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Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.
The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View moreAfghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.
The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.
On Friday I had a 8.30 am app at the Wellington hospital, quick shower, gobbled down quick breakfast and took my coffee with me. all went well UNTILL I reached that dreaded area past the lights on Petone foresaw where it moves into SINGLE lane and dutifully got in line while traffic just passed us … View moreOn Friday I had a 8.30 am app at the Wellington hospital, quick shower, gobbled down quick breakfast and took my coffee with me. all went well UNTILL I reached that dreaded area past the lights on Petone foresaw where it moves into SINGLE lane and dutifully got in line while traffic just passed us by presumably to turn right but MOST of them oh! no they carried on cars, vans and the rest till they got to the front of the queue and pushed their way in. and we did not move, if I was at the front of the line I would not let ANY of the B's in what do they think they have that the others of us do not why can SOMETHING be done about this, bad enough when they go round the roundabout and get in but the cheek of them large as life how I wish I could just take my car and straddle it across both lanes, but there might just be one honest person who does want to turn right, it is not right. what do other think and what can we do about we do about these cheeky gate crashers needless to say though I left one and a half early I did not get to my app on time
An evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists with the NZSO. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform the NZ premiere of Boris Pigovat's achingly beautiful "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's … View moreAn evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists with the NZSO. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform the NZ premiere of Boris Pigovat's achingly beautiful "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's extraordinary "Lady Walton's Garden", rich with Argentinean flavour, rhythms and excitement - don't be surprised if it breaks into some tango dancing - anything is possible! Roger Myers (USA) will feature in Schumann's enchanting "Fairy Tale Pictures" and Roger Benedict (Australia) will feature in Walton’s Viola Concerto. This promises to be a New Zealand cultural highlight of the year.
Michael Fowler Centre 7.30pm, September 4, 2017.
Visit the 44th International Viola Congress website.
Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!
Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View moreThanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!
Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.
To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.
Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
Saturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose … View moreSaturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose these products, you’re helping to protect forests and the animals that call them home. Find out more.
A reminder the Hutt City i-SITE will close permanently tomorrow (Saturday 19 August). With more and more customers choosing to book online and others in the city who can provide similar services the decision has been made to close.
Michaela and her team want to thank all their customers over the … View moreA reminder the Hutt City i-SITE will close permanently tomorrow (Saturday 19 August). With more and more customers choosing to book online and others in the city who can provide similar services the decision has been made to close.
Michaela and her team want to thank all their customers over the years.
To make things easy for their customers they’ve packaged up the details of other places in Lower Hutt that provide similar services. Visit www.huttcity.govt.nz... for details.
Would they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.
Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. … View moreWould they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.
Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. Register here today
Councillors get the same treatment as the chooks they have been dining out on. What is going on in the Laings Rd council admin buildings?
Location: Jackson Street ,
Petone, Lower Hutt
Property use: Office
Floor area: 170m2
Price: $120 per week per person
Viewing instructions: Please make a 'casual' appointment to be sure finding the doors open!
Parking: Free parking down Cuba Street - 2 minutes walking distance.
… View moreLocation: Jackson Street ,
Petone, Lower Hutt
Property use: Office
Floor area: 170m2
Price: $120 per week per person
Viewing instructions: Please make a 'casual' appointment to be sure finding the doors open!
Parking: Free parking down Cuba Street - 2 minutes walking distance.
This shared space offers flexible, professional, and affordable office space for independent business people ...
About the space:
· 170 square meters funky shared office space
· ultra-fast fibre wi-fi (included in plan)
· boardroom access + 2 phone 'booths' for up to 2 people
· key entry with 24/7 access
· kitchen with amenities such as coffee, tea, sugar, milk, dishwasher, toaster
· monitored alarm
· free parking 3 minutes’ walk from us
· 5 minute walk to Jackson Street buses
– hot desk $120 per week per person for unlimited hours desk space, plus flexible hours of boardroom time
Electricity, kitchen/bathroom amenities and internet access are included in the weekly fee. You will need to pay for your own phone line access.
We are happy for people to just come along to have a look, you will need to
make a 'casual' appointment though to be sure finding the doors open!
We're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an … View moreWe're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an unexpected friendly gesture. It might even be something you've seen on Neighbourly!
Comment below before Monday 28th August and we'll pick THREE lucky story tellers to win a $30 Prezzy® card.
Please note: comments may be shared with your local community newspaper and used for publication.
Hi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s … View moreHi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s apply. Find out more.
Figure out how much you will save in 2 minutes, grab your latest power bill and head to our handy online calculator.
Are you an experienced door to door Sales Consultant or have that hunger in the belly to make money? We’re a solid reputable company and you’ll be out representing us, our great brand and what we stand for. Because this is a pivotal role and we need you here at Meridian, we’ll be taking great… View moreAre you an experienced door to door Sales Consultant or have that hunger in the belly to make money? We’re a solid reputable company and you’ll be out representing us, our great brand and what we stand for. Because this is a pivotal role and we need you here at Meridian, we’ll be taking great care of you.
What is in it for you? Besides the standard uniform, iPhone and iPad, you’ll get industry leading training which will set you up for a successful sales career with Meridian. We have a genuine career pathway (and plenty of success stories to prove it), ample staff benefits and activities to keep you motivated and happy in your work. Contact Vivien.smith@meridianenergy.co.nz for more information.
If you have problems with services or products, you may be protected by the CGA. You should expect services to be carried out with appropriate competency and skills, and completed to a reasonable standard.
For example, Jan had two painters provide quotes for some painting and wallpaper work. … View moreIf you have problems with services or products, you may be protected by the CGA. You should expect services to be carried out with appropriate competency and skills, and completed to a reasonable standard.
For example, Jan had two painters provide quotes for some painting and wallpaper work. She chose her painter and the work was completed. Two weeks later she noticed bumps and lumps in the wallpaper, that she hadn’t noticed at the time the bill was paid.
With a faulty product, you can return it and ask for a repair, replacement or refund. But that’s not so easy with a service! But Jan’s story ended well, the painter came back and rectified the problem at no cost to Jan.
Check out YOUR rights at consumerprotection.govt.nz
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