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Onga-onga or stinging nettle is an ever present threat in many parts of New Zealand. A light brush with the nettle on your leg or arm, can leave you with a tingling sensation that persists for 24 hours.
Ongaonga has been linked to unexplained deaths of people walking through a dense patch and … View moreOnga-onga or stinging nettle is an ever present threat in many parts of New Zealand. A light brush with the nettle on your leg or arm, can leave you with a tingling sensation that persists for 24 hours.
Ongaonga has been linked to unexplained deaths of people walking through a dense patch and being overcome. With this mind, I decided to have a go cutting back a particularly annoying patch on our main track to the paddock we call, Waterses.
The Ongaonga bushes were above and below the track so I had to form a strategy so that I would safe. I found a large set of old tree branch loppers (giant secateurs) in the shed and then opted to take a piece of cloth, that used to cover our cool display cabinet in my old café.
This easy DIY project finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pickled Bluewood provides a roosting and resting site for a rare and threatened native bat.
Find out how to create your own.
Where does the name Viscose come from?
In 1894, English chemist Charles Fredrick Cross patented his artificial silk as "Viscose". He names the material "Viscose" because its production involved the use of a highly sticky viscous solution. The first commercial viscose was … View moreWhere does the name Viscose come from?
In 1894, English chemist Charles Fredrick Cross patented his artificial silk as "Viscose". He names the material "Viscose" because its production involved the use of a highly sticky viscous solution. The first commercial viscose was produced by the British company Courtaulds Fibres in 1905.
Courtaulds formed an American division to produce their formulation in the United States in 1910. In the USA the name "Rayon" was adopted in 1924. In Europe though, the yarn itself remained known as "Viscose", which has been ruled an acceptable term for Rayon by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Who doesn’t love a long weekend? Take some time to explore Kiwi treasures at our Red Cross Shop on 18 Link Drive.
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We Specialise in Redesigning, Remodeling of Bathrooms and Kitchens. Interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, renewed, replaced, repositioned, in fact… View moreLicensed Building Practitioner.
We have a SheShed Agency. ..... one of the many aspects of the Trade We can perform.
www.sheshed.co.nz...
We Specialise in Redesigning, Remodeling of Bathrooms and Kitchens. Interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, renewed, replaced, repositioned, in fact Re anything.
Decks, Stairs, Balustrades, Ramps for ease of access...... Small jobs, medium jobs, we have over 70 years experience
I'm 3 x times vaxed, will wear a mask to see you at a convenient time, to talk through your ideas and aspirations. Bruce 021 212 1480
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Our Waitangi Day Super Bed Sale is now on! Celebrate Waitangi Day with our best deals on beds, mattresses, pillows, and all things sleep. Plus get FREE LOCAL DELIVERY* 😍 Hurry, limited-time offer!
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✅ 60 Night's Comfort … View moreAotearoa!
Our Waitangi Day Super Bed Sale is now on! Celebrate Waitangi Day with our best deals on beds, mattresses, pillows, and all things sleep. Plus get FREE LOCAL DELIVERY* 😍 Hurry, limited-time offer!
👉 Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
✅ 60 Night's Comfort Guarantee
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✅ 17 Bed retail stores across North Island
We have the beds for you @ Beds4U...
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Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View moreHi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?
World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with … View moreWorld Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with your own voice is what the day is all about.
Licensed Building Practitioner.
We have a SheShed Agency. ..... one of the many aspects of the Trade We can perform.
www.sheshed.co.nz...
We Specialise in Redesigning, Remodeling of Bathrooms and Kitchens. Interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, renewed, replaced, repositioned, in fact… View moreLicensed Building Practitioner.
We have a SheShed Agency. ..... one of the many aspects of the Trade We can perform.
www.sheshed.co.nz...
We Specialise in Redesigning, Remodeling of Bathrooms and Kitchens. Interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, renewed, replaced, repositioned, in fact Re anything.
Decks, Stairs, Balustrades, Ramps for ease of access...... Small jobs, medium jobs, we have over 70 years experience
I'm 3 x times vaxed, will wear a mask to see you at a convenient time, to talk through your ideas and aspirations. Bruce 021 212 1480
6kg AWARD Vented Dryer
Suitable for Freestanding or Stacking
2 Heat Option
140 Min timer Control
Cool Down Period at end of cycle
Right or Left Door Hinging
Reverse Tumble Action to reduce Tangling o clothes
Anti-Crease Function
Lint Filter
Front Vent as Standard - extendable rear vent … View more6kg AWARD Vented Dryer
Suitable for Freestanding or Stacking
2 Heat Option
140 Min timer Control
Cool Down Period at end of cycle
Right or Left Door Hinging
Reverse Tumble Action to reduce Tangling o clothes
Anti-Crease Function
Lint Filter
Front Vent as Standard - extendable rear vent hose can e irted with optional accessory.
