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A small South Wairarapa town is leading the charge in kicking single-use plastic bags to the kerb an…
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.
If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View moreThanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.
If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.
A huge snow dome, temporary ice rink and astronomical events at Stonehenge Aotearoa are all part …
Hi Wellington,
Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest … View moreHi Wellington,
Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”
National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:
“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”
#NVW2018
Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.
Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like… View moreEver wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.
Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like your home to have.
Friends of the Wairarapa Community Gardens sell top quality compost for only $5 for a large sackful outside 20 Main St, Greytown. This enables our unpaid volunteers to do our important work in the community. Recently we've had around $80 worth of compost taken without payment, which is very … View moreFriends of the Wairarapa Community Gardens sell top quality compost for only $5 for a large sackful outside 20 Main St, Greytown. This enables our unpaid volunteers to do our important work in the community. Recently we've had around $80 worth of compost taken without payment, which is very disappointing. If you took some compost recently and forgot to pay for it, or didn't have the correct change, please pop the money into the little red bucket, which is there for the purpose and very visible, next time you're going past. We've seen some of the people responsible for taking bags without paying, two of them appeared to be very respectable looking people. The area is under surveillance, and future offenders run the risk of being named and shamed. Thank you to all our customers who DO pay for their compost, your honestly is very much appreciated.
Our regional parks are filled with fun family day out activities. A series of events happen throughout the parks around the year, like this farmers day in …. We are now seeking your ideas on how to make our parks even better for the next parks network plan.
Let us know at … View moreOur regional parks are filled with fun family day out activities. A series of events happen throughout the parks around the year, like this farmers day in …. We are now seeking your ideas on how to make our parks even better for the next parks network plan.
Let us know at www.surveymonkey.com...
Our Open Day is the perfect opportunity to meet the Silverstream Retreat team and view the beautiful venues set with your ceremony and reception dreams in mind.
And when you realise that you have found your perfect wedding venue, simply … View moreOur Open Day is the perfect opportunity to meet the Silverstream Retreat team and view the beautiful venues set with your ceremony and reception dreams in mind.
And when you realise that you have found your perfect wedding venue, simply book on the day and receive $1500 worth of complimentary luxuries to pimp your wedding!
Luxury Items include:
- Two nights stay in our Oak View Cottage, with Gourmet Breakfast and bubbles.
- For your Reception, our stunning fairy light panels, white chair covers
- Plus a glass of bubbles for your guests on arrival.
To confirm your attendance please register here
Introducing Kris Whiting
Kris is the local franchise owner of Freedom Companion Driving Services for Upper Hutt and Stokes Valley.
We are dedicated to providing a convenient, friendly and safe transport option for our community.
… View moreIntroducing Kris Whiting
Kris is the local franchise owner of Freedom Companion Driving Services for Upper Hutt and Stokes Valley.
We are dedicated to providing a convenient, friendly and safe transport option for our community.
Those requiring extra help we will assist you from your door to the car. We will accompany you to your appointment making sure you get where you need to be and we will wait with you if necessary or be there to pick you up afterwards. We can provide companion assistance with shopping, picking up prescriptions, taking your out for a cuppa or a scenic drive and we are happy to help with walkers or wheelchairs that fold if you use one.
We are ACC Registered Vendors. We are also providers for the Total Mobility (TM) transport scheme.
Contact Kris today on 0800 956 956.
Need a nature break? Refresh the mind and calm the body?
It’s easy to get away to a regional park and have a mental health break from your busy urban life. They’re all close to by, yet you can feel far away and remote when you’re in them.
If you enjoy getting some peace and quiet to … View moreNeed a nature break? Refresh the mind and calm the body?
It’s easy to get away to a regional park and have a mental health break from your busy urban life. They’re all close to by, yet you can feel far away and remote when you’re in them.
If you enjoy getting some peace and quiet to refresh your mind, let us know how we can make it even better for you at www.surveymonkey.com...
Vote for your favourite Disney/Pixar movie from Stuff Pix and enter to win 1 of 5 Incredibles 2 family packs, including merchandise and cinema tickets.
Check out all the great Disney/Pixar movies on stuffpix.co.nz/disney-pix
June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. This year we’re raising awareness that bowel cancer can strike at any age.
The incidence of bowel cancer in younger adults is rising in New Zealand. 10% of bowel cancer patients are under 50 – that’s more than 300 a year. Each year about 3,000 New … View moreJune is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. This year we’re raising awareness that bowel cancer can strike at any age.
The incidence of bowel cancer in younger adults is rising in New Zealand. 10% of bowel cancer patients are under 50 – that’s more than 300 a year. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined.
Check out the symptoms, or make a donation to help us raise awareness, at www.nevertooyoung.org.nz
Want to promote National Volunteer Week? 🎉
We have loads of amazing resources on the NVW website, to help you run your own campaign! Check out the link for more details.
National Volunteer Week celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who volunteer in our communities every year. The theme for … View moreWant to promote National Volunteer Week? 🎉
We have loads of amazing resources on the NVW website, to help you run your own campaign! Check out the link for more details.
National Volunteer Week celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who volunteer in our communities every year. The theme for 2018: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai, captures the essence of the volunteering spirit and the essential link between volunteers and the communities who benefit from their generosity. The event will run from June 17-23, 2018.
#NVW2018
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