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Suggestions for an inclusive church for myself and my grandchildren (if they want to come along) preferably local but will travel Kapiti region. Have attended church services before for a number of years in Nelson, varying denominations.
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"If you hear that a mountain has got up and walked, believe it. If you hear that someone has changed their character, believe it not."
Sufi proverb
Cheers - MIke
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Police are seeking assistance to locate Paul Rimene, who has a warrant for his arrest.
He has numerous gang associates across Wellington District, including in the Wairarapa.
Rimene is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
Any sightings should be reported to Police on 111.
… View morePolice are seeking assistance to locate Paul Rimene, who has a warrant for his arrest.
He has numerous gang associates across Wellington District, including in the Wairarapa.
Rimene is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
Any sightings should be reported to Police on 111.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it… View moreTony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”
Click below to read their full story.
Another fine Tuesday so make the most of it by coming down and supporting the stallholders at the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Plants & Seedlings, … View moreAnother fine Tuesday so make the most of it by coming down and supporting the stallholders at the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Plants & Seedlings, 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
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9 Mays St, Devonport. Built 1908 by Selwyn Mays, son of Oliver Mays. Selwyn was a Chief Crown Prosecutor and younger brother of my Grandfather, Howard Mays (see tomorrow's "Special Villa"). The street was known then as Grey St but was renamed after the Mays brothers who were … View more9 Mays St, Devonport. Built 1908 by Selwyn Mays, son of Oliver Mays. Selwyn was a Chief Crown Prosecutor and younger brother of my Grandfather, Howard Mays (see tomorrow's "Special Villa"). The street was known then as Grey St but was renamed after the Mays brothers who were well-known identities in Devonport The house was owned from 1926 to 1985 by the Mason family who were related by marriage to the Mays family.
Classic features of the villa include a distinctive filigreed facade and upper and lower balustraded veranda with cast iron decorations. The tower was built by the present (2007) owners but something similar had apparently had been planned by Selwyn. (photographs by Paul Knight.) Purely by coincidence, Helen and Catherine Knight, daughters of my Father's brother Denis, each lived here while they were at university, not knowing anything of the admittedly indirect family connection. About 1926, Selwyn dived off the Devonport wharf to rescue a drunk and scraped his arm on barnacles under the wharf lavatory. He almost died from the resulting septicaemia and, unable to make a full recovery, his career ended.
It's Christmas time and we love to celebrate! Please join us for afternoon tea, Christmas carols and a story (which is a play!)
The service will be led by our Minister, Rev. Anna Gilkison.
Afternoon tea served from 2.45 pm. (We start before 3 pm so the children from kindergarten can join… View moreIt's Christmas time and we love to celebrate! Please join us for afternoon tea, Christmas carols and a story (which is a play!)
The service will be led by our Minister, Rev. Anna Gilkison.
Afternoon tea served from 2.45 pm. (We start before 3 pm so the children from kindergarten can join us after they finish their session).
Carols and story at 3.20 pm.
Free event. All ages welcome.
10 Weka Road, Raumati Beach.
www.kup.org.nz...
Join us for an afternoon of Christmas carols and cake!
Everyone is invited to share in the joy of Christmas at this free event.
Our relaxed sing-along service will be held in the Church Hall, where we’ll gather around tables, enjoy cake, and sing much-loved carols accompanied by our … View moreJoin us for an afternoon of Christmas carols and cake!
Everyone is invited to share in the joy of Christmas at this free event.
Our relaxed sing-along service will be held in the Church Hall, where we’ll gather around tables, enjoy cake, and sing much-loved carols accompanied by our pianist.
If you’re unable to attend church on Sundays or during the Christmas season, this special afternoon service is just for you.
We’d love to celebrate Christmas with you!
Wall Print by P J Redoute - "Iris Samburina"
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“Van Gogh and Vino” paint and sip evening, Te Horo Community Hall fundraiser, Thursday 11th December, 7pm to 9pm, Te Horo Hall. Spaces filling up, limited to 20 people. Everything provided, just bring your favourite tipple for a fun night out.
Additional sessions are planned for the … View more“Van Gogh and Vino” paint and sip evening, Te Horo Community Hall fundraiser, Thursday 11th December, 7pm to 9pm, Te Horo Hall. Spaces filling up, limited to 20 people. Everything provided, just bring your favourite tipple for a fun night out.
Additional sessions are planned for the following week, now to be held at the Hall also.
Message for further info or scan the QR code for info and sign up details.
SPECIAL VILLA: 7 King Edward Pde, Devonport. ( I hope you don't find this story boring!)
My maternal great grandfather, Oliver Mays, arrived in NZ from Leicester on November 21, 1858. His wife and daughter arrived in 1860 and they lived at 7 King Edward Parade. The B&W photo was taken … View moreSPECIAL VILLA: 7 King Edward Pde, Devonport. ( I hope you don't find this story boring!)
My maternal great grandfather, Oliver Mays, arrived in NZ from Leicester on November 21, 1858. His wife and daughter arrived in 1860 and they lived at 7 King Edward Parade. The B&W photo was taken some time in the 1920s, the other photo I took in March 2011.
Apart from being headmaster at what is now Devonport School he contributed greatly to Devonport but the list of his contributions is too long to copy. The photos are of the first Mays family home in NZ. (2 other Mays homes built by Oliver's sons to follow.)
In the second photo the house (on the right) had been moved forward to make room for an apartment at the back.
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