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806 days ago

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807 days ago

United Nations Day

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

On 24 October each year, the United Nations celebrates its own “birthday”, which took place when the UN Charter was finally officially and fully ratified on 24 October, 1945.
People come together and celebrate the day with pomp and show in various cities in different countries. National … View more
On 24 October each year, the United Nations celebrates its own “birthday”, which took place when the UN Charter was finally officially and fully ratified on 24 October, 1945.
People come together and celebrate the day with pomp and show in various cities in different countries. National costumes, flags, speeches, slogans, and parades are organised to mark the day and promote the idea of diversity and unity.

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808 days ago

Inbox Inspiration for Sowing & Growing

Yates

Yates has been guiding gardeners for quite a while now (nearly 140 years), so we’ve learned a few crafty garden tricks along the way. We’re sharing our email newsletter, packed with our special Yates blend of leading-edge horticulture and old-school garden tips, fresh every month.

Stay on … View more
Yates has been guiding gardeners for quite a while now (nearly 140 years), so we’ve learned a few crafty garden tricks along the way. We’re sharing our email newsletter, packed with our special Yates blend of leading-edge horticulture and old-school garden tips, fresh every month.

Stay on top of the seasonal tasks with us; whether you’re into vegies, herbs, fruit trees or houseplants, we’ll help you navigate your way to a gorgeous and luxuriant garden. Click through to get our timely advice on feeding, watering, weeding and how to nip your garden problems in the bud!
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808 days ago

PLANTS & GARDEN STUFF wanted for charity plant sale

Elly from Papamoa Beach

Are you gardening this long weekend and throwing some plants out? We are keen to get your surplus plants and garden stuff (gnomes, ornaments, tools), and house plants and even (nice) Christmas decorations for our PLANT SALE on Sunday 13 Nov (10am-1pm) at Te Puna Quarry Park. Proceeds are for a … View moreAre you gardening this long weekend and throwing some plants out? We are keen to get your surplus plants and garden stuff (gnomes, ornaments, tools), and house plants and even (nice) Christmas decorations for our PLANT SALE on Sunday 13 Nov (10am-1pm) at Te Puna Quarry Park. Proceeds are for a public barbecue. If you want to donate suitable stuff please contact Shona at 027-497 3400 or Elly at 027-371 8720. Thank you!

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809 days ago

Chrome step stool

Annie from Mount Maunganui

Does anyone have one of these they do t use and would like to sell.

809 days ago

Finally! Our Labour Day Bed Sale is here

Beds4U Tauranga

Enjoy our Labour Day Bed Sale with upto 60% off on NZ-made Beds & Mattresses with FREE local delivery and 24 months Interest-Free with Q-Card (Use code: LABOUR22)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
✅ 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
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Enjoy our Labour Day Bed Sale with upto 60% off on NZ-made Beds & Mattresses with FREE local delivery and 24 months Interest-Free with Q-Card (Use code: LABOUR22)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
✅ 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
✅19 bed retail stores across North Island

Apply Code (LABOUR22) to your cart for FREE SHIPPING on online orders above $999 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.

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810 days ago

Inviting you to a church to call home

Life

Kia Ora, Tauranga!

LIFE Tauranga is a church to call home that extends to everyone who desires to discover and develop a real relationship with a loving and grace-filled God through worship, inspiring preaching and genuine connections with others.

We invite you and your family to … View more
Kia Ora, Tauranga!

LIFE Tauranga is a church to call home that extends to everyone who desires to discover and develop a real relationship with a loving and grace-filled God through worship, inspiring preaching and genuine connections with others.

We invite you and your family to come and celebrate 1 year of LIFE Tauranga, next Sunday 30 October. Join us for church, followed by a birthday lunch and celebration! Everyone is welcome!

Click on the link to plan your visit. We want to do everything we can to make you feel welcome!

Ps Logan and Bryar Stewart and our Team at LIFE Tauranga.
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810 days ago

How to Tell if Your Mattress is Causing You Back Pain

Beds4U Tauranga

When back pain strikes unexpectedly, it may be both annoying and confusing. What is causing your back discomfort if you haven't made any changes to your normal routine?

