Foxton Beach, Foxton

898 days ago

Your base weekly fee is fixed

Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little… View more
Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little on yourself if you feel like it! Take up that hobby you’ve dreamed of or plan a holiday somewhere warm.

It’s easy to live life your way when you have freedom to do the things you enjoy. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.
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899 days ago

Air plant plaques

The Team from Resene ColorShop Levin

Decorate small sunny nooks or bare walls with cute decorative hanging plant plaques and soothing Resene colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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899 days ago

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Extreme caution is advised across New Zealand today as MetService has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch which remains in force for Nelson, Buller, Taranaki, Manawatu, Kapiti-Horowhenua, Wellington and Marlborough.

The National Emergency Management Agency has instructed residents leading up to … View more
Extreme caution is advised across New Zealand today as MetService has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch which remains in force for Nelson, Buller, Taranaki, Manawatu, Kapiti-Horowhenua, Wellington and Marlborough.

The National Emergency Management Agency has instructed residents leading up to the storms to:
- Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows;
- Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside;
- Get back to land, if outdoors on the water;
- Move cars under cover or away from trees;
- Secure any loose objects around your property;
- Check that drains and gutters are clear;
- Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving.

Once the storm is over, caution is needed outside or when driving as there may be fallen trees and power lines. It is best to avoid streams and drains as there is chance of being swept away in flash flooding.

You can check the official warnings in place on the MetService website.

Those in Taranaki can keep up to date at the Taranaki Emergency Management website.

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903 days ago

Spoonbills in flight (0663-1)

Paul from Levin

Spoonbills in a Foxton Sky

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900 days ago

The snuggle is real!

Beds & More Outlet Shop - Levin

NEW! Wool & Alpaca Throws Instore soon.
Beautiful cozy throws perfect for snuggling on the couch!
Large range of colours and styles.

Makes great birthday gift! 🎁

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900 days ago

How to Make Your Towels Feel New Again

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Levin

One of the best things about staying with my parents is the promise of soft, fluffy towels when I arrive. Compared to the rough, frequently damp variety I have at home, my mum’s towels feel like I'm being wrapped in clouds. When I ask her how she keeps her towels so fluffy, she replies, only… View moreOne of the best things about staying with my parents is the promise of soft, fluffy towels when I arrive. Compared to the rough, frequently damp variety I have at home, my mum’s towels feel like I'm being wrapped in clouds. When I ask her how she keeps her towels so fluffy, she replies, only half-joking, “I buy expensive towels.”

First, I read that the leading cause of stiff towels is often leftover detergent residue. However, while cutting back on detergent will prevent towels from growing scratchy, it may not revive the softness. Choosing a hot water cycle and washing loads of only towels are also recommended for maintaining fluff, but again may not be enough to bring it back from the dead.

Undeterred, I continued to scrounge around the internet, and eventually came across a few interesting tricks—using items that I already have lying around at home—that I decided to try. Not at all of them worked out, but here is what I discovered.

Add Baking Soda
What the internet says: Mix half a cup of baking soda along with a normal detergent dose for fluffier and cleaner towels. Baking soda also naturally eliminates musty and mildew smells that come from towels remaining damp for too long.
How it worked: The towel felt thicker and bouncier, but the threads were sharper and spikier—kind of like a buzz cut texture. Not entirely ideal.

Throw Tennis Balls in The Dryer
What the internet says: If you have a few clean, unused tennis balls lying around like I do, try throwing them in the dryer along with your towels. As the balls bounce around, they help remove lumps and increase softness.
How it worked: It didn’t. I noticed no difference in fluffiness from drying towels with tennis balls. My towels remained their same old scruffy selves.

Brush It Out
What the internet says: Use a hairbrush to brush your towel once it’s clean and dry, which will help break down any dried detergent residue and separate the threads from each other, making the towel softer to the touch.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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900 days ago

WIN $10,000* towards your KiwiSaver!

NZ Compare

Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!

Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!

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Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!

Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!

Hate feeling obligated? You're not! The health check will let you know if there is a better KiwiSaver provider for you - it's up to you if you do anything about it. Why wait till you're 65, make sure your KiwiSaver is working for you now!
Check my KiwiSaver

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900 days ago

Foxton Beach (0656-1)

Paul from Levin

A morning last week at Foxton Beach. Enlarge for a better view.

