1 day ago

Spring gardening tips

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.

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42 minutes ago

Mosaic in Tasman

Will from Upper Moutere

Mosaic class in Tasman
Saturday 23rd November 2024 0930-0500
at 159 Stringerroad/ Tasman Ph 03 5402019 or 027 5483793
Spaces are limited to 5 people
Mosaic workshop with artist Maria Middlebrook-Wells (Dip VA)
I have a range of mosaic backers (butterflies, bees, heart, tui and fantail) to choose from an two mirror sizes but you have a smaller item like a terracotta pot or saucer flat edge mirror etc you wish to mosaic I am all into recycling and revamping second hand items so you can bring them along.
Learn how to use variety mosaic tools and materials
You will go home with a finished piece of artwork (depending on size and complexity) and the ability to create your own pieces at home.
Morning and afternoon tea will be provided just bring your own lunch.
Parents and children from 10 years and upwards welcome
Suitable for beginners through to some experience.
All basic materials as well as tools/safety equipment will be provided in a heated modern studio. Extra will be charged for more expensive tiles and decorations or for those doing larger projects.
Fees $140 for one day
for bookings and payment details contact us
on ourwebsite www.mjmw.co.nz... or contact us by mail under mjmw@xtra.co.nz

1 day ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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20 hours ago

Does Your Organisation Need New Flooring?

Carpet Court

Is the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Your organisation could be eligible to receive $2,000 + gst from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to go towards new flooring. Plus, one lucky organisation will win a $20,000 flooring makeover!

Carpet Court is continuing its’ mission to help improve Kiwi kids’ learning environments by rolling out its’ nationwide fund for the fifth year in a row. Apply today!
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