Blagdon - Marfell, New Plymouth

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1552 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we’ve got a spring checklist for vegetables and flowers and, by special request, instructions for making newspaper plant pots for seedlings. Plus it’s time to tidy up hellebores, sow brassica seeds and start a new compost heap.

We have three tasty recipes from Jamie … View more
In this week’s issue we’ve got a spring checklist for vegetables and flowers and, by special request, instructions for making newspaper plant pots for seedlings. Plus it’s time to tidy up hellebores, sow brassica seeds and start a new compost heap.

We have three tasty recipes from Jamie Oliver’s new book 7 Ways. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1552 days ago

Make a photo booth

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Plymouth

Got an important celebration or party coming up? Create your own photo booth for guests to enjoy. The best thing about this photo booth is that you can easily erase and change your text to reuse the frame for different events with a Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint whiteboard finish on one side and … View moreGot an important celebration or party coming up? Create your own photo booth for guests to enjoy. The best thing about this photo booth is that you can easily erase and change your text to reuse the frame for different events with a Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint whiteboard finish on one side and a Resene FX Blackboard Paint finish on the other.

It’s perfect for baby showers, hen’s parties, kid’s birthdays and much more! Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Learn how to create your own to get your guests in the party photo mood.

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1552 days ago

Have you nominated your local hero?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

With only 3 days left to nominate, we’re asking a BIG question. Have you nominated your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Taranaki yet?

We’re celebrating those every day heroes doing good every day.

Share them below and get nominating.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1553 days ago

Student Stars concert postponed - again!

Chris Beath from Taranaki Symphony Orchestra

The Student Stars concert had been postponed to 5th September. But with COVID level 2 now extended to Sunday 6th September (at least), we have regrettably had to again postpone this concert. It is now scheduled to be held on Sunday October 18th at 3pm, in Theatre Royal.

Tickets are available from … View more
The Student Stars concert had been postponed to 5th September. But with COVID level 2 now extended to Sunday 6th September (at least), we have regrettably had to again postpone this concert. It is now scheduled to be held on Sunday October 18th at 3pm, in Theatre Royal.

Tickets are available from Ticketek, and anyone already holding tickets can use these on 18th October. If you can't attend the concert then, Ticketek will issue a refund.

This concert features 12 "Student Stars" playing with the combined Taranaki Symphony and Youth Orchestras and features some very exciting music.

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1553 days ago

Hens Free to Good Home

Philippa from Westown

Nine hyline hens, approximately 2 years old urgently needing a new home. They are in excellent health and still have plenty of laying to do yet. Phone/msg on 0272207515.

Negotiable

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1553 days ago

MPI issues recall for peaches

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 … View more
The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 should not be consumed due to the presence of the bacteria.

ALL yellow flesh peaches imported from the United States should not be consumed if purchased between 10 July to 25 August.

The products are sold in New World, Pak'n Save, Gilmours and Four Square stores across the North Island.

To learn more about the recall see the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1553 days ago

Business loans "Prospa" - be careful

Kevin from Westown

I see Prospa is posting a sponsored message. Be aware that interests have been reported as high as 30.2%.

Any loan without assets are going to charged a lot. While this could tide you over for a few months, I strongly recommend keeping the payback period as short as possible, preferably one month … View more
I see Prospa is posting a sponsored message. Be aware that interests have been reported as high as 30.2%.

Any loan without assets are going to charged a lot. While this could tide you over for a few months, I strongly recommend keeping the payback period as short as possible, preferably one month term.

From Prospa: "We use a risk-based pricing model to determine the cost for each individual customer using data such as industry, years in business and cash flow. We do also have to consider the current environment to responsibly assess risk, to ensure we lend appropriately."

1554 days ago

A guide to mandatory mask use during Covid-19 level 2 and beyond

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?

Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.

Click here to read more.

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1554 days ago

C'mon Taranaki!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Taranaki and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.

Who’s your Local Hero? Go.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1554 days ago

Small Business funding to Beat 2020

Prospa

Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View more
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Apply Now

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1566 days ago

"TARANAKI MIDWEEK" MISSED DELIVERIES DOWN OMATA ROAD FOR 3 WEEKS CONTINUOUS THIS JULY/AUGUST 2020!

Heather from Westown

I've just found out about this 'Home of Football'! I must be missing something - probably because I keep missing my "Midweek" newspaper - I have to chase it up nearly every week, finally got one on Sat. but they missed me for 3 weeks running! SO 'STUFF', CAN YOU … View moreI've just found out about this 'Home of Football'! I must be missing something - probably because I keep missing my "Midweek" newspaper - I have to chase it up nearly every week, finally got one on Sat. but they missed me for 3 weeks running! SO 'STUFF', CAN YOU PLEASE RECTIFY THIS APALLING STATE OF AFFAIRS?? and its the same for everyone on my ROAD and it means we don't get any Community news at all!! Come on, if you want to be a Real Source of News, and an Advertiser of Commercial/NGO's Products, then you have to get the Distribution sorted AND RELIABLE! And if necessary, PAY MORE TO YOUR DELIVERY PERSONS AS REQUIRED! (We have done this work with our children over the years and we know that the 'pay' is a PITTANCE!)

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1554 days ago

Corrugated iron fence free for removal

Natalie from Brooklands - Vogeltown

Corrugated iron fence free for removal in Vogeltown area. Approximately 19m in length. Available for removal in the next 1-2 weeks

Free

1555 days ago

Do you know an amazing gardener helping their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View more
Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.

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1555 days ago

Auckland lockdown extended until Sunday, rest of country to stay at level 2

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View more
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.

On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.

Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.

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1556 days ago

Do you have a DIY (or DIY disaster) dad?

Resene

Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our fun spot prizes.

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe … View more
Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our fun spot prizes.

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way, we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this father's day.

Entries close 6 September 2020. Winner will be notified by email. Prize includes $1000 Resene voucher and other goodies from Resene.
Enter here!

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