Fitzroy, Hamilton

1284 days ago

Are Curtains or Blinds best for kids’ bedrooms?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Hamilton

Choosing curtains and/or blinds for a child’s bedroom is much more complicated than you might think, with several factors to take into consideration when making the right choice. Let’s go over what you need to think about.

Blocking out light
Any parent will tell you kids need darkness to go… View more
Choosing curtains and/or blinds for a child’s bedroom is much more complicated than you might think, with several factors to take into consideration when making the right choice. Let’s go over what you need to think about.

Blocking out light
Any parent will tell you kids need darkness to go to bed. They don’t necessarily need darkness to sleep, but to convince them it’s bedtime it needs to be dark. Post daylight savings, heading into spring and summer, this can be a challenge. Curtains and blinds can help.

First of all, opt for block-out lining. Block-out lined curtains reduce natural light and UV rays, providing an ideal solution for darkening a bedroom. They also offer thermal and sound insulation properties, which come in handy too and we’ll discuss more shortly.

The best solution to block out light is curtains made of medium to heavy fabric, hanging wide and high over the window and down to the floor. But don’t make a decision yet, there are things to consider that might make you shy away from this option.

Slatted blinds are the least ideal solution as they allow small amounts of light to peep through even when fully closed and lowered. An inside mounted roller blind also allows a small amount of light to enter. For extra light blockage consider a curtain over a blind.

Reducing noise
Blocking out noise completely using only curtains or blinds is not possible, but it can be reduced. The best options are:
• Curtains – reducing noise all comes down to absorbing the vibrations so opt for the thickest, heaviest fabric you can (e.g. velvet or wool). The more layers the better so ensure you get them lined and you could also opt for a blind underneath as well.
• Roman shades – as with curtains, the thicker the fabric and more layers the better.

• Honeycomb blinds - the unique cellular design is great for cutting out noise. Just as the cells trap air to reduce heat transfer, they can also help keep out noise.


Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1285 days ago

Pams recalls Casava Vege Crisps

Neighbourly.co.nz

An undeclared allergen has forced the recall of a Pams food product.

Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd has recalled Pams Brand Cassava Vege Crisps Original 150g, due to the possible presence of milk, an allergen that is not declared on the ingredients list.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary … View more
An undeclared allergen has forced the recall of a Pams food product.

Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd has recalled Pams Brand Cassava Vege Crisps Original 150g, due to the possible presence of milk, an allergen that is not declared on the ingredients list.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries says that any customer with a milk allergy or intolerance should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.

What you need to know:
- The product is sold at Pak'n Save, New World and Four Square stores throughout New Zealand.
- It is sold in a 150g package.
- Best before date is 19 OCT 21.
- No other flavour is affected.

Customers with any questions or concerns are encouraged to contact Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd.
Phone: 0800 24 51 14
Address: 35 Landing Drive, Mangere, Auckland.

To find out more about the recall, head to the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1285 days ago

Are you one of our instant winners?

Neighbourly.co.nz

From the where oceans collide at Cape Reinga, to the oyster-ridden seaboards of Bluff - it's time for you to spin the map of Aotearoa and see where your finger lands.

To take some of the stress out of your long weekend roadtrip plans, we're giving 10 lucky winners petrol vouchers … View more
From the where oceans collide at Cape Reinga, to the oyster-ridden seaboards of Bluff - it's time for you to spin the map of Aotearoa and see where your finger lands.

To take some of the stress out of your long weekend roadtrip plans, we're giving 10 lucky winners petrol vouchers from Mobil or Z - it's your choice!

If your name's below, get in touch with us, and if you know any of your neighbours listed, be sure to congratulate them and let them know!

Betty Campbell from Northland
Aimee Crothall from Paekakariki
David Watt from Hamilton
Sarah Sharp from Auckland
Helen Fang from Auckland
Rafael Moreno from New Plymouth
Saqib Ahmad from Auckland
Maria Dela Cruz from Wellington
Suannie Burt from Carterton District
Nick Regos from Christchurch

Keep your eyes peeled for our next random draw. Until next time!

Terms & Conditions apply.

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1285 days ago

Fantastic response to our products

Firewood Factory

We have had a fantastic response to our products and our service over the past six months .

Customers have been inundating us with positive feedback and as word is getting out about Firewood Factory and the level of product and service to match.

What we want to emphasise now is how … View more
We have had a fantastic response to our products and our service over the past six months .

Customers have been inundating us with positive feedback and as word is getting out about Firewood Factory and the level of product and service to match.

What we want to emphasise now is how important it is to buy wood off a reputable operator. We have so many clients who have purchased wood time and time again from a backyard operator and they always get let down, either with wet wood or wood that is filled with debris.

