Napier South, Napier

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1286 days ago

Interior Design Trends 2021

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

It’s been a long year, so we have good reason to rejoice when thinking of the interior design trends we love most for 2021 and onwards.

From the growing importance of sustainable materials to elegant elements and a celebration of individuality and uniqueness, our 2021 trend edit will provide … View more
It’s been a long year, so we have good reason to rejoice when thinking of the interior design trends we love most for 2021 and onwards.

From the growing importance of sustainable materials to elegant elements and a celebration of individuality and uniqueness, our 2021 trend edit will provide you with a curated look that will bring your home into the New Year with sensational style.

With many people’s attitudes on life changing during 2020, and many wishing they could get away this year, we take a look ahead at the interior design trends for 2021.


1. Take a maximalist approach to decorating
For those who love colourful decoration, this maximalist look channels the free-spirited essence of the celebrated Bloomsbury artists and their creative flair. Bravely mix contrast patterns across a scheme, harmonising the eclectic mix with different scales of print, and one or two grounding common tones to pull all the patterns together. The Bloomsbury artists painted not only their walls but their furniture, too. Mix large-scale wall decor with small-scale decorative details to create playful layers.
2. Combine checks and stripes
Everyone’s two favourite patterns combine for this fun new trend that mixes the classic check and stripe with new-season colours.

Mix and match patterns in different scales to create the right 
balance. In this bedroom the delicately patterned cushions and eiderdown soften the effect of the stripes and checks on the wall and bed.

3. Slide into sculptural furniture
Carefully curated displays of shapely figures and organic forms take centre stage creating quiet drama in neutral spaces. As the striking furnishings and lighting in this living room show, sculptural can be beautiful and useful. For those with a love of ceramics, group pieces together behind glass or on a humble window shelf. Curved and shapely furniture and vessels draw the eye, inviting your gaze to dance across the space.

4. Be bold with a primary palette
We love this considered trend which gives interiors an artistic edge by using two primary colours against a muted palette. Here, a statement lamp with big personality is the perfect way to bring colour into an existing neutral space. And such vibrant colour helps a piece to stand out from the crowd.

In larger spaces wooden furniture and natural jute flooring is given a new lease of life with a sprinkling of bright primary colours.


5. Transport yourself to warmer climes with a wall mural
Adorning interiors with maximum escapism, tropical wall-coverings full of lively patterns and dreamy painterly scenes are just what interiors are craving this year. This ‘La Passion De Diego’ mural by Elitis featuring oversized Mexican plant-life and a silhouette of Frida Kahlo has a woven pattern incorporated into the design to add texture and depth to balance the bold colour.'


Full article with pictures: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

1286 days ago

Winter Promotion

Ben Keehan from FiSBO® NZ Ltd

Winter is here! Well sort of, pretty dry hopefully we get some rain over the next few weeks. Drought is a funny time for us all when stock numbers are down on the farm's signs of recovery seem a long way away as the grass is not growing. This also affects other businesses too.

With this in … View more
Winter is here! Well sort of, pretty dry hopefully we get some rain over the next few weeks. Drought is a funny time for us all when stock numbers are down on the farm's signs of recovery seem a long way away as the grass is not growing. This also affects other businesses too.

With this in mind here is our Winter promo: 50% discount on our Red Marketing campaigns. This means I will take your property to market for just $2000+GST! Includes, Photos, Scripts, Virtual tours, Weekend Open Homes till sold, it can't get better than that!

For the record: 2020 saw us launch, FiSBO® 10 properties and save the vendors collectively $200,000 in fees. We proved the point that my service can exceed market expectations and set records for every property.

High lights:

11 Windsor Terrace: 4 bedrooms, sold $905,000
4 Cape Place: 3 Bedrooms Sold $936,000
4 Pania Place 4 bedrooms Sold $930,000 3 days by the owner
19 Bengston Street, 2 Bedrooms Sold $395,000
82 Gloucester Street, 2 Bedrooms Sold $540,000

Like most consumers, you want to save money on everything and yet most are convinced you to have to spend $20k with an agent to get a top market price, well those days are gone!

I'm here to help you achieve a record for your home, call me , Ben Keehan and take a chance on our service: 021738769

1286 days ago

Broadband Tips

The Team from Chorus

Are you getting the best from your internet? Learn how to get the best connection, plan and set-up to get the most out of your home WiFi. Learn more

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1286 days ago

Massage Table

Ed from Taradale

Massage Table - good condition - welcome to view
$30.00
0274927340

Price: $30

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1286 days ago

Computer/Writing/Student Desk

Ed from Taradale

Desk for sale, as is where is - happy if you want to view
0274927340
$25

Price: $25

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1286 days ago

Rosemary cuttings free

Ron from Greenmeadows

We have a large rosemary bush that I want to trim back. If you would like some please contact me on 8440655 to arrange pick up. I will cut fresh when you arrive.

