Northcote Point, Auckland

688 days ago

Kristin School student scores in top 1% of International Baccalaureate

Sapeer Mayron Reporter from North Shore Times

“I didn’t really have a life.”

That’s how 18-year-old Asher Goddard described his 2022, as he studied hard enough to attain his goal: earn 45 points in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme and get into the university of his dreams.

And he did it – Goddard got the 45 … View more
“I didn’t really have a life.”

That’s how 18-year-old Asher Goddard described his 2022, as he studied hard enough to attain his goal: earn 45 points in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme and get into the university of his dreams.

And he did it – Goddard got the 45 points, a perfect score, putting him in a very small club indeed: the top 1% of IB students all over the world.

He was one of 18,174 students who did the diploma, and the average score was 30.91 points.

Goddard, who has graduated from Kristin School in Albany, is taking his perfect score all the way to the University of Melbourne to study physics.

Goddard and his family came to Auckland five years ago from Crested Butte, Colorado, in time for him to begin school at Kristin.

Read more about this driven student from your community:

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688 days ago

Test Your Knowledge With The Great Kiwi Quiz

Sunday Star Times

Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between today and 29 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! The questions are based on our beautiful country so test your skills and see if you know New Zealand as well as you think you do.

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to… View more
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between today and 29 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! The questions are based on our beautiful country so test your skills and see if you know New Zealand as well as you think you do.

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to win a $200 Prezzy Card, with a total of $10,000 worth of Prezzy Cards to give away. The more correct answers you enter, the higher chance you have of walking away with a Prezzy Card this summer. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.

The team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
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719 days ago

Send in your little free library pictures

Reporter Community News

Stuff is doing a story on little free libraries. Nationwide they can be found in everything from fridges to bus stops and little red cupboards.
Please send a picture and short description of your library. Do not forget to tell us where it is.
nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz

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689 days ago

Garden stones

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

River-stone markers are the perfect way to identify your freshly planted seeds and seedlings, while adding a decorative touch to your vegetable garden. Use a range of Resene testpot colours to suit the produce you have growing.

Find out how to create your own.

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691 days ago

Gutter Weeds...

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

I hope everyone is having a great New Year and are keeping safe during this Summer storm 🌧🌦
At least the gutter weeds will be enjoying the rain...
Seriously though, I've been monitoring them over the last couple of months, hoping that they would be dealt with in time for Christmas, but… View more
I hope everyone is having a great New Year and are keeping safe during this Summer storm 🌧🌦
At least the gutter weeds will be enjoying the rain...
Seriously though, I've been monitoring them over the last couple of months, hoping that they would be dealt with in time for Christmas, but no such luck. 🌱🌱🌱🌱

On the North Shore, Ventia have the contract to kill weeds in the road corridor (gutters, roundabouts, traffic islands) using hot water or foam, but it doesn't seem to be getting done at all. This should be routinely done and not rely on the public complaining.
I haven't noticed the weeds like this in other parts of Auckland...

690 days ago

Subscribe to NZ House & Garden and get a $68 free gift

NZ House and Garden

Start the new year with a nourishing Antipodes’ night cream moisturiser. Subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years and receive a FREE Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream worth $68. You’ll have until 22 January to take up this fantastic deal.

Antipodes is New … View more
Start the new year with a nourishing Antipodes’ night cream moisturiser. Subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years and receive a FREE Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream worth $68. You’ll have until 22 January to take up this fantastic deal.

Antipodes is New Zealand’s Scientific Green Beauty brand, enhancing global beauty rituals with plant-powered, results-driven skincare featuring the world’s purest ingredients. To take part in this offer use the code ANTIPODES at checkout.

The team at Stuff and NZ House & Garden
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691 days ago

Guava plant leaves needed

Shikha from Hillcrest

Please let me know if anyone have guava tree leaves.

I need a few for a herbal treatment.

Thanks in advance:)

Free

691 days ago

Garden Clearance due moving. Loads of plants and pot for sale.

Regina from Beach Haven

If interested please reply on neighbourly with your contact details and I will get back to you. Viewing by appointment only.

Plants include bromeliads, Kentia palms, clivia, cycads and indoor plants such as Hoya and monstera plants plus range of plastic terracotta and ceramic pots.

Price … View more
If interested please reply on neighbourly with your contact details and I will get back to you. Viewing by appointment only.

Plants include bromeliads, Kentia palms, clivia, cycads and indoor plants such as Hoya and monstera plants plus range of plastic terracotta and ceramic pots.

Price varies for plants but can start from as low as $10 per cutting or potted plant and above depending on the size and rarity of plants. Photos sample only of what is available.

Any questions please ask.

Thanks

Price: $10

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691 days ago

Lost Driving licence

Tony from Beach Haven

I found a driving licence between Mobil service station Beach Haven Road and the hospital on the corner of Beach Haven road and Birkdale Road.
I went to the address on the licence but couldn't find the house number.
Surname on the licence is Telefoni.
Contact me via Neighbourly and provide … View more
I found a driving licence between Mobil service station Beach Haven Road and the hospital on the corner of Beach Haven road and Birkdale Road.
I went to the address on the licence but couldn't find the house number.
Surname on the licence is Telefoni.
Contact me via Neighbourly and provide a mobile number - otherwise I will hand I to the police station.

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696 days ago

Warning - it is so easy to burn your dog's pads in this weather

Stephanie from Devonport

I was unaware how easy it is to burn the pads on the feet of my dog on the pavements in this hot weather. After burning my own dog's pads by just crossing a road my vet gave me excellent advice as follows:
* if it is too hot for me to walk on the footpath without shoes it is too hot for my … View more
I was unaware how easy it is to burn the pads on the feet of my dog on the pavements in this hot weather. After burning my own dog's pads by just crossing a road my vet gave me excellent advice as follows:
* if it is too hot for me to walk on the footpath without shoes it is too hot for my dog
* if I put the back of my hand on the footpath I can tell how hot it is.
*the best thing for burnt paw pads is a dip in the sea.
I decided to post this to reach as many dog lovers as possible so everyone can be aware of how important it is to be aware of how hot the pavements can get and it may only be a 20 metre road crossing that can burn.
Enjoy summer with your buddy.

695 days ago

New Years Eve

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

“Here’s to a bright New Year and a fond farewell to the old. Here’s to the things that are yet to come, and to the memories that we hold.”✨

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696 days ago

Garden obelisk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

This easy-to-make climbing frame adds height, structure and style to your garden and vegetable beds; paint in your favourite Resene hue to add the colour.

Find out how to create your own.

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697 days ago

Scipad books

Mridula from Northcote Point

All are unused apart from scholarship physics which had two pages use and big chemistry Scipad which had 10 pages used.

Free

697 days ago

A Man Called Otto

Sony

Based on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an … View moreBased on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Experience a funny, heart-warming story about how some families come from the most unexpected places.

#AManCalledOtto, in cinemas January 1 – book tickets here!
Book now

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698 days ago

Attention DIY-loving neighbours!

Resene

It's your favourite time of the year; the Resene ColorShop SALE! Now's the time to Decorate and SAVE with quality Resene paints, stains, wallpaper and accessories.

Plus if you're a Resene DIY card holder you'll get an extra 5% off (yes you can sign up in store or online at … View more
It's your favourite time of the year; the Resene ColorShop SALE! Now's the time to Decorate and SAVE with quality Resene paints, stains, wallpaper and accessories.

Plus if you're a Resene DIY card holder you'll get an extra 5% off (yes you can sign up in store or online at or online!)
Find out more

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