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Hi guys.
Merry Christbirth for Tuesday.
I have a good electric mower.
However, i would rather have a petrol one.
Is there anyone downsizing or would like to trade a petrol one for my electric one?
Hi.
I have a sage plant that has gotten a bit too big and rather than re-pot it somewhere else, i would rather give it away and start again in a smaller pot/area.
Free to good home.
Sage is great with chicken and potatoes.
But, i also like to deep/shallow fry the leaves and sprinkle them with … View moreHi.
I have a sage plant that has gotten a bit too big and rather than re-pot it somewhere else, i would rather give it away and start again in a smaller pot/area.
Free to good home.
Sage is great with chicken and potatoes.
But, i also like to deep/shallow fry the leaves and sprinkle them with salt. yummy!
I wish every person here a very merry Christmas, although i prefer the more correct term "Christbirth".
Please be safe and i wish everyone a great 2019.
To those people that have helped me in one way or another over the year, thank you so much.
God bless you all.
Dean.
Who would have thought that some of tastiest ingredients at one of New Zealand's swankiest country r…
The Boxing Day Bonanza is shaping to be the ultimate way to spend the day after Christmas. Join us for the Second General Metal Recyclers NZ LTD - GMR Demolition Derby of the season where the team will be attempting an official Guinness World Record attempt along the high horse power speed demons … View moreThe Boxing Day Bonanza is shaping to be the ultimate way to spend the day after Christmas. Join us for the Second General Metal Recyclers NZ LTD - GMR Demolition Derby of the season where the team will be attempting an official Guinness World Record attempt along the high horse power speed demons of the Saloon Class as they go head to head for the Wellington Championship.
When: Wednesday 26th December 2018
Where: 1039a State Highway 2, Upper Hutt
This not to be missed event is the greatest way to recover from Christmas with some adrenaline pumping Motorsport action, bring the family, bring the left overs and pack in for the night!
Student/Senior discounts and family concessions are available again this year.
Adult: $20.00
Child: 10-16 y/o: $10.00
Child Under 10: FREE
Students & Seniors (With ID or Gold Card): $15.00
Family (2 adults & up to 4 children): $50.00
Got some red cod an kahawai for free if anyone wants some good bait for craypots or to eat they are whole fish .. need to free up some freezer space
Christmas season is here again, and before you know it there’s only three more days to go! Carterton Market this Sunday is putting on a pre-Xmas market for those last minute locally-made gifts. There will be stalls, some of which have not been at the market before, music, a raffle for garden … View moreChristmas season is here again, and before you know it there’s only three more days to go! Carterton Market this Sunday is putting on a pre-Xmas market for those last minute locally-made gifts. There will be stalls, some of which have not been at the market before, music, a raffle for garden mulch drawn on the day, and a Xmas card-making activity for the kids.
Bridget Gardiner will be selling her vintage bunting and bunnies made from up-cycled fabrics.
Carl Perry has locally made upcycled timber chopping boards from a variety of woods including matai, totara and rimu.
Elwin Farm will be selling organically grown individual seedlings, great for putting in the garden over the Christmas break!
Dianne Millar will have on offer perennials for the gardening guru, as well as hand-knitted dishcloths and some leadlight suncatchers
Fionna Hill’s picked and lovingly created garden posies will be available at the Local Growers stall. At only $5 a bunch, these florist creations are not something you will see anywhere else.
Helen’s Honey has her locally Wairarapa grown honey, with different varieties to choose from, and at competitive prices.
Hensons Gardens still has available asparagus as well as a variety of new season potatoes including rocket and jersey benne at $3.50 a kilo.
JB Creations is having a range of handcrafted jewellery on display
Jenni Hall will be there with her teatowels including a lot of her Carterton souvenir designs
Julie Winder is on the Local Growers stall this week selling her NZ-certified Greytown Gold olive oil and her dried feijoas and other produce from her home.
Kate’s Kombucha has her fermented kombucha fizz in a variety of flavours, an ideal healthy non-alchohol alternative for around the Christmas barbie.
Leanne Presant will be bringing an assortment of smaller homemade products including bath bombs, slime, tie-dyed t-shirts, lucky dips, framed pictures, and necklaces.
Local Growers will be selling their weekly freshly harvested spray-free compost-grown produce, as well as an assortment of garden tools and aids.
Maureen Millar with her selection of creations made from donated and repurposed materials including children’s wear—girls dresses from 18 months to 8 years, boys jackets and shirts 3–5 years, boys and girls vests 11–12 years, and aprons, bags, necklaces, and chopstick wraps. All for under $5.
Old School Soap Petra has a lovely selection of handmade soaps with a variety of different colours and beautiful scents available.
Steve Wyllie’s edible plant varieties including perennials and new season spray-free garlic. Something different for the gardener that has everything, whether it’s wasabi plants, prickly pear cacti, or even peanut plants. He’s happy to talk to you anything unusual plant edibles.
Subliminal Candles is back with a variety of scented long-burning soy candles, as well as some personally knitted baby booties for small babies or expectant parents.
Carterton Farmers Market will have a stall where your kids can create their own Christmas card to give to someone special. Marty will be on hand to encourage and help where needed. It’s also your last chance to buy a raffle ticket to be in the draw for a trailer load of mulch. At $2 a ticket or 3 for $5 it’s a winner for those starting or finishing a garden project over the summer break.
And last but not least ...
Coffee On the Go where you can grab a coffee and a snack (the bacon sammys are my favouorite!) while you take a break from that Christmas rush. Chris will also be at Memorial Square on New Year’s Day.
A great variety of stalls with locally produced products. So why not pop down for a look around the Carterton Farmers Market pre-Christmas Sunday, whether for a late last minute gift (or for those late starters like my husband - hint!) and entertainment to boot. And pick up your fresh produce to get you through Christmas. See you there.
#EXCLUSIVE Oat the Goat is premiering on TVNZ1 and TVNZ2 tonight 7pm (Sat 22 Dec) with a story you can change with your TV remote! Will kindness win in the end? You decide. Don't miss out. #oatthegoat
We want Kiwis to get out and enjoy Christmas, so what better way to get in the festive spirit than sharing our very own tongue-in-cheek 12 Days of ACC Christmas. Instead of encouraging people to be overly cautious during the silly season, we wanted to share our injury prevention tips in a more … View moreWe want Kiwis to get out and enjoy Christmas, so what better way to get in the festive spirit than sharing our very own tongue-in-cheek 12 Days of ACC Christmas. Instead of encouraging people to be overly cautious during the silly season, we wanted to share our injury prevention tips in a more interesting way.
Based on the traditional Christmas song we all know and love, we created a video series featuring 12 weird and not so wonderful injuries we saw from last Christmas, and tips on how to avoid them!
Give our 12 Days of ACC Christmas video series a watch. From everyone at ACC we hope you have a very Merry Christmas and happy new year.
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