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907 days ago

Kindling Wood

John from Levin

Hi Neighbors and Friends,
On visiting Supermarkets, and Homewhare shops it really gets under my skin the rediculous prices that these community shops are charging for the necessity for families to keep themselves warm during and into the colder part of our year.
On seeing what these supposed … View more
Hi Neighbors and Friends,
On visiting Supermarkets, and Homewhare shops it really gets under my skin the rediculous prices that these community shops are charging for the necessity for families to keep themselves warm during and into the colder part of our year.
On seeing what these supposed community and family providers are charging for bags of firewood and kindling is totally unbelievable
From what I've looked at, how can they substanciate charging $15-00 plus for a bag of 12 wood rings/rolls, or $18-99 for a box of Kindling Wood.
With this regard, I have devoted a lot of time and effort in making available to the Levin residents Kindling Wood options, that as I feel a more friendly and acceptable cost to households.
As you will see from the attached photo's, there is 2 options available.
No.1 on left $10, approx 90+ pieces per box
No.2 on right $12-50 approx 130 + per box
Its not my intention to rip anyone off, but my time in producing this product, is a lot higher than the asking price, however I believe the community deserve better.
If interested call John 021 756020 or email jojabe31@gmail.com

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903 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked. We… View more
For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked. We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
Find out more

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904 days ago

Queen's Birthday Bed Sale

Beds4U

Kia ora Whānau!

It's time to enhance your sleep comfort! Our Queen's Birthday sale gives you fabulous deals on a wide range of NZ made beds & mattresses plus free local delivery|*

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!

- Save up to 60% off on NZ made beds
- 60 nights… View more
Kia ora Whānau!

It's time to enhance your sleep comfort! Our Queen's Birthday sale gives you fabulous deals on a wide range of NZ made beds & mattresses plus free local delivery|*

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!

- Save up to 60% off on NZ made beds
- 60 nights comfort guaranteed
- 100% NZ owned and operated business
- 19 bed retail stores across the North Island

We have the bed for you @ BEDS 4 U...your local sleep experts.

*Apply code (Queen22) to your cart for free shipping on online orders above $899, only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.
Shop now

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905 days ago

Spiritual Meetings

Carol Watt from Feilding Spiritual and Awareness Centre

This Sunday the 4th June we have Rob deCent as our medium ably assisted by the lovely Kate Jenkin.
Our Centre meets every Sunday at the Caledonian Hall, 55 Weld St, Feilding, at 10.30am. Come along for a morning of inspiration and spiritual wisdom, you are invited to stay after the service for a … View more
This Sunday the 4th June we have Rob deCent as our medium ably assisted by the lovely Kate Jenkin.
Our Centre meets every Sunday at the Caledonian Hall, 55 Weld St, Feilding, at 10.30am. Come along for a morning of inspiration and spiritual wisdom, you are invited to stay after the service for a cuppa, chat and our weekly $1 raffle.
Enquiries, Valerie 029-902-9555

ADVANCE NOTICE; There will be no meeting on Sunday 26th June as the hall is not available.

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906 days ago

10 MONEY-SAVING TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW!

The Team from NZ Compare

A wee while back we asked you, our awesome Neighbourly members to share the ways you save money!

We received a truck load of great suggestions, tips and methods!

More importantly, we saw how it helped other Kiwis discover new ways to help their households cut down on costs and make things go… View more
A wee while back we asked you, our awesome Neighbourly members to share the ways you save money!

We received a truck load of great suggestions, tips and methods!

More importantly, we saw how it helped other Kiwis discover new ways to help their households cut down on costs and make things go further. It made us so happy to see neighbours supporting neighbours.

Read 10 of the tips that we saw you sharing!

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906 days ago

Board notes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Levin

You’ll never forget those important shopping items or appointments with these write-on boards made using Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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906 days ago

Happy Samoan Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fa’afetai mo le agalelei fa’atua’oi literally translates to "thank you for your neighbourly kindness". We think that's a pretty special way to show your appreciation for a neighbour. Happy Samoan Language Week!

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