Onehunga, Auckland

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.

Gardening Services

Nina from Mangere

If you are looking for an affordable, efficient gardener, I can recommend Rob's Gardening Services. Phone 021 0826 4139 or email RobsGardening@gmx.com. He is specialized in Garden Maintenance, Weeding/Spraying, Hedge Trimming, but also does Waterblasting, Painting (indoor/outdoor), Gutter … View moreIf you are looking for an affordable, efficient gardener, I can recommend Rob's Gardening Services. Phone 021 0826 4139 or email RobsGardening@gmx.com. He is specialized in Garden Maintenance, Weeding/Spraying, Hedge Trimming, but also does Waterblasting, Painting (indoor/outdoor), Gutter cleaning.

Negotiable

Art Academy

Danielle Muller from Epsom Community Centre

On Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, Realisticus Art Academy hold drawing classes at Espom Community Centre.

Bookings are now open for Term 3 classes! Click the link below for more details or to book online.

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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It's Nearly July!

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

We've have been working diligently with our regular clients and new clients to operate in a more relevant matter for the current times. How has continuing work after Post-Covid been for you all in the past months?

Fullers boss sends 3am message to staff

Esther Taunton Reporter from Central Leader

Selling a Baby Upright Piano

Jojo from Mangere

Craftsman -
Bentley.


I bought this in early 2000's and it has had very little use. It has been moved a few times (house to house) over the years, so it could require a tune up, otherwise the sound is still very nice.


… View moreCraftsman -
Bentley.


I bought this in early 2000's and it has had very little use. It has been moved a few times (house to house) over the years, so it could require a tune up, otherwise the sound is still very nice.



Dimensions: 1345mm (L), 550mm (W), 1150mm (H).

PHOTOS to follow.



I am selling as I already have another piano here at home. I am trying to sell ASAP!!!

Price: $1,000

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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Local Board Grants - apply now

Cathy McIntosh from Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board

The Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Grant 2020/2021 is open NOW.
Apply before 10 July for funding of up to $10,000.
More information here: bit.ly...

100 Best Children's books of all time

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

"The more you read, the more you will know. The more you learn, the more places you will go." Dr Seuss
If your kids are looking for a good read for the upcoming holidays, check out Time's 100 Best Children's books of all time.