Otaki District, Otaki

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861 days ago

Natures Bounty | Bast is Best

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Levin

Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants.

Bast fibres have been used to manufacture ropes, sacks, sails, and other industrial fabrics for hundreds of years. Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are… View more
Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants.

Bast fibres have been used to manufacture ropes, sacks, sails, and other industrial fabrics for hundreds of years. Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants. A sustainable choice, bast fibres support regenerative agricultural practices that can help the soil sequester carbon and as a natural resource, are entirely biodegradable. In this article we will investigate four of the most utilised bast fibres: flax, hemp, ramie, and jute.

Between the epidermis (the outermost layer of cells) and the core of the plant’s stems are soft, woody fibre bundles or strands which can be over one metre long. The strands are composed of individual filaments made up of cellulose and hemicellulose cells bonded together by pectin or lignin, a cohesive gum which strengthens the stem of the plant.

During harvest the stems are cut close to the ground and the fibres are separated either through a natural decomposition process called retting (engaging moisture and bacteria to rot away the gummy cellular tissues) or by decortication (peeling the stems manually or mechanically). After retting, the fibres can be mechanically extracted through a process known as scutching.

In contrast to bast fibres, leaf fibres are obtained from the leaves of monocotyledonous plants with parallel-veined leaves, such as grasses, lilies, orchids, and palms. The long, stiff fibres of plants including abaca, cantala, Mauritius hemp, and sisal are generally used to create cordage or ropes, however, due to labour-intensive harvesting processes they are used less frequently than synthetic options.

Flax (Linen): Famously grown across northern France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Ireland, flax is the most popular and strongest of the bast fibres. Wild flax fibres found in the Upper Palaeolithic layers of a Georgian cave indicate that humans have been crafting cords and weaving flax baskets for over 30,000 years.

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862 days ago

Show on this weekend!

Pulse Exhibitions

We’re out to impress home owners and design lovers alike with amazing exhibitors. Offering only the highest quality exhibitors that cover a wide range of home related products and services.

Home & Interiors 2022 is the destination for new trends, products and services within the home … View more
We’re out to impress home owners and design lovers alike with amazing exhibitors. Offering only the highest quality exhibitors that cover a wide range of home related products and services.

Home & Interiors 2022 is the destination for new trends, products and services within the home building, furnishing, and design industries.

Show opens this Friday - Sunday, 10am - 4pm daily, $5 Entry.
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862 days ago

Thank You to local electrician!

Carolyn from Levin

A huge Thank You to Gary Tweddle at Rapid Electrical (on Neighbourly) for your donated time (several hours!) and materials for Levin Riding for Disabled (RDA) .We have recently relocated and have a lot of work to do to get up and running again and in these straitened times for everyone it is beyond… View moreA huge Thank You to Gary Tweddle at Rapid Electrical (on Neighbourly) for your donated time (several hours!) and materials for Levin Riding for Disabled (RDA) .We have recently relocated and have a lot of work to do to get up and running again and in these straitened times for everyone it is beyond expectations and we are extremely grateful! And I can personally recommend you as you have done work for me. Thorough and reasonable prices!

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862 days ago

Upcoming closure—Waikanae Service Centre & Library

James from Waikanae

This just in from KCDC:

COVID-19 and the winter flu continue to impact our ability to provide services with staff needing to isolate at home. Our Council team is being as agile as it can but from tomorrow (Wednesday 21 July):

• Waikanae Service Centre will close for at least a week
• … View more
This just in from KCDC:

COVID-19 and the winter flu continue to impact our ability to provide services with staff needing to isolate at home. Our Council team is being as agile as it can but from tomorrow (Wednesday 21 July):

• Waikanae Service Centre will close for at least a week
• From Monday, the Waikanae Library will close for a week

We acknowledge that any reduction in service is not ideal, but we are doing the best we can in what is a challenging situation.

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862 days ago

THE NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS STEP WORKING GUIDES BOOK

Shona from Otaki District

THE NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS STEP WORKING GUIDES BOOK
GOOD CONDITION

VERY GOOD READING

FOR EXAMPLE
'' We admitted that we were powerless over our addiction,
that our lives had become unmanageable" - Step One
$30

Price: $30

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862 days ago

Mens Brown Leather Shoes

Shona from Otaki District

Mens Brown Leather Shoes Size 8 1/2 UK
Francan Italian
Purchased them but they were the wrong size (too small)

Price: $80

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862 days ago

Wahl Supa Hair Dryer

Shona from Otaki District

Wahl Supa Hair Dryer
Comes with an attachment
Had little use, in good condition
$50.

