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As we start tending to our gardens and planning what to grow for the warmer months ahead, perhaps consider if there's something else you should be growing in your community such as stronger connections to your neighbours.
Research shows that loneliness is strongly associated with low mental … View moreAs we start tending to our gardens and planning what to grow for the warmer months ahead, perhaps consider if there's something else you should be growing in your community such as stronger connections to your neighbours.
Research shows that loneliness is strongly associated with low mental health + well-being. Whether you have a wide social network or prefer to only have a few close friends, joining Neighbourhood Support is a great way to feel supported and connected to those nearby. You never know when you might need a little help from a local friend!
Join or setup a group for FREE by getting in touch with us here...
Hi neighbours,
A move to free up more land for new builds is likely to see fewer driveways and garages in modern housing, in a move some say could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.
Councils across the country must scrap planning rules that require car parks to be put down near new … View moreHi neighbours,
A move to free up more land for new builds is likely to see fewer driveways and garages in modern housing, in a move some say could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.
Councils across the country must scrap planning rules that require car parks to be put down near new housing or business developments, under newly released housing guidelines.
The change comes as the Government looks to encourage development, in part by freeing up land held up by car parks, under its new National Policy Statement for urban development.
Property developer Phil Robinson said scrapping car park rules was a “big change”, but he was unsure if it was a “big win”.
What do you think of having more new builds in your area with fewer driveways and garages?
“So I would say it’s possible I might have the most plants per square metre,” she quips.
Hi neighbours,
Labour will make Matariki New Zealand's 12th public holiday from 2022 if re-elected, Jacinda Ardern has announced.
The new winter public holiday would fall at some point during the Matariki period, with an expectation that it would always happen on either a Monday or a Friday.… View moreHi neighbours,
Labour will make Matariki New Zealand's 12th public holiday from 2022 if re-elected, Jacinda Ardern has announced.
The new winter public holiday would fall at some point during the Matariki period, with an expectation that it would always happen on either a Monday or a Friday.
The policy announcement follows a series of public campaigns for Matariki, which acts as the Māori New Year, to be recognised.
We want to hear your thoughts about Matariki becoming a public holiday. Do you support the idea, or are you against it? Perhaps you have a counter proposal.
Share your thoughts here.
You or someone you know, is looking for this flat... just one block from the beach 🏄♂️ 🌊 🏖 and one block from Papamoa Plaza.
We have a fully self contained flat available for rent 1st of September. It would also suit well as a rented office space, due to its layout and central … View moreYou or someone you know, is looking for this flat... just one block from the beach 🏄♂️ 🌊 🏖 and one block from Papamoa Plaza.
We have a fully self contained flat available for rent 1st of September. It would also suit well as a rented office space, due to its layout and central location to Papamoa.
It can come empty or fully furnished.
Available until mid-November.
Suitable for a single or couple. No dogs.
References required if we don’t already know you 😉
$240 per week inc. reasonable usage of power and fibre internet.
Private message for more photos and answers to questions.
Unravelling textile testing - Colourfastness
Colourfastness is one of four key topics (others include Abrasion Resistance, Pilling, Seam Slippage) that we are covering to provide some background as to how we test and why.
Test results provide us with critical information about textile’s … View moreUnravelling textile testing - Colourfastness
Colourfastness is one of four key topics (others include Abrasion Resistance, Pilling, Seam Slippage) that we are covering to provide some background as to how we test and why.
Test results provide us with critical information about textile’s durability and suitability for certain applications. We externally test all James Dunlop and Mokum textiles in Melbourne at a highly reputable laboratory who are amongst the most conservative and stringent in the world, due to the extremely harsh environmental conditions we face here in Australia and New Zealand.
We have gathered a number of frequently asked questions relating to colourfastness so we asked our Mokum studio designers Stephanie Moffitt and Annie Moir to share their expert knowledge.
One of the most important textile tests is that of colourfastness.
Simply put, a colourfastness test measures how well a textile will resist or withstand fading. Fading typically means a change in colour which may be a change in hue, depth or brightness of colour. We perform a range of different colourfastness tests when developing a new textile, we test its resistance to fading against UV light, as well as washing / dry cleaning and also rubbing.
Can you briefly outline the colourfastness to washing/ laundering test?
Colourfastness to washing and/or dry cleaning measures a fabrics ability to withstand fading or colour loss from laundering. The test replicates specific cleaning methods then measures any colour loss against a set of five grey scales, creating a result (1 being least colourfast and 5 being most colourfast). In this instance, a result of 4-5 is the result we strive for.
One question pops up a lot, if a product is machine washable can it be spot cleaned?
We would always approach spot cleaning with water or a cleaning product with caution. Most of our washable textiles are rating as delicate or gentle washing which means a delicate setting and we would prefer a delicate washing liquid. Whereas spot clean tends to be more localised and more aggressive. If spot clean is needed always first try a dry white clean cloth, to reduce any colour loss as this often can remove a stain.
Can you briefly outline the colourfastness to rubbing test?
