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Hello neighbours,
Firstly, thank you for your continued support, especially over the last few years. We've been very fortunate to not be hugely impacted by Covid and have kept working and expanding. We now have four staff who have joined the team to help enhance more outdoor spaces in the … View moreHello neighbours,
Firstly, thank you for your continued support, especially over the last few years. We've been very fortunate to not be hugely impacted by Covid and have kept working and expanding. We now have four staff who have joined the team to help enhance more outdoor spaces in the Wellington region.
We've also launched a new service: 'property pre-sales', for those that are in the market to sell their property and want to showcase it in the right way for marketing photos and open homes to add as much value as possible. For more information on this and our other services, please visit my freshly revamped website: www.stevesjobs.co.nz...
If we can be of service at your property or your family or friends, feel free to reach out or pass on our details, so we can make more outdoors into spaces people love to spend time in.
From 1 July 2022, Monthly train passes, 10-Trips and off-board single trip tickets to Johnsonville will no longer be sold by Metlink ticket offices or retailers.
You can still buy single trip tickets on-board with cash.
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.
We've had a drop out on the full Indie Dye course with Margaret Collins from SquishyMcDo... get in quick. Place bookable via the Karori Arts and Crafts website.
School holidays are fast approaching.
Karori Arts and Crafts will be hosting Lauren Poutawera's ArtBrain classes this holiday and also running a one day workshop with Brenda Turner who will help beginner sewers make a cushion with a pocket.
Check out the poster for details on how to book … View moreSchool holidays are fast approaching.
Karori Arts and Crafts will be hosting Lauren Poutawera's ArtBrain classes this holiday and also running a one day workshop with Brenda Turner who will help beginner sewers make a cushion with a pocket.
Check out the poster for details on how to book places on ArtBrain and for the sewing go to www.kacc.org.nz...
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.
To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View moreAre you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.
To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
Kia ora,
Karori Stroke Survivors has been renamed Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors, and expanded to include, at least, Northland, Wilton and Ngaio.
Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 28th June at 1.30pm in Meeting Room One, Karori Community Centre. … View moreKia ora,
Karori Stroke Survivors has been renamed Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors, and expanded to include, at least, Northland, Wilton and Ngaio.
Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 28th June at 1.30pm in Meeting Room One, Karori Community Centre. Access by 8 Beauchamp Street carpark, then a short walk to the Community Centre. It is also wheelchair friendly.
We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.
Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor
Catherine Polson is the proud mum of the very striking Trixie.
"This is my four year-old girl Trixie. She loves stirring up next doors dogs either by walking along the top of the fence looking down at them or by waving her paw through the gaps to get their attention."
Remember if you want… View moreCatherine Polson is the proud mum of the very striking Trixie.
"This is my four year-old girl Trixie. She loves stirring up next doors dogs either by walking along the top of the fence looking down at them or by waving her paw through the gaps to get their attention."
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.
NO LONGER AVAILABLE!
Free - Two office chairs if anyone is interested.
Slight wear and tear as shown in the photos, otherwise in v good condition.
Must be picked up ASAP from 34 Cameron Street, Kaiwharawhara, WLG 6035.
Has anyone else had problems or are they having getting parcels delivered to their address? We've had ongoing issues due to claimed rough driveway etc. etc. I've been dealing with the NZ Post supervisor at Porirua who has been very helpful and it maybe (fingers cross) be being sorted … View moreHas anyone else had problems or are they having getting parcels delivered to their address? We've had ongoing issues due to claimed rough driveway etc. etc. I've been dealing with the NZ Post supervisor at Porirua who has been very helpful and it maybe (fingers cross) be being sorted but ... It's very frustrating!
The annual Garden Bird Survey starts this weekend (25 June - 3 July). All you need is one hour to sit and watch the birds and count who is visiting. You may be surprised at who is around! Find out how to count and how to submit your results on the Survey website (first "read more" link).
… View moreThe annual Garden Bird Survey starts this weekend (25 June - 3 July). All you need is one hour to sit and watch the birds and count who is visiting. You may be surprised at who is around! Find out how to count and how to submit your results on the Survey website (first "read more" link).