Price: $50

862 days ago

New Products

Beds & More Outlet Shop - Levin

We're super excited to have new products due in stock in next few days... Tri-Pillow, King size pillow. Give us a call to place an order. 06 367 0780

862 days ago

Local Elections 2022 - #CrashCourseInCouncil

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

Next up in our #CrashCourseInCouncil, we level up on service requests👇

Service requests are when someone in our community asks us to get something done. We manage hundreds of requests a day on all kinds of things. Our teams responded to 13,035 regulatory-related service requests alone in the… View more
Next up in our #CrashCourseInCouncil, we level up on service requests👇

Service requests are when someone in our community asks us to get something done. We manage hundreds of requests a day on all kinds of things. Our teams responded to 13,035 regulatory-related service requests alone in the 2020/21 financial year.☎️📨📱

Some things we can get sorted, like a blocked drain, a building query, graffiti or a pooch on the loose. And some things we can’t – like a plane flying over your house in the afternoon (yes, we really got a request to stop planes flying over someone’s home). ✈️ 🏡

Keen to see what else we get calls about? Read more at www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

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863 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.

An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
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For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.

An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
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863 days ago

FOODBANK'S WEEKLY PRIORITY LIST

Maree from Waikanae Beach

RUB A DUB DUB

Our priority list this week is nice & easy to remember. With our recent generous donations from the community we just need a few bits n bobs to keep everyone sparkling clean!

Weekly priority list : shampoo, body wash, hand soap and household cleaners

To donate any items … View more
RUB A DUB DUB

Our priority list this week is nice & easy to remember. With our recent generous donations from the community we just need a few bits n bobs to keep everyone sparkling clean!

Weekly priority list : shampoo, body wash, hand soap and household cleaners

To donate any items you are welcome to pop into our office at 134 Rimu Road, Paraparaumu (old Co-op Bank) or use the food bins at your local supermarket.

Participating supermarkets: Kapiti Pak n Save, Kapiti New World, Countdown Paraparaumu and Waikanae New World.

Thanks again from the team at the Kapiti Community Foodbank.

www.thekapitifoodbank.co.nz...

Shared on behalf of the Kapiti Community Foodbank

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863 days ago

Bonus Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

It is not Friday but this picture by Simon Woolf is too good to ignore. He is currently doing a tour of the South Island.

"Bucket List! I'd never photographed the wandering albatross previously. Today I photographed a few. The adult here is the smaller of the two birds, and is … View more
It is not Friday but this picture by Simon Woolf is too good to ignore. He is currently doing a tour of the South Island.

"Bucket List! I'd never photographed the wandering albatross previously. Today I photographed a few. The adult here is the smaller of the two birds, and is apparently 35. The younger albatross is around 18 years old. Totally thrilled with this pic, as we had a big swell out there today."

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864 days ago

petrol prices

Harry from Waikanae

As international crude oil prices drop faster tham pump prices, an unprecedented 60c in every litre of petrol or diesel is going to the fuel retailers – sparking pleas to pass on their savings to struggling consumers

865 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Bella

Reporter Community News

Leigh Tuffery is the proud owner of Bella.
"My little niece's like to play dress ups with Bella.
Bella is a miniature fox terrier, 15yrs old and very well known around the Miramar neighbourhood and local shops."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Leigh Tuffery is the proud owner of Bella.
"My little niece's like to play dress ups with Bella.
Bella is a miniature fox terrier, 15yrs old and very well known around the Miramar neighbourhood and local shops."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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864 days ago

Ways to make your home feel cosier in Winter

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Levin

Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.

Choose a warm paint colour: Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours … View more
Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.

Choose a warm paint colour: Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours will simulate a cosier, warmer mood. Blue and purples are on the cool side so they will simulate the opposite mood.

Warm lighting: Group lighting by using task and ambience lighting and a mixture of table and floor lamps. Warm coloured bulbs throw out a softer light and give a room a cosy feel.

TIP: Having your lights on separate switches means you can control how bright/dim a space will be.

Add pot plants: Any living element contributes to a cosy and inviting feel. Plants in baskets are not only on-trend, but they also generate more oxygen inside your home too.

TIP: Group pots together using different shapes and heights to make a focal point.

Carpet, rugs and textiles: Tiles are great but can be chilly underfoot in the cooler months. Carpets insulate, soften and warm up a room and New Zealand wool carpets are environmentally friendly with a sustainable fibre, plus naturally flame retardant.

Don’t discount rugs even if you have carpets. Make sure you choose a rug that works with your existing carpet. Placing a rug between yourself and the floor instantly guarantees a warmer atmosphere. Rugs are also incredibly good at tying a space together.

TIP: Garage carpet reforms the space from a cold concrete feel to a soft warm space too!

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