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A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after his motorbike and a car collided in Mas…
Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop during July 2017. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99!
These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. Not a cardholder? … View moreClean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop during July 2017. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99!
These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. Not a cardholder? Don't worry; you can sign up FREE when you’re in store. Find out more now.
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After almost 20 years living in fear of flying golf balls from a nearby driving range Vic Gadsby has…
What will you miss if you don’t participate as an exhibitor at this premier Business to Business Expo? Quality of leads are better than quantity of crowds! Be an exhibitor at Wellington’s premier Business to Business Expo and have the opportunity of securing future leads that will keep your … View moreWhat will you miss if you don’t participate as an exhibitor at this premier Business to Business Expo? Quality of leads are better than quantity of crowds! Be an exhibitor at Wellington’s premier Business to Business Expo and have the opportunity of securing future leads that will keep your business growing. No business can afford to stop their marketing whether they have plenty of work in the pipeline or not.
Many stands are booked so far. This is a regional event. Even businesses from outside the Wellington Region are booking their stands. Early bird pricing until the 31st of July. Book and pay for your stand before then and enter the draw to win your stand for free.
Save the date - the Business Expo is on Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 September. We look forward to seeing you there!
A teenager is still in hospital after an attack in a Masterton bar more than a week ago. Police are…
Robin White relaxes in the lounge of her cosy Masterton home, cradling a cup of coffee as a gentle d…
Not so long ago, we asked you to complete our FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017. Over 2600 people told us their beauty, health and hygiene secrets and we were AMAZED with the results!
- Almost 50% of us are eating fast food a minimum of once a month!
- Did you know that 1 in 10 of us … View moreNot so long ago, we asked you to complete our FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017. Over 2600 people told us their beauty, health and hygiene secrets and we were AMAZED with the results!
- Almost 50% of us are eating fast food a minimum of once a month!
- Did you know that 1 in 10 of us are getting less than 5 hours sleep each night?
- The most common kiwi stress relief is to exercise! Coming in at a close second was .. of course .. FOOD!
Want to see what else we found out? Like how frequently we are washing our hands...?!
Check out all our interesting findings from the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017 here!
Starfish fashion label founder Laurie Foon thinks designers competing in Carterton's Oversew Fashion…
As a tour promoting a refugee quota increase moves up the country, rural regions are saying they wou…
From fishing them up to dishing them out, Steve Fair knows a thing or two about fish and chips. Now…
Right now the conditions are perfect for hunkering down indoors… and online thanks to this amazing offer: Sign up to any of our 12 month unlimited home broadband plans, and you’ll get your first three months free. Plus, if you sign up online you’ll get a bonus $40 credit! So don’t miss out.… View moreRight now the conditions are perfect for hunkering down indoors… and online thanks to this amazing offer: Sign up to any of our 12 month unlimited home broadband plans, and you’ll get your first three months free. Plus, if you sign up online you’ll get a bonus $40 credit! So don’t miss out. Spark terms, fees and install charges may apply. Speeds vary.
Mr Chips in Masterton has just won an award for the Best Chips in New Zealand. Who do you think does the best hot chips? What qualities do you think a great chip should have? Why are Kiwis obsessed with chips?
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I am looking for a Mate posthole borer, doesn't need to be in working order.
Needed for parts, especially the starter assembly. But fully working is fine.
The recent post re a new 'Children's Hospital" for Wellington has revealed some very important issues I feel. For example: When is a child no longer a child? WILL THE NEW 'CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL only deal with physiological ailments or include psychological ailments? AND … View moreThe recent post re a new 'Children's Hospital" for Wellington has revealed some very important issues I feel. For example: When is a child no longer a child? WILL THE NEW 'CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL only deal with physiological ailments or include psychological ailments? AND is there a difference between child and adult mental health issues.
All specialised areas - so how is one able to access the most appropriate intervention in a timely manner? Is our health system recognising how widespread these issues are? Is it appropriate for a child to be treated alongside adults?
This is an ideal time to hear from those experiencing difficulties.
GO FOR IT. Your voices need to be heard too.
A recent spate of fires in Wairarapa has highlighted the danger of not have working smoke alarms.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand and Whaiora medical centre organised a demonstration at Te Rangimarie Marae to show people how a seemingly innocuous kitchen fire can potentially be fatal.
… View moreA recent spate of fires in Wairarapa has highlighted the danger of not have working smoke alarms.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand and Whaiora medical centre organised a demonstration at Te Rangimarie Marae to show people how a seemingly innocuous kitchen fire can potentially be fatal.
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