Dry trees
Hi all - there has been some concern expressed er the browning of the young oak trees along Omahu Rd. Our tree team is keeping an eye on them and they get watered at least once a week. The team tells me that dry weather, wind and gravelly soils does mean that it takes a bit longer for trees to 'hit their straps' in that area. They also tell us that the browning does not necessarily mean they are dying - just that they are dropping their leaves so they can conserve moisture. We do have a lovely lady, Brenda, sho says she has been taking them some extra water. That's awesome! Thank you for helping care for the trees. PS more mulch is being added asap.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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85.6% Yes
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13.2% No
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
Cleaning a heat pump
Hi everyone. Can anyone recommend a reliable and reasonable company to clean our heat pump. We used it on cold for a couple of days and when turning it back to warm it has a smell. We get it serviced yearly but the firm we use is expensive.
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
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