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Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.
To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View moreAre you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.
To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
Come on in and enjoy what Levin Crafters have on offer for you to enjoy. Support local Enterprise and watch the Levin enviroment blossom as you also take a walk in Thompson House Park.
This female comedian is in Wellington at the Opera House 12th November 2022.
Unfortunately I have double booked for this date and am unavailable to attend.
2 Tickets for $40 each = $90.00 as opposed to $102.10
2008 3 litre turbo diesel manual owned from new 170Kms
running boards,2 tonne towbar, rhino deck liner & lockable canopy side windows, current WOF & rego, regular servicing,replaced clutch,cam belt, excellent A/T tyres
& general condition drives like a car, reluctant sale
ph … View more2008 3 litre turbo diesel manual owned from new 170Kms
running boards,2 tonne towbar, rhino deck liner & lockable canopy side windows, current WOF & rego, regular servicing,replaced clutch,cam belt, excellent A/T tyres
& general condition drives like a car, reluctant sale
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Catherine Polson is the proud mum of the very striking Trixie.
"This is my four year-old girl Trixie. She loves stirring up next doors dogs either by walking along the top of the fence looking down at them or by waving her paw through the gaps to get their attention."
Remember if you want… View moreCatherine Polson is the proud mum of the very striking Trixie.
"This is my four year-old girl Trixie. She loves stirring up next doors dogs either by walking along the top of the fence looking down at them or by waving her paw through the gaps to get their attention."
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.
The recent volcanic eruption near Tonga has created some beautiful sunsets and sunrises lately. Kāpiti resident Ken Proudfoot took this photo, of clearing storm clouds, recently on his regular walk on the beach.
If you have take a photo recently of a sunrise to sunset, please post it on … View moreThe recent volcanic eruption near Tonga has created some beautiful sunsets and sunrises lately. Kāpiti resident Ken Proudfoot took this photo, of clearing storm clouds, recently on his regular walk on the beach.
If you have take a photo recently of a sunrise to sunset, please post it on Neighbourly for everyone to enjoy.
It’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew … View moreIt’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew growing on your curtains.
What makes mould and mildew grow?
Interestingly, it’s not directly the condensation on your windows that causes mould and mildew because most curtains don’t come into contact with it. Mould and mildew grow when there’s moisture and warmth in the home, which condensation does contribute to.
Just like everything absorbent in your home, as temperatures go up the moisture in the air evaporates and is absorbed into the fabric. As they cool, the moisture changes back from its gaseous state to being closer to its liquid form. In absorbing this moisture they also take in any bacteria it holds. Repeated over time, this is what causes the nasty growths.
The difference between mould and mildew
Mould is a broad term that encompasses multiple identical nuclei and can grow beneath and penetrate the surface of affected material. Mildew is a type of mould that grows on the surface and can therefore be much more easily treated/removed. When it’s live, moulds are orangey or reddish in colour. The black patches we see are actually the hibernating mould spores waiting for the sun to warm them up and bring them back to life.
Where does all this moisture come from?
We live in a pretty humid climate in New Zealand at the best of times; in some areas it’s even greater. But it’s not all weather related. Cooking, showering, drying clothes, unflued gas heaters and simply breathing and existing all produce moisture content within our homes.
Preventing moisture build up and/or drying out your home
• Install a home ventilation system of some kind.
• Crack the windows a little during the day to allow a bit of cool air to flow through your home. North facing windows are best.
• Get a dehumidifier. Emptying this once a day (or more!) will really open your eyes to how much moisture is in your home. Remember the science though, you need to warm the air (and thus the moisture in it) before the dehumidifier can suck it in and remove it.
• Pop a DampRid moisture absorber container on the windowsill behind the curtains.
• Install a ShowerDome and extractor fan in the bathroom.
• Make sure your clothes dryer is vented to the outside.
• Install a rangehood in the kitchen and use lids on pots and pans.
• Change the curtain rail brackets to 80 or 100mm so the curtains are further from the walls and the windows allowing for more air circulation. Bear in mind however, this will likely lower their thermal insulating capabilities.
• Invest in double-glazing. Although this does not prevent mildew it can work to slow the onset.
• Minimise what mould growth feeds on. Clean soft furnishings regularly, clean windows and wipe down window surrounds with warm soapy water.
Check plumbing for leaks.
• Maintaining an even inside temperature throughout the house helps stop moist air from condensing.
• Insulate well. Start with the ceilings and under floor as a priority, then the walls.
• Close curtains/blinds as soon as the sun goes down.
Don’t worry if it’s too late - Curtain Clean can treat and remove mould and mildew from your curtains. Call us on 0800 579 0501 or visit curtainclean.co.nz to find out more.
Dear neighbours,
You have just a few more days to send your entries for our Houseplant Hero competition. You could win some great prizes and of course, more houseplanst!
Hi all - our offices and studios are closed this week, due to Covid.
We will attempt to answer any enquires, but could you refrain from any direct contact while our staff recover. Please respect the rest and recuperation required of our staff.
Our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. … View moreHi all - our offices and studios are closed this week, due to Covid.
We will attempt to answer any enquires, but could you refrain from any direct contact while our staff recover. Please respect the rest and recuperation required of our staff.
Our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. We intend to be open again next Monday 27 June.
Thank you
Todd and the team.
This lovely hair grooming set I bought and never used. Reason for selling is that I cut my hair short . Pick up in Levin. Please phone me on 021 08765059.
Our House of the Week this week is an exceptionally spacious family home on a lovely lifestyle block, very close to Wellington City. For sale through Mike Wynne-Jones from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of this weeks Homed!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion… View moreOur House of the Week this week is an exceptionally spacious family home on a lovely lifestyle block, very close to Wellington City. For sale through Mike Wynne-Jones from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of this weeks Homed!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
Put aside those chores this Saturday (25 June) and come to our Demonstration Day showing arts and crafts in action from 10.00am to 2.00pm in our rooms, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line). A great opportunity to find out what we do and what you may be interested in.
See you … View morePut aside those chores this Saturday (25 June) and come to our Demonstration Day showing arts and crafts in action from 10.00am to 2.00pm in our rooms, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line). A great opportunity to find out what we do and what you may be interested in.
See you there!
This Matariki weekend is Wellington Zoo’s final Welcome Weekend for 2022, with $5 Adult and $2 Child tickets (+ small booking fee) available online now for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
At Wellington Zoo we are very proud to be an integral part of the Wellington community for the last 116 … View moreThis Matariki weekend is Wellington Zoo’s final Welcome Weekend for 2022, with $5 Adult and $2 Child tickets (+ small booking fee) available online now for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
At Wellington Zoo we are very proud to be an integral part of the Wellington community for the last 116 years and appreciate the support from our community. We’d love to welcome you and your whānau this weekend, so book your tickets now.
Frozen Fresh Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Mike & Anna's Tomorrow's Meals brand Lamb Hotpot due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten). People with a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten, … View moreFrozen Fresh Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Mike & Anna's Tomorrow's Meals brand Lamb Hotpot due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten). People with a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten, this recall does not affect you.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
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