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When the last bank branch in Martinborough closed its doors a year ago people thought face-to-face …
We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz
Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.
For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View moreHere at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.
For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.
This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.
Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZprepared
The 2019 Wellington Gem and Mineral Show
Lower Hutt Events Centre
Laings Road, Lower Hutt.
Sat 5 & Sun 6 October
9 - 5 Sat. 9 - 4 Sun.
$6 Adult $3 Child $15 Family
Wellington city has consented fewer dwellings this year, its waiting list for social housing has spi…
This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.
As a series of fronts move eastwards across the North Island this afternoon, north to northwest winds are expected to turn westerly and become strong across lower parts of the Island. The strongest winds are expected about the Tararua District and Wairarapa north of Masterton, and a Strong Wind … View moreAs a series of fronts move eastwards across the North Island this afternoon, north to northwest winds are expected to turn westerly and become strong across lower parts of the Island. The strongest winds are expected about the Tararua District and Wairarapa north of Masterton, and a Strong Wind Watch is now in force for these areas.
Area: Tararua District and Wairarapa north of Masterton
Valid: 6 hours from 4:00pm to 10:00pm Monday - Check updates here
Forecast: Westerlies may approach severe gale in exposed places during this time.
The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.
Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.
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Hi/ I have a silver 1.5 m Samsung Fridge Freezer for sale - around 3 years old. Good condition - works well. $100. If interested please give me a call 021 837192. I'm in Featherston.
Cheers
Kathryn
Aeoniums 2 large @ $10 each
1 smaller @ $6
Forget me nots - blue $3 pot with about 6 plants in each pot
This two-day self-drive garden tour is a rare chance to visit selected private gardens opening to support Pūkaha's annual fundraiser - the Pūkaha Wairarapa Garden Tour.
Saturday 9 November 2019 – Sunday 10 November 2019. 9.30am-4.30pm.
Tickets available at the Masterton and Martinborough … View moreThis two-day self-drive garden tour is a rare chance to visit selected private gardens opening to support Pūkaha's annual fundraiser - the Pūkaha Wairarapa Garden Tour.
Saturday 9 November 2019 – Sunday 10 November 2019. 9.30am-4.30pm.
Tickets available at the Masterton and Martinborough i-SITE's.
for more information visit our web site below.
Pick your gardens and choose your route. Locally sourced and home-made refreshments will be available in selected gardens, or enjoy a BYO picnic.
We are looking for people who were treated at Calvary Hospital in Newtown, now Wakefield Hospital, between 1960-87. The hospital was run by a Catholic order of nursing sisters, The Little Company of Mary. We are particularly after those treated in the area of obstetrics/gynecology.
Is this … View moreWe are looking for people who were treated at Calvary Hospital in Newtown, now Wakefield Hospital, between 1960-87. The hospital was run by a Catholic order of nursing sisters, The Little Company of Mary. We are particularly after those treated in the area of obstetrics/gynecology.
Is this familiar to you? If so, then please get in touch with alison.mau@stuff.co.nz or at PO Box 6341, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141 - please note that any communication will be kept confidential.
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