Pakowhai - Waiohiki, Napier

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1170 days ago

Noticed anything different?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you … View more
It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you keen to dive straight into te wiki? Here's a video by our mates at Stuff showing five te reo words that every person from across the motu (country) needs to know.

For more coverage on Māori language week, click the 'See more' button below.

Ngā manaakitanga!
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1185 days ago

We Miss Harry 😢

Darrell from Havelock North

It’s been a week since Harry went missing from Fairview Place, Russell Robertson, Brookvale/Arataki area. He’s a white & grey tabby cat. He’s only small (11months) old. His ears are very distinctive (folded). Harry is also microchipped. If you’ve seen Harry please ring 021 239 … View moreIt’s been a week since Harry went missing from Fairview Place, Russell Robertson, Brookvale/Arataki area. He’s a white & grey tabby cat. He’s only small (11months) old. His ears are very distinctive (folded). Harry is also microchipped. If you’ve seen Harry please ring 021 239 1886.

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1171 days ago

Happy Māori Language Week

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Hawke's Bay

Ngā mihi o te wiki o te reo Māori e hoa mā | Happy Māori Language Week

Māori Language Week has officially started across Aotearoa. Throughout the week, we will be posting common words which you can start to use in everyday conversations such as kia pai te rā which means have a great day ⭐

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1171 days ago

Auction Wednesday 15 September 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Weekly Auctions Have resumed - Level 2. Our rooms are FULL.
Viewing & Bids Welcome: Mon 8-5, Tue 8-6 & Wednesday from 8am
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz... & facebook
NB. All Visitors Must Sign In & Wear a face covering

1171 days ago

All About Curtain & Upholstery Fabrics

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

There are five different styles/category of fabric that form the foundation for the vast array of curtain and upholstery fabrics you see on the market today. Each fabric style outlined below has its own unique characteristics and are produced using different techniques. Some of these fabric types … View moreThere are five different styles/category of fabric that form the foundation for the vast array of curtain and upholstery fabrics you see on the market today. Each fabric style outlined below has its own unique characteristics and are produced using different techniques. Some of these fabric types will be well known to you like plain and printed fabrics, while others less so.

You may be wondering why cotton and linen for example are not included here – this is because they are a type of composition that falls within one of these categories below.

Here we give you a high-level overview of the styles of fabrics available to you for your home interior or commercial interior project.

PLAIN
Plain fabrics are characterised by simple weaves and textures not showing any complex design.
Simple weaves are for instance – hopsacks, twills, herringbones and satins. Common fabric compositions used for plain fabrics include natural fibres (cotton, linen) as well as synthetic fibres (polyester, acrylic, etc.)

Plain interior fabrics take on a simple and paired back aesthetic. Ideal for a minimalist décor, you can complement plain fabrics with more textured and tactile textiles for added interest to your home décor.

PRINTED
Printing is the process of applying coloured designs and patterns to a woven textile. One or more colours are applied to the fabric in specific parts only, using thickened dyes to prevent the colour from spreading beyond the limits of the pattern or design. In quality printed fabrics, the colour is bonded with the fibre so as to resist loss of dye from washing and friction (crocking). Printing is an ancient textile manufacturing technique of which there are five print production methods you can use:

Burn Out Printing:
A process which uses chemicals, rather than colour, to burn out or dissolve away one fibre in a fabric. The purpose is to achieve a sheer design on a solid or opaque fabric. The chemicals used during production can make this fabric sensitive to ultraviolet degradation when hung in direct sunlight.

Digital Printing:
Rapidly becoming a popular and commercially viable printing method due to its flexibility, precision and consistency. With this new printing technique it is now possible to print any design, even with photographic detail, onto fabric. There are no restrictions in the amount of colour that can be used.

Engraved Roller Printing:
The printing method used for the majority of fabrics worldwide. The colours are printed directly onto the fabric. There must be one roller for each colour used in the print. The more colours used, the better the print definition and depth of colour. The number of colours used is printed on the left hand selvedge of a fabric along with the brand.

Hand Block Printing:

The oldest form of printing. Print designs are created by transferring dyestuffs onto fabric with the help of wooden, linoleum, or copper blocks. Artisans hand craft individual blocks to carry each different colour in a design and perfectly match block placement to create the all-over design.

