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Numbers of the little black pests are already high, thanks to the warmer than average winter, and according to those in the Taranaki's pest control industry it's likely to get worse. Ian Charlton, the director of New Plymouth bug control firm PestAway, said he was already getting calls … View moreNumbers of the little black pests are already high, thanks to the warmer than average winter, and according to those in the Taranaki's pest control industry it's likely to get worse. Ian Charlton, the director of New Plymouth bug control firm PestAway, said he was already getting calls about the problem.
Flies can't heat themselves so die in colder temperatures. They rely on warm and moist weather to stay alive and breed in the warmer months, he said. However, MetService meteorologist Mark Bowe said while New Plymouth had enjoyed higher average temperatures throughout July and August it was hard to predict what this summer would be like.
Top 5 tips to help fight flies:
- Having a fan on and ventilating the house can deter flies from sticking around as they don't like wind.
- Keeping things clean and sealed, such as rubbish bins, can keep flies from being attracted inside. Also keep wheelie bins sealed and away from the house.
- Leave the spiders alone. Even if you're scared of the creatures and don't like the look of cobwebs, they are great for catching flies.
- Pyrethrum and rosemary deter away flies as they don't like the strong smells. Pyrethrum also has an ingredient that kills insects.
- If you have fruit trees, stay on top of decaying fruit and vegetables.
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September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)
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UK comedy great, actor and star of the iconic Not the Nine O’Clock News GRIFF RHYS JONES, is bringing his hilarious live show of stories, anecdotes and stand-up, Where Was I?, to New Zealand this November!
Griff will deliver an evening of laughter from forty years of travelling - through … View moreUK comedy great, actor and star of the iconic Not the Nine O’Clock News GRIFF RHYS JONES, is bringing his hilarious live show of stories, anecdotes and stand-up, Where Was I?, to New Zealand this November!
Griff will deliver an evening of laughter from forty years of travelling - through family, manhood and the world itself. He has been down rivers and up mountains - literally into Africa, out of India and across oceans in Three Men and A Boat, Mountains, Rivers and other adventures.
Where Was I? promises to be a riotous ride around the world. And all without the help of Bear Grylls.
Tickets are selling fast so get in quick!
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