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The Block NZ is back on our screens on Monday, but let's hope there are no more silly decor challenges and over-the-top reserves.
Our pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.
Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector.
Our base weekly… View moreOur pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.
Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector.
Our base weekly fee is fixed for the entire time you occupy your townhouse or apartment*, and comprehensive care can be dialled up as your needs change.
Terms like these provide you with greater confidence to live the way you want.
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Friends and family deals at Noel Lemming from 14- 27 June 2021
Get amazing deals on the brands you love and 2.5% of total sales will go towards the Cancer Society Northland.
Is your vision for the Waterfront Precinct the same as ours? Based on feedback from our last round of engagement we've drawn up a draft Waterfront Precinct Plan, but we want to check it with you before it gets underway.
The plan is based around these eight key outcomes: Experience, well … View moreIs your vision for the Waterfront Precinct the same as ours? Based on feedback from our last round of engagement we've drawn up a draft Waterfront Precinct Plan, but we want to check it with you before it gets underway.
The plan is based around these eight key outcomes: Experience, well connected, design and development, waterfront living, employment & education, environment, working together, and Arts, culture & heritage. Missing anything?
Read more and have your say:
www.wdc.govt.nz...
We're very excited to announce Northpower as our new Neighbourly partner. Nothpower keeps more than 60,000 Whangarei and Kaipara locals connected through electricity distribution and fibre networks.
Like Neighbourly, Northpower is 100% Kiwi owned and at the forefront of connecting … View moreWe're very excited to announce Northpower as our new Neighbourly partner. Nothpower keeps more than 60,000 Whangarei and Kaipara locals connected through electricity distribution and fibre networks.
Like Neighbourly, Northpower is 100% Kiwi owned and at the forefront of connecting communities.
Please join us in welcoming Northpower and stay tuned for their updates, safety information and other exciting content!
Get down to the largest agricultural event in the southern hemisphere!
The heats are On at Fieldays 2021. From fencing, to tractor pull, the competition is heating up. Alongside the friendly competition, it’s the ultimate launch platform for cutting edge technology and innovation.
Make … View moreGet down to the largest agricultural event in the southern hemisphere!
The heats are On at Fieldays 2021. From fencing, to tractor pull, the competition is heating up. Alongside the friendly competition, it’s the ultimate launch platform for cutting edge technology and innovation.
Make sure Fieldays is on your calendar, 16-19 June. It's on site, and online.
It’s all On! Get your tickets now.
When to prune: summer vs winter
Fruit trees can be pruned both in summer and winter. Winter pruning is generally best done in July through August, and should be done before the buds begin to swell too much.
Summer pruning happens after the tree has finished fruiting (so depending on the variety … View moreWhen to prune: summer vs winter
Fruit trees can be pruned both in summer and winter. Winter pruning is generally best done in July through August, and should be done before the buds begin to swell too much.
Summer pruning happens after the tree has finished fruiting (so depending on the variety this may actually be early autumn), and there are a few advantages over winter pruning.
Less chance of disease or infection
Reduces the vigour of any regrowth
It's easier to find a nice day (Auckland's winter isn't best known for sunny, dry days).
However, winter pruning is definitely easier to do. The bare branches make it easier to see what's happening. And as long as you're careful and choose a good day, disease and infections aren't that likely.
In general, I'd recommend pruning in winter for structure, and in summer to help control the size and to trim out any damages, dead or diseased branches. Pruning in summer is also generally recommended for stonefruit (peaches, plums and apricots). However, even with stonefruit I'd still try and get the initial shape right immediately after planting as this tends to help the plant grow in the right shape from the get go.
What you'll need:
Secateurs
Loppers
Pruning Saw
Pruning Paste/Paint
Methylated Spirits- Avoid spreading diseases by sterilising blades with meths between each cut. I put mine in a little sprayer to make it easier to apply.
Other useful items:
Pole Tree Pruner (allows you to prune high up branches without a ladder)
A sturdy A-frame ladder (If you do need a ladder, be careful as it can be dangerous).
Sharp penknife or Stanley Knife.
Note: All these tools should be sharp to ensure that your cuts are nice and neat. If they aren't and you need help sharpening you can drop your tools in to your nearest Kings Plant Barn and make use of our sharpening service.
Tips for getting started
Prune on a dry day - if the trees are wet this increases your chance of spreading disease.
Know what shape you are aiming for when pruning. Generally speaking, prune and train plum and peach trees into an open-vase shape, and apples and pears into a central leader. Though there are a few other options, including modified central leaders, espaliers, and cordons that are better in some situations..
Get the shape right early. If you get the shape right early you'll make it much easier for your future self.
With the possible exception of the first year, where pruning hard can help establish a good shape, it's generally best to avoid pruning back by more than a 1/3.
More information on: www.kings.co.nz...
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Hi neighbours – Come take part in our AGrowQuip $1 tractor auction at this year’s Fieldays, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event!
Held 16-19 June in Mystery Creek, we have two different stands this year, M51 dedicated to our agriculture/golf & turf and you can find our … View moreHi neighbours – Come take part in our AGrowQuip $1 tractor auction at this year’s Fieldays, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event!
Held 16-19 June in Mystery Creek, we have two different stands this year, M51 dedicated to our agriculture/golf & turf and you can find our construction & forestry team at D23.
We are the exclusive franchise dealer for John Deere in the Auckland and Waikato regions for Agriculture and the exclusive franchise dealer for John Deere in the North Island for Golf & Turf and Construction & Forestry; locally owned and operated with eight branches and over 150 dedicated staff.
Lace up your running shoes Auckland, it’s time to get fit for a great cause!
Run or walk the ASB Auckland Marathon on 31 October for the Cancer Society and you’ll boost your motivation while supporting local people with cancer. Choose from 11km, 21km or the full 42km – all options include… View moreLace up your running shoes Auckland, it’s time to get fit for a great cause!
Run or walk the ASB Auckland Marathon on 31 October for the Cancer Society and you’ll boost your motivation while supporting local people with cancer. Choose from 11km, 21km or the full 42km – all options include crossing the iconic Harbour Bridge.
Pledge to fundraise $1500 and the first 30 people to reach that goal will get their entry fee repaid!
I have just received a phone call from "Visa Security" telling me I had 2 overseas transactions on my credit card, 1 x $800 Amazon and 1 x $1000 on I-tunes. Extremely believable call , gave me his name and ID number, sounded very official. Said there was 2 overseas IP addresses had … View moreI have just received a phone call from "Visa Security" telling me I had 2 overseas transactions on my credit card, 1 x $800 Amazon and 1 x $1000 on I-tunes. Extremely believable call , gave me his name and ID number, sounded very official. Said there was 2 overseas IP addresses had access to my desk top, and to go into my computer so he could remove them. I asked him for a number to call him back on, he gave me an Auckland number. I rang Westpac bank instead, they said it was a scam and my card hadn't been compromised. Very official sounding call tho, so if you get this call know that it is a scam.
I am looking to buy some suckers(pups) from Queen Pineapple plants. Other edible varieties would also be of interest.
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