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Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.
With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!
Check out the Christmassy homes here.
A fabulous community celebration of Christmas. Sing along to your favourite Christmas Carols with live music, Father Christmas, delicious berries and ice-cream, sausage sizzle, ice blocks, lucky dip, soft drinks (cash bar for the adults). π
BYO chair or rug and enjoy the fun. A Koha entry … View moreA fabulous community celebration of Christmas. Sing along to your favourite Christmas Carols with live music, Father Christmas, delicious berries and ice-cream, sausage sizzle, ice blocks, lucky dip, soft drinks (cash bar for the adults). π
BYO chair or rug and enjoy the fun. A Koha entry appreciated. (No dogs unless service dogs please). π
Whether itβs the scenic Deliverance Track, the breathtaking swing bridge at Waiohine Gorge, or a relaxing stroll through the vineyards, weβve curated the best Wairarapa walks just for you. π₯Ύ
Visit our website today and discover your next Wairarapa trail. Link below π
The First-Ever Cocktail Twilight Race Evening takes place this Wednesday!
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Wednesday, December 11th
Race one 2:45pm. Last race 7:00pm.
πFree Entry
π» Bar Service
π Food Trucks
π· BYO β Bring one bottle of wine, or six stubbies per person
To book your marquee spot email … View moreThe First-Ever Cocktail Twilight Race Evening takes place this Wednesday!
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Wednesday, December 11th
Race one 2:45pm. Last race 7:00pm.
πFree Entry
π» Bar Service
π Food Trucks
π· BYO β Bring one bottle of wine, or six stubbies per person
To book your marquee spot email wairarapa.racing@xtra.co.nz
See full details below. See you at the races! π
Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?
Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines β thereβs something for everyone in your whanau!
Whether youβre searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View moreWhy not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines β thereβs something for everyone in your whanau!
Whether youβre searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, weβve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.
Donβt miss out β shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
We're sad to announce the passing of Nicholas Boyack, our Hutt Valley reporter who has long written for The Dominion Post, The Hutt News and Upper Hutt Leader.
With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a … View moreWith Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a trustworthy person or organisation to try and get a victimβs personal information.
Police has received a number of phishing scam reports with offenders targeting people who are selling items or services online like Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace.
The offenders pretend to be an interested buyer, and urgently request to buy your product and arrange a courier pickup.
The victim receives a fake courier website link to complete a verification process asking for personal details, like bank account numbers, passwords, and phone numbers.
Once provided these details, the offender uses these to access a victimβs bank account, tricking the victim into proving any multifactor authentication code sent from the victimβs bank.
The money in the victimβs bank account is then taken by the offender once access is gained.
Police are urging members of the public to be cautious, especially when someone in person or online is asking you to give them money or your personal details like bank accounts and passwords.
Never comply with a request asking you to provide or βverifyβ your online banking details.
Legitimate organisations will never ask you to do this.
If you are unsure if it is real, please contact your bank by the phone number on their official website or go to your nearest branch.
If you receive a courier website link from a potential buyer, this is likely a scam.
Please do not fill out the verification process.
Use the social media/trading platformβs reporting tools to report the scam and the user involved.
You can also make a report to Netsafe at report.netsafe.org.nz.
If you have handed over your online banking details, contact your bank immediately and suspend your account.
If you think you have been scammed (provided your banking details and/or suffered a loss), please gather as much information you can and make a report to Police online through 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.
Kmart will be recalling a number of their Anko duvet sets.
What you need to know:
- The recall is involving Christmas-themed duvets: Mrs & Mrs Claus Reversible Queen Size Bed Quilt Cover Set and Christmas Elf Reversible Single Bed Quilt Cover Set
- A … View moreKmart will be recalling a number of their Anko duvet sets.
What you need to know:
- The recall is involving Christmas-themed duvets: Mrs & Mrs Claus Reversible Queen Size Bed Quilt Cover Set and Christmas Elf Reversible Single Bed Quilt Cover Set
- A recall of the products began in Australia following health concerns from several families.
- One woman said she thought she was having a heart attack after using one of the products which smelt of diesel.
- One customer said sheβd purchased the quilt covers and said they smelled like gas. Another mum said hers did not have that smell but claimed her son developed a rash that only went away when he stopped using the product.
- The product is no longer available for purchase on the Kmart website.
Regardless of whether you have experienced an issue, customers who have purchased this item may return the product to store for a refund.
Surprise your loved ones with tickets for the Heart Foundation Christmas Lottery. It's a gift that could change their lives!
They'll have the chance to win a brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, valued at over $1 million. Plus, there are incredible prizes … View moreSurprise your loved ones with tickets for the Heart Foundation Christmas Lottery. It's a gift that could change their lives!
They'll have the chance to win a brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, valued at over $1 million. Plus, there are incredible prizes up for grabs, including international travel.
Tickets are just $15 each, and every purchase supports life-saving research. Get yours online today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Pamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.
Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and … View morePamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.
Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and daughter, she has discovered a variety of restaurants that showcase the diversity of New Zealandβs culinary scene. Whether youβre planning a road trip, dreaming about your next cruise, or simply searching for a great dining spot, these are Pamelaβs top food recommendations to inspire your next adventure.
Click read more for the full story.
If you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!
Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly … View moreIf you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!
Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly members can vote on!
Entries close Sunday, 15th of December so share a photo today πΈ
SATURDAY and SUNDAY 7th and 8th December
Lots of stalls and lots of vintage treasures, crystal, silver, cutlery for your Christmas tables and gift ideas.
BARGAINS!!
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