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Hello neighbours,
It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.
Hi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. … View moreHi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. Please tell us about any acts of kindness you have observed in your neighbourhood.
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View moreCOVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Wellington – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?
Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.
Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...
Five Eight Distribution Ltd is recalling specific batches of Mr Porky brand Original Scratchings and Crispy Strips due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed.
Read More: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Lockdown and birthdays are two words that do not go well together.
Children love celebrating their birthday but with social distancing and bubbles birthday parties are no go under lockdown.
When Emery Maclean set out on her morning lockdown walk with mum Abby Vogel and big sister Avah she… View moreLockdown and birthdays are two words that do not go well together.
Children love celebrating their birthday but with social distancing and bubbles birthday parties are no go under lockdown.
When Emery Maclean set out on her morning lockdown walk with mum Abby Vogel and big sister Avah she quickly realised this one was extra special.
Within minutes the 4-year-old spotted a collection of balloons tied to a gate – and the shocked girl was told by her mum they were for her birthday.
It is lovely to see neighbours pitching in to help the youngster. If you have a birthday or a especial anniversary (wedding, 21st etc), have you thought about how you are going to celebrate it?
Kāpiti Coast District Council continues to operate essential services under this extended COVID Alert Level 4 event.
But to keep us all safe, some community facilities cannot operate.
During Level 4, playgrounds, libraries, swimming pools, dog parks, recycling centres and public toilets are… View moreKāpiti Coast District Council continues to operate essential services under this extended COVID Alert Level 4 event.
But to keep us all safe, some community facilities cannot operate.
During Level 4, playgrounds, libraries, swimming pools, dog parks, recycling centres and public toilets are closed.
Please continue to follow official advice and let’s all get through this together.
Visit our website at https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/cdem/covid-19/services-at-each-alert-level/ for more information, or phone us on 0800 486 486 for urgent Council matters
If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
… View moreIf you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.
He hopes to one day start his own … View moreWe love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.
He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."
If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here
The Second lockdown - Let's do this a little different!
Completing market appraisals allows us to stay current with what is happening out there in the market.
We are keeping busy talking to people but we are limited to appraising property under lockdown restrictions.
Why not do it … View moreThe Second lockdown - Let's do this a little different!
Completing market appraisals allows us to stay current with what is happening out there in the market.
We are keeping busy talking to people but we are limited to appraising property under lockdown restrictions.
Why not do it virtually? You can get an idea of what your property is worth and I get to let you know what's going on out there in the property market.
Follow the link to book a virtual appraisal and go in the draw to win $1,000 Cash!
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Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love … View moreHi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love to see a picture or hear your teddies story.
Collectors are still out picking up your rubbish. Recycling wheelie bins will be emptied but sent to landfill, as the regional sorting plant in Petone is closed at Level 4; glass bins will not be collected.
We recommend you hold on to your recycling and greenwaste if you can until things are a … View moreCollectors are still out picking up your rubbish. Recycling wheelie bins will be emptied but sent to landfill, as the regional sorting plant in Petone is closed at Level 4; glass bins will not be collected.
We recommend you hold on to your recycling and greenwaste if you can until things are a bit more normal.
You have a couple of options:
♻️ wash your recycling well, and store for recycling once the transfer stations reopen
🍃 stockpile your greenwaste till your collection restarts, or the transfer stations reopen
🍏 start your own home composting.
Check out our website for more details www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
#StayHomeNZ 💛
Everyone's a bit scratchy (especially the hens) - I hope all your furry and feathered friends are behaving well -
If you are struggling, Self Isolation Support Kapiti (SISK) is running limited physical support services for people in Alert Level Four. If you or someone you know is desperately … View moreEveryone's a bit scratchy (especially the hens) - I hope all your furry and feathered friends are behaving well -
If you are struggling, Self Isolation Support Kapiti (SISK) is running limited physical support services for people in Alert Level Four. If you or someone you know is desperately in need of shopping help that can't be done by family or friends, please get in touch with them - email kapitiselfisolation@gmail.com or text 020 402 86267 -
Dear neighbours,
We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View moreDear neighbours,
We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.
Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.
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