Takaro, Palmerston North

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1555 days ago

A guide to mandatory mask use during Covid-19 level 2 and beyond

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?

Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.

Click here to read more.

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1555 days ago

CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME AND FIBROMYALGIA SUFFERERS

Sharyn from Hokowhitu

Join us for coffee on Tuesday, Sept 1st, at 1.30pm in Cafe Esplanade. Plenty of free parking and a warm welcoming atmosphere.
Share your experiences with people who understand your issues.

1555 days ago

C'mon Manawatu!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Manawatu and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.

Who’s your Local Hero? Go.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1555 days ago

Pet Play Pen (Lightly used)

Tracy from Hokowhitu

Pet Play Pen (80 x 80CM - 8pcs by Bingo)
Almost new as we had to re-home our pup.
• allows you to keep pets in/outdoors while ensuring their safety.
• Multi-configuration design
• high quality galvanised metal
• no sharp edges
• Easy-access door with latches
• no tools needed … View more
Pet Play Pen (80 x 80CM - 8pcs by Bingo)
Almost new as we had to re-home our pup.
• allows you to keep pets in/outdoors while ensuring their safety.
• Multi-configuration design
• high quality galvanised metal
• no sharp edges
• Easy-access door with latches
• no tools needed for assembly
• easy storage

Price: $120

1555 days ago

Small Business funding to Beat 2020

Prospa

Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View more
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Apply Now

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1555 days ago

Beautiful Thomas & Friends Set - NEW

Inbal from Hokowhitu

Beautiful Thomas & Friends Set - NEW.
(non-smoking home).

Price: $25

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1555 days ago

LOL Under Wraps - NEW

Inbal from Hokowhitu

LOL Under Wraps - NEW. (non-smoking home)

Price: $30

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1556 days ago

Beautiful Ball Popper of Playskool - NEW

Inbal from Hokowhitu

Beautiful Ball Popper of Playskool - new. Great for babies and toddlers.
Hours of play and fun :)
Great present for Christmas : -)
{Non-smoking home}

Price: $45

1556 days ago

Do you have fruit trees growing more than you need for your household? You can donate the fruit to community groups!

Helen from Takaro

Check out this great article in the paper about Community Fruit Harvest Manawatū!

www.nzherald.co.nz...

Contact Debra from Community Fruit Harvest Manawatū on
pickfruit@slingshot.co.nz

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1556 days ago

Did Roman Blinds Come from The Romans?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Roman Blinds are one of the most popular blind styles available on the market today, but interestingly, their origins started rather differently to how we know it today…
Created more than 2,000 years ago in Rome (surprise, surprise!), essentially the concept of the Roman blind still remains the … View more
Roman Blinds are one of the most popular blind styles available on the market today, but interestingly, their origins started rather differently to how we know it today…
Created more than 2,000 years ago in Rome (surprise, surprise!), essentially the concept of the Roman blind still remains the same today – to provide a simple solution to an everyday problem.

Introduced to The Eternal City in the ancient times, during the construction of the Colosseum, the Roman blind was invented out of pure necessity. Dust was constantly kicked up from the horse-drawn carriages and masonry remnants from the creation of the Colosseum, which was a nuisance and a huge inconvenience when windows were opened. Therefore, hanging a damp cloth from the windows seemed a natural solution to stop the dust from entering the home.

Once the blind (damp cloth) was well established in the home, it was soon discovered that as well as keeping the dust outside, it was also very useful in protecting against the very hot, Mediterranean sun and keeping their homes cooler.

The Romans are known for their love of elaborate decorations and the development of the Roman blind confirms this. They soon turned the damp cloths into ornate furnishing, with various patterns and colours to choose from, and once this was well established in the homes of many Romans, it became widespread throughout the whole Empire.

Following this, the strip of material then incorporated a drawstring, in order to lower and raise the blind as and when needed. The most common design of cord slats that interlinked is typical of Roman creativity, which came much earlier than even the simplistic roller blind.
Roman blinds remain a popular choice in modern homes. They’re available in a wide variety of styles and may be made from a range of materials, including bamboo, hemp, silk, reinforced cotton and other fabrics.

Roman blinds should be deep cleaned periodically. Unfortunately, they’re heavy and unwieldy to work with – and that’s where we come in. We can clean and repair your roman blinds – see out website if you’re interested in finding out more.

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1556 days ago

Do you know an amazing gardener helping their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View more
Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.

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1556 days ago

Auckland lockdown extended until Sunday, rest of country to stay at level 2

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View more
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.

On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.

Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.

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1560 days ago

Key tips for a warmer, drier home – 4/9 – Condensation

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Sometimes after a really cold night, water condenses on the windows and walls.
Wipe off any water that has collected (condensation) on walls and on the inside of windows so the house doesn’t stay cold and damp, or start to grow mould.
Damp air is more expensive to heat, dry air is easier and … View more
Sometimes after a really cold night, water condenses on the windows and walls.
Wipe off any water that has collected (condensation) on walls and on the inside of windows so the house doesn’t stay cold and damp, or start to grow mould.
Damp air is more expensive to heat, dry air is easier and cheaper to heat.


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1557 days ago

Need some fresh fruit and vege?

Amy Houben from

Hey there Neighbours!

Below are the contents of each Food{Together} box available this Thursday the 27th of August for pick-up or delivery.

Orders must be in by midnight (Monday) TONIGHT.

This weeks $40 Whanau box includes:
Broccoli, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Beans,
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Hey there Neighbours!

Below are the contents of each Food{Together} box available this Thursday the 27th of August for pick-up or delivery.

Orders must be in by midnight (Monday) TONIGHT.

This weeks $40 Whanau box includes:
Broccoli, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Beans,
Capsicum, Bananas, Oranges, Kiwifruit Gold


This weeks $25 Kai box includes:

Broccoli, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Beans, Bananas, Oranges, Kiwifruit Gold

This weeks $15 Value Box includes:

Broccoli, Lettuce, Carrots, Potato, Apples, Oranges

Order now at www.foodtogether.co.nz....

Amy

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1557 days ago

Do you have a DIY (or DIY disaster) dad?

Resene

Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our fun spot prizes.

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe … View more
Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our fun spot prizes.

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way, we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this father's day.

Entries close 6 September 2020. Winner will be notified by email. Prize includes $1000 Resene voucher and other goodies from Resene.
Enter here!

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