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Congratulations to Polly Johnson from Titahi Bay, who won a 200L tank, jet boil and 2 buckets from using our water tool!
We have one more bag of swag to give away!
All you need to do is use our water tool to learn how to get your water sorted for an emergency. Check it out: … View moreCongratulations to Polly Johnson from Titahi Bay, who won a 200L tank, jet boil and 2 buckets from using our water tool!
We have one more bag of swag to give away!
All you need to do is use our water tool to learn how to get your water sorted for an emergency. Check it out: wellingtonwater.co.nz...
Voting closes tomorrow, November 1. These amazing homegrown heroes were shortlisted after a public call for nominations from gardeners all over the country, and you can read about their wonderful work here. Then don't forget to click through to vote for your favourite!
Volunteers Wanted - Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November
Pukaha Mt Bruce are holding their annual fundraising Garden Tour on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November. They need volunteers to greet the public, provide directions and keep an eye on proceedings to keep the tour fun and successful.
Volunteers … View moreVolunteers Wanted - Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November
Pukaha Mt Bruce are holding their annual fundraising Garden Tour on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November. They need volunteers to greet the public, provide directions and keep an eye on proceedings to keep the tour fun and successful.
Volunteers will be stationed at one of 11 gardens, mostly around Masterton with a handful in Eketahuna.
Hours are 9.30am to 4.30pm, split into morning and afternoon shifts. Volunteers are given a free ticket to the event, so you can visit the other gardens over the rest of the weekend.
If you would like to help, please contact Donna on 06 929 0960 or at admin@waivc.org.nz
For a little business that hangs its imagery on the Day of the Dead, Cartel Food Co is finding a lot…
Are you an aspiring author? Entries for the Sunday Star Times short story awards are now open!
The winning entry will receive a $3000 prize + there’s a $500 prize for students in our secondary school competition.
Full details and the entry form are here.
Dogs lolling beneath cafe tables while their owners sip lattes or glasses of pinot would have been unthinkable 30 years ago.
Now it is just the way Kiwis roll, with a raft of dog-friendly dining options available throughout the country. What do you think? Should dogs be allowed in cafes?
Featherston Booktown is hosting UK author Sarah Moss: it's rare to have an international author of this quality here in the region.Sarah writes hard-to-put- down fiction for young adults and adults. She is the author of Cold Earth, Night Waking, Bodies of Light, Signs for Lost Children … View moreFeatherston Booktown is hosting UK author Sarah Moss: it's rare to have an international author of this quality here in the region.Sarah writes hard-to-put- down fiction for young adults and adults. She is the author of Cold Earth, Night Waking, Bodies of Light, Signs for Lost Children and The Tidal Zone. Come and hear Sarah talk about her new book Ghost Wall with publisher and South Wairarapa resident, Mary McCallum: Friday 8 November at 7:00 – 8:00pm in the Function Room at the Royal Hotel Featherston. Come and get your ticket at either the Masteron or Martinborough i-SITE Visitor Centres
“Parkable really has been a game-changer for me.” - Jon Kowski
By renting his single parking spot on Parkable, Jon makes an extra $2,500 each year. That means less stress about finances and a better lifestyle.
How much could you earn with Parkable? Find out by clicking through!
If you … View more“Parkable really has been a game-changer for me.” - Jon Kowski
By renting his single parking spot on Parkable, Jon makes an extra $2,500 each year. That means less stress about finances and a better lifestyle.
How much could you earn with Parkable? Find out by clicking through!
If you list your space by the 30th of November 2019, you'll go in the draw to win a $50 gift voucher.
Bearded Iris blooming season is here. I have put pictures of some of the Dwarf bearded irises that I have for sale at $8 for a little clump of at least two, probably more rhizomes. They will be trimmed and ready to plant and should put on good growth through the Summer, ready for flowering next … View moreBearded Iris blooming season is here. I have put pictures of some of the Dwarf bearded irises that I have for sale at $8 for a little clump of at least two, probably more rhizomes. They will be trimmed and ready to plant and should put on good growth through the Summer, ready for flowering next season. They are already conditioned to the Wairarapa climate which is an advantage.
The dwarf Irises grow no taller than about 30 or 40 cms. I do have names for most of them.
They look lovely on a border edge, in a rockery, and do well in pots too.
Easy to grow , they do like a well drained position and at least 5 hours sun a day.
The Tall bearded irises are just coming into flower now and you are welcome to view those.
All the irises pictured here are dwarf to Medium sized irises. I plan to list the Talls later.
Thanks for looking.
Pickup is in Kuripuni.
Does anyone go here regularly or looking for a gift for someone? I'm about to move out of Carterton and have found a voucher I bought for myself (to force me to get pampered) but haven't used it. It's $100 voucher and would like to get at least $70 for it.
Our new website is now live and ready for visitors. Click below to see it for yourself.
Hi,
does anyone know when rubbish will be collected in Carterton for Labour Weekend? Is it business as usual?
Thanks
Herbal Visionz NZ Culinary Lavender. 50gm.
Lavender is a member of the Lamiaceae family, which includes many indispensible culinary herbs, such as the mints, rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano and marjoram. Next time you’re out in your herb garden, take a close look at these herbs.
You’ll … View moreHerbal Visionz NZ Culinary Lavender. 50gm.
Lavender is a member of the Lamiaceae family, which includes many indispensible culinary herbs, such as the mints, rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano and marjoram. Next time you’re out in your herb garden, take a close look at these herbs.
You’ll notice that their stems, rather than being round, are actually square, which is one of the distinctive characteristics of this illustrious family. Another characteristic, of course, is that all these herbs produce highly fragrant essential oils. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that lavender can be used in cooking.
Lavender can be substituted for any of these other herbs in cooking (except basil – I wouldn’t care to try a lavender pesto, but who knows?). It is, perhaps, most similar to rosemary or thyme, but imparts a delicate, floral flavour to dishes.
Would make a great gift for an international visitor!
Use in biscuit and cake recipes, ice cream, confectioneries, chocolates as well as spice rubs, rice and curries.
I also have culinary lavender oil for sale.
Have you got your gardens ready for the dry season? Apply mulch now to lock in the moisture and keep the unwanted weeds at bay. If applied at the right depth you wont need to worry about watering over summer! Order yours now! Call or txt me on 0212203694. Cheers. Nathan.
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