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726 days ago

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What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how … View more
What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how celebrities live, keep you up to date with interior trends, provide project ideas, and more. Be inspired to dream big about your own space - and get on the path to making those dreams come true. Sign up for free here.
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729 days ago

Need a Gardener

Helen Neighbourly Lead from Napier South

Due to surgery my garden has got away on me. I am looking for a reliable, committed gardener, to work 2 hours a fortnight. $30 per hour.
I've got a big section, but it's not all garden.This would be a permanent job. Looking forward to hearing from anyone, who enjoys a challenge and a … View more
Due to surgery my garden has got away on me. I am looking for a reliable, committed gardener, to work 2 hours a fortnight. $30 per hour.
I've got a big section, but it's not all garden.This would be a permanent job. Looking forward to hearing from anyone, who enjoys a challenge and a commitment. Thank you.

729 days ago

Win your share of $10,000 this Christmas with Mags4Gifts.

Mags4gifts

We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of … View more
We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of your Christmas gifts with a range of over 50 products to choose from, including our popular NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and TV Guide magazines.

Each product purchased on Mags4Gifts will automatically place you in the draw to win a cash prize - and the best part, there’s no limit on how many times you can enter! Promotion ends 8 Jan 2023, for T&Cs click here.

The team at Mags4Gifts
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730 days ago

Auction Wednesday 30 November 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Full Rooms. House Dressing Decor & Furniture. Pair Stressless Recliners. Rustic Implement wheels & Farm Metalware and even a Restorers 1937 Austin Seven!
Viewing Mon 8-5, Tue 8-6 & Wed from 8am
More photos www.mafa.co.nz...

731 days ago

Black Friday

The Team from Red Cross Shop Carlyle Street

We have 25% of everything secondhand tomorrow Friday and Monday. We are closed Saturday due to unforeseen circumstances.
Excluded Zara Stock and New Sunglasses and Readers

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731 days ago

A Beginners Guide to Curtain Tassels, Trims, Pelmets & Tiebacks

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (Hawkes Bay Chem-Dry)

It’s no secret that curtains can make or break a room. The colours, patterns and style are an essential part of trying a room together and creating a particular mood. However, there’s more to a perfect curtain than just the fabric and cut. As interior design trends move away from clean, … View moreIt’s no secret that curtains can make or break a room. The colours, patterns and style are an essential part of trying a room together and creating a particular mood. However, there’s more to a perfect curtain than just the fabric and cut. As interior design trends move away from clean, minimalistic Scandinavian styles - no curtain is complete without a tassel, trims, pelmet or tieback. In 2021, it’s all about more glamorous styles like Modern Luxe and Modern Classic. Feeling confused? Don’t worry, we’ve put together a beginner’s guide on all these finishing touches so you can make the right choice for your curtain style. Read on to find out more!

Tassels
Tassels are an elegant cluster of strings or cords that are clumped together at one end and hang free at the other. Suitable for curtains rather than blinds, these finishing features are actually a practical decoration. The tassel’s shape acts as a weight at the bottom of the cord which helps keep the curtains pulled back without the need for bulky knots. Tassel’s come in a variety of colours and styles to suit any decor. However, they are on the flashier end of curtain finishings, so they’d best suit a living room or bedroom.

Trims
So, you’ve selected a style of curtain that sounds your decor - now it’s time to choose a trim. Trims refers to the decorative elements that add a touch of ornateness to your curtains, and the sky’s the limit when it comes to style, pattern, colour and embellishments. Types of trim include:

Valances
You’ve heard of valances on beds, but when it comes to curtains and blinds a valance refers to the fabric or panel added above a window. Typically, valances are used to hide a rod or track and add a touch of chic to any room. The style options are endless - you can add embellishments like beads or pom-poms. However, avoid adding anything to the sides of your roller blinds, though, as this can become entangled in the roller blind mechanism at the top and prevent them from rolling and unrolling properly.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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734 days ago

Poll: Should our voting age be lowered to 16?

Ashleigh Ogden from Neighbourly.co.nz

On Monday, 21 November, the Supreme Court ruled that preventing 16 and 17-year-olds from voting is 'unjustified age discrimination'.

The current age of voting is 18 in New Zealand and lobby group Make It 16 have been running a youth-led campaign advocating for the vote to be extended … View more
On Monday, 21 November, the Supreme Court ruled that preventing 16 and 17-year-olds from voting is 'unjustified age discrimination'.

The current age of voting is 18 in New Zealand and lobby group Make It 16 have been running a youth-led campaign advocating for the vote to be extended to our 16 and 17-year-olds.

“This is history,” said Make It 16 co-director Caeden Tipler. “Today New Zealand’s highest court has confirmed that stopping young people from voting is a breach of our human rights...The government and Parliament cannot ignore such a clear legal and moral message. They must let us vote.”

Share your thoughts below - these may be published in the We Say You Say column of the local papers.

