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1893 days ago

PURPLE - A Colourful History

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

It’s safe to say that you can expect to pay the same price for the same fabric, regardless of the colour. But only a few generations ago, the cost depended on the colour of the cloth because some dyes were so expensive to obtain.


Purple was so expensive that only royalty could afford it!

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It’s safe to say that you can expect to pay the same price for the same fabric, regardless of the colour. But only a few generations ago, the cost depended on the colour of the cloth because some dyes were so expensive to obtain.


Purple was so expensive that only royalty could afford it!

Tyrian Purple, otherwise known Royal Purple or Imperial Purple, dyes fabric a beautiful deep purple shade. In ancient times, the dyestuffs were obtained from the Mediterranean sea snail. The purple is used by the snail as part of predatory and defensive behaviour – the secretion can be extracting by poking and antagonizing the snail, and the resulting goo would gradually become purple on exposure to sunlight. ‘Milking the snail’ was a renewable resource, but so labour-intensive that usually the snails were crushed completely to extract the colour. Mountains of snail shells have been found at the ancient sites of Sidon and Tyre – they were harvested to such extremes that for a long time, the Murex snail was considered extinct.


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1893 days ago

Consultation opens on draft dangerous buildings policy

Communications from Tauranga City Council

We’re reviewing our Earthquake-prone, Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings Policy. Most of the proposed changes are to reflect amendments to the Building Act. We’d like to know if you think we’ve missed anything out, or if we should change anything to make the policy more effective: … View moreWe’re reviewing our Earthquake-prone, Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings Policy. Most of the proposed changes are to reflect amendments to the Building Act. We’d like to know if you think we’ve missed anything out, or if we should change anything to make the policy more effective: www.tauranga.govt.nz...
Not interested in policy changes? Find out what to do if you have concerns about a building and what council can do about it.

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1893 days ago

Speak Te Reo with Neighbourly!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora koutou! I'm Zach, one of the Neighbourly Team!

For Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, we want to encourage our Neighbourly members to use more Te Reo in their neighbourhoods. To help with that here a few questions and answers to use with your neighbours. From simple greetings to asking about … View more
Kia ora koutou! I'm Zach, one of the Neighbourly Team!

For Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, we want to encourage our Neighbourly members to use more Te Reo in their neighbourhoods. To help with that here a few questions and answers to use with your neighbours. From simple greetings to asking about rubbish bin collections - we have it covered!

Have a watch and give it a go! www.youtube.com...

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1894 days ago

Piano

Sam from Bethlehem

Hi there, we are looking for a small-medium sized piano. Just thought we would put it out there and see if anyone has one they are thinking of selling? Happy to pay for the piano but am on a budget. :)

1894 days ago

Three-minute power te reo Māori lesson: Five words every Kiwi should know

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

You don't need to learn how to speak perfect, formal te reo Māori to help normalise the language of Aotearoa - you can do it one word at a time.

At the end of this three-minute power te reo Māori lesson you'll know five key words and how to use them.

On Friday our … View more
Hi Neighbours,

You don't need to learn how to speak perfect, formal te reo Māori to help normalise the language of Aotearoa - you can do it one word at a time.

At the end of this three-minute power te reo Māori lesson you'll know five key words and how to use them.

On Friday our tutor, Anton Matthews, will be live on Stuff at 12.30pm to answer any questions from this week's lessons.

For more lessons, click here

1894 days ago

Neighbourhood Support is proud to support Te Wiki o te Reo Māori which kicks off today!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here are 3 words you can use in your next kōrero about mental health + well-being. 🗣🧡

#NSNZmentalhealth #TeWikioTeReoMāori #KiaKahaTeReoMāori

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1900 days ago

JP

Linda from Pyes Pa

hi does anyone know of a JP at the lakes? or locally

1895 days ago

Roof Spraying, House Washing, Driveway & Path Cleaning

John from 2menatwk

Protect Your biggest ASSET, your Home

Book your home in for a house wash to remove all the winter mold, dirt & grime!

We are professionals with over 20 years experience in the following:

House Washing, including (soft wash) We can reach 2 stories from the ground. No need to get on … View more
Protect Your biggest ASSET, your Home

Book your home in for a house wash to remove all the winter mold, dirt & grime!

