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1970 days ago

Backyard explosion-do you think a mudpool makes a good garden fixture?

Reporter Rotorua News

Local woman, Susan Gedye woke up to what she thought was an earthquake, but later discovered a mudpool had erupted in her backyard.

"There was mud flying everywhere, it was shaking everything," she said.

Volcanologist, Brad Scott says "The normal behaviour is for it to cool down and go away," but given the amount of heat it let off, he said "it looks like it wants to stay there."

How would you feel about having an authentically-Rotorua mudpool fixture in your backyard?

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3 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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1 day ago

The tiger who came to tea

Resene

Trays are such a useful item to have in the home – they are obviously great for serving food and drinks, particularly breakfast in bed! Find out how to create your own with Resene wallpaper and Resene Colorwood wood stain with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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2 days ago

Does Your Organisation Need New Flooring?

Carpet Court

Is the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Your organisation could be eligible to receive $2,000 + gst from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to go towards new flooring. Plus, one lucky organisation will win a $20,000 flooring makeover!

Carpet Court is continuing its’ mission to help improve Kiwi kids’ learning environments by rolling out its’ nationwide fund for the fifth year in a row. Apply today!
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