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Meet Ellen (L) and Mary (R) - part of Masterton Neighbourhood Support's Weconnect programme.
Ellen, who is originally from the Netherlands, meets with Mary for an hour every week at the bakery where she works to catch up and discuss how she's adjusting to life here in New Zealand. … View moreMeet Ellen (L) and Mary (R) - part of Masterton Neighbourhood Support's Weconnect programme.
Ellen, who is originally from the Netherlands, meets with Mary for an hour every week at the bakery where she works to catch up and discuss how she's adjusting to life here in New Zealand. It's also a great chance to work on conversational skills including picking up Kiwi phrases from Mary who also volunteers as an English tutor running free lessons for Weconnect participants in Masterton.
Ellen happens to have a second Weconnect buddy, Rose, who is based in Martinborough - where they both live. Rose had moved to the area following the Christchurch quakes so is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to natural disaster preparedness, something Ellen isn't used to thinking about.
By working with a local buddy, Weconnect supports residents from culturally diverse backgrounds to feel safe, resilient and connected in their new community. If you live in the Wairarapa region and would love to help participants get settled in and make local connections, please email Cathy Cameron: cathy@connectingcommunities.org.nz
In town over Christmas? So are we. We’ll be running special timetables on buses, trains and ferries from Monday 23 December to Sunday 5 January, so please double-check before you travel. Your normal weekday services will resume on Monday 6 January.
If you’re travelling by bus or train to visit… View moreIn town over Christmas? So are we. We’ll be running special timetables on buses, trains and ferries from Monday 23 December to Sunday 5 January, so please double-check before you travel. Your normal weekday services will resume on Monday 6 January.
If you’re travelling by bus or train to visit family and friends on Christmas Day, you can ride FREE.
Thanks for travelling with us throughout the year. For details visit metlink.org.nz or call 0800 801 700.
Every Countdown store in New Zealand is giving away a $500 Countdown Gift Card to a local hero.
After loosing our precious dog earlier this year we would now like to get a new one to become part of our family and have decided a fox terrier would be ideal. If you, or someone you know is soon to list fox terrier puppies for sale we would love a heads up - :0)
Hi All, The Greytown Country Market is cancelled for today for the weather and worsening forecast. 😢 See you all in December
A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.
White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their … View moreA challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.
White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their individuality and define themselves as men who have respectful relationships with themselves and their partners – creating happier, healthier communities for us all.
Get in quick for the christmas seasons defensive driving course.
Dates are 2nd, 5th, 9th &12th December from 7pm to 9pm.
I have only a few spaces left, so call me soon to book you place.
Driving lessons in december and Jan are available most days.
Call me to book your lessons now.
Happy … View moreGet in quick for the christmas seasons defensive driving course.
Dates are 2nd, 5th, 9th &12th December from 7pm to 9pm.
I have only a few spaces left, so call me soon to book you place.
Driving lessons in december and Jan are available most days.
Call me to book your lessons now.
Happy christmas to all, Geoff 021 874477
Local Government NZ (LGNZ) voted at their AGM this year to petition government to ban the private sale of fireworks in NZ. I called Masterton District Council today and was told they did NOT vote in favour of this ban! How many people did they consult before making that obviously ill-informed … View moreLocal Government NZ (LGNZ) voted at their AGM this year to petition government to ban the private sale of fireworks in NZ. I called Masterton District Council today and was told they did NOT vote in favour of this ban! How many people did they consult before making that obviously ill-informed decision???
Do they not read Neighbourly and get a sense of the misery and destruction fireworks cause at ALL times of the year??
How dare they decide it's ok to continue with this stupid and outdated activity which causes such harm.
I am trying to find out how we can let govt know that there is a big silent majority who hate backyard fireworks, want private sales banned but dont know how to makes our voices heard.
If we want change, we ALL need to speak up.
I guess it was on the cards. Neighbourly is now a trashcan for political spam
Goodbye Neighbourly, it was good whilst it lasted
Hereford/frisian cross weaners early August born. Vaccinated 7in1 (and booster), drenched, dehorned. Steers and heifers. $600 each including GST. South Wairarapa.
Through a series of experiences Dr Harold Hillman has learnt to find his true, authentic self, which helped to shape his book, ‘The Impostor Syndrome’.
He describes the symptoms faced by many business leaders: an innate insecurity of being unable to meet the expectations of others, of not … View moreThrough a series of experiences Dr Harold Hillman has learnt to find his true, authentic self, which helped to shape his book, ‘The Impostor Syndrome’.
He describes the symptoms faced by many business leaders: an innate insecurity of being unable to meet the expectations of others, of not being good enough, a fear of failing.
His book is a must-read for anyone wanting to become a better leader.
Dr Harold Hillman will be talking about ‘The Imposter Syndrome’ at a lunch being held by Business Wairarapa at the Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park on Thursday, 21 November as part of a series of events celebrating Wairarapa businesswomen.
Tickets are $55 and are available from wairarapachamber.co.nz...
Toast Martinborough has always been an event that prompts people to dust off their glad rags, but t…
Nominations are now open for this year's Resene Colour Your Community! Apply now for up to $1000 worth of paints, wood stains and products to spruce up an area in your 'hood.
You can submit a nomination on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project - … View moreNominations are now open for this year's Resene Colour Your Community! Apply now for up to $1000 worth of paints, wood stains and products to spruce up an area in your 'hood.
You can submit a nomination on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project - whether that is the paint for a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or refresh of a local playground.
We’ll also be selecting five winning entries plus asking members to vote in the People’s Choice Award!
$80 Manrose Exhaust Fan with 2 x Heat Lamps and 3x LED Light System (Used)
Dimensions 480mm length, 300mm wide, 230mm deep
Previously bought by me and used in our old bathroom for 1 year. Works fine - we just did a major renovation - and removed it.
I have seen these things in Star Trek movies!
the light can be flickering on or it can react with sound or your finger.
Completely safe.
Great for the geek in your life!
… View moreI have seen these things in Star Trek movies!
the light can be flickering on or it can react with sound or your finger.
Completely safe.
Great for the geek in your life!
Reluctant sale, but i am desperate for money.
Comes with power supply.
No time wasters. First in, first served.
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