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As the sunny days get longer and more frequent, it’s the perfect time to get stuck into the garden. Grab a subscription to NZ Gardener and get a Free Vege Patch from Scratch book written by NZ Gardener’s editor Jo McCarroll worth $44.99.
Make your garden one of the best in the neighbourhood … View moreAs the sunny days get longer and more frequent, it’s the perfect time to get stuck into the garden. Grab a subscription to NZ Gardener and get a Free Vege Patch from Scratch book written by NZ Gardener’s editor Jo McCarroll worth $44.99.
Make your garden one of the best in the neighbourhood this summer with the help of a monthly NZ Gardener subscription and Vege Patch from Scratch. Purchase a subscription today at Mags4Gifts.co.nz to receive your free book. T&Cs apply.
Being heart-healthy isn't just for grown-ups. Kiwis of all ages will benefit from eating a diet rich in fruit and veggies. However, getting veggies into children can sometimes be a small challenge, but who says you need to tell them? Our kid-friendly recipes helpfully hide the good stuff with … View moreBeing heart-healthy isn't just for grown-ups. Kiwis of all ages will benefit from eating a diet rich in fruit and veggies. However, getting veggies into children can sometimes be a small challenge, but who says you need to tell them? Our kid-friendly recipes helpfully hide the good stuff with a healthy spin on a classic dish. Click the link to check out our version of Mac n' Cheese!
This hardy dessert has stood the test of time but is it time for a new dessert to step into the (Christmas) light? Share your vote, and tell us what kiwi classic you'd put in its place.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of … View moreThis hardy dessert has stood the test of time but is it time for a new dessert to step into the (Christmas) light? Share your vote, and tell us what kiwi classic you'd put in its place.
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The winners of the $100 restaurant vouchers are:
James Nelson of Lyal Bay
Shirleyann Gray of Parklands
Fung Yo of Flat Bush
… View moreThe winners of the $100 restaurant vouchers are:
James Nelson of Lyal Bay
Shirleyann Gray of Parklands
Fung Yo of Flat Bush
Tipene Atama of Hamilton
Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 28th of November. Enjoy!
What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.
This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to … View moreWhat do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.
This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with decluttering expert Peter Walsh.
When helping people to declutter, Peter never starts by focusing on the stuff itself. Every item in your home has a story, so the first step is to think about what that story is.
Maybe you’re thinking about downsizing as you approach retirement but still have all the artwork and toys and books that belonged to your now adult children, and don’t know what to do with them. Perhaps letting go of that old sports equipment means letting go of a vision you had of yourself that no longer fits who you are. Maybe you’re holding onto heirlooms you have no use for because you want to keep the memory of the person alive.
No matter what your situation is, it’s easier to declutter and downsize if you start by identifying the feelings that underlie your attachment to your stuff before tackling the stuff itself.
Click to read more.
Exciting News! The finalists for the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS in the Power, Broadband and Mobile categories have been revealed! It's a public vote, so have your say on the best retailers. Check them out now.
Your votes have made a difference, and we can't wait to celebrate the best … View moreExciting News! The finalists for the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS in the Power, Broadband and Mobile categories have been revealed! It's a public vote, so have your say on the best retailers. Check them out now.
Your votes have made a difference, and we can't wait to celebrate the best in the industry.
At Triton Hearing, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of better hearing to all New Zealanders. So this year, we’d like to give you the Gift of Better Hearing, to help you reconnect with the world and the people you love.
Simply get in touch to enjoy your gift of a complimentary upgrade … View moreAt Triton Hearing, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of better hearing to all New Zealanders. So this year, we’d like to give you the Gift of Better Hearing, to help you reconnect with the world and the people you love.
Simply get in touch to enjoy your gift of a complimentary upgrade valued at $2,000, to enjoy even better hearing* when you purchase a new pair of hearing devices from Triton Hearing.
Customised Pet Miniatures made to order. Simply provide photographs of your pet to show their colouration.
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~75mm long $45.00
75-90mm long $65.00
… View moreCustomised Pet Miniatures made to order. Simply provide photographs of your pet to show their colouration.
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~75mm long $45.00
75-90mm long $65.00
90-120mm long $85.00.
Please allow up to one week for your pet to me immortalised in miniature.
See example photos.
