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Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?
Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't… View moreHi neighbours,
Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?
Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't even aware of.
For example, do you have a 1.2-metre fixed childproof fence with a self-closing gate opening outwards?
What are your thoughts on paddling pool safety? If faced with an inspection, would your pool set-up pass? Do you think all these rules are essential? What are your tips for setting up a paddling pool safely?
To read more about how to keep your kids safe in and around pools, click here.
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Hi guys, hope you're all enjoying the sunshine. I saw a post on Facebook about one of the down sides of the warmer weather - hot play ground equipment. Are we wrapping our kids in cotton wool or have the council not thought it through with this new piece at Pollard Park?
Spice up your Summer BBQ with Tegel Smokey Chipotle Chicken Tenders!
This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to pull together and is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, in-laws and neighbours. Chunky chicken tenders coated in flavoursome chipotle spices served with a delicious lemon garlic … View moreSpice up your Summer BBQ with Tegel Smokey Chipotle Chicken Tenders!
This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to pull together and is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, in-laws and neighbours. Chunky chicken tenders coated in flavoursome chipotle spices served with a delicious lemon garlic sour cream and parsnip and potato wedges, this will be the highlight of the barbie. Give them a go this weekend.
Races-at Waterlea -McLauchlan St .Springlands.Blenheim
Fri 18 Jan-2pm
Sun 20 Jan-12noon.
Price $10 for adults... Under 18 -free
Sun will be a good day for Neighbourly members-including 40+singles.
places for children to play-music-food ,icecream and cool drinks
A bar for adults and … View moreRaces-at Waterlea -McLauchlan St .Springlands.Blenheim
Fri 18 Jan-2pm
Sun 20 Jan-12noon.
Price $10 for adults... Under 18 -free
Sun will be a good day for Neighbourly members-including 40+singles.
places for children to play-music-food ,icecream and cool drinks
A bar for adults and food,coffee,available. and TAB.
Bring your own picnic-if you wish.Slap on sunscreen, and a hat.
It is really like a country picnic day out.
You don't need to bet-but more fun if you do. Even $1 each way is acceptable if you want to be in -you never know your luck.
Please contact Cherrie if you want to meet in the seating area, in front of TAB-12-12.30 see you there.
Parents and dog owners in Marlborough have been warned to take extra care around the region's streams after toxic algae was spotted.
High concentrations of algae have been seen in parts of the Omaka and Wairau rivers by council staff.
A Marlborough District Council statement said warning… View moreParents and dog owners in Marlborough have been warned to take extra care around the region's streams after toxic algae was spotted.
High concentrations of algae have been seen in parts of the Omaka and Wairau rivers by council staff.
A Marlborough District Council statement said warning signs had been placed at some of the access points, but people needed to be aware the algae could be in other areas that had not been signposted. Not all areas were monitored. Read more here.
Auto, 1.3L. Runs mint, is a reliable little car. Has some paint fade and some scratches, but no dings. Only two previous owners. Warranted and registered. Great around town and easy parking. Cheap to run, easy on insurance for young drivers. $4,500 ono! Contact me here or on my cell 0220826360.
Hello again neighbours! Like many of you, I’ve just returned to work thinking that I’d quite like to still be outdoors in our wonderful bush or at the beach.
If you’re thinking of having a fire at the beach or planning to burn all that rubbish you’ve accumulated at the bach, … View moreHello again neighbours! Like many of you, I’ve just returned to work thinking that I’d quite like to still be outdoors in our wonderful bush or at the beach.
If you’re thinking of having a fire at the beach or planning to burn all that rubbish you’ve accumulated at the bach, check out the rules about fires. With summer here, there’s an increased risk of fires that can rapidly become significant emergency events.
It only takes a couple of minutes to check online at the Fire Emergency New Zealand website and to keep yourself and your neighbours safe.
Hey guys there is a local film looking for 100 youth to use as Extras.
Dates the 12th of January from 4pm to 7pm and the 13th of January from 1pm to 5pm.
Free Snacks Included.
To enroll go to the Marlborough youth trust.
Or for info on the film check this link out. i.stuff.co.nz...
