650 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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4 hours ago

What are some of your Festive Tips?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Weโ€™re gathering the communityโ€™s very best festive tips, to-dos, and treasured traditions all in one cheerful place!

๐ŸŽ„ Got a shortcut that saves your sanity?
๐ŸŽ„ A recipe that must make an appearance every year?
๐ŸŽ„ Or a clever idea that makes the holidays smoother, warmer, or a whole lot more magical?
๐ŸŽ„ Got a time-saving holiday hack?
๐ŸŽ„ A tradition that fills your home with cheer?
๐ŸŽ„ Or a crafty idea that turns simple moments into magical memories?

Share your festive wisdom with your neighbours and help make this season brighter for everyone!
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4 hours ago

Brain Teaser of the Day ๐Ÿง โœจ Can You Solve It? ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ฌ

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?

(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!

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4 hours ago

Auckland Harbour Bridge summer works

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is carrying out essential maintenance on the Auckland Harbour Bridge this December and January. The southbound clip-on lanes will be closed (24/7) from 26 December to 5 January for road resurfacing. Night-time lane restrictions will be in place throughout the summer for recoating work on the bridge. Traffic will still be able to travel in both directions at all times. Find out more

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