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As we emerge from winter hibernation, thick coats are swapped for lighter jackets and it’s time to take stock for the season ahead.
With summer approaching, now’s the time to start thinking about getting some household upkeep out of the way early, so you’re not left slammed in the holiday… View moreAs we emerge from winter hibernation, thick coats are swapped for lighter jackets and it’s time to take stock for the season ahead.
With summer approaching, now’s the time to start thinking about getting some household upkeep out of the way early, so you’re not left slammed in the holiday season when there are a million other things to think about.
Soft furnishings: It’s easy to remember to wipe down hard surfaces, but the often-overlooked soft furnishings in our homes also need some TLC.
Keep an eye on the weather forecast and plan a sunny day to wash couch cushions, blankets, rugs or curtains that could be harbouring dust and bacteria.
Most of us wash the pillowcases on our beds, but the pillows themselves can harbor dust mites and fungi. It’s generally recommended you wash your pillow every two to six months – how to do so depends on its materials, so check the care label.
Clean your heat pump: You can clean your heat pump filter in less than 10 minutes using your vacuum cleaner and brush attachment. If you’re steadily blasting it throughout winter and summer, you should be cleaning it at least four times a year to ensure it’s working smoothly and to enhance its performance.
Windows and doors
After a damp winter, it pays to check the not-so-noticeable corners of your home. Windows and doors need regular maintenance to keep them in good working order and to avoid the likes of rot and corrosion. Look for signs such as chalky surfaces, condensation, mould growth, corroded fixings and blocked drain outlets – all indicate it’s time for a spring clean.
Take extra care not to damage the coating when cleaning coated or specialised glass – follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
The dos and don'ts of donating clothing: As the time comes to swap our winter clothes for more summery attire, sift through your wardrobe for items you haven’t worn in more than a year. Unless it’s a special-occasion piece, chances are you’re not going to be reaching for it any time soon.
Depending on the quality and value of the garments, you may want to sell them online or through a consignment store to earn some cash. If not, you can donate to your local op shop or clothing bin.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Changes to the Brooklyn intersection (Ohiro Rd, Todman St & Cleveland St. The wider community has been advocating for many of these changes for years. Good to see more action. Doubtless some disruption (not that that is a new) but it should make the intersection safer to turn through for … View moreChanges to the Brooklyn intersection (Ohiro Rd, Todman St & Cleveland St. The wider community has been advocating for many of these changes for years. Good to see more action. Doubtless some disruption (not that that is a new) but it should make the intersection safer to turn through for vehicles, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians...wellington.govt.nz...
GBRAI in conjunction with the Brooklyn Community Centre are running a "joint venture" for domestic battery (button batteries, AA, AAA, C, D and lithioum but not car or other battery packs) alongside the current WCC batery recycling trial.
WCC had a limited number of collection sites (7 … View moreGBRAI in conjunction with the Brooklyn Community Centre are running a "joint venture" for domestic battery (button batteries, AA, AAA, C, D and lithioum but not car or other battery packs) alongside the current WCC batery recycling trial.
WCC had a limited number of collection sites (7 - and the closest ones to wider Brooklyn are: The Tip Shop and the Southern Landfill, Kilbirine Library or the library between Brandon St and Panama St - Te Awe). So we decided to try and make it that much easier for the wider Brooklyn community. We collect them (the bin is by the front door of the BCC) then add them to the WCC collection bins. All to do our bit diverting these batteries from the landfill.
WCC are running these collections in conjunction with Waste Management who: collect and sort the batteries, ship them to Auckland and them export them to a battery recycling plant in Australia.
To date, GBRAI / BCC have collected: AA batteries 4.010kg of AA batteries, 1.350kg of AAA batteries, 0.300gm of C batteries, 0.300gm of D battries, 0.150gm of button/circular batteries and 0.600gm of 9V rectangular batteries.
This brings the total collected to date(10/10/2022) total weight 6.710gm that has been diverted from the landfill. We will look to continue a rolling monthly update.
Monthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The AEA Web Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of each … View moreMonthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The AEA Web Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of each month which is this Sunday 16th October at 9.00am.
ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.
Every year, World Mental Health Day is held on 10th October. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2022 is "Mental Health in an Unequal World".