Free

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1287 days ago

Corner entertainment centre

Perry from Taradale

Suitable for TV , and or sound system , or display your treasures. Has a few marks but mostly good . Top half comes off for transporting , will need 2 strong people to move as it's fairly heavy .$50.00 ONO
Contact phone or txt Perry 0272. 747 283

Price: $50

1288 days ago

Dry Rot

Helen Neighbourly Lead from Napier South

Can someone recommend a business or a person that could come and do a small Dry rot job, for me.I had someone lined up and they've let me down!
Many thanks. Helen

1287 days ago

Benefits of taking breaks

NumberWorks'nWords Hawkes Bay

As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View more
As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!

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1288 days ago

Malicious email impersonating NZ Post circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any… View more
New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any individual has received these emails, NZ Post has advised to delete it immediately.

In a statement sent to Neighbourly, NZ Post confirmed that it had taken 24 websites offline in relation to the scam.

For more information on the scam, please see the NZ Post's Cyber Security Alerts page.

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1288 days ago

Miniature Tools

Roy from Poraiti

I collect miniature antique or just old tools. These are not toys but real small tools for use by crafts and tradespeople to get into tight places. If you have anything smaller than normal size, I would love to take a look and offer a fair price. Please contact Roy at 844 88 55 or 0223 18 04 47

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1288 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
Find out more

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1288 days ago

Free power competition

Allan from Marewa

Stay warm this winter with this latest promotion. All you need to do is call me on 021 084 38215 and ask for a free property appraisal from me between the dates of May the 1st and August the 1st and you'll be in the draw. Warm up this Winter with Harcourts Hawke's Bay - New Zealands most … View moreStay warm this winter with this latest promotion. All you need to do is call me on 021 084 38215 and ask for a free property appraisal from me between the dates of May the 1st and August the 1st and you'll be in the draw. Warm up this Winter with Harcourts Hawke's Bay - New Zealands most trusted real estate brand for the ninth year running!

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1288 days ago

Bernina record 830

Lee-Anne from Marewa

Hello Fello Dressmakers 👗and Crafters 🪡 .
✂️ I’m looking to buy please a well serviced Bernina record 830 or something very similar.
If you do can you contact me please on mob 0276119714. Thank you 🪡

1289 days ago

Tips for Decorating on a Budget

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

Friends of mine would probably describe me as “crafty“ and “creative.” But that’s just because they’re too polite to tell you the truth: I’m cheap.

My stinginess has led me down dark alleys in search of scrap wood to build a coffee table for a fraction of the price of the furniture… View more
Friends of mine would probably describe me as “crafty“ and “creative.” But that’s just because they’re too polite to tell you the truth: I’m cheap.

My stinginess has led me down dark alleys in search of scrap wood to build a coffee table for a fraction of the price of the furniture store version I adore. And it means I’ll often wake up to messages from friends with photos of dilapidated, discarded furniture on the street that say, “This made me think of you.”

As a result, my home is filled with inexpensive pieces that have been gathered in unconventional ways or made by yours truly. In fact, the other day while I was tidying up, I realised that every item – with the exception of my mattress – cost less than $500.

I’ve been very deliberate in my selections, and it’s taken me years to build an arsenal of couches, tables, rugs and art that I’m happy with. At times it was difficult not to rush to a department store and settle for a set of just-okay dining chairs to avoid another night of standing around the dinner table eating dinner.

I realise not everybody has as much patience to devote to decorating and furnishing their home. And I’m not proposing you spend your weekends scrounging around in rubbish heaps for unique home accents. (Please, that would mean fewer treasures for me.)

But there are a few tricks and shortcuts I’ve learned along the way that make it easy to save a buck or $200. And not a single one requires a tetanus shot.

Don’t be afraid of prints: If you want to make an otherwise bland room come to life, just add prints. The bright green floral couch in my living room (which I affectionately refer to as “nana chic“) serves as the anchor for the space, and the wallpaper in my dressing room turns a drab wall into a happy garden. Plus, the pattern is so bold that I needed to cover only one wall, thus saving money. Just be sure to go easy on other patterns so as not to overwhelm the eye.

Think big: If you have a large, blank wall to fill, don’t immediately think gallery wall, which is a strategically arranged collection of art pieces that can cost a fortune to frame. Instead opt for a large anchor piece, such as a giant map or a handmade installation. For my living room, I searched “DIY backdrop” for inspiration and found instructions on how to make a huge tassel hanging.


Know what to buy vs DIY: Whenever I see an item described as “industrial” or as made with “reclaimed” materials, my DIY senses tingle. Additionally, the plumbing section at your local hardware store is brimming with potential storage solutions. I built the clothing racks in my dressing room using copper piping and concrete, and I’ve made a simple, versatile blanket ladder using dowel and copper fittings. And if you find an affordable set of drawers but hate the knobs, you’re just a few twists away from a sleek piece if you update the hardware.


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