Western Lake, Featherston

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2089 days ago

Messy streets

Mandy from Maoribank

What a mess our streets are looking! Because of the Council's weedspraying debacle the weeds are prolific and tall. The street-sweeping machine is noticeable by its absence and the leaves are piling up against the weeds and blocking the gutters and drains. It isn't even autumn yet! … View moreWhat a mess our streets are looking! Because of the Council's weedspraying debacle the weeds are prolific and tall. The street-sweeping machine is noticeable by its absence and the leaves are piling up against the weeds and blocking the gutters and drains. It isn't even autumn yet! Let's hope the council can get its act together and return our streets to their former tidiness!

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2086 days ago

Greytown Country market

Anne from Greytown

We will have a lucky draw this Sunday as it is our last market for the season (but also the biggest!). Just go to the Obiqo stand and be in to win a fabulous gift pack of beautiful Obiqo skin care products.

2086 days ago

Obituary to Common Sense

Upper Hutt: Wider Community Connectivity

Have just had this link sent to me and I felt i had to share it.
Judge for yourself:
guyaneseonline.net...

2087 days ago

The Barber of Seville

Capital E

Comedy mixes with music in this fast-paced, colourful, and entertaining adaptation of Rossini’s The Barber of Seville from New Zealand Opera.

Almaviva loves Rosina, and Rosina loves Almaviva. But Bartola stands in their way. So Almaviva turns to his barber, Figaro, to help him out. With a few… View more
Comedy mixes with music in this fast-paced, colourful, and entertaining adaptation of Rossini’s The Barber of Seville from New Zealand Opera.

Almaviva loves Rosina, and Rosina loves Almaviva. But Bartola stands in their way. So Almaviva turns to his barber, Figaro, to help him out. With a few good tunes and his razor-sharp wit, will Figaro win the day or will Almaviva be “hair today, gone tomorrow’?

One day only – get your tickets!
Book you tickets here!

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2087 days ago

Greytown Country Market

Anne from Greytown

Our last market for the season is going to be the biggest ever! Over 40 stalls of good quality goodies. Check out our Facebook page to see what some of the stalls have to offer. Anyone who has been before will know the friendliness and ambiance of Stella Bull Park makes it well worth a visit.

2087 days ago

New farm training opportunities for local college students

Piers Fuller Reporter from News of Wairarapa

A new initiative between Masterton Trust Lands Trust (MTLT) and Wairarapa College will provide more farm training and career opportunities for college students in the region.
The initiative will see greater industry involvement in the Wairarapa College farm which is located on MTLT-owned land … View more
A new initiative between Masterton Trust Lands Trust (MTLT) and Wairarapa College will provide more farm training and career opportunities for college students in the region.
The initiative will see greater industry involvement in the Wairarapa College farm which is located on MTLT-owned land adjacent to the college campus. MTLT has provided the land to Wairarapa College for the past 64 years to enable practical, hands-on learning for agricultural students.
An advisory panel involving local industry experts has recently been established to provide advice and expertise to the college for its agricultural programme and courses.
MTLT Deputy Chair Karl Taucher says the Trust is looking forward to working more closely with the college and local farming industry to ensure the teaching and skills developed on the farm are in line with what the rural sector needs.
“This new approach will make the most of this significant community asset as a training base for local students and potentially the starting point in their farming career.
“Working with local industry will not only ensure we’re supporting local students to be work ready with the most relevant and useful skills, it will also help open doors to jobs within our region,” he says.
Wairarapa College head of agriculture Dan Grace says the initiative is the latest step in the college’s efforts to develop the range of training options available to the increasing number of students enrolling in agricultural courses. Over 330 students are enrolled in agriculture courses at the college this year.
“The panel will provide us with a diverse range of people who can provide input into our curriculum and ideas for how we can further develop the farm and the work we do with students on it.”

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2088 days ago

Finding friendship and support within the village

The Team from

Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe… View more
Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe the general atmosphere. Find out why Bill and Leonie from Jane Mander Retirement Village in Whangerei, found the support and care they needed from the village community.
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2088 days ago

Get fit and enjoy a walk through the Vineyards at the same time!

Pixie from

Round the Vines this Saturday 16th March in Martinborough, so much fun for everyone!
Join the crowd and walk or run 10km or 21km along country roads and through vineyards, starting and finishing at Martinborough Square. Drink stations are throughout the event featuring live music plus you will be… View more
Round the Vines this Saturday 16th March in Martinborough, so much fun for everyone!
Join the crowd and walk or run 10km or 21km along country roads and through vineyards, starting and finishing at Martinborough Square. Drink stations are throughout the event featuring live music plus you will be able to sample local wines (for those who have a more relaxed approach to the day)! check out some fancy dress ideas from last year and the 2019 map below:
Visit the web site for details and entry information. www.roundthevines.org.nz...

2088 days ago

Poll: Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki – exercise, independence, physical and mental health, decision making, risk assessment and road safety skills.

Do your kids walk, bike or scoot to school? What do you love about it?

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Movin' March
  • 18.6% Quality time
    18.6% Complete
  • 33.9% Exercise
    33.9% Complete
  • 37.3% Seeing my kids grow in confidence
    37.3% Complete
  • 8.5% Avoiding chaos at the school gate
    8.5% Complete
  • 1.7% Other (leave us a comment!)
    1.7% Complete
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