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Wellington photographer Simon Woolf is posting a picture every day of a flower from his garden
"Fragrant and pretty, Earlicheer, is today's Daily Daffodil (Yes it is part of the Narcissus Family!)."
Please post a picture of your garden and any early spring flowers you have.
Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room … View moreNow that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room between ourselves and patients. We’ll turn up with PPE such as masks and gloves.We’ll also ask several questions and depending on the answers, we’ll wear extra PPE to keep them and us safe.”
While the number of emergencies requiring attention remains about the same, the nature of the call-outs changes during lockdown, he said. Paramedics are responding to a lot more calls from people experiencing anxiety and mental distress.
Have you got anyone in your family who is an essential worker?
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.
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.
Two more Covid cases have been found in Wellington and a further 33 in Auckland. Remember to check out the latest list of locations of interest and to stay at home.
Click on Read More to check out Wellington Locations of Interest
This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?
"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs … View moreThis week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?
"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs or leaves that might cover the subject or create unwanted shadows. Lately I've been thinking sometimes it's good to put a bit of habitat in, especially when it has such beautiful colours as this winter tree just starting to bud up. Kererū/ wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae), rocking those golden browns and forest greens."
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Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?
"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View moreKathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?
"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Here is a picture to cheer you up.
"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View moreHere is a picture to cheer you up.
"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.
Hi People, does anyone know how to access the 'popular times' graph app for supermarkets ? I used it last year and it was really useful but can't find it now ... I really need to manage my visit times as have a broken vertebrae and can't manage standing for very long .. any help… View moreHi People, does anyone know how to access the 'popular times' graph app for supermarkets ? I used it last year and it was really useful but can't find it now ... I really need to manage my visit times as have a broken vertebrae and can't manage standing for very long .. any help much appreciated :) nga mihi Ruth
STARTING FROM TONIGHT - Stretch, Breathe & Meditate ; learn an easy to use sequence to slip a meditation practice into daily life.
It can be really hard for us to take our minds off the stress of the COVID pandemic and lockdowns. Many people around the world are finding relief from taking … View moreSTARTING FROM TONIGHT - Stretch, Breathe & Meditate ; learn an easy to use sequence to slip a meditation practice into daily life.
It can be really hard for us to take our minds off the stress of the COVID pandemic and lockdowns. Many people around the world are finding relief from taking time to breath and meditate.
Join our qualified Breathwork and Meditation Facilitators of The Art of Living Foundation daily 7-7:30pm.
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Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A … View moreNow that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A couple weeks ago we adopted Benjamin Button, now called Peepo. He has been a delight and a half, to say the least, and has grown so big in such a small amount of time! Slowly, he has adjusted to his new home and is now a superb older brother to his little sister, Namnam. The staff at the SPCA were super helpful throughout the entire adoption process, even giving us tips on how to introduce our new kittens. Suffice to say they are now best buddies."
Lock-down can be a little boring so to keep amused I am asking you to post an interesting or favourite picture.
Mine is the Baring Head lighthouse near Wellington.
It is a rugged and beautiful spot, and the light was just right for this picture.
Post a picture and tell us a little bit about it.
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We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate and give us a call… View moreEither it is repanelling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it. From design to completion. Be relieved and insured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate and give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize a site visit.
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