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1949 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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1948 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1948 days ago

Poll: What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View more
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)

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What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?
  • 1.3% Monday
    1.3% Complete
  • 1.6% Tuesday
    1.6% Complete
  • 3.1% Wednesday
    3.1% Complete
  • 6.2% Thursday
    6.2% Complete
  • 68.1% Friday
    68.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Saturday
    12.8% Complete
  • 6.8% Sunday
    6.8% Complete
1635 votes
1948 days ago

Should you be leaving your heat pump on?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.

And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.

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1949 days ago

The Great Britain Rugby League Lions return!

GB Rugby League Lions Tour and Oceania Cup 2019

International Rugby League returns to the South Island with a doubleheader at Christchurch’s Orangetheory Stadium.

The New Zealand Kiwis, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions, Papua New Guinea Kumuls and Fiji Bati will be in action in the Garden City on November 9.

The first game of the … View more
International Rugby League returns to the South Island with a doubleheader at Christchurch’s Orangetheory Stadium.

The New Zealand Kiwis, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions, Papua New Guinea Kumuls and Fiji Bati will be in action in the Garden City on November 9.

The first game of the doubleheader sees Oceania Cup Pool B rivals Fiji Bati and Papua New Guinea Kumuls play. Followed by historical rivals the Kiwis and the Great Britain Rugby League Lions battle it out for supremacy in their final Test match against each.

Tickets from $20 + fees (Adults) and $10 (kids) + fees.
Buy tickets

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1949 days ago

Spark Plus Mobile Phone

Helen from Avonhead

Spark Plus Mobile Smart Phone inc. SIM card, battery, headset, charger, cleaning cloth, clear plastic cover. Hardly used. Data cleared and all ready for a new owner.

Price: $40

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1962 days ago

Thin kitty - been in a bad cat fight

Leia from Hornby

Hello neighbours, just wondering if anyone recognises this cat. I'm sorry the photos are so bad, I was having to use a torch in one hand and my phone in the other. I also know you're not supposed to feed random cats but it looked so thin that I had a moment of weakness so I'm sorry … View moreHello neighbours, just wondering if anyone recognises this cat. I'm sorry the photos are so bad, I was having to use a torch in one hand and my phone in the other. I also know you're not supposed to feed random cats but it looked so thin that I had a moment of weakness so I'm sorry for that too! Kitty was also quite dirty, there was fur ALL over the street this morning (I'm on Dunluce Place) and when I patted this cat this evening I could feel all the scratches on it's skin so I'm assuming that the fur belongs to this kitty. Fur was also very thin over its whole back (you can see a patch by it's shoulders in the photos). It's a gingery tabby with white front and back legs, a white face and black nose and has curly hair on the back of it's back legs with a very fluffy tail. PLEASE if this is your cat or you recognise it can you let me know because I'm really worried about him/her!

1949 days ago

Free Prescriptions

Stan from Barnett's Wairakei Road Pharmacy

Hey everyone!
we are now offering FREE PRESCRIPTIONS which is $5 off the standard subsidised prescription charge.

feel free to come in store and speak to one of our friendly pharmacist for any inquiries, or give us us call on 03 3603178.

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1950 days ago

Become a Teacher

Ministry Of Education

Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View more
Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Learn more

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1950 days ago

Heavy snow warnings issued for South Island's east coast

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The coldest blast of winter so far is starting to move on to the south of the country ahead of expected disruption from heavy snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

MetService has issued heavy snow warnings for much of Canterbury and Marlborough, and parts of Central Otago, from Tuesday evening … View more
The coldest blast of winter so far is starting to move on to the south of the country ahead of expected disruption from heavy snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

MetService has issued heavy snow warnings for much of Canterbury and Marlborough, and parts of Central Otago, from Tuesday evening until Wednesday afternoon, advising that snow will fall as low as 200 metres causing problems for travellers and farmers.

Below 200m, sleet and heavy rain may also be a problem for Christchurch and parts of Banks Peninsula on Wednesday morning.

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1950 days ago

Heavy snow watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

Heavy snow may disrupt travel in affected areas and could damage trees and powerlines. Cold conditions may cause stress for livestock.

MetService meteorologist Peter Little told Stuff New Zealanders needed to prepare for a shock.

Area: Southern Lakes, Central Otago from Omakau southwards, and… View more
Heavy snow may disrupt travel in affected areas and could damage trees and powerlines. Cold conditions may cause stress for livestock.

MetService meteorologist Peter Little told Stuff New Zealanders needed to prepare for a shock.

Area: Southern Lakes, Central Otago from Omakau southwards, and inland parts of Southland and Clutha.

Valid: 8 hours from 2:00pm to 10:00pm Tuesday.

Forecast: Snow is expected to fall above 300 metres during this time. Snow accumulations may approach Warning criteria above 500 metres.
Read more

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1951 days ago

Tivoli Sound System

Gayle from Avonhead

Tivoli Sound System....radio, tuner...Model two, speaker x2 CD, sub woofer.
Excellent condition

Price: $400

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1951 days ago

Windows 7 End of Support - January 14, 2020

Andrew King from The Computer Trainers - Tech Support

Are you ready?

Windows 7 official End of Support is January 14, 2020 - only six months away. In a lot of cases these can still be upgraded to Windows 10.

I can also help with technical support, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery and generally just making technology work.

Andrew
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Are you ready?

Windows 7 official End of Support is January 14, 2020 - only six months away. In a lot of cases these can still be upgraded to Windows 10.

I can also help with technical support, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery and generally just making technology work.

Andrew
021 116-7074

1952 days ago

Orana Park

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday 2nd August, to listen to Cass Lewis talk about 'Orana Park'.
The talk starts at 10.30am but come along at 10am and have a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit first.
Everyone is … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday 2nd August, to listen to Cass Lewis talk about 'Orana Park'.
The talk starts at 10.30am but come along at 10am and have a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit first.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy.

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1953 days ago

Rabbit Breed and Pet Rabbit/Guinea pig show

Deborah from Bryndwr

Rabbit Show for Breed Rabbits plus Pet Show for rabbits and guinea pigs. You can enter or just turn up to look or just to ask questions. - entry forms available from me if you wish to contact.
Details in Photo below of DATE, Venue etc.
Public visiting time - 10am-3pm

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