Point Chevalier, Auckland

Are you ready to get Upcycling?

Resene

The Resene Upcycling Awards are coming back this month, the third year in a row! Watch this space and get prepared for the announcement; there are great prizes up for grabs.

Upcycling is the term used for taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's for a new purpose … View moreThe Resene Upcycling Awards are coming back this month, the third year in a row! Watch this space and get prepared for the announcement; there are great prizes up for grabs.

Upcycling is the term used for taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's for a new purpose altogether, or just to give it an ‘extreme makeover'. Consider using the school holidays to get Upcycling with the smaller members of your household - or use the next rainy day to drag out the paint and your creativity!

In the meantime, check out some of the creative cookies from last year. Pick your paints

New gardening company

Joe from Pristine Gardens

Is your garden in need of a tidy up? Or maybe you need a big clear out or garden overhaul? Talk to us to discuss your garden needs... We are a group of young, knowledgeable and experienced gardeners. Hard-working and reliable gardening and landscaping services.


We can help with the following:
… View moreIs your garden in need of a tidy up? Or maybe you need a big clear out or garden overhaul? Talk to us to discuss your garden needs... We are a group of young, knowledgeable and experienced gardeners. Hard-working and reliable gardening and landscaping services.


We can help with the following:


- Garden tidy ups
- On-going garden maintenance
- Landscape design and build
- Property clear outs and pre sale tidy
- Tree work and removal
- Planting and soft landscaping


Contact us today to experience the difference!

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Resene Reporter from Central Leader

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George Block Reporter from Central Leader

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Auckland gang member who escaped court facing burglary and assault charges

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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.

Coming up at TAPAC - The Auckland Performing Arts Centre

Cinna Smith from TAPAC The Auckland Performing Arts Centre

Enrol now for our July Holiday Programmes and Term 3 Performing Arts Classes tapac.org.nz...

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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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Fullers boss sends 3am message to staff

Esther Taunton Reporter from Central Leader

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Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Handy Man Required

Dave from Avondale

Hello neighbours,
I am looking for handy man with his own vehicle and tools to assist me with maintenance repairs on my rental properties approximately 1 day per week. Must have experience. The properties are located in South Auckland. Would suit a semi retired person or someone who has … View moreHello neighbours,
I am looking for handy man with his own vehicle and tools to assist me with maintenance repairs on my rental properties approximately 1 day per week. Must have experience. The properties are located in South Auckland. Would suit a semi retired person or someone who has experience in property maintenance. Please call me on 021321610 to discuss further.
Cheers, Dave

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.