Springston Community Garden Autumn Pruning Demonstration
**** What a fantastic response! We've reached our max capacity for Sunday already! I think if we add any more visitors it'll affect the viewing/hearing ability & we don't want anyone leaving disappointed! Thanks to all that have registered - if by chance you can't make it please let us know, there's still a lot of interest coming in. If you've RSVP on Facebook or Neighbourly but haven't yet made contact you're still on the list, please message through with your contact details & suburb you're coming from so we can add it to our registration in advance. 🍁🍂🍎 ****
Harvesting fruit from your own backyard is a dream but are you looking after your trees properly?
Maximise plant health, growth & fruit production!
Watch local Home Orchard Guru Greg Quinn in action to learn new skills & see how it’s done in person!
A fantastic, hands on opportunity to refresh your technique & ask the expert as he works!
$5 Donation / 1 x Selwyn Timebank Credit for entry
Every participant will go in the draw to win a Home Orchard Hamper including an Egremont Russet Apple Tree - donated by Kiwiflora
Our UnbeLEAFable Autumn Raffle tickets, Seeds & Seedlings will also be available to purchase on the day.
Contact Tina ph. 0210738092 for further information
Email: springstonsecretgarden@gmail.com
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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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