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1648 days ago

A Taranaki long weekend

Blanton Smith Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

Call us biased but we think there's no better place in New Zealand to visit this long weekend than Taranaki. We want to chat to someone who is travelling here for the weekend. If this is you please get in touch with your contact details via email at taranakinewsdesk@stuff.co.nz

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1648 days ago

Bamboo fabrics

Tony from Harm Less Solutions

As our lives regain some sort of normality following our nationwide home lockdown it seems that many have used the enforced down time to renew or learn new handcraft skills. Over the past weeks we've seen very high interest in our bamboo fabric range with many orders for our fabric sample … View moreAs our lives regain some sort of normality following our nationwide home lockdown it seems that many have used the enforced down time to renew or learn new handcraft skills. Over the past weeks we've seen very high interest in our bamboo fabric range with many orders for our fabric sample packs by home and trade customers. With uses as diverse as lingerie, sportswear and sanitary items the softness, absorbency and odour combatting qualities of bamboo ticks plenty of boxes for possible uses. Whether you have a spot of home sewing in mind or bigger plans we can supply your requirements and provide pricing to suit. We look forward to hearing from you.

Negotiable

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1649 days ago

Lost watch

Janet from Frankleigh Park

Lost on Saturday, between the Mill Market, Centre City, and Ozone cafe on King street.
Treasured watch, a gift from my late husband. Distinctive Mickey Mouse face, gilt stretch strap. Lorus brand. Please phone 021 1237655, or leave message here. Reward.

1649 days ago

Poll: What do you think of CCTV on private homes?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If … View more
I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If you've got a strong opinion about them, drop me a line and let me know what you think.

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What do you think of CCTV on private homes?
  • 92.4% Yes, they're OK.
    92.4% Complete
  • 4.6% I'm not sure.
    4.6% Complete
  • 3% No, they're not OK.
    3% Complete
1959 votes
1649 days ago

Ryman pioneers certainty

Ryman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care … View moreRyman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care options. These are just some of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

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1649 days ago

5 Day Pure Pod Escape

Carole Garnham from Go4iT Travel - Carole Garnham

Lose yourself high above lush forests, grassland and azure waters on an exclusive helicopter ride before enjoying a two night stay in the Greystone Purepod, in the heart of the Wairapa Vallery Wine Region.

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1649 days ago

Maths in Daily Life

NumberWorks'nWords New Plymouth

Have you heard your child say "Why do I ever need to know this?" Relating maths to real life can help your child understand the why!

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1649 days ago

Boxes

Mel from Blagdon - Marfell

I have around 20 wine boxes if anyone needs them - left over from doing groceries for people during lockdown- I can probably drop off cheers

Free

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1650 days ago

rimu planks and battens

Tui from Hurworth

I have taken down an old shed and have a bit of nice old rimu which may be of interest to craftspeople, for distressed furniture, recycled tables, shelves etc.

Price: $10

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1650 days ago

Inside New Zealand's hidden cave hotels

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

From Waikato to the Bay of Islands, we reveal three subterranean secret spots you can escape to #backyourbackyard

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