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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

789 days ago

Natural Ageing of Fabrics in Upholstered Furniture

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean HQ

‘Just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.’
When purchasing a new piece of furniture, or reviving an old one, there are numerous factors to consider in addition to the initial look and feel of the fabric. The longevity of an item is relative to … View more
‘Just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.’
When purchasing a new piece of furniture, or reviving an old one, there are numerous factors to consider in addition to the initial look and feel of the fabric. The longevity of an item is relative to the environment in which it lives, it is important to research fabric types and the specific yarn type and construction to ensure that your selection aligns with your unique needs.
Due to regular wear and tear your furniture will show signs of aging, which may be accelerated by having unknowingly chosen a textile that is not fit for purpose. However, just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.

Ask and You Shall Receive: Before committing to a purchase it pays to consider not only what you want, but what you need from an item. Perhaps you want a two-seater couch in a natural colour with a textured weave, that will look beautiful in front of the Mizu Garden curtains you hung earlier in the year. While what you need, is a couch that is fit for a couple who live on a modest budget in a sunny villa, with young grandchildren who visit most weekends.

This is the brief that the interior design salesperson requires to suggest fabrics which will reward you with performance and beauty, while also managing your expectations about how the textiles will age. Allow us to help them to help you, by sending you in prepared.

Fabrics are all different. They can be constructed from natural fibres such as silk, cotton, linen, and viscose, or man-made fibres such as polyesters and acrylics, or a blend of each. Fabrics made from natural fibres have their own unique personality in the way they age and look after some wear, which can contribute to a design aesthetic. Natural constructions will not be as durable in the long-term as a synthetic textiles, because they are more susceptible to pilling, fading, seam slippage and staining. Therefore, a greater level of care is required.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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789 days ago

Free hello fresh

Katrena from Papamoa Beach

Cancel after your free box if you like. Just need to pay $9.95 postage click link below or use the code when you sign up.

Hi, you’ve been invited to experience cooking with HelloFresh. To get started, claim this $130 discount. Start your cooking adventure today and use the following promo … View more
Cancel after your free box if you like. Just need to pay $9.95 postage click link below or use the code when you sign up.

Hi, you’ve been invited to experience cooking with HelloFresh. To get started, claim this $130 discount. Start your cooking adventure today and use the following promo code: FIH-OHVXAHMRN2DB. Happy Cooking! www.hellofresh.co.nz...

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789 days ago

Orangapani Reserve whānau fun day

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Come along to our whānau fun day at Orangapani Reserve this Saturday, 17 September, 1pm to 3pm (rain date 24 September), to celebrate some of the new amenities 🏀

A pump track and basketball court have been installed after responses for more recreational options in the area were received in … View more
Come along to our whānau fun day at Orangapani Reserve this Saturday, 17 September, 1pm to 3pm (rain date 24 September), to celebrate some of the new amenities 🏀

A pump track and basketball court have been installed after responses for more recreational options in the area were received in our community survey earlier this year.

There will be fun activities, food and entertainment, including basketball demos and giveaways by Te Maru o Mauao ki Tauranga Moana Basketball Club.

Event page here: bit.ly...

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790 days ago

Rental

Evelyn from Bethlehem

Hello neighbours
Our son and his girlfriend who has a toddler is looking to move from Hamilton to be near family and friends. They are a young couple starting out in life together. Ideally need a two bedroom unit/granny flat. If you have any available, please contact us. Thank you in advance.

790 days ago

Your career starts here

ISL Recruitment

Build your future with Independent Stevedoring. We want hard workers of all skills and experience levels to join us working on the ports, where you’ll load and unload goods to keep our country moving.

With a start rate of $28 / hour and guaranteed 40-hour work weeks, there's plenty of … View more
Build your future with Independent Stevedoring. We want hard workers of all skills and experience levels to join us working on the ports, where you’ll load and unload goods to keep our country moving.

With a start rate of $28 / hour and guaranteed 40-hour work weeks, there's plenty of opportunities to grow your future. Apply now.
Apply now

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790 days ago

Important information for Bay of Plenty ratepayers

Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Your Regional Council rates are no longer being invoiced by your city or district council. Look out for your first annual invoice from us over the next couple of weeks, which is due by 20 October.

There are plenty of ways to pay your rates invoice, including by direct debit, in person at one of … View more
Your Regional Council rates are no longer being invoiced by your city or district council. Look out for your first annual invoice from us over the next couple of weeks, which is due by 20 October.

There are plenty of ways to pay your rates invoice, including by direct debit, in person at one of our offices, at your local NZ Post Office shop and online.

