Awatoto - Meeanee, Napier

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1287 days ago

How to Remove Paint from Window Panes

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (Hawkes Bay Chem-Dry)

Paint is very difficult to clean off from any surface and removing it from glass is no different. Once the paint has dried, trying to wipe it off with a wet cloth will prove unsuccessful. Nevertheless, there are a few ways you can prevent smudging the windows with paint and in the event you … View morePaint is very difficult to clean off from any surface and removing it from glass is no different. Once the paint has dried, trying to wipe it off with a wet cloth will prove unsuccessful. Nevertheless, there are a few ways you can prevent smudging the windows with paint and in the event you splatter the glass with paint there are tricks to remove it.


Typically, when there is renovation work going on that includes painting the walls or the window frames, it’s practical to use masking tape on the glass around the frames to protect it. However, many tapes just don’t seem to stick well to the glass surface and most of the time paint drops always find their way onto the unprotected surface.


Regular paint remover is not good enough and won’t work on dried-up paint. Instead, you can try to clean the paint off your windows by following the steps in our short and practical guide which presents you two approaches.


Removing Paint from Glass with a Scraper

Materials needed:
• Hand-held safety razor blade
• Cloth/Sponge
• Squeegee
• Small bucket
• Warm water

• Dishwashing liquid

Here is what to do:
1. Fill a bucket with warm water and some dishwashing liquid. Mix it until it becomes sudsy. The detergent will make it easier for the scraper to move over the glass surface, minimising the risk of scratching.
2. Soak the cleaning cloth or sponge in the solution.
3. Scrub the window to remove any dirt and grime from the surface. Next, rinse it using a clean wet cloth or sponge.
4. Wet the window again with the dishwashing solution.

5. Hold the razor blade at a 45-degree angle and carefully scrape the paint. Make sure the glass is wet while you are scraping with the razor blade, otherwise you may scratch it.


If you have recently painted areas around the window or window sill and the paint has not yet dried properly, it may be best to leave it until it has. Cleaning it with soapy water may cause the paint to run and ruin other surfaces.

6. Wipe the glass with a squeegee to remove any remaining moisture or streaks, and then with a cloth to polish the surface.

7. Check to see if all the paint has been removed. If there is still some paint on the glass, repeat the steps 5 and 6 until all the paint has been removed.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1287 days ago

LAST 4 SALE DAYS at Red Cross Shop, 35 Cadbury Road, Onekawa

Mary Anne from Taradale

Amazing bargains to be had! SALE ends Friday 19th.
Some 'cool' specials on ladies trousers - great for these autumn days.
All adult clothing and shoes half price - and that incudes the half price rack!
Shop hours 10 - 4. See you there! And thank you for supporting Red Cross.

Negotiable

1287 days ago

NZ Red Cross Street Appeal 2021

The Team from Red Cross - Hastings Service Centre

From the 15th to the 21st of March NZ Red Cross is holding our annual street appeal throughout New Zealand. On Friday the 19th and Saturday the 20th of March we will be hitting the streets of Hastings, Havelock North, Taradale, Napier and Central Hawkes Bay to ask you to dig deep and help to … View moreFrom the 15th to the 21st of March NZ Red Cross is holding our annual street appeal throughout New Zealand. On Friday the 19th and Saturday the 20th of March we will be hitting the streets of Hastings, Havelock North, Taradale, Napier and Central Hawkes Bay to ask you to dig deep and help to support the vulnerable in your community.

We have had a number of awesome volunteers come forward to collect but we have a couple of last minute sites we are keen to fill if you can give us an hour or two of your time.

If you are available for any of these shifts please either email amber.mcarthur@redcross.org.nz or give the Service Centre a call on 06 878 8438.

Friday 19 March
* Bunnings Hastings - 2 to 3pm, 3 to 4pm
* Hastings Hospital - 3 to 4pm
* The Warehouse Hastings - 3 to 4pm, 4 to 5pm

Saturday 20 March
* Mitre10 Hastings - 1 to 2pm, 2-3pm
* The Warehouse Hastings - 1 to 2pm, 2 to 3pm
* New World, Havelock North - 9 to 10am, 10 to 11am, 12 to 1pm, 2 to 3pm

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1287 days ago

Auction Wednesday 17 March @ 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

27 As New Tents (from an event company). Power/Garden/Hand Tools. Trunks. Mowers. Solid Rimu Furniture. Diecast Toys. Collectables Curios etc etc
Viewing & Absentee Bids Welcome: Mon 8-5, Tue 8-6 & Wed from 8am
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz... (17 March)

1287 days ago

Calling all painters

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,
are you using the long weekend to tackle that long-over due reno? Or do you have a project you'd love to do in your home or garden but don't know where to start?

The experts at Resene are offering to help answer all your painting and decorating questions. Whether … View more
Hey neighbours,
are you using the long weekend to tackle that long-over due reno? Or do you have a project you'd love to do in your home or garden but don't know where to start?

