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Spiritual African statues to go on display

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

​A dramatic collection of statues and masks from nine African countries will be on display at Taupo Museum from this weekend, challenging viewers' ideas about art, belief, tradition and culture.

The exhibition, Minkisi – Art and Belief in West and Central Africa, belongs to collector Desmond Bovey and looks at the meaning of minkisi (also known as zinkisi or nkisi), spirits or objects that a spirit inhabits.

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Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 79.9% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    79.9% Complete
  • 20.1% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    20.1% Complete
826 votes
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Create a Stunning Stain Feature Wall with Resene Colorwood

Resene ColorShop Gisborne

Transform your living room into a work of art with Resene Colorwood wood stains. Find out how to create your own stain feature wall with these easy step by step instructions.

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Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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