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Hi . does anyone have a metal bath tub , no longer in use. or one you had out in the paddock.. surplus to requirements? Would much appreciate. thankyou.. cheers carol
Beware of cell phone message asking for extra postage for a parcel you maybe expecting.... the cell phone number that was used is 0218945047.. i have blacklisted this number.. the company name by UPS united parcel service
With summer just around the corner and the warmer weather setting in, you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors leaving doors and windows open to get fresh, cool breezes through your home. But leaving your home open may increase the risk of break-ins and create an easy way for intruders … View moreWith summer just around the corner and the warmer weather setting in, you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors leaving doors and windows open to get fresh, cool breezes through your home. But leaving your home open may increase the risk of break-ins and create an easy way for intruders to gain entry into your home.
Exceed is here to help you with 10 top tips to improve your home security:
1 - Use key-operated locks on doors and windows – and don’t hide spare keys under doormats or in obvious places for burglars to find them easily
2 - Install security screens on all doors to keep your family safe
3 - Install window security stays to increase security, natural safe ventilation and prevent children falling from high windows
4 - Install hinge bolts to stop doors from being lifted out of their frames
5 - Upgrade beads and rubbers to hold any glass in place
6 - Install digital deadlocks so you no longer need to remember your keys when you leave your home and grant short term access to friends or Airbnb guests
7 - If you have an alarm system, make sure it is working properly
8 - Keep plants trimmed around doors and windows and install sensor lights or CCTV cameras
9 - Don’t leave valuable items like keys out in easy view for opportunistic thieves
10 - If you’re going away on holidays, make your home look occupied – leave the TV or radio playing, set lights to come on with a timer and ask a neighbour to collect your mail and take care of bins
Being aware of potential security risks and taking action early is the best way to keep your home and loved ones safe.
Click the link below to learn how Exceed we fix windows & doors specialists in your area can help you improve your home security!
HOW DOES WOOL BIODEGRADE?
All materials of animal and vegetable origin have some degree of biodegradability, meaning that they are capable of being decomposed by the action of living organisms, such as fungi and bacteria. Wool is composed of the natural protein keratin, which is similar to the … View moreHOW DOES WOOL BIODEGRADE?
All materials of animal and vegetable origin have some degree of biodegradability, meaning that they are capable of being decomposed by the action of living organisms, such as fungi and bacteria. Wool is composed of the natural protein keratin, which is similar to the protein that makes up human hair. When keratin is broken down naturally by microorganisms, the products do not pose any environmental hazard.
WOOL READILY BIODEGRADES IN MOIST, WARM CONDITIONS
On disposal, if wool is kept warm and moist or buried in soil, fungal and bacterial growths develop which produce enzymes that digest wool. On the other hand, thanks to the unique chemical structure of keratin and wool’s tough, water-repellent outer membrane, clean and dry wool fibres do not readily degrade. This allows wool products to be resilient and long-lasting in normal conditions.
WOOL BIODEGRADES QUICKLY
Wool biodegrades readily in as little as three to four months but the rate varies with soil, climate and wool characteristics. This releases essential elements such as nitrogen, sulphur and magnesium back to the soil, able to be taken up by growing plants. Some studies found more rapid degradation after only four weeks’ burial in soils. Research has shown that processing treatments such as dyeing and anti-shrink treatment can affect the rate of biodegradation in soil, causing an increase in the initial resistance of wool fabric to degradation. However, this is a short-term effect, typically not persisting beyond eight weeks.
WOOL RETURNS ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS TO THE SOIL
On burial in soil, wool becomes a slow-release fertiliser providing nutrients for uptake and growth by other organisms. Some have even used wool fertiliser to foster herb and vegetable growth. This is known as natural closed loop recycling; restoring the initial inputs of soil and grass. Other beneficial effects of adding wool to soils include enhanced water holding capacity, improved water infiltration, soil aeration and reduced erosion. Ground-up wool carpet, when used as a fertiliser, increased the dry matter yield of grass growth by 24% to 82%.
WOOL DOES NOT ADD TO LANDFILL VOLUMES OR MICROFIBRE POLLUTION
Natural fibres biodegrade naturally in a relatively short period in soils and aquatic systems and therefore do not accumulate in landfill and oceans. Results from a University of Canterbury study demonstrate that wool degrades in a marine environment. In contrast, synthetic textiles persist for many decades and can disintegrate to small fragments. Commonly known as microplastics, or microfibres when less than 5mm in diameter, these fragments accumulate in aquatic environments and land disposal sites where they have negative effects on ecosystems when consumed by organisms. A single polyester fleece garment can produce more than 1900 fibres per wash. Ingestion has a negative impact on organisms, sometimes causing death through starvation as plastic replaces food in the stomach. Once in the food chain, microplastics potentially also affect human health via seafood consumption.
