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Just a wee reminder of the meeting in Johnsonville this Saturday 13 May starting at 10.00 a.m with the AGM. If you are interested in joining the committee there will be nomination forms available. We are looking for a secretary and of course committee members. The AGM will be followed with a talk … View moreJust a wee reminder of the meeting in Johnsonville this Saturday 13 May starting at 10.00 a.m with the AGM. If you are interested in joining the committee there will be nomination forms available. We are looking for a secretary and of course committee members. The AGM will be followed with a talk from Lisa Duggan about DNA testing - what different tests are available, how to understand your results, and what to do with them.
If you would like to know more you can send an email to
Irish.LowerNISIG@genealogy.org.nz
Free for collection, works well but has been replaced with a larger model. Contact Chris 0274131504
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I was surprised and frankly very saddened to read that Council is considering removal of 27 of the 38 historic Plane trees that line both sides of Oxford Street (Levin Chronicle 6 April). I revisited this today as it's been on my mind since then...I grew up with these trees and I feel that … View moreI was surprised and frankly very saddened to read that Council is considering removal of 27 of the 38 historic Plane trees that line both sides of Oxford Street (Levin Chronicle 6 April). I revisited this today as it's been on my mind since then...I grew up with these trees and I feel that their removal would have a hugely negative impact on the image, personality and character of our little country town. I note that the required regular pruning was discontinued in 1993...why? are the trees to blame now?
A landscape and visual effects assessment was prepared for the District Council by Beca Ltd in May 2022. I urge anyone who cares to read this (horowhenua.govt.nz/planetrees)..at least their recommendations at the end. Guess what? Submissions close at 4.45pm tomorrow 2 May!
What can be done at this late stage given such short notice?
Stored: drying, last years pine old man pine, gum dry mixed. plus Douglas Fir, Pine.
Can buy by trailer load. Im moving out so it must go.
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My Food Bag Ltd is recalling specific batches of its My Food Bag brand Fresh Lasagne Sheet (100g) due to the presence of undeclared allergens (egg and gluten). People with an egg allergy or a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic to egg, or not … View moreMy Food Bag Ltd is recalling specific batches of its My Food Bag brand Fresh Lasagne Sheet (100g) due to the presence of undeclared allergens (egg and gluten). People with an egg allergy or a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic to egg, or not allergic or intolerant to gluten, this recall does not affect you.
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Yesterday, I quoted from Wikipedia including this sentence:
"The ensuing Battle of Waiorua, at the northern end of the island, ended with the rout and slaughter of the landing attackers who were disadvantaged by difficult terrain and weather plus divided leadership."
What happened to … View moreYesterday, I quoted from Wikipedia including this sentence:
"The ensuing Battle of Waiorua, at the northern end of the island, ended with the rout and slaughter of the landing attackers who were disadvantaged by difficult terrain and weather plus divided leadership."
What happened to all those who died in the battle?
I understand their bodies were put into this lagoon.
What am I going on about? Ep3 tomorrow evening. You might like to prepare by investigating the word "Orbs" on Google.
Do you know a Good Sort or Community Group making Kapiti a great place to live, work, and play?
Nominate them for a Kāpiti Good Sorts or Wellington Airport Regional Community Award so we can sing their praises and show appreciation for the work they do.
We all know a Good Sort. And we all … View moreDo you know a Good Sort or Community Group making Kapiti a great place to live, work, and play?
Nominate them for a Kāpiti Good Sorts or Wellington Airport Regional Community Award so we can sing their praises and show appreciation for the work they do.
We all know a Good Sort. And we all know a Community Group doing good deeds.
Visit kapiticoast.govt.nz/good-sorts and nominate your favourites by 31 May 2023.
Celebrate Mothers Day and purchase that special Handcrafted gift & card from Homestead Creative Crafts Levin. Visit our Facebook page to view details. Shop Local Support Local.
A view towards Kapiti from Waiorua Bay at the North end of Kapiti Island. Please enlarge photo!
In 1824 an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 warriors, making up a coalition of tribes from the East Coast, Whanganui, the Horowhenua, southern Taranaki[6] and Te Wai Pounamu (the South Island), assembled … View moreA view towards Kapiti from Waiorua Bay at the North end of Kapiti Island. Please enlarge photo!
In 1824 an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 warriors, making up a coalition of tribes from the East Coast, Whanganui, the Horowhenua, southern Taranaki[6] and Te Wai Pounamu (the South Island), assembled at Waikanae, with the object of taking Kapiti Island. Crossing in a flotilla of war canoes under cover of darkness, they were met as they disembarked by a force of Ngāti Toa fighters led or reinforced by Te Rauparaha. The ensuing Battle of Waiorua, at the northern end of the island, ended with the rout and slaughter of the landing attackers who were disadvantaged by difficult terrain and weather plus divided leadership.[7] This decisive victory left Te Rauparaha and the Ngāti Toa able to dominate Kapiti and the adjacent mainland. (Quote from Wikipedia)
More about this tomorrow.
Our district's the perfect place for tech entrepreneurs and enthusiasts to thrive, so we’re pleased to host Kāpiti Tech Day this Saturday at Paraparaumu Library as part of Techweek NZ 🖥️👩💻
Our six FREE sessions include scratch coding for kids, a mobile essentials session … View moreOur district's the perfect place for tech entrepreneurs and enthusiasts to thrive, so we’re pleased to host Kāpiti Tech Day this Saturday at Paraparaumu Library as part of Techweek NZ 🖥️👩💻
Our six FREE sessions include scratch coding for kids, a mobile essentials session for seniors, a panel of local innovators, and talks from globally renowned entrepreneurs Andy Prow and Scott Houston – Kāpiti Tech Day offers something for everyone.
Sessions run from 9am on 13 May and are filling up fast. Be sure to register today!
Sick of people saying, “I’ll get back to you” and they never do? Learn how to overcome this and other business and sales objections. We’ll go over the simple process of steering conversations and turning objections into a positive outcome. If you don’t go to any other ‘sales’ course … View moreSick of people saying, “I’ll get back to you” and they never do? Learn how to overcome this and other business and sales objections. We’ll go over the simple process of steering conversations and turning objections into a positive outcome. If you don’t go to any other ‘sales’ course this year, come to this one! Learn more and register at keda.nz...
This weeks contribution is from Rosa Marie and it is a beauty.
"A couple of days ago I just spent some time watching a blackbird hovering around our grapevine and helping herself to the juicy grapes. I was fascinated at how adept she was at skinning them too! I got a that shot showed a … View moreThis weeks contribution is from Rosa Marie and it is a beauty.
"A couple of days ago I just spent some time watching a blackbird hovering around our grapevine and helping herself to the juicy grapes. I was fascinated at how adept she was at skinning them too! I got a that shot showed a skinless grape, which I thought she would swallow, but she dropped it like a hot potato and ate the skin instead."
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