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Our House of the Week this week is a large, warm family home in a quiet cul-de-sac. This three double bedroom (plus single bedroom/office) house is also mobility ready, including a wet-floor ensuite. It's on offer through Craigh Pashby at Ray White, and you can read all about it in … View moreOur House of the Week this week is a large, warm family home in a quiet cul-de-sac. This three double bedroom (plus single bedroom/office) house is also mobility ready, including a wet-floor ensuite. It's on offer through Craigh Pashby at Ray White, and you can read all about it in today's edition of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Kāpiti to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Kāpiti.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Kāpiti gets delivered to 26,500 letterboxes every Thursday from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki Beach, and is also available in stands throughout the area.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or niko.perez@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
Demonstration Day Saturday 25 June
Wondering what we get up to? Want to try something new? See arts and crafts in action from 10.00am to 2.00pm in our rooms, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line).
Put it in your diary!
One of the best things about staying with my parents is the promise of soft, fluffy towels when I arrive. Compared to the rough, frequently damp variety I have at home, my mum’s towels feel like I'm being wrapped in clouds. When I ask her how she keeps her towels so fluffy, she replies, only… View moreOne of the best things about staying with my parents is the promise of soft, fluffy towels when I arrive. Compared to the rough, frequently damp variety I have at home, my mum’s towels feel like I'm being wrapped in clouds. When I ask her how she keeps her towels so fluffy, she replies, only half-joking, “I buy expensive towels.”
First, I read that the leading cause of stiff towels is often leftover detergent residue. However, while cutting back on detergent will prevent towels from growing scratchy, it may not revive the softness. Choosing a hot water cycle and washing loads of only towels are also recommended for maintaining fluff, but again may not be enough to bring it back from the dead.
Undeterred, I continued to scrounge around the internet, and eventually came across a few interesting tricks—using items that I already have lying around at home—that I decided to try. Not at all of them worked out, but here is what I discovered.
Add Baking Soda
What the internet says: Mix half a cup of baking soda along with a normal detergent dose for fluffier and cleaner towels. Baking soda also naturally eliminates musty and mildew smells that come from towels remaining damp for too long.
How it worked: The towel felt thicker and bouncier, but the threads were sharper and spikier—kind of like a buzz cut texture. Not entirely ideal.
Throw Tennis Balls in The Dryer
What the internet says: If you have a few clean, unused tennis balls lying around like I do, try throwing them in the dryer along with your towels. As the balls bounce around, they help remove lumps and increase softness.
How it worked: It didn’t. I noticed no difference in fluffiness from drying towels with tennis balls. My towels remained their same old scruffy selves.
Brush It Out
What the internet says: Use a hairbrush to brush your towel once it’s clean and dry, which will help break down any dried detergent residue and separate the threads from each other, making the towel softer to the touch.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
WHEN:- Sunday 12 June 10am-1pm
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St. Waikanae Beach
Great Community Market with highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items including:
- Plants, Flowers and Seedlings
- Locally grown Avocados
… View moreWHEN:- Sunday 12 June 10am-1pm
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St. Waikanae Beach
Great Community Market with highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items including:
- Plants, Flowers and Seedlings
- Locally grown Avocados
- Local Waikanae Honey
- Mosaic Garden Art
- Designer Ladies Clothing
- Pottery
- Lino Cuts
- Crochet Toys
- A variety of Jewellery
- Scented Candles and Natural Skincare products
- A wide variety of Homewares including Handmade Duvet Covers and Cushions
- Junk For Joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and handmade items including furniture
- Much much more.
Escape the house, pick up a bargain or a gift, then enjoy lunch at one of the wonderful Waikanae cafes.
Invite a friend or 2 and enjoy an outing at this great community event. Support local!
Please don't forget your mask unless you have an exemption.
Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!
Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!
… View moreEvery dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!
Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!
Hate feeling obligated? You're not! The health check will let you know if there is a better KiwiSaver provider for you - it's up to you if you do anything about it. Why wait till you're 65, make sure your KiwiSaver is working for you now!
Hi Neighbors and Friends,
On visiting Supermarkets, and Homewhare shops it really gets under my skin the rediculous prices that these community shops are charging for the necessity for families to keep themselves warm during and into the colder part of our year.
