Onehunga, Auckland

Residents invited to recycle their computers: Ellerslie, Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Hi neighbours,

Do you have old computers you want to toss?

You can bring them along to a series of e-waste drop-off days around Auckland.

The goal is to stop e-waste ending up in landfills.

The largest event will be held at the Ellerslie Events Centre on April 17, backed by the Ellerslie … View moreHi neighbours,

Do you have old computers you want to toss?

You can bring them along to a series of e-waste drop-off days around Auckland.

The goal is to stop e-waste ending up in landfills.

The largest event will be held at the Ellerslie Events Centre on April 17, backed by the Ellerslie Residents Association and Orakei Local Board.

People can drop off their items for free.

Computer Recycling managing director Patrick Moynahan said he was aiming to collect 20,000 kilos of waste from more than 2000 households.

“There is no New Zealand-based framework or legislation as to how Kiwis dispose of their unwanted e-waste, but so far it has been really encouraging to see how much people are looking to do the right thing when it comes to disposing of their old tech.”

Funds raised from the event will be given to Variety- The Children's Charity.

All charity donations made by the public during the day will be matched by Computer Recycling.

More than 40,000 kilos of electronic waste has been collected during five E-days held this year.

The waste is sorted and split into reuse or recycling categories at the company's Onehunga site.

Date will be deleted from reusable items and any markings will be removed.

The computers will then be refurbished and sold to the community.

Items destined for recycling will be graded as general scrap metal or e-scrap.

E-scrap is exported under Environmental Protection Agency permits to Asia and Europe where they will be converted to base elements to be used again.

The average New Zealander produces more than 20 kilograms of e-waste each year, one of the highest per capita amounts globally.

Of the 80,000 tonnes of e-waste created annually, it is estimated less than 2 per cent is recycled.

Are you planning to bring your old PCs to the e-waste day?

What do you do to support recycling at home?

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MRGS Year 13 Jerseys x2

Marama from Mangere East

MRGS Uniform for sale - 2x Senior Jerseys(size 42/107cm) in excellent condition, 1 new worn twice, the other worn only a few times. I also have a pair of boys shorts (size 80). My Son is tall slim build and I am selling in behalf of him.

Price: $100

Found Rabbit

Tim from Onehunga

Found rabbit by 67 Spring Street tonight Monday April 5. Call 021 220 6319. White wth brown/black patches. Likely female

Coffee table

Shimal from Onehunga

Glass and marble coffee table originally bought from Bedford's.

900cmx900cm

Slightly worn out, few scratches on glass, noticeable if looking very closely otherwise in good condition. Glass could probably be replaced and looking brand new.

Price: $80

We Say/You Say: trans-Tasman bubble

The Team from Community News

Hi neighbours!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble will be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more … View moreHi neighbours!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble will be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more likely to head across the Tasman or travel domestically?

Fronting Australian media yesterday, Jacinda Ardern not only spoke of the excitement of families being able to be reunited, but also pitched New Zealand tourist activities to Australian viewers.

"If there is a hot spot in one of the states of Australia we may just act in the same way that another state would ... Just prepare that there may be disruptions, but what better place in the world to be stuck. Am I right?," she said.

The trans-Tasman bubble will operate on a three tier basis: Continue, Pause and Suspend. If there are a few cases in Australia linked to the border, quarantine-free travel will continue. Travel may be paused for 72 hours if there are rogue community cases and in the instance of a state or nationwide lockdown, travel will be suspended.

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5 important learning skills for children

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

As educators, it is important for us to instil useful learning skills in children so that they can grow, develop, and gain the necessary skills to succeed in life. At NumberWorks’nWords, we can help your child build and strengthen their learning skills through a tailored curriculum.
Check out … View moreAs educators, it is important for us to instil useful learning skills in children so that they can grow, develop, and gain the necessary skills to succeed in life. At NumberWorks’nWords, we can help your child build and strengthen their learning skills through a tailored curriculum.
Check out the full blog to explore 5 important learning skills for children! ?

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Womens jeans

Jen from Ellerslie

Lee Womens stovepipe stretch Jean's size 14$5

Price: $5

Boys clothing

Jen from Ellerslie

2x green size 16 chinos, 2 difference styles $5 each. Brand new, Kmart brand.
1xsize 14 tan chinos, brand new never worn, Kmart brand $5.

Negotiable

Boys clothing

Jen from Ellerslie

1x size14 tan chinos $5
1x size 14 grey dress pants $5
1x size 8-10 Warriors pullover $3

Negotiable

Womens skirt

Jen from Ellerslie

Size 16, good condition.

Price: $5

Womens clothing

Jen from Ellerslie

1x dark blue dress, size large never worn, brand new tag still on $10
1x aqua coloured dress, size xxl, from Wish. Good condition $10

Price: $10

Maternity top

Jen from Ellerslie

Size 14, Kmart Brand only worn a handful of times. Good condition

Price: $10

Lawnmower Wanted

Victoria from Onehunga

Hi everybody,
My trusty 2 stroke lawnmower has mowed its last lawn. So, I am looking to spend up to 80$ on a new but old one. Preferably 4 stroke. Will pay more if a weedeater came with it. Finding one through Neighbourly would be awesome, much better than trademe. Message me. Can pick up any … View moreHi everybody,
My trusty 2 stroke lawnmower has mowed its last lawn. So, I am looking to spend up to 80$ on a new but old one. Preferably 4 stroke. Will pay more if a weedeater came with it. Finding one through Neighbourly would be awesome, much better than trademe. Message me. Can pick up any evening. Fingers x, thanks.