South Wairarapa District, Featherston

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2593 days ago

Poll: National day of action against plastic packaging

Reporter Stuff

Hi neighbours,


Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?


We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.


A national day of plastic protest has been … View more
Hi neighbours,


Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?


We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.


A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.


To read more, click here.


Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?

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National day of action against plastic packaging
  • 85.8% Yes, there's too much plastic packaging
    85.8% Complete
  • 14.2% No, I don't think it is an issue
    14.2% Complete
4266 votes
2587 days ago

Trafalgar Europe on sale

Trafalgar

Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.

From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of … View more
Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.

From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of many wonderful contrasts. See history come to life before your very eyes as you traverse the varied landscapes, marvel at the icons and find your happy place with a collection of real Trafalgar experiences that you can’t find on any other tour.

With 116 handcrafted itineraries and 220 cities, leave the guidebooks at home and let us show you the Real Europe and Britain.

Good people. Good times. Good everything. The Good Life.

Plus save up to 10%* when you book and pay in full before 31Jan 2019.

For more information visit your local travel agent, visit trafalgar.com or call 0800 484 333

*T&Cs apply. Refer to trafalgar.com/en-nz/destinations/europe or your travel agent for full offer details.
Find out more!

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2587 days ago

Wax removal and ear health check

Liz from Ears To You

Saturday clinic this weekend Saturday 26th January 9am-12.30pm. Proud to partner with Life Pharmacy Queen Street, Masterton to provide a clinic out of your working week. Are your ears blocked, itchy, ringing or sore? Has your hearing altered? Book an appointment with the ear nurse and have your … View moreSaturday clinic this weekend Saturday 26th January 9am-12.30pm. Proud to partner with Life Pharmacy Queen Street, Masterton to provide a clinic out of your working week. Are your ears blocked, itchy, ringing or sore? Has your hearing altered? Book an appointment with the ear nurse and have your ears unblocked with micro-suction and checked for any abnormalities. Please call 06 370 6730 - ask for the Saturday clinic at the pharmacy or book online www.ears2you.co.nz...

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2587 days ago

Poll: What is New Zealand's favourite cake?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.

We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite… View more
Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.

We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite cake flavour?

What is New Zealand's favourite cake?
  • 21.6% Banana
    21.6% Complete
  • 35.9% Carrot
    35.9% Complete
  • 5.2% Lemon
    5.2% Complete
  • 0.9% Orange
    0.9% Complete
  • 10.9% Chocolate
    10.9% Complete
  • 8.8% Chocolate Mudcake
    8.8% Complete
  • 2.6% Red Velvet
    2.6% Complete
  • 0.3% Marble
    0.3% Complete
  • 2.3% Sponge
    2.3% Complete
  • 5.2% Fruitcake
    5.2% Complete
  • 4.8% Black Forest
    4.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Madeira
    1.5% Complete
2530 votes
2588 days ago

Northwest gales for parts of southern and central New Zealand

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a weather watch for the possibility of northwest gales becoming severe in the following areas: Canterbury High Country, Central Otago, Southern Lakes, Marlborough, Wellington, and Wairarapa.

People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case parts of … View more
MetService has issued a weather watch for the possibility of northwest gales becoming severe in the following areas: Canterbury High Country, Central Otago, Southern Lakes, Marlborough, Wellington, and Wairarapa.

People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case parts of this Watch are upgraded to a full Warning or further areas are added. Keep updated here

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2588 days ago

Privet berries

Jane from Opaki

Does anyone have these available please?I am doing some wedding bouquets and the bride would like some in the bouquets. Thanks Jane

Price: $5

J
2588 days ago

Land to lease wanted

Jane from Opaki

A semi retired farmer wants 10 - 20 acres to lease. Must be handy to Masterton. Phone Brian on 3789697 or 0273487646 .

2588 days ago

Time to enrol or visit us for a chat

Carol from

Literacy Wairarapa are now taking enrolments for our 2019 classes.
If you would like to improve your reading, writing, spelling or Maths phone 0800 678910 to find out how we can help you. We also have small group classes for learner Licence, English language and Beginners Computing/Digital … View more
Literacy Wairarapa are now taking enrolments for our 2019 classes.
If you would like to improve your reading, writing, spelling or Maths phone 0800 678910 to find out how we can help you. We also have small group classes for learner Licence, English language and Beginners Computing/Digital Literacy. No cost to the learner - must be aged 16 years and over.

2589 days ago

Severe weather watch: Strong gales for parts of North and South Island

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Metservice has issued a strong wind watch for the following areas: Wairarapa including the Tararua District and Hawkes Bay south of Hastings, Canterbury High Country, Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago, and the far south of Fiordland, coastal Southland including Stewart Island and coastal Otago … View moreMetservice has issued a strong wind watch for the following areas: Wairarapa including the Tararua District and Hawkes Bay south of Hastings, Canterbury High Country, Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago, and the far south of Fiordland, coastal Southland including Stewart Island and coastal Otago front Dunedin southwards.

People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case parts of this Watch are upgraded to a full Warning or any further areas are added. Keep updated here

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