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For sale used bar leaner approx 2.8 long and averages 300 in width x 50mm thick. Top is quarter cut radiata which has been sanded and painted with polyurethane. It sits on one inch box frame with two wheels at one end to help when shifting. It's heavy so will need to be picked up from … View moreFor sale used bar leaner approx 2.8 long and averages 300 in width x 50mm thick. Top is quarter cut radiata which has been sanded and painted with polyurethane. It sits on one inch box frame with two wheels at one end to help when shifting. It's heavy so will need to be picked up from Carterton although we can deliver within Masterton. The stools are assorted as in pic with 3 that swivel, not pictured.
Just acquired another car so unfortunately these have to go.
We’re the bargain hunter’s best friend!
At Crackerjack, we’re always on the hunt for unbeatable deals to keep your trolley full and your wallet happy! With fresh bargains landing weekly (and flying out fast), you’ll want to grab them before they’re gone. From everyday essentials to … View moreWe’re the bargain hunter’s best friend!
At Crackerjack, we’re always on the hunt for unbeatable deals to keep your trolley full and your wallet happy! With fresh bargains landing weekly (and flying out fast), you’ll want to grab them before they’re gone. From everyday essentials to international treats, exclusive ranges and more, there’s always something new to discover.
Check out our latest specials today!
Get creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots… View moreGet creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots with these easy step by step instructions.
Does anyone have one in their cupboard they no longer use ? That's holds water and has the rollers .
Happy to pay ?
Have looked on trademe, alot of people will not ship ,so trying to find local.
Thanks 😊
A festival of all things gardening from plants to produce and everything in between including sculptures, garden art, pots, equipment & tools, sheds and much more! Catch guest speakers and demonstrations too.
📅This Saturday 8.30am - 3pm.
📍Clareville Showgrounds, Carterton
Butter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.
Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some … View moreButter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.
Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some members of our community (women, Māori, and Pacific people) are experiencing worsening financial positions at elevated rates.
Stats NZ tells us that food prices have jumped 4.6% since this time last year, with meat and dairy doing most of the damage. This jump is hitting us all, but groceries are just one part of the picture.
When basic costs keep climbing, the old cost-saving tricks — like bulk-buying or stockpiling on sale — don’t always work. Who can afford to spend more upfront when every dollar already has a job?
We want to know: What costs have caught you off guard the most? What are the expenses that feel impossible to juggle right now?
Share your thoughts below!
We have brown shaver pullets for sale on 23rd of Aug. They are very friendly and excellent egg-layers!
They are $28 each and 16 weeks old (they are starting to lay at around20 weeks))
Please txt Thelma on 0276996862
Don't forget to enter a Bright Spot in your home, workplace or community for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! Whether it's a colourful fence, a mural in your office or a place in the community that makes you smile - we'd love to see it.
Share a Bright Spot today for a … View moreDon't forget to enter a Bright Spot in your home, workplace or community for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! Whether it's a colourful fence, a mural in your office or a place in the community that makes you smile - we'd love to see it.
Share a Bright Spot today for a chance to win one of ten prize packs worth $500.
And make sure you check out the entries so far too.
Hi Neighbours!
Before you settle for your next bed, read this:
www.stuff.co.nz...
Your bed isn’t just where you sleep — it’s where your health, comfort, and daily energy begin. The wrong choice can leave you waking up sore, tired, and frustrated.
The right one? It can completely … View moreHi Neighbours!
Before you settle for your next bed, read this:
www.stuff.co.nz...
Your bed isn’t just where you sleep — it’s where your health, comfort, and daily energy begin. The wrong choice can leave you waking up sore, tired, and frustrated.
The right one? It can completely change how you feel every single day.
Friday 15 August, and Saturday, 16 August, 10 am - 2 pm.
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities. We'd love to show you around.
Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
The Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.
Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.
But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and … View moreThe Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.
Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.
But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and Hospitality NZ are worried the costs won’t just disappear. Labour MP Arena Williams put it simply: there should not be surcharges for customers at all. But she points out that the Government’s plan does not deal with banks and merchants “who still scoop a big fee”.
Many of our community are rocked by the recent announcement. Retailers warn card surcharge ban could lead to higher prices - the unfortunatel reality is that small businesses are feeling the squeeze along with their customers. In comparison, large retailers pay significantly lower banking fees and ultimately have more leverage at the negotiation table.
💸 So someone still pays – but who?
We want to know: Who should be covering this cost?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
Wairarapa College, 83 Pownall St, Masterton
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Sunday 19 October 2025 9:00am - 4:30pm
Ticket Information
… View moreWairarapa College, 83 Pownall St, Masterton
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Sunday 19 October 2025 9:00am - 4:30pm
Ticket Information
Entry Fee - Adults: $10.00 each
Entry Fee - Child (Age 3-17): $5.00 each
Family Pass - 2 adults, 3 children: $25.00 each
Door Sales Only
Additional fees may apply
Dates
Sun 19 Oct 2025, 9:00am–4:30pm
Hi Neighbours!
We’re celebrating 12 years, and one lucky local will WIN a Luxury Spine Supporter King Bed.
Sleep like royalty
Perfect spine support
100% FREE – just for entering!
Enter today – don’t miss your chance!
Thanks to a generous gift, 730 Hectares in Kaituna Valley are now protected for everyone to enjoy
Four incredible donors have come together to gift 730 hectares of land in the Kaituna Valley to the nation — a multimillion-dollar contribution that will benefit generations to come.
This land,… View moreThanks to a generous gift, 730 Hectares in Kaituna Valley are now protected for everyone to enjoy
Four incredible donors have come together to gift 730 hectares of land in the Kaituna Valley to the nation — a multimillion-dollar contribution that will benefit generations to come.
This land, which has now been protected and opened to the public, forms part of a much larger conservation area — nearly 2,400 hectares stretching from sea level at Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour, up to the Summit Walkway, and back down into the Kaituna Valley.
Once used for farming, the land has now been cleared of livestock, and pest control efforts are underway to help native plants and wildlife thrive. The goal? A richer, more diverse ecosystem that everyone can experience and be proud of.
This is a powerful example of how the actions of a few can have a huge impact. Thanks to their vision and generosity, a precious piece of our natural heritage is now protected.
Read more about the Massive win for conservation and recreation in the Kaituna.
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