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If you've ever struggled with this question, houseplant collector Moira West (400 indoor plants and growing!) has the answers.
Summer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.
With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three … View moreSummer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.
With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three ocean-related events. With easy to read graphs and insights for reducing your family's and a property's risk it is an essential part of your coastal awareness toolkit.
Sunbeam PB1000B blender, 300w, comes with 2 bottles
Barely used so still in very good condition
Perfect to make nutritious drinks, protein shakes, breakfast smoothies and take your drinks with you to enjoy anywhere this summer!
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The regions which will be moving into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at Red on Friday have been announced.
Northland, Auckland, Taupō and Rotorua Lakes Districts, Kawerau, Whakatane, Ōpōtiki Districts, Gisborne District, Wairoa District, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu Districts … View moreThe regions which will be moving into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at Red on Friday have been announced.
Northland, Auckland, Taupō and Rotorua Lakes Districts, Kawerau, Whakatane, Ōpōtiki Districts, Gisborne District, Wairoa District, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu Districts will all move to Red. The rest of the North Island and all of the South Island will move into Orange. These settings will next be reviewed on 13 December.
The existing Auckland boundary will remain in place until 17 January, and no new travel restrictions will be put in place. Vaccine passes will also come into force with the traffic light system.
Find out more about the new traffic light settings by region on this interactive map.
Fabric face masks for sale, $10 each
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Learning about wine involves international travel in your glass. Here is our tasting today for the WSET Level 3. San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino DOCG from Campania, Italy, Argyros Atlantis Assyrtiko from Santorini Island, Greece, Masi Valpolicella Classico DOC, Emiliana Adobe Carmenere, organic wine… View moreLearning about wine involves international travel in your glass. Here is our tasting today for the WSET Level 3. San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino DOCG from Campania, Italy, Argyros Atlantis Assyrtiko from Santorini Island, Greece, Masi Valpolicella Classico DOC, Emiliana Adobe Carmenere, organic wine from Colchagua Valley, Chile, Fontodi Chianti Classico DOCG, Marques de Riscal Reserva, Voyager Estate, The Modern Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaret River, Western Australia.
Our Sunday WSET Level 3 tasting started with Massolino Moscato d'Asti; Jansz Premier Cuvée from Tasmania, Piper Heidsieck NV followed by Fortified wines Tio Pepe Palamino Fino, the outstanding Del Duque Amontillado VORS 30 years also from Gonzales Byass; Cazes Rivesaltes AOC Ambré 2004; Warres Otima Tawny Port 20 years; Campbells Rutherglen Muscat and Williams & Humbert Pedro Ximenez 12 years old sweet sherry.
We then wrote formal tasting notes for the following wines in preparation of the WSET Level 3 exam on Sunday 12 December.
Franz Hirtzberger Gruner Veltliner Federspiel 2016;
Alba de Vetus Albarino, Rias Biaxas 2019;
Mullineux Swartland Syrah 2014 and
Prats & Symington Post Scriptum, Touriga Nacional blend 2018, Douro, Portugal
Fascinating and captivating wines for sure!
We are still on the lookout for amazing volunteers who’d like to spare a few hours per week to support our Red Cross Shop team at Wairau Park.
If you haven’t applied already and would like to lend a hand over the busy holiday season, push the button below for more information or call us on (09)… View moreWe are still on the lookout for amazing volunteers who’d like to spare a few hours per week to support our Red Cross Shop team at Wairau Park.
If you haven’t applied already and would like to lend a hand over the busy holiday season, push the button below for more information or call us on (09) 440 9770 to have a chat.
Hot summer nights are almost here and Exceed can help you keep the windows open without worrying about mosquitoes sneaking into your home ❌?
?Check out our blog to learn more about our fantastic insect & fly screens for windows!
Kia ora neighbours, the traffic lights are in sight and we'd love to know what you're most looking forward to once Aucklanders have more freedom. Maybe it's being reunited with family outside Auckland, going to the pub, or just being able to hang out inside a friend's house … View moreKia ora neighbours, the traffic lights are in sight and we'd love to know what you're most looking forward to once Aucklanders have more freedom. Maybe it's being reunited with family outside Auckland, going to the pub, or just being able to hang out inside a friend's house (and use their loo!). Comment below to share your thoughts - use NFP if you don't want it published - or email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz
Dear neighbours,
Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, … View moreDear neighbours,
Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, silverbeet, leek, mint and herbs. Yummy!
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We are currently taking enrolments for Foundation (beginners) up to level 5 (fluency) over the five … View moreStep up with DynaSpeak, (FREE if you are NZ citizens, residents, permanent residents or refugees) Get the language skills you need to live, work and undertake further study in New Zealand.
We are currently taking enrolments for Foundation (beginners) up to level 5 (fluency) over the five campuses (Queen Street, Albany, Botany, Mangere and New Lynn).
We have classes in the morning, afternoon (3 days per week) and Evening.
The New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) Semester A 2022
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- Starting date: Monday, 28 February 2022
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Mobil’s Auckland car wash locations are more sustainable than ever, using recycled water to ensure a cleaner car wash with less waste.
Getting clean just got better with Mobil, click below to find your nearest location.
Hi All. We are building a deck and these soft leaf shrubs are looking for a “new home”. Come and take them away … x 5. Too nice to dump. Hardy, easy to shape, evergreen, grow low or tall. November flowering. Poor soil seems okay. Rain fed.
Christina
1: Unopened : 4 L Space Cote Low Sheen Waterbourne Enamel Interior...suitable for top coat walls kitchen and bathroom. $80.
2: Unopened: 4 L Lustacryl Kitchen + Bathroom Interior Semi-gloss waterborne enamel. $80.
3: Opened and only a tiny bit used: 4 L Zylone Sheen Waterbourne low sheen … View more1: Unopened : 4 L Space Cote Low Sheen Waterbourne Enamel Interior...suitable for top coat walls kitchen and bathroom. $80.
2: Unopened: 4 L Lustacryl Kitchen + Bathroom Interior Semi-gloss waterborne enamel. $80.
3: Opened and only a tiny bit used: 4 L Zylone Sheen Waterbourne low sheen interior. Suitable for top coat Lounge/Bedroom etc $70.
All 3 of these are $145 new at Resene. I bought these last February so they are only 10 months old. According to Resene, unopened paint is OK for about 10 years
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