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1555 days ago

Why do we love Linen?

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

As we all known that Linen is a natural fibre. linen is one of the earliest natural plant fibres that have been used for more than 10,000 years.



Flax fibre is a rare natural fibre, accounting for only 1.5% of the total fibre. Due to its natural and ancient nobility and high quality, it is … View more
As we all known that Linen is a natural fibre. linen is one of the earliest natural plant fibres that have been used for more than 10,000 years.



Flax fibre is a rare natural fibre, accounting for only 1.5% of the total fibre. Due to its natural and ancient nobility and high quality, it is known as the fibre queen. It comes from the stems of the flax plant. linen fabric or weave is produced of fibre of the flax plant.


Why do people love linen fabric so much? Let's look at his benefits.
1. Its cultivation requires less pesticides and fertilisers
Flax, the source material for linen, is undemanding when not vulnerable to pests (compared to cotton). Useful animals like insects are not eradicated and cultivation is more environmentally friendly. Yay.

2. Linen does not require artificial watering
Flax is very adaptable. It simply takes what is there and normally does not require further artificial irrigation.

3. It can be cultivated locally
That means the linen is not shipped through half of the world to get processed in the factories. Rather, ways are short and direct.

4. It has a high yield
Flax has a high yield. That means, that in a specific area many plants can grow and be harvested.

5. Flax can be used in a crop rotation system
In contrast to monocultures, a crop rotation system is healthy and nutritional for the soil where it is planted and does also help insects to be able to feed from different plants.

6. Linen is diverse
Flax can not only be used for clothing. That means, that a high share of the whole plant can be used to produce a variety of goods. This prevents waste and helps different industries.

7. Linen is durable
The final fabric is durable and easy to take care of. When not too dirty, you can simply hang it outside and it will lose its smell quickly, just like wool does.

8. It has super nice properties on your skin
Linen has a special cooling effect and is therefore ideal for warm days. Also, it is strong, lightweight, and most importantly, durable, so you can use it for a long time!

9. Linen has history
The Egyptians used linen thousands of years ago (rich and poor Egyptians alike) and there is evidence that as long as 34,000 BC, people were using linen-like clothing.

10. Linen is biodegradable
Linen is compostable and will therefore not lie on landfills years and years after being disposed. It will either be composted or recycled if you dispose of it correctly.



If you own linen curtains - we can clean them! We take extra measures to prevent shrinking and they are pressed after cleaning so they stay hanging beautifully. See our website to book your curtains in. www.curtainclean.co.nz...

1554 days ago

Disability Care Home - Resident Vacancies, Tauranga

Disability Care Home

Totara is a beautiful family-run residential care home for people with intellectual and physical disabilities, located in Tauranga. We have more than 10 years’ experience in providing care to people with disabilities, as well as providing support to their families/whanau.

We currently have one… View more
Totara is a beautiful family-run residential care home for people with intellectual and physical disabilities, located in Tauranga. We have more than 10 years’ experience in providing care to people with disabilities, as well as providing support to their families/whanau.

We currently have one space available in our boutique care home.

To access our service you will need to be referred by a local Needs Assessment and Service Coordination (NASC). Our service is funded by the Ministry of Health.

Please contact Chris on 0275303090 if you have any questions or would like to meet with us.

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1554 days ago

Dogs

Anita from Welcome Bay

Welcome to my new website. It’s the ultimate dog directory. If you have a doggy business or provide dog products please click on and join up! We’re all about making it easy to find dog professionals.
If you need someone/something for your dog - please pop on and find the solution that … View more
Welcome to my new website. It’s the ultimate dog directory. If you have a doggy business or provide dog products please click on and join up! We’re all about making it easy to find dog professionals.
If you need someone/something for your dog - please pop on and find the solution that you’re looking for!
Another great aspect of the site - 25% of profits go to a Rescue and Re-homing charity.
Taking good care of NZ’s dogs!
www.k9hub.co.nz...

Price: $5

1554 days ago

Staff member Required

John from 2menatwk

Hi

We are currently looking for a part time staff member to join our window cleaning, & water blasting team. Experience is not necessary, however honestly, reliability, willingness & a good ability to learn, is considered essential.

Hours will alter from day to day, so flexibility is … View more
Hi

We are currently looking for a part time staff member to join our window cleaning, & water blasting team. Experience is not necessary, however honestly, reliability, willingness & a good ability to learn, is considered essential.

