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We're looking for lockdown gardening ideas! With New Zealanders stuck at home everyone is keen to get into their gardens, but they can't get to the shops to buy plants and seeds. So we want to hear from you some suggestions for crops you can start or sow from what you … View moreDear neighbours,
We're looking for lockdown gardening ideas! With New Zealanders stuck at home everyone is keen to get into their gardens, but they can't get to the shops to buy plants and seeds. So we want to hear from you some suggestions for crops you can start or sow from what you have on hand or useful gardening hacks using just what you have at home already without going to the shops.
It doesn't have to be a big idea - just something like growing spring onions from the base or sprouting avocado seeds to make a houseplant. Send your tips and ideas to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz and we'll publish the best ideas in NZ Gardener.
Make sure you include your full name and address - only your name and the region you live in will be published but if we use your tip we will send you a free copy of the magazine.
My dear Neighbourlies, hope you are holding up well in this pandemic. Keep safe and be kind.
I have a couple of questions.
1. Is getting a tradie in to replace a rangehood considered as essential? It is not working.
2. The other question, does anyone know or can recommend a good electrician who … View moreMy dear Neighbourlies, hope you are holding up well in this pandemic. Keep safe and be kind.
I have a couple of questions.
1. Is getting a tradie in to replace a rangehood considered as essential? It is not working.
2. The other question, does anyone know or can recommend a good electrician who can do this?
Much appreciated. Take care. Thanks in advance.
Dear neighbours,
Here's our list of the best new-release varieties of edible plants to grow this season.
Conservation is the core of our work at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and we cannot do it without your support. From species monitoring to predator management and forest regeneration, our expert rangers work hard to ensure that vulnerable species like the tītipounamu/rifleman will still be here … View moreConservation is the core of our work at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and we cannot do it without your support. From species monitoring to predator management and forest regeneration, our expert rangers work hard to ensure that vulnerable species like the tītipounamu/rifleman will still be here spreading into neighbouring forests and your backyards for generations to come.
But, we need your help to continue. Your donation will support our conservation and infrastructure teams to keep the valley safe and help the wildlife to thrive! Please donate today.
Thank you,
Dr. Danielle Shanahan
Director – Centre for People and Nature
Photographer Louise Thomas made a visit to Bushy Park, prior to lockdown. Now that we are all at home, please feel free to post a picture of the birds you have in your garden.
"Bush robins/toutouwai (Petroica longipes) have an open heart, they roam tramping tracks without fear because it … View morePhotographer Louise Thomas made a visit to Bushy Park, prior to lockdown. Now that we are all at home, please feel free to post a picture of the birds you have in your garden.
"Bush robins/toutouwai (Petroica longipes) have an open heart, they roam tramping tracks without fear because it doesn’t occur to them to be afraid. They have no armour on their personalities. If they were humans they would help you change your tyre and laugh about the experience.
They will stand on your shoes if you sit too long. And rummage inquiringly while you unpack your pack. I read once that the open-hearted will inherit the Earth. I hope it’s true – that it is better to be possibly hurt than hardened. But the open-hearted are often preyed upon by the ambitious. It might be why the robin is at risk and declining – he’s just a little too trusting of those that would eat him. Bushy Park, July 2021."
Wherever you are in the world, AEA can help
In addition to face-to-face meetings, there are regular Addictive Eaters Anonymous online meetings available.
Anyone from anywhere in the world can attend any of these AEA online meetings, regardless of geographic location. All are welcome.
These online … View moreWherever you are in the world, AEA can help
In addition to face-to-face meetings, there are regular Addictive Eaters Anonymous online meetings available.
Anyone from anywhere in the world can attend any of these AEA online meetings, regardless of geographic location. All are welcome.
These online meetings are particularly helpful to newcomers and to members who live in areas where there are few or no other members. These AEA online meetings can be accessed from either your phone, computer or tablet device.
Hi neighbours, I have an unusual request. Recently we opened a bottle of champagne - we took the wire cage off & left it on the bench. While we weren't looking the cork exploded out thus smashing one of the green lampshades which hang over the bench. Does anyone have one with which they … View moreHi neighbours, I have an unusual request. Recently we opened a bottle of champagne - we took the wire cage off & left it on the bench. While we weren't looking the cork exploded out thus smashing one of the green lampshades which hang over the bench. Does anyone have one with which they would part please. I've added pix - I hope they come out. Thanx, John.
Have you got a favourite movie to watch during lockdown?
A streaming site from Wellington video rental survivor Aro Video is the perfect antidote for the seen-it-all-before blues with over 850 titles curated from more than 30 years of experience renting out films people actually want to watch.
Tell… View moreHave you got a favourite movie to watch during lockdown?
A streaming site from Wellington video rental survivor Aro Video is the perfect antidote for the seen-it-all-before blues with over 850 titles curated from more than 30 years of experience renting out films people actually want to watch.
Tell us what you have been watching?
Kia ora koutou,
Just a wee reminder that glass will NOT be collected while we are in Level 4.
The Delta variant is highly transmissible, and glass recycling is predominantly bottles which may carry saliva residue.
Please do not put your glass crate out for now 💚
… View moreKia ora koutou,
Just a wee reminder that glass will NOT be collected while we are in Level 4.
The Delta variant is highly transmissible, and glass recycling is predominantly bottles which may carry saliva residue.
Please do not put your glass crate out for now 💚
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Paving is a cost effective and low maintenance solution to turn your unwanted grassy area into a nice and useful addition to your property. We work with various materials and sizes and can arrange the design to your needs. Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize … View morePaving is a cost effective and low maintenance solution to turn your unwanted grassy area into a nice and useful addition to your property. We work with various materials and sizes and can arrange the design to your needs. Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize a site visit.
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.
In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View moreAll regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.
In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.
Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.
To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.
Hullo Neighbourly folk.
It is the second week of lockdown and no doubt some of you will have needed to pop out for milk or bread, or some other essential. Many of you will have shopped in that much loved institution, the dairy. We would love to hear you story about your local dairy and the people … View moreHullo Neighbourly folk.
It is the second week of lockdown and no doubt some of you will have needed to pop out for milk or bread, or some other essential. Many of you will have shopped in that much loved institution, the dairy. We would love to hear you story about your local dairy and the people who run it. If possible, please post a picture.
Click on Read More to read a Stuff story from earlier this year on the importance of the local dairy.
Has someone got an ink pad that I could borrow for an hour?
Please let me know.
Thanks
Alamzeb
We are looking for a lovely family or couple to rent our 3 bedroom house in Kelburn. It is a sunny style house with lots of windows and balconies. The house has 3 double bedrooms, a study, 2 bathrooms, a separate toilet room, double garage with a man cave on top and lots of storage. Also has off… View moreWe are looking for a lovely family or couple to rent our 3 bedroom house in Kelburn. It is a sunny style house with lots of windows and balconies. The house has 3 double bedrooms, a study, 2 bathrooms, a separate toilet room, double garage with a man cave on top and lots of storage. Also has off street parking - which is a bonus. It is in the zone of lots of good schools within the Wellington area. There is a garden so it would be ideal to find someone who loves gardening but not essential. We do allow pets but they need to be well trained. It is situated close to the Kelburn Village and the bus stops. It is walking distance to the CBD and very close to the Botanical gardens. It is $875 per week. If you are interested please feel free to message me below. Unfortunately due to Lockdown level 4 you will be unable to view this property until we drop a level. The house is empty so available as soon as the level allows us. Note house is unfurnished but whitewhare is provided.
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