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WHEN:-
Sunday 14 December - 10am - 1pm
LOCATION:-
Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha Street,
Waikanae Beach
… View moreWHEN:-
Sunday 14 December - 10am - 1pm
LOCATION:-
Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha Street,
Waikanae Beach
FUN FOR THE KIDS:-
Guess who's making an appearance at around 11am? He'll be flying out again around 12ish so make sure you take a photo of the kids with him! He may even have a few Christmas treats in his sack!
DISCOVER UNIQUE AND QUALITY ITEMS:-
With Christmas just around the corner, this is a great opportunity to do your Christmas shopping at the market where you'll find a huge variety of high-quality, reasonably priced Christmas gift ideas. You'll discover handmade treasures and local creativity by highly talented stallholders where every piece tells a story.
GIFTS FOR THE KIDS:-
Meet local author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many children's adventure books along with Jane and her handmade crochet toys, along with Helen and her huge range of awesome handmade children's dress ups and dolls clothes etc.
MEET UP WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY:-
Meet up with family and friends and enjoy a Sunday outing with a visit to this great, friendly community market.
Don't miss it... support local!
"Yesterday, upon the stair,
I met a man who wasn't there.
He wasn't there again today.
I think he's from the CIA."
ANNON [with apologies to William Hughes Mearns]
Cheers - Mike
Weather is looking good for Tuesday so make the most of it by coming down and supporting the stallholders at the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on Tuesday from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Christmas Gift Ideas, Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees … View moreWeather is looking good for Tuesday so make the most of it by coming down and supporting the stallholders at the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on Tuesday from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Christmas Gift Ideas, Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Plants, Seedlings & Fresh Flowers, Sewing Crafts, Art & Cards, Rawleighs products, Clothing, Good quality Bric-a-Brac, Records, Books, and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, visit the market and the local shops- See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL
Good Morgan persons, has any peoples builders mix they no longer need.? Contact 027 231 9206.
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to … View moreThe Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
Still a few places available for this Thursday’s “Van Gogh and Vino” (11th 7pm to 9pm) session at the Hall fundraiser. More sessions available the following week,
Thursday 18th , Friday 19th, Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd. All at the Hall 7-9pm.
Don’t miss out on this fun and relaxing … View moreStill a few places available for this Thursday’s “Van Gogh and Vino” (11th 7pm to 9pm) session at the Hall fundraiser. More sessions available the following week,
Thursday 18th , Friday 19th, Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd. All at the Hall 7-9pm.
Don’t miss out on this fun and relaxing creative experience to end the year on!
See you there!
Scan the QR code or PM message for further details to secure a place!
Bookings also through www.tehorohall.org.nz...
Measures 69cm H x 62cm W x 92cm L
Doors at end & side. Comes with metal tray (+ 2 carpet tiles if wanted)
In good clean condition (has only been used by cat)
Please contact by text 0211768239, thanks
Sale plants!
Nikau Palms (1m+) $100 each (SPECIAL PRICE!)
Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $3.50 each plus… View moreSale plants!
Nikau Palms (1m+) $100 each (SPECIAL PRICE!)
Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $3.50 each plus many more at great prices!
We have a wide range or other plants - including grasses (various carex) and flaxes,
Hedging/windbreaks - Pitto Teneufolium, Olearia Paniculata, Grisilinia, Corokia Geentys Green..
- other trees we have Lemonwood, Puka, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, etc etc.
If needing native plants, please phone to arrange a visit:
0274 933 626 (-: Appointment required :-)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz.......................................
Have a particular native in mind, please text me...
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting to view our range of native plants!
Healthy Yucca Plant for sale. Lots of new growth. Currently 2m tall. Collect Waikanae.
Sony 2ch sound bar HTS100F
Bought just in January, as new. Reason for selling is we needed a bigger system.
Pick up from Peka Peka..
We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- … View moreWe’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed
Click read more for the full list of tips.
Jigsaws Jigsaws Jigsaws
52 different jigsaws. Different sizes, different levels of difficulty.
From $2.50 to $7 a box.
Plus Christmas decorations, Christmas gifts, children's toys, books and lots more.
The Christmas Market at St Luke's Church in… View moreJigsaws Jigsaws Jigsaws
52 different jigsaws. Different sizes, different levels of difficulty.
From $2.50 to $7 a box.
Plus Christmas decorations, Christmas gifts, children's toys, books and lots more.
The Christmas Market at St Luke's Church in Elizabeth Street is your one-stop-shop for all your Christmas shopping.
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