.

Free concrete

Andy from Mount Roskill

Cleared out from under the house! Can be picked up whenever, but I will lend a hand loading if I'm around.

Pick up Mt Roskill South, off Dominion Road Extension.

Free

Active Intent Fitness Cross Trainer

Taha from Epsom

Just bought for 6 months, like new, together with 4 sets of dumbbells ( free as gift ) for $300.
Pick up from Orakei.

Features & Benefits
* Monitor: Scan/Time/Speed/Dis./Cal./Pulse
* 8-level manual resistance
* Spec: 8kg flywheel
* Assembly Size: 145cm L x 57.5cm W x 172cm H
* Maximum… View moreJust bought for 6 months, like new, together with 4 sets of dumbbells ( free as gift ) for $300.
Pick up from Orakei.

Features & Benefits
* Monitor: Scan/Time/Speed/Dis./Cal./Pulse
* 8-level manual resistance
* Spec: 8kg flywheel
* Assembly Size: 145cm L x 57.5cm W x 172cm H
* Maximum user's weight:120kgs
* Big-Stride length:40cm

Price: $300

Keeping your neighbourhood safe

The Team from Auckland Council

To kids, everywhere is a playground. It’s up to us to remind our whānau that it’s never okay to open a drain, even if they’ve dropped something in it. If you see a damaged or missing drain lid in your neighbourhood, call us on 09 301 0101 and we’ll come and fix it.

Ryobi RHP 3710 water blaster

Robyn from Mount Eden

If by any slim chance someone has a dead or not working Ryobi RHP 3710 (blue/black) model sitting to be disposed of.....I pulled mine apart during lockdown and found that the bearing cage is damaged. I have tried everywhere including Australia but can't find a compatible replacement .Anyone … View moreIf by any slim chance someone has a dead or not working Ryobi RHP 3710 (blue/black) model sitting to be disposed of.....I pulled mine apart during lockdown and found that the bearing cage is damaged. I have tried everywhere including Australia but can't find a compatible replacement .Anyone who can help...it would be appreciated. Thanks Robyn

Back to school

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

Get ready for the next school year with back to school items at affordable prices from Red Cross store . Come and Visit us at 571 Sandringham.

Volunteer s needed

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

We are still on the look out for an amazing volunteers who had like to spare a few hours per week to support our Red Cross team at Sandringham. We are looking for volunteers on Monday morning ,Tuesday afternoon, Wednesday morning and Friday and Saturday. If you haven’t applied already and would … View moreWe are still on the look out for an amazing volunteers who had like to spare a few hours per week to support our Red Cross team at Sandringham. We are looking for volunteers on Monday morning ,Tuesday afternoon, Wednesday morning and Friday and Saturday. If you haven’t applied already and would like to lend a hand over to us. Push the button below for more information or to apply.
More information.
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Back to school

Red Cross Shop Dominion Road

Get ready for the next school year with back - to- school items at affordable prices from Red Cross store . Come and visit us at 202 dominion road

Volunteer s needed

Red Cross Shop Dominion Road

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dominion Road
We are still on the lookout for amazing volunteers who’d like to spare a few hours per week to support our Red Cross Shop team at Dominion Road. We are looking for volunteers who is willing to work on Monday morning , Tuesday morning ,Wednesday morning … View moreThe Team from Red Cross Shop Dominion Road
We are still on the lookout for amazing volunteers who’d like to spare a few hours per week to support our Red Cross Shop team at Dominion Road. We are looking for volunteers who is willing to work on Monday morning , Tuesday morning ,Wednesday morning ,Thursday morning Friday morning and Saturday.
If you haven’t applied already and would like to lend a hand over to us. push the button below for more information or to apply.

Scenic summer running trails

The Team from Auckland Council

🏃 Escape busy streets and discover pockets of native bush, coastal views and refreshing green spaces when you tackle these running trails.
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Free fitness in Auckland Domain...

Sarah Moore from Froot Camp

If getting fit is on your 2022 'to do' list, join Froot Camp!

Froot Camp is a completely free bootcamp running in Auckland Domain - a great bunch of people who love to have a laugh while they sweat. We train three times a week and every session is different (so you'll never get … View moreIf getting fit is on your 2022 'to do' list, join Froot Camp!

Froot Camp is a completely free bootcamp running in Auckland Domain - a great bunch of people who love to have a laugh while they sweat. We train three times a week and every session is different (so you'll never get bored).

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- we train at 6pm on Tuesday and Thursday and 9am Saturday
- we meet at the back of the Museum
- all fitness levels are welcome
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