468 days ago

New Zealand's Bug of the Year 2023

Alastair McLae from University of Waikato

Have you voted for New Zealand’s bug of the year yet? 🐞🦗

The Entomological Society of New Zealand has identified 24 strong contenders.

Two of the nominees are being represented by our very own scientists, Dr Chrissie Painting (Tuwhaipapa - Giraffe Weevil) and PhD student, Simon Connolly (Kahuwai - Black Tunnelweb Spider). 🕷️

“Conservation tends to focus on charismatic species such as endangered birds, but invertebrates and their global decline are often overlooked,” says Chrissie.

Vote for your favourite bug now 👉 bugoftheyear.ento.org.nz...

#KoTeTangata #ForThePeople

#BugOfTheYear2023 #BugOfTheYear #NZConservation #Conservation #NZInsects #Insects #InsectBiodiversity #Aotearoa #NewZealand

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8 hours ago

Transform Your Old Clothesline into a Stylish Garden Feature with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Turn a tired old clothesline into a stylish garden feature that brings joy to the chore of getting your washing out in the sun. Finish in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Crowshead. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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8 hours ago

Warning: These riddles might blow your mind🤯 Try them if you dare! 🚀

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What rock group consists of four famous men, but none of them sing?

Do you think you know the answer? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm.

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18 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for pears?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the April issue.

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