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HI - we're hosting a wonderful travelling German singer/songwriter, "Carmen Underwater" (sounds somewhere between Kate Bush and Adele...) www.carmenunderwater.com... Friday 9/3/18, 8pm at 1115 Akatarawa Road. Feel free to come early (from 6:30pm) for a potluck dinner :-) Free entry, … View moreHI - we're hosting a wonderful travelling German singer/songwriter, "Carmen Underwater" (sounds somewhere between Kate Bush and Adele...) www.carmenunderwater.com... Friday 9/3/18, 8pm at 1115 Akatarawa Road. Feel free to come early (from 6:30pm) for a potluck dinner :-) Free entry, donations invited.
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First vandals melted their playground – then two days later burglars stole their iPads. Hutt Valley…
For a free meal and a small Christian devotional, come to Maoribank Primary school hall at 5.30 this Sunday. All are welcome, we'd love to see you! :)
Good news...we’re now doing free deliveries within 3km area of silverstream and a small fee will to the rest of Upper Hutt and Lower Hutt areas.
You guys can follow us on Facebook @aromaindiansilverstream Or call us:045270541
So It's time for another Census.
This year Census Stats NZ is encouraging everyone to complete their census online, although if need be you can still order the paper forms by calling their helpline on 0800236787.
If you have issue with your internet or phone, you can also visit your local … View moreSo It's time for another Census.
This year Census Stats NZ is encouraging everyone to complete their census online, although if need be you can still order the paper forms by calling their helpline on 0800236787.
If you have issue with your internet or phone, you can also visit your local CAB with your unique code and ask one of the volunteers to help you fill it out.
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Wow.
A piece of history leaving UH for a new life.
Hope I get to see it restored and on display.
Saturday 10th March 2018 in Upper Hutt!
Paverpol is a fun fabric sculpting medium that you can do so much with! These are full on, fun, creative Workshops, everyone can do it, even those who say that they don’t have an artist bone do it and go home with a sculpture they are proud of that can … View moreSaturday 10th March 2018 in Upper Hutt!
Paverpol is a fun fabric sculpting medium that you can do so much with! These are full on, fun, creative Workshops, everyone can do it, even those who say that they don’t have an artist bone do it and go home with a sculpture they are proud of that can be put indoors or outdoors.The only limit is your imagination!
We will be making a sitting woman or man (example in picture). The cost for this full day workshop is only $100! All you need to bring is your lunch and your messy clothes.
Bookings essential. $20 deposit required to secure your spot.
Please contact me directly if you want to join me for this full, fun and creative day. Limited spaces so get in quick!
PM me or email katroseart@outlook.com or call/text 021 1465 038 or check out www.facebook.com...
We've been travelling around the country chatting with people about Neighbours Day - in case you missed our workshops, here's a video from people who attended with some ideas for events!
Compost is nature’s way of recycling. Made from waste garden material, compost is an essential ingredient for creating rich, friable soil and therefore healthy plants. Find out how to make compost with the guide below and use compost throughout your garden for healthy plant growth!
HOW TO SET … View moreCompost is nature’s way of recycling. Made from waste garden material, compost is an essential ingredient for creating rich, friable soil and therefore healthy plants. Find out how to make compost with the guide below and use compost throughout your garden for healthy plant growth!
HOW TO SET UP YOUR COMPOST SYSTEM
To get started you will need a good structure or container to hold your compost. Reln Garden Compost Bins are a great option, or you could build your own, for example out of plastic bins or pallets, or create a compost heap. Look online for more ideas.
Choose a sunny position for your compost system and ensure it is easily accessible for adding ingredients and regular mixing.
Prepare your compost in layers that are a blend of carbon and nitrogen. This means adding a mix of organic garden and kitchen waste materials.
Carbon: Leaves, sticks, twigs and newspaper.
Nitrogen: Fruit and vegetable kitchen scraps, lawn clippings, egg shells, coffee grounds, tea leaves and sheep pellets.
Avoid adding: meat, dairy products or bread as these can attract unwanted pests. Don’t add any diseased plant material, to avoid spreading the disease.
A good rule of thumb is to add nothing larger than your little finger. Break up larger items like sticks, twigs and cardboard before adding them, to help them break down more quickly.
Layer materials evenly, making sure each layer is no thicker than 10cm. For every layer of backyard and garden waste, add a layer of kitchen waste material.
To help get the composting process underway you can add some existing compost to each layer. Add a little water with each layer and mix the material every few additions.
Put a lid on your compost bin to enable it to decompose quickly. Mix your compost regularly. It is compost when it is dark brown and smells earthy - it takes six to eight weeks to fully mature.
USING COMPOST IN YOUR GARDEN
Compost has a variety of benefits when used in your garden. It replaces nutrients that have been removed during a growing season, improves soil structure and increases the amount of oxygen available to plants.
Compost also conditions soil, improves moisture retention, increases earthworm activity and improves fertiliser use by plants.
For best results compost should be dug into the soil. Don’t plant directly into compost as this can burn plant roots.
The content of your compost bin should have the consistency of a damp sponge. If your compost gets a bit too wet, adding paper will help soak up excess water.
Apply 100g (approximately 10 tablespoons) of Tui Compost Enhancer per square metre to help speed up compost decomposition and keep away flies.
Had a lovely visit to the Mona Lisa exhibition at Expressions today. It was very well done. I've seen the original in Paris but Expressions bought back some lovely memories of my world touring many years ago. Go and have a look at the exhibition. You'll love it.
Garage sale at 18 York Ave, Heretaunga 7am Saturday 3 March
Selling clothes, shoes, books, household goods etc
It's been a terrible month for libraries of all shapes and sizes in Upper Hutt. Generous people are already working to re-establish the library fridge in Timberlea.
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We need your help! These 5 amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote … View moreWe need your help! These 5 amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Tuesday 13th March.
Hello there gardeners, whatever your gardening goal, there's lots of inspiration to be found in Annabel's garden. Plus, well, it's just beautiful.
Want to keep your cashflow flowing? As a small business owner you know just how vital it can be for your success. To help you keep the money moving smoothly, check out these 5 helpful tips designed to help maintain a good cashflow outlook.
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