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Daylight saving ends at 3am on Sunday 3rd of April 2022, when the clocks go back by 1 hour. This date also serves as a timely reminder for people to check their smoke alarms at home and to take note of the expiry date, battery, the cleanliness of the alarm, and its placement.
Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.
Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole … View morePutting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.
Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole family, sent to your inbox on Saturday mornings. As a bonus you'll also get our Weekend Baking collection, perfect for filling the baking tins, lunchboxes, or that 4pm gap.
Subscribe by 5pm on 4 April and go in the draw to win a 65" Sony TV. For details and T&Cs see here.
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Hey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!
But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t … View moreHey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!
But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry! We’re here to break it down for you.
We’ve covered the best shows to watch on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime and Neon right now.
Plus, we’ve got the lowdown on which broadband providers are offering free subscriptions to these streaming services!!
** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - James Eaton is BACK with a NEW show, perfect for your Friday night! If you previously enjoyed his shows, "The Outer Limits" and "Up to his ears in… View more** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - James Eaton is BACK with a NEW show, perfect for your Friday night! If you previously enjoyed his shows, "The Outer Limits" and "Up to his ears in alligators" then be sure to tune in tonight, to be sure!
* Saturday 9am: "Conversations" - Graeme Joyes chats with the gorgeous Rose DeBorst - local musician (see separate post).
* Sat 9.30am: "Kapiti W.E.A" - Todd Zaner chats with Roger Pitchforth about latest news and courses from W.E.A...
* Sat 10am: "Blues Train" - Always a fabulously smooth, groovy hour of blues and jazz with our Ryan Gatling 🎷
* Sat 11.30am: "At the table with Gail" - another half hour of food, fun and recipes from our Gail Hall and this week she's talking to Tanya Jayne Ellis via the phone from her caravan down at Otaki Beach. Recipes are on our Facebook page every week too.
* Sat 2pm: "NZ Music" - Your weekday Breakfast Host, Todd Zaner joins you for a half hour of local Kiwi Music!
* Sat/Sun/Mon 3pm: "NZ Retro weekly top 40" - A weekly show with Rob Walker and this weekend Rob features music from April 1985!
* Sat 8pm - 12am: "Rock back the clock with Dave Dee" - Rockin' ya Saturday as usual - this weekend Dave features "The Greatest BBQ party songs".
* Sunday 7am: "Suzy & Friends" - Suzy Cato will bring a smile to young and old with her fun, stories, shout outs and giveaways!
* Sun 9am: "Children's Story" - Author and ex Librarian Vivienne Bailey reads from Dasvid Hill's book, 'Three scoops'....
* Sun 11am: "Focus on Arts" - Mary Gow from the Mulled Wine Concerts is in the studio and talking with pianist Michael Endres who will be performning at BOTH Mulled Wine Concerts (in both Featherston - Friday 8th April and Paekakariki - Sunday 10th April - make sure you get your tickets now!!!).
* Sun 4pm: "Kapiti GAY" - Tony Reed talks about 'musicals online' ...
* Sun 7.30pm: "Daylight Savings Time" - a special one off show from our friend and contributor, Jon Hollingsworth.
If you haven't seen anything that tickles your fancy, head to our website and check out our daily programme schedule and podcasts there. 😉😎
REMEMBER TO WIND YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR BEFORE YOU GO TO BED SATURDAY NIGHT/SUNDAY MORNING!
Another goodie this week for our "Conversations" programme, Saturday 9am on 104.7FM....
Rose DeBorst came in to the studio for a chat with Graeme Joyes about her music....
Rose tells us, the photos with Troy Kingi and Bic Runga were taken at the Waiata Music Awards 2019. She managed to … View moreAnother goodie this week for our "Conversations" programme, Saturday 9am on 104.7FM....
Rose DeBorst came in to the studio for a chat with Graeme Joyes about her music....
Rose tells us, the photos with Troy Kingi and Bic Runga were taken at the Waiata Music Awards 2019. She managed to make it to the Top 5 for over 21s category for Emerging Artist through a competition that Aoetaroa's Most Talented was running at the time.
