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For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.
Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
About 12 years old. Not often used. No knee pad inserts or pedometer (never needed anyway). Priced to go.
Must pick up from Tuakau.
Rocking seat for 2 people. About 2 years old. Hardly used, been out on deck. Small tear in shade (see pics). Has wheels on rear of frame.
Pick up Tuakau, will need trailer. Assembly instructions included. If you want to take the shade cover off to transport it, you’ll need Allan keys and maybe … View moreRocking seat for 2 people. About 2 years old. Hardly used, been out on deck. Small tear in shade (see pics). Has wheels on rear of frame.
Pick up Tuakau, will need trailer. Assembly instructions included. If you want to take the shade cover off to transport it, you’ll need Allan keys and maybe some WD40 to help :)
1.4mtr Wide
1.67 Height
1.78 Length
Shade ‘L’ tear size: 7x5cm apx
Bought last Christmas for well over $100 but hardly used. No defects. Ten foot pool with pump as in pics; has been dismantled. Comes with some chlorine tabs, instruction booklet, parts to put it up and skimmer. Also 4 diving sticks! (White chair and tarp on side not included). Note: all the parts … View moreBought last Christmas for well over $100 but hardly used. No defects. Ten foot pool with pump as in pics; has been dismantled. Comes with some chlorine tabs, instruction booklet, parts to put it up and skimmer. Also 4 diving sticks! (White chair and tarp on side not included). Note: all the parts are stacked together not spread around as shown). Buyer must pick up in Tuakau.
Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...
Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the … View moreNeighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...
Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the finalists, to determine our regional winners.
You're invited to nominate your:
- Most Loved Food Truck or takeaway
- Most Loved Roadside Stall
- Most Loved Barista
- Most Loved Bartender or Publican
- Most Loved Front of House/Service Person or Team
- Most Loved New Business (open less than 12 months)
Your vote will put your 'Most Loved' up for the national title in each category as determined by our incredible judging panel including New Zealand chef Peter Gordon, Eat New Zealand CEO and owner of permaculture property The Food Farm Angela Clifford, and Stuff food editor Emily Brookes.
* Nominations opened on Tuesday, 2nd May 2023
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 13th June 2023 at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.
"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."
Click below to hear their story.
Styling Day with Dame Denise L'Estrange-Corbet
Dame Denise will be in the IHC Op Shop styling some of our fabulous clothes and sharing fashion tips.
Watch this space for updates
With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View moreWith our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The… View moreKmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.
Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.
Invitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment … View moreInvitation to BPW FRANKLIN DINNER MEETING.
Come and meet new friends
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 6.30 for 7pm
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe.
Speaker: Diana Cussen
Cost: Cost: $30 BPW Franklin account 02 0404 0100956 00 Code: dinner Ref: Surname Prepayment essential.
To register attendance: Contact catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz before 8pm Sunday 21st May Visitors/guests are welcome to attend.
Kids Caboodle Items (unopened)
2 x Stars Theme chair
1 x Crayon Theme Storage Shelf
1 x Crayon Theme Easel
call Ian 021819875
Soroptimist International of New Zealand
BETTY LOUGHHEAD SOROPTIMIST
SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Soroptimist International exists to inspire action and create opportunities to transform the
lives of women and girls.
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who
… View moreSoroptimist International of New Zealand
BETTY LOUGHHEAD SOROPTIMIST
SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Soroptimist International exists to inspire action and create opportunities to transform the
lives of women and girls.
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who
are studying for a qualification to:
● enter or re-enter the workforce; or
● change occupation
Who can apply? Women who are:
● New Zealand citizens
● At least 25 years old on 1 September 2023
● Enrolled in an NZQA approved education programme, undertaken in NZ
● Have a proven record of academic achievement (you must be in at least your second year
of academic study)
● Able to use the scholarship in the 2024 academic year and/or summer school
December 2023-Feb 2024
● Willing to participate in Soroptimist promotional activities (if successful)
● The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship is not available for Phd students
Download an application form at: www.blsst.co.nz...
Application period is 1 July 2023 to 31 August 2023
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View moreDon't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.
And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.
Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
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