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Some 30 years ago, our speaker tonight, John Burnet, acquired a single beehive, and this introduced him to the exciting world of bees and the consequent growth of his hive holding to twenty-four. This hive empire, which is urban-based, produces about 200 kg of honey in a year and John consumes some… View moreSome 30 years ago, our speaker tonight, John Burnet, acquired a single beehive, and this introduced him to the exciting world of bees and the consequent growth of his hive holding to twenty-four. This hive empire, which is urban-based, produces about 200 kg of honey in a year and John consumes some himself and then sells the surplus on the local market.
Bees are essential for pollination in agriculture and horticulture and so, in 1839, Mary Bumby managed to establish two hives in the Hokianga (imagine the issues around bringing hives on a sailing ship from the other side of the world!) and then commercial beekeeping was established in 1878.
Most bees in New Zealand are honeybees (an Italian variety) although there are less social and shorter living native bees and smaller numbers of other introduced bees.
We have the highest number of hives per capita in the world with 885,160 registered hives with 10,340 beekeepers managing them.
Hive production has decreased over the years as commercial production has increased and the workload for managing hives has increased because of the establishment of varroa mites throughout the country.
We all know about the pampered life a Queen bee leads but of interest was the fact that any worker bee can be transformed into a queen if the need arises. The queen also, by choice, chooses the sex of her offspring.
Worker bees are infertile females, and they work a punishing schedule during their life that can last from six weeks to six months in the winter. It is all work and no play.
The drones are indolent males; however, there is a certain brutality to life as they are thrown out in winter when the hive population declines from around 60,000 to 20,000 and their sexual abilities are no longer in demand.
There is considerable interest in having bees in an urban environment and brightly coloured hives can be seen in many locations. If you have wondered why the multi-colour hives exist, the answer is it helps the bees find their home after a hard day in the field.
There are many plants that can be used to attract bees which are in everyone’s interest but the tip that found the most favour was to let your lawn grow longer by mowing less frequently.
Tēnā koutou! Are you a teacher or educator who is keen to help your school and your students embrace a culture dedicated to climate action? Does the idea of sustainable behaviour patterns for life appeal to you? Or maybe you’d like to be the person who transformed the way your kura/school or … View moreTēnā koutou! Are you a teacher or educator who is keen to help your school and your students embrace a culture dedicated to climate action? Does the idea of sustainable behaviour patterns for life appeal to you? Or maybe you’d like to be the person who transformed the way your kura/school or kōhanga/early childhood centre thought about and dealt with waste?
Well, thanks to funding from the Ministry for the Environment, Sustainability Trust is holding a FREE 1-day workshop to help you do this.
This workshop is part of the Your Sustainable Schools (YSSN) Train the Trainer programme.
YSSN Train the Trainer Porirua is on 12 August from 9 am to 4 pm at Te Rauparaha Arena.
Only 20 spots remaining.
For more information & to book, head to - Your Sustainable Schools Porirua
Join the movement to help make Aotearoa a better place to live!
Recreate a Kiwiana classic using butterflise and Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own.
I am not sure all these benefits are scientifically proven but honey makes you feel good anyway.
Bagged pinecones, $12 for 50, or 3 bags for $30. Pickup from Tawa or can possibly deliver in Tawa area.
Do you know as we age and change so do our nutritional needs and requirements?
Are you struggling with your weight and fitness?
Not sure where to start?
On August 16th we start a new 6 week programme to equip you with nutrition skills to help you feel fitter, stronger and lighter!
Message me… View moreDo you know as we age and change so do our nutritional needs and requirements?
Are you struggling with your weight and fitness?
Not sure where to start?
On August 16th we start a new 6 week programme to equip you with nutrition skills to help you feel fitter, stronger and lighter!
Message me for more information.
Hi Neighbours, back to school has thrown your routine into chaos? HelloFresh has dinner sorted for you. With our +20 quick and easy recipes (covering a range of dietary needs with new ones added every week!), dinner time will become a delicious breeze🌿
With no lock-in contracts, you can … View moreHi Neighbours, back to school has thrown your routine into chaos? HelloFresh has dinner sorted for you. With our +20 quick and easy recipes (covering a range of dietary needs with new ones added every week!), dinner time will become a delicious breeze🌿
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PUPPY AVAILABLE, Has had first parvo shot and vet check.
