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Thinking of standing for Wellington City Council?
Come along to our Candidate Information Evening!
The Electoral Officer will be there to explain everything you need to know, including how the Council is structured, the role and responsibilities of elected representatives, the skills required, … View moreThinking of standing for Wellington City Council?
Come along to our Candidate Information Evening!
The Electoral Officer will be there to explain everything you need to know, including how the Council is structured, the role and responsibilities of elected representatives, the skills required, anticipated time commitments and meeting schedules, and an overview of the nomination and election process.
The event will start at 5.30pm on Tuesday 19 July - please head up to Level 16 and sign in with our receptionist.
Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants.
Bast fibres have been used to manufacture ropes, sacks, sails, and other industrial fabrics for hundreds of years. Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are… View moreCommonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants.
Bast fibres have been used to manufacture ropes, sacks, sails, and other industrial fabrics for hundreds of years. Commonly known as ‘soft’ fibres, bast fibres are the fine, flexible fibres obtained from the stems of dicotyledonous plants. A sustainable choice, bast fibres support regenerative agricultural practices that can help the soil sequester carbon and as a natural resource, are entirely biodegradable. In this article we will investigate four of the most utilised bast fibres: flax, hemp, ramie, and jute.
Between the epidermis (the outermost layer of cells) and the core of the plant’s stems are soft, woody fibre bundles or strands which can be over one metre long. The strands are composed of individual filaments made up of cellulose and hemicellulose cells bonded together by pectin or lignin, a cohesive gum which strengthens the stem of the plant.
During harvest the stems are cut close to the ground and the fibres are separated either through a natural decomposition process called retting (engaging moisture and bacteria to rot away the gummy cellular tissues) or by decortication (peeling the stems manually or mechanically). After retting, the fibres can be mechanically extracted through a process known as scutching.
In contrast to bast fibres, leaf fibres are obtained from the leaves of monocotyledonous plants with parallel-veined leaves, such as grasses, lilies, orchids, and palms. The long, stiff fibres of plants including abaca, cantala, Mauritius hemp, and sisal are generally used to create cordage or ropes, however, due to labour-intensive harvesting processes they are used less frequently than synthetic options.
Flax (Linen): Famously grown across northern France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Ireland, flax is the most popular and strongest of the bast fibres. Wild flax fibres found in the Upper Palaeolithic layers of a Georgian cave indicate that humans have been crafting cords and weaving flax baskets for over 30,000 years.
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We’re out to impress home owners and design lovers alike with amazing exhibitors. Offering only the highest quality exhibitors that cover a wide range of home related products and services.
Home & Interiors 2022 is the destination for new trends, products and services within the home … View moreWe’re out to impress home owners and design lovers alike with amazing exhibitors. Offering only the highest quality exhibitors that cover a wide range of home related products and services.
Home & Interiors 2022 is the destination for new trends, products and services within the home building, furnishing, and design industries.
Show opens this Friday - Sunday, 10am - 4pm daily, $5 Entry.
Met Fig, a one year-old mixed breed at the Wellington SPCA.
"My name is Fig and I am looking for my forever home. I haven't had the best start to life so I am eager for a second chance at happiness and love. I am looking for a home that has had experience with dogs before. I am a smarty … View moreMet Fig, a one year-old mixed breed at the Wellington SPCA.
"My name is Fig and I am looking for my forever home. I haven't had the best start to life so I am eager for a second chance at happiness and love. I am looking for a home that has had experience with dogs before. I am a smarty pants so would love a home that has the time and patience to channel that energy into training, which I have not had prior to SPCA. I can guarantee I will pick things up very quickly. I also happen to be very food motivated. My new home would need to have someone around for parts or most of the day as I am not yet used to being left alone for long periods. I would thrive better in a home where I have company. I have proven to be a bit of an escape artist so my new home would need to have high fencing at least 2 meters."
Does anyone have a small study desk that they no longer use to give away as my flatmate are looking for one please
Almost everyone in the world has heard of the game of chess, but what not everyone knows is that there is an entire day dedicated to the celebration of this wonderful pastime!
A game of strategy and wits, chess has long been considered to be the thinking man’s game. From its early days in … View moreAlmost everyone in the world has heard of the game of chess, but what not everyone knows is that there is an entire day dedicated to the celebration of this wonderful pastime!
A game of strategy and wits, chess has long been considered to be the thinking man’s game. From its early days in India in the 6th century, to everywhere in the world today, chess is a wonderful game to play anytime, anywhere, and with almost anyone.