You might also want to grab your camera and catch some of their antics. I love photographing my backyard birds, like this funny wee pīwakawaka, who somehow has his head on backwards! 😂
And if you love birds, bird art, bird stories, and bird photography, do subscribe to my newsletter (second "read more" link).
The recent volcanic eruption near Tonga has created some beautiful sunsets and sunrises lately. Kāpiti resident Ken Proudfoot took this photo, of clearing storm clouds, recently on his regular walk on the beach.
If you have take a photo recently of a sunrise to sunset, please post it on … View moreThe recent volcanic eruption near Tonga has created some beautiful sunsets and sunrises lately. Kāpiti resident Ken Proudfoot took this photo, of clearing storm clouds, recently on his regular walk on the beach.
If you have take a photo recently of a sunrise to sunset, please post it on Neighbourly for everyone to enjoy.
Grab your copy of the Dom Post today to see exactly why Wairarapa is the place to be this winter! With something for everyone from Greytown's Festival of Christmas, Night Markets, Dark Sky tours, great food and family fun!
Take a short journey for a big change of scene in the Wairarapa: … View moreGrab your copy of the Dom Post today to see exactly why Wairarapa is the place to be this winter! With something for everyone from Greytown's Festival of Christmas, Night Markets, Dark Sky tours, great food and family fun!
Take a short journey for a big change of scene in the Wairarapa: wairarapanz.com...
It’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew … View moreIt’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew growing on your curtains.
What makes mould and mildew grow?
Interestingly, it’s not directly the condensation on your windows that causes mould and mildew because most curtains don’t come into contact with it. Mould and mildew grow when there’s moisture and warmth in the home, which condensation does contribute to.
Just like everything absorbent in your home, as temperatures go up the moisture in the air evaporates and is absorbed into the fabric. As they cool, the moisture changes back from its gaseous state to being closer to its liquid form. In absorbing this moisture they also take in any bacteria it holds. Repeated over time, this is what causes the nasty growths.
The difference between mould and mildew
Mould is a broad term that encompasses multiple identical nuclei and can grow beneath and penetrate the surface of affected material. Mildew is a type of mould that grows on the surface and can therefore be much more easily treated/removed. When it’s live, moulds are orangey or reddish in colour. The black patches we see are actually the hibernating mould spores waiting for the sun to warm them up and bring them back to life.
Where does all this moisture come from?
We live in a pretty humid climate in New Zealand at the best of times; in some areas it’s even greater. But it’s not all weather related. Cooking, showering, drying clothes, unflued gas heaters and simply breathing and existing all produce moisture content within our homes.
Preventing moisture build up and/or drying out your home
• Install a home ventilation system of some kind.
• Crack the windows a little during the day to allow a bit of cool air to flow through your home. North facing windows are best.
• Get a dehumidifier. Emptying this once a day (or more!) will really open your eyes to how much moisture is in your home. Remember the science though, you need to warm the air (and thus the moisture in it) before the dehumidifier can suck it in and remove it.
• Pop a DampRid moisture absorber container on the windowsill behind the curtains.
• Install a ShowerDome and extractor fan in the bathroom.
• Make sure your clothes dryer is vented to the outside.
• Install a rangehood in the kitchen and use lids on pots and pans.
• Change the curtain rail brackets to 80 or 100mm so the curtains are further from the walls and the windows allowing for more air circulation. Bear in mind however, this will likely lower their thermal insulating capabilities.
• Invest in double-glazing. Although this does not prevent mildew it can work to slow the onset.
• Minimise what mould growth feeds on. Clean soft furnishings regularly, clean windows and wipe down window surrounds with warm soapy water.
Check plumbing for leaks.
• Maintaining an even inside temperature throughout the house helps stop moist air from condensing.
• Insulate well. Start with the ceilings and under floor as a priority, then the walls.
• Close curtains/blinds as soon as the sun goes down.
Don’t worry if it’s too late - Curtain Clean can treat and remove mould and mildew from your curtains. Call us on 0800 579 0501 or visit curtainclean.co.nz to find out more.
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