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Neighbourly members across the country have been sharing their festive decor to be in to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home. We've narrowed the entries down to six finalists (our toughest feat yet!).
Now it's up to you!
Click on the name of the finalist to see all of their … View moreNeighbourly members across the country have been sharing their festive decor to be in to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home. We've narrowed the entries down to six finalists (our toughest feat yet!).
Now it's up to you!
Click on the name of the finalist to see all of their photos before you cast your merry vote!
Nishan Wijesinghe from Te Atatu South - See all photos here
Mark Williams from Tamatea - See all photos here
Linda Clack from Cockle Bay - See all photos here
Luke Murphy from Hornby - See all photos here
Joanne Isles from Hokowhitu - See all photos here
Kirstyn Tait from Wigram - See all photos here
The finalist with the most votes will win the title of NZ's Merriest Home and $200 to go toward more Christmas goodies!
You can also enlarge the images below by clicking on them. Happy voting, neighbours!
Summer has arrived and Wairarapa is calling! Check out some of our upcoming summer events:
🌞 New Year's Race Day at Tauherenikau Racing & Event Centre - Thursday 2 January 🏇
Bring the family to Wairarapa's first and most famous race day of the year, with loads of family fun… View moreSummer has arrived and Wairarapa is calling! Check out some of our upcoming summer events:
🌞 New Year's Race Day at Tauherenikau Racing & Event Centre - Thursday 2 January 🏇
Bring the family to Wairarapa's first and most famous race day of the year, with loads of family fun to see in the New Year! Pack a picnic and head along for a guaranteed great day out.
🌞 Wairarapa Music in the Country - Friday 10 to Sunday 12 January 🎸
You’ll be blown away by the amazing calibre of some of NZ’s finest multi-award-winning musicians! Get your full festival and day passes now.
🌞 Hops in the Vines - Saturday 18 January 🍺
Join Brewtown Upper Hutt at Matahiwi Estate for a mouth-watering selection of craft beer and wines at Hops in the Vines over Wellington Anniversary weekend.
🌞 Toast Martinborough - Sunday 19 January 🍷
Enjoy a top day in Martinborough's vines with a mixture of world-class wines, various foods and vibrant live music, all based around the new walkable festival road. The new date on Wellington Anniversary weekend, gives you an extra day to relax and explore the rest of Martinborough.
The What's On page on our website is your go-to for everything that's on in the region. Link below.
Venetian plaster finishes are on-trend at the moment, so why not recreate this look at home and cover that unsightly rangehood at the same time? Find out how to create your own with Resene Sandtex and these easy step by step instructions.
Wairarapa Edition Monopoly game boards are in stock now at the Martinborough and Masterton isites and would make a great Christmas present! Come in and buy your copy today.
If you want to have a board game sent, you can ring our Masterton isite on +64 6 370 0900 and order your board game and pay… View moreWairarapa Edition Monopoly game boards are in stock now at the Martinborough and Masterton isites and would make a great Christmas present! Come in and buy your copy today.
If you want to have a board game sent, you can ring our Masterton isite on +64 6 370 0900 and order your board game and pay via EFTPOS or Credit Card. The deadline for Christmas orders by courier is this Saturday 14th December.
The festive season is nearly here—what better way to celebrate than by giving yourself or others the chance to win a stunning, brand-new home in Clarks Beach, Auckland!
Valued at over $1 million, this fully furnished home features three bedrooms, plus a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and … View moreThe festive season is nearly here—what better way to celebrate than by giving yourself or others the chance to win a stunning, brand-new home in Clarks Beach, Auckland!
Valued at over $1 million, this fully furnished home features three bedrooms, plus a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area.
Make it your dream home, a holiday retreat, a rental property, or sell it—the choice is yours!
Tickets are just $15 each, and every purchase helps fund life-saving heart research. Get yours today at heartlottery.org.nz.
This ram has been used as a hogget and 2 tooth so I need to move him on to avoid too much inbreeding. He has moulted for the season and is in good order. He is very quiet. $130
Price: $130
What you need to know:
- A crash has prompted the closure of the Terrace Tunnel in Wellington.
- The NZ Transport Agency said an incident at 12.45pm on Wednesday had closed the tunnel in both directions of travel.
- Motorists were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
- Suggested … View moreWhat you need to know:
- A crash has prompted the closure of the Terrace Tunnel in Wellington.
