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After years of debate in Wairarapa over the benefits and pitfalls of amalgamation someone from outsi…
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY 26th November at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles & roundabout, big bubble man, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
Join the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in a Christmas tradition. NZSO will be performing Handel’s masterpiece Messiah on Saturday 9 Dec at the Michael Fowler Centre. It will be a show-stopping experience not to be missed! Magnificent musical forces and a sparkling, festive score will end our … View moreJoin the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in a Christmas tradition. NZSO will be performing Handel’s masterpiece Messiah on Saturday 9 Dec at the Michael Fowler Centre. It will be a show-stopping experience not to be missed! Magnificent musical forces and a sparkling, festive score will end our tremendous 2017 season in unforgettable style.
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY 26th November at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles & roundabout, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
A 53-year-old with a gammy knee has joined the legends of Kiwi mountaineering by making the first kn…
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With a flourish, Masterton's long-awaited independent theatre is about to swing open its doors. The…
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY 26th November at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles, roundabout, firehouse, bubble man, fire brigade, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.
We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View moreDear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.
We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.
Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson
Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.
ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
There are water restrictions throughout the Wellington region during daylight saving months (and all year round for Upper Hutt residents).
You can only use a single sprinkler or irrigation system between 6–8am and 7–9pm.
- Even-numbered houses on even dates of the month.
- Odd-numbered … View moreThere are water restrictions throughout the Wellington region during daylight saving months (and all year round for Upper Hutt residents).
You can only use a single sprinkler or irrigation system between 6–8am and 7–9pm.
- Even-numbered houses on even dates of the month.
- Odd-numbered houses on odd dates of the month.
Thinking of creating your dream home in 2018? Get in touch with us now to discuss your project and stay one step ahead of the New Year rush!
Click on the link below to get started - we're looking forward to hearing from you!
Join us at Midland Park, Lambton Quay, 9am – 4pm TODAY (Wednesday 22nd November)! Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival; help keep hospice care free for people who need it.
We’ll have delicious … View moreJoin us at Midland Park, Lambton Quay, 9am – 4pm TODAY (Wednesday 22nd November)! Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival; help keep hospice care free for people who need it.
We’ll have delicious $6 strawberry & ice-cream sundaes for sale at Midland Park from 9am – 4pm, along with live music and entertainment all day.
As bigger trucks roll out on New Zealand roads, rural councils are having to carry some of the load …
Giant Cypress W, med size, blue, 24 speed. Nearly new condition, hardly used. $225.
We’ve launched a variety of flexible, fee-for-service disability support options which allow families to engage with us in new ways. They include school holiday and after-school programmes, weekend-day respite options in collaboration with New Zealand’s Special School network, and a suite of … View moreWe’ve launched a variety of flexible, fee-for-service disability support options which allow families to engage with us in new ways. They include school holiday and after-school programmes, weekend-day respite options in collaboration with New Zealand’s Special School network, and a suite of new ‘Taking a break’ respite support opportunities.
Talk to us today to find out more about our suite of flexible support options and to discuss your specific support needs! You can contact us at info@spectrumcare.org.nz or 09 634 9788 / 0508 NAVIG8 (0508 628 448).
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