Carterton District, Carterton

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

701 days ago

Small Business for Sale - Carpet Overlocking

Brent from Masterton District

Carpet Overlocking Business for sale - Could be added to an existing business or may suit a retiree wanting some extra cash.



Time spent would be approximately 10 to 15 hours per week.



Offer a service to cut up left over carpets, overlock around the edges and make into mats or floor … View more
Carpet Overlocking Business for sale - Could be added to an existing business or may suit a retiree wanting some extra cash.



Time spent would be approximately 10 to 15 hours per week.



Offer a service to cut up left over carpets, overlock around the edges and make into mats or floor coverings.

Brilliant way of using up left over carpets



Sell to the end-users and all the local carpet stores.



Very well known, have been operating in Masterton since 2006, so approximately a 16 year old business.



Good range of wool colours to match the varying fashions, new and old carpets that come in.



Large table for working on, to cut to size and overlock on, which butts up to the Overlocker to support the mat while sewing around it.



Also included:

Shelves to store the wool on;

Stand to hold finished carpet mats;

Trolley to hold workgear etc.;

Straight edges, square, tape measure and scissors etc..



Would be a great add-on to an existing business.

May suit an ex-carpet layer as would be used to handling carpet.

Phone or text me on 021 228 3813 or email me at brent@ruggedvalley.co.nz

702 days ago

Same Same but Different

Fieldays

Same Event, Same Venue, different date, 30 November to 3 December.

Plenty to see and do, eat, buy and try.

From Agri machinery, to new innovations, career opportunities and competitions.

We want to celebrate the sector that is relentlessly hard-working, at the forefront of world-leading … View more
Same Event, Same Venue, different date, 30 November to 3 December.

Plenty to see and do, eat, buy and try.

From Agri machinery, to new innovations, career opportunities and competitions.

We want to celebrate the sector that is relentlessly hard-working, at the forefront of world-leading technologies, and economically critical to our country.

The largest agricultural event in the Southern Hemisphere.

Bringing town and country together over four days

The ultimate opportunity for agribusiness networking throughout the primary sector value chain.

Got to www.fieldays.co.nz to buy tickets.
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702 days ago

How to Tell if Your Mattress is Causing You Back Pain

Beds4U Masterton

When back pain strikes unexpectedly, it may be both annoying and confusing. What is causing your back discomfort if you haven't made any changes to your normal routine?

The solution might be in your mattress. There are several red flags to check for to determine whether your mattress is to… View more
When back pain strikes unexpectedly, it may be both annoying and confusing. What is causing your back discomfort if you haven't made any changes to your normal routine?

The solution might be in your mattress. There are several red flags to check for to determine whether your mattress is to fault. The first indicator is when you have a backache. If you have back discomfort when you first wake up, but you can stretch it away in 15-30 minutes, your mattress is doing more damage than good.

Also, if you find yourself waking up more frequently or tossing and turning in bed, this should be another red flag. Even if you do not suffer from back problems, you should change your mattress every eight to ten years for a healthier lifestyle and better sleep quality.

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704 days ago

There's still time (just!) to send in your basil recipe

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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704 days ago

Yarns in Barns continues this week and into Labour Weekend !πŸ“šπŸ“š

So much more still to come in the region's Festival of Reading including Emily Writes, Nick Bollinger, Kane Brisco and much more. Sat 22nd see the much loved Yarn in the Barn in Gladstone.
Check out the Labour Weekend double header in Featherston with Jenny Pattrick, Christina Sanders and … View more
So much more still to come in the region's Festival of Reading including Emily Writes, Nick Bollinger, Kane Brisco and much more. Sat 22nd see the much loved Yarn in the Barn in Gladstone.
Check out the Labour Weekend double header in Featherston with Jenny Pattrick, Christina Sanders and Scott Bainbridge on Sunday.
Browse the varied and interesting programme and plot your course!
Festival website is here www.yansinbarns.co.nz.... Tickets on Eventfinder or come in the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE Visitor Centres.

