Ashhurst - Pohangina, Ashhurst

Win a brand new home!

Win a brand new home!

For just $15, you could win a fully furnished home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million. Buy your tickets today!

1161 days ago

Job matching service success

Competenz

"Another success story!

Our free job matching service helped place Caitlyn in her dream job and gave her employer the apprentice he had been searching for. A win-win!

Competenz provided the details of the job, and I’m happy Big Ideas took me on, I always wanted to be a signwriter … View more
"Another success story!

Our free job matching service helped place Caitlyn in her dream job and gave her employer the apprentice he had been searching for. A win-win!

Competenz provided the details of the job, and I’m happy Big Ideas took me on, I always wanted to be a signwriter when I left high school but never had the chance. But now I do"" says Caitlyn.

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1161 days ago

Digital Boost Live - App Launch

Digital Boost

Hi neighbours!

With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.

So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our … View more
Hi neighbours!

With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.

So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our brand new app - Digital Boost Live.

Our app has everything you need in the palm of your hand so you can keep learning from anywhere.

You'll remain logged in all the time and have access to exclusive podcasts with business and industry experts only available via our app. Notifications will keep you up to date with new content and competitions as soon as they land.

All our learning videos, downloadable summaries, cases studies, and Q&A sessions will still be there - perfect for small business owners looking for a practical way to keep learning while on the move.

Don't delay, download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and start learning today!

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1162 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
Find out more

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1163 days ago

Help wanted

Sammy from Roslyn - Terrace End

Hi does any one have any picking tools I can borrow or does anyone know how I can get into my son's bedroom he's 6 and he accidentally locked his door it's been over a week and still can't manage to find keys. I don't want to damage the door either. If someone can help or … View moreHi does any one have any picking tools I can borrow or does anyone know how I can get into my son's bedroom he's 6 and he accidentally locked his door it's been over a week and still can't manage to find keys. I don't want to damage the door either. If someone can help or point me in the right direction that would be awesome. Thanks

1163 days ago

It's that time of year again whānau...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Make sure to update any manual clocks (don't forget about our older neighbours who might need a helping hand) and have a wonderful spring weekend!

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1166 days ago

Chickens - Point of Lay

Phil from Kelvin Grove

A friend of mine on a rural block looking to buy 3 or 4 point of lay chickens as some of the existing chooks getting too old. Any suggestions as to where could get some?

1163 days ago

Textural tumblers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Feilding

These artfully crafted vessels have heaps of uses. Simple, inexpensive and totally on-trend – the hardest thing will be deciding which to create first and which Resene colours to use.

Find out how to create your own.

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1164 days ago

Educational Opportunities World-Class at Equifest

Equifest

The equestrian event of the year, Equifest is back. Returning to Taupō 29 – 31 October 2021, Equifest promised three exciting days of education, shopping, competition and nightshows.

With more than 140 educational sessions, where else can you learn about all your favourite disciplines in one … View more
The equestrian event of the year, Equifest is back. Returning to Taupō 29 – 31 October 2021, Equifest promised three exciting days of education, shopping, competition and nightshows.

With more than 140 educational sessions, where else can you learn about all your favourite disciplines in one weekend?

So what are you waiting for? Grab your tickets and get ready to celebrate everything we love about horses!
Find out more

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1164 days ago

Your local is calling you...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!

This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let … View more
Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!

This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let everyone know why your favourite small business is worth supporting.
Nominate Now!

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1164 days ago

Just for laughs!

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

"Sometimes you might feel like no one's there for you, but you know who's always there for you?
Laundry.
Laundry will always be there for you."

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1164 days ago

Free parking on Sundays and evenings safe for now

Janine Rankin Reporter from Manawatū Standard

Hi Neighbours,
A lot of you probably let the city council know how much you opposed the idea of paying for parking on evenings and Sundays. You got a result!

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1164 days ago

Fashion Event

Carla from Feilding

Sallies Boutique. A wide range of beautiful fashion for sale - clothes, shoes, handbags and jewellery. The Salvation Army Church. Thursday 23rd , Friday 24th September 9.30-4.30 and Saturday 25th .9.30-1.30

Price: $5

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1165 days ago

This One Won't Last!

Principal and Licensee Agent from Stu Fleming and Lyndsey Elliott - Ray White Real Estate

This absolutely immaculate townhouse at 68a Ferguson Street Awapuni has just come to the market for sale.
Spacious, sunny, secure and private - there's a whole lot to love about this.
Don't delay - Call Stu today 027 444 1594

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1166 days ago

Hand crafted cement leaves from real leaves.

Pene from Hokowhitu

Hi, if anyone wants to come and view they are welcome to. If you could txt or phone first . 0220375870. Appointment only as we at level 2. Also other pieces of garden art that I make from cement.

Negotiable

1166 days ago

What Are the Basic Styles of Fabric for Curtains & Upholstery?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

There are five different styles/category of fabric that form the foundation for the vast array of curtain and upholstery fabrics you see on the market today. Each fabric style outlined below has its own unique characteristics and are produced using different techniques. Some of these fabric … View moreThere are five different styles/category of fabric that form the foundation for the vast array of curtain and upholstery fabrics you see on the market today. Each fabric style outlined below has its own unique characteristics and are produced using different techniques. Some of these fabric types will be well known to you like plain and printed fabrics, while others less so.

You may be wondering why cotton and linen for example are not included here – this is because they are a type of composition that falls within one of these categories below.
Here we give you a high-level overview of the styles of fabrics available to you for your home interior or commercial interior project.

PLAIN: Plain fabrics are characterised by simple weaves and textures not showing any complex design.
Simple weaves are for instance – hopsacks, twills, herringbones and satins. Common fabric compositions used for plain fabrics include natural fibres (cotton, linen) as well as synthetic fibres (polyester, acrylic, etc.)

Plain interior fabrics take on a simple and paired back aesthetic. Ideal for a minimalist décor, you can complement plain fabrics with more textured and tactile textiles for added interest to your home décor.

PRINTED: Printing is the process of applying coloured designs and patterns to a woven textile. One or more colours are applied to the fabric in specific parts only, using thickened dyes to prevent the colour from spreading beyond the limits of the pattern or design. In quality printed fabrics, the colour is bonded with the fibre so as to resist loss of dye from washing and friction (crocking). Printing is an ancient textile manufacturing technique of which there are five print production methods you can use:

Burn Out Printing: A process which uses chemicals, rather than colour, to burn out or dissolve away one fibre in a fabric. The purpose is to achieve a sheer design on a solid or opaque fabric. The chemicals used during production can make this fabric sensitive to ultraviolet degradation when hung in direct sunlight.

Digital Printing: Rapidly becoming a popular and commercially viable printing method due to its flexibility, precision and consistency. With this new printing technique it is now possible to print any design, even with photographic detail, onto fabric. There are no restrictions in the amount of colour that can be used.

Engraved Roller Printing: The printing method used for the majority of fabrics worldwide. The colours are printed directly onto the fabric. There must be one roller for each colour used in the print. The more colours used, the better the print definition and depth of colour. The number of colours used is printed on the left hand selvedge of a fabric along with the brand.



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