Epuni, Lower Hutt

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623 days ago

Futon couch/bed

Wendy from Petone

As is where is, wooden futon couch/ bed with double mattress, good condition ready to go as it’s in my carport, petone
Want gone asap
It’s available again sorry

Price: $30

623 days ago

Brand new Breast pump worth $230

Wendy from Petone

Brand new double electric breast pump worth $230 sealed in box, am selling as surplus for us and we need the funds right now. Can drop off locally or pickup in petone.

Price: $100

623 days ago

Tv Help

Vonnie from Petone

Please can anybody out there help me with my tv it keeps ghosting when watching but not always not sure if it’s the aerial your just my app

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623 days ago

Found Mamai Necklace

Jannette from Waterloo

Found the necklace. If its yours please private message me thanks.

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624 days ago

Terrarium workshop !

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Lower Hutt

Build your own terrarium! @ lulu bar in Wellington
Buy a wine and have great fun!
Beginners classes

We also do group bookings - kids parties -
Corporate team building

$85.00 per person
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Build your own terrarium! @ lulu bar in Wellington
Buy a wine and have great fun!
Beginners classes

We also do group bookings - kids parties -
Corporate team building

$85.00 per person

Everything supplied

Come build a terrarium buy a wine !

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625 days ago

Donations Needed

Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone

We need Quality unwanted goods

Red Cross shop in Petone
169 Jackson st

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638 days ago

Old Fashion Baby Pram

Les from Boulcott

Contact me if you have one of the above
Les 021546033

629 days ago

NZ: Share a favourite female historical figure...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!

Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as … View more
We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!

Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as International Women's Day (this Wednesday) by sharing some of the lesser-known, inspiring women who've played a part in New Zealand's history.

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column of the local paper - write NFP if you wish your comments to be excluded.

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626 days ago

Ex freezer container

Sharon from Wainuiomata

We have an ex freezer container for sale. It is stainless steel from the inside. The walls are 6inches thick. Doesn't work, but water tight and good for storage. Wanted it gone asap. It in on flat property, easy driveway. Need a long boom to uplift as it is at the back of the property. … View moreWe have an ex freezer container for sale. It is stainless steel from the inside. The walls are 6inches thick. Doesn't work, but water tight and good for storage. Wanted it gone asap. It in on flat property, easy driveway. Need a long boom to uplift as it is at the back of the property. Need to view, pm me and make arrangements.

626 days ago

Clear the decks

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Refresh your outdoor spaces with Resene Lumbersider and Resene Walk-on with these easy ideas.

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626 days ago

BRANDNEW PETER ALEXANDER PJS

Kirstin from Waterloo

Brand new tag on still will fit small,med,large as shorts have pull strings,pick up only Waterloo area

Price: $30

632 days ago

69 leaks and counting

Reporter Community News

Wellington Water is reporting that it has fixed 69 leaks in Lower Hutt this week.
You can view a full list of how many leaks it has fixed by clicking on Read More.

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627 days ago

Save at your local Resene ColorShop!

Resene National Head Office

Bring out the best in your home.

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops!

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop for expert advice and great savings!
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627 days ago

Applications closing soon!

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5.1 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

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628 days ago

Stop Your Curtains Getting Damp and Mouldy

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

It’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew … View moreIt’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew growing on your curtains.

What makes mould and mildew grow?
Interestingly, it’s not directly the condensation on your windows that causes mould and mildew because most curtains don’t come into contact with it. Mould and mildew grow when there’s moisture and warmth in the home, which condensation does contribute to.

Just like everything absorbent in your home, as temperatures go up the moisture in the air evaporates and is absorbed into the fabric. As they cool, the moisture changes back from its gaseous state to being closer to its liquid form. In absorbing this moisture they also take in any bacteria it holds. Repeated over time, this is what causes the nasty growths.

The difference between mould and mildew
Mould is a broad term that encompasses multiple identical nuclei and can grow beneath and penetrate the surface of affected material. Mildew is a type of mould that grows on the surface and can therefore be much more easily treated/removed. When it’s live, moulds are orangey or reddish in colour. The black patches we see are actually the hibernating mould spores waiting for the sun to warm them up and bring them back to life.

Where does all this moisture come from?
We live in a pretty humid climate in New Zealand at the best of times; in some areas it’s even greater. But it’s not all weather related. Cooking, showering, drying clothes, unflued gas heaters and simply breathing and existing all produce moisture content within our homes.

Preventing moisture build up and/or drying out your home
• Install a home ventilation system of some kind.
• Crack the windows a little during the day to allow a bit of cool air to flow through your home. North facing windows are best.
• Get a dehumidifier. Emptying this once a day (or more!) will really open your eyes to how much moisture is in your home. Remember the science though, you need to warm the air (and thus the moisture in it) before the dehumidifier can suck it in and remove it.
• Pop a DampRid moisture absorber container on the windowsill behind the curtains.
• Install a ShowerDome and extractor fan in the bathroom.
• Make sure your clothes dryer is vented to the outside.
• Install a rangehood in the kitchen and use lids on pots and pans.
• Change the curtain rail brackets to 80 or 100mm so the curtains are further from the walls and the windows allowing for more air circulation. Bear in mind however, this will likely lower their thermal insulating capabilities.
• Invest in double-glazing. Although this does not prevent mildew it can work to slow the onset.
• Minimise what mould growth feeds on. Clean soft furnishings regularly, clean windows and wipe down window surrounds with warm soapy water.
• Check plumbing for leaks.
• Maintaining an even inside temperature throughout the house helps stop moist air from condensing.
• Insulate well. Start with the ceilings and under floor as a priority, then the walls.
• Close curtains/blinds as soon as the sun goes down.

Don’t worry if it’s too late - Curtain Clean can treat and remove mould and mildew from your curtains. Call us on 0800 579 0501 or visit curtainclean.co.nz to find out more.

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