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Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View moreLooking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.
Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Hi everyone, I’m in need of a 2-3 bedroom house preferably in Masterton or Carterton as it would be closer to work and less traveling for me and my partner, we also have a daughter who is under 5 years old. We have a very good written reference from our current landlord. We don’t have any pets … View moreHi everyone, I’m in need of a 2-3 bedroom house preferably in Masterton or Carterton as it would be closer to work and less traveling for me and my partner, we also have a daughter who is under 5 years old. We have a very good written reference from our current landlord. We don’t have any pets and we don’t smoke.
How will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?
National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.
The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, … View moreHow will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?
National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.
The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.
We think this captures the essence of what volunteering is about. This is a time to acknowledge how volunteering efforts contribute to and enrich all communities within Aotearoa.
#NVW2018 #volunteering
Would you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New… View moreWould you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New Zealand that we would never have seen if we were still living in a house," says Lynette.
Does the idea of selling up to make a big life change appeal to you? What changes would you like to make?
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of… View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.
Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.
Our plant of the week in Get Growing is the festive abutilon and we have the latest scientific information on guava moth and what you can do to try and prevent it from affecting your fruit trees. Try sensational Catalonian recipes from Barcelona Cult Recipes and enter to win some great prizes!
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.
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When Michael Mercer started at Hadlow Preparatory School 31 years ago, naughty students were given t…
Hi, this bag is very old but very strong and might be of interest to someone who likes old things from the war. It is stiff but should soften with a good soak. I have to give it away now as I have run out of time to keep listing it. If you would like it please pm me.
Great for stuffing pillows, It is a good alternative to plastic pillows. We bought it as offcuts from an organic latex company but we have too much and can't take it with us.
Join us at our next Meet the Panel on Tuesday 22 May at the Copthorne Solway Park, 246 High Street, Masterton from 5pm to 6.30pm.
Share your views with the Inquiry’s consultation document, submissions close on 05 June.
Vote for your favourite new release from Stuff Pix and you could win it to watch at your place. With so many movies ready to rent right now, there's something for everyone at Stuff Pix - check them out at stuffpix.co.nz today.
Am looking for gardening, winter tidy ups, house keeping, was a motel cleaner, and other odd jobs that people need doing. I am experienced with farming and am happy to tend lifestyle blocks, move stock, feed stock, I have extensive knowledge of horses and am happy to walk and train dogs. Am honest,… View moreAm looking for gardening, winter tidy ups, house keeping, was a motel cleaner, and other odd jobs that people need doing. I am experienced with farming and am happy to tend lifestyle blocks, move stock, feed stock, I have extensive knowledge of horses and am happy to walk and train dogs. Am honest, reliable and keen , a mature woman who would love some work!! andic2010@gmail.com 06 378 8597
I am also trained in teaching English as a second language and would love to connect with people who would like to improve their english to gain employment
A man who fought to save his death row dog last year was shocked to discover his local council spent…
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He mea kinaki nā Te … View moreAuē e Koti! Kātahi ka oti te pakiwaitara kōwhiri ara e ako ai te tamariki ki te hua o te aroha. Tēnā whakamātautautia.
Pānuihia te kōrero paki ā-tihi mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz...
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