Mount Cook, Wellington

855 days ago

Curtain & Blind Safety in Your Kids Bedroom

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

As a parent or parent-to-be, your number one focus will be the health and safety of your kids. In fact, it doesn’t matter whether they are 18 months or 18 years, we always have their best interests in mind – even if they don’t listen anymore!

However, the home environment can present many … View more
As a parent or parent-to-be, your number one focus will be the health and safety of your kids. In fact, it doesn’t matter whether they are 18 months or 18 years, we always have their best interests in mind – even if they don’t listen anymore!

However, the home environment can present many dangers to young children. Take curtains and blinds, for example. Although they look great in a room, there’s a risk that kids can hurt themselves if they play around with them.

As such, what are the measures that you can take to ensure that they are safe in your home? Let us explain.

Keep your windows child-safe: Keep babies’ cots well away from windows and ensure that all blind and curtain cords are out of reach. This may mean not placing furniture next to windows – toddlers love climbing!

Child safety devices: You could install a safety device that adds another level of protection. This allows cords to be tightly wound around a cleat and out of reach, alternatively you could opt for electronically operated blinds.

Reduce the hazard: It is important to be aware at all times of child safety around the home. An extra safety measure is the installation of a safety device that either removes the cord loop or limits access to cords. A tension device (either a chain tensioner or cleat) can be anchored to the wall or floor so that young children cannot play with cords or put them around their neck.

Selecting the right curtain fabric type: There is no doubt that kids love to pull and tug on items around your home. While you can tell them off as many times as you like, it might be a good idea to invest in stronger fabric type for curtains in a kid’s bedroom.

For example, sheers and voiles – while they look great in a baby’s nursery, these fabrics are too lightweight and prone to damage especially when your youngest becomes mobile and wants to practice their climbing skills! In a kid’s bedroom, you’ll want a strong fabric that can take the odd pull and is also easy to clean should they get dirty.

If you need help, give us a call on 0800 579 0501 and we can offer helpful advice. We can also provide safety devices to keep your blind cords out of reach.

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856 days ago

Looking for someone to put a page on my website.

Niki from Newtown

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a website savvy person to add a page on my website 'nikiphillipsart.com', it's on the Wix platform. I'm also looking for quotes to have an online shop added on to my Facebook page please. Email me at niki_phillips@xtra.co.nz
Thank-you.

855 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

Monthly AEA Web Events
Held on the third Sunday of each month at 8:00am - 9:00am
Free monthly online meeting on Zoom with three 10 minute speakers and followed by member sharing. Anyone can join from their phone, desktop, mobile and tablet devices. ALL WELCOME

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856 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Bobbi (Silent Bob)

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

"I'm Bobbi, aka, Silent Bob. I am a very gorgeous, loveable and confident old girl. I am nicknamed Silent Bob, as I don't meow often. I am currently in foster care with my amazing foster mum and here's what she has to say about me; "Bobbi is a lovely healthy cat with energy… View more"I'm Bobbi, aka, Silent Bob. I am a very gorgeous, loveable and confident old girl. I am nicknamed Silent Bob, as I don't meow often. I am currently in foster care with my amazing foster mum and here's what she has to say about me; "Bobbi is a lovely healthy cat with energy and spirit that belies her age and circumstances. She shows a mix of confidence and caution, possibly the result of developing independence at an early age. She is wonderful company without being needy and she eats and drinks well and is fully house trained. She loves to be around, either sitting on my lap or the end of my chair and immediately follows me to bed at night. Although Bobbi is a lap cat, she's not a cuddly cat and likes only a little patting, preferably around head and face. She does also have some indemnities her new family will need to be made aware of, but we can chat about this when you meet her “

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856 days ago

Ex NZ sports representative missing for nearly a week

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Residents in the Wellington suburb of Kilbirnie are being asked to check their properties for any signs of a local man who has been missing for nearly a week.
Aiken Hakes​, 33, was last seen by family and friends on Tuesday.
Police search and rescue staff searched for Hakes on Sunday and will … View more
Residents in the Wellington suburb of Kilbirnie are being asked to check their properties for any signs of a local man who has been missing for nearly a week.
Aiken Hakes​, 33, was last seen by family and friends on Tuesday.
Police search and rescue staff searched for Hakes on Sunday and will continue on Monday. He is about 174cm tall, of stocky build with blue eyes, and has tattoos on his right arm.

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856 days ago

Popular ice cream product recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has recalled a specific batch of their product due to a low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination

The ice cream product is the Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups (4x95mL) with the Best Before dates from the 04.07.2022 up to and including … View more
Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has recalled a specific batch of their product due to a low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination

The ice cream product is the Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups (4x95mL) with the Best Before dates from the 04.07.2022 up to and including 21.07.2023.

Ethylene Oxide has been found in the vanilla cup. This chemical is normally used as a fumigant for controlling post-harvest insects, moulds, and pathogens in a variety of food however there is low risk from ingesting this amount.

This product is sold in Pak'n Save, New World, Four Square, and Gilmours stores throughout the North Island and can be returned to these stores for a full refund.

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857 days ago

Wanted - Queen Bed

Jacqui from Kelburn

Are you selling a good quality, clean queen bed? I have an international flatmate moving in 16/07 in need of a comfortable bed. Let me know what you've got 😀

856 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week is a breathtaking beach-front home in Raumati South. The pictures don't do it justice. For sale through Jill Lampitt at Tommys. Read all about it in this weeks edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are… View more
Our House of the Week is a breathtaking beach-front home in Raumati South. The pictures don't do it justice. For sale through Jill Lampitt at Tommys. Read all about it in this weeks edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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857 days ago

Sofabed free to a good home

Sarah from Mount Victoria

It's super comfortable to lie on, either just on the sofa, or on the fold-out bed which folds out easily and feels firm and safe and takes 2 people. But it looks shabby so needs a throw. I made fitting arm-covers for it.

Pick-up is in Mt Victoria, access is not difficult.

Free

857 days ago

Re-energise your morning with the Sunday Star-Times

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Enjoy an Antipodes skincare duo (RRP$50) when you purchase a three-month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for just $52. Subscribe now by clicking here!

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858 days ago

Zealong Teapot

Roisín from Kingston

No longer functional as a teapot as has a small crack in the class. Could be used as a mini terrarium or for plants etc. pick up southern ‘burbs or CBD weekdays.

Free

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858 days ago

Pots and pans

Roisín from Kingston

2 Haven (black handle lids), two Acrosteel pots (two end pots and 2 fry pans ( the larger one barbantia the smaller Hampton & Mason) pick up the lot from Southern ‘burbs.

Free

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858 days ago

Amplified UHF VHF tv aerial

Roisín from Kingston

Bunny ears for accessing digital Freeview. Free. Pick up southern ‘burbs or CBD week days

Free

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859 days ago

Terracotta planter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

It’s easy to create this simple planter using a couple of terracotta pots and some Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own.

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860 days ago

Fee Fi Fo Fun these school holidays!

Amanda from Roseneath

The Pantoloons present 'Jack and The Beanstalk' July 21-23 at 10am & 11.45am at Little Theatre Lower Hutt. A gigantic adventure of madcap fun! Tickets: www.eventfinda.co.nz...

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