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Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants.
Bast fibres have been used to manufacture ropes, sacks, sails, and other industrial fabrics for hundreds of years. Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are… View moreCommonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants.
Bast fibres have been used to manufacture ropes, sacks, sails, and other industrial fabrics for hundreds of years. Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants. A sustainable choice, bast fibres support regenerative agricultural practices that can help the soil sequester carbon and as a natural resource, are entirely biodegradable. In this article we will investigate four of the most utilised bast fibres: flax, hemp, ramie, and jute.
Between the epidermis (the outermost layer of cells) and the core of the plant’s stems are soft, woody fibre bundles or strands which can be over one metre long. The strands are composed of individual filaments made up of cellulose and hemicellulose cells bonded together by pectin or lignin, a cohesive gum which strengthens the stem of the plant.
During harvest the stems are cut close to the ground and the fibres are separated either through a natural decomposition process called retting (engaging moisture and bacteria to rot away the gummy cellular tissues) or by decortication (peeling the stems manually or mechanically). After retting, the fibres can be mechanically extracted through a process known as scutching.
In contrast to bast fibres, leaf fibres are obtained from the leaves of monocotyledonous plants with parallel-veined leaves, such as grasses, lilies, orchids, and palms. The long, stiff fibres of plants including abaca, cantala, Mauritius hemp, and sisal are generally used to create cordage or ropes, however, due to labour-intensive harvesting processes they are used less frequently than synthetic options.
Flax (Linen): Famously grown across northern France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Ireland, flax is the most popular and strongest of the bast fibres. Wild flax fibres found in the Upper Palaeolithic layers of a Georgian cave indicate that humans have been crafting cords and weaving flax baskets for over 30,000 years.
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Step into a NASA engineer’s shoes to design and create a robot, inspired from insects’ unique characteristics, with the capability of surviving on Mars. The competition is for rangatahi aged 10 to 16 years across Aotearoa.
The finalists will get the chance to go to Tauranga STEM Festival … View moreStep into a NASA engineer’s shoes to design and create a robot, inspired from insects’ unique characteristics, with the capability of surviving on Mars. The competition is for rangatahi aged 10 to 16 years across Aotearoa.
The finalists will get the chance to go to Tauranga STEM Festival and present their InsectBot to a panel of judges. The competition winner will receive amazing “money can’t buy experiences” including a visit to Rocket Lab facilities as a VIP and other prizes will include a series of space and engineering themed experiences thanks to our generous partners.
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Almost everyone in the world has heard of the game of chess, but what not everyone knows is that there is an entire day dedicated to the celebration of this wonderful pastime!
A game of strategy and wits, chess has long been considered to be the thinking man’s game. From its early days in … View moreAlmost everyone in the world has heard of the game of chess, but what not everyone knows is that there is an entire day dedicated to the celebration of this wonderful pastime!
A game of strategy and wits, chess has long been considered to be the thinking man’s game. From its early days in India in the 6th century, to everywhere in the world today, chess is a wonderful game to play anytime, anywhere, and with almost anyone.
Has your child played the game of chess? Why not try it today!
We're making some changes to our District Plan, the 'rule book' that guides development in our city.
These changes:
• Protect our city's historic heritage and natural environments through Plan Change 9
• Respond to Government direction to provide more housing, and … View moreWe're making some changes to our District Plan, the 'rule book' that guides development in our city.
These changes:
• Protect our city's historic heritage and natural environments through Plan Change 9
• Respond to Government direction to provide more housing, and higher density housing, in a way that also protects the health and wellbeing of the Waikato River.
This is called Plan Change 12.
Come along and find out what these mean for you.
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.
… View moreFor 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.
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce it’s Term 3 courses beginning the week starting Monday 1 August 2022. We’re currently offering the following languages at Beginners levels: Arabic, Dutch, Farsi, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili, Tamil, Thai, Urdu and … View moreEarthDiverse is pleased to announce it’s Term 3 courses beginning the week starting Monday 1 August 2022. We’re currently offering the following languages at Beginners levels: Arabic, Dutch, Farsi, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili, Tamil, Thai, Urdu and Vietnamese! We also offer a rotating list of courses in the following categories: Art & Architecture, Health and Wellbeing, History, Literature, Philosophy, Religious Diversity and World Cinema on a rotating basis throughout the year with new courses coming on line in each of our quarterly school terms. Our courses are available locally (in-person), globally (on-line live-streaming via Zoom) and as recorded video sessions the following day. Check out all of our courses with easy on-line registration
Their liquid EXhale Lung Health and Immunity Formulation was a winner at the latest 2022 Apiculture New Zealand Awards!
