Kingston, Wellington

885 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.

"I used to avoid posting photos where I had accidentally captured a nictitating membrane - I thought they looked like weird sausage-skin sideways eyelids. Then I read that they are amazing built-in bird goggles, so the bird can blink and still see, or even … View more
Words and picture by Louise Thomas.

"I used to avoid posting photos where I had accidentally captured a nictitating membrane - I thought they looked like weird sausage-skin sideways eyelids. Then I read that they are amazing built-in bird goggles, so the bird can blink and still see, or even shutter their eyes in extreme conditions to protect their eyes while flying or diving. Apparently we used to have them too - the pink blob in the inner corner of our eyes is a vestigial membrane. I suppose we evolved out of needing them - still they might have been handy the other day when I was trying to take photos on the beach during a gale. Pūkeko/purple swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus) at Waimanu Lagoon."

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891 days ago

Wanting to buy a old classic Mountain Bike

Carolyn from Lyall Bay

Hi I am looking to buy an old classic mens mountain bike eg: Cannondale, Scott, Bauer, giant, trek etc. Medium/Large frame. It can be 20 years or older but in good condition. If you can help, for my brother who had his bike stolen 2 days ago. That would be appreciated.

J
882 days ago

Panes of glass

Joy from Brooklyn

I have a number of panes of glass to give away, some plain, some obscure. Could be good for a garden cold frame or glasshouse. Must be collected

Free

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882 days ago

200gm coffee jars with lids

Joy from Brooklyn

I have approx 1 dozen 200gm coffee jars with lids. Good for kitchen storage; take some or all but must be collected.

Free

J
882 days ago

Wallace Dynajet 35 water pump

Joy from Brooklyn

I think the motor is dead but pump may be useful for spares. To be collected.

Free

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882 days ago

Chpper Chopper mulcher

Joy from Brooklyn

Not very reliable - keeps jamming up and has to be dismantled to clear, however has quite a powerful electric motor which I think still works. Must be collected

Free

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882 days ago

Ryoibi 3046YE petrol weed eater

Joy from Brooklyn

The motor is not functioning but may be repairable, though spare parts are a problem. Has several attachments - cord trimmer, blade trimmer, hedge trimmer, pole saw. Must be collected

Free

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882 days ago

Washing machine

Joy from Brooklyn

I have an old Kelvinator Gentle Annie washing machine that is having problems - eg cold water not filling properly. Motor works, and m/c may be repairable. Free to a good home, but must be collected.

Free

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882 days ago

Recycling collections on hold (again) due to illness (27/06/2022)

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Hello,

GBRAI received from WCC notification that due to ongoing sickness amongst the recycling contractors, there will be no glass collection this week in wider Kingston/Mornington/Brooklyn. So unless you want to take a trip to the recycling centre at the council run Southern Landfill, in the … View more
Hello,

GBRAI received from WCC notification that due to ongoing sickness amongst the recycling contractors, there will be no glass collection this week in wider Kingston/Mornington/Brooklyn. So unless you want to take a trip to the recycling centre at the council run Southern Landfill, in the Landfill Precinct, best you store the glass until Wednesday 13th of July.

Joys of winter ills inflicted on our recycling services again unfortunately


"Kia ora,

We are writing to update you on our recycling collections - please share this information with your community and networks.

Unfortunately, our waste collection contractors are once again operating at reduced capacity due to COVID-19. As a result, glass collections will be put on hold from Monday 27 June for an estimated two weeks.

Rubbish and co-mingled recycling collections will be prioritised, but delays are likely.

For health and safety reasons, residents should bring their glass crates back inside off the street until normal service resumes. In the meantime, they can stockpile their glass or drop it off for free at the Recycling Station at the Southern Landfill. Otherwise, glass can be wrapped and put in general rubbish.

We apologise for this disruption and will be in touch again soon with another update.

For the latest updates on collections and rubbish and recycling processing, please visit our website.

Ngā mihi,
Waste Operation"

884 days ago

Fried Chicken or War Goddesses?

Stuff

As partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried … View moreAs partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried Chicken Festival.

Flights included for those out of Auckland.
Enter now

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885 days ago

Insect house

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Build a cosy bug hotel to hang in a quiet corner of your garden and paint it in your favourite Resene hues.

Find out how to create your own.

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885 days ago

Switch to Snapper for Johnsonville line

Metlink

From 1 July 2022, Monthly train passes, 10-Trips and off-board single trip tickets to Johnsonville will no longer be sold by Metlink ticket offices or retailers.

You can still buy single trip tickets on-board with cash.
Know more

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885 days ago

Cooking classes with Sheila's Indian Kitchen

Sheila's Indian Kitchen from Sheila's Indian Kitchen

Authentic Indian Cooking Classes in Brooklyn, Wellington, during the week and weekends. Enjoy panoramic views while learning!

* Class size can be between 2 to 6 people in each session.

* Team building, social, birthday classes available for up to 12 people.

* Custom made private … View more
Authentic Indian Cooking Classes in Brooklyn, Wellington, during the week and weekends. Enjoy panoramic views while learning!

* Class size can be between 2 to 6 people in each session.

* Team building, social, birthday classes available for up to 12 people.

* Custom made private classes can be given.

*Gift vouchers available for purchase.

* Stainless steel spicebox filled with organic spices available for purchase (these are popular and make a great gift for friends and family).

About the class:
* It is a 2 hour hands on session followed by a lunch or dinner afterwards. All ingredients, recipes and complimentary organic Karma drinks will be provided with a full course meal.

* Choice of menu can be either:

1) Spicy potato stuffed paratha or aaloo ka paratha, rajasthani tomato relish, aalu matter or spicy peas- potato curry, roasted cumin yogurt raita and fresh mint-coriander chutney.

Or

2) Shahi Paneer (cottage cheese cubes with spices and rich tomato-cashew gravy), garlic coriander naan, cumin jeera basmati rice and sweet fragrant rice pudding with saffron & cardamom. The class will also be taught how to make fresh paneer.

Or

3) Roasted eggplant curry, plain whole wheat chapatti or roti, jeera aaloo or cumin potato curry, Tuar dahl (split yellow lentil ) and Basmati rice with homemade pickle and papodums.

Or

4) Palak paneer (creamy spinach curry with cubes of paneer), jeera rice (basmati rice with fragrant spices and nuts), punjabi chhole or spicy chickpeas curry, mango lassi with sweet spices. The class will also be taught how to make fresh paneer.

Or

5) Khadi (chickpeas flour dumplings in spicy yogurt soupy gravy), Aloo-Gobhi (cauliflower and potato curry), savoury wraps with herbs and spices, fresh home made pickle and basmati rice.

* Cost per person is $105 (this includes all ingredient costs)

*Cost for a private class of 1 to 2 people is $295 which includes all ingredients, a custom made menu with masala chai and snacks.

* Cost for a private class group of 7 to 12 people is $115 per person (this includes all ingredient costs)

Bookings in advance are required. So come along and try it out!!

Email: indiancooking@xtra.co.nz
Mobile: 021 0269 7038

886 days ago

Do you have a great tamarillo recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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886 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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