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Plans to cut water availability near Wairarapa waterways could lead to farmers turning their land in…
Snapper cards will replace Tranzit a.to.b. cards on all Metlink buses in the Wairarapa from this Monday 30 April. That's very soon, so make sure you're ready!
To learn more about using Snapper, head to metlink.org.nz/wairarapa
A project commemorating Featherston's storied military past was unveiled on Friday. Featherston Pop…
Just heard about this website on the radio. Well worth checking out for keeping the family food bill down. Complete meal and shopping planning, heaps of free recipes and loads of helpful tips.
www.lovefoodhatewaste.co.nz...
There were so many army top brass playing a friendly cricket match against local farmers in rural Wa…
Hi Wellington,
Did you know Benny has been found safe? He was miraculously found alive after spending nine days lost during a storm. About 1000 searchers and a helicopter were used in the search. To read more, click here.
4 A Better City Charitable Trust runs an After-school-care programme for the children at Maoribank School on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s between 3:15-5pm.
Due to the growth in numbers we have experienced this year we are looking for more adult helpers for either one or both days.
If you are … View more4 A Better City Charitable Trust runs an After-school-care programme for the children at Maoribank School on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s between 3:15-5pm.
Due to the growth in numbers we have experienced this year we are looking for more adult helpers for either one or both days.
If you are interested in this voluntary position please contact Martin on 04 979 6683 or email martin@4abettercity.co.nz.
Never used this service in the Wairarapa. Would love to have some recommendations. Thank you!
To commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:
- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu … View moreTo commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:
- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 2.30pm Atatürk Service at Atatürk Memorial Park, Tarakena Bay
The Last Post Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park will conclude the day’s activities at 5pm.
For more information visit mch.govt.nz/anzac-day
Can anyone recommend a business that suctions out septic tanks? I thought I'd found a good one in GT Environmental, but it turns out that they're not willing to dig down to reach the hatch (it's about 400mm underneath soft soil.) Their guy turned up to do the job then just walked … View moreCan anyone recommend a business that suctions out septic tanks? I thought I'd found a good one in GT Environmental, but it turns out that they're not willing to dig down to reach the hatch (it's about 400mm underneath soft soil.) Their guy turned up to do the job then just walked away without speaking to us, leaving their office manager to call me to say that the hatch wasn't accessible. She was very nice, don't get me wrong, but I thought the whole point of paying for a service like this was the whole job, not just part of it. Thoughts/suggestions welcome!
Greater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, … View moreGreater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, priorities for public transport and regional resilience. Share your feedback at www.whatmatters.co.nz by April 29
Two trampers who got into difficulty in the Tararua Range have been flown to safety. The trampers …
We’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to … View moreWe’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to upgrading the Wairarapa trains in the next five years?
Have your say on our Ten-year Plan, consultation closes Sunday April 29, visit www.whatmatters.co.nz...
Who is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's … View moreWho is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's quick and easy to nominate a community group online.
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