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Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to visit some amazing Wairarapa gardens on the Pukaha Garden Tour.
Tickets still available on Eventfinda or the Masterton and Martinborough i-SITE's.
Grab a group of friends for great music, food, wine, beer and some fabulous craft stalls. Tickets are limited so get yours now at the i-SITE or Eventfinda. GLADSTONEBURY 3 on Sunday 20 January 2019.
We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone … View moreWe're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.
Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event! Check out our Road Trip page on our website for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops.
Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...
From 11 November we’re making timetable changes based on the things we’ve learned since the new network went live in July.
They’re designed to help your bus arrive on time, improve connection times and provide services at later times in the evening to help you get where you need to go, … View moreFrom 11 November we’re making timetable changes based on the things we’ve learned since the new network went live in July.
They’re designed to help your bus arrive on time, improve connection times and provide services at later times in the evening to help you get where you need to go, when you need to go.
Before you travel, be sure to check whether your timetable has changed at metlink.org.nz or call 0800 801 700.
Entries for Interior of the Year 2019 awards are open now. We're on the hunt for New Zealand's most beautiful rooms.
The supreme winner will win an $8,000 luxury escape at Matakauri Lodge and all category winners will receive $1,000 and will be featured in NZ House & Garden.
… View moreEntries for Interior of the Year 2019 awards are open now. We're on the hunt for New Zealand's most beautiful rooms.
The supreme winner will win an $8,000 luxury escape at Matakauri Lodge and all category winners will receive $1,000 and will be featured in NZ House & Garden.
Categories include:
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Bathroom
- Bedroom
- Indoor/Outdoor flow
- Out of the Ordinary
These prestigious awards can be entered by homeowners, interior designers or architects.
Jamie's Home And Garden Maintenance Services
Lawn Mowing
Weed Spraying
Hedge Trimming
General Garden Maintenance
House Water Blasting Single Story Only
Driveway Or Pathway Water Blasting
… View moreJamie's Home And Garden Maintenance Services
Lawn Mowing
Weed Spraying
Hedge Trimming
General Garden Maintenance
House Water Blasting Single Story Only
Driveway Or Pathway Water Blasting
Deck Or Fence Water Blasting
Minor House Maintenance
Drain Cleaning
Call Jamie on 022 325 8911 for a free quote
Email jamieshomeandgardenservices@gmail.com
Grab your tickets for this Pre Toast gig at Luna Estate - Fri 16 Nov 4pm. Live 100% kiwi sounds of Tunes Of I, Mild Orange and 121 Soundsystem taking you into the evening - where would you rather be? Tickets on Eventfinda or visit the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE's.
While Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."
She wrote in her … View moreWhile Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."
She wrote in her opinion piece that she felt guilty for ruining everyone's lunch. To read more about her experience, click here.
So we want to know your views on young children in cafes and restaurants. Take part in our poll below! If you've got a view on this topic, share it with us in Stuff Nation.
Remember those Kiwis who served during the Great War and join together to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the WW1 Armistice.
The Dedication and Gifting of Featherston Camp Scuplture
will be held at the Town Square, on Saturday 10 November 2018 3:45pm .
The Featherston Armistice Day … View moreRemember those Kiwis who served during the Great War and join together to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the WW1 Armistice.
The Dedication and Gifting of Featherston Camp Scuplture
will be held at the Town Square, on Saturday 10 November 2018 3:45pm .
The Featherston Armistice Day Centenary Service will be held at the Featherston Cenotaph on Fox Street.
Sunday 11 November 2018 10:55am – 11:40am
Masterton Motorplex on Saturday 10th from 10:00am and Sunday 11th from 9:00am. Plus an on-site swap-meet. Entry - gate sales only. Check their facebook page for details.
This year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special… View moreThis year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special family meal is out of reach.
Instore you can purchase a $10 voucher, which will gift a toy from sponsors Hasbro or Mattel to the value of $25, or you can purchase a gift and leave in the donation boxes provided.
Head in-store to share the Christmas joy.
Over 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.
Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to … View moreOver 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.
Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to families in need throughout New Zealand. By giving $30, you can help us to bring over 15,000 boxes of food to kiwi families this Christmas. 100% of your donation goes directly to feed a family.
Heavy rain warnings are in place for most parts of the South Island and Tararua range including:
- Ranges of Buller and northwest Nelson
- Headwaters of Canterbury lakes and rivers
- Westland north of Otira
- Westland south of Otira
- Headwaters of Otago lakes and rivers
- Fiordland
- … View moreHeavy rain warnings are in place for most parts of the South Island and Tararua range including:
- Ranges of Buller and northwest Nelson
- Headwaters of Canterbury lakes and rivers
- Westland north of Otira
- Westland south of Otira
- Headwaters of Otago lakes and rivers
- Fiordland
- Southland north of Lumsden
Strong wind warnings are in place for central New Zealand including:
- Marlborough, Wellington and southern Wairarapa
- Canterbury High Country
Take precautions especially when travelling and stay safe! Keep updated here
Hey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
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