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Last month, Tuturumuri School's bus route was cut off. It's not surprising considering the school's …
It's amazing what a group of committed people can do! Fletcher and Jack's passion for nature and conservation is coming to fruition through hard work and dedication.
GWRC and South Wairarapa District Council have been supporting and we are so happy that the project is getting … View moreIt's amazing what a group of committed people can do! Fletcher and Jack's passion for nature and conservation is coming to fruition through hard work and dedication.
GWRC and South Wairarapa District Council have been supporting and we are so happy that the project is getting traction. Nice work!
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Here is a selection of Aotearoa – New Zealand Māori place names. While it's not extensive, can you spot the name of the town closest to you?
Do you know your Kawatiri from your Kirikiriroa? Take Stuff's quick quiz on Māori place names here.
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.
These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View moreThinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.
These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted
Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Some of the most remarkable geological features in New Zealand sit quietly on the Wairarapa coast, often overlooked by people visiting the area.
A new guided tour out of Martinborough is aiming to change that. It takes in several spectacular locations along the North Island's ruggedly … View moreSome of the most remarkable geological features in New Zealand sit quietly on the Wairarapa coast, often overlooked by people visiting the area.
A new guided tour out of Martinborough is aiming to change that. It takes in several spectacular locations along the North Island's ruggedly ...
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.
You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.
To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View moreHi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.
You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.
To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
I am making a craft project and need any size of jars with lids - if you would like to 'recycle' rather than toss away, I would love any collection of jars. Thank you!
Boneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera) is a pretty, unassuming plant that can quickly replace the native species that are growing around it. Originally from South Africa it now threatens coastal areas where it can suppress the growth of native species.
Producing up to 50,000 seeds a year … View moreBoneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera) is a pretty, unassuming plant that can quickly replace the native species that are growing around it. Originally from South Africa it now threatens coastal areas where it can suppress the growth of native species.
Producing up to 50,000 seeds a year boneseed can quickly get out of control which is why our pest plants team try and contain it and in some coastal areas they control it. This sometimes means using unorthodox methods to remove the plants.
In Ngawi our team do annual work to remove the little yellow nasties either by hand pulling or cutting and treating via helicopter. They’ve been doing it since 2013 and it takes two helicopters to get the job done! Talk about cool work stories.
So, if you think you’ve seen boneseed, particularly in a coastal area of the Wairarapa, let the handy pest plants team know and they’ll come and have a look. Email them at pest.plants@gw.govt.nz
Thousands of homes and billions of dollars of public assets are at risk from rising sea levels and we should be strengthening our natural defences now, experts say.
A leaked government draft report on Coastal Hazards and Climate Change concluded that $19 billion worth of buildings, ...
It's Drive Electric Week, a worldwide celebration to heighten awareness of the widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-Electric Vehicles (EVs).
This week there are events happening around New Zealand to celebrate and we'll be bringing one of our … View moreIt's Drive Electric Week, a worldwide celebration to heighten awareness of the widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-Electric Vehicles (EVs).
This week there are events happening around New Zealand to celebrate and we'll be bringing one of our vehicles along to the public Ride ‘n’ Drive Day on Sunday 17 September. It’s an opportunity for people to see, ride in, or drive an EV and to talk to an EV owner about why they love their EV. Check out the full scope of events at The Better NZ Trust - Leading The Charge.
As an organisation that is confronting the impacts of climate change in all of our work, we understand the urgency with which a transition to a low carbon economy must be achieved. That’s why we are doing what we can to reduce our own emissions.
One of the ways that we are doing this is though prioritising the purchase of EVs when we buy new vehicles. We now have a fleet of 8 electric vehicles! And it will only grow over time.
This major event, the largest of its kind in the Wellington Region, continues to expand. There will be a wealth of knowledge ‘on tap’ with a diverse range of businesses exhibiting.
So many business connections are made at the Business Expo. With many of the exhibitors coming from outside… View moreThis major event, the largest of its kind in the Wellington Region, continues to expand. There will be a wealth of knowledge ‘on tap’ with a diverse range of businesses exhibiting.
So many business connections are made at the Business Expo. With many of the exhibitors coming from outside the Wellington Region.
Free presentations. Business breakfast with Economist, Bernard Hickey, free parking, free entry and great prizes using the Phone APP are on offer. One lucky visitor will go into the draw to win a trip to Queenstown for two.
Because of growing numbers of exhibitors and expected visitors the Business Expo is being held at Westpac Stadium, in the lounge and gallery areas being conducive to networking.
The Wellington Home & Garden Show is coming soon and this is your chance to check out all the action and visit over 210 exhibitors by winning complimentary double passes! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter! T&C's apply.
Mark your diaries to attend the show.
WHEN: Friday … View moreThe Wellington Home & Garden Show is coming soon and this is your chance to check out all the action and visit over 210 exhibitors by winning complimentary double passes! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter! T&C's apply.
Mark your diaries to attend the show.
WHEN: Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th September
TIME: 10am – 5pm
WHERE: Westpac Stadium
TICKETS: Adults $8, seniors ½ price (Friday only), under 16 free
The first 500 visitors each day receive a complimentary block of Cadbury Coco Chocolate!
Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season!
If it is your birthday today, you can go to KFC with proof of age and you will get one of their new Kentucky Angus Burgers for FREE! (Because it's the Colonel's birthday, he would be 127!)
These burgers are only for a limited time and are $11.90 to purchase, so go and get your freebie … View moreIf it is your birthday today, you can go to KFC with proof of age and you will get one of their new Kentucky Angus Burgers for FREE! (Because it's the Colonel's birthday, he would be 127!)
These burgers are only for a limited time and are $11.90 to purchase, so go and get your freebie if you can.
I don't have facebook, so maybe others can share this as well.
Happy birthday!!!
A Carterton man has a dream to give every student in Wairarapa the chance to eat a piece of fruit every day grown at their own school.
Hayden Mischefski has put a total of 30 mandarin and feijoa trees into eight schools in Carterton and Masterton and, if he can get funding, is aiming to … View moreA Carterton man has a dream to give every student in Wairarapa the chance to eat a piece of fruit every day grown at their own school.
Hayden Mischefski has put a total of 30 mandarin and feijoa trees into eight schools in Carterton and Masterton and, if he can get funding, is aiming to ...
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