South Taranaki District, Hawera

1406 days ago

Razor blades in the walls....

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Has anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a… View moreHas anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a nasty, rusty surprise.
I'm certain I've seen something like this here in Aotearoa-NZ, but can't for the life of me recall where. It was in the back of the medicine cupboard. Let us know if you've seen, had - or have - one in your home.

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1404 days ago

Maxwell & Districts kindergarten is enrolling now!

The Team from Maxwell & Districts Kindergarten

Kia ora!

As many of our older children have now moved on to school, we are looking for new friends to join us at kindergarten!

We have some spaces available right away or you can hop on our waitlist if you or your tamariki need more time!

A few things you should know:
👉 We offer 20 hrs Free … View more
Kia ora!

As many of our older children have now moved on to school, we are looking for new friends to join us at kindergarten!

We have some spaces available right away or you can hop on our waitlist if you or your tamariki need more time!

A few things you should know:
👉 We offer 20 hrs Free ECE to all children who attend
👉 All of our teachers are fully qualified ECE teachers
👉 We offer support with transitions to school
👉 We follow a bicultural curriculum
👉 Play based learning is the way to go at Kindergarten!

Please feel free to pop in and visit us, we'd love to see you!
06 342 3802
1655 SH3, Maxwell, Whanganui

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1405 days ago

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.

If you are thinking about … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.

If you are thinking about developing an Age friendly Business programme or have more questions about how to get involved, get in touch with us at osc@msd.govt.nz.

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1407 days ago

Keep up with the latest America's Cup action

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Who's foiling and who's failing?

Stuff's America's Cup correspondent Duncan Johnstone brings you all the action from on and off the water, delivered to your inbox every Monday.

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter (for free) here.

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1407 days ago

Grooves up or down? Decking debate settled

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

The great kiwi deck, every home should have one. But there's a decking debate raging in DIY and Reno circles: Should the grooves go up or down?
We think we've settled the argument here.

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1412 days ago

Need Are your windows hard to open?

Exceed - we fix windows and doors

Hi neighbours,

Have you noticed that your windows are stiff, or the handle is a bit loose?
Depending on age, quality and probably a little bit determined by luck, different parts of a window can’t work anymore:

• Locking pins no longer lock exactly
• Window handle is difficult or difficult… View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you noticed that your windows are stiff, or the handle is a bit loose?
Depending on age, quality and probably a little bit determined by luck, different parts of a window can’t work anymore:

• Locking pins no longer lock exactly
• Window handle is difficult or difficult to turn
• Window sash does not fit properly in the frame (must be lifted or pushed in)
• Window handle wobbles

If you have windows that are stiff to open or close or leave big draught gaps give us a call on 0800 25 25 00 for a free estimate.
Hinges can easily be replaced without worrying about the cost of replacing the whole window.

The Exceed we fix windows & doors team :)

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1408 days ago

Come visit and nurture a conversation

Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help … View more
Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help nurture those conversations, we invite you to our Care Centre Open Days at your local Ryman village. A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village communities and the exceptional care we provide. Care options include the extra support of a serviced apartment, resthome, hospital and specialist dementia care.
Find out more

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1409 days ago

LibraryPlus Summer Literacy Programme

South Taranaki District Council

Registrations are still open! They are open throughout the duration of the programme. You can register here or you can call into your local LibraryPlus centre and register there in person.

Once you've signed up, go to the RESOURCES PAGE to download the Activity Brochure & Workshop Guide… View more
Registrations are still open! They are open throughout the duration of the programme. You can register here or you can call into your local LibraryPlus centre and register there in person.

Once you've signed up, go to the RESOURCES PAGE to download the Activity Brochure & Workshop Guide to get you started right away!

Your child will need these to participate. If you can't do this at home, visit your local LIBRARYPLUS to collect everything you need.
Sign up

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1410 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.

Happy decorating!
Sign up now

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1410 days ago

Smiths City BYOD Sorted

Smiths City

Dreaming of the kids being back at school? Start planning for it today. Find out more

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1412 days ago

Good news!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Thanks to the brave and quick actions of these members of the public (pictured centre and centre right) – an offender who was trying to make a getaway after stealing money from a Henderson dairy was stopped and swiftly arrested. 👏

Earlier this month, one of the owners of the store was working… View more
Thanks to the brave and quick actions of these members of the public (pictured centre and centre right) – an offender who was trying to make a getaway after stealing money from a Henderson dairy was stopped and swiftly arrested. 👏

Earlier this month, one of the owners of the store was working behind the counter when a man entered the store and demanded money.

