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What do bees do in winter?
Without blankets, fires, or adjustable thermostats, honeybees have to stick together pretty closely to stay warm (and alive) in the winter. When temperatures in the winter drop below 10 °C, honeybees retreat to their hives and form a winter cluster to keep warm—sort … View moreWhat do bees do in winter?
Without blankets, fires, or adjustable thermostats, honeybees have to stick together pretty closely to stay warm (and alive) in the winter. When temperatures in the winter drop below 10 °C, honeybees retreat to their hives and form a winter cluster to keep warm—sort of like a giant three-month slumber party.
The fate of the hive depends on how sufficiently the winter population has prepared for the cold. To survive and keep warm, the hive must have a robust population of winter-ready bees, plentiful stores of honey to eat, and a secure hive.
A successful winter cluster is made up of a generation of bees with different physiological characteristics from those of the summer population—bees that are a bit more plump to keep up the heat and have a longer lifespan to last the whole winter (4–6 months instead of only a few weeks). The queen will stop laying if food supplies get low to conserve stores.
On warm winter days some bees will venture out in search of winter flowers and pollen. they also leave the hive to poop as the like to keep the hive clean.
Wasps and bumblebees on the other hand all die off except for the queen who will go into hibernation until spring.
Great news for our Metlink customers and community: all Metlink fares will be half price from 1 April to 30 June 2022. This follows the Government’s announcement that public transport fees will be temporarily reduced across the country to ease the cost of living over the next three months.
To… View moreGreat news for our Metlink customers and community: all Metlink fares will be half price from 1 April to 30 June 2022. This follows the Government’s announcement that public transport fees will be temporarily reduced across the country to ease the cost of living over the next three months.
To see how these changes affect the type of ticket you use, just call 0800 801 700 or see Metlink.org.nz/half-price-fares. And because we’re still dealing with COVID, please bear with us if your services are affected. Thanks, and enjoy the half price fares.
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The Antidote delivers your daily dose of good news each weekday afternoon, straight to your inbox.
Based on the Stuff column, the newsletter showcases five happy things from the news, for a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness in the… View moreThe Antidote delivers your daily dose of good news each weekday afternoon, straight to your inbox.
Based on the Stuff column, the newsletter showcases five happy things from the news, for a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness in the world.
Scenery and Sunsets in Papakowhai for our House of the Week this week. On offer through Steve Loader at Harcourts. Check it out in today's edition of 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 … View moreScenery and Sunsets in Papakowhai for our House of the Week this week. On offer through Steve Loader at Harcourts. Check it out in today's edition of 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
The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy! He’s delivered some epic exclusive deals on broadband just in time for the holidays!
No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband plans starting from $65/m with 6 months of FREE Neon and Amazon Prime with 2degrees or … View moreThe NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy! He’s delivered some epic exclusive deals on broadband just in time for the holidays!
No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband plans starting from $65/m with 6 months of FREE Neon and Amazon Prime with 2degrees or $85/m plus a HUGE $255 welcome credit with Now Broadband?
Exclusive to NZ Compare, you won’t get these deals anywhere else. Hop to it neighbours, before they go!
Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across power, broadband and money.
This is a tough one. A hint is that it was taken in 1974.
It is an historically important photo, so tell us what you think is going on?
Who knew ducks could be so interesting? Once again thanks Louise Thomas for the picture and words.
"Last summer we had a mallard couple that regularly visited us. They would waddle up the drive way, the female in the lead, and come around the back to the kitchen door to see if we had any rice … View moreWho knew ducks could be so interesting? Once again thanks Louise Thomas for the picture and words.
"Last summer we had a mallard couple that regularly visited us. They would waddle up the drive way, the female in the lead, and come around the back to the kitchen door to see if we had any rice or other tasty bits. I often wonder what happened to them, and how they negotiated the roads, and wondered how word got around in the first place that we might be the local soup kitchen. I was going to get a paddling pool for them, but they didn't turn up this summer. Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) male at Days Bay duck pond. Bird #68 in 2022.."
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Wellington bakery Sweet Release is making vegan custard-filled hot cross buns. They have been a big hit but what is your favourite hot cross bun - something traditional or something more exotic?
The Graeme Dingle Foundation is a leader in the field of child and youth development, running several successful proven programmes – Kiwi Can, Stars, Career Navigator and Project K.
Our programmes reach young people aged 5-24 and have been proven to have a direct impact on building resilience.… View moreThe Graeme Dingle Foundation is a leader in the field of child and youth development, running several successful proven programmes – Kiwi Can, Stars, Career Navigator and Project K.
Our programmes reach young people aged 5-24 and have been proven to have a direct impact on building resilience. Participating students have access to inspirational leaders and mentors that assist in providing the skills they need to prosper.
Head to the link below to find out more.
Hi there neighbours!
Get in quick! These mags are flying off our shelves in our Mother’s Day sale. A subscription to her favourite magazine is the perfect gift that keeps on giving.
Plus, every subscription to NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide, goes in the draw to win 1… View moreHi there neighbours!
Get in quick! These mags are flying off our shelves in our Mother’s Day sale. A subscription to her favourite magazine is the perfect gift that keeps on giving.
Plus, every subscription to NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide, goes in the draw to win 1 of 50 diffusers from French Country Collections.
Power bills are pesky, it's just one of those things every household has to manage.
If you're stuck with it, then make sure it works for you. We want to know when was the last time you switched power providers?
...or bar? Or restaurant? Or a coffee hole-in-the-wall?
Hi neighbours! After a punishing couple of years, we want to help hospitality get back on its feet and you can help us!
If you have a local you love, let us know here and we’ll share it with New Zealand in our nationwide directory of… View more...or bar? Or restaurant? Or a coffee hole-in-the-wall?
Hi neighbours! After a punishing couple of years, we want to help hospitality get back on its feet and you can help us!
If you have a local you love, let us know here and we’ll share it with New Zealand in our nationwide directory of great places that deserve our support.
Easter in Porirua is going to be fun for the whole family.
We have several free Easter events lined up to keep the tamariki entertained – from a colouring-in competition to an exciting Easter egg hunt, as well as a free drive-in movie that everyone can enjoy!
Easter colouring-in … View moreEaster in Porirua is going to be fun for the whole family.
We have several free Easter events lined up to keep the tamariki entertained – from a colouring-in competition to an exciting Easter egg hunt, as well as a free drive-in movie that everyone can enjoy!
Easter colouring-in competition Get your tamariki together for a fun Easter colouring-in competition and be in to win one of three Easter prize packs, full of yummy treats and activities.
Download your preferred design from poriruacity.govt.nz/easter or collect a hard copy from Porirua City Library, Te Rauparaha Arena, or Porirua City Council’s reception in Cobham Court. Entries close at noon on Thursday 14 April and winners will be drawn at 1pm on the same day.
Easter egg treasure hunt Bring the kids, young and old, for a fun Easter egg treasure hunt on Sunday 17 April at seven locations across Porirua.
Treasure will be either a chocolate Easter egg or a gift voucher for a local café or business. Visit our Facebook page or go to poriruacity. govt.nz/easter for more details of this eggcelent event!
Free drive-in movie Get everybunny in the car on Easter Sunday and drive up to Porirua Park for a great night out at the movies, on us!
Movie: Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (2021). Rated G.
When: Sunday 17 April. Drive in from 3pm, movie showing from 4pm and due to finish at about 5.35pm.
Where: Porirua Park top fields, off Sievers Grove.
No pre-registration required, just drive in to enjoy the movie.
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