Saint Marys Bay, Auckland

1873 days ago

Foul-smelling corpse flower blooms at Auckland Wintergardens

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

One of the world's rarest flowers, with a scent that has been compared to the smell of a rotting corpse, has bloomed at the Auckland Domain Wintergardens.
The amorphophallus titanum, better known as the corpse flower, is native to Sumatra, Indonesia, and blooms at notoriously unpredictable … View more
One of the world's rarest flowers, with a scent that has been compared to the smell of a rotting corpse, has bloomed at the Auckland Domain Wintergardens.
The amorphophallus titanum, better known as the corpse flower, is native to Sumatra, Indonesia, and blooms at notoriously unpredictable intervals.
During this time, the flower omits a foul-smelling stench which is so bad, people have been known to faint in its presence.
Thousands of people went to view the flower when it last bloomed in 2015.
The Wintergardens had extended their hours for those wanting to smell the corpse flower, who had until 9pm on Saturday and 7.30pm on Sunday. This time could be extended if there was demand.
Are you game enough to have a smell?

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1873 days ago

WiFi Installers - Auckland

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Do you need a smart WiFi solution? Sick of Deadzones? Buffering? Then give us a bell!

We offer free site visits and quotes Auckland wide.

0800-943-439
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1873 days ago

Notice a difference with your family Christmas this year?

Edmund Hillary Retirement Village

Time changes everything.

Even Christmas.

If you’ve noticed a family member who might now benefit from some extra assistance, we invite you to see inside our Care Centre.

A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village community and our care options – from the light touch of a… View more
Time changes everything.

Even Christmas.

If you’ve noticed a family member who might now benefit from some extra assistance, we invite you to see inside our Care Centre.

A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village community and our care options – from the light touch of a serviced apartment through to resthome and hospital care.
Learn more

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1873 days ago

Win 1 of 25 Meloyelo E-Bikes

Reporter Stuff

This summer we’re giving away 25 Meloyelo E-Bikes worth over $70,000.

To be in to win, simply purchase a Stuff newspaper, find the daily code and enter it at stuff.co.nz/meloyelo

You’ll find the daily codes in the Sunday Star Times, Sunday News, The Dominion Post, The Press, Waikato … View more
This summer we’re giving away 25 Meloyelo E-Bikes worth over $70,000.

To be in to win, simply purchase a Stuff newspaper, find the daily code and enter it at stuff.co.nz/meloyelo

You’ll find the daily codes in the Sunday Star Times, Sunday News, The Dominion Post, The Press, Waikato Times, Southland Times, Taranaki Daily News, Manawatu Standard, Nelson Mail, Timaru Herald and the Marlborough Express.

Competition ends 19th January 2020.
Learn more

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1874 days ago

Cat/dog door

Fale from Ponsonby

It's clearout time!
Selling one small cat/dog door (brand new, still in box) $35
'Magic' slide holder (brooms/mops) $20
Thanks

Negotiable

1874 days ago

Recipe: Crepe Batter (Lemon & Sugar)

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Crepes are quick to make and easy to prepare. They can be made in advance, covered in plastic wrap and refrigerated for a few days or frozen for use in the future. They can be used for both savoury and sweet courses and crepes are one of those classic recipes that teach young people to cook … View moreCrepes are quick to make and easy to prepare. They can be made in advance, covered in plastic wrap and refrigerated for a few days or frozen for use in the future. They can be used for both savoury and sweet courses and crepes are one of those classic recipes that teach young people to cook something straight-forward for themselves at home.
Ingredients
2 Eggs

1 pinch Salt

120 g Plain flour

300 ml Milk

1 Tbsp Vegetable oil, (canola, rice bran) plus extra for cooking

¼ cup Caster sugar

1 Lemon


Check out the full recipe on the link below.

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1875 days ago

Kids, Kites and Colour - free kids event

Michelle from Ponsonby

A free summer pop-up event happening in a park near you on January 14.

BYO picnic and come and create with us in the park! We’ll be making our own kites, connecting with kids from all over the world, and having a great day out. Drop in anytime between 10am-1pm and be part of the event.

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A free summer pop-up event happening in a park near you on January 14.

BYO picnic and come and create with us in the park! We’ll be making our own kites, connecting with kids from all over the world, and having a great day out. Drop in anytime between 10am-1pm and be part of the event.

Creative Connection with Colour Our Story

Be part of a project to connect kids in communities all over the world through art. Create your own messages and drawings in colouring books (designed by kids from all over the world) that will be sent to kids in Haiti, Uganda, and Sierra Leone. They’ll find your message when they get their books! We’ll also be colouring and decorating the box that will be sent to the community.

For an optional $10 you can sponsor a book to be part of the project, and you’ll also receive your own book, so your kids can see life through the eyes of another child.

Make a Kite with Marshmallow and Mint

Colour, make and fly your own simple kite. It’s impossible to be unhappy flying a kite, and anyone can make one! All materials and instructions provided, imagination and experimentation highly encouraged.

Marshmallow and Mint deliver themed NZ made boxes of inspirational and creative activities that make the holidays easy and fun! Boxes will be available to view and order during the event.

Kids, Kites, and Colour is a creative collaboration from Colour Our Story and Marshmallow and Mint.

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1875 days ago

Book your next trip of a lifetime with Readers Tours!

The Team from Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our adventurous seniors on unforgettable journeys. Join us in 2020 to explore the rich history and beautiful sights that New Zealand has to offer.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two… View more
For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our adventurous seniors on unforgettable journeys. Join us in 2020 to explore the rich history and beautiful sights that New Zealand has to offer.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

Don’t delay - sign up on our website today to receive a full information pack.
Find out more

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1876 days ago

49" Panasonic Viera LED TH-49D400Z

Devam from Auckland Central

TV in great condition, works perfectly and comes with stand.

Selling as we have downsized and no longer have space for this one.

Model number is TH49D400Z.

Features:
Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution… View more
TV in great condition, works perfectly and comes with stand.

Selling as we have downsized and no longer have space for this one.

Model number is TH49D400Z.

Features:
Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution
50Hz Refresh Rate
Freeview Digital Tuner
Adaptive Backlight Dimming
Vivid Digital Pro
Dot Noise Reduction
Media Player
HDMI x2, USB x1

Price: $300

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