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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.
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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.
WHERE:- The Te Horo Community Hall, School Road, Te Horo
WHEN:- Sunday 1 May 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm
Its time to get out and about with a visit to the monthly Te Horo Country Market this Sunday.. A truly friendly, local, community market, just 100 metres from Ruth Pretty's, 30+ stalls … View moreWHERE:- The Te Horo Community Hall, School Road, Te Horo
WHEN:- Sunday 1 May 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm
Its time to get out and about with a visit to the monthly Te Horo Country Market this Sunday.. A truly friendly, local, community market, just 100 metres from Ruth Pretty's, 30+ stalls both inside and outside.
Popup Café with yummy food and refreshments, Natural Skincare, Upcycling, Health Supplements, Masks, Crafts, Quilting and Patchwork, Designer Fabrics and Stationery, Pottery, Cards, Bird Feeders, Knits, Bric-a-Brac, Books, Preserves, Honeys, Olive Oils, Wood Crafts, Giftware, Plants and lots lots more.
Also included is a "Seasonal Surplus" stall. Just bring your surplus veges, flowers and fruit to our Seasonal Surplus table - we'll sell it for you and we donate our percentage to local causes.
Celebrate Autumn in the country at a real country market day! You’ll find cheerful smiles and a lovely bunch of really friendly and hugely talented stallholders.
All welcome - just don’t forget your masks (unless exempt).
Good afternoon to you all
I am looking for a Plumber who can have a look at our water storage tank, we have a minor leak at the water outlet that needs attention. Any recommendations would be of value, warm regards Malcolm
Brand new John deere 42" twin blade mower deck complete ready to bolt on,property sold with mower before I could fit new deck,not needed at new property
Nice healthy plants, great range with over 150 varieties. See website www.succular.nz... and arrange a visit by phone/text 021 457 195 or email mark@succular.nz
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