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Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!
Find out how to create your own.
At the Graeme Dingle Foundation we empower tamariki and rangatahi to overcome life's obstacles. Our programmes build resilience and open young eyes to new possibilities.
Please donate today.
What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun … View moreWhat educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun family holiday.
Don’t forget to have some down time as well!
Masters Study
Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori,… View moreMasters Study
Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.
Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.
My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
We are in a new era of change and an adaptable workforce is the best asset you can have. The right capability can open up massive opportunities for your business.
You may already have ambitious plans. So how do you build capability? By giving staff the opportunity to turn hidden talents into … View moreWe are in a new era of change and an adaptable workforce is the best asset you can have. The right capability can open up massive opportunities for your business.
You may already have ambitious plans. So how do you build capability? By giving staff the opportunity to turn hidden talents into new skills!
But it’s hard to know where to start, or even where to turn for advice. That’s where Competenz can help. We’re your industry training partner, turning talent into capability.
The team at Bob Owens are helping residents feel safe, secure and at home.
Read about the team below.
What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View moreIf seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.
Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.
Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!
We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.
Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo … View moreNgā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!
We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.
Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo āpōpō!
Embrace a Modernist aesthetic with this simple chair decorated with Resene products.
Find out how to create your own.
This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There are many ways to take part! From hosting a… View moreThis month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There are many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck or film screening to providing prevention information / resources in other languages, there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their first language or ensuring local footpaths are clear and accessible.
Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re creating inclusive communities this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:
info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz
Rotorua Lakes Council in partnership with Age Concern are offering free Road Safety Updates for the over 65's. Revise the Road Rules and learn how to keep driving safely. Courses held at Parksyde Community Centre from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm and includes a free lunch. To register for one of the … View moreRotorua Lakes Council in partnership with Age Concern are offering free Road Safety Updates for the over 65's. Revise the Road Rules and learn how to keep driving safely. Courses held at Parksyde Community Centre from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm and includes a free lunch. To register for one of the courses just phone Rotorua Lakes Council on 348 4199.
A recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.
The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.
Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk … View moreA recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.
The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.
Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product.
- Products affected include those with a best before date marking of August 16 2022.
- The pie's batch marking is 16022 for outer packaging and 16023 for individual pies.
- The product was sold in supermarkets throughout New Zealand.
Individuals with a milk allergy should return the product to their retailer and email sales@pavillionfoods.co.nz or call 021 365 006 for a full refund. Any other concerns can be directed to Gluten Free Holdings Ltd on 021 365 006.
For more information, please visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.
Don’t shiver in silence! Use these 5 simple (and cheap) techniques to warm up your home and stay toasty this winter.
Quick Summary
• Open curtains in the day, close them at night
• Make and use draft excluders
• Install window insulation films or use bubblewrap
• Keep furniture away… View moreDon’t shiver in silence! Use these 5 simple (and cheap) techniques to warm up your home and stay toasty this winter.
Quick Summary
• Open curtains in the day, close them at night
• Make and use draft excluders
• Install window insulation films or use bubblewrap
• Keep furniture away from heat sources and use rugs/blankets to insulate the floor
• Use as few rooms as possible and close off the rooms you aren’t using
1) STRATEGIC CURTAIN USE
After double-glazing, curtains are the next line of defence against the chill of winter. Thermal lined ones are best, and floor-to-ceiling ones provide a good ‘seal’ of warmth.
However, it’s also important to know when to open and close these curtains to get maximum effectiveness out of them. Generally, when the sun is up, keep the curtains open to let the sunlight and warmth in. As soon as the sun goes down, close them to trap that heat in overnight.
The advanced version is:
• In the morning, have north-facing and east-facing curtains open. Keep south-facing curtains closed throughout the day.
• In the afternoon, close the east-facing curtains and open the west-facing curtains. Keep the north-facing curtains open throughout the day.
• Once the sun sets, close all the curtains (including the north-facing ones).
• Repeat in the morning.
Curtains aren’t just for windows either! Pinning a rug or blanket over an external door can help give it an insulation boost too. Pro-tip: cover up pet flaps in the same way.
2) MAKE (AND USE) DRAFT EXCLUDERS
Draft excluders are long pieces of thick material, usually in the shape of a sausage, that are placed at the bottom of doors to keep the cold out and the warm in. You might be surprised at how much of a difference blocking even a small gap can make!
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
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