LED Lights
LED lamps to have a longer lifespan and higher electrical efficiency than incandescent lamps to about 10 times more. Its energy requirements are considerably lower at 8.5W, whereas real power lamps consume 60W.
LED lamps to bring advantages from incandescent lamps, such as full-brightness without a warm-up time and variable colour choice; and also attain energy consumption advantages of fluorescent lamps, without the delay to warm up. The initial cost of LED lamps is usually higher, however the cost is 3 times cheaper in a long-term, with a 3 year payback time, whereas its lifetime estimation in to 40,000 hours (8-10 years); such energy attributes are consequential to the low heat mechanism, thus not warming space, it mostly emits light.
Today the availability for LED lights come for warm colours, white colours, all colours; for indoor and outdoor use; with dimmable controls; and available in bulbs, tubes, strips, and floodlights.
The key advantages of the product are reduced energy cost; reduced maintenance costs; less heat production; high durability; excellent colour quality; light efficiency; no flicker effect when dimmed; and it usually comes with a 3-year warranty.
If you are interested to replace your existing lighting system, Hertz Electrical can visit you and give you a free quotation. Give us a call at 021 141 9090 or email service@hertzelectrical.co.nz to book a visit. Visit us on www.hertzelectrical.co.nz...... to know more about our services.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
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Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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