Save us from sandflies

September 2024

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A head net will keep sandflies at bay
It’s been a tough day. Knees ache and shoulders are stiff, there’s the tent to set up, and then a brew and relaxation. But … bzzz  bzzz: namu! Sandflies! They’ve arrived, but they can be kept at bay. 1. The most expensive repellants don’t necessarily yield the best results. West Coasters swear by a homemade […]

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