Colourfastness to rubbing, or commonly known as ‘crocking’ measures fabric resistance to colour loss when subjected to rubbing or friction from another fabric. This is particularly relevant for upholstery textiles – you can imagine wearing white pants and sitting on a dark coloured sofa, you’d want to be confident that when you stand up your pants haven’t changed colour.
With this test, a white cloth is used as a standard abradant, and rubbed against the test fabric in both in both dry and wet conditions, with wet being more severe. Any colour transfer onto the white cloth, and colour loss from the test fabric is analysed and measured against a set of 5 grey scales (1 being least colourfast and 5 being most colourfast). The result we receive from the lab helps us to determine the recommended usage for the upholstery fabric.
A user of a snorkel product has reportedly found a piece of material detached inside, which may have lead to them choking.
The snorkel, manufactured by major water sports company arena, issued the recall which affects snorkels bought at various stores in the Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury and … View moreA user of a snorkel product has reportedly found a piece of material detached inside, which may have lead to them choking.
The snorkel, manufactured by major water sports company arena, issued the recall which affects snorkels bought at various stores in the Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury and Bay of Plenty regions.
What you need to know:
- The recall affects the arena Swim Snorkel II & Swim Snorkel Pro II.
- A piece of material may become loose in the snorkel which can become a choking hazard.
- The products were sold at Swim T3 and Teamline Stores from October 2019 to April 2020.
- Fill out this survey to check whether your snorkel has been affected.
Known owners of the snorkel will be contacted by Swim T3 or Teamline.
Meet Stef 🐾
She's a 4 month old mix breed who is very playful and equally as adorable. She would love to go to puppy school to meet some new friends and learn some new tricks 🤸
Could you be Stef's forever home? For more information visit our website or call into the Tauranga City… View moreMeet Stef 🐾
She's a 4 month old mix breed who is very playful and equally as adorable. She would love to go to puppy school to meet some new friends and learn some new tricks 🤸
Could you be Stef's forever home? For more information visit our website or call into the Tauranga City Pound at 88 Hewletts Road between 2.30 and 4.30pm Monday to Friday 🌟
at the present time, when we're all being encouraged to think about our health, it's good to take note of what our greater leaders have said. Benjamin Franklin stated: "in wine is wisdom, in beer there is freedom, in water, bacteria." With this in mind, our next ealth-improving… View moreat the present time, when we're all being encouraged to think about our health, it's good to take note of what our greater leaders have said. Benjamin Franklin stated: "in wine is wisdom, in beer there is freedom, in water, bacteria." With this in mind, our next ealth-improving sortie will be a wonderful winery tour to Hawke's Bay. Come & treat your palate to wine-styles you have not sampled before, visit wineries you haven't been to such as De la Terre and Smith & Sheth, plus some old favourites!
Details at smore.com/2xdtv-hawke-s-bay-winery-tour
Today is the last day to let us know how Mount streets can work better for everyone.
There is no predetermined plan for this project, so we really need to hear from you to get the opportunity to get it right.
Share with us how you currently experience moving around in The Mount. Whether you … View moreToday is the last day to let us know how Mount streets can work better for everyone.
There is no predetermined plan for this project, so we really need to hear from you to get the opportunity to get it right.
Share with us how you currently experience moving around in The Mount. Whether you travel on foot, in a wheelchair, in a car, on a bike, skateboard, roller skates or (mobility) scooter.
Visit our website for more information on the project and to have your say.
In the market for yearling bulls? We know every advantage counts in the farming industry. Advantage is exactly what we give the breeders and farmers we partner with.
PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.
We … View moreIn the market for yearling bulls? We know every advantage counts in the farming industry. Advantage is exactly what we give the breeders and farmers we partner with.
PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.
We partner with forward-thinking breeders and farmers to enhance animal performance and improve business results.
If you’re looking for better business results, then view upcoming PGG Wrightson Yearling Bull Sales around New Zealand.
Kiwi family back in NZ due to Covid-19 looking for a 3 or 4 bedroom home to rent for 6 - 12 months. 4 children aged between 14 & 21 - very respectful, non smoking, clean living. Love beach areas. If you have something available & can help them out, please DM me or phone Alan Tanner directly… View moreKiwi family back in NZ due to Covid-19 looking for a 3 or 4 bedroom home to rent for 6 - 12 months. 4 children aged between 14 & 21 - very respectful, non smoking, clean living. Love beach areas. If you have something available & can help them out, please DM me or phone Alan Tanner directly on 027-373-6321.
We want to create better journeys for everyone at The Mount.
That’s why we are planning to trial temporary changes to the design of some streets.
First we want to hear from you.
- How easy and safe is the Mount currently to move around?
- Which routes should we include in our trial?
- What … View moreWe want to create better journeys for everyone at The Mount.
That’s why we are planning to trial temporary changes to the design of some streets.
First we want to hear from you.
- How easy and safe is the Mount currently to move around?
- Which routes should we include in our trial?
- What do you think we should change and what should we keep?
Head to our website to answer these questions and to help develop the plan.
I have dog beds etc from my dog which I would like to donate to an animal rescue. If you know of a person who runs an animal rescue please give me their details. Spca not taking donations at the moment.
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