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700 days ago

Manuka honey grading

Rod from Hive World Honey

If you are looking to purchase Genuine manuka honey, the different ways of rating it can be very confusing! UMF, MGO, NPA, or pollen count. Then there is Mono-floral and multi-floral manuka!
These all show the antibacterial level of manuka honey.
The concentration of hydrogen peroxide is what … View more
If you are looking to purchase Genuine manuka honey, the different ways of rating it can be very confusing! UMF, MGO, NPA, or pollen count. Then there is Mono-floral and multi-floral manuka!
These all show the antibacterial level of manuka honey.
The concentration of hydrogen peroxide is what gives manuka its effectiveness along with the fact that honey is hydroscopic (absorbs moisture).


Multi-floral manuka simply means that the bees will have collected other honey at the same time as the active manuka whereas mono- floral will be pure manuka.

Obviously the higher rating the more expensive your honey will be. If you require a good honey for a sore throat etc, a 5+ or 80 MGO is all you need. At the other end of the scale if you are treating a wound I would use a 20+ and apply it topically.

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700 days ago

Jasmine's Career Navigator Story

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Jasmine was recently awarded one of three 'Career Navigator Outstanding Achievement from a Participant' Awards at our National Excellence Awards 🧡

"Career Navigator has been a huge help in giving me as well as other students a complete understanding of the many businesses and … View more
Jasmine was recently awarded one of three 'Career Navigator Outstanding Achievement from a Participant' Awards at our National Excellence Awards 🧡

"Career Navigator has been a huge help in giving me as well as other students a complete understanding of the many businesses and opportunities available for us in the real world after school. It helped us recognise that everything is possible if we are prepared to go the extra mile in life, mentoring with a range of different people really gave us an in depth understanding of workplaces firsthand."

Learn more about Career Navigator through the link below!

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701 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.

This newsletter also includes some … View more
Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.

This newsletter also includes some good advice on how to keep up your hydration and stay safe and cool this summer.

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701 days ago

Stollen But Not Lost...

The Team from

ok, at least I tried 😂🤭! Stollen, Lebkuchen & more, in store @ 130 Main Road Tawa, Wellington & online www.ffh.nz... . Come buy your German Christmas goodies from?? Your local German Shop, of course! You deserve some of them 'home away-from-home' goodness especially this … View moreok, at least I tried 😂🤭! Stollen, Lebkuchen & more, in store @ 130 Main Road Tawa, Wellington & online www.ffh.nz... . Come buy your German Christmas goodies from?? Your local German Shop, of course! You deserve some of them 'home away-from-home' goodness especially this time of year (You, You know who you are!). By now, you would have come to realize that we are all in the new-normal pricing era so just get over it will you 'cos then you'll celebrate even better!

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703 days ago

Are your Christmas plans looking a bit different this year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The cost of living in New Zealand is rising rapidly fuelled by high interest rates and increasing food costs.

How does this affect your household for the most costly season?

Share your thoughts in the comments below. Some may be used in our We Say You Say column in the local papers - add NFP … View more
The cost of living in New Zealand is rising rapidly fuelled by high interest rates and increasing food costs.

How does this affect your household for the most costly season?

Share your thoughts in the comments below. Some may be used in our We Say You Say column in the local papers - add NFP if you wish your reply to be exclu

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701 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
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702 days ago
702 days ago

Moving on from paper tickets

Metlink

Paper tickets are leaving the station. 🚊

From 31 December 2022, 10-trips and off-board single trip tickets won’t be sold at ticket offices or retailers. However, you can still pay on-board with cash.
Find out more

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709 days ago

Poll: Are you able to get help with your health when needed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View more
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.

Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?

Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are you able to get help with your health when needed?
  • 46.2% Wait times are too long - It's unacceptable.
    46.2% Complete
  • 30.8% I can get the help I need, it just takes longer.
    30.8% Complete
  • 7.7% I haven't noticed an issue.
    7.7% Complete
  • 15.3% I'm happy; I have no complaints.
    15.3% Complete
3445 votes
704 days ago

Weekend Family Feed

The Team from

Well, by now you know we are at 130 Main Road Tawa. When you come today for your Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch, don't forget to get that Christmas Giftbox & Gift Vouchers! Otherwise, are you telling me you are doing the same old, same old? That'd be shocking!

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704 days ago

Yukikaze - 1000 pieces complete.

Jenny from Titahi Bay

From the American company Sunsout comes this lovely puzzle which is not too hard to do.
Puzzle and box in perfect condition.

Price: $30

705 days ago

How to make your own Christmas terrarium

Resene

How to make your own Christmas terrarium painted in Resene.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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706 days ago

Repaint a doll's bed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Breathe new life into an old children’s toy with a fun new look using only Resene testpots! Find out how to create your own.

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706 days ago

Toyota Prado VX V6

Bruno from Paremata

Good condition for it's age.

265000km
Leather seats
All auto electric windows
Climate control and A/C for back passengers
Bluetooth radio for calls and music
Satnav
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Good condition for it's age.

265000km
Leather seats
All auto electric windows
Climate control and A/C for back passengers
Bluetooth radio for calls and music
Satnav
Reverse camera
Extra USB charging
Center console cooler (yes it works)
NEW (less than 5000km) Cooper A/T tyres, Cooper warranty can be moved to new owners name
Roof rails with racks
Monsoon weather shields on all four windows
ARB diff breather kit
Trundles heavy duty recovery points
GME 5w 2 way radio and antenna
4x4 system works well with downhill assist and center diff lock.
All the Electrics work as they should.
I have owned this Prado for a year an a half and it has never let me down. It goes everywhere I need it to go and it does it in comfort. Engine pulls real strong with no oil use or smoke.
I am selling as I have found a project that a mate and I are heading up so need this gone to free up some space and money.
There is money owing on the Prado and will be payed with the funds of the sale. Buyer to make payment direct to the finance house to zero the finance and then the new owner will get a confirmation letter of no money owing for the vehicle from the finance bank.

Price: $18,000

706 days ago

Local Service you can trust

Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors

We're qualified local people who we have been serving Wellington families since 1946.

Gee & Hickton has a reputation for professional and caring service from our funeral directors and support staff who are passionate about going the extra mile to ensure families can have peace of mind … View more
We're qualified local people who we have been serving Wellington families since 1946.

Gee & Hickton has a reputation for professional and caring service from our funeral directors and support staff who are passionate about going the extra mile to ensure families can have peace of mind at what can be a very stressful time.

Our commitment is to listen, guide you through the options and then take care of the details to make the funeral service meaningful.

Visit us at 6 Norrie Street, Porirua or contact us at (04) 237 5332
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