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Building is, by its very nature, not overly environmentally friendly. Lots of energy and materials go into creating products for your house but we need somewhere to live. Whether you are building new or adding to an existing home, here’s how to make your home more eco-friendly and energy … View moreBuilding is, by its very nature, not overly environmentally friendly. Lots of energy and materials go into creating products for your house but we need somewhere to live. Whether you are building new or adding to an existing home, here’s how to make your home more eco-friendly and energy efficient.
UTILISE YOUR SITE
A great place to start is the position of your house and site design. If you are building a house, think about how you can best get the winter sun inside your home. This can be an easy way to keep your home warm in winter. Another consideration is how you can use vegetation for shade and temperature control within your house over summer to save energy.
SELECTING DESIGN MATERIALS
Consider the materials used when designing your home – how can you use nature to achieve all year-round comfort? This could mean using concrete flooring for passive solar gain in winter, and overhangs on a roof for shade in summer. Where appropriate see what recycled and salvaged materials you can use in your home. An easy one for both new builds and renovations is to specify water-efficient appliances and energy-efficient appliances and lighting. It’s worth remembering if you can’t afford everything now, future-proof by installing appropriate pipes into your house and/or concrete slab so you can install solar hot water and hot water heating later on.
CHOOSING AN ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER
When choosing your designer, be well-informed and clear about what you want and then choose someone who understands what you want and with whom you can work. Ask how experienced they are at designing sustainable houses and ask to see examples of their work.
FUTURE PROOF YOUR HOME : 10 STEPS TO LONG TERM SUSTAINABILITY
It’s not always viable to make all your changes at once, but when you do any DIY work or renovations in the future, keep in mind these 10 tips for long term sustainability:
Design your home to take advantage of its location while saving power, water and money.
Use environmentally friendly materials where possible.
For maximum natural light, make good use of windows and skylights.
Good-quality insulation, correctly installed, will make your house easier and cheaper to heat – install higher-ratings than the minimum requirement.
Build water efficiency into your home through low-flow showers and toilets and grey water recycling where possible.
Good ventilation creates a healthy home – high moisture levels are linked to health problems like asthma and eczema and is harder (and more expensive) to heat.
Double-glazing will insulate your house while letting heat in to encourage passive heating. Investigate modern thermal window joinery.
Reuse or recycle building and renovation waste.
Good design and material selection can achieve high standards of energy-efficiency for little or no additional cost.
For internal finishes, use good insulators such as curtains and carpets and use products such as paints that are made with the environment in mind.
To answer questions about the types of tress I have for sale I have included photos. I have four varieties of the Kowhai from dwarf to tall. $5 each or $20 for five. Deckston Grove Taita
You are invited to submit works of art for the 5th Muriel Hopper Hutt Art Awards – Open in any medium.
Entries close Friday 1st June; Opening Reception and Presentation of Awards Friday 22 June 2018 at 6pm.
Prizes Awarded:
- Overall Winner $1000
- 2 Highly Commended $400
- 2 People’s… View moreYou are invited to submit works of art for the 5th Muriel Hopper Hutt Art Awards – Open in any medium.
Entries close Friday 1st June; Opening Reception and Presentation of Awards Friday 22 June 2018 at 6pm.
Prizes Awarded:
- Overall Winner $1000
- 2 Highly Commended $400
- 2 People’s Choice $100
Conditions of entry and entry forms are available on our website or at Hutt Art Centre, 9 -11 Myrtle Street, Lower Hutt.
Has anyone spotted Bluey our friendly chatty Lorikeet flew away on Sunday 15th April from Kamahi Street, Stokes Valley. His mate pixel misses him as do our family please keep your eyes out for him. He likes to say “pretty boy bluey and kisses”.
Quality Michael Hill Jeweler watch. Genuine enquiries only. Selling as need cash. Value $600.
We’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to … View moreWe’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to upgrading the Wairarapa trains in the next five years?
Have your say on our Ten-year Plan, consultation closes Sunday April 29, visit www.whatmatters.co.nz...
Who is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's … View moreWho is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's quick and easy to nominate a community group online.
Haven Falls offer quality care and professional service Wellington wide - 24hrs with Funeral packages from $3990 +gst.
No deposit - 30 day invoice.
42-50 Burden Ave, Wainuiomata.
Phone 04 564 3792 and 0800 428365 or visit our website www.havenfalls.co.nz for more information.
It's an excellent time to take advantage of the great discounts for going to the movies, ten-pin bowling, visiting the zoo, hiring costumes, or even taking flights, booking accommodation and hiring a car if you want to get away; and that's just to mention a few of the bargains you can get… View moreIt's an excellent time to take advantage of the great discounts for going to the movies, ten-pin bowling, visiting the zoo, hiring costumes, or even taking flights, booking accommodation and hiring a car if you want to get away; and that's just to mention a few of the bargains you can get with the Entertainment Book! And, at the same time you get to help the Upper Hutt Animal Rescue Society raise funds for vet appointments and the daily care of over 100 kittens.
Please support us at www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT, IT IS INVALUABLE.
RAFFLE! Dayna Creates Mayhem in Europe 2018
Fundraising so Dayna Berghan-Whyman can represent New Zealand at the World Championships of Battle of the Nations in Italy and the International Medieval Combat Federation (IMCF) in Scotland:
Five Prizes drawn on ANZAC Day (25 April 2018)
• A … View moreRAFFLE! Dayna Creates Mayhem in Europe 2018
Fundraising so Dayna Berghan-Whyman can represent New Zealand at the World Championships of Battle of the Nations in Italy and the International Medieval Combat Federation (IMCF) in Scotland:
Five Prizes drawn on ANZAC Day (25 April 2018)
• A relaxation or sports massage
• $50 in Motor Trade Association (MTA) vouchers
• A professional CV, plus Cover Letter
• 20 Min Ride for Two Voucher from Trikn Tours
• One dozen cupcakes from Cupcakealishous
NB. The winners get their choice of prize, but there is only one set of vouchers.
$5 for 3 tickets, or $2 each. Purchase tickets by donating here: tinyurl.com...
$3,222 raised so far! Crikey, just over $1.5k to go. So close!
Tonight at 5:30pm, you can catch me on B-Side Stories at Wellington Access Radio 106.1 FM, and streaming online at www.accessradio.org.nz... Shout out to my club, Felag "Wellington Medieval Armoured Combat", who help me in … View more$3,222 raised so far! Crikey, just over $1.5k to go. So close!
Tonight at 5:30pm, you can catch me on B-Side Stories at Wellington Access Radio 106.1 FM, and streaming online at www.accessradio.org.nz... Shout out to my club, Felag "Wellington Medieval Armoured Combat", who help me in the #BuHurt madness. #LadyBeastNZ
You can help me on my way by donating here: tinyurl.com... 😁 — feeling thankful in Upper Hutt, New Zealand.
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?
Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View moreAre you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?
Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.
Greater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, … View moreGreater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, priorities for public transport and regional resilience. Share your feedback at www.whatmatters.co.nz by April 29.
Get ready for action these school holidays with the unmissable Paw Patrol stage show, and meet and greet only on at North City! The Paw Patrol team with Ryder, Chase and Marshall will be here from Tuesday 17 - Tuesday 24 April with shows at 11am and 1.30pm daily, and a meet and greet session at … View moreGet ready for action these school holidays with the unmissable Paw Patrol stage show, and meet and greet only on at North City! The Paw Patrol team with Ryder, Chase and Marshall will be here from Tuesday 17 - Tuesday 24 April with shows at 11am and 1.30pm daily, and a meet and greet session at midday. Visit northcityshopping.co.nz now for details.
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