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The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
All proceeds go … View moreThe Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
All proceeds go to local charities including the Life Flight Trust.
Chewie the rabbit.
"I came into SPCA with a damaged eye beyond repair. The wonderful vet team couldn't save it, so I had an operation to have it removed. It hasn't slowed me down at all, you just have to be aware that I can’t see you approaching me so please don't startle me.… View moreChewie the rabbit.
"I came into SPCA with a damaged eye beyond repair. The wonderful vet team couldn't save it, so I had an operation to have it removed. It hasn't slowed me down at all, you just have to be aware that I can’t see you approaching me so please don't startle me.
I would love to be a single indoor bunny where I get all the human attention. I am a clean boy and will go into my large litter tray for toileting. I love gentle pats on my head and sometimes come up to you for treats. I regularly binkie around super fast, and when I'm tired I do bunny flops as I am a happy boy.
I love space and the outdoors so I will need a large grassy area with a weatherproof hutch for outside during the day. My indoor area must be big enough for me to spend the day and night comfortably. My caregivers ask that rabbits always come inside at night, to be part of the family and to keep me safe. I could go to a home with friendly cats as I've met some before."
Peter Williams reports a natural cream that supports his joints and helps to keep him active.
“When I get up in the morning, I want to know that my joints are healthy, flexible and ready for the day.”
“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural, fast … View morePeter Williams reports a natural cream that supports his joints and helps to keep him active.
“When I get up in the morning, I want to know that my joints are healthy, flexible and ready for the day.”
“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural, fast acting and long lasting. It has become NZ’s #1 fastest growing topical joint and muscle support cream and I can see why.”
“Ask for Koru Nutrition’s Koru FX cream next time you’re in the pharmacy and try it for yourself.”
I am a Pet Sitter with over 20 years experience. I have looked after many different pets ranging from dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish and chickens. I provide feeding and care for your loved pets in their own home twice a day. I am also taking bookings for the Christmas and New Year period now. … View moreI am a Pet Sitter with over 20 years experience. I have looked after many different pets ranging from dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish and chickens. I provide feeding and care for your loved pets in their own home twice a day. I am also taking bookings for the Christmas and New Year period now. Please contact Natasha.
I have lavender plants for sale that are not flowering yet but they have a beautiful blue flower. They have well established roots for planting out. They make a very attractive border, bloom all summer and keep the mosquitoes away. Please contact me if you are interested, thanks Natasha.
Teresa Reynolds is the proud owner of Meowmeow.
"Meowmeow of Wainuiomata. She loves to be in on the action."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
Every day, in neighbourhoods across New Zealand, 1 in 5 Kiwi kids are missing out on the essentials and opportunities they need to thrive.
Hundreds of children are waiting to be connected with a sponsor. For just $50 a month, you can make a meaningful difference by giving a child access to … View moreEvery day, in neighbourhoods across New Zealand, 1 in 5 Kiwi kids are missing out on the essentials and opportunities they need to thrive.
Hundreds of children are waiting to be connected with a sponsor. For just $50 a month, you can make a meaningful difference by giving a child access to essentials like clothing, bedding, shoes and stationery, as well as the opportunity to attend school trips. Become a Kiwi Kid Sponsor and change a child's life today.
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
All proceeds go … View moreThe Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
All proceeds go to local charities including the Life Flight Trust.
Come and enjoy the gorgeous spring rose display at Otaki's renowned heritage rose gardens. $5 entry fee. Tea/coffee/baking available for purchase. Rose plants for sale. Hope to see you there.
Trinity Rose Gardens, 202 Waitohu Valley Road, Otaki
10 - 4 Saturdays and Sundays, Labour Day and … View moreCome and enjoy the gorgeous spring rose display at Otaki's renowned heritage rose gardens. $5 entry fee. Tea/coffee/baking available for purchase. Rose plants for sale. Hope to see you there.
Trinity Rose Gardens, 202 Waitohu Valley Road, Otaki
10 - 4 Saturdays and Sundays, Labour Day and Waitangi Day. At other times by arrangement.
Make sure you tune in to 104.7FM this Sunday morning for Focus on Arts - It's co-host Janet Bayly's time to be in the studio in Waikanae and this week she's accompanied by two of the artists you can see on this years Kapiti Arts Trail 2021 - Janet picutred here with Jaki Marston … View moreMake sure you tune in to 104.7FM this Sunday morning for Focus on Arts - It's co-host Janet Bayly's time to be in the studio in Waikanae and this week she's accompanied by two of the artists you can see on this years Kapiti Arts Trail 2021 - Janet picutred here with Jaki Marston (No.23 in the guide) and Tania Dally (No.19 in the guide). Make sure you visit one of the Kapiti Coast District Libraries or service centres to get your copy of the guide and then you can work a plan of attack!
