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Dominion Post photographer Kevin Stent took this picture of moon rising over Palmer Head Fortress, Wellington, prior to a much anticipated blood moon later in the evening.
If you have a photo of the blood moon, please post it.
Great family fun - ON NOW!! Shows on this weekend and Wed 30th: www.eventfinda.co.nz...
Come and get your ticket at either the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITEs.
I have two canterbury jackets from the 1991 rugby world cub tour in England and France, size small and large, $130 each Jacket ono
Paint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!
Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail … View morePaint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!
Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail price in May 2021 at Resene owned ColorShops.
Meet the lovely Master of Cheese, Alison Leber at two-hour chocolate and cheese tasting from local shops matched with On Giants Shoulders delicious wine.
UHF transmission is down again. Technicians are working on it. Check for updates here: freeviewforum.co.nz...
What would you like to see happen to St Gerard's
The historic church has closed because of its earthquake-prone status. Its owners made the decision after the owners struggled to raise the $11 million to $13m needed to pay for strengthening work. Only $42,000 had been donated by July 2020.
An old black and white picture from early Wellington. Who can recognise where it is?
An undeclared allergen has forced the recall of a Pams food product.
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd has recalled Pams Brand Cassava Vege Crisps Original 150g, due to the possible presence of milk, an allergen that is not declared on the ingredients list.
In a statement, the Ministry for Primary … View moreAn undeclared allergen has forced the recall of a Pams food product.
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd has recalled Pams Brand Cassava Vege Crisps Original 150g, due to the possible presence of milk, an allergen that is not declared on the ingredients list.
In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries says that any customer with a milk allergy or intolerance should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
What you need to know:
- The product is sold at Pak'n Save, New World and Four Square stores throughout New Zealand.
- It is sold in a 150g package.
- Best before date is 19 OCT 21.
- No other flavour is affected.
Customers with any questions or concerns are encouraged to contact Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd.
Phone: 0800 24 51 14
Address: 35 Landing Drive, Mangere, Auckland.
To find out more about the recall, head to the New Zealand Food Safety Website.
From the where oceans collide at Cape Reinga, to the oyster-ridden seaboards of Bluff - it's time for you to spin the map of Aotearoa and see where your finger lands.
To take some of the stress out of your long weekend roadtrip plans, we're giving 10 lucky winners petrol vouchers … View moreFrom the where oceans collide at Cape Reinga, to the oyster-ridden seaboards of Bluff - it's time for you to spin the map of Aotearoa and see where your finger lands.
To take some of the stress out of your long weekend roadtrip plans, we're giving 10 lucky winners petrol vouchers from Mobil or Z - it's your choice!
If your name's below, get in touch with us, and if you know any of your neighbours listed, be sure to congratulate them and let them know!
Betty Campbell from Northland
Aimee Crothall from Paekakariki
David Watt from Hamilton
Sarah Sharp from Auckland
Helen Fang from Auckland
Rafael Moreno from New Plymouth
Saqib Ahmad from Auckland
Maria Dela Cruz from Wellington
Suannie Burt from Carterton District
Nick Regos from Christchurch
Keep your eyes peeled for our next random draw. Until next time!
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Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.
*Discount off the normal retail price at … View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.
*Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 8 June 2021. Excludes wall decals, WallPrint and clearance items. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Hi neighbours,
Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.
If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.
We provide full training and … View moreHi neighbours,
Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.
If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.
We provide full training and ongoing support.
Email wellington@samaritans.org.nz or phone 021 294 0036 or visit www.samaritans.org.nz
Weather looking very promising, so going ahead as planned.
Meet Memorial Square Carterton, 9.50am briefing, 10am stands up.
This will be the last ride for me as I'll be overseas for the next 6-7 weeks.
If someone would like to fill in until I return - around end July - that would be … View moreWeather looking very promising, so going ahead as planned.
Meet Memorial Square Carterton, 9.50am briefing, 10am stands up.
This will be the last ride for me as I'll be overseas for the next 6-7 weeks.
If someone would like to fill in until I return - around end July - that would be excellent.
Keeping the ride inside the valley, but have a few longer rides planned for when I get home.
See you tomorrow.
The Maymorn access to Remutaka Cycle Trail will be closed to all users on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June.
This is due to the construction and placement of a culvert for the adjacent Kiwirail site. Touring cyclists please use the alternate route via Plateau Rd to Tunnel Gully and Remutaka Cycle … View moreThe Maymorn access to Remutaka Cycle Trail will be closed to all users on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June.
This is due to the construction and placement of a culvert for the adjacent Kiwirail site. Touring cyclists please use the alternate route via Plateau Rd to Tunnel Gully and Remutaka Cycle Trail.
www.gw.govt.nz...
Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.
"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their … View moreLouise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.
"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their brilliant white feathers catching the sun as they dive like professionals into the briny.
The old wharf, stretching almost 400m out into harbour, was closed (although a few foolhardy humans ignore the signs and climb the fence) in January for six weeks (hah!) for “urgent” repairs after the earthquakes over the New Year caused it to slump a bit in the middle. To be fair, the piles are infested with marine worms turning the ancient trunks into so much Swiss cheese and the bolts holding it all together are rustier than my first car, so it wouldn’t have taken much. Having seen a cross-section of a pile, I’m surprised it hasn’t collapsed before now. I am looking forward to it reopening though, I miss being able to walk so far out into the harbour – it’s where all the good stuff happens."
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