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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.
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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Level Dependant. If still in Level 2 the meeting will be cancelled
Can't make it to our monthly evening meetings?
Want a more informal gathering to share stories & research, ideas/gain tips?
Come along and meet the Daytime Crew.
Visitors welcome
Date Wednesday 27 October
Topic … View moreLevel Dependant. If still in Level 2 the meeting will be cancelled
Can't make it to our monthly evening meetings?
Want a more informal gathering to share stories & research, ideas/gain tips?
Come along and meet the Daytime Crew.
Visitors welcome
Date Wednesday 27 October
Topic News and updates from the evening meeting, plus Research time
Location Waikanae Baptist Church Cafe, 286 Te Moana Rd, Waikanae
Time 1.30 - 4.00 p.m Free for members, small door charge for visitors
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Entries are open for this year’s Sunday Star-Times short story awards.
The awards include open, emerging Māori and Pasifika writers, and under-25 years categories and will be judged by some of New Zealand’s best authors.
The winning story will be published in the Sunday Star-Times and … View moreEntries are open for this year’s Sunday Star-Times short story awards.
The awards include open, emerging Māori and Pasifika writers, and under-25 years categories and will be judged by some of New Zealand’s best authors.
The winning story will be published in the Sunday Star-Times and on Stuff. Entries close Friday 22 October.
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