Cushions for sale. =D $10 each for the handmade ones, OR $5 the pair for the duck egg-green ones. =D
The auction on TradeMe - bid to buy:
www.trademe.co.nz...
Hand sewn from recycled fabric and stuffed by hand too, most of them, and the bigger ones (those in photos 3-5) have a size 20 Spotlight inner. =D They are made from recycled clothing and upholstery fabric. Those in photo 1 are 34cm x 34cm x 15cm thick, the size 18 floral print cushion (photo 2) is 45cm long x 30cm tall, and 15cm thick at the thickest point. The larger size 20 one (photo 3) is 43cm long x 45cm tall, and about 17cm thick at the thickest point. The big green and black side-panelled ones (photos 4 & 5) are a size 20 Spotlight cushion inner, that's 47cm by 46cm by about 22cm thick at the thickest part. Nice and big and comfortable to lean on in your favourite armchair. =D The two small duck-egg green ones are $5 for the pair, and are 34.5cm x 34.5cm x 10cm thick. Private message me if you want to buy any. =D
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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