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Kick off the new year with an adventure, and check out some of Kāpiti's many stunning trails!
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing cycle or walk along the Waikanae River track, or something more challenging like the 10-kilometre Paekākāriki Escarpment Track, there’s something for … View moreKick off the new year with an adventure, and check out some of Kāpiti's many stunning trails!
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing cycle or walk along the Waikanae River track, or something more challenging like the 10-kilometre Paekākāriki Escarpment Track, there’s something for everyone.
For more inspiration of how you can explore Kāpiti this summer, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
COBALTINE CALCITE with MALACHITE on matrix (475 g, $45); 8 cm long x 8 cm high x 3.5 cm deep
Stands well, very rectangular in shape. In the matrix you can see shades of pink (cobaltine calcite) and green (malachite). On the front is a section of malachite in the cobaltine calcite.
FLOWER … View moreCOBALTINE CALCITE with MALACHITE on matrix (475 g, $45); 8 cm long x 8 cm high x 3.5 cm deep
Stands well, very rectangular in shape. In the matrix you can see shades of pink (cobaltine calcite) and green (malachite). On the front is a section of malachite in the cobaltine calcite.
FLOWER AGATE on matrix (210 g, $15); 10 cm long x 4.5 cm high x 4 cm deep. Has triangular cross-section.
QUARTZ and MALACHITE (170 g, $25) (9 cm x 7 cm x 2 cm)
BLUE TIGERS EYE (265 g, $10); 8.5 cm long x 7.5 cm high x 4.5 cm deep. Is a wedge shape, lots of blue tigers’ eye in a matrix.
As with each of these pieces I am selling, I have enjoyed while I have had them but time to sell them and buy some more pieces ...
I can send more photos if wanted or come and have a look.
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between today and 29 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! The questions are based on our beautiful country so test your skills and see if you know New Zealand as well as you think you do.
Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to… View moreGrab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between today and 29 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! The questions are based on our beautiful country so test your skills and see if you know New Zealand as well as you think you do.
Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to win a $200 Prezzy Card, with a total of $10,000 worth of Prezzy Cards to give away. The more correct answers you enter, the higher chance you have of walking away with a Prezzy Card this summer. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.
The team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
VS Sassoon hair straightener and curler. Has different settings to choose to curl or straighten your hair.
Stuff is doing a story on little free libraries. Nationwide they can be found in everything from fridges to bus stops and little red cupboards.
Please send a picture and short description of your library. Do not forget to tell us where it is.
nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz
River-stone markers are the perfect way to identify your freshly planted seeds and seedlings, while adding a decorative touch to your vegetable garden. Use a range of Resene testpot colours to suit the produce you have growing.
Find out how to create your own.
January marks the start of a major upgrade of the Paraparaumu stormwater network. We’re installing a larger stormwater pipe in stages from Iver Trask Place to part way along Amohia Street. This is part of our plan to reduce flooding in the Amohia and Ruahine street catchment areas, and help … View moreJanuary marks the start of a major upgrade of the Paraparaumu stormwater network. We’re installing a larger stormwater pipe in stages from Iver Trask Place to part way along Amohia Street. This is part of our plan to reduce flooding in the Amohia and Ruahine street catchment areas, and help prepare our district to live with more water due to climate change.
Beginning in Iver Trask Place, work will progress from the Wharemaukū Stream outfall to Rimu Road, then along towards Kāpiti Road and Amohia Street.
Traffic management will be in place around the work area. For more information, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
A new year is like a blank book, and the pen is in your hands. Be inspired! Join our new group and capture your memories, career story, or your family history in a supportive, fun environment. All you need is an open mind, a pen, and a notebook. Everything else is provided including morning tea.… View moreA new year is like a blank book, and the pen is in your hands. Be inspired! Join our new group and capture your memories, career story, or your family history in a supportive, fun environment. All you need is an open mind, a pen, and a notebook. Everything else is provided including morning tea.
• Commencing on Saturday 28th Jan (last workshop is on 25 Feb)
• Time: 10.30-1pm
• Cost: $20 per workshop (or $99 for the series of 5 workshops)
• Where: Paraparaumu Library meeting room
• Facilitator: Angela Robertson - Author, Speaker, Facilitator.
These workshops are very popular - Registrations are essential. Call Angela on 027 633 2821, or email Kiaora@angelarobertson.nz
As pictured. Back has some rips in it, but still hangs onto the frame.
Collect from Paraparaumu.
Start the new year with a nourishing Antipodes’ night cream moisturiser. Subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years and receive a FREE Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream worth $68. You’ll have until 22 January to take up this fantastic deal.
Antipodes is New … View moreStart the new year with a nourishing Antipodes’ night cream moisturiser. Subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years and receive a FREE Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream worth $68. You’ll have until 22 January to take up this fantastic deal.
Antipodes is New Zealand’s Scientific Green Beauty brand, enhancing global beauty rituals with plant-powered, results-driven skincare featuring the world’s purest ingredients. To take part in this offer use the code ANTIPODES at checkout.
The team at Stuff and NZ House & Garden
We're in for a great summer Kāpiti, which means our beaches will be busy.
Remember, driving on the beach is restricted to a few areas and for things like launching and retrieving boats. It's not a motorway out there, so please stick to the speed restrictions, and leave the motorbike … View moreWe're in for a great summer Kāpiti, which means our beaches will be busy.
Remember, driving on the beach is restricted to a few areas and for things like launching and retrieving boats. It's not a motorway out there, so please stick to the speed restrictions, and leave the motorbike at home!
It's important we all stick to the rules so everyone stays safe. Council staff have been out and about this summer to chat with beachgoers and, where necessary, issue tickets to drivers parked where they shouldn't be.
There's loads of information about our beaches and how to access them without a car – including the nearly 100 pedestrian access ways along the coast – on our website.
Visit kapiticoast.govt.nz/beaches to find out more.
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