At Curtain Clean we are all about minimising waste and reducing the amount of uncompostable materials going into landfill. Keep in mind that a lot of fabrics can be washed and don't need to be thrown away! Call us on 07 579 0501 if you have something you'd like cleaned, we can treat almost all fabrics.
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Today, Tauranga City Council approved an important upgrade for Totara Street to make it safer for people who walk and ride bikes.
A 3m wide shared path and a separated cycleway will give cyclists more opportunity to ride off the road, away from traffic.
You can find more information about this … View moreToday, Tauranga City Council approved an important upgrade for Totara Street to make it safer for people who walk and ride bikes.
A 3m wide shared path and a separated cycleway will give cyclists more opportunity to ride off the road, away from traffic.
You can find more information about this project on our website
UPDATE 17/11, 4.24pm:
During scheduled maintenance on Mauao today our team found a large boulder/rock that needs to be remove for safety reasons.
The Mauao base track and Oruahine track will remain closed tonight instead of opening at 4pm, as planned, to allow work to continue this evening.
… View moreUPDATE 17/11, 4.24pm:
During scheduled maintenance on Mauao today our team found a large boulder/rock that needs to be remove for safety reasons.
The Mauao base track and Oruahine track will remain closed tonight instead of opening at 4pm, as planned, to allow work to continue this evening.
The 4X4 and Waikorire tracks to the summit will remain open.
We are aiming to get all tracks open again by around 6.30am tomorrow morning. Thank you for your patience.
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Heads up! We’re doing some maintenance work on Mauao next week. To ensure your safety there will be some closures in place.
- The Mauao base track and Oruahine track will be closed on Tuesday, 17 November from 7am to 4pm. The 4X4 and Waikorire tracks to the summit will remain open. Barriers and security will be in place at all closure points.
Please also note on Monday, 16 November a Stop/Go will be in place along the base track. A person based at either side of the Stop/Go will allow walkers/runners through when it is safe.
I have a 2012 honda fit hybrid and just this weekend have IMA on dash and now has shut some functions down like radio, central locking and hybrid side doe not seem to be working. does anybody know anything about this.
Hi. Does anyone know of any Xmas Day lunch venues - not buffet.
Harbourside is fully booked. Trinity is buffet. Blue Biyou not doing lunches this Xmas Day. Thanks, Sharon
Innovating Streets at The Mount is all about creating a better street environment for everyone - now and in the future.
Your feedback on our ideas is key in determining the way forward. Let us know what changes to Mount streets you would like to see tested.
Head to our website to share your … View moreInnovating Streets at The Mount is all about creating a better street environment for everyone - now and in the future.
Your feedback on our ideas is key in determining the way forward. Let us know what changes to Mount streets you would like to see tested.
Head to our website to share your thoughts and help shape the future of The Mount.
Just to remind you: there is a superb online petition sponsored by the Papamoa ratepayers association at www.papamoaprogressive.co.nz...
If you want a reality check, consider how the TCC is "gaslighting" us about their Kerbside rubbish collection mandate for next year. Read the … View moreJust to remind you: there is a superb online petition sponsored by the Papamoa ratepayers association at www.papamoaprogressive.co.nz...
If you want a reality check, consider how the TCC is "gaslighting" us about their Kerbside rubbish collection mandate for next year. Read the information/research conducted by the Papamoa ratepayers association that follows on from their petition against the TCC's action.
You can go directly to the petition at: www.taurangarubbishoptions.com... . Then just keep scrolling down.
Remember this "Neighbourly" post from Julie Rau at election time: "As quoted in Sunlive Mayor Powell, Councillors Clout, Hughes, Abrie, Grainger, Baldock voted for the the new overseas owned operator. Remember them when voting in the next council elections."
Looking for a second hand exercise bike for my mother in law for her knee fitness regime, ours just broken.
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Our city continues to grow and some of the City Plan rules need to change to provide more housing capacity and to ensure development and redevelopment is managed in a safe manner.
Have your say on our proposed rules for:
- housing choice
- flooding from intense rainfall
- earthworks
Head to our… View moreOur city continues to grow and some of the City Plan rules need to change to provide more housing capacity and to ensure development and redevelopment is managed in a safe manner.
Have your say on our proposed rules for:
- housing choice
- flooding from intense rainfall
- earthworks
Head to our website and learn more about the proposals and how you can make a submission.
A series of public open days will be held across the city to discuss the proposed plan changes and answer any questions you may have. Find one happening near you.
Submissions close 18 December.
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