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704 days ago

National Geographic

Sonja from Masterton District

Wanted some National Geographic Magazines After 2000

Free

704 days ago

Kane Brisco - this Wed 19th at Memorial Park Club rooms

Yarns in Barns : Wairarapa Festival of Reading continues this week - and a highlight event is Kane Brisco and his book Tools for the Top Paddock.

Kane is an important young farming spokesperson and is a great speaker. He focuses on learning the tools for thriving through the physical and mental… View more
Yarns in Barns : Wairarapa Festival of Reading continues this week - and a highlight event is Kane Brisco and his book Tools for the Top Paddock.

Kane is an important young farming spokesperson and is a great speaker. He focuses on learning the tools for thriving through the physical and mental strains of life on the land.
Yarns in Barns are hosting the event in association with the East Coast Rural Support Trust after their touch rugby competition tomorrow night this Wednesday 19th at Memorial Park.
Kane will talk in the Wai Bush Clubrooms at 7.45pm > tickets are just
$10 at door (with eftpos) with proceeds to the Rural Trust and a cash bar is available.
www.eventfinda.co.nz...

706 days ago

Used kitchen benchtop - free

Mike from Carterton District

2700mm long, L-shaped (see photo), hole for sink 950mm long (no sink)
Available for collection in Carterton

Free

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706 days ago

Whakatāne – Rewind | Connect | Reset

Whakatane District Council

Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.

We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural … View more
Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.

We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural experiences, the outdoor adventure, the eco experiences and so much more. Summer like this? #DiscoverOurLocal
Find out more

706 days ago

STOP TREATING SOIL LIKE DIRT

Yates

Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a … View more
Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a pair of undies to find out how healthy your soil is? Or try a quick β€œworm count” test, building a β€œcompost jar” (great fun for kids) or do a food waste audit.

Plus we’ve easy to follow steps on how to turn your food scraps & garden waste into fabulous compost.
Find out more

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706 days ago

PUBLIC CAR PARKING AT WELLINGTON HOSPITAL

Stella from Carterton District

Now that the outdoor car parking has been built on for the lovely new Children's Hospital has anyone been to Wellington Hospital lately and used the car parking facilities. I believe one turns left at the traffic lights and the parking building is on the right. Is there a valet service and … View moreNow that the outdoor car parking has been built on for the lovely new Children's Hospital has anyone been to Wellington Hospital lately and used the car parking facilities. I believe one turns left at the traffic lights and the parking building is on the right. Is there a valet service and if not how difficult is it for elderly folk to access parking there? We have no problems with driving from Carterton but the thought of parking once there really freaks us out:)
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thank you Neighbourly Members.

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712 days ago

Spouting wanted for small project

Joan from Masterton District

Has anyone got some spouting offcuts which they would be prepared to sell....? plastic rather than metal..
I have a small project in mind.
Can pick up.

707 days ago

Plant seeds every month with a subscription from Kings Seeds.

The TV Guide

Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, … View more
Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, 1 year, or 2 year subscription to the TV Guide before 31 October and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win. There are three different subscriptions to choose from to suit your needs; Vegetable seeds, Microgreen seeds, and Sprouting seeds. To view the T&Cs click here.
Find out more

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707 days ago

Road Bike,

Susan from Greytown

Avanti Discovery 8 Low C 8 Speed in excellent condition.
Cateye Velo7 (current/average/maximum speed, Trip/total distance, Elapsed time, Clock)
Cateye light
Carrier
Shopping bag
Basket,
Bell
Mirror
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Avanti Discovery 8 Low C 8 Speed in excellent condition.
Cateye Velo7 (current/average/maximum speed, Trip/total distance, Elapsed time, Clock)
Cateye light
Carrier
Shopping bag
Basket,
Bell
Mirror
Additional Cateye light, not fitted
Additional bracket for basket
Tacx bracket for water bottle
Combination bike lock (reset to 0000)
This bike has had very little use and comes with original manual and instructions for Cateye products. Also included is a Laser Neon uni size helmet.

Price: $500

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