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1642 days ago

Reduce your home-office energy bills

EECA

With so many of us spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people’s energy bills are skyrocketing. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here are 5 simple, easy to implement ideas and tips for cutting down your domestic power bills to save yourself some cash.
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1642 days ago

Do you run a small business?

Stuff Prosper

Business owners consistently show initiative, hard work and resilience - and more than ever over the past few weeks.

Prosper has launched a small business survey to gauge the scale of Covid-19's impact.

It'll only take a few minutes to complete - and will help us, help small … View more
Business owners consistently show initiative, hard work and resilience - and more than ever over the past few weeks.

Prosper has launched a small business survey to gauge the scale of Covid-19's impact.

It'll only take a few minutes to complete - and will help us, help small businesses like yours, in weeks and months to come.
Take the survey

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1644 days ago

WIN: A Resene makeover

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and … View more
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and Chad Birt, in Titahi Bay. Congratulations!

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1644 days ago

Ever heard of Sirtuins....?

Wendy from My Wellness Niche

✨NEWSFLASH✨

We have a new product launching in New Zealand on 9th June 👏
Increase Sirtuin activity for increased health, focus, energy and so much more!

Interested? Give me a buzz 😊

#NAD
#Sirtuins

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1645 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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1645 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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1645 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.

1645 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
1645 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.

*Some conditions apply.

Visit our website to find the village that’s right for you.
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1645 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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