Port Nelson, Nelson

1537 days ago

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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add … View more
Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1537 days ago

A DIY project using kitchen utensils?!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Nelson

Take retro inspiration from old kitchen utensils that you can no longer use and turn them into cute and quirky artworks!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1537 days ago

Bikers and businesses gain from harvest delay

Carly Gooch Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The Brook/Codgers area is staying open for recreation due to tree harvesting being delayed until next year.

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1537 days ago

Dust off the masks for the annual parade - Carnivale back on for October

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Nelson council's community services committee has approved $100,000 to fund this year's Mask Parade after Covid disrupted the planning stages. The Nelson Arts Festival Trust is organising an impromptu 'season of the arts' starting in the next few weeks which will end with the … View moreNelson council's community services committee has approved $100,000 to fund this year's Mask Parade after Covid disrupted the planning stages. The Nelson Arts Festival Trust is organising an impromptu 'season of the arts' starting in the next few weeks which will end with the parade. Will you be going along? Have you missed the arts events cancelled by Covid?

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1537 days ago

Check out some of the benefits of retrofit double glazing

RetroFit Double Glazing - Nelson

There are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us … View moreThere are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1538 days ago

Richmond Old Time Dance

Richard from Richmond

We are holding our dance on the Saturday 18th July as usual in the Richmond Town Hall, Cambridge Street.
730pm - 11pm
We currently cannot advertise in the Newspaper, so please pass this message on to those who might be interested
Thank you, Richard Wakelin
03 5444120

1539 days ago

Generation Pandemic: How has Covid-19 affected your children?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

This week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk… View moreThis week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk about having mum or dad home more often, or learning from home. Kids can write a sentence or two to be included in print by emailing kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, by Friday, July 10, at 5pm. Their first names and ages may be used in print. Parents, if you're happy for your children to be photographed please let us know.

1538 days ago

Our ever popular crossbody bags are back in stock.

Mary Jane from Lemon Tree Lane

Lots of different colours, shapes and styles - all one price just $19.90 each

We also have new stock of scarves and jewellery so pop in for a browse!

To see more of our range check out our website www.lemontreelane.co.nz...

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1539 days ago

Holiday Horse Riding Programme

Jim Kennard from Whakatu Riding for the Disabled Association

We had so much fun today, so awesome seeing our holiday program kids enjoying a day of pony care and riding!
We still have a couple more spaces available this week if you are keen to join us for some pony fun!
Thursday is for 2 1/2 hours of pony care and riding, while Friday is for 15 or 25 minute … View more
We had so much fun today, so awesome seeing our holiday program kids enjoying a day of pony care and riding!
We still have a couple more spaces available this week if you are keen to join us for some pony fun!
Thursday is for 2 1/2 hours of pony care and riding, while Friday is for 15 or 25 minute pony rides.
Get in touch ASAP to secure a spot!
Call Pam on 021743344 now

On Saturday 1 August the horses will all have their annual birthday, with cakes (including horsey ones!), food, riding displays and fun for all, come and join us!

If you want to suypport us, you can do that through Givealittle - our riders need this therapy and the horses need all the support you can give. Thank you!

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1539 days ago

Exercise Bike for Sale

Caz from Toi Toi - Washington Valley

Bike in great condition, used only about 6 times at most in last few years!

Price: $100

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1539 days ago

Queen Tattersfield Mattress . VGC

Kara from Hope

Queen Mattress shown in very good condition. Just selling cause we have upgraded and surplus to requirements now.
No rips or tears (that I can see quickly looking over it, cause it's in storage)
The line across it is just a crease line from storage.
Nice Quilted outer.

Is listed elsewhere.
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Queen Mattress shown in very good condition. Just selling cause we have upgraded and surplus to requirements now.
No rips or tears (that I can see quickly looking over it, cause it's in storage)
The line across it is just a crease line from storage.
Nice Quilted outer.

Is listed elsewhere.

Phone 021 866 931.

Price: $90

1539 days ago

Fancy your chances as a modern day Robin Hood?

Katy Jones Reporter from The Nelson Mail

A Nelson Mail reporter tried her hand at hunting dragons with a bow and arrow in the bush, and lived to tell the tale. It's one of around 70 activities discounted through the region's "Backyard Passport" scheme, aimed at supporting local businesses and tourism operators through … View moreA Nelson Mail reporter tried her hand at hunting dragons with a bow and arrow in the bush, and lived to tell the tale. It's one of around 70 activities discounted through the region's "Backyard Passport" scheme, aimed at supporting local businesses and tourism operators through the global coronavirus pandemic.

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1539 days ago

Ask an expert: get answers to your DIY questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, have you had a DIY disaster you need to fix or are you keen to tackle some home improvements but don't know where to start? Well, help is at hand.

Send us your questions about your DIY or decorating dilemmas, including photos if you can, and we'll ask an expert for their… View more
Hey neighbours, have you had a DIY disaster you need to fix or are you keen to tackle some home improvements but don't know where to start? Well, help is at hand.

Send us your questions about your DIY or decorating dilemmas, including photos if you can, and we'll ask an expert for their advice on where to start with your project, any tips and tricks they can share to help you get a great finish - or how you can fix things up if they've already gone wrong! Click here to submit your questions, or email us at homed@stuff.co.nz.

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1539 days ago

Wanted to rent urgently b4 7 aug

Kate from Nelson South

Wanted urgently 2+ bd, for two mature couple with 4yr old cat,have exc refs,long term, unfortunately our flat of 4yrs has sold ,working, pls tx or ring 0220311034 nelson in and around pls

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