Point Chevalier, Auckland

Short arms long stay: Peter the T. rex to stay longer at museum

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

In April 2022 Auckland War Memorial Museum became the first ever Museum in the world to display Peter the T. rex.

The museum has now announced Peter will remain on display until the end of 2023.

Peter the T. rex stay was due to end September 2022, but as a result of the enthusiastic response… View moreIn April 2022 Auckland War Memorial Museum became the first ever Museum in the world to display Peter the T. rex.

The museum has now announced Peter will remain on display until the end of 2023.

Peter the T. rex stay was due to end September 2022, but as a result of the enthusiastic response from visitors the stay has been extended.

Twelve metres long, nearly four metres high and displayed in its hunting position, this is one of a small number of almost complete fossil Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world and the first real T. rex fossil ever to be exhibited in Aotearoa.

Dr David Gaimster, Chief Executive at Auckland Museum, says “We are delighted Peter the T. rex is extending his stay. He has been an extremely popular attraction. Visitation in the first two weeks of opening was the highest since records began. We also know that families have returned to see the T. rex over and over again.”

Peter the T. rex was recovered from the famous 'dinosaur playground’ of the Lance Formation in Eastern Wyoming. While a fully intact T. rex skeleton has never been found, Peter is one of the most complete examples to date, with a significant number of the largest bones preserved in pristine condition.

While most dinosaur skeletons are brown, mineral deposits on Peter’s bones create a rare obsidian black colour. Only four black T. rex have ever been discovered.

Peter is staying on until the end of 2023.

Fundraising for our Repair Café communities to help fix your precious belongings

Brigitte Sistig from Repair Café Aotearoa NZ

We all get frustrated when things break, worry about the cost to replace them and the number of items going into landfill.
Repair Café Aotearoa NZ brings communities together to fix their broken household items and personal belongings for free. This protects the environment, takes the fight to … View moreWe all get frustrated when things break, worry about the cost to replace them and the number of items going into landfill.
Repair Café Aotearoa NZ brings communities together to fix their broken household items and personal belongings for free. This protects the environment, takes the fight to the cost-of-living crisis by saving money and raises awareness as well as teaching new skills - win, win, win, win!!
Please DONATE generously: Every dollar donated over the next two weeks will be used to set up and maintain Repair Cafés in our communities, providing special tools and supporting our volunteers, helping people like you to fix their belongings, save money and keep stuff out of landfills.
Give a little! Fix a little! - Give a lot! Fix a lot!
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Voting opens – it’s time to choose Auckland’s next mayor

The Team from Auckland Council

From today you will be receiving a personalised voting pack in your letterbox. Look out for the purple envelope that is your ticket to choosing the mayor, councillors and local board members who will shape decisions for Auckland over the next three years.

Voting closes at midday on Saturday 8 … View moreFrom today you will be receiving a personalised voting pack in your letterbox. Look out for the purple envelope that is your ticket to choosing the mayor, councillors and local board members who will shape decisions for Auckland over the next three years.

Voting closes at midday on Saturday 8 October 2022.

Queen size bed with mattress

Vandana from Mount Albert

Queen size bed with super comfy mattress for sale
No pets
Smoke free house
Viewing welcome
Pickup Sandringham

Size with mattress
Length 210cm
Height 60cm
Width 160cm

Price: $350

Handel Consort & Quire - Handel's Belshazzar 3pm Sat 8 Oct

Ivan from Point Chevalier

Handel Consort & Quire present Handel's "Belshazzar" (the story of the original 'Writing on the wall') - an oratorio of baroque music with orchestra, quire and vocal soloists. Tickets at eventfinda: www.eventfinda.co.nz....

Fancy winning some tiakarete?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Auckland......or shall I say, Tāmaki Makaurau?

You've likely already heard, but this week is Māori Language Week - Te Wiki o te Reo Māori - and we'd like nothing more than to encourage your kōrero with some kai.

We have some delicious Whittaker's tiakarete … View moreKia ora Auckland......or shall I say, Tāmaki Makaurau?

You've likely already heard, but this week is Māori Language Week - Te Wiki o te Reo Māori - and we'd like nothing more than to encourage your kōrero with some kai.

We have some delicious Whittaker's tiakarete (chocolate) to give away, so whether it's naming the days of the week, sharing your pepeha, or just a cheery kia ora - it's all about giving it a go.

Share any kōrero or kupu in the comments below to be in to win. Kia kaha, Tāmaki Makaurau!

shafted out of my home of 13yrs

Rupert from Point Chevalier

last year i had phemonia for 9wks.i had asked hnz for help with isulation for 13yrs.they refused.i had run out of fire wood and could not afford more.my nieghbours,who owned their half of the building,told me my fire kept them warm all winter,and they didnt need to pay heating bills.did they ever … View morelast year i had phemonia for 9wks.i had asked hnz for help with isulation for 13yrs.they refused.i had run out of fire wood and could not afford more.my nieghbours,who owned their half of the building,told me my fire kept them warm all winter,and they didnt need to pay heating bills.did they ever deliver a bag of fire wood?no they did not.while i was sick with phumonia and no heating for 9wks brad the neighb waS GIVING away free wood from under his house.he would play the same CD for months,and more dirty little tricks for 8yrs.hnz did nothing at all.at one stage i was told by a building manager,to shut my mouth,mind my business and get on with my life.i need legal advise.i am homesick for the only place in my adult life i could call home.

150 more places for you to drop off your vote

The Team from Auckland Council

From Friday 16 September there will be 150 extra locations across the Auckland region where you can drop off your orange return envelope.
These are in addition to the New Zealand Post boxes in your neighbourhood.

