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Hi, I was at the Masterton pool this morning and took a photo of the gorgeous sunrise. I collected a few pics from our FB page. Here they are!
Masterton is not known for its metropolitan lifestyle but burgeoning interest in apartment living i…
Hello Neighbourhood
We've recently purchased 14 acres of land (ex farm paddock) for a house build, paddocks and we want to restore at least a couple of acres with native plant regenerations.
We're looking for as many native plants as possible.
Don't mind whether they're… View moreHello Neighbourhood
We've recently purchased 14 acres of land (ex farm paddock) for a house build, paddocks and we want to restore at least a couple of acres with native plant regenerations.
We're looking for as many native plants as possible.
Don't mind whether they're established plants, seedlings, potted or not. Prompt collection.
(At this time, we're not seeking any flax plants, as we have more than enough :)
Please get in touch if you or your neighbours can help!
Thanks, Mike
kia ora koutou
Anyone have contact for the express bus that leaves via Silverstream please?
ngā mini
Kim
The first ever BMW X2 follows its very own path. The BMW X2 makes its sporty ambitions quite clear at first sight.
At Winger BMW, we happily invite you and the family to our dealership to experience the All New-BMW X2 yourself. With many innovative technologies, you need to experience this … View moreThe first ever BMW X2 follows its very own path. The BMW X2 makes its sporty ambitions quite clear at first sight.
At Winger BMW, we happily invite you and the family to our dealership to experience the All New-BMW X2 yourself. With many innovative technologies, you need to experience this rebel for yourself and have the ultimate drive.
Are you ready? Path your way to Winger BMW and book your test drive today.
Winger BMW, 138 Hutt Road Kaiwharawhara Wellington. A barista coffee from our cafe will be waiting for you on your return.
Hi Neighbours, I am new on this site and would like to share, as we have a locally owned business operating from Greytown. We are Dukes Digger & Earthworks you may have seen our trucks and cars around. IF you need a quote on any property works you may need contact us our business is listed … View moreHi Neighbours, I am new on this site and would like to share, as we have a locally owned business operating from Greytown. We are Dukes Digger & Earthworks you may have seen our trucks and cars around. IF you need a quote on any property works you may need contact us our business is listed here. We have the ability of small access sites, and happy to come and give you a free quote no obligation. Cheers Renai & Manuela
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View moreWith winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.
These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.
Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.
Three Wairarapa photographers achieved success at this year’s NZIPP Iris awards held recently in Wellington.
The NIKON / New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography (NZIPP) Iris Awards attract hundreds of entries from around the country and overseas each year. The awards are highly … View moreThree Wairarapa photographers achieved success at this year’s NZIPP Iris awards held recently in Wellington.
The NIKON / New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography (NZIPP) Iris Awards attract hundreds of entries from around the country and overseas each year. The awards are highly contested and coveted as they have helped launch and establish many careers.
All the entries are judged anonymously over three days by a panel of five judges who include some of the most qualified and renowned local and international photographers.
Greytown photographer Esther Bunning was named the ‘NZIPP Portrait Artistry-In-Camera Photographer of the Year’ at the prestigious national awards held in Wellington on in July.
Featherston photographer Sharisse Eberlein received one silver and six bronzes at the NZIPP Iris Awards.
Greytown photographer Rebecca Kempton was announced a finalist for the NZIPP Documentary Photographer of the Year, and overall received 1 Silver with Distinction, 3 Silver and 2 Bronze medals across Documentary, Portrait In-Camera Artistry and Landscape categories.
Three photographs below show their work respectively.
A Masterton man has been accused of ramming his wife's car off the road causing it to flip onto its …
The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.
The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.
So go on, encourage your local primary… View moreThe Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.
The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.
So go on, encourage your local primary school to get stuck in. Share your passion for growing fresh, nutritious food and win! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs and it’s really easy to enter.
Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View moreAre there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.
Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!
If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.
Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
Retro furniture, clothing pre loved and new, baby and kitchen stuff, books etc etc etc
Retro furniture, baby stuff, clothing, books, kitchen stuff etc etc etc
Hi Neighbours, Help us celebrate 39 years of suppling quality lighting. From 1st August to the 1st of September we are having our Annual Birthday Sale, and everything is discounted. There are in-store specials, and lots of “Super-Specials”. Even custom mades and orders are discounted. We would … View moreHi Neighbours, Help us celebrate 39 years of suppling quality lighting. From 1st August to the 1st of September we are having our Annual Birthday Sale, and everything is discounted. There are in-store specials, and lots of “Super-Specials”. Even custom mades and orders are discounted. We would love to catch up with you. Come and see us at 3 Rutherford St, Lower Hutt.
Shady Lady Lighting are the Lighting experts you need to see. Our showroom is a treasure trove, packed with lighting for homes of all types. We have NZ’s biggest collection of Reproduction and Traditional lighting, and an extensive range of modern and contemporary fittings. As a Neighbourly Birthday special EVERYTHING is 20 - 70% off
Wed 1st Aug – Sat 1st Sept, Monday - Friday 9-5, Saturday 9.30-4.
Hello beautiful neighbours!
We are doing a SPCA fund raising cup cake sale on Monday. We are selling them in front of Salute , Greytown from 12 pm to 4 pm ( or as long as cupcakes last )on 6 th of Monday, August. 4$ per cupcake.
Please come and show your love and support to beautiful souls who… View moreHello beautiful neighbours!
We are doing a SPCA fund raising cup cake sale on Monday. We are selling them in front of Salute , Greytown from 12 pm to 4 pm ( or as long as cupcakes last )on 6 th of Monday, August. 4$ per cupcake.
Please come and show your love and support to beautiful souls who lives with us. We need all your help to raise this fund. Also you can pre order cup cakes too.
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