Find out what she's up to now...and have a nosey at these links too!
Facebook - www.facebook.com...
Spotify - open.spotify.com...
YouTube - www.youtube.com...
ITunes - itunes.apple.com...
Instagram - www.instagram.com...
"Conversations" repeats the following Wednesday at 7pm and will be available as a podcast on our website from Saturday morning.
You remember his past shows 'Outer Limits' and 'Up to his ears in alligators'....
Well, now James Eaton is back and he invites you to join him in 'The Groove Yard' where he rummages through recorded relics finding forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems … View moreYou remember his past shows 'Outer Limits' and 'Up to his ears in alligators'....
Well, now James Eaton is back and he invites you to join him in 'The Groove Yard' where he rummages through recorded relics finding forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century.
---- THIS Friday night he has found songs by Carla Thomas ---- Chuck Berry ---- Was Not Was ---- Nilsson --- and DEVO just to name a few ----
The Groove Yard 7pm Friday (Repeats the following Wednesday 11pm)...ONLY on 104.7FM - Coast Access Radio - For, By and About the communities of Horowhenua and Kapiti!
Taking small steps and setting smaller goals has the power to reduce distractions, clear our path to success, and increase motivation and productivity. It is important to focus on the small steps to reach our end goal, as each step propels us closer.
Speak to our team today about how we can help… View moreTaking small steps and setting smaller goals has the power to reduce distractions, clear our path to success, and increase motivation and productivity. It is important to focus on the small steps to reach our end goal, as each step propels us closer.
Speak to our team today about how we can help your child take the next step with their learning.
Turn an old suitcase into a glossy glam decorative piece with a little imagination and Resene paint colours!
Find out how to create your own.
Theres an auction on at 2pm at Century 21in Palmy for 106 Shamrock street, perhaps a good purchase for first home buyers or developers.
Share with those you think might be interested!
Our House of the Week this week is a four bedroom family home set in a tranquil cul-de-sac in Hokowhitu, built for entertaining, and beautifully warm and sunny. For sale through Mike Pearson from Harcourts. Take a look at today's edition of Homed to find out more!
Looking for an agent to … View moreOur House of the Week this week is a four bedroom family home set in a tranquil cul-de-sac in Hokowhitu, built for entertaining, and beautifully warm and sunny. For sale through Mike Pearson from Harcourts. Take a look at today's edition of Homed to find out more!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Manawatū to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Manawatū.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Manawatū gets delivered to letterboxes on a Thursday, and also inserted into the Manawatū Standard, delivered to subscribers, and is available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Karen Baker on 021 973 105 or karen.baker@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
Hi everyone, I am thinking of switching dentists and am considering going to Carpenters. Has anyone had experience with them? My other consideration is Rapid Response. If anyone has feedback about either of them, it would be appreciated. Can't decide 🙄
Hey Neighbours,
Matty McLean from tvnz breakfast show and two friends have started their own weekly podcast, its pretty fun to listen to, look out for a new episode every Wednesday called "Out the gayte" find em on spotify:
open.spotify.com...
In this blog we discuss the most common upholstery problems that can arise in use. We will break each problem down, looking at what it is, the likely cause and recommended remedies and solutions to avoid future reoccurrence.
CROCKING: What is it? Crocking is the term used to describe the … View moreIn this blog we discuss the most common upholstery problems that can arise in use. We will break each problem down, looking at what it is, the likely cause and recommended remedies and solutions to avoid future reoccurrence.
CROCKING: What is it? Crocking is the term used to describe the transfer of excess dye from one surface to another due to rubbing and friction. The issue is increased by certain atmospheric conditions such as humidity and temperature.
Likely cause: In a situation where the dye is transferring out of the upholstery fabric (for instance a red fabric is turning pink) it will usually be a result of either poor quality dyes used during textile manufacturing or that the dyes were not set correctly during the dyeing and finishing process. Crocking can also occur when dye is transferred from an outside source onto the upholstery fabric, for instance a pair of new jeans can transfer blue dye on to your sofa giving it a grubby appearance.