The solution might be in your mattress. There are several red flags to check for to determine whether your mattress is to… View more
When back pain strikes unexpectedly, it may be both annoying and confusing. What is causing your back discomfort if you haven't made any changes to your normal routine?

The solution might be in your mattress. There are several red flags to check for to determine whether your mattress is to fault. The first indicator is when you have a backache. If you have back discomfort when you first wake up, but you can stretch it away in 15-30 minutes, your mattress is doing more damage than good.

Also, if you find yourself waking up more frequently or tossing and turning in bed, this should be another red flag. Even if you do not suffer from back problems, you should change your mattress every eight to ten years for a healthier lifestyle and better sleep quality.

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811 days ago

Happy Halloween

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

It’s everyone’s favourite October holiday. That time of year when you decorate your home with spiders and dress up in costumes. Have a spookylicious night!

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811 days ago

Finally! Our Labour Day Bed Sale is here

Beds4U

A good night’s sleep, you deserve it!

Enjoy our 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 with up to 60% off on NZ-made Beds & Mattresses with 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲* and 24 Months Interest-Free with Q Card (Use … View more
A good night’s sleep, you deserve it!

Enjoy our 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 with up to 60% off on NZ-made Beds & Mattresses with 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲* and 24 Months Interest-Free with Q Card (Use code:𝑳𝑨𝑩𝑶𝑼𝑹22)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
- 100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
- 19 stores across North Island

We have the bed for you @ BEDS 4 U...Your Local Sleep Experts

Apply Code (𝑳𝑨𝑩𝑶𝑼𝑹22) to your cart for Free Shipping on online orders above $999 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last. 24 Months Interest-Free with Q Card: Read T's & C's here
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812 days ago

Growing Your Own Linen

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Linen has been used for thousands of years for clothes, beding and furnishings. It is loved for its soft and cool feel. It is a very strong and durable material which will last much longer than other alternatives, like cotton. Growing your own linen may see overwhelming, but it helps to break it … View moreLinen has been used for thousands of years for clothes, beding and furnishings. It is loved for its soft and cool feel. It is a very strong and durable material which will last much longer than other alternatives, like cotton. Growing your own linen may see overwhelming, but it helps to break it down into manageable steps. 
 
Plant 1 kg. fibre flax seed in a 6m x 6m plot
One plot will give you enough fibre to make a shirt from line (long linen fibres) and tow to weave a couple of towels.  Your actual yield will depend on growing conditions, how well you weed the plot and how perfect your retting and hackling techniques are.
Broadcast the seed thickly, over well tilled ground and then walk on it to firm the seed in.

Weed it well about 4 weeks after planting.
Your flax will take about 2 weeks to germinate in a cool, wet spring.  When it reaches just over 5cm in height you should walk into the plot and weed it well.  You can step on the plants without damaging them when they are between 5cm and 30cm tall.

Admire the blue flax flowers as the linen grows
Once the bed has been weeded well, you can just admire it as it grows.  About 60 days from planting the flowers start to open.  It is very beautiful watching the blue flowers swaying in the breeze.  Each flower is open for only one day. Each stock produces several flowers and each flower turns into a seed boll with 6 to 8 seeds.


100 days after planting, harvest the flax
The stocks of flax will be 2/3rds yellow and 1/3rd still green when it is ready to harvest.  The flowering will be finished and each slender flax plant will have 4 to 6 seed bolls.  You harvest the flax by hand, by pulling each plant out by the roots.  Toss the weeds and place the stems of flax in order.  Tie into bundles (shooks) about 30cm across, using strong twine.

See the whole method here: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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812 days ago

Pig scraps

Sharon from Welcome Bay

Hi I work for a small rest home in Matua and up till recently we had a person pick up our food scraps for their pigs. They no longer require them so once again we have food scraps available to anyone that is interested please contact Sharon 027 7722 658

Free

813 days ago

Wisdom teeth removal

Julia from Papamoa Beach

Can anyone recommend the least expensive option for a young adult to remove wisdom teeth?

812 days ago

There's still time (just!) to send in your basil recipe

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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