Otaki District, Otaki

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

528 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty … View more
Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty of other birdlife, and most of them seemed to be performing ablutions including a fantail (unfortunately he was well hidden when he was bathing so the photo isn't very good!)."

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523 days ago

A view (0817) from Mangahao Rd

Paul from Levin

A view (0817) from Mangahao Rd, Shannon. Please enlarge for a better view.

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523 days ago

Mountain trek bike

Nathan from Paraparaumu

Selling my bike as I don’t use it much now it needs a new rear wheel tread and inner tube
Just recently had the gear crank replaced and the pedals done have accessories with it for extra if want them

Price: $150

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539 days ago

Hokio Beach

Paul from Levin

Hokio Beach this morning

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524 days ago

Interested in a career in Midwifery?

Otago Polytechnic

Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start … View more
Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start our Bachelor of Midwifery degree in our Greater Wellington, Whanganui, or Palmerston North satellites.

If you’d like to talk to our educators and learn more about our programme, we have Information Evenings in June.

Whanganui · Tuesday 20 June · 5.30pm
Hutt Valley · Tuesday 20 June · 6pm
Palmerston North · Wednesday 21 June · 6pm
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Visit our website for locations and more details. We hope to see you there!
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524 days ago

Fondue

Richard from Paraparaumu

1970' vintage copper plated Fondue plate and pot.

Price: $50

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524 days ago

Kings Birthday

Brendon from Brendon Heenan - Tall Poppy Real Estate

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend

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524 days ago

Egg cartons

Richard from Paraparaumu

Selection of egg cartons. 6's, 10's and 12's

Price: $10

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525 days ago

Your adventures change, the fees won’t

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*some conditions apply
Learn more

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525 days ago

Artificial Grass - Recommendations?

Russell from Paraparaumu

We're looking to get the disaster area that is our back garden, re-done with artificial grass. Which products / companies have you used and how long has it lasted?

535 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week an image from Rosa Marie.

"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to … View more
This week an image from Rosa Marie.

"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to get decent photos of but it was a bonus today seeing one on a post in the driving range car park!
I have also spent some time watching the pesky blackbirds and waxeyes munch their way through the grapes on the grapevine."

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527 days ago

Two bedroom rental available

Heather from Paraparaumu Beach

This two-bedroom home offers a warm and sunny living space, complete with a heat pump. With onsite parking and plenty of street parking available. In very close proximity to a bus stop.

Rent:

$550 per week, or,
$580 per week including lawn management.

Availability:
This property is in high … View more
This two-bedroom home offers a warm and sunny living space, complete with a heat pump. With onsite parking and plenty of street parking available. In very close proximity to a bus stop.

Rent:

$550 per week, or,
$580 per week including lawn management.

Availability:
This property is in high demand, and I have already started conducting viewings. If you're interested, please contact me as soon as possible to secure your spot.
027 857 1583

Bond: equivalent to 4 weeks' rent - negotiable.

No smoking.

Pets negotiable.

Please note that utilities (water, electricity, etc) are not included in the rent and are the responsibility of the tenant.

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528 days ago

"Average" rates increase of 7 percent for Horowhenua residents

Veronica from Manakau

June 1, 2023

Last night Horowhenua District Council voted unanimously in favour of an "average" total rates increase of 7 percent.

Council's organisation performance group manager Jacinta Straker said the total dollar increase averages out to 9.1 percent after the growth rate … View more
June 1, 2023

Last night Horowhenua District Council voted unanimously in favour of an "average" total rates increase of 7 percent.

Council's organisation performance group manager Jacinta Straker said the total dollar increase averages out to 9.1 percent after the growth rate is included.

Mayor Bernie Wanden said, "Our community can be reassured we deliberated well. Discussions were robust and a range of views demonstrated. [Everyone] came with an open mind and were prepared to listen."

Coupled with a vote by Council not to introduce general rating on Capital Value, many residents will be sighing with relief. General rating will instead continue to be rated on Land Value.

The majority of submitters on Council's proposed amendments to the 20 Year Long Term Plan and Annual Plan (2023-2024) said they were potentially facing rates increases of between 12 and 30 percent if general rating on Capital Value had been introduced.

An historic, and unanimous, decision was also made to keep Levin Landfill closed and develop the site for alternative purposes to raise revenue.

Decisions on how to generate an income from the site will be determined by Council's Waste Management and Minimisation bylaw.

Revenue raising ideas discussed in the LTP consultation document include using the site for cleanfill collection or as a native plant nursery, resource recovery park or regional processing facility for organic or construction and demolition material.

The Environment Ministry estimates up to 50 percent of waste in Aotearoa (New Zealand), "comes from construction and demolition."

Hamilton City Council and New Plymouth Council are the only two council's in the country that have adopted Waste Management and Minimisation bylaws requiring all building consent applicants to submit a site waste plan.

Council also unanimously voted in favour of increasing the budget by $75 million to upgrade the water infrastructure - including installing water meters across the district to every household connected to Council's water supply.

Mayor Wanden said, "This decision today is about getting the basics right. The reality is we have to be prepared growth coming our way. We know our infrastructure is under pressure. We are doing the right thing."

He said there had been very little negative feedback about Council's plans to install water meters district-wide.

"I think they know water is a taonga," he said.

Council also voted in favour of increasing Development Contributions, paid by land and property developers towards infrastructure costs, and endorsing changes to the Development Contributions policy.

A proposal to reduce community grants and community group funding by $200,000 or 0.4 percent of the budget was defeated by 8 votes to 5.

The decisions will be formally adopted on 28 June, 2023.

527 days ago

Vote in Stuff’s Love Your Local Awards...

The Team from Love Your Local

Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do! Vote now

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527 days ago

For sale

Rena from Paraparaumu

Hand held vacuum new , these sell for over $100 , just want the space it’s occupying, for quick sale $45 .

Price: $45

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