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1172 days ago

Wheelbarrow

Paula from Te Awanga - Haumoana

I am after a sturdy wheelbarrow.
Thanks

1172 days ago

free queen bed

Rose from Mahora

morning all i have a free queen bed, its a older type but does the job

Free

1174 days ago

Injured white and black cat

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Is anyone missing a white and black (white with black patches) cat/kitten, in or around Havelock North?

It’s small, but I think it’s a malnourished cat.

I saw it running across the road outside Porters Hotel, and up Joll Rd, last night. It’s carrying one front leg.

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1173 days ago

Red Cross Shop in Cadbury Road OPEN with Spring stock in store.

Mary Anne from Taradale

We are open from Monday 13th. 10 to 4pm.
Looking forward to seeing you back in our shop.
Please... Masks ON. Sign in. Maintain a 2m space. Let's all stay safe and well.
Note: Warm sheets are half marked price. Racks are full!

Negotiable

1174 days ago

Get your financial life in order with MoneyIQ

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours, is it time to get your finances in order? If lockdown has focused your mind on the state of your bank account, we’re here to help.

Stuff has launched MoneyIQ, an eight-week email course that will give you all the basics you need to get your money sorted and start working towards … View more
Hey neighbours, is it time to get your finances in order? If lockdown has focused your mind on the state of your bank account, we’re here to help.

Stuff has launched MoneyIQ, an eight-week email course that will give you all the basics you need to get your money sorted and start working towards a brighter, richer future. You can sign up for free here.

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1174 days ago

Career Navigator

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Hawke's Bay

Graeme Dingle Foundation Southland asked Andrew Mullins from NZAS, one of their Career Navigator Mentor's, some questions about their Career Journey.

So we wanted to ask you, what's the best advice you have been given? Let us know below in the comments, we'd love to hear from you!

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Graeme Dingle Foundation Southland asked Andrew Mullins from NZAS, one of their Career Navigator Mentor's, some questions about their Career Journey.

So we wanted to ask you, what's the best advice you have been given? Let us know below in the comments, we'd love to hear from you!

To find out more about our Career Navigator Programme click the link below!

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1174 days ago

Christmas on a Luxury Yacht

Jenny Nilsson from House of Travel Jenny Nilsson

Christmas plans up in the air? Not sure what to do? We have exciting new Christmas Holiday 8 night voyage on a luxurious super yacht from Auckland to Nelson to share with you! 🎄🥂
Departing Auckland 19 December 2021 and arriving Nelson 27 December from $8950pp (share twin).
Imagine spending … View more
Christmas plans up in the air? Not sure what to do? We have exciting new Christmas Holiday 8 night voyage on a luxurious super yacht from Auckland to Nelson to share with you! 🎄🥂
Departing Auckland 19 December 2021 and arriving Nelson 27 December from $8950pp (share twin).
Imagine spending the lead up to Christmas relaxing with a glass of wine at some of New Zealand's oldest wineries. Christmas day to be one of enjoyment, the great outdoors, luxury and over-indulging. The opportunity to discover the stunning Abel Tasman National Park and walk some of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, returning to the comfort of the brand new Island Escape at the end of a fulfilling day. These are just some of the highlights on this stunning voyage.

To find out more give us a call on Hastings 06 878 8858 or Havelock North 06 877 8737

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1174 days ago

Camping oven

Kathy from Onekawa

Challenge outdoor cartridge oven never used. 130.00 less than retail bargain at 300.00 pick up please

Price: $300

1174 days ago

Charity shops clean ups

Willy from PortaSkip

Hey Hawke's Bay. I have heard and seen a few tough stories of charity shops being inundated with rubbish/extra unneeded clothing from level 4 and 3. So this morning, Chris and I are going to spend a few hours heading around Napier and Hastings to some of these shops with 2x of our 4m3 … View moreHey Hawke's Bay. I have heard and seen a few tough stories of charity shops being inundated with rubbish/extra unneeded clothing from level 4 and 3. So this morning, Chris and I are going to spend a few hours heading around Napier and Hastings to some of these shops with 2x of our 4m3 PortaSkips to fill up to help out. If you volunteer at or know of any of these stores in need of getting rid some rubbish forced on them, tag them so we know where to head. Otherwise google maps charity shops will be to the rescue...
Cheers,

Willy.

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