Works excellent. Pick up in Birkenhead.
Shop our WAITANGI DAY SUPER BED SALE with up to 60% OFF on an incredible range of NZ Made beds and mattresses with FREE LOCAL DELIVERY!
Shop online or in-store now!
✅60 Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
✅17 Bed retail stores across North Island
We … View moreShop our WAITANGI DAY SUPER BED SALE with up to 60% OFF on an incredible range of NZ Made beds and mattresses with FREE LOCAL DELIVERY!
Shop online or in-store now!
✅60 Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
✅17 Bed retail stores across North Island
We have the bed for you @ BEDS 4 U...
Your Local Sleep Experts
*Apply Code (WAITANGIDAY) to your cart for FREE SHIPPING on online orders above $899 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.
? Wondering where to take your boogie boards next? These boogie boarding beaches are the best in the Auckland region, according to children.
#AKLSummerisCalling
I'm very happy to announce that the long-awaited upgrade to tracks in Shepherds Park is beginning soon 🙂
Stage 1 of the Beach Haven Coastal Connection upgrade is scheduled to begin work on Monday 14 February and be completed by Monday 30 May 2022 (weather dependent).
Work hours will be: … View moreI'm very happy to announce that the long-awaited upgrade to tracks in Shepherds Park is beginning soon 🙂
Stage 1 of the Beach Haven Coastal Connection upgrade is scheduled to begin work on Monday 14 February and be completed by Monday 30 May 2022 (weather dependent).
Work hours will be: 7:30am-6pm Mon-Sat, with no work on Sundays or public holidays.
The work is taking place on most of the tracks throughout the bush area on the western side of the park, and this area will be completely fenced off during this time. The area is marked with a purple circle on the attached map (excluding the green track). The area in the red circle will be worked on first so that it can be reopened as soon as possible.
Stage 1 also includes an upgrade of the entrance to Hellyers Creek Reserve in the dip on Beach Haven Road.
Stage 2 of the Beach Haven Coastal Connection will be going before the Kaipatiki Local Board in March for approval. Stage 2 includes the green track on the attached map, an upgrade of the lookout area, and an upgrade of all tracks throughout Hellyers Creek Reserve around the coastline, making those tracks as step-free as possible.
If you would like more information on stage 2, please contact the project manager Leigh Radovan on (021) 275 2418 or Leigh.Radovan@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Check out the shade sails that we installed before Christmas at Rotary Grove, Northcote, and Normanton Reserve, Glenfield!
These are part of the Kaipatiki Local Board's shade programme to protect children and the equipment from the sun and allow the playgrounds to be used during the day.
… View moreCheck out the shade sails that we installed before Christmas at Rotary Grove, Northcote, and Normanton Reserve, Glenfield!
These are part of the Kaipatiki Local Board's shade programme to protect children and the equipment from the sun and allow the playgrounds to be used during the day.
Thanks to council staff and contractors who pulled out all the stops to get this in before the Summer break!
#ShadesailsOverPlaygrounds #SunSmart
Community Network Meeting - ANCAD & Takapuna North Community Trust with Guest speaker Taylor Lake.
ON ZOOM THURSDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2022 from 12:30pm to around 2.00pm. All welcome! RSVP to simon@ancad.org.nz
You are most welcome and invited to attend this combined Auckland North Community and … View moreCommunity Network Meeting - ANCAD & Takapuna North Community Trust with Guest speaker Taylor Lake.
ON ZOOM THURSDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2022 from 12:30pm to around 2.00pm. All welcome! RSVP to simon@ancad.org.nz
You are most welcome and invited to attend this combined Auckland North Community and Development together with Takapuna North Community Trust, Network meeting.
At this meeting, you are welcome to introduce yourselves and share what is going on in your neck of the woods.
We shall also be hearing from speaker Taylor Lake who is the North Shore coordinator for Neighbour's Day Aotearoa (18 - 27 March 2022) www.neighboursday.org.nz... where the theme is Kai Connections and is all about Engaging Communities.
RSVP to simon@ancad.org.nz
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