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FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — … View moreFRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — perfect for embracing new adventures.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so … View moreMark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.
His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.
Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'
The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!
It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).
There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most … View moreThe Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).
There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most Creative Backyard Build.
But this week, the category is BEST LOVED LAWN
So share a photo, or photos, in a comment below of your immaculate (or interesting!) lawn to be in to win. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃
Eggers Hops in The Moutere Valley Have a position available for a Hop Picking machine Operator/Forklift driver for the 2025 Harvest.
We are seeking some one who isn't necessarily a engineer, but has mechanical ability and can drive a forklift.
DAYS: 3 to 4 Days per week, with ability to … View moreEggers Hops in The Moutere Valley Have a position available for a Hop Picking machine Operator/Forklift driver for the 2025 Harvest.
We are seeking some one who isn't necessarily a engineer, but has mechanical ability and can drive a forklift.
DAYS: 3 to 4 Days per week, with ability to add more Days if needed.
LOCATION: EGGERS HOPS, WILLS ROAD, UPPER MOUTERE.
If you are interested and require more information, please call
MIKE EGGERS 0274432526
Hop Harvest Staff required for 2025 Season
Eggers Hops is currently recruiting staff to assist with the 2025 hop harvest season. We have an array of positions available, including full-time, part-time, and casual roles.
These positions are open to both experienced and inexperienced candidates, … View moreHop Harvest Staff required for 2025 Season
Eggers Hops is currently recruiting staff to assist with the 2025 hop harvest season. We have an array of positions available, including full-time, part-time, and casual roles.
These positions are open to both experienced and inexperienced candidates, as training will be provided for those new to the role.
Position: Hop Harvest Staff
Start date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 – End date: Saturday, 29th March 2025
Location: Wills Road, Harakeke, Upper Moutere.
Available Roles: Full-time, Part-time, Casual.
Experience: Open to both experienced and inexperienced candidates (training provided)
ROLES AVAILABLE
General laborers
Experienced tractor operators (technical)
Machine operators with mechanical/engineering experience
Drivers with towing experience
Kiln operator (high motivation with the ability to react under pressure).
Quality control / inventory management
We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to work in a dynamic, outdoor environment. Whether you have prior experience in agricultural work or are looking for your first harvest opportunity, we have roles to suit you.
Please contact us for more information and to discuss the available positions. Email: info@eggershops.com or call Kate on 0272007602 for a chat.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Best regards, Eggers Hops
Well used craft cabinet with drawers & a lid and bench/ desktop to pull out. Free if you you can take it by tuesday. Pretty heavy.
Our daily riddles have been a fun way to start the day and spark some friendly competition, but we’re thinking about mixing things up—and we’d love your input!
What do you enjoy most about the riddles? Is it the brain-teasing puzzles, the themed photos, or the big reveal in the afternoon?
… View moreOur daily riddles have been a fun way to start the day and spark some friendly competition, but we’re thinking about mixing things up—and we’d love your input!
What do you enjoy most about the riddles? Is it the brain-teasing puzzles, the themed photos, or the big reveal in the afternoon?
If you could tweak one thing, what would it be? Maybe you’d like harder riddles, different themes, or see riddles in a different style or format!
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩
Last Saturday we held a fundraising sausage sizzle outside Mitre 10. It started off wet so the staff very kindly put up a gazebo for us. It was a quiet day but we were happy with our sales. The raffle was popular and we will be selling tickets again at the Sunday Market on 16th February so if you… View moreLast Saturday we held a fundraising sausage sizzle outside Mitre 10. It started off wet so the staff very kindly put up a gazebo for us. It was a quiet day but we were happy with our sales. The raffle was popular and we will be selling tickets again at the Sunday Market on 16th February so if you haven't got a ticket yet come and get one from us. We will be selling apples and pears to raise funds for the Motueka Swimming Pool.
Mitre 10 donated sausages Connings donated the onions, The Plant Barn gave a lime tree to the raffle and a number of people in the community also donated to the raffle.
Next small event fundraiser - selling apples and pears on 16th February at the Sunday Market. Sue, Sarah, Kaitlyn and Maree - the sizzlers :)
It’s simple to turn wood scraps into a work of art with the range of beach inspired Resene Colorwood wash hues. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
For sale. 4 year old fridge freezer 590mm wide and 1700 high. Very tidy condition. $300 ono. Phone or text Cam on 027 348 1115.
? Our SPCA Centers are overflowing with cats and kittens ready to find love, and we're on a mission to get them into caring homes this summer.
? Starting 25th January, SPCA is offering walk-in cat adoptions on Saturdays to help our feline friends find their forever homes. No appointment … View more? Our SPCA Centers are overflowing with cats and kittens ready to find love, and we're on a mission to get them into caring homes this summer.
? Starting 25th January, SPCA is offering walk-in cat adoptions on Saturdays to help our feline friends find their forever homes. No appointment needed – just pop into the Centre every Saturday during opening hours until 15th March and meet your new furry companion.
*To speed things up for you on adoption day, apply online via any of the cat profiles for your local centre on www.spca.nz... so we have all your details ready to go. Dog, small animal and farm animal adoptions are still by appointment as not all are in the centre.
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for feijoas, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our March 2025 issue.
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