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The Grand Designs NZ show featuring the magnificent Britten Stables project in Christchurch has aired again on Three. Isabelle and Tim tell us how they've fared, pre- and post-lockdown.
This year's Anzac Day will take a very different shape with a virtual dawn service, but Kiwis are still being asked to stand to commemorate those who have served for us.
The Royal New Zealand Returned Services Association and the New Zealand Defence Force will host a virtual dawn service for … View moreThis year's Anzac Day will take a very different shape with a virtual dawn service, but Kiwis are still being asked to stand to commemorate those who have served for us.
The Royal New Zealand Returned Services Association and the New Zealand Defence Force will host a virtual dawn service for the first time in its more than 100-year history this Anzac Day. Find out more here.
How will you commemorate Anzac Day this year? Send us a PM or an email - reporters@press.co.nz - or comment below.
While the team from Elusion Electrical are looking forward to the step down to level 3 we want to reassure all our customers we continue to take both our valued clients and family saftey very seriously.
We will be open from the 28th April for all Electrical jobs (until this date we will continue … View moreWhile the team from Elusion Electrical are looking forward to the step down to level 3 we want to reassure all our customers we continue to take both our valued clients and family saftey very seriously.
We will be open from the 28th April for all Electrical jobs (until this date we will continue in essiental services). Our risk assessment will remain in place including checking everyone in the house has been well and we also practice distancing and increased hand hygiene, and wearing a mask if appropriate. We also commit to you that if anyone in our house is unwell we will delay job untill we are 100% satisfied it is safe. The great thing about being a family business and our teens remaining at home for online school is that it strengthens our abilty to keep our clients safer.
Now is the time to book all those jobs that have annoyed you for the last 4 weeks: the upgrades to LED lights, oven, rangehood installs, getting rid of that old partially working heat pump for a new one or getting heat transfer kits and heaters installed for winter.
Stay safe team and see you in a week.
As always please don't hesitate to phone us if you have any queries.
Patrick and family
Elusion Electrical
Your emotional and mental wellbeing is important. It is normal to feel stressed or lonely when self-isolating, but there are some things you can do to feel better.
Even if you are not sick you may be feeling anxious about COVID-19. This is normal.
Reach out to your family and whānau, friends… View moreYour emotional and mental wellbeing is important. It is normal to feel stressed or lonely when self-isolating, but there are some things you can do to feel better.
Even if you are not sick you may be feeling anxious about COVID-19. This is normal.
Reach out to your family and whānau, friends and workmates. Sharing how we feel and offering support to others is important.
We want to remind you that if you or someone you know is struggling right now, there is free help available.
See below a list of helplines throughout New Zealand ?
Kia Kaha Aotearoa.
Tiny house builders have had a surge in interest during the lockdown, some from families that are 'herding'
During COVID-19 lockdowns overseas, we've seen someone run a half marathon on a tiny balcony and the distance of Everest up and down a staircase. What will we see next in New Zealand!?
We are an active country and we like to get outdoors in our beautiful landscapes. But we know that right now… View moreDuring COVID-19 lockdowns overseas, we've seen someone run a half marathon on a tiny balcony and the distance of Everest up and down a staircase. What will we see next in New Zealand!?
We are an active country and we like to get outdoors in our beautiful landscapes. But we know that right now we must #stayhomesavelives. Here is a way that you can still keep active in your own home, and still enjoy the beautiful scenery that we have here in Aotearoa! ? #RedCrossVirtualTour
Hamish and Suzy Hutton were already planning to launch an online farmers' market when coronavirus ignited the global online food shopping craze.
Luckily for them, they'd already done the hard yards, building the platform, testing the site and enticing dozens of artisan suppliers to get … View moreHamish and Suzy Hutton were already planning to launch an online farmers' market when coronavirus ignited the global online food shopping craze.
Luckily for them, they'd already done the hard yards, building the platform, testing the site and enticing dozens of artisan suppliers to get on board.
The pressure to help suppliers get their goods out swiftly convinced the Canterbury couple to bring the site to life early, launching the Marker2u shop in late March.
Christchurch's suburbs are packed with walkers and cyclists as queues form outside local dairies, yet the central city remains eerily quiet and empty.
Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.
Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an … View moreDirector-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.
Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an educational programme that promotes these competencies, and also teaches effective listening, thinking on your feet, leadership skills, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.
Amid lockdown, many of New Zealand’s Toastmasters clubs have transitioned to holding their regular meetings online to allow the continuation of personal and professional development while providing social interaction.
To find a meeting near you, visit http://www.toastmasters.org.nz/find_your_voice
Pop some water in a bowl outside your house for all the dogs that have never been walked this much in their life hehe 😆 I'm sure it'll be appreciated
This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...
Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping … View moreThis is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...
Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping you work from home, on a local neighbourhood walk getting some exercise, or any cute, fun, and funny photos!
Hi Neighbours!
The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket … View moreHi Neighbours!
The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket essentials.
It also includes details on COVID-19 related scams and what to look out for to stay safe.
Read the newsletter here: bit.ly...
In this week's issue we say Asian greens are quick and easy for impatient gardeners. Plus check out shrubs to grow from hardwood cuttings, go on an autumn pest patrol, tidy up the vege patch, save nuts from rats and get ready for bad weather.
Read about growing herbs from cuttings and seeds. … View moreIn this week's issue we say Asian greens are quick and easy for impatient gardeners. Plus check out shrubs to grow from hardwood cuttings, go on an autumn pest patrol, tidy up the vege patch, save nuts from rats and get ready for bad weather.
Read about growing herbs from cuttings and seeds. We also have some great prizes up for grabs, including Thrive Citrus Plant Food from Yates and Green Feed seed packs from Burnet’s.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Refresh an old fashioned mail tray with a modern new look using the Resene Whites and Neutrals range.
Reinvent it as a magazine holder, spice rack or use it to hold your favourite cookbooks. Paint the front panel in Resene FX Blackboard Paint and use it as a handy writing space.
Make the most … View moreRefresh an old fashioned mail tray with a modern new look using the Resene Whites and Neutrals range.
Reinvent it as a magazine holder, spice rack or use it to hold your favourite cookbooks. Paint the front panel in Resene FX Blackboard Paint and use it as a handy writing space.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create your own Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
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