'Time for Tea, Recipes from the Kitchens of Alberton, Highwic and Ewelme Cottage'.
This delightful collection of cake & sweet recipes transcribed from originals left by the inhabitants of our Auckland historic houses, has just been reprinted and is now available in the gift shops at Alberton, Highwic 1862 and Ewelme at $7!
Giving an insight into the kind of home baked treats enjoyed with tea and with guests in early New Zealand, most of the recipes were tried and tested (and the results tasted) for the making of the book! A special souvenir of our Auckland historic homes and lovely gift the keen baker.
Available at the Verandah Store at Alberton, 100 Mt Albert rd. Open Wed-Sun 10:30-4:30 Shop with us to support Heritage New Zealand in caring for 48 historic sites around the country.
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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32.1% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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67.9% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Poll: Is Auckland’s economy improving?
The latest reporting from The Post suggests a wave of optimism for 2026. With interest rates finally heading south, businesses are feeling more positive. But for many on the ground, the real-world recovery feels a bit like a slow-moving commute on Auckland's motorways.
We want to know: Are you seeing signs of Auckland's economy improving in your industry or neighbourhood? Whether it's busier shops, new projects kicking off, or just a shift in the mood ...
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16.9% Yes
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66.9% No
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16.3% A little
Denim, but make it one-of-a-kind 💙
Not every pair of jeans makes it to the rack... but that doesn’t mean their story ends there. Our talented volunteer Annie has been transforming damaged denim into handcrafted bags, hats and aprons in our Onehunga SPCA Op Shop ✂️🧵
This latest batch even features her own hand-sewn designs, and customers have been loving them, they sell almost as soon as they hit the shelf!
It’s creativity, sustainability and community all stitched together, helping animals in need 🐾
📍 217 Onehunga Mall, Onehunga
🕘 9am–5pm, 7 days
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