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Whether it’s a side hustle or your big leap, JumpStarter is here to help you turn your business dreams into reality! From step-by-step guides to practical tips, we’ll walk you through launching your business and building your first website.
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Whether it’s a side hustle or your big leap, JumpStarter is here to help you turn your business dreams into reality! From step-by-step guides to practical tips, we’ll walk you through launching your business and building your first website.
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Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!
Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and … View moreJanet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!
Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and have lived in the Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village for three and a half years. Our passion for gardening spans many years. We change our display every six months to cover Spring and Summer.
The residents in the village regularly bring their visitors to see our display and take plenty of photographs. When you hear comments such as “It lifts my spirits when I get to this corner” you realise how much it means to everyone. We will continue to create a beautiful garden for as long as we are able."
Click on the photos below to have a good look! And give Janet's garden a Like below if you think they've done a great job.
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!
This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.
Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!
… View moreThe Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!
This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.
Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!
So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your floral garden to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃
Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.
Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new … View moreDon't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.
Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new owner.
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We love supporting people on their swimming journey! Whether you're just starting out, developing your skills, or looking to stay fit, we have a class for you. AUT Millennium Swim School offers lessons for everyone, from water babies and toddlers to teens and adults.
Why Choose AUT … View moreWe love supporting people on their swimming journey! Whether you're just starting out, developing your skills, or looking to stay fit, we have a class for you. AUT Millennium Swim School offers lessons for everyone, from water babies and toddlers to teens and adults.
Why Choose AUT Millennium Swim School?
- Our world-class facility includes two 50m Olympic-size pools, a 25m pool, and a 10m teaching pool, offering options for every skill level.
- Our passionate swim instructors are committed to helping the community learn to swim. Their regular training ensures a high standard of coaching every time.
Sign up for Term 1 today - perfect for all ages and stages!
There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it. -Edith Wharton, novelist
350 square platter. Can be used as a platter or displayed (as I did!). Email lynleywillis@yahoo.com
Beautiful blue glass bowl, 200H, 300W. Pick up from Milford. Email lynleywillis@yahoo.com
Stainless steel pot with lid in excellent condition. Approx 10 litres, not sure. Also a Pyrex pot with lid, approx 5L. Very small chip in the lid which you can see in the photo. Will sell separately or together. Stainless $30, pyrex $10. Collect from Milford. Email lynleywillis@yahoo.com
For the first time since August 2022, a major bank has cut a mortgage rate below 5%! Westpac has dropped its 3yr special fixed home loan rate to 4.99%, alongside reductions for other fixed terms.
What does this mean for you?
✅ Refixing Soon? Now is a great time to review your options — … View moreFor the first time since August 2022, a major bank has cut a mortgage rate below 5%! Westpac has dropped its 3yr special fixed home loan rate to 4.99%, alongside reductions for other fixed terms.
What does this mean for you?
✅ Refixing Soon? Now is a great time to review your options — locking in a lower rate could mean big savings.
✅ Buying a Home? Lower rates improve affordability, so it's worth reassessing your budget and options.
✅ Refinancing? If your rate is significantly higher, switching lenders might save you thousands.
This is a competitive move that could signal further rate drops ahead. If you’re wondering whether to act now or wait, let’s chat about your mortgage strategy. A quick review today could put you in a stronger position for 2025 and beyond.
📩 Get in touch for an independent mortgage review!
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Hi All,
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- Water-blasting
- Hedge Trimming
- Weed Removal
- Exterior Painting
- House do ups etc… View moreHi All,
Anyone needing garden/ house maintenance?
- Water-blasting
- Hedge Trimming
- Weed Removal
- Exterior Painting
- House do ups etc
Let me know :)
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There's been an abundance of product recalls in the past few weeks. Please check the list below, and click on any products that may affect you so you can see all the details of its recall.
Food:
Heritage Mighty garlic ciabatta
LollyShop brand Frosted Caramels
Mexicano corn chips cheese
… View moreThere's been an abundance of product recalls in the past few weeks. Please check the list below, and click on any products that may affect you so you can see all the details of its recall.
Food:
Heritage Mighty garlic ciabatta
LollyShop brand Frosted Caramels
Mexicano corn chips cheese
Oxford brand steak pie
Sanitarium Up & Go Protein Energize Vanilla
Cape Herb & Spice brand himalayan pink salt, smoky bbq, salt & pepper & seasoned salt
Products:
ProtectorAI balustrade posts - Bunnings
Juniper 2-in-1 baby high chair & swing
Annabel Trends - Baby banana teether - Not Socks
Baby Way NZ baby rocker/bouncer
Fitbit - Sense and Versa 3
Hutchwilco manual inflatable lifejacket
Glow in the dark hooded jumper
Little Bambinos various pyjamas
Muve Baby Way NZ musical bouncer
Arlec power board - Bunnings
HPM Electresafe Powercentre
Polaris RZR Pro R/ Pro R4
ISOFIX rotating car seat
You can see last month's recalls here. We hope this update was helpful!
Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.
Share a photo in the comments below
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — … View moreFRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — perfect for embracing new adventures.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so … View moreMark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.
His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.
Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'
The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!
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