505 days ago

All-weather non-slip paths

Jenny from

Don't hesitate to have us look at your garden just because it's wet. We are getting a lot of good time outdoors between showers, and this is the best time to get any woody weeds or prunings arranged compactly so they start rotting as quickly as possible, reducing the mass of anything that might need to be disposed of before summer heat and drought.

We routinely place woody material on wet ground, avoid compacting the clay and making surfaces less slippery.

See more about this on our website at northshorewilds.co.nz...

The photo below shows one such path made from dried honeysuckle, covered by cut woody stems of Cape honey flower weed, then wood chips added the following year to even out the surface.

Much as we loved this little path across one of our restoration sites,, we knew it would become hidden as the native trees around it developed ... and that's exactly what's happened! But the path was a convenient place to put the cut woody weeds, suppressed kikuyu and other weeds, protected the restoration area from trampling, and was well-drained all year round.

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6 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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When should the tree go up? 🎄
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  • 33% Whenever you wish
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2575 votes
3 days ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 82.9% Yes
    82.9% Complete
  • 14.3% No
    14.3% Complete
  • 2.8% Other - I'll share below
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1387 votes
3 hours ago

FREE Financial Workshop @ Glenfield Library

Honour Zhu from Glenfield Library

We're excited to invite you to join the last FREE Financial Workshop in 2024 at our library next Tuesday, 11 AM - 1 PM.
This workshop will provide you with practical advice on increasing income and reducing expenses. Gain valuable insights to improve your financial health. Take control of your finances and make room for the things you enjoy! Connect with like-minded community members, share tips, and turn budgeting into a positive experience in a supportive environment.
The workshop is provided by North Harbour Budgeting Services Inc. and is autonomous & free from any organisational influence.

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