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2146 days ago

Dishonesty threatens NZ's honesty stalls

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

As you drive around our beautiful country this summer, you'll see honesty stalls, selling everything from fruit and vegetables to pine cones, dotted along our highways.

Honesty stalls in rural NZ may be the "Kiwi way", but thieves are making it difficult to survive.
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Hi Neighbours,

As you drive around our beautiful country this summer, you'll see honesty stalls, selling everything from fruit and vegetables to pine cones, dotted along our highways.

Honesty stalls in rural NZ may be the "Kiwi way", but thieves are making it difficult to survive.

One grower-family was targeted with a spate of $100 per day thefts.

But out-of-pocket growers have pledged to continue; keeping the "Kiwi tradition" alive, in spite of thieves.

To read more, click here.

Do you make the most of honesty stalls when you're driving throughout New Zealand?

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2146 days ago

DIY in the war against wasps

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Is it a vespula wasp (German or common) or a paper wasp? Find out the difference here.

Once you know which type of wasp to target, the next step is to use the correct control method.

- For paper wasps, there are commercially available sprays at hardware stores around the country. The important … View more
Is it a vespula wasp (German or common) or a paper wasp? Find out the difference here.

Once you know which type of wasp to target, the next step is to use the correct control method.

- For paper wasps, there are commercially available sprays at hardware stores around the country. The important things to note are not to get too close (these sprays can go up to four metres), and to do it at dusk once the wasps have returned to their nests. If you are unsure where the nests are, you can usually follow the wasp to it, as they don't travel too far away.

- ​Vespex is a protein-based bait which is suitable for use on the vespula wasp species. This is usually done at landscape scale as a small tub of bait can cover a large area. You don't need to find the nests as the wasps carry the bait home with them. Vespex is not at all attractive to bees. If there is a problem in your area you can learn all about the use of vespex here. You will need to be an approved user - a short 10-minute video course is all that is required. Vespex is not suitable for paper wasps as they prefer live bait. You can also contribute to our fight against wasps here: givealittle.co.nz...

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2146 days ago

How much do flash jandals cost now?

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Jandals. The good old Kiwi flip flop. When the sun is blazing down, the rubber shoe can take you from the morning stroll to get a paper, the beach, and then on to a bar. But how pricey are these items getting - what did you pay back in the day, and what's the most expensive one you've … View moreJandals. The good old Kiwi flip flop. When the sun is blazing down, the rubber shoe can take you from the morning stroll to get a paper, the beach, and then on to a bar. But how pricey are these items getting - what did you pay back in the day, and what's the most expensive one you've seen in the beach boutiques nowadays?

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2146 days ago

Gardens Magic starts on Tuesday!

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Celebrate 40 years of Summer City and 150 years of our beautiful Botanic Gardens with 3 weeks of memorable music 8-27 Jan. Week One schedule listed below. Arrive early for a great picnic spot, then enjoy the sounds of Aotearoa's best and brightest. There will also be free cake for the first … View moreCelebrate 40 years of Summer City and 150 years of our beautiful Botanic Gardens with 3 weeks of memorable music 8-27 Jan. Week One schedule listed below. Arrive early for a great picnic spot, then enjoy the sounds of Aotearoa's best and brightest. There will also be free cake for the first 150 people on opening night (8 Jan) to celebrate 40 years of Summer City events! Check out our website for more info.

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2147 days ago

Giving high-priced ice creams a licking

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
So roll up, roll up ... there's nothing like licking a scoop of ice cream during the summer. How much do you pay at home, and when you are away? What is the most expensive ice cream you've bought on holiday?

[Note, if … View more
We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
So roll up, roll up ... there's nothing like licking a scoop of ice cream during the summer. How much do you pay at home, and when you are away? What is the most expensive ice cream you've bought on holiday?

[Note, if you'd prefer we didn't quote you in our articles on Neighbourly or Stuff, please mark your post "NQ"]

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2147 days ago

Babysitting!

Jack from Crofton Downs

Heya,
Are you in the need for a babysitter for your children these holidays? Well today is your lucky day.

My name is Jack and for the past year and a half I worked at the YMCA Crofton Downs centre. Although enjoying the job throughout my time there, I had to leave as I am moving for university. … View more
Heya,
Are you in the need for a babysitter for your children these holidays? Well today is your lucky day.

