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It is not Friday but these spoonbills pics are too good not to use. They were taken by Roger Smith from Waikanae.
"We have a good sized
population of royal spoonbills at the Waikanae estuary - recently swelled by new arrivals to around 26 birds. I was hidden in a reed bed adjacent to the … View moreIt is not Friday but these spoonbills pics are too good not to use. They were taken by Roger Smith from Waikanae.
"We have a good sized
population of royal spoonbills at the Waikanae estuary - recently swelled by new arrivals to around 26 birds. I was hidden in a reed bed adjacent to the Waimanu lagoon yesterday afternoon, and managed to capture these lovely images of a bird blissfully unaware of my presence."
What do bees do in winter?
Without blankets, fires, or adjustable thermostats, honeybees have to stick together pretty closely to stay warm (and alive) in the winter. When temperatures in the winter drop below 10 °C, honeybees retreat to their hives and form a winter cluster to keep warm—sort … View moreWhat do bees do in winter?
Without blankets, fires, or adjustable thermostats, honeybees have to stick together pretty closely to stay warm (and alive) in the winter. When temperatures in the winter drop below 10 °C, honeybees retreat to their hives and form a winter cluster to keep warm—sort of like a giant three-month slumber party.
The fate of the hive depends on how sufficiently the winter population has prepared for the cold. To survive and keep warm, the hive must have a robust population of winter-ready bees, plentiful stores of honey to eat, and a secure hive.
A successful winter cluster is made up of a generation of bees with different physiological characteristics from those of the summer population—bees that are a bit more plump to keep up the heat and have a longer lifespan to last the whole winter (4–6 months instead of only a few weeks). The queen will stop laying if food supplies get low to conserve stores.
On warm winter days some bees will venture out in search of winter flowers and pollen. they also leave the hive to poop as the like to keep the hive clean.
Wasps and bumblebees on the other hand all die off except for the queen who will go into hibernation until spring.
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Great news for our Metlink customers and community: all Metlink fares will be half price from 1 April to 30 June 2022. This follows the Government’s announcement that public transport fees will be temporarily reduced across the country to ease the cost of living over the next three months.
To… View moreGreat news for our Metlink customers and community: all Metlink fares will be half price from 1 April to 30 June 2022. This follows the Government’s announcement that public transport fees will be temporarily reduced across the country to ease the cost of living over the next three months.
To see how these changes affect the type of ticket you use, just call 0800 801 700 or see Metlink.org.nz/half-price-fares. And because we’re still dealing with COVID, please bear with us if your services are affected. Thanks, and enjoy the half price fares.
The Antidote delivers your daily dose of good news each weekday afternoon, straight to your inbox.
Based on the Stuff column, the newsletter showcases five happy things from the news, for a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness in the… View moreThe Antidote delivers your daily dose of good news each weekday afternoon, straight to your inbox.
Based on the Stuff column, the newsletter showcases five happy things from the news, for a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness in the world.
Scenery and Sunsets in Papakowhai for our House of the Week this week. On offer through Steve Loader at Harcourts. Check it out in today's edition of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat … View moreScenery and Sunsets in Papakowhai for our House of the Week this week. On offer through Steve Loader at Harcourts. Check it out in today's edition of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy! He’s delivered some epic exclusive deals on broadband just in time for the holidays!
No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband plans starting from $65/m with 6 months of FREE Neon and Amazon Prime with 2degrees or … View moreThe NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy! He’s delivered some epic exclusive deals on broadband just in time for the holidays!
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This is a tough one. A hint is that it was taken in 1974.
It is an historically important photo, so tell us what you think is going on?
Who knew ducks could be so interesting? Once again thanks Louise Thomas for the picture and words.
"Last summer we had a mallard couple that regularly visited us. They would waddle up the drive way, the female in the lead, and come around the back to the kitchen door to see if we had any rice … View moreWho knew ducks could be so interesting? Once again thanks Louise Thomas for the picture and words.
"Last summer we had a mallard couple that regularly visited us. They would waddle up the drive way, the female in the lead, and come around the back to the kitchen door to see if we had any rice or other tasty bits. I often wonder what happened to them, and how they negotiated the roads, and wondered how word got around in the first place that we might be the local soup kitchen. I was going to get a paddling pool for them, but they didn't turn up this summer. Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) male at Days Bay duck pond. Bird #68 in 2022.."
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Glass recycling day in Belmont and yet again I can stare incredulously at the cracks in my recycling crate. A crate that proudly displays the message, “ROTOFORM Ready Made Ready Now when quite clearly it is cracked and not fit for purpose. Hutt City Council were clearly sold an inferior product … View moreGlass recycling day in Belmont and yet again I can stare incredulously at the cracks in my recycling crate. A crate that proudly displays the message, “ROTOFORM Ready Made Ready Now when quite clearly it is cracked and not fit for purpose. Hutt City Council were clearly sold an inferior product and the company from Mangere that sold it to them needs to be held to account. I suggest everyone with a cracked glass recycling crate contacts the company concerned and complains directly. Don’t complain to Hutt City… I’m sure that they are as angry about this product failure as I and indeed you should be about it. Complain directly to ROTOFORM.co.nz
Wellington bakery Sweet Release is making vegan custard-filled hot cross buns. They have been a big hit but what is your favourite hot cross bun - something traditional or something more exotic?
The Graeme Dingle Foundation is a leader in the field of child and youth development, running several successful proven programmes – Kiwi Can, Stars, Career Navigator and Project K.
Our programmes reach young people aged 5-24 and have been proven to have a direct impact on building resilience.… View moreThe Graeme Dingle Foundation is a leader in the field of child and youth development, running several successful proven programmes – Kiwi Can, Stars, Career Navigator and Project K.
Our programmes reach young people aged 5-24 and have been proven to have a direct impact on building resilience. Participating students have access to inspirational leaders and mentors that assist in providing the skills they need to prosper.
Head to the link below to find out more.
Ferrero International S.A. is recalling Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs from New Zealand shelves because of potential contamination with salmonella bacteria.
It forms part of a global recall of affected product, which was manufactured in a Belgian factory. There have been cases of illnesses … View moreFerrero International S.A. is recalling Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs from New Zealand shelves because of potential contamination with salmonella bacteria.
It forms part of a global recall of affected product, which was manufactured in a Belgian factory. There have been cases of illnesses reportedly linked to the product overseas, but there have been no confirmed cases in New Zealand.
The following product is in New Zealand and is affected by this issue and has been recalled:
· Kinder Surprise Maxi 100g (Natoons variety) with batch number L298R03UNB and best before date of 23 August 2022.
The following types of products have been recalled overseas and may also be in New Zealand:
· Kinder Surprise
· Kinder Surprise Maxi
· Kinder Mini Eggs
· Kinder Schokobon
· Kinder Egg Hunt
· Kinder Mix
· Kinder Maxi Mix
· Kinder Happy Moment
People who have Kinder Surprise eggs at home are encouraged to check the label to ensure it is not affected by the recall. Further details are soon to be published on the New Zealand Food Safety Authority's website
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