You’ll also find Vote Boxes at:
- 65 Auckland Countdown supermarkets,
- 11 … View moreFrom Friday 16 September there will be 150 extra locations across the Auckland region where you can drop off your orange return envelope.
These are in addition to the New Zealand Post boxes in your neighbourhood.

You’ll also find Vote Boxes at:
- 65 Auckland Countdown supermarkets,
- 11 Auckland Transport hubs,
- Auckland Libraries,
- council service centres,
- 29 pop-up locations across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Check out the map of all the Vote Boxes in fixed locations here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

Join 7 Minutes of World Peace: A Global Peace Invocation

Durba from Avondale

On September 21 from 9am-9:07am Eastern time (GMT-4), thousands of people around the globe will simultaneously invoke peace in their own way - through prayer, meditation, inner reflection, or by offering their goodwill to humanity.

The event is held on the UN International Day of Peace. All are… View moreOn September 21 from 9am-9:07am Eastern time (GMT-4), thousands of people around the globe will simultaneously invoke peace in their own way - through prayer, meditation, inner reflection, or by offering their goodwill to humanity.

The event is held on the UN International Day of Peace. All are welcome to participate - please spread the word in your community!

Please send photos or videos of your activities to connect@7minutes.org

More info: 7minutes.org...

shafted out of my home of 13yrs

Rupert from Point Chevalier

ive had to leave my home of 13yrs due to bullying from a private home owner sharing an old duplex in buxton st pt chev.the other half of the building is hnz.for 8yrs hnz did nothing to assist me,back me up,nothing.i became very depressed at having to beg for help,and not getting any.i have lost my … View moreive had to leave my home of 13yrs due to bullying from a private home owner sharing an old duplex in buxton st pt chev.the other half of the building is hnz.for 8yrs hnz did nothing to assist me,back me up,nothing.i became very depressed at having to beg for help,and not getting any.i have lost my home i loved,and my community,witch i loved.i am home sick as my little dog chico is.can some one help me with some legal advise?please?rupert.e.taylor.

U3A Mt Albert

Helen Peterson from U3A Mt Albert

U3A Mt Albert meets at 10am on the third Tuesday of each month in the Western Springs Community Hall, 956 Great North Rd. The main speaker next Tuesday, 20 September, will be Paul Buchanan speaking about China's Interest in the Pacific. Visitors and new members welcome.
Enquiries to … View moreU3A Mt Albert meets at 10am on the third Tuesday of each month in the Western Springs Community Hall, 956 Great North Rd. The main speaker next Tuesday, 20 September, will be Paul Buchanan speaking about China's Interest in the Pacific. Visitors and new members welcome.
Enquiries to u3amtalbert@gmail.com

Subscribe this month and get free plants!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There's still time to sign up for this month's great offer. Our subscribers pay less than retail buyers, and this month, new subscribers also get a $25 voucher for Awapuni Nurseries. Pick from their amazing range of plants, and have them delivered straight to your door with their … View moreThere's still time to sign up for this month's great offer. Our subscribers pay less than retail buyers, and this month, new subscribers also get a $25 voucher for Awapuni Nurseries. Pick from their amazing range of plants, and have them delivered straight to your door with their nationwide delivery. $25 voucher valid from Sept 1-25, 2022.

HUGE GARAGE SALE

Jan from Avondale

Myself and 4 other friends have hired the AVONDALE LIONS CHURCH HALL at 1650 Great North Rd Avondale this Friday and Saturday 16th and 17th September.
We are having a MASSIVE GARAGE SALE FOR 2 DAYS ONLY
- Preloved Clothing
- Vintage and Retro clothing
- Shoes boots belts handbags hats scarves
… View moreMyself and 4 other friends have hired the AVONDALE LIONS CHURCH HALL at 1650 Great North Rd Avondale this Friday and Saturday 16th and 17th September.
We are having a MASSIVE GARAGE SALE FOR 2 DAYS ONLY
- Preloved Clothing
- Vintage and Retro clothing
- Shoes boots belts handbags hats scarves
- Household items and electrical, lights, linen, China crockery,
- Paintings and Bric a Brac
- Retro and Antique and Collectable items
- Some Furniture
- Garden and outdoor items and a few tools
- books for children
- books old and collectable
- children's clothes toys and dress up costumes
. Jewellery and costume jewellery and some 925 silver jewellery
8am until 6pm
RAIN OR SHINE as it is inside the church hall.
ONSITE PARKING or side streets
BRING A BAG to put your bargains in
DONT MISS OUT
PRICED TO SELL
LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THERE......

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Try Out a John Deere Compact Digger

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You’ve heard nothing runs like a Deere, but we want to show you that nothing digs like one either.

AGrowQuip Silverdale welcomes you to our John Deere Compact Digger Day at the Kumeu Showgrounds

Friday 16th of September, 8am-4pm, 2022

We’re giving you the opportunity to take a John … View moreYou’ve heard nothing runs like a Deere, but we want to show you that nothing digs like one either.

AGrowQuip Silverdale welcomes you to our John Deere Compact Digger Day at the Kumeu Showgrounds

Friday 16th of September, 8am-4pm, 2022

We’re giving you the opportunity to take a John Deere compact digger for a dig and see if you love it as much as we do.

We also have a John Deere 317G Compact Track Loader, or either of our 2036R and 1025R John Deere Tractors that you can also put to the test.

If you’re wanting to test out a digger let us know when you’re coming, and we will be
waiting for you.

Contact Claire to book in: 027 234 2555 – Spaces are limited.

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