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192 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Kevin Hickman 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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11 hours ago

Q&A: Ask a question about...Online Safety

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. Jandy says: 'I'm passionate about online safety because I strongly oppose bullying and want to support those affected by it.'

Jandy is passionate about protecting vulnerable communities and is promoting online safety to ensure no one falls prey to online scams. She can answer your questions about any type of online scams, and also about online harm such as online bullying.

↓ Ask your question below now and she'll be online on Wednesday, 11th September to reply to you ↓

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1 day ago

Looking for help in your garden?

Harry Hughes from Good Nature Gardens

Hi Neighbours,

My name is Harry and I have just started Good Nature Gardens.

With 10 years industry experience and qualifications in Landscape design and horticulture your garden is in safe hands. From lawn mowing to building planter boxes, we do it all. Visit our website to see our full range of services.

I can provide professional advice and quotes for all your garden projects.

I am local and ready to work so get in touch today!

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3 days ago

Wanted lawnmowers

Shaun from Burnside

I’m after anyone’s broken down petrol rotary lawnmowers will pay upto $30 if you have anything please send me a message I also do servicing repairs and parts cheers Shaun

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