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Hi everyone, Neighbourly is heading into the final stretch of our Local Likes campaign with only a week to go! You can still be in with a chance to win our last vouchers for your favourite local business by heading to our Local Likes page. All you've got to do is outline how the business … View moreHi everyone, Neighbourly is heading into the final stretch of our Local Likes campaign with only a week to go! You can still be in with a chance to win our last vouchers for your favourite local business by heading to our Local Likes page. All you've got to do is outline how the business helped you or your community and you're in the draw! Ts & Cs apply.
Hello gardeners,
In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add … View moreHello gardeners,
In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Take retro inspiration from old kitchen utensils that you can no longer use and turn them into cute and quirky artworks!
Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
There are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us … View moreThere are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us on 0800 658 658.
There are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us … View moreThere are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us on 0800 658 658.
Both of these have been washed and are in good second hand condition with no tears.
The light coloured top has some staining that I'm going to look at cleaning out.
Smoke-free home.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
All these have been washed and are in good second hand condition with no tears or stains.
Smoke-free home.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
This has been washed and is in good second hand condition with no tears or stains.
Smoke-free home.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
We have purchased a new dishwasher and have found that the old dishwasher is hard wired into the switch. We either need a hot point installed or the new dishwasher to be hard wired. Can anyone help in the next day or so? I can be contacted on 0211222128. Thank you in advance
At Kiwi Self Storage we are dedicated to a creating sustainable future. We want to help lead New Zealand’s transition to a resilient, zero-carbon economy for the benefit of all Kiwis. As such we are proud to be New Zealand's first and only Toitū carbonzero certified self storage … View moreAt Kiwi Self Storage we are dedicated to a creating sustainable future. We want to help lead New Zealand’s transition to a resilient, zero-carbon economy for the benefit of all Kiwis. As such we are proud to be New Zealand's first and only Toitū carbonzero certified self storage organisation. This means our self storage facilities have effectively neutralised their carbon footprint to achieve net zero emissions.
Wellness Wednesday: Stretch and release. Are you hunched over a desk all day and wishing you had someone to give you a shoulder or back massage?
Give yourself a helping hand by gently rolling a firm ball or foam roller on tight muscles to reduce pain and tension, lengthen muscles and restore … View moreWellness Wednesday: Stretch and release. Are you hunched over a desk all day and wishing you had someone to give you a shoulder or back massage?
Give yourself a helping hand by gently rolling a firm ball or foam roller on tight muscles to reduce pain and tension, lengthen muscles and restore mobility.
Our bright Spring Coaching massage balls are perfect for the job (www.spring-coaching.com...). 12% off all shop products until 12 July. Use promo code "BIRDY" at check-out.
For tips and tricks on myofascial release visit our blog (www.spring-coaching.com...).
Hi everyone,
My little 12 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free feijoas off our trees to sell to earn some pocket money. They are all decent sized with minimal defects so we are selling them in 1 kg bags (Approximately 12-13 feijoas per bag) for $5.
Please note: The tennis… View moreHi everyone,
My little 12 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free feijoas off our trees to sell to earn some pocket money. They are all decent sized with minimal defects so we are selling them in 1 kg bags (Approximately 12-13 feijoas per bag) for $5.
Please note: The tennis ball pictured is just for size reference!
Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more info. Thanks!
Exciting news! Spring Coaching is expanding with a bright and colourful new website. In addition to all of our usual awesomeness, we are featuring great new coaching packages, online courses, a blog and..... wait for it.... a shop. Yes, you can now get retail therapy with Spring Coaching. You heard… View moreExciting news! Spring Coaching is expanding with a bright and colourful new website. In addition to all of our usual awesomeness, we are featuring great new coaching packages, online courses, a blog and..... wait for it.... a shop. Yes, you can now get retail therapy with Spring Coaching. You heard it hear first.
To celebrate from now till 12 July get 12% off all products in-store. Just use promo code "BIRDY" at checkout. Check it out today - www.spring...
This week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk… View moreThis week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk about having mum or dad home more often, or learning from home. Kids can write a sentence or two to be included in print by emailing kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, by Friday, July 10, at 5pm. Their first names and ages may be used in print. Parents, if you're happy for your children to be photographed please let us know.
Keeping an indoor plant alive — let alone thriving — can be a daunting task. Thankfully, we have five tips to help keep your plants alive.
1. Potting and repotting
When potting a plant, choose a pot that has good drainage and always use a good quality potting mix. If you do have a pot … View moreKeeping an indoor plant alive — let alone thriving — can be a daunting task. Thankfully, we have five tips to help keep your plants alive.
1. Potting and repotting
When potting a plant, choose a pot that has good drainage and always use a good quality potting mix. If you do have a pot without drainage, you can pot it in a smaller plastic pot and pop it inside.
When repotting, pick a pot that’s one size bigger than the one you have, place some firmly packed potting mix in the bottom and a small sprinkle of plant fertiliser. Give the plant a good water and gently tip the pot on its side and ease out the plant, place it in the new pot and gently fill with potting mix, press down soil and keep filling until you are about 2-4cm from the top of the pot.
2. Light
Most plants like bright indirect sunlight. Plants get their nourishment and energy from the sun so don’t be shy about placing them in bright sunlight. As the seasons change, watch the light levels and move plants closer or further away from windows. Some plants can survive in very dim light but give them a bright light holiday one day a week. Pale foliage is a sign that your plant might not be getting enough light and brown patches on leaves can mean the plant is getting singed.
3. Water
One of the most common reasons indoor plants die is overwatering. The majority of plants need to be watered once a week. Once a month place them in a sink or bucket and drench the soil and roots, then let the water drain out well before placing them back in their spots. There are a few plants that like more water, such as peace lilies, and some that like less, including ZZ plants and snake plants.
4. Humidity
Lots of indoor plants, and the majority of what we sell, originate from sub-tropical rainforest-type climates. They love a light misting daily or you can sit them in the bathroom while you take a shower.
5. Choosing plants
Pick the right plant for you and your lifestyle. If you are new to house plants, start with an easy-care plant such as a succulent or cactus, then you can graduate to other types. If you go away a lot choose a plant that can survive without attention. If you live in the city you might want to think about plants that have super air cleansing powers. The whole process of choosing plants and their weekly routine can be quite meditative. Enjoy the watering rituals you create — it’s a good chance to practise your mindfulness. Just remember once you start it’s hard to stop!
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