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The SPCA Pet of the Day is Xena, a 17 year-old thoroughbred, who has a had a tough life.
"She entered SPCA care after being seized from a property due to a cruelty complaint and was subsequently surrendered. After weeks of rehabilitation, she is ready for her new home. Xena is a very sweet … View moreThe SPCA Pet of the Day is Xena, a 17 year-old thoroughbred, who has a had a tough life.
"She entered SPCA care after being seized from a property due to a cruelty complaint and was subsequently surrendered. After weeks of rehabilitation, she is ready for her new home. Xena is a very sweet mare, who loves attention and meeting new horses and people. She is good to graze with others but doesn't stress if her paddock mate heads out for a ride without her.
She is good for farrier, vet, covering (even in Wellington winds!), leading and feeding. She has been floated, but is still a little anxious loading so would benefit from some additional work in this area. We understand Xena was ridden for most of her life but hasn't been for the past three years. Xena would make an excellent addition to a family wanted an older, kind horse to keep their youngsters' company. Xena has grazed with sheep with no problems.
She is a good doer and put on weight easily once put on grazing. Xena has had a dental, been vaccinated (Strangles and Tetanus), drenched and vet checked."
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Santa, his helpers and the organizer Rosemary McLennan.
Big thanks for this annual neighbourly parade and gifts organized by families AND lollies too.
Big thanks to Rosemary who for the last 37 years has organized Santa and his sleigh to drive around Normandale Lower Hutt delivering personal gifts to all in sundry. And throwing wrapped lollies to all.
My kids and grandkids have been fairies and one elf for years.
I have several containers of Castrol brand 10w-40 engine oil to sell. All are completely new and unopened.
RRP is $50, hoping to get $33 per container.
Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more information.
Cheers, Hayden.
Hi everyone,
My Grandfather has bought lots of bottles of Healtheries brand flax seed oil tablets and won't be able to use them all. This supplement is good for skin and heart health and is a natural source of omega 3, 6 and 9.
The best before date is in July 2023.
The RRP at Countdown is … View moreHi everyone,
My Grandfather has bought lots of bottles of Healtheries brand flax seed oil tablets and won't be able to use them all. This supplement is good for skin and heart health and is a natural source of omega 3, 6 and 9.
The best before date is in July 2023.
The RRP at Countdown is $22, happy to sell for $15 each or two for $28.
For more information please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more information.
Update:
I have sold some jars however I still have a few left available for sale for anyone interested.
This much loved giant bunny rabbit soft toy is in reasonable second hand condition with no stains. I have had to do some small repairs to the purple top and feet (as pictured).
This rabbit is very large as shown pictured next to my 12 year old sister. The approximate dimensions are 50 cm high and … View moreThis much loved giant bunny rabbit soft toy is in reasonable second hand condition with no stains. I have had to do some small repairs to the purple top and feet (as pictured).
This rabbit is very large as shown pictured next to my 12 year old sister. The approximate dimensions are 50 cm high and 50 cm wide.
Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more information. Many thanks Hayden.
This has been washed and is in good second hand condition with no tears or stains.
Smoke-free home.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
This cute elephant plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine postage where applicable.
Pick-up in Johnsonville … View moreThis cute elephant plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine postage where applicable.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
I realise this is short notice, but I have:
1. 2XSanta sacks in as new condition
2. 1XNavy blue Shopping trundler (great for Saturday markets, but I have one and don't need two - suitable for man or woman)
3. 1XHVHS PE uniform
4. Bag of ladies clothes size 16-20, a couple of lovely … View moreI realise this is short notice, but I have:
1. 2XSanta sacks in as new condition
2. 1XNavy blue Shopping trundler (great for Saturday markets, but I have one and don't need two - suitable for man or woman)
3. 1XHVHS PE uniform
4. Bag of ladies clothes size 16-20, a couple of lovely cocktail dresses, but I feel I am too old for the style. Good condition.
