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Oh my Goat! We just finished reading this awesome pick-a-path story that helps children learn the power of kindness. Have a go...
Happy Mother's Day from the team at NZ Gardener! In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on planting tulip bulbs, sowing broad beans, fast-tracking any lingering tomatoes and flower-bombing your vege plot, plus check out our video on how to make sweet seed-paper flowers for … View moreHappy Mother's Day from the team at NZ Gardener! In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on planting tulip bulbs, sowing broad beans, fast-tracking any lingering tomatoes and flower-bombing your vege plot, plus check out our video on how to make sweet seed-paper flowers for Mother's Day.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.
Our crop of the week in Get Growing is the tamarillo (are you a lover or a hater?) and we have recipes from Melissa Hemsley's new cookbook Eat Happy and some super cool prizes up for grabs.
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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Having a poor night’s sleep?
We caught up with Dr Angela Campbell, PhD Manager of the WellSleep Centre, University of Otago, Wellington and she provided us with some insights into the most common symptoms women might experience whilst going through menopause, which are insomnia, hot flushes, … View moreHaving a poor night’s sleep?
We caught up with Dr Angela Campbell, PhD Manager of the WellSleep Centre, University of Otago, Wellington and she provided us with some insights into the most common symptoms women might experience whilst going through menopause, which are insomnia, hot flushes, snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea. Dr Campbell states, “these are all common side effects of menopause and can affect up to 70% of women.” So, if you’re experiencing sleepless nights and suddenly disturbing your partner with this new-found snoring, you’re certainly not alone.
If you are experiencing these symptoms, you might be interested to learn that Patney offer an effective, non-invasive and temperature neutral solution that can assist with controlling your snoring - the Patney sleep positioner, has undergone independent validation testing by the WellSleep Centre, Otago University. We are so confident about the Patney sleep positioner that we offer a 30-day money back guarantee. For further information head across to our website at www.patney.com
The UK recently announced a 25 year plan to eradicate avoidable plastic waste which includes single use products like wet wipes, which contain non-biodegradable plastic.
Manufacturers will either have to create plastic-free wipes or people will have to go without them, the BBC reports.
We … View moreThe UK recently announced a 25 year plan to eradicate avoidable plastic waste which includes single use products like wet wipes, which contain non-biodegradable plastic.
Manufacturers will either have to create plastic-free wipes or people will have to go without them, the BBC reports.
We invited Seven Sharp to Moa Point (one of our wastewater treatment plants) yesterday afternoon, for a closer look at what happens to the wetwipes you flush down the toilet, and to talk about why you should only flush the 3P's - pee, poo and paper [toilet paper].
Check out the video here: www.tvnz.co.nz...
Bring the whole family to Bunnings Warehouse Petone for a special weekend for Mum, Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th May, with a bouncy castle, Kids D.I.Y. and pizza cooking from 10.30am-2.30pm. The kids will also get the chance to meet Marshall from Paw Patrol from 9am-12pm (Sunday only).
Bring the whole family to Bunnings Warehouse Porirua for a special weekend for Mum, Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th May, with a bouncy castle, face painting and lots of fun & games from 10.30am-2.30pm. Soccer star Nathan Burns will be there (Saturday only) from 1pm-3pm and the kids can meet … View moreBring the whole family to Bunnings Warehouse Porirua for a special weekend for Mum, Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th May, with a bouncy castle, face painting and lots of fun & games from 10.30am-2.30pm. Soccer star Nathan Burns will be there (Saturday only) from 1pm-3pm and the kids can meet Marshall from Paw Patrol from 1.30pm-4.30pm (Sunday only).
A relief teacher has been disciplined for calling two disruptive students "dickheads". Kevin Grace,…
However, as we get older our immune system changes and we become more vulnerable to illnesses like flu P3 Research in Wellington is studying an investigational treatment that may help your immune system respond better to this season’s flu vaccine.
To participate you must be … View moreHowever, as we get older our immune system changes and we become more vulnerable to illnesses like flu P3 Research in Wellington is studying an investigational treatment that may help your immune system respond better to this season’s flu vaccine.
To participate you must be 65 years old or older and have at least one of the following conditions; Asthma, COPD, Type II Diabetes, Congestive Heart Failure, or Current smoker.
Study participation is for 5 or 7 weeks and involves either 5 or 6 visits to P3 Research in Wellington.
To find out more about our study just call 0800 737 883, or you can e mail us at trials@p3research.co.nz or go online at www.p3research.co.nz
This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!
Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you… View moreThis week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!
Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you and who might need your help.
Find out more about being prepared at www.happens.nz...
#NZSLWeek2018
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I just saw a post I sent a year ago, when I moved to Birchville with my family and my Hypnotherapy, NLP & Coaching business. That year flew!
A 350 per cent markup on tickets to a community theatre production of Blood Brothers is causing …
Captured on film, nearly 40 years worth of natural disasters and scientific phenomena are now on sh…
In recent weeks there has been a high number of calls from false caller IDs to kiwi mobile phones. If you've noticed a missed call from a number you don't recognise (particularly international numbers), it is important that you don't call this number back and consider reporting this … View moreIn recent weeks there has been a high number of calls from false caller IDs to kiwi mobile phones. If you've noticed a missed call from a number you don't recognise (particularly international numbers), it is important that you don't call this number back and consider reporting this as a potential scam.
Phone companies are advising customers to reject these calls and if you have friends or family living overseas, it is recommended to have their numbers added as contacts in your mobile phone, so you can identify when they are calling you.
- Check out these tips from Netsafe for how to help protect yourself from scams.
- Read about the different types of scams you could be caught out by including wangiri (one ring) and 'technical support' scams
- Find out how to report a phone scam here.
If you’re not sure if something is legitimate or genuine you can contact Netsafe free advice seven days a week on 0508 NETSAFE or visit netsafe.org.nz
Hey Neighbours,
How's this for boosting workplace morale? Christchurch boss Paul Kelly is celebrating 20 years in the business by flying the entire staff to Las Vegas for a week. Has your boss ever showed incredible generosity?
To read more, click here.
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