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Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View moreDon't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
1. Check your smoke alarms
Smoke alarms provide an early warning in case of a fire inside your home. Traditional alarms beep when they detect smoke or fire, while smart detectors also send an alert to your phone. There should be a smoke detector in every room in your house except bathrooms, for … View more1. Check your smoke alarms
Smoke alarms provide an early warning in case of a fire inside your home. Traditional alarms beep when they detect smoke or fire, while smart detectors also send an alert to your phone. There should be a smoke detector in every room in your house except bathrooms, for maximum protection. You also need one in the hallway between the living area and bedrooms.
Crucially, you are highly advised to test your smoke alarms at least once a year to ensure they still work. You are four times more likely to die in a house fire without a functioning smoke alarm!
2. Get a fire extinguisher
Having a fire extinguisher handy can make the difference between a small kitchen mishap that was successfully contained, and the house literally burning down. There are different types of fire extinguisher, classified according to the kind of fire they’re designed to tackle. Make sure you are aware of what the differences are and how to use each one in an emergency situation. A typical home extinguisher should have an ABC rating:
• Class A – combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, rubber, household rubbish, most plastics
• Class B – flammable liquids, solvents, oil, petrol, paints and lacquers
• Class C – gases including methane, propane, hydrogen, acetylene and natural gas
• Class D – combustible metals including magnesium and aluminium swarf
• Class E – Electrical fires
• Class F – chip pan fires, as an alternative to a fire blanket
3. Create a fire stopping landscape
A fire originating from outside, such as a wildfire, is best thwarted by preventing it from reaching your house in the first place. You can use landscape gardening design to slow down or stop the spread of fire towards your home, by adhering to these tips:
• Use hard landscaping such as concrete, stone or gravel around the house
• Clear any dry vegetation from around the home, particularly in the summer
• Use fire resistant plants such as lavender and honeysuckle for soft landscaping, and spread them out, to slow down fire and stop it from spreading
• Keep outdoor plants well watered during the summer months. Lush green planting is less likely to burn.
4. Use fire retardant materials
Let’s start with building materials; some are more vulnerable to fire than others. Using fire retardant alternatives and fireproofing your interiors are good first lines of defence against a potentially serious tragedy. Make the changes when you are refurbishing or redecorating your home. The Building.govt.nz website has a comprehensive list of everything you can do to help prevention of fire occurring. Designing for fire can also be designing for sustainability which is without a doubt a win-win!
When it comes to materials, concrete panels, stucco or brick for exterior walls, steel framing for windows and concrete or metal for roofing are all good choices. Fire retardant paint is also a good idea. For decking, concrete, tiles, stone or brick are better than wood.
Inside your home, choose fire resistant curtains and upholstery fabrics. Additional flameproofing can also be administered to your existing home fabrics and upholstered furniture in situ. Curtain Clean can service your existing upholstery anywhere in the country. Call us on 0800 579 0501 for prices and to find out more see www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas … View moreHi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas holiday? And did it change your views about holidaying domestically?
Feel free to comment below or message me directly. Please remember your comments may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want them to be. Thank you.
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Prime Hospital Location, First Home or Investment
First Viewings at the Open Home this Sunday 12.30 - 1pm
Call Lyndsey for further details - 027 446 2886
Thursday, 20 August 2020 @ 9:15am
Tee off is at 10:00am after morning tea. The fee does include morning and afternoon tea. Handicap index 0 - 54.0 (playing handicap as at 19 August will be used for this tournament.
Contact:
Pahiatua Golf Club
Phone:
06 376 5625
Email:
… View moreThursday, 20 August 2020 @ 9:15am
Tee off is at 10:00am after morning tea. The fee does include morning and afternoon tea. Handicap index 0 - 54.0 (playing handicap as at 19 August will be used for this tournament.