Hours will alter from day to day, so flexibility is also essential.

All new staff members will be vetted & Police checked prior to employment.

If you are fit, willing to learn, and concider yourself a team member, please send your information to our email address below. We look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards
John
2menatwk@gmail.com

1554 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords Arcade

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Check out NumberWorks’nWords for a gallery of fun games for practicing and consolidating Maths and English skills. The games help to reinforce the concepts taught in our tutoring sessions and make learning fun!

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1555 days ago

There’s lots of ways to support people with cancer this Daffodil Day

Cancer Society

As the Cancer Society’s 30th Daffodil Day approaches you can choose to give in many more ways than ever before.

This year especially, we wanted to make it easier to donate to our street appeal for those that won’t be out and about or aren’t carrying cash. Every dollar makes a differenceView more
As the Cancer Society’s 30th Daffodil Day approaches you can choose to give in many more ways than ever before.

This year especially, we wanted to make it easier to donate to our street appeal for those that won’t be out and about or aren’t carrying cash. Every dollar makes a difference in helping provide free support for people with cancer and their whānau.”

The newest way to donate is with the Cancer Society’s digital experience called ‘My Daffodil’. This can be found at www.daffodilday.org.nz. You can also donate via a QR code that will be displayed on daffodils during the street appeal on Friday 28 August.

Thank you for your support, we appreciate it!
Donate now

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1560 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter August 2020

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Our August SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now, and it's filled with lots of handy information and opportunities for seniors.

This issue includes a story about the benefits of volunteering and how to get involved, as well as an update on the changes to NZ Super and … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Our August SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now, and it's filled with lots of handy information and opportunities for seniors.

This issue includes a story about the benefits of volunteering and how to get involved, as well as an update on the changes to NZ Super and Veteran's Pension.

Even if you aren't over 65 yourself, check it out and share it with the older people in your life.

Click here to read our August newsletter: bit.ly...
Or to subscribe to the newsletter follow this link: bit.ly...

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1555 days ago

Experience the difference

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Our guide gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle that a Ryman village offers. As well as guiding you through the retirement living and care options available.

Receive your free Experience the Difference guide.

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1555 days ago

Westpac Business Awards

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

We did it again! Last night we were crowned the 'Best of the Best' award for Excellence in Customer Service Delivery at the Westpac Business Awards. Thank you to our hard-working guys in the field and the support team in the office for making this happen. Thank you for the sponsorship of … View moreWe did it again! Last night we were crowned the 'Best of the Best' award for Excellence in Customer Service Delivery at the Westpac Business Awards. Thank you to our hard-working guys in the field and the support team in the office for making this happen. Thank you for the sponsorship of the award Peter Thompson, Barfoot & Thompson and Auckland Business Chamber

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1555 days ago

Truck Services

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

We're out and about making deliveries happen. 7 days a week 7 AM - 7 PM. Looking good Matthew, along with Allan and Jacob hard at work in the background

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1565 days ago

Favourite discoveries on NZ travels

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small … View more
Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small towns do you think deserve more visitors than they get? Please remember your comment may be included in an article unless you state that you don't want it to be. Cheers.

1556 days ago

A very special offer for NZ businesses…

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We’re offering you a Premium Business Listing… View more
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1557 days ago

Bowel Cancer – You’re never too young

Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer can strike at any age. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. But it is treatable – and beatable – if detected early enough. Check your symptoms

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1558 days ago

Do you know what to plant in the garden right now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow… View more
This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and make a feeding station for native birds. Plus go in the draw for strawberry packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s August issue.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1558 days ago

Spring

Gordon from Papamoa Beach

"The Spring is sprung,
The grass is riz,
I wonder where the birdies is?
They say "The bird is on the wing"!
But, that's absurd!
The Wing is on the Bird!!"


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"The Spring is sprung,
The grass is riz,
I wonder where the birdies is?
They say "The bird is on the wing"!
But, that's absurd!
The Wing is on the Bird!!"


When does Spring arrive in Papamoa?
Some say 1 October,
Others say 1 September,
I say - 1 August,
Why?
1. The grass is growing,
2. My Gravillias are flowering - and have been for the last two weeks!
3. The Hedges are luxuriant! - I cut them yesterday!
4. We live in a Coastal environment, not like Queenstown...Brr...!



Anyone who denies what I am saying, just doesn't live in PMA!!

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