Remedy: The key thing to establish with crocking is whether the discolouration is due to dye transferring out of your upholstery fabric or on to it from an external source. If it is transferring out of the fabric then it is important to check that some substance e.g. a solvent based product, has not come into contact with the fabric and affected the dyes. If all of the above can be ruled out then a genuine fabric issue may be the cause and the fabric will need to be replaced from another batch or alternative fabric.
FADING: What is it? Discolouration or lightening of the dye in a fabric due to exposure to ultraviolet light. Constant exposure to high levels of direct ultraviolet light can also result in fibre degradation, causing the fabric fibres to become brittle, which may result in areas of breakage.
Likely Cause: It is important to note that no fabric is 100% colourfast (resistant to fading), however discolouration can generally be attributed to the use of poor quality dyes during fabric manufacturing or due to constant direct exposure to ultraviolet light with inadequate protection. Ironically ultraviolet damage occurs more during the winter months when the sun is sitting lower in the sky and sun filters/curtains are often left open during the day to increase light flow into a room.
Remedy: Once an upholstery fabric has faded there is nothing that can be done to reverse the issue other than recovering the affected piece of furniture. It is therefore very important that furniture is positioned to protect it from constant direct sunlight and of course the use of quality sun-filters and lined curtains at the window will help to reduce your furniture’s exposure to harmful UV light. Regular rotation of reversible cushions is advisable so that both fading and wear occur evenly. We also recommend rotating the placement of your furniture in relation to exposed windows for the same reason.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
In this blog we discuss the most common upholstery problems that can arise in use. We will break each problem down, looking at what it is, the likely cause and recommended remedies and solutions to avoid future reoccurrence.
CROCKING: What is it? Crocking is the term used to describe the … View moreIn this blog we discuss the most common upholstery problems that can arise in use. We will break each problem down, looking at what it is, the likely cause and recommended remedies and solutions to avoid future reoccurrence.
CROCKING: What is it? Crocking is the term used to describe the transfer of excess dye from one surface to another due to rubbing and friction. The issue is increased by certain atmospheric conditions such as humidity and temperature.
Likely cause: In a situation where the dye is transferring out of the upholstery fabric (for instance a red fabric is turning pink) it will usually be a result of either poor quality dyes used during textile manufacturing or that the dyes were not set correctly during the dyeing and finishing process. Crocking can also occur when dye is transferred from an outside source onto the upholstery fabric, for instance a pair of new jeans can transfer blue dye on to your sofa giving it a grubby appearance.
Remedy: The key thing to establish with crocking is whether the discolouration is due to dye transferring out of your upholstery fabric or on to it from an external source. If it is transferring out of the fabric then it is important to check that some substance e.g. a solvent based product, has not come into contact with the fabric and affected the dyes. If all of the above can be ruled out then a genuine fabric issue may be the cause and the fabric will need to be replaced from another batch or alternative fabric.
FADING: What is it? Discolouration or lightening of the dye in a fabric due to exposure to ultraviolet light. Constant exposure to high levels of direct ultraviolet light can also result in fibre degradation, causing the fabric fibres to become brittle, which may result in areas of breakage.
Likely Cause: It is important to note that no fabric is 100% colourfast (resistant to fading), however discolouration can generally be attributed to the use of poor quality dyes during fabric manufacturing or due to constant direct exposure to ultraviolet light with inadequate protection. Ironically ultraviolet damage occurs more during the winter months when the sun is sitting lower in the sky and sun filters/curtains are often left open during the day to increase light flow into a room.
Remedy: Once an upholstery fabric has faded there is nothing that can be done to reverse the issue other than recovering the affected piece of furniture. It is therefore very important that furniture is positioned to protect it from constant direct sunlight and of course the use of quality sun-filters and lined curtains at the window will help to reduce your furniture’s exposure to harmful UV light. Regular rotation of reversible cushions is advisable so that both fading and wear occur evenly. We also recommend rotating the placement of your furniture in relation to exposed windows for the same reason.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
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