Western Lake, Featherston

1284 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

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 more
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 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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1281 days ago

Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

The next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (29th) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, jams, preserves, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff and more. Come early for plenty of parking spaces before town gets busy.
Tables are available - … View more
The next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (29th) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, jams, preserves, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff and more. Come early for plenty of parking spaces before town gets busy.
Tables are available - enquiries 5264059

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1281 days ago

Lion's Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

The next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (29th) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, jams, preserves, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff and more. Come early for plenty of parking spaces before town gets busy.
Tables are available - … View more
The next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (29th) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, jams, preserves, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff and more. Come early for plenty of parking spaces before town gets busy.
Tables are available - enquiries 5264059

1281 days ago

New Bench Donated by Waihinga Trust

South Wairarapa District Council

We have just installed a new park bench in the Martinborough playground. Huge thanks to the Waihinga Trust for this donation to the community.

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1282 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Gabe

Reporter Community News

Meet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.

"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts … View more
Meet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.

"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts of everyone at the centre. I am looking for an experienced owner, who has a suitable property for me to thrive in. I'm always up for a walk or a game to play, and I love to find things to do and keep active. I am looking for a home with teenagers or adults, and a home without cats or small animals. I am happy to play with other active dogs, and love to be social with both people and dogs. If you are interested in me and my goofy personality - chat to the canine team."

1281 days ago

DOG ACCESSORIES

Debbie from Greytown

Plastic dog bowl $5
Ceramic dog bowl $20
Flea rinse, over half a bottle $10 (usually $24)
Kong $3
Retractable dog leash, has broken knob but it works fine $15
Harness and leash $10
Metal screw stake to tie dog up anywhere you want $15

Also have 2 dog coats, one knitted 50cm $15 and one waterproof… View more
Plastic dog bowl $5
Ceramic dog bowl $20
Flea rinse, over half a bottle $10 (usually $24)
Kong $3
Retractable dog leash, has broken knob but it works fine $15
Harness and leash $10
Metal screw stake to tie dog up anywhere you want $15

Also have 2 dog coats, one knitted 50cm $15 and one waterproof lined with pockets, size medium $20

Pick up in Greytown

Price: $3

1281 days ago

THERMOS

Debbie from Greytown

Thermos with screw top cup in good condition $5
Pick up in Greytown.

Price: $5

1284 days ago

A big weekend for Wellington sport

Reporter Community News

Both the Hurricanes and the Phoenix are playing at home this weekend.
Will you be going and who do you support?

1283 days ago

We’re big believers in small business!

Prospa

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Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in … View more
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1294 days ago

Ants ... Ants ... ANTS ....

Sandra from Timberlea

Everywhere inside over the recent rainy days!!
Have been squishing as many as I can, put out little dishes of liquid bait, used fly spray where feasible ... BUT to no avail! They keep popping in!
Any tips as to how to get rid of them?
Several years back I paid for someone to spray around the … View more
Everywhere inside over the recent rainy days!!
Have been squishing as many as I can, put out little dishes of liquid bait, used fly spray where feasible ... BUT to no avail! They keep popping in!
Any tips as to how to get rid of them?
Several years back I paid for someone to spray around the house and property ... although it was rather costly it DIDN'T work!!
Ideas gratefully accepted :-)

1287 days ago

Dancing is great for the brain

Reporter Community News

Every Friday morning dozens of people who suffer from strokes, Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions fill up a Porirua dance hall to dosey doe, salsa, and disco dance.
But they are not just there for fun, but to improve their brains.
Dancing has so many beneficial effects on … View more
Every Friday morning dozens of people who suffer from strokes, Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions fill up a Porirua dance hall to dosey doe, salsa, and disco dance.
But they are not just there for fun, but to improve their brains.
Dancing has so many beneficial effects on the brain that it is now being used to treat people with Parkinson’s disease, which affects about 1 in 500 Kiwis.
“Motion is lotion, getting people moving is really important,” dance leader and physiotherapist Rachel Horwell​ said.
What do you do to keep fit and stimulate your brain?

1287 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This should not be too hard. What is going on here?

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1286 days ago

WANTED WANTED WANTED

Goldco

GOLD•COINS•WATCHES•PAINTINGS•ANTIQUES •COLLECTABLES

Family not interested? | Have you stopped collecting? | Downsizing or moving? | Lying in a cupboard unused? | Unwanted jewellery? | Would cash be more useful?

If yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers this week.… View more
GOLD•COINS•WATCHES•PAINTINGS•ANTIQUES •COLLECTABLES

Family not interested? | Have you stopped collecting? | Downsizing or moving? | Lying in a cupboard unused? | Unwanted jewellery? | Would cash be more useful?

If yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers this week. We will buy single items or complete collections.

The recent lockdown has seen many of us take the time to sort items we no longer require or simply want to turn into cash.

We are currently very short of stock and keen to buy any of these or similar items.

Buying now at a venue near you deal with the specialists.

Click here for venues
Find out more

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1286 days ago

WAIRARAPA GREEN DOLLARS SHIRT

Debbie from Greytown

Wairarapa green $ shirt in good condition. Size M. $15 Pick up in Greytown

Price: $15

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1287 days ago

Wanted - Matai floor boards

Ben from South Wairarapa District

I'm after some floor boards in good condition to fill in a an area where we have removed a fireplace. Minimum length 2m. Probably need about 12. Cheers, Ben.

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