You can find out more about the changes, how to pay, and when to expect your invoice on our website.
Find out more

790 days ago

TE WIKI O TE REO MĀORI

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Happy Māori Language Week! We hope you and your family are celebrating and using our country's indigenous language this week!

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791 days ago

Quilt material

Margaret from Papamoa Beach

I am searching for a small piece of fabric as in my attached photo to finish the binding on a quilt, anyone have a remnant i can purchase please?

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791 days ago

Neighbours, get stuck in with a subscription to NZ Gardener.

New Zealand Gardener

Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to … View more
Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to spend online at Awapuni.

Just visit Mags4Gifts to purchase your subscription, or if you’d rather talk to one of our friendly staff members, call 0800 624 744. Offer valid for 1 and 2 year subscriptions at the normal rate.

T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
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791 days ago

Interior and Exterior Painting

Michael Wenzel from Pictorem Tauranga Painters

Need a painter?
Spaces available before Christmas!
Call Yogi on 027 584 3221
We can supply paint
Interior designer available if needed
Free quotes
Pictorem Tauranga Painters

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802 days ago

Hi Neighbours

Teresa Jacobs from Borders Real Estate - Tauranga & Surrounding Areas

Borders Real Estate is a New Zealand owned boutique real agency business and operating in Northland, Kerikeri, Warkworth, Auckland, Flatbush, Hamilton, Rotorua, Whakatane, and now in Tauranga, and continuing to grow to other parts of New Zealand with new areas opening soon.

We specialize in … View more
Borders Real Estate is a New Zealand owned boutique real agency business and operating in Northland, Kerikeri, Warkworth, Auckland, Flatbush, Hamilton, Rotorua, Whakatane, and now in Tauranga, and continuing to grow to other parts of New Zealand with new areas opening soon.

We specialize in Residential, Commercial, Rural/Lifestyle, Property Management and Leasing.

We have an office at BloomCo located at 262 Lakes Boulevard, The Lakes, Tauranga.

We offer a flat commission rate of 1.95% + GST & Admin costs for properties listed and sold through us. We also offer a $2,000 marketing package reimbursed when property sold if listed exclusively through our office.

We look forward to meeting our neighbours.

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792 days ago

ANNUAL BOOKSALE - BOOKS WANTED

Margaret from Greerton - Parkvale

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• 4 Seasons, The Crossing
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
• Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui

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Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• 4 Seasons, The Crossing
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
• Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui

Please no magazines, encyclopedias –
Enquiries phone 5792204 or 027 2705292 or 5434418.
Booksale date, 4th, 5th & 6th November at the Racecourse.

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792 days ago

Piano for sale

Philip from Maungatapu

Kawai electric piano for sale it has 88 weighted keys, the only reason that I am selling it is I have up graded. The piano is in perfect condition, and I have never had any trouble with it, it has just been serviced. The piano has a lovely sound, in fact it has 19 different instrument sounds and a … View moreKawai electric piano for sale it has 88 weighted keys, the only reason that I am selling it is I have up graded. The piano is in perfect condition, and I have never had any trouble with it, it has just been serviced. The piano has a lovely sound, in fact it has 19 different instrument sounds and a lot of extras. $2,000 ONO ph 0212063895

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793 days ago

Used toilet suite for sale

Richard from Te Puke

As we have just replaced ours we have the following for sale. The complete toilet suite including the pan, cistern, inlet hose, connection pipe from the bottom of the cistern to the pan, seat assembly and most of the screws except the ones holding the pa down to the floor as they were reused. I … View moreAs we have just replaced ours we have the following for sale. The complete toilet suite including the pan, cistern, inlet hose, connection pipe from the bottom of the cistern to the pan, seat assembly and most of the screws except the ones holding the pa down to the floor as they were reused. I have also included a new full bottle of Toilet Duck cleaner as it is red and we only want to use white with the new suite. This is in Te Puke and will need to be picked up by the purchaser. This suite would be ideal for a second toilet, sleep out or Bach. Cost is $30.00 for the lot. Phone Richard 0274749812.

Price: $30

793 days ago

Find authentic community at LIFE Tauranga

Life

Discover a relationship with God through worship, inspiring preaching and genuine connection with others that lasts beyond a Sunday at LIFE Tauranga, a church to call home.

Come along to our local gatherings, where you will find a healthy and growing community that you can belong to. Our … View more
Discover a relationship with God through worship, inspiring preaching and genuine connection with others that lasts beyond a Sunday at LIFE Tauranga, a church to call home.

Come along to our local gatherings, where you will find a healthy and growing community that you can belong to. Our services are at 10am every Sunday at Event Cinemas in Tauranga’s CBD.

We can’t wait to meet you!
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