Zestt Wellness and our Mānuka honey partners, @pouatumanuka, took out the GOLD prize in the "Product from a Hive" category and a BRONZE prize in the "Product … View moreTheir liquid EXhale Lung Health and Immunity Formulation was a winner at the latest 2022 Apiculture New Zealand Awards!
Zestt Wellness and our Mānuka honey partners, @pouatumanuka, took out the GOLD prize in the "Product from a Hive" category and a BRONZE prize in the "Product Packaging" category.
It's lovely recognition for the EXhale product as well as Zestt's ongoing partnership with Pouatu Mānuka.
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After a second loss to Ireland, All Blacks coach Ian Foster has faced questions about his future in the role.
Hamiltonians spoken to on Sunday reckoned he should go.
What do you think?
Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.
Choose a warm paint colour: Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours … View moreFind out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.
Choose a warm paint colour: Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours will simulate a cosier, warmer mood. Blue and purples are on the cool side so they will simulate the opposite mood.
Warm lighting: Group lighting by using task and ambience lighting and a mixture of table and floor lamps. Warm coloured bulbs throw out a softer light and give a room a cosy feel.
TIP: Having your lights on separate switches means you can control how bright/dim a space will be.
Add pot plants: Any living element contributes to a cosy and inviting feel. Plants in baskets are not only on-trend, but they also generate more oxygen inside your home too.
TIP: Group pots together using different shapes and heights to make a focal point.
Carpet, rugs and textiles: Tiles are great but can be chilly underfoot in the cooler months. Carpets insulate, soften and warm up a room and New Zealand wool carpets are environmentally friendly with a sustainable fibre, plus naturally flame retardant.
Don’t discount rugs even if you have carpets. Make sure you choose a rug that works with your existing carpet. Placing a rug between yourself and the floor instantly guarantees a warmer atmosphere. Rugs are also incredibly good at tying a space together.
TIP: Garage carpet reforms the space from a cold concrete feel to a soft warm space too!
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Jaguars in Competition
by Chris Harvey (Foreword by Stirling Moss)
Hardcover, 208 pages, illustrated. 1979
Former library copy, with protective covering and stamps. Light discolouration to cover and back, otherwise clean sturdy condition.
A book that highlights the grace, space and … View moreJaguars in Competition
by Chris Harvey (Foreword by Stirling Moss)
Hardcover, 208 pages, illustrated. 1979
Former library copy, with protective covering and stamps. Light discolouration to cover and back, otherwise clean sturdy condition.
A book that highlights the grace, space and pace which Jaguar gave the world.
It is a book of highlights of great moments of victory but also a very readable history.
Over 180 photos.
Choose a favourite time to read together as a family and enjoy it. This might be everyone reading the same book together, reading different things at the same time, or getting your children to read to each other. This time spent reading together can be relaxing for all ?????
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce the start of its Swahili language programme, Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:30pm beginning 2 August. Registration for this course, and all of our other language, arts, history, environment and biodiversity, philosophy, literature, health and wellbeing, religious … View moreEarthDiverse is pleased to announce the start of its Swahili language programme, Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:30pm beginning 2 August. Registration for this course, and all of our other language, arts, history, environment and biodiversity, philosophy, literature, health and wellbeing, religious diversity and world cinema courses can be found on our website.
You may have read on an earlier Neighbourly noticeboard about our group of ladies who knit jumpers. scarves, hats, gloves and blankets for people in Moldova and Romania and the area around where the people are undergoing much hardship. Some of us also crochet squares or strips and some ladies sew … View moreYou may have read on an earlier Neighbourly noticeboard about our group of ladies who knit jumpers. scarves, hats, gloves and blankets for people in Moldova and Romania and the area around where the people are undergoing much hardship. Some of us also crochet squares or strips and some ladies sew up the blankets and others crochet round the edges. We have been very grateful for the help we have received from Neighbourly folks. Last week we shipped 113 blankets, many hats (beanies), scarves and jumpers and we are now starting again to make things for the next shipment. We are always needing more wool and material scraps to make the blankets etc. If you have any wool/acrylic or material spare that you would like to donate, we would be very grateful for your contribution. Please ring or text me on 021-057-0371 and I will arrange to collect the items or to tell you more about what we do. Many thanks.
Pat Gregory
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