My name is Jack and for the past year and a half I worked at the YMCA Crofton Downs centre. Although enjoying the job throughout my time there, I had to leave as I am moving for university.

Going off that, I have the mentioned experience working with kids at YMCA but as well as that I have a previous 2 years babysitting children both during the holiday season and the occasional night.

References can be provided if wanted.

Feel free to message me on neighbourly for more information or anything or text me on 022 192 6324!

- Jack

2147 days ago

Paying the price of summer

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Kiwi day at the beach. It's what our summer memories are made of. It's an easy and fun way to spend a day in the sun - but is it still cheap?
We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
First up: What do you pay for fish and chips? And what's the most … View more
The Kiwi day at the beach. It's what our summer memories are made of. It's an easy and fun way to spend a day in the sun - but is it still cheap?
We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
First up: What do you pay for fish and chips? And what's the most expensive takeaway fish and chips you have come across?

[Note, if you'd prefer we didn't quote you in our articles on Neighbourly or Stuff.co.nz, please mark your post "NQ"]

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2147 days ago

Free Firewood

Isabel from Wilton

Free firewood outside 195 Pembroke- pls help yourself!

Free

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2148 days ago

Selection of writing notebooks for sale

Caitlin from Wadestown

Having a big clear out and have found some notebooks that are barely used, so thought I would post them here, prices next to each one.

I have:
- Musician's notebook for music writing (looks like it's designed for piano music). Just a bit bigger than A5 size. $10
- Blue "noted"… View more
Having a big clear out and have found some notebooks that are barely used, so thought I would post them here, prices next to each one.

I have:
- Musician's notebook for music writing (looks like it's designed for piano music). Just a bit bigger than A5 size. $10
- Blue "noted" brand A5 soft cover lined notebook. Only a couple of pages have been ripped out otherwise full. Has a large blank label on the front cover as well. $5
- Black A5 notebook with elastic closure $5
- Blue Yosemite Falls notebook (from the USA) just smaller than A5 size with elastic closure $5
- Red "Keep Calm and Carry On" branded notebook, a bit smaller than A5 size with elastic closure $5
- Whitcoulls "Simple Style" kraft paper lined notebooks with coloured pages - peach colour x2, green x1, blue x2 and pink x2 $5 each

Please comment or PM your interest and I will send you my address for pickup. Thanks

2149 days ago

Get your emergency water sorted today!

The Team from Wellington Water

Make your 2019 New Years resolution to be prepared!

In the event of a major earthquake, the pipes underground that bring drinking water to, and take wastewater from your home, could be broken.

This means you will be relying on the stored water you have at home for at least the first seven days … View more
Make your 2019 New Years resolution to be prepared!

In the event of a major earthquake, the pipes underground that bring drinking water to, and take wastewater from your home, could be broken.

This means you will be relying on the stored water you have at home for at least the first seven days following an earthquake. And you'll need a plan for the safe disposal of your wastewater.

For more tips and information about how to get prepared visit www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...

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2149 days ago

Make a real difference in your community this year

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

You can make a real difference in your community this year by donating to The Foodbank Project.

Being involved in her community is important to Dominique, but her busy university schedule can make it hard to find the time, so in 2019 her resolution is to donate an essentials bundle for just $18 a … View more
You can make a real difference in your community this year by donating to The Foodbank Project.

Being involved in her community is important to Dominique, but her busy university schedule can make it hard to find the time, so in 2019 her resolution is to donate an essentials bundle for just $18 a month. www.facebook.com...

Learn more and donate here: www.foodbank.org.nz...

2149 days ago

Happy New Year New Zealand!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Happy New Year! Here's to a great 2019 for everybody!

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2150 days ago

Stuff to give away - FREE

Caitlin from Wadestown

Having a clear out so got some random bits and pieces to give away:

- Small globe ball (approx the same size as the ball of string)
- Two zip pouches, one green and one grey. Could be a pencil case or storage for electronics chargers etc. Each measures 19.5cm x 12cm.

Please PM your interest in … View more
Having a clear out so got some random bits and pieces to give away:

- Small globe ball (approx the same size as the ball of string)
- Two zip pouches, one green and one grey. Could be a pencil case or storage for electronics chargers etc. Each measures 19.5cm x 12cm.

Please PM your interest in one or multiple items. First in, first served. Pickup in Wadestown, thanks.

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