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8 days ago I posted about problems we were having with water meter bills and things got more complicated! We'd always paid our quarterly bill by direct debit rather than paying through a fixed fee and charge based on our property valuation. After Council water section provided us with a … View more8 days ago I posted about problems we were having with water meter bills and things got more complicated! We'd always paid our quarterly bill by direct debit rather than paying through a fixed fee and charge based on our property valuation. After Council water section provided us with a detailed breakdown of our usage, right back to 2015, we realised that for the October quarter and all of this year for some reason our usage via the meter had shot up to about 4 times what we would have expected. Turning of every tap till showed the meter running reasonably fast which would indicate some sort of leak. We took to readings on Saturday morning, 1 1/4 hours apart - and the meter continued to run. So we've resorted to turning the toby off at the road - we have a rainwater tank which we can use water from for flushing the toilets, and a couple of taps are not mains pressure and toilets have header tanks on the roof for careful drinking/cooking water. A plumber is booked for tomorrow. We've also approached Council to ask if given that we had no idea there was a problem because they hadn't billed us for so long if some of the very large bill could be exempted. Watch this space. What I would say - how many Wellington households who pay their bills as part of the general rate have serious leaks that go completely undetected because people are not aware?
What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?
Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how … View moreWhat better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?
Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how celebrities live, keep you up to date with interior trends, provide project ideas, and more. Be inspired to dream big about your own space - and get on the path to making those dreams come true. Sign up for free here.
Good used condition. No damage. Light weight, so easy to move around. Selling as no longer needed.
BLACK FRIDAY SALE 25% off STOREWIDE
Staring Today Friday 25th November and Ending Monday 21st November
Only at RED CROSS SHOP IN PETONE 169 JACKSON ST
We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.
Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of … View moreWe are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.
Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of your Christmas gifts with a range of over 50 products to choose from, including our popular NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and TV Guide magazines.
Each product purchased on Mags4Gifts will automatically place you in the draw to win a cash prize - and the best part, there’s no limit on how many times you can enter! Promotion ends 8 Jan 2023, for T&Cs click here.
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Who remembers George Gee and family, the wonderful green grocer and awesome mayor of the Petone Borough? George and his kind wife always looked after mum and her growing family of 7 kids well. Often my first chore always school was to wiz down to Gees Green Grocer to pick up a box of of slightly … View moreWho remembers George Gee and family, the wonderful green grocer and awesome mayor of the Petone Borough? George and his kind wife always looked after mum and her growing family of 7 kids well. Often my first chore always school was to wiz down to Gees Green Grocer to pick up a box of of slightly blemished fruit that he had sold to mum on her daily J Street shopping expedition for 10c.
If you'd like to meet the author of this wonderful new book about Jackson Street and get your own signed copy, Nik Zangouropoulos, will be at Artspace Gallery on the Petone Forseshore, 223 The Esplanade. to sign copies of his new book between 1 - 2pm today.
The book features many delightful stories of special stores and people that helped make Jackson Street what it is today.
Copies also available from Schrödinger’s Books 137 Jackson Street
anyone know what has been done to NZ cream? I can no longer whip any cream brand to thicken. Tried Pam's, went to Meadow Fresh, then Anchor. None will thicken. I've been whipping cream for 50 years with no problems until this year? Have they gone all American and diluted or powdered, or … View moreanyone know what has been done to NZ cream? I can no longer whip any cream brand to thicken. Tried Pam's, went to Meadow Fresh, then Anchor. None will thicken. I've been whipping cream for 50 years with no problems until this year? Have they gone all American and diluted or powdered, or what? Anyone know? Bring back kiwi cream I say!!
BLACK FRIDAY SALE, 25% off all our donated stock STOREWIDE !!!!
Starting Today Friday 25th November and Ending Monday 28th November
Only at RED CROSS SHOP IN PETONE 169 JACKSON ST
This Saturday from 4 pm - 9 pm we'll be at Miramar night market selling doughnuts and stuffed focaccia.
Outside of our area, I know but if we have anything left we'll put a post on social media and deliver to the Northern suburbs as we've been doing with other markets.
On Monday, 21 November, the Supreme Court ruled that preventing 16 and 17-year-olds from voting is 'unjustified age discrimination'.
The current age of voting is 18 in New Zealand and lobby group Make It 16 have been running a youth-led campaign advocating for the vote to be extended … View moreOn Monday, 21 November, the Supreme Court ruled that preventing 16 and 17-year-olds from voting is 'unjustified age discrimination'.
The current age of voting is 18 in New Zealand and lobby group Make It 16 have been running a youth-led campaign advocating for the vote to be extended to our 16 and 17-year-olds.
“This is history,” said Make It 16 co-director Caeden Tipler. “Today New Zealand’s highest court has confirmed that stopping young people from voting is a breach of our human rights...The government and Parliament cannot ignore such a clear legal and moral message. They must let us vote.”
Share your thoughts below - these may be published in the We Say You Say column of the local papers.
This Saturday (the 26th) will be our last market for 2022. We have an amazing line up of stall holders, and if the weather is good, we will have stalls outside in the carpark!
Have a look at our Facebook page for a more detailed look: www.facebook.com...
Family Kitchen with Mark is offering a pick up BBQ themed menu this Friday. Our first pick-up option that allows customers living outside the delivery area to sample our delicious products.
Affordable, nutritious, and freshly cooked with the best ingredients, Family Kitchen with Mark is the way to… View moreFamily Kitchen with Mark is offering a pick up BBQ themed menu this Friday. Our first pick-up option that allows customers living outside the delivery area to sample our delicious products.
Affordable, nutritious, and freshly cooked with the best ingredients, Family Kitchen with Mark is the way to go.
Please place orders before 3:30pm this Thursday.
Looks like the moderators that posted the same fireworks poll all across the country each deleted the discussions on Guy Fawkes night (once Stuff had their article I guess).
Afterwards I heard fireworks being let off on the Sunday, then the following saturday and Sunday (tonight).
Just one night … View moreLooks like the moderators that posted the same fireworks poll all across the country each deleted the discussions on Guy Fawkes night (once Stuff had their article I guess).
Afterwards I heard fireworks being let off on the Sunday, then the following saturday and Sunday (tonight).
Just one night is easy for animal owners to plan for. Afterwards and randomly through the year by people who bought extra, not so much.
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View moreMeeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.
For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
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