Contact:
Pahiatua Golf Club
Phone:
06 376 5625
Email:
pahiatuagolf@gmail.com
Price:
$25.00 per person
An interesting and informative tour will be held on Sunday 30 August at the Manawatu Gorge Historic Cemetery on S.H 3, starting at 2:00pm. The tour will visit the graves of the Woodville Domain Board members. Contact Joan 06 3765 690
Looking for A One Night Stand? Well, you've come to the right spot. No, no! Not that kind. The hilariously funny kind. A one-of-a-kind comedy event like Pahiatua has never seen before!
Address:
Regent Theatre, Main Street, Pahiatua
Contact:
Pahiatua Repertory
Phone:
06 376 8847
… View moreLooking for A One Night Stand? Well, you've come to the right spot. No, no! Not that kind. The hilariously funny kind. A one-of-a-kind comedy event like Pahiatua has never seen before!
Address:
Regent Theatre, Main Street, Pahiatua
Contact:
Pahiatua Repertory
Phone:
06 376 8847
Price:
$20.00
Looking for A One Night Stand? Well, you've come to the right spot. No, no! Not that kind. The hilariously funny kind. A one-of-a-kind comedy event like Dannevirke has never seen before!Friday, 7 August 2020 @ 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Featuring Richard Dryden, Doreen Van Dam, Lex and Taylor … View moreLooking for A One Night Stand? Well, you've come to the right spot. No, no! Not that kind. The hilariously funny kind. A one-of-a-kind comedy event like Dannevirke has never seen before!Friday, 7 August 2020 @ 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Featuring Richard Dryden, Doreen Van Dam, Lex and Taylor Ruddle. Hosted by Ben 'Tito' Caldwell. This is a show not to be missed. In fact, we're pretty sure it'll be a one night stand you'll be boasting about for ages! Pre sale tickets are $20.00 (inc booking fees) and available from Eventfinda and Merrylee's. Door sales on the night are $30.00. Warning: May contain adult themes and coarse language.
Merrylees Hotel, 2 Hall Street, Dannevirke
Contact:
Merrylees Hotel
Phone:
06 374 6484
Price:
$20.00 prebooked or $30.00 at the door
Wednesday, 5 August 2020 @ 6:00pm - 8:30pm
This course runs each Wednesday with the last one being held 23 September (8 classes). The Tutor is Melissa Reiri.
Te Kohanga Whakawhaiti Marae, Riccarton Road
Contact:
Wairarapa REAP
Phone:
0800 WAIREAP
Website:
www.reapwairarapa.nz...
Price:… View moreWednesday, 5 August 2020 @ 6:00pm - 8:30pm
This course runs each Wednesday with the last one being held 23 September (8 classes). The Tutor is Melissa Reiri.
Te Kohanga Whakawhaiti Marae, Riccarton Road
Contact:
Wairarapa REAP
Phone:
0800 WAIREAP
Website:
www.reapwairarapa.nz...
Price:
$20.00 with CSC or $40.00 standard
Wednesday, 5 August 2020 @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Course Tutors: Jackie Davidson has been teaching NZSL at secondary schools and adult classes for many years. Jackie is profoundly deaf herself. Purpose of the Course: This course is for those who want the opportunity to build on their prior knowledge and … View moreWednesday, 5 August 2020 @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Course Tutors: Jackie Davidson has been teaching NZSL at secondary schools and adult classes for many years. Jackie is profoundly deaf herself. Purpose of the Course: This course is for those who want the opportunity to build on their prior knowledge and skill to using NZSL. By the end of the course learners will be able to: have more confidence to use NZSL be able to sign and converse with class mates and other in the wider community.
Address:
Heartland Services, 11 Mangahao Road, Pahiatua
Contact:
Wairarapa REAP
Phone:
0800 WAIREAP
Price:
Community Service Card $20.00 for the term, Standard $40.00 per term
This class will enable you to gain confidence in using a sewing machine. Gain your “sewing machine licence” and then go on to plan a project to sew.Learn on your own machine or borrow one of ours – let us know when you enrol. 8 Tuesdays Phone 0800 WAIREAP
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