There is nothing better than getting out for a ride with your friends. But before getting out on your bike, make sure you take time to check out some great ways to help you and your mates enjoy the ride this summer!
Remember the most experienced rider should ride at the back of the pack, and … View moreThere is nothing better than getting out for a ride with your friends. But before getting out on your bike, make sure you take time to check out some great ways to help you and your mates enjoy the ride this summer!
Remember the most experienced rider should ride at the back of the pack, and plan your stops along the way. If you find yourself ahead of the group slow down and wait for others to catch up. And as always, ride your own ride and stay Shiny Side Up!
Hi Neighbours,
As you drive around our beautiful country this summer, you'll see honesty stalls, selling everything from fruit and vegetables to pine cones, dotted along our highways.
Honesty stalls in rural NZ may be the "Kiwi way", but thieves are making it difficult to survive.
… View moreHi Neighbours,
As you drive around our beautiful country this summer, you'll see honesty stalls, selling everything from fruit and vegetables to pine cones, dotted along our highways.
Honesty stalls in rural NZ may be the "Kiwi way", but thieves are making it difficult to survive.
One grower-family was targeted with a spate of $100 per day thefts.
But out-of-pocket growers have pledged to continue; keeping the "Kiwi tradition" alive, in spite of thieves.
To read more, click here.
Do you make the most of honesty stalls when you're driving throughout New Zealand?
Is it a vespula wasp (German or common) or a paper wasp? Find out the difference here.
Once you know which type of wasp to target, the next step is to use the correct control method.
- For paper wasps, there are commercially available sprays at hardware stores around the country. The important … View moreIs it a vespula wasp (German or common) or a paper wasp? Find out the difference here.
Once you know which type of wasp to target, the next step is to use the correct control method.
- For paper wasps, there are commercially available sprays at hardware stores around the country. The important things to note are not to get too close (these sprays can go up to four metres), and to do it at dusk once the wasps have returned to their nests. If you are unsure where the nests are, you can usually follow the wasp to it, as they don't travel too far away.
- Vespex is a protein-based bait which is suitable for use on the vespula wasp species. This is usually done at landscape scale as a small tub of bait can cover a large area. You don't need to find the nests as the wasps carry the bait home with them. Vespex is not at all attractive to bees. If there is a problem in your area you can learn all about the use of vespex here. You will need to be an approved user - a short 10-minute video course is all that is required. Vespex is not suitable for paper wasps as they prefer live bait. You can also contribute to our fight against wasps here: givealittle.co.nz...
Jandals. The good old Kiwi flip flop. When the sun is blazing down, the rubber shoe can take you from the morning stroll to get a paper, the beach, and then on to a bar. But how pricey are these items getting - what did you pay back in the day, and what's the most expensive one you've … View moreJandals. The good old Kiwi flip flop. When the sun is blazing down, the rubber shoe can take you from the morning stroll to get a paper, the beach, and then on to a bar. But how pricey are these items getting - what did you pay back in the day, and what's the most expensive one you've seen in the beach boutiques nowadays?
We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
So roll up, roll up ... there's nothing like licking a scoop of ice cream during the summer. How much do you pay at home, and when you are away? What is the most expensive ice cream you've bought on holiday?
[Note, if … View moreWe want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
So roll up, roll up ... there's nothing like licking a scoop of ice cream during the summer. How much do you pay at home, and when you are away? What is the most expensive ice cream you've bought on holiday?
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The Kiwi day at the beach. It's what our summer memories are made of. It's an easy and fun way to spend a day in the sun - but is it still cheap?
We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
First up: What do you pay for fish and chips? And what's the most … View moreThe Kiwi day at the beach. It's what our summer memories are made of. It's an easy and fun way to spend a day in the sun - but is it still cheap?
We want to know what a day at the beach with the classics costs us.
First up: What do you pay for fish and chips? And what's the most expensive takeaway fish and chips you have come across?
[Note, if you'd prefer we didn't quote you in our articles on Neighbourly or Stuff.co.nz, please mark your post "NQ"]
Did anyone get a drone for Christmas? Has it gone missing already or is all going well? I'd love to try and help reunite people with their missing gifts so please get in contact if you have a drone that's missing in action. Maybe I can help get it back.
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