Tamatea, Napier

790 days ago

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792 days ago

Auction Wednesday 10 August 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Another FULL House. Tidy Patios & Outdoor Furniture. Large Mirrors & Clocks. Collectable China. Lounge & Dining Suites etc etc
Viewing & Bids Welcome: Mon 8-5, Tue 8-6 & Wed from 8am
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz... & facebook
NB. Next Antique Auction 29 September

792 days ago

Aged terracotta pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Napier

It’s easy to age a brand new terracotta pot using Karen Walker Chalk Colour and Vintage Wax from Resene.
Find out how to create your own.

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793 days ago

Submissions for Eskdale Park

Trina from Bayview - Eskdale

Hi Everyone, Here is the Eskdale Park draft reserve management plan. Please have a look over it and go to the HDC website at the link below, to read about the plan in detail. The council is now accepting submission on the draft RMP. This is our opportunity to say what we like about the plan and … View moreHi Everyone, Here is the Eskdale Park draft reserve management plan. Please have a look over it and go to the HDC website at the link below, to read about the plan in detail. The council is now accepting submission on the draft RMP. This is our opportunity to say what we like about the plan and what we do not like about the plan. Please take this opportunity seriously as it will effect our park for the future. Everyone's thoughts and opinions need to be voiced to HDC by sending in a submission. Submissions needs to be received by HDC by September 2, 2022. If you need help with your submission please reach out to Friends of Eskdale Park on FB or through email at saveeskdalepark@gmail.com. We are happy to help. If you have questions about the plan please email Rachel Stuart of HDC at rachels@hdc.govt.nz. Lets come together as a community on this and all send in our submissions to HDC.
www.hastingsdc.govt.nz...

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793 days ago

The local elections are coming up!

Orange Guy from Electoral Commission

The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.

Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
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793 days ago
794 days ago

Restoring graves

Denise from Marewa

As I can't add too many pics to one post, here are more from the team protecting Napier Heritage today.

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794 days ago

Napier Arts Club open day

Anthony from Napier South

The Best Value art gallery is open on the First Sunday of each Month. Come along on Sunday 7th August from 10am to 1pm. Browse or buy. Reasonable prices.
Look for the Purple House at 122 Vigor Brown St, Napier South. New members welcome.

794 days ago

Cleaning graves

Denise from Marewa

Thank you to Diane, Lyn and Derek who joined the NZ Remembrance Army cleaning graves in the Napier Hill cemetery today. What lovely people you are and what a difference you made.

Some graves are a huge effort but in a lot of cases, 15 minutes can restore a long neglected grave. NZ … View more
Thank you to Diane, Lyn and Derek who joined the NZ Remembrance Army cleaning graves in the Napier Hill cemetery today. What lovely people you are and what a difference you made.

Some graves are a huge effort but in a lot of cases, 15 minutes can restore a long neglected grave. NZ Remembrance Army do the soldier graves in the cemeteries but they are a fraction of what is required. All of our local cemeteries have graves that need some cleaning.

Some of our team will be back at the hill cemetery on Sunday morning (for most of the day). Please join us if you can spare even half an hour. We'll show you how we do it with a few tools and just water.

Bring a bucket, scraper and two scrubbing brushes (one soft and one firm), a brush and pan. If you are driving, a broom is good too.

796 days ago

How to Care for Your Washing Machine

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

Looking after your washing machine will maximise its life and performance.
Our member surveys indicate that the average life expectancy of a top loader is seven years, and 12 for a front loader. A little care and maintenance can go a long way, so here are some tips to help you get the most from … View more
Looking after your washing machine will maximise its life and performance.
Our member surveys indicate that the average life expectancy of a top loader is seven years, and 12 for a front loader. A little care and maintenance can go a long way, so here are some tips to help you get the most from your washer.

Watch out for keys and coins
Keys and coins kill washing machines. Check pockets before washing, and look for dirt and objects left in the drum, or hidden in the rubber seals after each wash.

Check your pump filter
Many washing machines have these as a last line of defence against foreign objects. Look for a small hatch low down on the outside of your machine. Check this monthly and clear anything that shouldn’t be in there — use a towel or tray to catch the water when you open it up. If your machine isn’t draining, this is the first thing to check before calling for a repair.

Limit your washer's spin speed
Keep this to 1200rpm, even if your machine goes up to 1400 or even 1600rpm. Higher speeds reduce the life of belts, drum bearings and door seals, without removing much more water.

Don’t use fabric softener with laundry detergent
Fabric softeners react to create a waxy residue called “scrud”. No one wants “scrud” – especially as it clings to unseen parts of the machine, such as under the agitator. If blobs break free, they can leave greasy marks on laundry.

Regularly clean the detergent dispenser
Check the manual to see how to remove it, and wash it thoroughly in warm soapy water.

Clean the door seal
Remove water from the door seal after each wash (if you notice mould, wipe the rubber seal with hot water and detergent). Between washes, leave the door and detergent dispenser open – that lets the interior dry.

Use the service cycle
Many machines have a specific “service” or “cleaning” cycle. It helps your machine smell fresh, prevents detergent build-up, and keeps it cleaning at its best.

If your machine doesn’t have a service cycle, run a hot wash with a full-strength powder detergent once a month.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

795 days ago

Keep trying

NumberWorks'nWords Hawkes Bay

It doesn't matter how much you fall, the most important thing is how strongly you try to get up and try again. ?

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795 days ago

Bring Hope to the table!

Life

It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.

For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.

To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
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796 days ago

Garden Help required

Sandy from Awatoto - Meeanee

Hi, I have 2 large flax bushes and a NZ Cranberry/Chilean Guava bush that I would like dug out please. If you can do it or know of anyone, or would like to have the plants when they're removed, please let me know. Thanks,
Sandy

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796 days ago

Free Preschool Music and Dance Sessions

Gail from Taradale

ABCs@NBC invites all mums/nanas with preschoolers to our new weekly FREE preschool music and dance sessions at Napier Baptist Church, 36 Riverbend Road, Marewa Monday mornings (term time) starting 9.15am-11am. Morning tea provided and a chance to chat afterwards, while the children play with toys… View moreABCs@NBC invites all mums/nanas with preschoolers to our new weekly FREE preschool music and dance sessions at Napier Baptist Church, 36 Riverbend Road, Marewa Monday mornings (term time) starting 9.15am-11am. Morning tea provided and a chance to chat afterwards, while the children play with toys and make new friends..

796 days ago

Love to Dance - A Ryman Healthcare Grant

Princess Alexandra Retirement Village

Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View more
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance.

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