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The rainbow crossing zone is getting a facelift and we’re taking the opportunity to make safety improvements at the crossing zone.
This will include cleaning the rainbow road markings and the installation of speed cushions at each end of the crossing to improve safety for pedestrians.
The works… View moreThe rainbow crossing zone is getting a facelift and we’re taking the opportunity to make safety improvements at the crossing zone.
This will include cleaning the rainbow road markings and the installation of speed cushions at each end of the crossing to improve safety for pedestrians.
The works will require Dixon Street to be closed, Thursday 27 August 2020, between 7pm – 1am.
Big thanks to the team at Fulton Hogan 🌈
Hi - Wellington small businesses really need help. Our mates at Goodman Fielder Food Services are offering a promotion to help them. Please consider jumping online and buying a voucher for your favourite business today! They get the money asap, you can get the service after lockdown. Check the … View moreHi - Wellington small businesses really need help. Our mates at Goodman Fielder Food Services are offering a promotion to help them. Please consider jumping online and buying a voucher for your favourite business today! They get the money asap, you can get the service after lockdown. Check the local businesses out here
The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.
What you need to know:
Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 … View moreThe Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.
What you need to know:
Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 should not be consumed due to the presence of the bacteria.
ALL yellow flesh peaches imported from the United States should not be consumed if purchased between 10 July to 25 August.
The products are sold in New World, Pak'n Save, Gilmours and Four Square stores across the North Island.
To learn more about the recall see the New Zealand Food Safety Website.
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Due to Covid-19 restrictions NZSO has cancelled its remaining Cadence and Passion concerts in August and September in Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch.
Instead the orchestra will livestream an audience-free Passion concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 29 August from Wellington’s Michael Fowler … View moreDue to Covid-19 restrictions NZSO has cancelled its remaining Cadence and Passion concerts in August and September in Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch.
Instead the orchestra will livestream an audience-free Passion concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 29 August from Wellington’s Michael Fowler Centre.
The live stream can be viewed at live.nzso.co.nz
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Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?
Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.
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As flames engulfed the 122 year-old house at 128 Abel Smith Street on Tuesday evening, generations of Wellington political activists shared their grief.
The heritage-listed structure had a storied history with connections to dozens of charities, organisations, radical political movements and the … View moreAs flames engulfed the 122 year-old house at 128 Abel Smith Street on Tuesday evening, generations of Wellington political activists shared their grief.
The heritage-listed structure had a storied history with connections to dozens of charities, organisations, radical political movements and the Urewera raids.
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Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Wellington and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.
Who’s your Local Hero? Go.
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Mowbray Collectables has been your neighbour in the Wellington region for 55 years. We hold our regular international stamp, coin and medal auctions at the West Plaza Hotel in Wakefield St every six months, with the next ones on 11 and 12 September.
We offer free assessments of your … View moreHi,
Mowbray Collectables has been your neighbour in the Wellington region for 55 years. We hold our regular international stamp, coin and medal auctions at the West Plaza Hotel in Wakefield St every six months, with the next ones on 11 and 12 September.
We offer free assessments of your quality stamps, coins and medals anytime through the year so you can get the best results at auction.
Come and meet us at Otaki, phone 06 3648270 get in touch here www.mowbrays.co.nz
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.
Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View moreSmall business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.
Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.
Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.
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The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Wellington's Local Hero.
Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Canterbury that you have more good sorts than them!
Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank … View moreHey neighbours,
The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Wellington's Local Hero.
Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Canterbury that you have more good sorts than them!
Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year. Who's it going to be Wellington?
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Following consultation the council received 542 submissions and 161 social media comments on the wider parking policy, with 67 per cent in support of a demand-based pricing scheme.
The proposed parking policy would remove existing two-hour parking limits. The first two hours would be charged at a … View moreFollowing consultation the council received 542 submissions and 161 social media comments on the wider parking policy, with 67 per cent in support of a demand-based pricing scheme.
The proposed parking policy would remove existing two-hour parking limits. The first two hours would be charged at a set rate and an increasing hourly rate would be applied to vehicles parked longer than this time to increase turnover and free up parking spaces.
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Roman Blinds are one of the most popular blind styles available on the market today, but interestingly, their origins started rather differently to how we know it today…
Created more than 2,000 years ago in Rome (surprise, surprise!), essentially the concept of the Roman blind still remains the … View moreRoman Blinds are one of the most popular blind styles available on the market today, but interestingly, their origins started rather differently to how we know it today…
Created more than 2,000 years ago in Rome (surprise, surprise!), essentially the concept of the Roman blind still remains the same today – to provide a simple solution to an everyday problem.
Introduced to The Eternal City in the ancient times, during the construction of the Colosseum, the Roman blind was invented out of pure necessity. Dust was constantly kicked up from the horse-drawn carriages and masonry remnants from the creation of the Colosseum, which was a nuisance and a huge inconvenience when windows were opened. Therefore, hanging a damp cloth from the windows seemed a natural solution to stop the dust from entering the home.
Once the blind (damp cloth) was well established in the home, it was soon discovered that as well as keeping the dust outside, it was also very useful in protecting against the very hot, Mediterranean sun and keeping their homes cooler.
The Romans are known for their love of elaborate decorations and the development of the Roman blind confirms this. They soon turned the damp cloths into ornate furnishing, with various patterns and colours to choose from, and once this was well established in the homes of many Romans, it became widespread throughout the whole Empire.
Following this, the strip of material then incorporated a drawstring, in order to lower and raise the blind as and when needed. The most common design of cord slats that interlinked is typical of Roman creativity, which came much earlier than even the simplistic roller blind.
Roman blinds remain a popular choice in modern homes. They’re available in a wide variety of styles and may be made from a range of materials, including bamboo, hemp, silk, reinforced cotton and other fabrics.
Roman blinds should be deep cleaned periodically. Unfortunately, they’re heavy and unwieldy to work with – and that’s where we come in. We can clean and repair your roman blinds – see out website if you’re interested in finding out more.
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