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My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people … View moreHi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people trying to make a personal connection with vendors to give their tender offers the edge. We've heard folks will include personal details about their family, why the love the house and what their plans for the property are.
Jo would love to talk to anyone who's written a letter like this to accompany a tender - perhaps it's you, perhaps a relative or friend - or from vendors who've received letters like this, accompanying a tender.
Perhaps you asked for such letters?
We'd love to hear more about that experience for you and how it shaped the way the sale went.
You can reach out to jo here (she'll be joining the Neighbourly neighbourhood soon!) or via our email: homed@stuff.co.nz.
Looking forward to hearing your stories.
This cat was observed in a somewhat distressed state just south of Sunrise Boulevard along the Main Road in Tawa earlier this evening. It did not look like it knew where it was. Does anyone recognise it? (Sorry about the poor quality of the images.)
A Tsunami Warning has been issued following the M8.0 earthquake north-east of New Zealand near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
People near coast from BAY OF ISLANDS to WHANGAREI including GREAT BARRIER ISLAND and from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY must MOVE IMMEDIATELY to nearest high ground, out of all tsunami … View moreA Tsunami Warning has been issued following the M8.0 earthquake north-east of New Zealand near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
People near coast from BAY OF ISLANDS to WHANGAREI including GREAT BARRIER ISLAND and from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY must MOVE IMMEDIATELY to nearest high ground, out of all tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible. Evacuate these areas even if you did not feel the earthquake. DO NOT WAIT. A damaging tsunami is possible.
People in all other areas who felt a LONG or STRONG earthquake should MOVE IMMEDIATELY to the nearest high ground, out of tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible.
This evacuation advice overrides the current COVID-19 Alert Level requirements. Do not stay at home. MOVE IMMEDIATELY. Stay 2 metres away from others if you can and if it is safe to do so.
People evacuating should walk, run or cycle if possible to reduce chance of getting stuck in traffic. Do not return until all-clear is given by Civil Defence.
Go to www.civildefence.govt.nz... for the most up to date information.
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO with friends, family, neighbours!
Create more space in your garden with these handy garden shelves. Try out an easy to create distressed paint effect using two Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own
Tairāwhiti is a welcoming place for new beginnings and new discoveries – the landing place of great Pacific navigators and the origins of Aotearoa New Zealand’s defining dual heritage.
Steeped in vibrant arts, rich history and authentic Māori culture, we invite you to discover the many … View moreTairāwhiti is a welcoming place for new beginnings and new discoveries – the landing place of great Pacific navigators and the origins of Aotearoa New Zealand’s defining dual heritage.
Steeped in vibrant arts, rich history and authentic Māori culture, we invite you to discover the many stories Tairāwhiti has to tell.
The treasures of Tairāwhiti are ready for you to uncover.
Grey Football Central long sleeved Goalkeeper shirt with padded elbows.
Good pre-loved condition - just a few small pulls on the front from normal use!
Bought from Football Central for $70
Worn by tall/slimmish 14yr old. Sadly outgrown now he’s over 6ft!
Mens’ size M - length = 73cm, width… View moreGrey Football Central long sleeved Goalkeeper shirt with padded elbows.
Good pre-loved condition - just a few small pulls on the front from normal use!
Bought from Football Central for $70
Worn by tall/slimmish 14yr old. Sadly outgrown now he’s over 6ft!
Mens’ size M - length = 73cm, width (underarm to underarm) = 53cm
Collect from Johnsonville, Wellington or I can post at your expense
North Wellington Football Shorts and Socks (new colour)
Very good pre-loved condition, as only worn for one shortened season.
Bought last year from Ultra Football for $55
Worn by tall/slimmish teenager playing 14-15 grade. Men’s teams wear the same gear.
Shorts are Mens’ size M
Socks are … View moreNorth Wellington Football Shorts and Socks (new colour)
Very good pre-loved condition, as only worn for one shortened season.
Bought last year from Ultra Football for $55
Worn by tall/slimmish teenager playing 14-15 grade. Men’s teams wear the same gear.
Shorts are Mens’ size M
Socks are Mens’ size L (8-12)
I believe everyone has to have the new colours this season.
