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1945 days ago

washing line

Wayne from Waitara

has anyone have a washing line . a rotary one please

1946 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1946 days ago

Poll: What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View more
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)

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What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?
  • 1.3% Monday
    1.3% Complete
  • 1.6% Tuesday
    1.6% Complete
  • 3.1% Wednesday
    3.1% Complete
  • 6.2% Thursday
    6.2% Complete
  • 68.1% Friday
    68.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Saturday
    12.8% Complete
  • 6.8% Sunday
    6.8% Complete
1635 votes
1946 days ago

Should you be leaving your heat pump on?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.

And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.

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1946 days ago

BOOK FAIR - UPDATE! Fill a BOX of $1 BOOKS for ONLY $5!!

Jean Bennetts from New Plymouth Corps - The Salvation Army

Friday 2 August 9am - 6pm
Saturday 3 August 9am - 12.30pm
at The Salvation Army, New Plymouth Corps,
corner Powderham & Dawson Streets, New Plymouth.
Swap a Can of Food for a Kid's Book.
Funds raised will help support The Salvation Army's work in your local community.
Thank you for… View more
Friday 2 August 9am - 6pm
Saturday 3 August 9am - 12.30pm
at The Salvation Army, New Plymouth Corps,
corner Powderham & Dawson Streets, New Plymouth.
Swap a Can of Food for a Kid's Book.
Funds raised will help support The Salvation Army's work in your local community.
Thank you for standing side by side with Kiwis in need.
Phone 027 491 0012 for more details

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1949 days ago

Poll: What's your pet hate?

Blanton Smith Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

We're sure there are many more things that grind your gears so leave us a comment if your biggest pet hate isn't on the list. And if you think we're always looking for the negative vote in our positive poll coming later in the week.

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What's your pet hate?
  • 27.9% People who leave dog poo
    27.9% Complete
  • 0.9% People who leave chewing gum stuck to tables
    0.9% Complete
  • 18% People who litter
    18% Complete
  • 14.4% People who spit on the footpath
    14.4% Complete
  • 3.6% Drivers who cut cyclists off
    3.6% Complete
  • 11.7% Drivers who don't indicate
    11.7% Complete
  • 8.1% People who let their dogs or cats roam
    8.1% Complete
  • 9.9% Door knockers
    9.9% Complete
  • 2.7% People who don't put their supermarket trolleys away
    2.7% Complete
  • 2.7% Pedestrians who don't use the crossing
    2.7% Complete
111 votes
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