We are professionals with over 20 years experience in the following:

House Washing, including (soft wash) We can reach 2 stories from the ground. No need to get on your roof.
We spray an environmentally friendly chemical on your home, prior to washing, to help remove the hard dirt & grime.

Slippery Diveways, Paths & Decks. We have specifically designed equipment for cleaning Concrete & Timber.

Roof Mold & Lichen Removal. We can renew your mold or lichen covered ROOF! Our chemical will react every time it RAINS, continuing to kill the spores!

References are available.

We would also like to thank all our previous HAPPY clients, for using our services, It is greatly appreciated.

Please look at our photos below, & see what we can do for you.

Call John
2menatwk@gmail.com
021 1426257
07 5718697

1896 days ago

Beauty, Massage and Homeopathy

Christine from Body Treatments

Christine is a registered Homeopath and is available to take appointments for any problems or concerns. Homeopathy is an alternative treatment that has been used in clinical practice for over 200 years and helps support the body back to good health.
Christine is a Qualified Beauty Therapist with … View more
Christine is a registered Homeopath and is available to take appointments for any problems or concerns. Homeopathy is an alternative treatment that has been used in clinical practice for over 200 years and helps support the body back to good health.
Christine is a Qualified Beauty Therapist with over 38 years in the Beauty Industry
Beauty and Massage treatments available by appointment including Facials, Tinting, Waxing, IPL and Massage phone 5706270

1894 days ago

Meet the Shell V-Power Team at Beaurepaires!

Anna Smith from Beaurepaires Tauranga Cameron Road

Come and meet the Shell V-Power Team at Beaurepaires East Tamaki on 11th September 2019.


That’s right, Fabian Coulthard and Scott McLaughlin are making a special appearance at midday and you’re invited!

The lads will be doing a bit of a Q&A session, signing autographs and taking pictures… View more
Come and meet the Shell V-Power Team at Beaurepaires East Tamaki on 11th September 2019.


That’s right, Fabian Coulthard and Scott McLaughlin are making a special appearance at midday and you’re invited!

The lads will be doing a bit of a Q&A session, signing autographs and taking pictures so you won’t want to miss this.

The first 30 people will get a FREE Dunlop Cap and everyone who attends gets 20% OFF an Oil Change at Beaurepaires!

Date: Wednesday 11th September 2019
Time: 11:45am – 1:00pm (Drivers on site 12:00pm – 12:45pm)
Location: Beaurepaires - 121 Harris Road East Tamaki, Auckland

Click the 'Read More' button to join our Facebook Event Page.

Even if you can’t make it along... you can still snap up our great September Supercar Specials available nationwide until 30 September 2019.

We're offering 20% Off SP Sportmaxx Tyres and 40% off Selected Shell Motor Oils.

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1894 days ago

Marian’s Walk will Inspire Youth to Take On the Challenge of Life

Graeme Dingle Foundation

For Marian Campbell, walking the length of New Zealand is a way of both inspiring young people to find a pathway in life, and paying homage to the people who have inspired her.

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1895 days ago

Get a strong start

BCITO

We’re helping women take that first step into the trades. Women who have the right kinds of strengths for the trades. Mental strength, determination, endurance, perseverance. Strengths that many women with life experience have.

If you’re thinking of changing career or returning to work, … View more
We’re helping women take that first step into the trades. Women who have the right kinds of strengths for the trades. Mental strength, determination, endurance, perseverance. Strengths that many women with life experience have.

If you’re thinking of changing career or returning to work, register for The BCITO & Mitre 10 Building Women Night.

You’ll get to chat to women apprentices paving the way, talk to BCITO people about the 15 different trade qualifications, meet employers about future opportunities, or have a crack on the tools for a taste of the trades.

Book your spot now buildingwomen.nz
Book now

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1896 days ago

Do you love puzzles?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We have just launched our newest print product. You can now receive a monthly puzzle book packed with over 200 unique puzzles and delivered to your home each month! 100% New Zealand made and owned, just like your newspaper. Find out more

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1896 days ago

Wooden framed figurine paintings x 2

Eloise from Pyes Pa

Brown and gold knife carved paintings. Looking at $200

Negotiable

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1896 days ago

Antique wooden chairs x 2

Eloise from Pyes Pa

Chairs in very good condition. Not sure of the type of wood.

Price: $200

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