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Should our voting age be lowered to 16?
  • 13.9% Yes - they should be allowed to vote
    13.9% Complete
  • 3.7% Maybe - I need more information
    3.7% Complete
  • 3.2% It doesn't bother me either way
    3.2% Complete
  • 79.2% No - I don't agree with this
    79.2% Complete
3337 votes
733 days ago

Whakaata Māori Presents: WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup 2022.

MaoriTV

The WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup 2022 will bring together one hundred and ninety-two players from 12 countries to compete for the world title in Tāmaki Makaurau from 26 November – 4 December 2022.

Whakaata Māori is the first indigenous broadcaster in the world selected to host the … View more
The WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup 2022 will bring together one hundred and ninety-two players from 12 countries to compete for the world title in Tāmaki Makaurau from 26 November – 4 December 2022.

Whakaata Māori is the first indigenous broadcaster in the world selected to host the Softball World Cup. Four teams of commentators and experts, including reo Māori speakers, will infuse the Māori language into live games in a simple and engaging way.

‍Livestream coverage begins at noon on Saturday 26 November on MĀORI+ and free-to-air on Whakaata Māori.
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743 days ago

Auction Wednesday 16 November 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Great Variety this week. Garden Bits - Tools - Boating Bits - Collectable Books & Magazines - Sewing Machines - Instruments etc
Viewing & Bids Welcome: Mon 8-5. Tue 8-6. Wed from 8am
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz...

734 days ago

Change to hours this week

The Team from Red Cross Shop Carlyle Street

Hello Neighbours we wanted to let you know we are closing at 3pm this week and closed the weekend as we are short of team members. Thank you for your understanding.

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735 days ago

Auction Wednesday 23 November 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Cray Pots - House Dressing Chattels - Collectable Books & Comics - Tools - Bikes & Trailer etc etc
Viewing & Bids Welcome: Mon 8-5, Tue 8-6 & Wed from 8am
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz... & facebook

736 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
Donate now

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741 days ago

Poll: Should there be a parade for the Black Ferns?

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our national women’s rugby team took out the Rugby World Cup on Saturday in a tense finale at Eden Park. The Black Ferns won the match by just three points taking home their sixth world title.

With public celebrations taking place following the All Blacks (men's) Rugby World Cup wins … View more
Our national women’s rugby team took out the Rugby World Cup on Saturday in a tense finale at Eden Park. The Black Ferns won the match by just three points taking home their sixth world title.

With public celebrations taking place following the All Blacks (men's) Rugby World Cup wins (2011 & 2015) as well as parades for the America's cup team, do you think similar celebration plans are needed for our winning Black Ferns women?

Should there be a parade for the Black Ferns?
  • 65.8% Absolutely, it's an event to be celebrated.
    65.8% Complete
  • 5.6% No, times are tough.
    5.6% Complete
  • 24.3% No need for a parade, but I'm still very proud of the Black Ferns.
    24.3% Complete
  • 4.2% I didn't know the Rugby World Cup was on?
    4.2% Complete
4366 votes
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736 days ago

Amway dutch oven

Shirley from Marewa

With pudding dish and egg poacher $25

Negotiable

738 days ago

🐕Missing elderly dog🐕

Rose from Greenmeadows

***ELDERLY & TIMID***
MISSING - DOG - (PAKOWHAI, HASTINGS) HAWKES BAY
17.11.22- Posting on behalf of owner. Maggie is still missing as of 9.30am Thursday, 17th November. Maggie is 12 years old and is lost. She is a wire haired, white and tan, Jack Russell and was wearing a collar. She was … View more
***ELDERLY & TIMID***
MISSING - DOG - (PAKOWHAI, HASTINGS) HAWKES BAY
17.11.22- Posting on behalf of owner. Maggie is still missing as of 9.30am Thursday, 17th November. Maggie is 12 years old and is lost. She is a wire haired, white and tan, Jack Russell and was wearing a collar. She was scared off at the Pakowhai Dog Park on Wednesday 16 November at 11:30 am. Maggie took off and there were several possible sightings of her mentioned on fb seen in and around the Whakatu Industrial Park area (especially on Johnson Way) around 1:30 pm (This area is where the old Whakatu Freezing Works once was.) This area is east / Havelock side of the dog park.
Maggies owner Chris, is an older lady and is naturally very worried. Chris has had Maggie for 12 years. She is not on Facebook and doesnt use social media. She really doesnt know what to do. 💕 So if you are able to help please by sharing this post on ANY PAGE that would be appreciated. And post on your fb page as there are many many businesses in the Whakatu Industrial Park with lots of employees who could keep an eye out. Maggie could be in Clive, Hastings or hiding out in the Whakatu area still or even around the dog park. She will be timid and afraid as she has never left her owners side until today. Is anybody is willing to please assist her owner Chris by making up a flyer asap and printing copies that she and others willing could be delivered all around the Whakatu area and dog park? If so please PM me.
Thank you for any help, sharing this post and offering advice.
Please phone Chris
0274389679 if you see her as she is timid and unlikely to come or message www.facebook.com...

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