Collect from Johnsonville, Wellington
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BRAND NEW and UNUSED Nike Match goalie gloves.
Bought online from The Soccer Shop NZ for $35
Asked for size advice from the shop for my then 11-12 year old and ordered accordingly. Sadly they were miles too big.
They are adult unisex. Best suited to an older teenager/adult with smallish hands. … View moreBRAND NEW and UNUSED Nike Match goalie gloves.
Bought online from The Soccer Shop NZ for $35
Asked for size advice from the shop for my then 11-12 year old and ordered accordingly. Sadly they were miles too big.
They are adult unisex. Best suited to an older teenager/adult with smallish hands. Sadly the shop refused to take them back :(
Collect from Johnsonville, Wellington or I can post at your expense.
Listed elsewhere
The internet is awash with natural cleaning hacks. We put them to the test.
1. REMOVING A WATERMARK BY RUBBING WITH A WALNUT
The advice: Get rid of watermarks on wood by rubbing it with pieces of walnut (the nut not the shell).
How it worked: Vigorous rubbing was needed and we went … View moreThe internet is awash with natural cleaning hacks. We put them to the test.
1. REMOVING A WATERMARK BY RUBBING WITH A WALNUT
The advice: Get rid of watermarks on wood by rubbing it with pieces of walnut (the nut not the shell).
How it worked: Vigorous rubbing was needed and we went through a few walnuts, but gradually the watermark disappeared. A quick polish with a clean cloth to finish it off.
Worth repeating? Yes, we were surprised at how well it worked, we even tried it on larger surfaces and it did the trick there too. | Rating: 5/5
2. USE OIL TO GET RID OF GREASE STAINS ON STAINLESS STEEL
The advice: Use a smear of olive oil (or similar) on a rag to clean fingerprints and grease smears off stainless steel appliances.
How it worked: Like a dream! It was easier and neater than using the spray-on stainless steel cleaner I have been buying from the supermarket. Trick is not to use too much, you just need the slightest smear...
Keep reading (with pictures: www.curtainclean.co.nz...)
Just a reminder that there will be road resealing work on Wainui Road, Lower Hutt on Saturday 6 March and Saturday 13 March between 7am and 7pm, weather permitting.
Traffic will be reduced to one vehicle at a time through a stop-go operation. Traffic delays are expected so please allow extra time … View moreJust a reminder that there will be road resealing work on Wainui Road, Lower Hutt on Saturday 6 March and Saturday 13 March between 7am and 7pm, weather permitting.
Traffic will be reduced to one vehicle at a time through a stop-go operation. Traffic delays are expected so please allow extra time to get to your destination or use an alternative route if possible.
The road will be open to both lanes of traffic overnight and access to homes in the area will be available at all times. Thank you for your understanding.
Senior reporter Ethan Te Ora is looking for people living in a garage or shed for a story for Stuff.
Please contact him on ethan.teora@stuff.co.nz | 027 205 1452
Hey Neighbourly folk, remember there is a fire ban on.
It includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on … View moreHey Neighbourly folk, remember there is a fire ban on.
It includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on their permit.
"The ground is getting drier and fire danger has increased,” he says.
“The dry vegetation acts as fuel for a wildfire, meaning if a wildfire did start it could spread very quickly. We’ve seen this with a few vegetation fires in the area recently, including one in Makara last month where firefighters and helicopters worked hard over two days to put it out.”
UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.
Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us … View moreUPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.
Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us your houseplant questions and problems to homed@stuff.co.nz, or leave them in the comments, for the houseplant doctor to diagnose. Pictures are encouraged.
HIBS Open Day on Saturday, 27 March – 9am Hear the Principal’s address, 9.30am to 1.30pm enjoy tours of the school.
Learn about the outstanding opportunities at HIBS through activities, classroom exhibitions and displays with our staff and students.
HIBS Auditorium, Granville Street, … View moreHIBS Open Day on Saturday, 27 March – 9am Hear the Principal’s address, 9.30am to 1.30pm enjoy tours of the school.
Learn about the outstanding opportunities at HIBS through activities, classroom exhibitions and displays with our staff and students.
HIBS Auditorium, Granville Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt
(04) 528 6227
www.hibs.school.nz
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