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The Lions Clubs of Kapiti are running a Book Fair in the Waikanae Memorial Hall on Saturday 7 May from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm. All books in the main hall $2 each with priced books in the small adjacent hall. Great bargains. Covid restrictions apply
We are incredibly proud to launch Short Notice is a new initiative designed to connect neighbours with a little spare time on their hands with local businesses that need a bit of extra help!
It's very simple; using the new Short Notice community hub, share a little about yourself, your … View moreWe are incredibly proud to launch Short Notice is a new initiative designed to connect neighbours with a little spare time on their hands with local businesses that need a bit of extra help!
It's very simple; using the new Short Notice community hub, share a little about yourself, your availability and how you'd like to help.
If you're a business owner sign up for a FREE Premium Business listing to get access to Short Notice and let your community know what help you need.
Together, let's help keep small businesses busy!
Can someone please tell me the contact details of someone who either owns Neighborly or someone who has some Authority to make decisions about Neighborly as there are some issues I wish to discuss with them.
Please PM me any info.
Thanks
Oh, and the standard method of contact i.e. via their … View moreCan someone please tell me the contact details of someone who either owns Neighborly or someone who has some Authority to make decisions about Neighborly as there are some issues I wish to discuss with them.
Please PM me any info.
Thanks
Oh, and the standard method of contact i.e. via their website doesn't produce any results.
Just a reminder that tomorrow we are holding a car boot sale, bring along your family and friends and support our latest community event. Who knows you may pick up a bargain 🙂 If you are interested in selling items there are a few car park spaces available. Please email wbbcsec@gmail.com. Car … View moreJust a reminder that tomorrow we are holding a car boot sale, bring along your family and friends and support our latest community event. Who knows you may pick up a bargain 🙂 If you are interested in selling items there are a few car park spaces available. Please email wbbcsec@gmail.com. Car parks cost $10 each. There's also a sausage sizzle on the day as well as hot and cold beverages.
Grab yourself a delicious Barista Made Coffee for only $4 at McCafé.
McCafé, simply good coffee.
Available for a limited time.
This recall has been extended to include an additional product - All batches and all dates of Elite brand Chocolate Flavoured Spread is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been cases of illnesses in Israel reportedly linked… View moreThis recall has been extended to include an additional product - All batches and all dates of Elite brand Chocolate Flavoured Spread is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been cases of illnesses in Israel reportedly linked to Elite brand confectionery products, manufactured by Elite-Strauss Group, Israel. There have been no confirmed cases of illnesses in New Zealand, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Hi!
Selling my sons old motorbike, fantastic bike to learn on and very economical. Selling because he has upgraded! Has been looked after really well, stored in garage and recently serviced. Viewings/test drives welcome, we are located in Paraparaumu Beach.
$2500 or near offer
2016 … View moreHi!
Selling my sons old motorbike, fantastic bike to learn on and very economical. Selling because he has upgraded! Has been looked after really well, stored in garage and recently serviced. Viewings/test drives welcome, we are located in Paraparaumu Beach.
$2500 or near offer
2016 Aprilia STX150
150cc
13,620km
Good condition
Just serviced ($926 value) including:
• New battery
• New carburettor
• New drive chain
• New steering head bearings
• New front brake pads
• New WOF to 13/04/23
• 3 months Rego to 1 August 2022
Nursery Specials!!
Small cabbage trees in 10cm pots grown in pairs or triples. (See picture) These are planted in pairs/triples so they grow in a cluster and spread out and upwards from each other. Per 10cm pot $5.00, for 10 or more $4.50 each.
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Ake Ake Seedlings - 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 … View moreNursery Specials!!
Small cabbage trees in 10cm pots grown in pairs or triples. (See picture) These are planted in pairs/triples so they grow in a cluster and spread out and upwards from each other. Per 10cm pot $5.00, for 10 or more $4.50 each.
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Ake Ake Seedlings - 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20 (mainly green)
Griselinia littoralis (Kapuka) 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20 (Ideal for hedging)
From our small non-native section....
Giant Echium seedlings. The seed for these came from a spectacular 16foot flowering specimen that had 6 heads from one plant. See pic of the large flowers and the seedlings. 5cm pots at $2.50 each.
Available soon - Harakeke seedlings (Phormium Tenax) for your Pā Harakeke project.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting some of the above!
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes and grasses.
Please phone to arrange a visit: 0274 933 626 (Appointment Only Please).
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz...
Here are some simple ways to be warmer this winter.
Keeping your home cosy need not break the bank. Here are our top 10 frugal tips for keeping warm this winter:
1. Wonder where all your heat’s going? Light a candle and trace around your window edges, doors and vents – but make sure your … View moreHere are some simple ways to be warmer this winter.
Keeping your home cosy need not break the bank. Here are our top 10 frugal tips for keeping warm this winter:
1. Wonder where all your heat’s going? Light a candle and trace around your window edges, doors and vents – but make sure your curtains are out of the way. When the smoke starts going sideways you’ve found a draught. Window sealant tape is a cheap way to keep in the heat.
2. Don’t neglect the timer on your heat pump. Set it to come on at about 20 degrees an hour before you come home. You’ll make considerable savings compared to blasting it at 23 degrees all evening.
3. If your electric heater lacks a timer, you can buy a plug-in timer from as little as $10 from most hardware stores – they look like power adapters but have a digital interface allowing you to set appliances to come on up to seven days in advance.
4. Ensure your curtains and blinds fit snugly against the window frame. We’ve found this is more important than the material they’re made from. Floor-length curtains are better than sill-length curtains, which aren’t much better than no curtains at all.
5. Our testing found fan-less heaters (like oil-column models) often result in uneven, layered heat distribution. To avoid cold feet and a hot head, place a small desktop fan on the ground beside the heater. We found it helped an oil-column heater warm a room 3 times as fast.
6. Double-glazing doesn’t need to cost the earth. In fact, you can pick up DIY window insulator kits for under $15 per frame. All you need to do is cut the film to size and use a hair dryer to shrink it onto the window.
7. If you’re not worried about aesthetics, there’s an even cheaper way to stop heat escaping through your windows. Bubble wrap is a great temporary option, especially on internal windows in seldom-used areas. Secure it to the pane using Blu-Tack or double-sided tape, and make sure it sits flush against the frame.
8. Cat flaps are a major source of draughts. To improve the seal around the frame, unscrew the whole assembly, clean the area where it’s in contact with the door, then screw it back in tightly. Then add a thin line of silicone sealant around the frame. If draughts persist, stick some light rubber insulation tape on both sides of the flap.
9. A rug is a great way to add another layer of insulation, especially if you’ve got wooden or concrete floors. Putting down a thick rug in living areas will help prevent heat loss through the floor, especially if there’s no underfloor insulation.
10. Use pot lids when cooking. This can reduce the amount of moisture released into the air by three litres per day.
Do you have any idea what to expect?
Bronwyn Romain, Menopause Experts Champion and Educator is running a series of workshops in Kapiti, starting late May. See the poster below for more information and WWW.CREATIVE4LIFE.CO.NZ/COURSES to book your place now!
Free glasshouse for removal, has some broken panes but mostly fine.
Measures 2.8x2.2m
Figure I'd see who wants it before I demolish it.
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