9wks old Thursday the 29th, so ready for new home.
Mastiff X StaffyX Has been wormed every 2wks from 4wks old. Fully weaned off mum.
Only experienced dog owners with fenced sections will be considered. Please no time wasters. Location is … View morePUPPY AVAILABLE, Has had first parvo shot and vet check.
9wks old Thursday the 29th, so ready for new home.
Mastiff X StaffyX Has been wormed every 2wks from 4wks old. Fully weaned off mum.
Only experienced dog owners with fenced sections will be considered. Please no time wasters. Location is Porirua/Wellington Region
This is a smoke free car.
This comes with
- Fog Lights
- Roof Rails
- Interior Details: Leather
- Factory Alloy Wheels,
- 7 Seats,
- Seat Trim : Leather, … View moreThis is a smoke free car.
This comes with
- Fog Lights
- Roof Rails
- Interior Details: Leather
- Factory Alloy Wheels,
- 7 Seats,
- Seat Trim : Leather,
- Front Wheel Drive,
- Deck Liner,
- Rear Wiper,
- Tints,
- AA CERTIFIED,
- Chain Driven,
- Electronic Stability Control,
- Low Tyre Pressure Warning System,
- Paddle Shift,
- Tiptronic,
- TSI Turbo Motor,
- 10 SRS Airbags,
- 3 Diagonal Rear Belts,
- 7 Full Shoulder Belts,
- AM/FM Stereo,
- Auto Headlights,
Auto Wipers,
AUX Input,
Child Seat Anchor Points,
Cup Holders,
Dark Trim,
Dual Climate Air Conditioning,
Reverse Camera
Kiwi Can can go beyond a students time at Primary School 💚
Check out what Head of Memberships at Diversity Works NZ, Ola Ioane has to say about his experience with Kiwi Can!
"I have a deeply personal connection to Graeme Dingle Foundation as I was blessed to be a child in your youth … View moreKiwi Can can go beyond a students time at Primary School 💚
Check out what Head of Memberships at Diversity Works NZ, Ola Ioane has to say about his experience with Kiwi Can!
"I have a deeply personal connection to Graeme Dingle Foundation as I was blessed to be a child in your youth development programmes many years ago. For this, I extend a massive fa’afetai lava (thank you!). Will always be super grateful for the learning and development from your programme. I was part of Kiwi Can through Koru School. My Kiwi Can Leader was an awesome human named Ina (I think that’s his name). Funny – I don’t remember much about primary school but I definitely remember our Kiwi Can sessions."
Ola Ioane, Diversity Works NZ
We now have a new official combined Facebook page for our Wellington Community Pools - Tawa, Karori, Keith Spry, Freyberg, Thorndon and Khandallah. It’s your one stop shop for all pool updates, timetable information and any upcoming fun events.
All of our individual pool pages will be closing … View moreWe now have a new official combined Facebook page for our Wellington Community Pools - Tawa, Karori, Keith Spry, Freyberg, Thorndon and Khandallah. It’s your one stop shop for all pool updates, timetable information and any upcoming fun events.
All of our individual pool pages will be closing down on Monday 2 August, so now is the time to follow our new page to get updates on your local pool. This page does not include Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre.
Click the read more button below to follow the page now!
Three comfortable armchairs FREE to good home. Vinyl surface is peeling off, we just put a rug over each one, and they were very usable.
Two desk units in good condition: $50 each
1 – rectangular with two drawers underneath 1220x570mm
2 – rectangular with a round bulge at one end: … View moreThree comfortable armchairs FREE to good home. Vinyl surface is peeling off, we just put a rug over each one, and they were very usable.
Two desk units in good condition: $50 each
1 – rectangular with two drawers underneath 1220x570mm
2 – rectangular with a round bulge at one end: 2200x800; bulge is 1000mm round.
Both are currently disassembled.
Will consider delivery to Johnsonville/Tawa/Porirua
Desk units are free if you take the armchairs too!
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