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Here is a fun and easy way to reuse a plastic bottle! These are the basic instructions for creating a plastic bottle planter. Creative fun for the kids and recycling those plastic bottles? We call that a win-win.
They look adorable with succulents (cactus or herbs would also work) and chances are … View moreHere is a fun and easy way to reuse a plastic bottle! These are the basic instructions for creating a plastic bottle planter. Creative fun for the kids and recycling those plastic bottles? We call that a win-win.
They look adorable with succulents (cactus or herbs would also work) and chances are the planters will last for a while.
You’ll need:
• Plastic bottles
• Sharpie
• Acrylic paint & brushes
• Pencil (for sketching details)
• Scissors
1. Use the sharpie to mark out the shape of your animal on the bottle.
2. With scissors roughly cut out your shapes. After the top of the bottle is removed go back around and clean up the edges. Wipe clean (make sure bottle is clean and dry).3. Paint the bottle with chosen shade of acrylic paint, this will take several coats. Tip: use a hair dryer to speed drying between coats. Spray paint made for plastic can be used if you already have a can at home.
4. Once dry, use the pencil to sketch the eyes, mouth, and other details, and paint over with your desired colours.
5. Fill with soil and your favourite succulents. These also make cute containers to keep anything in (pencils, food, toys, beads) as well as colourful décor for your kids’ room.
We hope you enjoyed our tutorial and if you make a one we would love to see a picture!
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Almost new, still have embossing on tread, changed back to original specification tyres for my car.
285/30ZR20 99Y XL These tyres are directional and were on rear of a rear wheel drive car.
Pick up in Wadestown, if want to bid and not able to collect must organise own collection and I will … View moreAlmost new, still have embossing on tread, changed back to original specification tyres for my car.
285/30ZR20 99Y XL These tyres are directional and were on rear of a rear wheel drive car.
Pick up in Wadestown, if want to bid and not able to collect must organise own collection and I will ensure make myself available.
Any questions please ask.
Purchased in February 2019 so a bit of warranty left.
Been stored in case so no scratches or marks. Is used.
Screen no cracks.
Will be reset and needs to get a new number when purchase.
Comes with unused charger, lightening cable and head phones.
Also in original box.
Actual colour is space grey.
… View morePurchased in February 2019 so a bit of warranty left.
Been stored in case so no scratches or marks. Is used.
Screen no cracks.
Will be reset and needs to get a new number when purchase.
Comes with unused charger, lightening cable and head phones.
Also in original box.
Actual colour is space grey.
Any questions please ask.
Will need to courier if unable to collect due to value.
Courier post non signature and non rural $6.20, Courier Post signature $9.90, rd extra $3.20
The first morning of mandatory masks on public transport across Auckland is going well, with Auckland Transport saying over 90 per cent of commuters are being compliant.
The government has said that it will consider making compulsory mask use more widespread.
Please put NFP if you do not want your… View moreThe first morning of mandatory masks on public transport across Auckland is going well, with Auckland Transport saying over 90 per cent of commuters are being compliant.
The government has said that it will consider making compulsory mask use more widespread.
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Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga proudly presents Old Government Buildings Ngā Rama Wherikoriko Pō me Te Mākete Kirihimete Night Lights and Christmas Market
Gates open at 5pm
Friday 18, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December
Join us over three nights as we light up New Zealand's largest… View moreHeritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga proudly presents Old Government Buildings Ngā Rama Wherikoriko Pō me Te Mākete Kirihimete Night Lights and Christmas Market
Gates open at 5pm
Friday 18, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December
Join us over three nights as we light up New Zealand's largest wooden building in a celebration of Christmas with twilight markets.
Spend an evening in the grounds of Old Government Buildings enjoying Christmas markets for last minute gifts, fun activities, live entertainment, food stalls and more.
So come along, meet Santa and share the magic of Christmas with family against a stunning heritage backdrop.
As we head into the eating season, you might want to think about tracking your fitness. Check out our range of wearable tech, from FitBit, Huawei and Samsung, in-store or online today. smithscity.co.nz – keeping Xmas honest.
Get into the spirit of Christmas with our amazing outdoor, action packed, live animal, real baby nativity! Sunday 6 Dec 4.30. Starts at Cummings Park Ngaio - ends at Ngaio Union Church - with cakes!
Santa is coming!
To help you prepare for the holidays we're offering our Neighbourly friends $50 off a service fee if you book in with us now! (Limited time offer - please mention this post on Neighbourly!)
For a lot of trades things get really busy in December as kiwis prepare for holiday … View moreSanta is coming!
To help you prepare for the holidays we're offering our Neighbourly friends $50 off a service fee if you book in with us now! (Limited time offer - please mention this post on Neighbourly!)
For a lot of trades things get really busy in December as kiwis prepare for holiday guests (including Santa!).
If you're thinking of having some work done over the holiday season, please give us a call now - we can help!
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An extra 50 to 60 police officers have been committed to patrolling “high risk” locations in Wellington, in a bid to reduce crime and disorder.
Operation Mahi Ngatahi, which began yesterday, will see up to 20 officers walking the central city streets every day from 10am to 8pm until the end of … View moreAn extra 50 to 60 police officers have been committed to patrolling “high risk” locations in Wellington, in a bid to reduce crime and disorder.
