Plume Villas, the magic of Matakana
A one-hour scenic drive from Auckland, and 5 minutes from Matakana, Plume Restaurant is recognised for superb cuisine perfectly complemented by Runner Duck Estate Vineyard’s fine wines. As the vineyard’s cellar door, tastings are available here. Now, 12 new luxury villas offer accommodation a brief stroll from the restaurant, in surroundings where gourmet travellers or those seeking an escape from the city can discover some Matakana magic of their very own.
Ranging from 1-3 bedrooms, and sharing a swimming pool, the villas feature all the comforts of home in an idyllic coastal country setting. Your country escape starts here.
Emma’s wedding dress reveal tells a different love story
A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.
But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 years ago at the age of 37.
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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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.2% ... It is complicated
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
(Trev from Silverdale kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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