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Looking for major help in garden. I have had bad luck with my health these last good number of months culminating with a broken sternum after a fall. Even pottering is out of the question for me at present. If interested in looking at the what needs to be done and offering a quote please be in … View moreLooking for major help in garden. I have had bad luck with my health these last good number of months culminating with a broken sternum after a fall. Even pottering is out of the question for me at present. If interested in looking at the what needs to be done and offering a quote please be in contact. (Waikanae).
Kāpiti-Horowhenua experienced the coldest October in a decade, largely due to the persistent nor’westerlies, particularly over the first weeks of the month. Rainfall was again well below average and it was sunnier than usual. We again escaped the severe weather events of some regions, and local … View moreKāpiti-Horowhenua experienced the coldest October in a decade, largely due to the persistent nor’westerlies, particularly over the first weeks of the month. Rainfall was again well below average and it was sunnier than usual. We again escaped the severe weather events of some regions, and local warnings again failed to eventuate, although there were a couple of scary wind storms.
The average daily maximum temperature was 17.1 degrees, only three points below average, largely due to an increase in temperatures towards the end of the month. However, eastern areas of central New Zealand were a degree or more warmer due to the same nor-westerlies raising their temperatures. Blenheim had 11 days over 20 degrees, we had one, that on the last day of the month.
Rainfall of around 70 mm was deficient by about 25 percent; not a good sign for summer.
The lack of sunshine early in the month saw an increase later, with the equivalent of 18 sunny days being above average.
With the wind decreasing and increasing sunshine, November could be a summer month (based on a 20 degree temperature average) as it often is, but with an average of 19.3 degrees over the last decade it cannot be guaranteed.
A couple of years ago my wife and I bought a new well-known and respected brand of hybrid car. We decided on a hybrid because of the advantages offered by electric vehicles coupled with the extended range of a petrol motor. It has been a gem of a car - until last weekend when it refused to start. … View moreA couple of years ago my wife and I bought a new well-known and respected brand of hybrid car. We decided on a hybrid because of the advantages offered by electric vehicles coupled with the extended range of a petrol motor. It has been a gem of a car - until last weekend when it refused to start. No warning. No alarm. NOTHING. It just would not start. By absolute chance the local AA rep was across the road on a separate call-out. He was extremely efficient, explained the problem, and was able to start our car so we could get home. He then came to our home and fitted a new battery. It transpires that while the car is in the electric mode, the auxiliary battery is unable to be charged. As in conventional cars there is an alternator connected to the petrol motor, but not in electric. So, just a heads-up for hybrid owners: Be aware - save money, petrol and the planet by going electric, and be prepared for a great deal of inconvenience and annoyance and to pay out between $250 and $600 for a replacement auxiliary battery which could (and did) fail with no warning after about 35000 kilometers. Or just use the petrol mode. Maybe I'll just go and buy a horse.
For many people, the thought of downsizing and moving to a new house can be pretty daunting, especially if you’ve lived in the family home for the last 20 to 30 years. But if you take the plunge, it can open the door for you to truly expand your life.
There are two things to consider when … View moreFor many people, the thought of downsizing and moving to a new house can be pretty daunting, especially if you’ve lived in the family home for the last 20 to 30 years. But if you take the plunge, it can open the door for you to truly expand your life.
There are two things to consider when you’ve decided to sell up – how to present your home so it’s appealing to buyers and packing up your home for the physical move.
Before you jump into renovations to make the place look shiny and new, think carefully about the value they will add to the house and whether you’ll recover that cost in the sale price. Renovations can be costly, stressful and time-consuming, so they’re only worth making if they’ll add significant value to your house sale.
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Long lowish bookcase for sale. (180cm wide, 80cm tall and 30cm wide) Reasonable condition, used to be in a CEO office in Wgtn. Was $40 reduced to $30. (Two shelves for the unit are on top and nor shown in place.) If interested, let me know and we can haggle. Cheers
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Street cred red! Sexy wheels, sunshine room and all the trimmings. An eye-turner, especially among the young and those of a certain age. Runs well. Sad to sell but we are going away. 1895cc German-made, imported built-up. 143,132km. Just passed WOF.
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For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this Jennian home in the Coromandel worth over $1 million. Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two outdoor decks and an open-plan kitchen,… View moreChoose retreat or residence as the winner of this brand-new, fully furnished home in beautiful Whitianga.
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this Jennian home in the Coromandel worth over $1 million. Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two outdoor decks and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.
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It's time to make a splash at Waikanae Pools! That's right Kāpiti, the local summer favourite has opened its gates for the first day of the season yesterday, and the team are looking forward to seeing you there soon.
What’s happening this week…
💦 Aquafit is on Monday, … View moreIt's time to make a splash at Waikanae Pools! That's right Kāpiti, the local summer favourite has opened its gates for the first day of the season yesterday, and the team are looking forward to seeing you there soon.
What’s happening this week…
💦 Aquafit is on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9.15am and Tuesdays, 7pm
💦 school lessons are back
💦 Learn to Swim classes start today from 3pm
💦 swim club starts Thursday 2 November – Monday and Thursday night the pools will close at 6pm for this.
While the main pool is open today, the toddler pool will open a few days later. To keep up to date with lane availability, activities and more, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
If you have a roof rack or bars then with summer coming you need a roof box for the holidays. This is a Hapro Traxer 5.6 (370lt) dimensions 177cm long 77cm wide and 42 cm high. Current retail price around $899. I used it once for a week but no longer need it Forget about the trailer! I am in … View moreIf you have a roof rack or bars then with summer coming you need a roof box for the holidays. This is a Hapro Traxer 5.6 (370lt) dimensions 177cm long 77cm wide and 42 cm high. Current retail price around $899. I used it once for a week but no longer need it Forget about the trailer! I am in Raumati South.
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