Operation Mahi Ngatahi, which began yesterday, will see up to 20 officers walking the central city streets every day from 10am to 8pm until the end of January.
They will target Te Aro Park, Cuba, Manners, Willis and Wakefield streets, Courtenay Pl, Lambton Quay, The Terrace and the railway station.
The officers will focus on shoplifting, car theft, anti-social behaviour, volume crime, violence, homelessness, alcohol consumption and sexual assault.
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Do you want to get your property looking great for when you have some holidays to enjoy your outdoors?
We have availability now for section tidy ups, water-blasting and house washes.
Contact us now for more information:
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The doll is in undamaged condition and is 42cm tall. She is dressed in a dark blue evening gown with necklace and tiara and comes with a wooden and glass display case . There are also some free outfits from another Princess Diana doll. This would make a good Christmas present. Make an offer by PM.
Luxury handbag brand sold bags for less for charity. A fabulous initiative from Marsden Old Girl Jessie Wong (Yu Mei) to partner with corporates and donate 100 handcrafted leather bags to the Wellington City Mission's Taranaki Street store with 100% of sale proceeds going to the mission. … View moreLuxury handbag brand sold bags for less for charity. A fabulous initiative from Marsden Old Girl Jessie Wong (Yu Mei) to partner with corporates and donate 100 handcrafted leather bags to the Wellington City Mission's Taranaki Street store with 100% of sale proceeds going to the mission. Watch Jessie's video, it's inspiring!
HOW DOES WOOL BIODEGRADE?
All materials of animal and vegetable origin have some degree of biodegradability, meaning that they are capable of being decomposed by the action of living organisms, such as fungi and bacteria. Wool is composed of the natural protein keratin, which is similar to the … View moreHOW DOES WOOL BIODEGRADE?
All materials of animal and vegetable origin have some degree of biodegradability, meaning that they are capable of being decomposed by the action of living organisms, such as fungi and bacteria. Wool is composed of the natural protein keratin, which is similar to the protein that makes up human hair. When keratin is broken down naturally by microorganisms, the products do not pose any environmental hazard.
WOOL READILY BIODEGRADES IN MOIST, WARM CONDITIONS
On disposal, if wool is kept warm and moist or buried in soil, fungal and bacterial growths develop which produce enzymes that digest wool. On the other hand, thanks to the unique chemical structure of keratin and wool’s tough, water-repellent outer membrane, clean and dry wool fibres do not readily degrade. This allows wool products to be resilient and long-lasting in normal conditions.
WOOL BIODEGRADES QUICKLY
Wool biodegrades readily in as little as three to four months but the rate varies with soil, climate and wool characteristics. This releases essential elements such as nitrogen, sulphur and magnesium back to the soil, able to be taken up by growing plants. Some studies found more rapid degradation after only four weeks’ burial in soils. Research has shown that processing treatments such as dyeing and anti-shrink treatment can affect the rate of biodegradation in soil, causing an increase in the initial resistance of wool fabric to degradation. However, this is a short-term effect, typically not persisting beyond eight weeks.
WOOL RETURNS ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS TO THE SOIL
On burial in soil, wool becomes a slow-release fertiliser providing nutrients for uptake and growth by other organisms. Some have even used wool fertiliser to foster herb and vegetable growth. This is known as natural closed loop recycling; restoring the initial inputs of soil and grass. Other beneficial effects of adding wool to soils include enhanced water holding capacity, improved water infiltration, soil aeration and reduced erosion. Ground-up wool carpet, when used as a fertiliser, increased the dry matter yield of grass growth by 24% to 82%.
WOOL DOES NOT ADD TO LANDFILL VOLUMES OR MICROFIBRE POLLUTION
Natural fibres biodegrade naturally in a relatively short period in soils and aquatic systems and therefore do not accumulate in landfill and oceans. Results from a University of Canterbury study demonstrate that wool degrades in a marine environment. In contrast, synthetic textiles persist for many decades and can disintegrate to small fragments. Commonly known as microplastics, or microfibres when less than 5mm in diameter, these fragments accumulate in aquatic environments and land disposal sites where they have negative effects on ecosystems when consumed by organisms. A single polyester fleece garment can produce more than 1900 fibres per wash. Ingestion has a negative impact on organisms, sometimes causing death through starvation as plastic replaces food in the stomach. Once in the food chain, microplastics potentially also affect human health via seafood consumption.
At Curtain Clean we are all about minimising waste and reducing the amount of uncompostable materials going into landfill. Keep in mind that a lot of fabrics can be washed and don't need to be thrown away! Call us on 07 579 0501 if you have something you'd like cleaned, we can treat almost all fabrics.
We would love to hear what you think about the Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development concept.
Wellington City expects its population to grow by 50,000 – 80,000 people over the next 30 years and this development will help to provide much-needed housing.
Visit the website for more … View moreWe would love to hear what you think about the Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development concept.
Wellington City expects its population to grow by 50,000 – 80,000 people over the next 30 years and this development will help to provide much-needed housing.
Visit the website for more information and provide feedback:
wellington.govt.nz...
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