The Biggest Little Frock - Update
as previously posted, we have been working on the date and got an approval hence the update on the Biggest Little Frock in Waikanae which will be Waikanae Beach Hall, 22a Raupara St, On Saturday 17th August starting from 7 p.m.
Below are the details that may answer some of the questions some of you may have
How to be part of The Biggest Little Frock Swap in Waikanae Beach!
1. Message or email us to reserve your ticket. We’ll send you the bank account details to deposit money. Once deposited, we’ll send you your ticket and the drop off addresses. Note: your space isn’t guaranteed until we have received payment. Now, let the fun begin!
2. The next step is to declutter your wardrobe. We’ve all got items that aren’t past their “use by” date, yet we never wear. Maybe we’ve lost or gained a few kilos, or we never have the right occasion. And we’ve all fallen guilty to that impulse buy that never sees the light of day.
If this seems a little daunting, invite that one friend around to make a night of it. You’ll need wine, a full length mirror and chocolate to really embrace this process.
3. Ensure your swaps are in good condition (no holes, stains, broken zips, etc). They should be clean and recently ironed (if necessary). Then drop them off to one of the drop-off points at LEAST one week prior to the Frock Swap.
POINTERS:
1. Your items don’t have to be frocks (any item of clothing is accepted, and accessories such as hats, jewelry, scarfs, bag and shoes are also welcome).
2. Your items don’t have to be “designer” – we’ll accept everything from The Warehouse to World, Kmart to Karen Walker!
3. There is no set number of items you need to donate, but we recommend 3+, so that we have a good selection for you to shop from.
4. The number of items you donate is not linked to the number you can free shop (frop?) on the night.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15% ... It is complicated
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
February's Weather to Mid-month
The dry, sunny weather of recent months continues, but with an increase in temperatures.
Over the last couple of months summer's temperatures in Kāpiti had been up to a degree cooler than average, but recent weeks has seen a daily average of 23.3℃, normal for February. Thursday's (Feb. 12) 27.2℃ was the highest of the summer to-date
The longtime average rainfall for the month is around 60mm and we have had about half that, but this is insufficient to maintain soil moisture, so if the unsettled weather predicted for the next few days delivered 30-40mm it would be good.
The SW winds, with a 'watch' from Sunday evening (Feb 15), were already fairly strong by mid morning.
Photo: Saturday evening, the calm before the storm.
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