Caccia Birch House Open Days - FREE ENTRY!
Dates:
Sunday 10th February: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sunday 17th February 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Come and visit us at Historic Caccia Birch House in Hokowhitu, Palmerston North on our open days!
Come along and experience the beautiful handcrafted rimu timber paneling and elegant chandeliers along with the extensive history of the property.
Stroll through the beautiful gardens and grounds, enjoying the rose gardens and wonderful views over Hokowhitu Lagoon.
The Coach House will be open, displaying the history archives throughout the old stables.
Feel free to bring along a picnic and settle on the large lawn out the front of the house, chill out and enjoy the ambiance - and some sunshine!
Extensive care has been put into the preservation of the buildings - so we love to share the experience of yesteryear with visitors.
This is a wonderful chance for history buffs to come and have a look at this historic homestead
If you are looking for a wedding and function venue, this is the perfect chance to come and have a look.
We are open to the public and entry is free - we look forward to seeing you there!
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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59.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
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.
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