On seeing what these supposed … View moreHi Neighbors and Friends,
On visiting Supermarkets, and Homewhare shops it really gets under my skin the rediculous prices that these community shops are charging for the necessity for families to keep themselves warm during and into the colder part of our year.
On seeing what these supposed community and family providers are charging for bags of firewood and kindling is totally unbelievable
From what I've looked at, how can they substanciate charging $15-00 plus for a bag of 12 wood rings/rolls, or $18-99 for a box of Kindling Wood.
With this regard, I have devoted a lot of time and effort in making available to the Levin residents Kindling Wood options, that as I feel a more friendly and acceptable cost to households.
As you will see from the attached photo's, there is 2 options available.
No.1 on left $10, approx 90+ pieces per box
No.2 on right $12-50 approx 130 + per box
Its not my intention to rip anyone off, but my time in producing this product, is a lot higher than the asking price, however I believe the community deserve better.
If interested call John 021 756020 or email jojabe31@gmail.com
Our thanks to Hemi (drives a vehicle displaying towel supply) for helping us rescue our kitten from where he had concealed himself under the car.
Your assistance as greatly appreciated. The kitten seems none the worse for his adventure.
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions club are holding a garage sale in the near future. Do you have any clean suitable goods that you want to give to a charity? We collect.! Small or large lots accepted.
Contact Barry on Tel (04) 904 0568.
www.kapitipakekelions.org.nz...
Last trading day for Beds & More Waikanae.
> > > 17th June 2022 < < <
Massive savings on all beds, mattresses, pillows, duvet inners, and so much more. All stock must go on or before 17th June 2022.
Thank you #Paraparaumu, #KapitiCoast and #Waikanae for your support … View moreLast trading day for Beds & More Waikanae.
> > > 17th June 2022 < < <
Massive savings on all beds, mattresses, pillows, duvet inners, and so much more. All stock must go on or before 17th June 2022.
Thank you #Paraparaumu, #KapitiCoast and #Waikanae for your support through the years.
42 Main Road, Waikanae | 04 298 5498 | wk@bedsandmore.nz
Anne Couper is the proud mum of Dot.
"This is Dot (two years old) from Hataitai, who on one momentous day (unfortunately not recorded on camera) managed three tennis balls at once."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent … View moreAnne Couper is the proud mum of Dot.
"This is Dot (two years old) from Hataitai, who on one momentous day (unfortunately not recorded on camera) managed three tennis balls at once."
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.
It must have all Triton parts with it.
Everything must be in working order & in good condition.
No skill saw is required with it.
Please pm me.
Don't forget the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET is on TODAY from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Beautiful award winning Olive Oil, Plants & Seedlings, Local Honey, Delicious Locally Grown Avocados, Junk For Joy - Upcycled/Repurposed Homewares … View moreDon't forget the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET is on TODAY from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Beautiful award winning Olive Oil, Plants & Seedlings, Local Honey, Delicious Locally Grown Avocados, Junk For Joy - Upcycled/Repurposed Homewares & Furniture, Crafts, Face Masks, Knits, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-brac, Books and lots lots more. See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL!!
Habit Health Fitness Clubs is extending an invitation to come along to their club open days. Try a taster class, test yourself in a fitness challenge and win some fantastic prizes at one of Wellington’s premiere health and fitness clubs. RSVP and claim your free gift!
… View moreHabit Health Fitness Clubs is extending an invitation to come along to their club open days. Try a taster class, test yourself in a fitness challenge and win some fantastic prizes at one of Wellington’s premiere health and fitness clubs. RSVP and claim your free gift!
RSVP for 11 June - Majestic Open Day - Willis Street
RSVP for 17 Jun – Platinum Open Day – Johnston Street
More about Habit Health Fitness Clubs:
Embrace altogether better health for your best life. Receive expert guidance and support along your health and fitness journey. Explore and enjoy modern facilities, fitness classes and much more.
Open day exclusive offer:
Join on any 12-month membership and get a bonus month Free!
We are looking for a house to rent for 6 moths or longer in a modern subdivision. We are quiet and tidy, non smokers, have no pets and are happy to look after the garden. No need to clean carpets because I am allergic to the cleaners. The perfect tenants! 02102701734
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