Moonshine Valley, Upper Hutt

627 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for jerusalem artichokes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ … View moreEvery month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ Gardener.

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628 days ago

Feijoa Trees Not Forever

Michael from Trentham

Through Neighbourly someone in Upper Hutt wants someone else to give him a young fiejoa tree they no longer want.
Which reminds of the fellow in Wallaceville Estate who has a row of 16 feijoa trees planted to create a kind of hedge on the front of his fenceless front lawn. They are in below par … View more
Through Neighbourly someone in Upper Hutt wants someone else to give him a young fiejoa tree they no longer want.
Which reminds of the fellow in Wallaceville Estate who has a row of 16 feijoa trees planted to create a kind of hedge on the front of his fenceless front lawn. They are in below par condition. I don't expect any of them to suddenly go well where they are. The soil and lack of it and the rocks very little below the soil are a problem in the estate.
The Estate chap should be conceding defeat and gifting the trees but I don't expect he really knows much about gardening.

Feijoa trees are about the cheapest tree with edible fruit one can buy. Bunnings have them as little as $7.29 for a 100mm high tree and a more developed 3L variety at $26.

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629 days ago

REMINDER - THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET IS ON TODAY

Gary from Waikanae

When:- Sunday, 12 March, 2023 | 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Where:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall, 22 Rauparaha Street, Waikanae Beach

Enjoy a day out with your Friends and visit this great, friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items … View more
When:- Sunday, 12 March, 2023 | 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Where:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall, 22 Rauparaha Street, Waikanae Beach

Enjoy a day out with your Friends and visit this great, friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and gifts including:


* Home Baked Goodies
* Funky Sox
* The Red Van - Plants, Seedlings and Freshly cut Flowers
* Gold Medal Award winning local Olive Oil including Gift Packs
* Local Waikanae Honey
* Painted Tiles
* This Little Kiwi - Sauces, Dressings and Beverages etc.
* Pre-Loved good quality ladies Clothing
* Lino Cuts
* Crochet Toys
* Sewing Craft - lots of choices including different styled bags, Aprons, Face Masks etc etc

* Meet the local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure books
* Garden Art
* Variety of Jewellery including Crystal Trees
* A wide variety of Homewares including handmade quilts and cushions
* JUNK FOR JOY - Up-cycled, Repurposed and hand made items including furniture
* Much much more.

Why not escape the house, visit the market, pick up a bargain or a gift, then enjoy the rest of the day in Kāpiti at other events and attractions including maybe a visit to one of our beautiful beaches and cafes.

Meet up with a friend or 2 and enjoy an outing at this great Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!!

629 days ago

Food Recall: Little Bird Organics brand Good Breakfast Cookie Apple Cinnamon Almond Hemp

James from Waikanae

Little Bird Organics Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Little Bird Organics brand Good Breakfast Cookie Apple Cinnamon Almond Hemp due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have … View moreLittle Bird Organics Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Little Bird Organics brand Good Breakfast Cookie Apple Cinnamon Almond Hemp due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

629 days ago

Food Recall: She Universe brand Sesame & Cashew Butter Batons and GoodFor brand Sugar Free Spheres

James from Waikanae

She Universe Ltd is recalling specific batches of She Universe brand Sesame & Cashew Butter Batons and GoodFor brand Sugar Free Spheres due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have … View moreShe Universe Ltd is recalling specific batches of She Universe brand Sesame & Cashew Butter Batons and GoodFor brand Sugar Free Spheres due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

629 days ago

Terrarium workshop !

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Build your own terrarium! @ lulu bar in Wellington
Buy a wine and have great fun!
Beginners classes

We also do group bookings - kids parties -
Corporate team building

$85.00 per person
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Build your own terrarium! @ lulu bar in Wellington
Buy a wine and have great fun!
Beginners classes

We also do group bookings - kids parties -
Corporate team building

$85.00 per person

Everything supplied

Come build a terrarium buy a wine !

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629 days ago

Food Recall: Forty Thieves brand Organic Tahini Hulled

James from Waikanae

Forty Thieves Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Forty Thieves brand Organic Tahini Hulled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any … View moreForty Thieves Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Forty Thieves brand Organic Tahini Hulled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

629 days ago

Food Recall: Bin Inn brand Organic Hulled and Unhulled Tahini

James from Waikanae

Bin Inn Retail Group Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its Bin Inn brand Organic Hulled and Unhulled Tahini sold from its Bin Inn stores due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you… View moreBin Inn Retail Group Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its Bin Inn brand Organic Hulled and Unhulled Tahini sold from its Bin Inn stores due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

629 days ago

Food Recall: GoodFor brand Silky Ta-hini

James from Waikanae

GoodFor Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its GoodFor Ltd brand Silky Ta-hini due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about … View moreGoodFor Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its GoodFor Ltd brand Silky Ta-hini due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

629 days ago

Food Recall - I said this was going to get big

James from Waikanae

There are several more Food Recalls related to this Salmonella issue coming up.

630 days ago

Food Recall: Ceres Organics brand Organic Hulled Tahini and Organic Unhulled Tahini

James from Waikanae

Ceres Enterprises Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Ceres Organics brand Organic Hulled Tahini and Ceres Organics brand Organics Unhulled Tahini due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if … View moreCeres Enterprises Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Ceres Organics brand Organic Hulled Tahini and Ceres Organics brand Organics Unhulled Tahini due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

630 days ago
634 days ago

NZ: Share a favourite female historical figure...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!

Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as … View more
We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!

Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as International Women's Day (this Wednesday) by sharing some of the lesser-known, inspiring women who've played a part in New Zealand's history.

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column of the local paper - write NFP if you wish your comments to be excluded.

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630 days ago

Clear the decks

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Refresh your outdoor spaces with Resene Lumbersider and Resene Walk-on with these easy ideas.

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631 days ago

A Raw Deal

Michael from Trentham

A NZ company that provides school pupils lunches is dishing out uncooked chicken and other meat such as second or third rate beef and apparently most of its meals are unappealing.

Well, write them off the supply list but no doubt personnel associated with the firm will reappear in some other … View more
A NZ company that provides school pupils lunches is dishing out uncooked chicken and other meat such as second or third rate beef and apparently most of its meals are unappealing.

Well, write them off the supply list but no doubt personnel associated with the firm will reappear in some other form.

Uncooked or undercooked chicken, venison and pork are a no no and if the other kinds of meat such as beef and lamb are not first grade and produced in a country such as NZ, they too become dicey to ones health if undercooked. Let's face it, most people in NZ prefer quality steaks medium cooked which means pink in the centre.

Dogs should not be given raw meat (or raw eggs) either. It seems few people realise this. Dogs ceased being a natural animal hundreds of years ago and thousands of years ago in many cases and so they too are subjected to the chance of becoming sick from uncooked meat of any type.

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