Has your child played the game of chess? Why not try it today!
SATURDAY 30 JULY: Don’t miss the epic end to the 2022 Festival of Christmas - The Grand Finale Laser Spectacular - brought to you by Tommy’s Real Estate.
Greytown’s first ever laser show will transform the skies above McMaster Street, with an impressive light and music show for everyone to… View moreSATURDAY 30 JULY: Don’t miss the epic end to the 2022 Festival of Christmas - The Grand Finale Laser Spectacular - brought to you by Tommy’s Real Estate.
Greytown’s first ever laser show will transform the skies above McMaster Street, with an impressive light and music show for everyone to enjoy.To add to the fun, there will be entertainers, fire performers, and live music in and around the Town Hall.
The Grand Finale Laser Spectacular is a great opportunity to enjoy the final festival weekend, grab something to eat and drink from the local restaurants, cafes and bars, explore the Night Markets, and take one last look at the animated lighting displays through town.
There will be four laser shows over next Saturday evening, every hour on the hour from 6pm until 9pm. To be part of the action, make your way to the top of McMaster Street, in between Main and East Streets.
Photo credit: Lilia Alexander
For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.
An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
… View moreFor delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.
An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
Karori Arts and Crafts are really pleased to announce we will be joined by Rowena Fry this term.
This term she will be teaching art to 8 year olds plus for six weeks - starting Tuesday 2nd August and running until 6th September.
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We also the following classed for … View moreKarori Arts and Crafts are really pleased to announce we will be joined by Rowena Fry this term.
This term she will be teaching art to 8 year olds plus for six weeks - starting Tuesday 2nd August and running until 6th September.
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We also the following classed for children:
Monday’s Sculpture class with Sarah Dean (9-13 year olds)
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Thursday’s Art class with Julie Moonlight (9-14 year olds)
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If you have an older child and they are interested in learning watercolour, we have a 13 year old enrolled on Robyn Eastgate Manning’s beginner watercolour class on a Thursday evening, along with her mum. I did the class last term and have signed up again as it was so much fun. Other 13+ are welcome.
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Want to learn how to sculpt yourself, a loved family member or a beloved pet? Join Sarah Dean for her sculpting courses starting next week.
Children 9 - 13 years - Monday class is from 3.30 - 4.30pm
Adults - Tuesday class is from 7 - 9pm
Karori Arts and Crafts Centre, 7 Beauchamp … View moreWant to learn how to sculpt yourself, a loved family member or a beloved pet? Join Sarah Dean for her sculpting courses starting next week.
Children 9 - 13 years - Monday class is from 3.30 - 4.30pm
Adults - Tuesday class is from 7 - 9pm
Karori Arts and Crafts Centre, 7 Beauchamp Street, Karori
It is not Friday but this picture by Simon Woolf is too good to ignore. He is currently doing a tour of the South Island.
"Bucket List! I'd never photographed the wandering albatross previously. Today I photographed a few. The adult here is the smaller of the two birds, and is … View moreIt is not Friday but this picture by Simon Woolf is too good to ignore. He is currently doing a tour of the South Island.
"Bucket List! I'd never photographed the wandering albatross previously. Today I photographed a few. The adult here is the smaller of the two birds, and is apparently 35. The younger albatross is around 18 years old. Totally thrilled with this pic, as we had a big swell out there today."
Wadestown Toastmasters is meeting this Thursday, July 21, at 7.30pm and would love to welcome guests from any part of Wellington. You don't have to live in Wadestown to attend -- our members come from afar afield as Johnsonville and Newlands to enjoy the camaraderie and support of this … View moreWadestown Toastmasters is meeting this Thursday, July 21, at 7.30pm and would love to welcome guests from any part of Wellington. You don't have to live in Wadestown to attend -- our members come from afar afield as Johnsonville and Newlands to enjoy the camaraderie and support of this welcoming little club.
We'll be at the meeting room at St Luke's Church, 34 Pitt St, Wadestown, at 7.30pm.
Come along and check it out.
Enquiries: Kate -- 021 076 9626.
Leigh Tuffery is the proud owner of Bella.
"My little niece's like to play dress ups with Bella.
Bella is a miniature fox terrier, 15yrs old and very well known around the Miramar neighbourhood and local shops."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View moreLeigh Tuffery is the proud owner of Bella.
"My little niece's like to play dress ups with Bella.
Bella is a miniature fox terrier, 15yrs old and very well known around the Miramar neighbourhood and local shops."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
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