With our wood screening and drying shed we ensure the wood is top quality with the service to match, every time.
Find out more

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1285 days ago

The Resene Wallpaper Sale is on!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.

*Discount off the normal retail price at … View more
Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.

*Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 8 June 2021. Excludes wall decals, WallPrint and clearance items. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Learn more

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1285 days ago

Tv aerial installation Hamilton

Phillip from Hamilton East

Tv aerials in Hamilton aerialsplus.co.nz 021 171 1083
aerialsplus@xtra.co.nz

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1285 days ago

2004 Nissan Pulsar Q Hatchback 1.8L ~4.5k

Caitlin from Glenview

Love this car but deciding to sell now as it is extra and no longer needed for us. Is an NZ new car, I have not owned for long but taken care of it well and regularly serviced.

Just got a new WOF and had it serviced, rego until July. New headlight, new rear brake pads, 2 tyres new last year.

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Love this car but deciding to sell now as it is extra and no longer needed for us. Is an NZ new car, I have not owned for long but taken care of it well and regularly serviced.

Just got a new WOF and had it serviced, rego until July. New headlight, new rear brake pads, 2 tyres new last year.

Mileage: 139,740 kms. Will go up very minimally until sold.

Had a look on trademe and the same model with similar year and mileage are mostly listed at 5k, with a couple at 6k.

This car is in excellent driving condition but does have a lot of cosmetic bumps and scrapes to mostly front bumper and the driver's sides rims since before I owned it. Generic inside wear and tear to seats, minor stains, no rips. Has good radio and will include my Bluetooth transmitter that allows you to play wireless from phone through radio + speaker system.

Therefore would like $4,500 but open to negotiations.

Message me or text on 0275117399 and we can definitely arrange a viewing and test drive.

Negotiable

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1285 days ago

Goose Down Goose Mattress Topper

Debi from Hamilton East

Good Condition Only used on Queen Guest Bed.
Roughly 6 years Old.
Selling Surplus To Our Needs...No Longer Have Guest Bed.
Size: King
Fits King and Queen Mattress
Attached A Photo Of Similar Topper So You Can Price Compare.
Paid $350.00
Premium Quality.
Weight: 6.4KG
I Used As An Inner Also

Price: $70

1285 days ago

Art Competition / Exhibition

Arts for Health Community Trust

Our 2021 art competition / exhibition is coming up in July at Artspost, Victoria Street. First prize is $1,000. For further information contact office@artsforhealth.co.nz or phone 07 8382271. Enter at www.eventspronto.co.nz...

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1286 days ago

New farming podcast challenges mastitis myths

FIL

Covering critical times of the season, FIL chat to industry experts and local farmers about a range of useful and thought-provoking topics to help boost performance and reduce antibiotics on farm.

The 8-part series covers everything from mastitis misconceptions and reducing antibiotics to dry … View more
Covering critical times of the season, FIL chat to industry experts and local farmers about a range of useful and thought-provoking topics to help boost performance and reduce antibiotics on farm.

The 8-part series covers everything from mastitis misconceptions and reducing antibiotics to dry off procedures and selecting teat spray.
Find out more

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1286 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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1286 days ago

English is confusing!

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

This is certainly one of the more obvious errors in a child’s writing. Knowing which one to use can be confusing.

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1288 days ago

$2 Garage sale

Yvonne Neighbourly Lead from Hamilton East

Downsizing to a tiny flat so I have loads of stuff to go. Almost all priced at $2 an item for a quick sale.
Clyde St.
Signs will be out at the gate by 8 am Saturday 29th.

1286 days ago

The link between gut health and mental health. It’s a thing!

Naturally Healthy

It’s honesty time.
• Have you ever gone to the bathroom a few too many times before a big meeting, presentation or exam?
• Do some situations make you feel like butterflies (read: eagles) are floating around in your stomach?
• Can you think of an experience where you felt your stomach … View more
It’s honesty time.
• Have you ever gone to the bathroom a few too many times before a big meeting, presentation or exam?
• Do some situations make you feel like butterflies (read: eagles) are floating around in your stomach?
• Can you think of an experience where you felt your stomach drop?
If you’ve nodded your head in agreement to any of the above scenarios, you’ve experienced the impact of the gut and brain connection.
The what?
Let me explain.
The gut and brain mirror and influence each other every single day.
Today on the blog I'm taking a deeper look into this intricate connection.
To learn more about this fascinating topic, read on here.

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1286 days ago

Volunteer Gardening Group

Jane from Hamilton East

We are starting a new volunteer group for Saturday gardening from 9am to 11am for 2 hours. If you love gardening and want to start your weekend with nature, here is your opportunity to give back to the community.

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