This show is also available as a podcast on our website from this weekend, just google Coast ACCESS Radio 104.7FM to learn more!
Labour Weekend is the traditional time for planting tomatoes. We think it is still a bit early to be planting outdoors as the ground temperature has not warmed up sufficiently and the weather is pretty variable. However, you can get your plants off to a great start in a pot in a sunny spot for a … View moreLabour Weekend is the traditional time for planting tomatoes. We think it is still a bit early to be planting outdoors as the ground temperature has not warmed up sufficiently and the weather is pretty variable. However, you can get your plants off to a great start in a pot in a sunny spot for a couple more weeks. They'll thank you for the tlc!
Zucchini, beans and snow peas can be planted straight away. Capsicum and chilli still a couple of weeks away. So come on down to the Waikanae Market on Saturday morning or Otaki on Sunday and see what we have this week.
Who can resist a treasure chest? Make this little gem for storing your own jewellery, or as a gift for someone special in your life. Decorate your chest with your favourite Resene colours.
Find out how to create your own.
In 2021, Competenz has seen an average of 3,300 monthly visits to the Job Board on our website, with between 100 - 300 prospective candidates reading each job opportunity.
Listing an opportunity on our Job Board is free for employers, and at any one time, we have around 400 learners who are … View moreIn 2021, Competenz has seen an average of 3,300 monthly visits to the Job Board on our website, with between 100 - 300 prospective candidates reading each job opportunity.
Listing an opportunity on our Job Board is free for employers, and at any one time, we have around 400 learners who are job-ready, looking for the right opportunity.
Thinking of taking on an apprentice? Check out our free recruitment service.
If Earth is to be saved, Governments, politicians, and individuals will have to change many of their established beliefs and behaviours. At present Governments and individuals worldwide are wasting their time and resources dealing with the symptoms; not the actual disease. We need to accept the … View moreIf Earth is to be saved, Governments, politicians, and individuals will have to change many of their established beliefs and behaviours. At present Governments and individuals worldwide are wasting their time and resources dealing with the symptoms; not the actual disease. We need to accept the inconvenient truth, that there are far too many of us for our planet to sustain. Our unrestricted population growth is the real problem. There is a general consensus among experts, that the maximum human population that Earth can sustain, without any further degradation of our environment, and further extinction of other species is somewhere between 500 Million and 2 Billion. We are already closing in on 8 Billion with future estimated growth this century to 12 Billion.
Some beliefs and behaviours that will have to become extinct:
1. The belief that continued growth is essential, and that any and all growth, including population growth is good. Earth desperately needs a huge population reduction. Having more than 1 child is a crime against our environment and planet.
2. The belief that an individual or country's consumption, of far more than their fair share of Earth's limited or finite resources, should depend only upon their ability to pay: not upon any consideration of the morality of their choices, or the damage to our environment. We need more cooperation and sharing, not more competition for resources. We cannot keep on allowing conspicuous, unnecessary consumption by the wealthy, like private jets, private yachts, and fossil-fueled international travel and tourism limited only by the ability to pay. The race to space tourism, unnecessary fossil-fueled driving, motor sport, and boy racers are all crimes against our environment. Regulation and rationing of individual entitlements will , in time, be seen as essential to save our planet.
3. We will have to ban nearly all plastics and artificial textiles. Plastics, and their offspring microplastics particles are invading and damaging our environment, our food chains, and our bodies. Fashion is another crime against our planet.
I fear that human nature will not allow us to change our beliefs, and sense of entitlement to more than our fair share, and we will not be able to reduce our global overpopulation and overconsumption of resources in time to save our environment and planet. If that is so, in time, nature will do it for us the way it always has, by wars over resources, famines, and pandemics.
All batches and all dates of Seasoned Seaweed Salad/Goma Wakame is being recalled by selected Four Square, New World and Pak'n Save supermarkets due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (soy). Soy sauce which contains soy is missing from the ingredient list. People with a soy allergy … View moreAll batches and all dates of Seasoned Seaweed Salad/Goma Wakame is being recalled by selected Four Square, New World and Pak'n Save supermarkets due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (soy). Soy sauce which contains soy is missing from the ingredient list. People with a soy allergy should not consume this product. If you are not allergic to soy, this recall does not affect you.
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