Western Lake, Featherston

3080 days ago

Vote at you local Community Centre

Keith from Timberlea

On Saturday the Timberlea Community Centre at 72 Norana Road is opening as voting place between 9am and 7pm.
It is a fantastic location to walk to for many.
For those who prefer to drive, it is not on a busy road so there is plenty of parking.

For a full list of voting places in Rimutaka see:… View more
On Saturday the Timberlea Community Centre at 72 Norana Road is opening as voting place between 9am and 7pm.
It is a fantastic location to walk to for many.
For those who prefer to drive, it is not on a busy road so there is plenty of parking.

For a full list of voting places in Rimutaka see:
www.elections.org.nz...

3080 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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3080 days ago

Samples taken from blue whale carcass washed up on Wairarapa coast

Illya McLellan Reporter from News of Wairarapa

A blue whale suspected to be the same one spotted dead in the water near d'Urville Island has washed ashore on the Wairarapa coast near Flat Point.
The whale  was found on the beach at Glenburn Station, which is owned by John McFadzean.
He was alerted the whale carcass was in the water … View more
A blue whale suspected to be the same one spotted dead in the water near d'Urville Island has washed ashore on the Wairarapa coast near Flat Point.
The whale  was found on the beach at Glenburn Station, which is owned by John McFadzean.
He was alerted the whale carcass was in the water off the...

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3080 days ago

Remember the Otaki River Walkover is happening tomorrow!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We are looking forward to meeting those of you that have registered at the Greater Wellington Depot at 89 Riverbank Road, Otaki for an 8:30am start.

Just be sure you wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather.

Check out the links below for more information.

3081 days ago

Featherston Rugby Club AGM

Jen from South Wairarapa District

Featherston Rugby Football Club Inc
Annual General Meeting
Saturday 1pm 7th October 2017
At Clubrooms


AGENDA
Finance Report
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Featherston Rugby Football Club Inc
Annual General Meeting
Saturday 1pm 7th October 2017
At Clubrooms


AGENDA
Finance Report
Subscription 2018 season
Election of Officers
Election Senior Reserve Coach
JAB Convenor
General Business

All Welcome


Des Barrow
Life Member

3082 days ago

Home and Garden Show - Westpac Stadium

The Team from Wellington Water

This Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 5pm we're at the Home and Garden Show at Westpac Stadium. Come and visit us at stand 81, aisle 5, enter our competition and be in to win a 200 liter emergency water tank or a hose trigger nozzle. See you there

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3082 days ago

A super event for you!

Maree from Martinborough

Buy tickets to the MARTINBOROUGH MUSIC FESTIVAL!!
Four fantastic chamber music concerts over the last weekend in September; including NZ's very own Michael Houston playing the town's wonderful Schimmel grand piano.
Details on website www.martinboroughmusicfestival.co.nz...

3082 days ago

Kiwi firefighter assisted tackling Canadian blaze that destroyed over a million hectares

Illya McLellan Reporter from News of Wairarapa

Imagine deserted Canadian frontier towns with wild deer and black bears roaming the streets under a strange smoked-filled orange coloured sky. 
Mauriceville raised firefighter Daniel Marfell likened the scene on the Cariboo Plateau in Canada to something like an apocalypse, when taking part … View more
Imagine deserted Canadian frontier towns with wild deer and black bears roaming the streets under a strange smoked-filled orange coloured sky. 
Mauriceville raised firefighter Daniel Marfell likened the scene on the Cariboo Plateau in Canada to something like an apocalypse, when taking part in...

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3082 days ago

What are our key election issues?

Piers Fuller Reporter from News of Wairarapa

Lack of housing, low wages and benefits and polluted waterways were the key concerns for voters on the streets of Masterton, Carterton and Featherston.  
The electorate is home to more than 67,000 people, with more than 50,000 over the age of 18. Most of the population is concentrated in a … View more
Lack of housing, low wages and benefits and polluted waterways were the key concerns for voters on the streets of Masterton, Carterton and Featherston.  
The electorate is home to more than 67,000 people, with more than 50,000 over the age of 18. Most of the population is concentrated in a ...

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3083 days ago

Love your backyard this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View more
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....

Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!

If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...

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