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1611 days ago

Are you subscribing to get our free gardening advice?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View more
In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.

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 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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1611 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Waikanae Beach Four Square!

Prospa

Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View more
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."

"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"

"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
Find out more

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1611 days ago

Newlands Resilience Group

Rodney Barber from Newlands Resilience Group

We performed a community survey to assess our capabilities and vulnerabilities from a social, economic, environmental, and cultural perspective. We have summarised the results in an Infographic on the NPPA website and outlined some objectives in response. With the arrival of alert level 1 we … View moreWe performed a community survey to assess our capabilities and vulnerabilities from a social, economic, environmental, and cultural perspective. We have summarised the results in an Infographic on the NPPA website and outlined some objectives in response. With the arrival of alert level 1 we believe it’s time to engage with the community to seek feedback and discuss how best to proceed together. All Newlands, Paparangi, Woodridge and Bellevue residents are welcome to attend our workshop from 1-3pm on Sunday, June 28 at the Newlands Community Centre. Please RSVP to Rodney on rodneybarbernz@gmail.com, or contact him if you have any questions.

1612 days ago

ORCA Annual Meeting - come hear the Mayor - all welcome

Nicola from Khandallah

We are looking forward to hearing what our Mayor has to say about the challenging issues facing Wellington as part of our AGM.

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1612 days ago

Firth Keystone Compac IV Block

Supriya and Sunil from Johnsonville

Retail at Bunnings for $15.43
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These blocks are Rolls Royce when it comes to landscaping and retaining.

www.firth.co.nz...

We had some leftovers from our job and ended up with extra material that we cannot return now. The blocks are still in pallets and can be transported … View more
Retail at Bunnings for $15.43
www.bunnings.co.nz...
These blocks are Rolls Royce when it comes to landscaping and retaining.

www.firth.co.nz...

We had some leftovers from our job and ended up with extra material that we cannot return now. The blocks are still in pallets and can be transported easily (using a hiab).

The Firth Keystone Compac® IV is a cutting edge retaining wall system. It offers outstanding structural performance in a space-saving design, perfect for tighter radius curves and corners. The unit's lighter weight and shorter tail design ensures it is easier to handle, making it an installer's favourite.

Near vertical or two battered setback options
Larger units with split face finish
2 x stabilising pin positions per unit provides accurate alignment of each row or unit
Bevelled/Tri-Face or straight face units

Available in 1 colour only Rockface.

11.0 units per m2, 34kg per block, 45 per pallet.

Price is for 1 block - contact us to view and discuss quantities (0211299809)

We also have Fiberglass pins (45 per pack) @ $21.48
www.bunnings.co.nz...

If you need a hand with installation I can organise a resource as well.

Price: $13.12

1612 days ago
1612 days ago

Keeping safe

The Team from Wellington Water

It’s an important job and here we have Water Serviceperson Pari doing it, taking charge of health and safety on a site in Lyall Bay.

He makes sure everyone is briefed on the risks specific to the site, takes care of the register, makes sure everyone wears the correct personal protective … View more
It’s an important job and here we have Water Serviceperson Pari doing it, taking charge of health and safety on a site in Lyall Bay.

He makes sure everyone is briefed on the risks specific to the site, takes care of the register, makes sure everyone wears the correct personal protective equipment and takes all the necessary precautions. All done with a smile too. Thanks for helping keep people safe!

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1613 days ago

Do you need a retaining wall?

Joshua from

Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!

For a … View more
Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!

For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1613 days ago

Nominations for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards are now open!!!

Women of Influence

Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders … View more
Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders and rising stars to bigger and better things.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... more information

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1613 days ago

Just what you need, right nearby

Four Square

Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just … View more
Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just what you need, right nearby.
Find out more

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1613 days ago

Have you survived a life shock?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for others. If you're happy to be identified and share your story, please share your story in the comments below, or contact kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

1619 days ago

Building 101: So you want to build a sleep out...

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

When I heard there would be changes to the consent rules around building sleep outs, I was excited. I've always wanted a tea house in my back yard... a garden room where I can do a bit of potting, maybe read a book, or just cool off in the shade.
Turns out it's not quite as simple as a … View more
When I heard there would be changes to the consent rules around building sleep outs, I was excited. I've always wanted a tea house in my back yard... a garden room where I can do a bit of potting, maybe read a book, or just cool off in the shade.
Turns out it's not quite as simple as a trip to the hardware store to burn a hole in your credit card. If you're thinking of putting something up on your property, check in here first:

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1614 days ago

Auckland drought: Can you shower in 4 minutes?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?

Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million … View more
The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?

Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million litres of water a day.

Check out the full list of ways to cut down your water use, here.

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1614 days ago

Txt-A-Park discontinued

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Kia ora Pōneke. Just a reminder that Txt-A-Park is being discontinued by the provider, and from 30 June it will no longer be available as a payment option for on-street parking.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
On-street parking customers can still pay for parking at the meter … View more
Kia ora Pōneke. Just a reminder that Txt-A-Park is being discontinued by the provider, and from 30 June it will no longer be available as a payment option for on-street parking.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
On-street parking customers can still pay for parking at the meter using either cash, credit or debit card (including PayWave) or the PayMyPark app.
For more information about parking in Wellington, visit: wellington.govt.nz/parking

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