He walked behind the counter to the cash register and took a large sum of money, but the owner very quickly managed to activate the anti-theft smoke canon and the offender fled the shop.

Seeing what happened, the members of the public chased the offender and caught him, holding him until Police arrived soon afterwards.

He was then arrested and taken into custody.

A 40-year-old man has been charged with theft and was due to appear in the Waitakere District Court last week.

The money taken was returned to the dairy owners (pictured on the left), who were very grateful to those who stepped in to help.

A great result and example of people going above and beyond to look out for people in their local community.

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1414 days ago

Favourite summer holiday finds

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd love to hear about the great places you've discovered over your summer holidays, whether it's somewhere local or on a trip away. Did you come across a particularly amazing beach, camping ground, town, walk or scenic spot? What made it so special? Any activities or … View more
Hi everyone,
We'd love to hear about the great places you've discovered over your summer holidays, whether it's somewhere local or on a trip away. Did you come across a particularly amazing beach, camping ground, town, walk or scenic spot? What made it so special? Any activities or places to eat and drink you can recommend in the area would also be much appreciated. As usual, please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article.
Cheers.

1414 days ago

Your Local Shed Maker. Kitset or Constructed

Pepper construction

Hi Neighbours,

Happy New Year!

It's Taryn here from Pepper Sheds, Pepper Construction has been providing quality work for over 80 years and now we are proud to bring you Pepper Sheds!

We specialise in all types of sheds and will take the time to customise your shed with you and with … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Happy New Year!

It's Taryn here from Pepper Sheds, Pepper Construction has been providing quality work for over 80 years and now we are proud to bring you Pepper Sheds!

We specialise in all types of sheds and will take the time to customise your shed with you and with minimum wait time to get your shed off the ground, let's discuss your shed requirements today!

Give me a call or pop down and see me at Pepper Construction HQ, 29 Omata Road, New Plymouth

I look forward to chatting!
Taryn Rorke your Pepper Sheds Project Manager

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1414 days ago

Feilding High School is turning 100 in 2021

Feilding High School

FAHS will be celebrating its centenary on the weekend of 26th, 27th and 28th March, 2021.

A commemoration assembly will kick off the celebration on the Friday morning, there is a formal dinner on Saturday evening and the weekend will conclude with a tree planting and cake cutting on the Sunday. … View more
FAHS will be celebrating its centenary on the weekend of 26th, 27th and 28th March, 2021.

A commemoration assembly will kick off the celebration on the Friday morning, there is a formal dinner on Saturday evening and the weekend will conclude with a tree planting and cake cutting on the Sunday.

For full details of all events for the weekend, go to our website and click on the 100 years tab or you could register online.
Buy tickets now

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1417 days ago

Are flies & insects driving you crazy this summer?

Exceed - we fix windows and doors

Letting the fresh air in while keeping the bugs out of your home is easy with Exceed´s fly screens for windows & doors!

Exceed has a range of insect screens for the whole home, including this beautiful Monarch Glide screen specifically designed for large openings.

With a span of up to 3 … View more
Letting the fresh air in while keeping the bugs out of your home is easy with Exceed´s fly screens for windows & doors!

Exceed has a range of insect screens for the whole home, including this beautiful Monarch Glide screen specifically designed for large openings.

With a span of up to 3 metres high and 9 metres wide, the Monarch Glide Insect Screen is the perfect option for screening wide window and door configurations including, hinged, bi-fold, sliders, and French doors.
Its semi-transparent pleated mesh allows for maximum ventilation with minimal effect on your view.

Our insect screens are super EASY to use. Pull to close, push to open, that simple and best of all - they are a chemical free solution for protecting your family and home against those nasty summer insects.

Want to learn more about Exceed insect screens?
Visit:
www.exceed.co.nz...
Or call us on 0800 25 25 00
Exceed - we fix windows & doors
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