706 days ago

ants

Nigel from Richmond

this may save a lot of money getting fixed... i live in a self contained caravan... 2 days b4 heavy rain in richmond..ants invade..2 days ago may solar batteries went dead..so i reached in and turned on the charger. wednesday was beautiful and batteries fully charged but come dark..immediately went flat, short circuit, on opening the battery area, i found dead and live ants all over the charger...sprayed fly spray..the did a full power vacumn all over. the charger lights came on and by morning...everything including the computer worked normal. googled ;ants causing shorting' and found that ants can cause these problems.

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Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

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We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
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Hi I am urgently looking for swan plants for the handful of caterpillars I have left. They must be 100% spray free. If you have any, please let me know. Happy to drive and pick up. Thanks
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Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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