Free Horse Manure
The Equestrian Centre has a mountain of horse manure that is excellent for garden organic fertilizing. There is approximately between 20 and 30 trailer loads or 100's of bags. Most of the "poo" has been sitting for over 12 months so is full of worms etc. If you want an organic manure you wont get any better and its free for pickup. If you want to take your own bags, that's great just turn up between 9am and 4pm , if you have a trailer (or similar) call "Cat" on tel 021464009, and she will load your trailer with on site digger.
The Equestrian and Vaulting Centre is a Not for Profit organisation built around the community. So while you are there look around a see the awesome work this organisation is doing for our community.
Address: 13B Nimmo Ave West (off Te Moana road)
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84% Yes
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14.7% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
Spring gardening tips
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
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What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.