Getting a hand with next year's firewood. Man wins two loads by knowing burning damp wood creates air pollution.
Christmas came early recently for a Masterton man in the form of a winter’s worth of firewood which should help keep the cold away next year.
Kevin Wilson, who is semi-retired and lives just outside Masterton, won two truck-loads of firewood - a whole 10m cubed of 50 per cent pine and 50 per cent macrocarpa - in a competition held by Greater Wellington at the Wairarapa A&P Show to raise awareness about air pollution from home fire burning.
Kevin, who restores wooden furniture from his studio at home, correctly stated that 80 per cent of the Masterton region’s particle air pollution is caused by burning damp firewood.
“A bit of common sense and foresight goes a long way,” says Kevin. “People should get their firewood in early to dry it out, then stack it in a covered dry place. And shopping around well before winter will ensure you can buy it at the best price.”
Greater Wellington is taking opportunities such as A&P shows to share information on better burning practices, to alert people to the health issues of air pollution and to and show them how to save money and make their wood go further.
Damp firewood is a real problem, especially in Wairarapa which at times during winter has high particle air pollution readings. If we work together to ensure it is stored correctly everyone will benefit.
Tips and tricks on better burning are shown on Greater Wellington’s website, which shows how to store wood over the summer months to keep it safe and dry - www.gw.govt.nz... .
Managatainoka Motors: Vintage and Classic Day – THIS Sunday, 24th November!
Get ready to rev your engines and shine up those chrome bumpers because it’s time for a celebration of all things vintage and classic! Gather your car-loving pals and join Tui Brewery for a day filled with nostalgia, camaraderie, and a whole lot of horsepower!
For just $10 , you can register your vehicle and have a shot at some incredible prizes, including the grand prize of a $500 Tui Voucher for the coveted Star of the Show!
9am - 5pm at Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka, Pahiatua.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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3.6% Second half of November
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32.9% 1st December
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23.6% A week before Christmas
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37.1% Whenever you wish
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2.9% Other - I'll share below
Riddle Me This, Neighbours! Bet You Can’t Guess It!
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