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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.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!
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My daughter has always been fanatical about privacy and in her younger days knew a very high-up person in the Microsoft world who told her 20+ years ago, not to give her private data to the world, as in years to come it will be used for all sorts of unknown purposes.
She followed this advice right… View moreMy daughter has always been fanatical about privacy and in her younger days knew a very high-up person in the Microsoft world who told her 20+ years ago, not to give her private data to the world, as in years to come it will be used for all sorts of unknown purposes.
She followed this advice right through and you can imagine her anger when she received a letter from the IRD saying "Oops, sorry we gave all your personal data to Meta" (Not account Nos)
Paraphrased- "It was a simple mistake as we were asking Meta to solve a problem we had and sent yours plus other details to them by mistake"
Sorry.
Surly this can not be the end of such a critical personal data breach.
Any ideas?
Just a warning. If you have a sealed bag of Moana Coconut & Turmeric Fish Curry go and check the bag. If it is at all swollen (it will be obvious) take it outside immediately and leave somewhere where, if it explodes, it won't make a huge mess that will be a pain to cleanup (leave it in a … View moreJust a warning. If you have a sealed bag of Moana Coconut & Turmeric Fish Curry go and check the bag. If it is at all swollen (it will be obvious) take it outside immediately and leave somewhere where, if it explodes, it won't make a huge mess that will be a pain to cleanup (leave it in a compost pile for example). Do not puncture bag inside your house to relieve the pressure because it stinks something bad - outside is fine. Haven't disposed of it yet but will probably flush down toilet. Best by date on bag is April 2025.
The Michael Connett talk on fluoridation has had a venue change from the university to:
Westend event centre / MegaAir
106A Carmen Rd, Hornby
Doors open 6:30 pm, seated by 6:45pm
to begin at 7pm.
Free event
Monday 10 Feb. 7 pm to 8:30 pm
K1 Lecture Theatre, University of Canterbury, 20 Kirkwood Ave
Michael Connett: International Fluoridation expert
and acclaimed US Lawyer who won the federal case proving fluoridation is an unreasonable risk to health .
His talk will be live … View moreFree event
Monday 10 Feb. 7 pm to 8:30 pm
K1 Lecture Theatre, University of Canterbury, 20 Kirkwood Ave
Michael Connett: International Fluoridation expert
and acclaimed US Lawyer who won the federal case proving fluoridation is an unreasonable risk to health .
His talk will be live streamed from Wellington event.
All welcome
Christchurch Police investigating a serious assault in the city are seeking help from the public.
The female victim was found seriously injured at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road about 9:20am today.
She remains in a critical condition in hospital.
A scene examination of the … View moreChristchurch Police investigating a serious assault in the city are seeking help from the public.
The female victim was found seriously injured at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road about 9:20am today.
She remains in a critical condition in hospital.
A scene examination of the area is underway.
As part of our inquiries, Police would like to speak to anyone who may have information that would help us determine what happened.
Information can be passed to Police via our 105 phone service, or by going online to: www.police.govt.nz...
Use 'Update Report', referencing file number 250205/8067.
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!
Garage sale this Saturday 8th February, 8.30 am to 1 pm only. 40 Charles Upham Ave Hillmorton, CASH ONLY. Tools, puzzles, soft toys, toys, kids balls, child's bike and scooter, plastic outdoor chairs, wooden bench, vacuum cleaner, ironing board, garden pots and hose fittings, lots of books and… View moreGarage sale this Saturday 8th February, 8.30 am to 1 pm only. 40 Charles Upham Ave Hillmorton, CASH ONLY. Tools, puzzles, soft toys, toys, kids balls, child's bike and scooter, plastic outdoor chairs, wooden bench, vacuum cleaner, ironing board, garden pots and hose fittings, lots of books and much more. Various prices but priced to sell 😊
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
Congratulations to the following members who have each won a $50 cinema voucher:
Hayley Green from Milford
Marion West from Richmond
George Bana from Island Bay
… View moreCongratulations to the following members who have each won a $50 cinema voucher:
Hayley Green from Milford
Marion West from Richmond
George Bana from Island Bay
Sunil Vaghasiya from Tauranga
Winners, get in touch with our team here before 11th of February to claim your prize.
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!
It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?
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