Highwic Christmas Terrarium Making Workshop (Children’s Workshop)
Let your children's imaginations bloom as they build their very own Christmas terrarium, filled with festive cheer and natural wonder.
Get ready for a magical holiday experience! The amazing Chikako Shiraki will lead your children through the process of making a special Christmas terrarium! Let their imaginations bloom as they build their very own miniature ecosystems, filled with festive cheer and natural wonder.
What is a terrarium? Think of it as a tiny, self-contained world! A glass container filled with soil, plants, and decorations to create a miniature garden. It's a fun, creative way to bring nature indoors, and celebrate the holiday season. Kids will learn about plants, ecosystems, and design while creating something beautiful to take home.
Suitable for ages 7+. Materials supplied.
A 10% discount is available to Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Members – contact Highwic directly to book. hichwic@heritage.org.nz
Secure your spot today!
Night-time roadworks on SH16
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
NZCCM Massage and English Programmes
The New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.
Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.
As Auckland’s only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.
Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
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