945 days ago

103-year-old woman receives contactless cake delivery from New World

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Nor-west News

A 103-year-old woman was expecting a “dull” birthday after lockdown called off gatherings, but a random act of kindness turned things around.

“We were going to have a little gathering but then the lockdown stopped that, so my granddaughter got New World to send a cake,” Huapai resident Nell said.

“It was quite a nice surprise to receive that, and I am quite amazed that people had gone through that trouble.”

New World Kumeu baked and delivered without contact a cake on Wednesday after a request from Nell’s family.

Her daughter, Bernadette Fagan, said Nell was “overwhelmed” by the act.

“We thought it was going to be very dull after lockdown was announced. So we were a bit sad and though we’d just end up doing something plain,” she said.

“But then New World baked a beautiful cake and iced it for mum’s birthday, so it was absolutely lovely.”

What have you done to cheer up someone’s day in lockdown?

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Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year

Keith Park Retirement Village

Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.

Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.

Click read more for the full article.

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1 day ago

Easter church services.

David Cooper from Riverhead Family Church

Everyone is most welcome to attend our combined church service on Good Friday at Massey Presbyterian Church at 10am and our Easter Sunday service at Riverhead Family Church at 10 am.

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1 day ago

Cash for your wrecked and water damaged car!

AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Find out more

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