- The NZ Transport Agency said an incident at 12.45pm on Wednesday had closed the tunnel in both directions of travel.
- Motorists were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
- Suggested detour routes are: For northbound traffic use Willis Street onto Ghuznee Street onto the Terrace onto Everton Terrace onto Clifton Onramp.
For southbound traffic detour via Aotea Quay offramp.
Stay up to date on the Stuff website or NZTA website.
There's new ones every year, some become classics and some are not so good. What do you consider your favourite Christmas song.
And more importantly, what song would you ban? Share below!
Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the … View morePack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the lawns to watering the garden, pulling weeds, and even cleaning the windows.
Ryman residents are free to embrace adventure because they're not tied down with home maintenance stress and security worries. They're rediscovering lost passions and plunging headfirst into new ones whenever they feel like it.
Click find out more to discover the lifestyle.
Had these for years but never used. Bought as "cat sitting" gift (yes, cat sitter used to get beads for her Pandora bracelet).
This is two beads that have a "dangle" - one is a snake and the other is a butterfly. The back of the snake has a start and the back of the butterfly… View moreHad these for years but never used. Bought as "cat sitting" gift (yes, cat sitter used to get beads for her Pandora bracelet).
This is two beads that have a "dangle" - one is a snake and the other is a butterfly. The back of the snake has a start and the back of the butterfly an O with a crown. I think they are both Pandora charms - or at least the butterfly is!
Will come in a Michael Hill box that has grey ribbon tie. Unfortunately I did write on the bottom of the box (so I knew what was in it without opening).
Could be collected from Masterton by arrangement.
Will fit inside a XS NZ Post courier bag $8.20 + $3 for signature
A pair of sterling silver and cultured pearl drop "threader" earrings. The pearls are on a box type chain and you thread this thru the ears but there is a half loop bit that is smooth sits in the earlobe hole when worn.
Bought as a gift for a friend as her birth stone but the friendship… View moreA pair of sterling silver and cultured pearl drop "threader" earrings. The pearls are on a box type chain and you thread this thru the ears but there is a half loop bit that is smooth sits in the earlobe hole when worn.
Bought as a gift for a friend as her birth stone but the friendship fell through so never used/worn.
Comes in the original Michael Hill box and cover. Currently on MH site for $55.
Can be collected from Masterton by arrangement.
Would fit inside a small NZ Post courier envelope fir $8.20 + $3 for signature
Had these for years but never used. Bought as "cat sitting" gift (yes, cat sitter used to get beads for her Pandora bracelet).
This is a pair of blue/green enameled beads with a swirl on the enamel. I think they may be Evolve but not sure. I remember buying them in Mt Maunganui.
Will… View moreHad these for years but never used. Bought as "cat sitting" gift (yes, cat sitter used to get beads for her Pandora bracelet).
This is a pair of blue/green enameled beads with a swirl on the enamel. I think they may be Evolve but not sure. I remember buying them in Mt Maunganui.
Will come in a Michael Hill box that has grey ribbon tie. Unfortunately I did write on the bottom of the box (so I knew what was in it without opening).
Could be collected from Masterton by arrangement.
Will fit inside a XS NZ Post courier bag $8.20 + $3 for signature
Had this for several years but never used. Bought as "cat sitting" gift (yes, cat sitter used to get beads for her Pandora bracelet).
This is the Pandora Christmas "fur mum" bead from several years ago.
Will come in a Pandora box.
Could be collected from Masterton any … View moreHad this for several years but never used. Bought as "cat sitting" gift (yes, cat sitter used to get beads for her Pandora bracelet).
This is the Pandora Christmas "fur mum" bead from several years ago.
Will come in a Pandora box.
Could be collected from Masterton any time or Wellington CBD on Thu 19th by arrangement.
Will fit inside a XS NZ Post courier bag for $8.20 + $3 for signature
Thank you to our generous supporters and the thousands of volunteers who have gifted their time, skills and aroha this year to our diverse communities
Our team wish you a happy and relaxing holiday season.
We are taking break. Our three offices will close on 20 December and re-open on 15 … View moreThank you to our generous supporters and the thousands of volunteers who have gifted their time, skills and aroha this year to our diverse communities
Our team wish you a happy and relaxing holiday season.
We are taking break. Our three offices will close on 20 December and re-open on 15 January
It's well over a year since the 2023 election. Whether you were pleased with the result or not, we'd love to know how you are feeling about the changes the government have made so far?
Share your thoughts below.
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