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January 26 - 2021
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RENOVATIONS The Insulation Specialists Northland Insulation Ltd Residential • Commerical & Rental Properties
Suppliers & Installers of:
FREE e su Mea re & Quot d ne Locally Ow & Operated by Warrick Rusk
• Earthwool Fibreglass • Mammoth Polyester • ClimaFoam XPS Board • Acoustic Sound Proofing
wright design ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
N.Z.C.A.D, L.B.P. 117345, DESIGN 1 & 2
u by Andy Bryenton
• 50 years experience • All designs/plans council guaranteed • FREE local site/house visit
• Wool No. 117345 Covering Whangarei, Bay of Islands, Kerikeri, Dargaville & Mangawhai Areas
Trade Price For House Lots
PH 09 435 2288
440A Kamo Rd, Kamo warrick@northlandinsulation.co.nz
Mob: 021 276 7389 Office: 3 John Sinclair Avenue, Wellsford
www.northlandinsulation.co.nz
www.brianwright@xtra.co.nz
HAYES FENCING
Your local Drainage Specialists
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Call Shaun 027 818 7344 hayesfencing.nz@gmail.com
COVERING THE KAIPARA
Summer-proof your outdoors
Domestic Drainage Septic Tanks & Effluent Fields Secondary Treatment Systems Stormwater/Watertanks CCTV Drain Camera 3.5 Tonne & 1.8 Tonne Excavator
Mark Wharfe Certifying Drainlayer Mob: 0274 778 678 mark@markirdrainage.co.nz
This summer hasn’t packed the double punch of heat and arid conditions that saw 2020 open with water restrictions; even with seasonal rain the outdoors is looking parched and dry in places. At home, you can make your own backyard a haven of green despite the heat. We haven’t seen a hosepipe ban yet this year. Still, sprinklers are already off the cards for many, prompting questions on how to maintain a great garden without breaking the rules. One answer is upstream, with a water supply; source a water ‘cube’ or rain barrel to double down on the amount of water harvested from rooftops and outbuildings. Another option is to install a greywater capture system, saving dish rinsing water, shower and bath water for the plants. It might not be as costly as it sounds but may also mean the necessity of changing the soaps and hair products you use. The other solution for a summer garden lies downstream; picking plants that can stand the Kiwi summer. Native plants are a good choice, as they have adapted to Northland during the centuries, long before humans first came to these shores. They also tend to attract native birds, which is a bonus. This time of year, precious irrigation can be saved for the kitchen garden and specimen plants, under netting for shade and to collect dewfall, by populating the other areas of the garden with native options or situating
succulents in those areas exposed to the full power of the sun. Shade is also king in summer. Mature trees with their deep roots and broad canopies can protect more fragile plants. However, remember that more water will be needed in areas sheltered by trees, as there are many roots beneath the surface competing for a drink. The best time to water is in the early morning when the sun does not have so much of a chance to evaporate your good work. Finally, there’s the option to pile up mulch around your gardens and around the base of trees to add another level of nutrient and moisture retention. Mulch cools the soil temperature, protects shallow root systems, which can be cooked by drying and cracking of the upper soil layer, and it also prevents weeds from taking root. A good mulch can be made of many garden waste products, not just the usual bark and wood chip mixture that’s common to buy. With a solid wood chipper, you can make your own, and combine in dropped leaves, flowers and pine needles to add volume and variety, which breaks down into a range of valuable nutrients. ¢
● SCAFFOLDING ● PLASTERING ● WATERBLASTING ● EXTERIORS ● INTERIORS ● ROOFS ● AIRLESS SPRAYING
EDEN EMTAGE
SUPER SAVERS
ECO JET 1000PC WATER PUMP
FILTERS
W $496
SAVE ON SUMMER RENOVATIONS! SEE US FOR RED HOT DEALS ON ESSENTIALS FOR YOUR SUMMER PROJECTS
APEX TANK LEVEL INDICATOR
S $70
Painters & Decorators
MAKE THOSE IMPROVEMENTS AND UPGRADES WHILE THE SUN SHINES
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EZEFLOW
Contact: Eden or Louise Phone: 021 074 9152 or 027 369 1073 Email: ezeflowpainter@gmail.com GST No: 84-379-263
Highly visible water level indicator for large water tanks and reservoirs.
• 20 micron Jumbo poly pleated filters $30.00 • 20 micron Standard poly pleated filters $15.00 • 5 micron Jumbo Carbon Filter $46.00 • 0.5 micron Carbon Filter small $25.00 Valid until 31st January. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Pavers, shell, stone, pebble and scoria garden supplies, joinery and accessories and so much more! From indoor to outdoors, we’ve got what you need, savings GUARANTEED!
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“THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME IS OUR SPECIALITY” 102 JERVOIS STREET, DARGAVILLE Email: sales@plumbingandheat.co.nz
CALL US NOW! 0800 326 123
29 Gladstone Street, Dargaville PH: 09 439 5769 or 021 045 5607