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Free Financial Mentoring Workshops with North Harbour Budgeting Services Inc.
11am-1pm Tuesday, 23 July
This free workshop will equip you with practical tips for increasing revenue & cutting costs. Empower yourself with insights to enhance your financial wellbeing. Get a grip on your … View moreFree Financial Mentoring Workshops with North Harbour Budgeting Services Inc.
11am-1pm Tuesday, 23 July
This free workshop will equip you with practical tips for increasing revenue & cutting costs. Empower yourself with insights to enhance your financial wellbeing. Get a grip on your finances & make room for all the fun things in life! Meet like-minded locals, swap tips and turn budgeting into something positive in a safe environment.
Winter is well and truly here, and we’re helping you keep your cup full and your mind entertained. Simply purchase or gift a subscription via mags4gifts.co.nz before 31 July and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win 1 of 3 Delonghi Espresso Coffee Makers worth $229* each!
… View moreWinter is well and truly here, and we’re helping you keep your cup full and your mind entertained. Simply purchase or gift a subscription via mags4gifts.co.nz before 31 July and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win 1 of 3 Delonghi Espresso Coffee Makers worth $229* each!
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For sale - a solid oak bedframe with 2 drawers - Double size with mattress - Excellent Condition
We are looking for two part time unqualified/ teachers in training for our childcare Centre in Mairangi Bay. We are an authentic Reggio inspired Centre which delights in learning alongside children as they explore their world with wonder, curiosity and creativity. Join our friendly team and be … View moreWe are looking for two part time unqualified/ teachers in training for our childcare Centre in Mairangi Bay. We are an authentic Reggio inspired Centre which delights in learning alongside children as they explore their world with wonder, curiosity and creativity. Join our friendly team and be part of our family. Contact us to discuss the many advantages of working with us. Please send your cv to diane@bearpark.co.nz
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Winter is here, and we've got the perfect accessories to keep you cosy and chic! Our Possum Merino beanies, scarves, gloves, and socks are made from the finest blend of possum fur and merino wool, offering unbeatable warmth and comfort. Whether you're braving the cold or enjoying a snowy … View moreWinter is here, and we've got the perfect accessories to keep you cosy and chic! Our Possum Merino beanies, scarves, gloves, and socks are made from the finest blend of possum fur and merino wool, offering unbeatable warmth and comfort. Whether you're braving the cold or enjoying a snowy adventure, these luxurious pieces are a winter must-have! ❤
Shop the collection now and embrace the season with elegance and warmth! ✨
To ensure our Hospices and the specialist palliative care that they provide, FREE, we need communities to support these fundraising events.
Tickets from Eventfinda
A Fun night of live music, dancing, raffles and mystery balloons.
We're looking for delicious orange recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's October issue. Send your family's favourite ways to enjoy this fruit to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 20, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the October issue of NZ Gardener.
Hi neighbours,
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View moreHi neighbours,
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone
We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.
Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in… View moreWinter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in cooler temperatures and to prepare the soil for future planting.
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Mattresses usually last 8-10 years before they need to be replaced. Mattresses are one of the most difficult consumer products to get rid of responsibly. Maybe this is one of the main reasons that they end up on the Curb. But have you ever thought what happens to the old mattress when you leave it … View moreMattresses usually last 8-10 years before they need to be replaced. Mattresses are one of the most difficult consumer products to get rid of responsibly. Maybe this is one of the main reasons that they end up on the Curb. But have you ever thought what happens to the old mattress when you leave it on the curb? The size and construction of the mattress create a major problem for the authorities.
"300,000 mattresses are sent to landfill every year in New Zealand – if stacked this pile of unwanted mattresses would reach to the edge of space! This 8100 tonnes of waste cost $14.5 million to landfill every year", says 3R Group Chief Executive Adele Rose.
So what’s the best way to get rid of your old mattress? Here are some of the suggested ways to adios your old Mattress:
Sell it:
If your Mattress is not a home to bed bugs and has no major stains or rips. You can consider to sell it for a nominal fee. Trademe or any other social media platform can help you reach potential buyers. This can be one of the most environmentally friendly options.
Donate the Mattress:
You can check with your local non-profits to see if they accept old mattresses or beds in a donation. Organizations like The Salvation Army & Red Cross have centers where you can drop your good quality old beds & Furniture that can be passed to people in need.
Consider Recycling:
If you're not able to sell or donate your mattress, then you should try to send your mattress to a recycling center. Both consumers and businesses can drop off old mattresses at these centers. Businesses can also arrange direct delivery to a local processing centre. The mattresses are dismantled into raw materials, such as steel, foam, plastic, and fabric which are either recycled or reused. The rebound mattress recycling program is a stewardship program designed to provide a simple and accessible solution enabling consumers to responsibly dispose of unwanted mattresses and bed bases.
Break It Yourself:
If you have the time, space, and tools, you can easily break a mattress or base yourself. Simply cut around the perimeter of the fabric covering and peel the cloth and foam away from the box springs and wooden frame. You can roll these materials into a compact bundle and put them in your regular trash can. Next, take a saw and cut up the frame you can then burn or turn it into wood chips. Take the box springs to a recycling center or sell them for scrap.
Re-Purposing:
An old mattress can be re-purposed which means putting it to another use. It requires creative imagination to come up with ideas on where to use the old mattress. In Australia, an enterprising group is taking the stuffing out of old mattresses, washing it, and then making punching bags using it as filling. Before you throw away your old mattress consider if you can find a new use for it.
With an estimated 300,000 mattresses and bases sent to landfill every year in New Zealand. That’s the equivalent of twenty-five 20-foot shipping containers filled with these units every single day the community needs to dispose of their old beds responsibly.
For sale - a solid oak bedframe with 2 drawers - Double size with mattress - Excellent Condition
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience … View more91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
Check out South Auckland Motors Manukau UTE Sale. Some even below cost so grab yourself a bargain!
Every UTE sold comes with at least 3,000km RUC, One Year Rego, Fresh WOF and a Full Tank of Diesel.
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