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I am desperately looking for UPF 50+ Material to either make a face mask or buy a pre-made something I can wear (Gaiter, but must be UPF) I have had a treatment done on my face for Actenic Keratosis (Squamous Cell Carcinoma in stu) and am wanting to get back out on my mountain bike … View moreHi Everyone
I am desperately looking for UPF 50+ Material to either make a face mask or buy a pre-made something I can wear (Gaiter, but must be UPF) I have had a treatment done on my face for Actenic Keratosis (Squamous Cell Carcinoma in stu) and am wanting to get back out on my mountain bike this summer but I am not allowed to have sun exposure on my face because of the removal of the squamous cell and new skin production.
Is there anyone that can recommend where I could buy this material in NZ or something already made.
Many, many thanks
It's no surprise that Neighbourly members love their cats - but we want to know how you celebrate the festive season with them.
Is Santa bringing your cat a present? Will she be served something special or an extra treat or two? Take our 2 minute survey and we'll send you a FREE … View moreIt's no surprise that Neighbourly members love their cats - but we want to know how you celebrate the festive season with them.
Is Santa bringing your cat a present? Will she be served something special or an extra treat or two? Take our 2 minute survey and we'll send you a FREE sample of our new FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS, just for taking part!
Available in small treat serves, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS are the perfect treat for your feline friend this Christmas.
Wishing every Kiwi Cat a very Merry Christmas from FANCY FEAST.
Saturday 25 November marks White Ribbon Day, an annual event drawing attention to men's violence towards women. New Zealanders are taking The Pledge and making a commitment to stand up, speak out - and act.
Have you watched our film Raise Our Men? Featuring interviews with nine Kiwi men, … View moreSaturday 25 November marks White Ribbon Day, an annual event drawing attention to men's violence towards women. New Zealanders are taking The Pledge and making a commitment to stand up, speak out - and act.
Have you watched our film Raise Our Men? Featuring interviews with nine Kiwi men, it demonstrates that change is possible when men are shown and supported to choose a different respectful path. You'll find clips on our website.
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We are asking for help to cart, probably 150, small lucerne hay bales which should be ready about Thursday or Friday this week. Driving licence preferable but not essential. Short distance from paddock to barn. Pls phone 0276 357 065
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A gentle reminder for the Emergency Mobile Alert
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www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management (MCDEM) is leading the implementation of a new nationwide emergency alert channel. A nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert is happening … View moreHi Neighbours,
A gentle reminder for the Emergency Mobile Alert
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www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management (MCDEM) is leading the implementation of a new nationwide emergency alert channel. A nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert is happening on 26 November 2017 between 6 and 7pm.
The Emergency Mobile Alert should appear automatically on your phone’s screen with a unique and penetrating warning sound. As Emergency Mobile Alert is about keeping you safe, you won’t be able to opt-out of receiving Emergency Mobile Alert.
It is expected around one third of phones will initially be able to receive the alerts. This number is expected to rise substantially over time as people replace their phones with newer models.
Parkside Coffee espresso bar at FreshChoice Parklands has just opened! Enjoy a delicious coffee made with Hummingbird Fairtrade Organic beans. Using recycled wooden pallets from the supermarket as part of its design, Parkside Coffee has been styled so it can be a quick and easy stop to get great … View moreParkside Coffee espresso bar at FreshChoice Parklands has just opened! Enjoy a delicious coffee made with Hummingbird Fairtrade Organic beans. Using recycled wooden pallets from the supermarket as part of its design, Parkside Coffee has been styled so it can be a quick and easy stop to get great coffee and food.
Leading the team at Parkside Coffee, Brad has over 10 years experience as a barista, so you can be assured only the best espresso will do! Brad is also a keen cook and along with his team, the espresso bar’s delicious food items are all made on-site.
Take a seat at the counter for a chat with our friendly baristas, enjoy a coffee while you shop or grab a coffee on the go.
Oxford Area School announced its student leadership team for 2018 at the school's prize giving in th…
After a two year trial of mid-week premier netball, North Canterbury Netball is bringing the top gra…
Speed limit changes in the wider Mandeville area in North Canterbury will go before the Waimakariri …
Choose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.
Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to … View moreChoose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.
Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to show your commitment to start choosing kind. Don’t forget to share your pledge on your social channels and spread more kindness into your world! Check out movie trailer & NZ movie times now.
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Neighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! … View moreNeighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.
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The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening this Sunday between 6pm and 7pm.
No need to sign up or download an app. Just check your phone is on them list of capable makes and models and ensure your updates are up to date.
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I've been asked to fix a few leaks around garden windows, conservatories and porches lately. Sometimes it's like looking for a needle in a haystack.
One recent job had water dripping down the roof window frame on a porch. The client had made a good job of siliconing around the exterior … View moreI've been asked to fix a few leaks around garden windows, conservatories and porches lately. Sometimes it's like looking for a needle in a haystack.
One recent job had water dripping down the roof window frame on a porch. The client had made a good job of siliconing around the exterior joins, yet still it leaked - lots.
Up on the ladder I noticed a dent on the tin roof where a roofer had missed the nail and bashed the ridge. There was a little pool underneath the nailhead and a tiny tear in the iron. So I sealed the damaged area and crossed my fingers.
I got a a nice surprise the other day in the Rangiora Pak n Save car park when the client told me that it had done the trick even after a torrential downpour.
So I guess the moral of this is where we see the water damage may a long way from where the leak is, so think like a drip and search uphill from where you see the water coming in. You may be surprised.
A sandwich made famous by delis in New York City has popped up on the menu at Kingsford Kitchen in R…
When choosing to make a property investment, the most important thing you can do is to approach the transaction
as a business decision.
You are not buying a home - which is an emotional purchase, and as much about listening to your heart as to your head. The property investment dream is to… View moreWhen choosing to make a property investment, the most important thing you can do is to approach the transaction
as a business decision.
You are not buying a home - which is an emotional purchase, and as much about listening to your heart as to your head. The property investment dream is to secure a high yield property in an area which will ultimately allow you to make good capital gains.
Therefore one of the most important calculations you will need to make is what the yield of a particular property will be. Yield is simply the rent a property could earn over a year, expressed as a percentage of the purchase price: Example, a $350,000 property rented at $350 a week will return a gross rental yield of 5.2%.
You can then use this figure to compare the returns you could get from a property against those provided by other types of investments, such as shares or bank deposits.
Whilst the gross rental yield is a simple calculation to use it's important to note that it doesn't take expenses into account. A property may have a high rental yield but may also have high expenses, making the rental return low when taken into consideration.
If you do want to want a more precise calculation you will need to know (or estimate) the total expenses of property including both purchasing and transaction costs (legal fees, building inspections, any start up loan fees, etc.) and annual costs such as vacancy costs (lost rent and advertising), repairs and maintenance, property management fees, home and contents insurance, rates etc.
As a general rule of thumb, cheaper houses will achieve better yields than more expensive properties.
Knowing all the extra costs can be daunting, however a Harcourts Twiss-Keir property manager can put you in touch with finance and tax specialists for assistance when deciding on an investment property.
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