All free. Please DM me if you would like any of these items. Am home for the rest of the evening if someone would like the Santa sacks for tonight, otherwise after Christmas for the other things is fine.
Merry Xmas.
When those super hot summer days and nights eventually come around, all you will want is a safe haven to save you from the heat. These are a few steps you can take to stay cool when the weather heats up.
• Make sure your ceilings are insulated - insulation can help keep out the suns heat
•… View moreWhen those super hot summer days and nights eventually come around, all you will want is a safe haven to save you from the heat. These are a few steps you can take to stay cool when the weather heats up.
• Make sure your ceilings are insulated - insulation can help keep out the suns heat
• Set your ceiling fans to rotate anti-clockwise.
• Turn your fans around, face them towards an open window so they can blow the hot air out of the house. Fill a mixing bowl with ice (or something equally cold, like an ice pack), and position it at an angle in front of a large fan so the air whips off the ice in an extra-chilled, extra-misty state. Trust us: It’s magic.
• If you have a heat pump, try out the fan-only or dehumidifier options to cool your house. They use less power than air conditioning and are still effective.
• Keep the windows open overnight and then close them in the morning to try and hold in the cold air.
• Install safety catches on your windows so you can leave them open all day, even when you're out.
• Close blinds or curtains to keep sunlight out during the hottest hours of the day, especially on windows that get direct sun. Some blinds are designed to let you see out, but still block most of the direct UV rays. As simple as this tip may seem, closing your curtains and blinds essentially prevents your home from becoming a miniature greenhouse.
• Turn off unnecessary lights and electrical appliances – this reduces a home's heat load.
• When cooking, keep windows open, put lids on saucepans and use an extractor fan to reduce steam and heat.
• Ventilate – keep doors or windows open at opposite ends of the house to create a through-draught, or cross ventilation.
• Closing off unused rooms will prevent cool air from permeating these areas during the hottest part of the day. You’ll want to capitalize on the cooler night hours, too, letting air flow naturally through your home.
• Start the barbie - It’s obvious, but we’re going to say it anyway: using your oven or stove in the summer will make your house hotter. If it already feels like 50 degrees in your home, the last thing you want to do is turn on an oven.
• Make a few long-term improvements - you can make a couple changes to your home that will keep it cooler for seasons to come. Insulated window films, for example, are a smart purchase as they work similarly to blinds. And additions like awnings and planting trees or vines near light-facing windows will shield your home from the sun’s rays, reduce the amount of heat your home absorbs and make your investment even more worthwhile.
Hopefully these were of some use to you, and if you have anything to add or any comments please do below!
Hi Neighbourly folk, I really enjoyed this post from Simon Woolf with its beautiful image and lovely words. I hope you all enjoy Christmas.
"Merry Christmas Eve Everyone.
This image is of possibly the Southern most Pohutakawa in the North Island. It is the third year since I noticed it, … View moreHi Neighbourly folk, I really enjoyed this post from Simon Woolf with its beautiful image and lovely words. I hope you all enjoy Christmas.
"Merry Christmas Eve Everyone.
This image is of possibly the Southern most Pohutakawa in the North Island. It is the third year since I noticed it, shortly after we lost our great friend Eva McGauley. It didn't flower last year!
It is located in one of the most exposed places, anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand! Wellington's South Coast can be one of the most rugged, extreme environments anywhere in the world, and especially when an Antarctic blast hits Cook Strait. Winds exceeding 200kph, eight to 10 metre swells, and a sub zero wind chill factor are regular occurrences in this area.
Evie's Tree, for that's what we have called it, symbolises resilience, hope, strength and beauty, everthing Evie was.
After the past year, where we all have come through some adversity, Evie's Tree, proves that with adversity there is opportunity. If this stunning little pohutakawa can flower in the conditions it faces, we too can overcome most of which is thrown at us, and flourish too."
- Simon Woolf
This one could be a bit tricky. Many Wellingtonians see this on a daily basis but it has changed greatly in appearance over the years.
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