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Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

954 days ago

Odd questions people from overseas ask about NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ … View more
Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ is a state of Australia (see below). Have you ever been asked anything surprising about NZ? Feel free to message me or comment below. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in the article. Thanks very much for your help and happy travels.

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954 days ago

Power outage

Wendy from Feilding

Does anyone know what’s happening with the power? There was a big bang then a flash of light now no power

954 days ago

Calling All Artists: Manawatu Art Expo Entries are OPEN

The Feilding & District Art Society

The 15th annual Manawatu Art Expo is taking place at Palmerston North Conference and Function Centre from 15-17 July.

If you're an artist looking for an opportunity to showcase and sell your latest work, this is the event to enter. Last year's Expo attracted hundreds of visitors and … View more
The 15th annual Manawatu Art Expo is taking place at Palmerston North Conference and Function Centre from 15-17 July.

If you're an artist looking for an opportunity to showcase and sell your latest work, this is the event to enter. Last year's Expo attracted hundreds of visitors and this year is set to be just as big!

Registration starts at only $35 (plus art handling fees).

For more information, and to enter, visit www.FeildingArtSociety.com...

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954 days ago
954 days ago

Brilliant boards

The Team from Resene ColorShop Feilding

Transform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured… View moreTransform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured lines or a paint-brush riot – anything goes!

Find out how to create your own.

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954 days ago

Over dealing with SLOW internet?!

The Team from NZ Compare

Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing … View more
Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing your favourite video games, Hyperfibre is going to give you the smoothest experience possible.

Feel the need for speed? Hyperfibre has launched on Broadband Compare. Go check it out now and see if it's right for you!

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954 days ago

Whiteware removal

Carolyn from Foxton

Looking for someone who would remove an upright freezer in Foxton. ( We think it needs a new fan as it freezes at the bottom but not the top)

955 days ago

micro plastic in tea bags

Leonie from Foxton

After reading the article someone posted earlier on this subject, I went to Urban Myths to check it out, and found it is even worse than I thought. It is not only tea bags, but bottled water also contain them. Lots of articles, but this one I found the most informative.
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After reading the article someone posted earlier on this subject, I went to Urban Myths to check it out, and found it is even worse than I thought. It is not only tea bags, but bottled water also contain them. Lots of articles, but this one I found the most informative.
www.plasticsoupfoundation.org...

959 days ago

Extreme temperatures test housing materials!

Climate Insights

More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our … View more
More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our residential property report for insight into your property’s potential risks in the future!

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955 days ago

Changes

Quinton from Milson

A summary of the key announcements:
 

  From midnight this Friday, traffic light settings simplified

·         Changes to Red that will be effective from this weekend are:

·         Capacity limits removed for all outdoor events

·         Indoor capacity limits … View more
A summary of the key announcements:
 

  From midnight this Friday, traffic light settings simplified

·         Changes to Red that will be effective from this weekend are:

·         Capacity limits removed for all outdoor events

·         Indoor capacity limits for the likes of bars and restaurants doubled from 100 to 200

·         Outdoor face mask requirements removed

·         All restrictions other than mask wearing requirements removed at Orange

·         Use of My Vaccine Pass and requirement to scan in ends on April 4

·         All vaccine mandates removed from April 4, except for health and disability, aged care, corrections and border workforces

i.stuff.co.nz...

954 days ago

Homed Manawatu- OUT NOW!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Manawatu

Our House of the Week this week is four-bedroom home in Foxton Beach, complete with a spa on the deck! This low maintenance home is for sale through Lea Brannigan from Ray White. This home and so much more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed … View more
Our House of the Week this week is four-bedroom home in Foxton Beach, complete with a spa on the deck! This low maintenance home is for sale through Lea Brannigan from Ray White. This home and so much more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Manawatū to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Manawatū.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Manawatū gets delivered to letterboxes on a Thursday, and also inserted into the Manawatū Standard, delivered to subscribers, and is available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Karen Baker on 021 973 105 or karen.baker@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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955 days ago

Artist Showcase: Don MacBeth

The Feilding & District Art Society

Don MacBeth came to New Zealand from Scotland over 40 ago and now lives in Feilding with his wife Rochelle (aka) “Rockymac” who is a successful local artist. Don has long been involved in the arts through music – he’s been in rock bands and participated in musical theatre for most of his … View moreDon MacBeth came to New Zealand from Scotland over 40 ago and now lives in Feilding with his wife Rochelle (aka) “Rockymac” who is a successful local artist. Don has long been involved in the arts through music – he’s been in rock bands and participated in musical theatre for most of his life.

Ten years ago, Don started painting. First in acrylics and then in oils. His paintings are now hung in private collections around New Zealand.

Don’s current focus is the art of wood burning (pyrography). It’s an artform that excites him and one he wants to showcase as a true artform, not just a craft. Pyrography is normally created by burning soft woods, but Don’s love of the texture and grains of native woods has led him down a less traditional path. Don’s woodburning is typically done on reclaimed native timber which he cuts and shapes at the Feilding MenzShed before finishing and adding his own artwork at home.

Don is currently busy working on commissions for private and corporate clients. However, a selection of his woodburned charcuterie boards are available to buy now at Feilding Art Centre.

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955 days ago

Garage Sale, this Saturday (26 March)

Carolyn from Foxton

The combined Lions Clubs in Foxton are having another sale of brand new items that came from a closed down variety store. Additional items have been added since our previous sales. Everything is priced very cheaply. Cash only please. Commences 8.30am at the Lions Hall, Park Street, Foxton. Come … View moreThe combined Lions Clubs in Foxton are having another sale of brand new items that came from a closed down variety store. Additional items have been added since our previous sales. Everything is priced very cheaply. Cash only please. Commences 8.30am at the Lions Hall, Park Street, Foxton. Come and grab yourself some real bargains!

Negotiable

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955 days ago

Free

Patricia from Feilding

Yellow Asiatic Lillies free. Pick up Feilding

Free

956 days ago

An update on our awesome team in the Ukraine

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in … View more
NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in Ukraine and are in daily meetings with our staff to confirm their safety and well-being.

Our wonderful developers are facing a climate of unpredictability, we felt it was our responsibility to ensure you, our wonderful Neighbours were both aware and understanding that this environment may cause delays to the many projects we have in the works for 2022.

To show support of our brilliant team, we have temporarily changed our logo on our NZ Compare website. WHICH has also been recently refreshed and looking better than ever thanks to this very team! Go check it out!

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