World Mental Health Day is dedicated to promoting the understanding of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. It's important … View moreEvery year, World Mental Health Day is held on 10th October. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2022 is "Mental Health in an Unequal World".
World Mental Health Day is dedicated to promoting the understanding of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. It's important to raise awareness of mental health conditions and ensure that communities recognise the part each person has to play in creating a mentally healthy society. World Mental Health Day is a great opportunity to do this.
Our House of the Week this week is an idyllic country estate in Tauherenikau that is as historic as it is breathtakingly beautiful. For sale through Anthony Morsinkhof from PQ Property Intelligence. Read all about it on page 3 of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed … View moreOur House of the Week this week is an idyllic country estate in Tauherenikau that is as historic as it is breathtakingly beautiful. For sale through Anthony Morsinkhof from PQ Property Intelligence. Read all about it on page 3 of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
This fun-packed Pantoloon pantomime twist on the original story is guaranteed to have you cheering Glinda the Good Fairy, booing the evil Wicked Witch of the West and rolling in the aisles with laughter. October 13-15 at Little Theatre Lower Hutt. 10am & 11.45am. www.eventfinda.co.nz...
Now’s a great time to get your painting, staining and wallpapering jobs underway.
Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products!
Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and … View moreNow’s a great time to get your painting, staining and wallpapering jobs underway.
Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products!
Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 31 October 2022. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.
Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and enjoy these great savings.
Dear Neighbours,
Do you like Taiwanese breads?
They are soft and delicious!
We'll have them in store shortly.
Please visit one of our stores to check them:
… View moreDear Neighbours,
Do you like Taiwanese breads?
They are soft and delicious!
We'll have them in store shortly.
Please visit one of our stores to check them:
123 Willlis St, Te Aro, Wellington
3 Hillary Ct, Naenae, Lower Hutt
Cheers!
Mark the entrance to your special spot in the garden with Resene Lumbersider. Find out how to create your own.
Use Snapper on the Kāpiti line from 12 November, all other lines from 27 November.
Tag on and off for every journey. Your Snapper payment may be checked, cash still accepted onboard the train.
Our popular pop up shop for Dress for Success is on now.
As always, lots of fabulous pre-loved clothing including designer labels at rock bottom prices.
Come and find us at The Y Central, Te Pokapū Hapori 105 Manners St, Wellington on Monday 3rd to Friday 9th October and create your own … View moreOur popular pop up shop for Dress for Success is on now.
As always, lots of fabulous pre-loved clothing including designer labels at rock bottom prices.
Come and find us at The Y Central, Te Pokapū Hapori 105 Manners St, Wellington on Monday 3rd to Friday 9th October and create your own masterpiece. (we are just down from the Opera House)
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes and also basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition… View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes and also basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.
Sunday 30th October, 2:30pm at Queen Margaret College Hall, 53 Hobson St, Thorndon
This programme delves into some of the various things that nurture our souls: the connection with spirituality, love of country, being in nature, and interaction with various aspects of culture. We will also … View moreSunday 30th October, 2:30pm at Queen Margaret College Hall, 53 Hobson St, Thorndon
This programme delves into some of the various things that nurture our souls: the connection with spirituality, love of country, being in nature, and interaction with various aspects of culture. We will also feature two other choirs in this concert: Kōkako from Wellington Young Voices and Voces Luce from Queen Margaret College. This fantastic programme will conclude with a rousing rendition of "Down by the Riverside" which features all three choirs and audience participation.
PS. We are also open to new members of the Choir!
The vibrant Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights returns to the capital on Sunday 16 October ✨🥻🪔
At a new venue this year, Diwali will be smaller but just as sweet with non-stop cultural entertainment, food, and Indian cultural activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Join us at the … View moreThe vibrant Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights returns to the capital on Sunday 16 October ✨🥻🪔
At a new venue this year, Diwali will be smaller but just as sweet with non-stop cultural entertainment, food, and Indian cultural activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Join us at the Michael Fowler Centre from 3.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Here you’ll find delicious Indian vegetarian food stalls, traditional and contemporary dance, music and fashion, arts, crafts and henna stalls.
The celebrations will finish with a colourful firework display along the Waterfront!
It's free entry so come along and sample the colours, tastes and sounds of India and South-East Asia.
We can't wait to see you there! 👋
Learn more below! 👇
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