By local democracy reporter Brendon McMahon:
Westport's flooding disaster "could have been avoided" if funds had been available sooner to reduce the risk.
Spending more on adaption prior to the July 2021 floods could have prevented the "social upheaval, damage and … View moreBy local democracy reporter Brendon McMahon:
Westport's flooding disaster "could have been avoided" if funds had been available sooner to reduce the risk.
Spending more on adaption prior to the July 2021 floods could have prevented the "social upheaval, damage and costs" of the disaster, a submission on behalf of the West Coast Regional Council says.
Westport is one of three "lessons learned" in the Te Uru Kahika Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa submission to the Government on an inquiry into community-led retreat and adaptation funding.
The aftermath of the Westport floods in July 2021 are still being mopped up as the Regional and Buller District councils move to implement a new flood scheme worth $22.9m.
Initial government funding - to pay back the regional council's catastrophe fund already spent on Westport - is now delayed in the post-election changeover.
The Te Uru Kahika submission was tabled at the council's meeting on November 13.
"Westport is the case example of social upheaval, damage and costs that could have been avoided if more central government 'adaptation' assistance had been available earlier," the submission says.
"The investment of around $10m would have saved the $100m expenditure made on recovery after the July 2021 flood event."
Westport regional council representative Frank Dooley - a critic of the slow progress since July 2021 - said Westport's disaster might have been avoided through having adaptation funding earlier.
The submission made it clear there needed to be a sustainable path for adaptation, he said.
"It is clear that central government needs to come up with a funding stream."
He referred to the Westport example of $10m needed for work well before the flood event, which spurred $100m of spending to mop up.
"That's what this report points out - it's about being pro-active," Dooley he said.
The submission also looked at learnings from Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay. It looked at the need for early central government funding, whether the response should be centrally or locally led, land use and property categorisation, and the vulnerability and tolerance of risk.
Councillor Andy Campbell said the issues addressed in the submission came after 30 years of underfunding.
Resource Management Committee chairman Brett Cummings said that had been raised by Te Uru Kahika.
The underfunding dated back to the catchment board predecessors of the current regional council structure.
The regional council initially proposed a $10.2 million scheme in late 2021 as affordable for the Westport community.
Subsequently, the Government asked the council in February 2022 to formulate a proposal as "a test case" for similar communities including future retreat and adaptation options.
The subsequent $56m Kawatiri Business Case proposal in July 2022 got an answer in the May Budget: a $22.9m scheme.
The submission described this as "a belated but good case example" of how to address flood challenges.
Campbell said the town "is still vulnerable" given that work to protect it was only starting.
Dooley said that was true, although quite a bit of the groundwork had been done.
"We are making progress: you can see around Westport although it's still frustrating."
Black Friday is around the corner, and we'd love to know what's on your shopping list this year as the season of amazing deals kicks off!
The shops are sporting tinsel and lights and our calendar's are already filling up with Christmas events. But is it too early to decorate your home?
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Final days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in the Coromandel’s beautiful Whitianga. Worth over $1 million and featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its… View moreFinal days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in the Coromandel’s beautiful Whitianga. Worth over $1 million and featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.
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It’s that time of year when we rummage in the garage for Christmas decorations and camping gear but instead find random items we forgot we owned. Perhaps it’s finally time to get rid of those and make some cash? Or pick up something you need?
The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale is … View moreIt’s that time of year when we rummage in the garage for Christmas decorations and camping gear but instead find random items we forgot we owned. Perhaps it’s finally time to get rid of those and make some cash? Or pick up something you need?
The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale is this Saturday and we can't wait! The site will be brimming with both gently-loved goods and potential Christmas gifts.
To take part, simply upload a photo of your item(s) to Neighbourly’s Market section before Saturday. Make sure you come back on Saturday to browse the treasures listed from other members around your neighbourhood.
What's the most amazing deal you've discovered on our website, and how much money did you save?
Share your great finds with us for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy card and keep your shopping spree going!
CLICK below to enter! Don't wait too long to participate; entry ends on … View moreWhat's the most amazing deal you've discovered on our website, and how much money did you save?
Share your great finds with us for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy card and keep your shopping spree going!
CLICK below to enter! Don't wait too long to participate; entry ends on 29/11!
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