The experts at Resene are offering to help answer all your painting and decorating questions. Whether it's how to choose the right type of paint to cover a stain, how to go about planning a mural, or how long you really need to spend on sanding down that woodwork, they're happy to help.

Send us your question at homed@stuff.co.nz or leave it in the comments and we'll put the best questions to the Resene team (please note: we may not be able to answer every single question). The answers will be published in an article on Stuff ahead of the long weekend.

If you don't want us to use your comment or name on Stuff, please mention that in your post.

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1287 days ago

Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own community. 💐

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Today we remember the victims, families and communities affected on 15.03.2019

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1287 days ago

SuperSeniors

Office for Seniors

Consumer groups are warning seniors to be vigilant when being invited to join discount clubs with seemingly 'exclusive' offers.

Senior Advantage charges an upfront yearly fee of $39, claiming on its website that members can "save up to 70% at almost every store in New Zealand".… View more
Consumer groups are warning seniors to be vigilant when being invited to join discount clubs with seemingly 'exclusive' offers.

Senior Advantage charges an upfront yearly fee of $39, claiming on its website that members can "save up to 70% at almost every store in New Zealand". However, TVNZ 1 News, along with Consumer NZ, have voiced concerns.

For more information and advice, read our article in the latest SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

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1288 days ago

Local Face painter wanted

Amie from Taradale

Looking for a face painter or two to do an open day of our business for us. Community groups, mums, face painters message me

1292 days ago

Awareness Week 8-14 March 2021

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Do you know we help everyone? Some people get a bit stuck on our name, but you don’t have to have NZ citizenship to use our service. We’re here for everyone, no matter your nationality, age, ethnicity, gender, sexuality… (or other wonderful identifying feature of a person!).

Join us for CAB… View more
Do you know we help everyone? Some people get a bit stuck on our name, but you don’t have to have NZ citizenship to use our service. We’re here for everyone, no matter your nationality, age, ethnicity, gender, sexuality… (or other wonderful identifying feature of a person!).

Join us for CAB Awareness Week 8-14 March 2021, where we celebrate 50 years of serving the community.

www.cab.org.nz...

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1289 days ago

Up your broadband quality, Napier!

Chorus

More and more Kiwis are choosing fibre, which means better, faster and more reliable broadband. Do you like to Zoom? Stream TV and movies? Work from home? We've got you covered. Fibre on the Chorus congestion-free network can handle a range of online activities.

Check out … View more
More and more Kiwis are choosing fibre, which means better, faster and more reliable broadband. Do you like to Zoom? Stream TV and movies? Work from home? We've got you covered. Fibre on the Chorus congestion-free network can handle a range of online activities.

Check out chorus.co.nz/hawkesbay for the best options to suit your home.
Check your options

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1289 days ago

Women’s Kathmandu Boots UK 6 (NEW)

Alice from Taradale

New, never used, still with labels on.

Brand: Kathmandu
Style: Terania Mid Women’s
Size: UK 6, US 7, EUR 39
Colour: Desert Sage
Sole: Vibram

The Kathmandu range of travel, trekking and walking boots are constructed to be durable and supportive over a wide variety of terrains and conditions.

Price: $80

1290 days ago

Sold on Windsor Terrace

Ben Keehan from FiSBO® NZ Ltd

11a Windsor Terrace has been marketed by FiSBO® & SOLD By OWNER!

FiSBO® has bridged the gap between a private sale and a traditional agent by providing full-service marketing to the point of inducement then our "Hybrid" sales platform helps the vendor to sell. All campaigns start … View more
11a Windsor Terrace has been marketed by FiSBO® & SOLD By OWNER!

FiSBO® has bridged the gap between a private sale and a traditional agent by providing full-service marketing to the point of inducement then our "Hybrid" sales platform helps the vendor to sell. All campaigns start out with a price or by negotiation, then turn into an auction when there are multiple offers. Unlike a normal auction, all bids can include conditions with the dollar value of the BiD's displayed in the public listing (transparent) and buyers can change their bid or conditions at any time.

Once the vendor is satisfied they "Approve" one buyer's bid and the system sends all the detail to their solicitor to draft the agreement and keep all parties safe.

The latest campaign at 11a Windsor saw two buyers start bidding 1 day after the first open home then reaching their limits the vendor was satisfied by the third day. The solicitors had it all in hand and the house is now sold setting a record for the street and the vendors saved a considerable amount in fees compared to a traditional agent.

We want your business in 2021, so please call me to discuss your property campaign and find out how to FiSBO® your property

1290 days ago

Rabbits

Judith from Awatoto - Meeanee

Has anyone baited for rabbits on The Loop?

1291 days ago

Skip the mess with a PortaSkip

Willy from PortaSkip

Give me a yell. 4m3 skips aimed at making your waste removal simple!

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1291 days ago

Retro coffee table

The Team from Resene ColorShop Napier

Refresh a retro coffee table without losing its character with a touch of colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you can refresh your old table.

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