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418 days ago

The coming drought?

Mike from Paraparaumu

Today NIWA confirmed an El Nino weather event for the summer. That may mean a long spell of dry weather, so I'd like to share a system for saving young trees and shrubs that I have used with great effect and with a minimal use of water. You get hold of some plastic tubing about 6cms diameter, … View moreToday NIWA confirmed an El Nino weather event for the summer. That may mean a long spell of dry weather, so I'd like to share a system for saving young trees and shrubs that I have used with great effect and with a minimal use of water. You get hold of some plastic tubing about 6cms diameter, from plumbing supplies, or second hand from building recyclers. You cut it into about 1 meter lengths and bury one end of each about 15 cms in the soil so it sits upright over part of the root ball. When the dry hits you patrol with your trusty watering can and a kitchen funnel, filling the tubes up to the top. The water goes directly to the roots with no evaporation. Kia kaha. Mike

418 days ago

Food Recall: Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ Salmon

James from Waikanae

The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ Salmon due to the product being labelled with an incorrect date mark. Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ Salmon with a best before date of 01.06.2025 is affected by this recall. If you have … View moreThe New Zealand King Salmon Co. Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ Salmon due to the product being labelled with an incorrect date mark. Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ Salmon with a best before date of 01.06.2025 is affected by this recall. If you have purchased this product, consume the product by 5 November 2023 or return the product to the retailer for a full refund.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

418 days ago

Hay

Aimee from Paraparaumu Beach

Does anyone out the have any hay they can spare? We have a new rabbit but unsure where to get any hay.

Thanks :)

418 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking … View more
What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking away with $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Stay connected with NZ Compare for the latest broadband and power deals and exciting competitions. We're all about making it easy for you to compare and save money! CLICK HERE to learn more: www.nzcompare.com...

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419 days ago

Holly smoke

Jascinta from Waikanae

Thursday and Friday and Saturday will be there beautiful food beside batista boys mobil

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418 days ago

THE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI

Andrew Laing from The Lions Club of Kapiti

LIONS CLUBS CHRISTMAS CAKES
Support your local Lions Club by purchasing our famous traditional Christmas Fruit Cake.
And they come with a guaranteed shelf life of at least two years!
Full of fruit, 1 kilo & delicious.

LIONS CLUBS – SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY

Single cakes - $20.00 each

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LIONS CLUBS CHRISTMAS CAKES
Support your local Lions Club by purchasing our famous traditional Christmas Fruit Cake.
And they come with a guaranteed shelf life of at least two years!
Full of fruit, 1 kilo & delicious.

LIONS CLUBS – SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY

Single cakes - $20.00 each

To order and support the Lions Club of Kapiti email your name and address to
president.kapiti@lionsclubs.org.nz
or Phone Andrew at 0212137338

419 days ago

Try this heart smart chicken stir-fry!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Whip up this heart smart spring chicken stir-fry for World Heart Day. Packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a zesty stir-fry sauce, this dish is both flavourful and nutritious.

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419 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter The Post

Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is … View more
Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is unusual as they are normally very skittish!
I discovered a shag high up in the trees near a playground too! A shame it was too dark to get a decent capture but I liked the shadow effect! Saw lots of ducks in the stream, I think that there were a couple of Australian Shovellers if I am not mistaken!
The first photos is of tui that I had earlier been stalking around my property. He had plenty to say to me...."

419 days ago

CROFTON DOWNS – WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

UPDATE - 3:30pm

Our team have identified the issue, and water has now been restored.

Please run a cold tap for a few minutes to clear any air pockets or cloudy water from the pipes before using hot taps, dishwashers and washing machines.

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Kia ora Crofton… View more
UPDATE - 3:30pm

Our team have identified the issue, and water has now been restored.

Please run a cold tap for a few minutes to clear any air pockets or cloudy water from the pipes before using hot taps, dishwashers and washing machines.

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Kia ora Crofton Downs,

Our crews have responded to reports of residents experiencing no water across Crofton Downs as well as Warwick Street, Wilton.

Our crews are investigating, and we will update this post with more information once we've identified the cause.

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Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

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420 days ago

EASTBOURNE - WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)
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Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)

Our crews are working to fix this as soon as they can, thank you for your patience.

We'll keep this post updated with the latest info.

Want to receive automatic notifications of incidents in your area?

Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

420 days ago

From Across The Ditch

Marie from Waikanae

Here's a little story posted from sunny Queensland:

When my husband and I arrived at the garage to pick up our car after a service, we were told the keys had been locked in it.
We went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the driver’s side door.
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Here's a little story posted from sunny Queensland:

When my husband and I arrived at the garage to pick up our car after a service, we were told the keys had been locked in it.
We went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the driver’s side door.
As I watched from the passenger side, I instinctively tried the door handle and discovered that it was unlocked.
‘Hey,’ I announced to the mechanic, ‘it’s open!’
His reply, ‘I know. I already did that side.’

STAY ALERT!

They walk among us… and they VOTE !!!

420 days ago

Show us your game-day photos!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to… View more
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan

Go, Team!

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