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246 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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2 days ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 89.2% Yes, it's fair
    89.2% Complete
  • 9.9% No, it's unreasonable
    9.9% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
2240 votes
2 hours ago

NEW STOCK JUST ARRIVED

Dave from Takanini Traders

WE NOW HAVE A NEW ZEALAND FURNITURE MANUFACTURER SUPPLYING US

DESIGN YOUR LOUNGE SUITE
CHOOSE COLORS, FABRICS, AND DESIGN - MAKE IT YOUR OWN AND YOU WILL BE ASTOUNDED AT THE COST - PLUS A PRODUCTION TIME OF WEEKS NOT MONTHS

CHECK US OUT THIS WEEKEND - 211 GREAT SOUTH RD TAKANINI- OPPOSITE KFC

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5 hours ago

Manurewa Library Cultural Cooking Workshop - 2 November

Sonia from Flat Bush

On Saturday 2 November, Kiwiora are delivering a Summer Roll cooking demonstration at Manurewa Library at 1 pm. Learn how to make these delicious, healthy rolls so that you can live and eat well. Please scan the QR code to register your place. For more details, phone the library on 262-5273.

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