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1444 days ago

Stain Removal Guide

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

Be gone, stain! Don’t you wish you had a magic wand to wave over stubborn stains?


Our printable Stain Removal Guide provides step by step instructions for handling all types of stains.
Simply find your type of stain and match the numbers with each removal method, in order, for the best … View more
Be gone, stain! Don’t you wish you had a magic wand to wave over stubborn stains?


Our printable Stain Removal Guide provides step by step instructions for handling all types of stains.
Simply find your type of stain and match the numbers with each removal method, in order, for the best results. Print it out and stick it to your laundry wall!


Printable copy: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1444 days ago

No one’s dreaming of a whiteware Christmas

Smiths City

Fortunately, we have lots of other great gift ideas. At Smiths City we have got gifts for kids aged 8 to 80, grab the perfect prezzies for the wee ones and the big kids.

With a great range of products across all categories, Smiths City is the best place to visit to grab those last-minute items.… View more
Fortunately, we have lots of other great gift ideas. At Smiths City we have got gifts for kids aged 8 to 80, grab the perfect prezzies for the wee ones and the big kids.

With a great range of products across all categories, Smiths City is the best place to visit to grab those last-minute items. We also have gift cards available just in case you can’t choose. Come in-store today and chat to our friendly team.
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1446 days ago

Wellington houses being demolished

Glenna Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

When did we become more concerned about motorways and cycle-ways than we do about the homeless and the affordability of basic housing. But sure lets put in some more roads as we pretend to care about the climate emergency.
www.stuff.co.nz...

1446 days ago

Don't lock your children or pets in a car over summer

Reporter Community News

Now that summer has arrived, it is worth remembering that it is not a good idea to leave children in cars. The Automobile Association has issued a plea for people not to lock children and pets in cars in a warning that gets more-urgent as summer months set in.
The AA gets called out for about 760 … View more
Now that summer has arrived, it is worth remembering that it is not a good idea to leave children in cars. The Automobile Association has issued a plea for people not to lock children and pets in cars in a warning that gets more-urgent as summer months set in.
The AA gets called out for about 760 call-outs for children locked in cars and 650 for pets every year.
On a 30C day, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach 39C in less than five minutes; in 30 minutes, it will be 49°C,”

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1445 days ago

Fuel ‘appiness is here

Waitomo Group

Opening today at 12pm, our Outlet City Tawa Fuel Stop is your newest destination to make the most of our everyday low Waitomo price when you need to fuel up. Download our Waitomo app to make the most of our wicked prices, and spin to win Waitomo Moolah too. Sweet as! Waitomo – Kiwis fueling … View moreOpening today at 12pm, our Outlet City Tawa Fuel Stop is your newest destination to make the most of our everyday low Waitomo price when you need to fuel up. Download our Waitomo app to make the most of our wicked prices, and spin to win Waitomo Moolah too. Sweet as! Waitomo – Kiwis fueling Kiwis with fairer fuel prices.

Outlet City Tawa Fuel Stop
26-28 Main Rd, Wellington.
Open 24/7.
Download the Waitomo app via the Apple or Google Play stores today.
Find out more

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1445 days ago

Plumbing & Gasfitting work

Henry from Hataitai

Hi all I'm a Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter. Please feel free to message me for any plumbing or gasfitting work you'd like done. Low to mains pressure hot water upgrades, Rinnai Infinity installs, hot water cylinder replacements, LPG set ups, gas hobs, dishwasher installs, leaking … View moreHi all I'm a Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter. Please feel free to message me for any plumbing or gasfitting work you'd like done. Low to mains pressure hot water upgrades, Rinnai Infinity installs, hot water cylinder replacements, LPG set ups, gas hobs, dishwasher installs, leaking taps, etc. Thank you. Henry.

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1447 days ago

Metlink apology to bus users

Reporter Community News

Wellington’s public transport provider has issued a public apology over an increase in bus cancellations.
In a post on social media, the company said it would like to publicly acknowledge the increase in cancellations and for the frustration and inconvenience caused to customers.
It outlined a … View more
Wellington’s public transport provider has issued a public apology over an increase in bus cancellations.
In a post on social media, the company said it would like to publicly acknowledge the increase in cancellations and for the frustration and inconvenience caused to customers.
It outlined a number of reasons for the cancellations, including additional drivers being needed due to recent rest-break legislation and route extensions in the central city.

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1445 days ago

Check, Clean, Dry.

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Did you know that human activity is the only way freshwater pests are spread to new waterbodies? Once they’re established, it’s almost impossible to remove them and the pests can squeeze the life out of our most precious rivers and lakes. We all need to do our bit to protect waterways by always… View moreDid you know that human activity is the only way freshwater pests are spread to new waterbodies? Once they’re established, it’s almost impossible to remove them and the pests can squeeze the life out of our most precious rivers and lakes. We all need to do our bit to protect waterways by always checking, cleaning, then drying any equipment that comes into contact with the water, between every waterway, every time.

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1446 days ago

Congratulations to our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardeners of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

“We are really thrilled... It’s not just a win for us but for the whole community. We’ve just facilitated it.” Read about these amazing greenthumbs and find out how they turned a red zone into a thriving food forest for their entire neighbourhood.

1451 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Reporter Community News

Our picture this week is from Louise Thomas. Once again it is a tūī but the picture is so good who cares.
It was photographed on a cabbage tree near the Hutt River.

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1446 days ago

Santa Claus to visit Old Government Buildings

Reporter Community News

With 22 chimneys to choose from, even Santa Claus will be impressed with Old Government Buildings in Wellington as the venue for a new heritage Christmas market from 18 to 20 December.
The country’s largest wooden building, completed in 1876, is managed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. … View more
With 22 chimneys to choose from, even Santa Claus will be impressed with Old Government Buildings in Wellington as the venue for a new heritage Christmas market from 18 to 20 December.
The country’s largest wooden building, completed in 1876, is managed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. This year it will host its first Ngā Rama Wherikoriko Pō me Te Mākete Kirihimete Night Lights and Christmas Market to celebrate the creative talents of the community. Visitors to the market will experience a Christmas wonderland in magical lights, with traditional Christmas carols, a twilight market with food and goods stalls – all set against a stunning heritage backdrop.
The market will have a real family focus and run from 5pm to 10pm from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 December. Shane McAlister from, The Ukulele Institute will MC the show, and perform along with a team of other talented artists, including, Orpheus Choir Wellington performing on Sunday 20th.

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1446 days ago

Meet the stallhoders: BavariaNZ

Reporter Community News

Have you tried the bangers from BavariaNZ at the Harbourside Market.
Kiwi country boy Sebastian Nebel and German-born Lena Donandt have combined the best of what the land has to offer to come up with a banger of a business.
Sebastian says he’s proud to produce handmade sausages using … View more
Have you tried the bangers from BavariaNZ at the Harbourside Market.
Kiwi country boy Sebastian Nebel and German-born Lena Donandt have combined the best of what the land has to offer to come up with a banger of a business.
Sebastian says he’s proud to produce handmade sausages using Wairarapa’s Longbush Free Range Pork and local beef, following traditional recipes without any fillers, making his products gluten free.

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1446 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For December it is 9.00 am on Sunday 20th (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1446 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off!

Discounts off the normal retail price at … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.

Happy decorating!
Sign up now

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1447 days ago

Houses next to the railway tracks... noisy or convenient?

Reporter Homed

Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.

What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason … View more
Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.

What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason you bought there?

If you can answer any of those questions, we'd love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name and details. Have a great day!

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