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A clean flat contoured street front section of 654 Sq.M. fenced on three sides. Situated in an established quiet neighbourhood handy to schools and other amenities. All services ready to hook up. Your chance to build a dwelling or two, relocate a house or land bank for future use.
Enquiries … View moreA clean flat contoured street front section of 654 Sq.M. fenced on three sides. Situated in an established quiet neighbourhood handy to schools and other amenities. All services ready to hook up. Your chance to build a dwelling or two, relocate a house or land bank for future use.
Enquiries please contact: Simon 022 134 1009
Air fryers have surged in popularity in recent years, with their uses expanding well beyond chips — from cooking meats to baking desserts.
Do you think the air fryer could ever replace the traditional oven?
It's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi … View moreIt's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi song that you still absolutely love?
We are looking for an EMPTY BEEFEATER GIN BOTTLE.
Need the label to be in good condition
It's a high-stakes clash that's more than just a game. It's our Game for Good, supporting our Charity Partner, Life Flight - in association with DeliverEasy
The Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 … View moreThe Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 workers in traditionally female-dominated roles like teachers and support workers.
Do you support this new change?
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St, Waikanae Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 11 May
Time:- 10am -1pm
Celebrate Mother's Day by taking Mum for an enjoyable day out in Kapiti and include a visit to this great Community Market where you will discover handmade treasures and local … View moreWHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St, Waikanae Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 11 May
Time:- 10am -1pm
Celebrate Mother's Day by taking Mum for an enjoyable day out in Kapiti and include a visit to this great Community Market where you will discover handmade treasures and local creativity by highly talented stallholders where every piece tells a story.
You will find a huge variety of quality items and gifts along with Plants, Natural Honey, Garden Art, Woodwork, Art, jewellery, Hand made quality Quilts, up-cycled and re-purposed items and lots lots more.
Bring the kids along so they can meet local author Michael Peryer and view his latest Children's Adventure books. Buy one and ask him to personally sign it. Amazing handmade Crochet Toys along with Children's Dress Ups and Dolls Clothes etc. also available.
Meet up with Family and Friends and enjoy a day out on the Kapiti Coast and visit this great friendly Community Market then spend the rest of the day at other events and attractions including a visit to our great cafes.
Don't miss it... support local!
Throughout the month, food and products across New Zealand get recalled for various reasons. Click on the blue title to read more about why the item has been recalled.
Food recalls:
Ārepa Brain drink
Imported whole frozen anchovies
New World Ravenswood cordon bleu
… View moreThroughout the month, food and products across New Zealand get recalled for various reasons. Click on the blue title to read more about why the item has been recalled.
Food recalls:
Ārepa Brain drink
Imported whole frozen anchovies
New World Ravenswood cordon bleu
Little Island hokey pokey coconut ice cream
Pams afghan oat baked bars
Product recalls:
Postie various baby merino clothing
Santa Cruz Heckler E-bike
PPG Paints Easycoat interior paint - sold at Bunnings
Tikiri dino teethers - sold at Sleep Store, Auckland Zoo, Mighty Ape and other retailers
North Face Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots
Anko wooden Fire truck - sold at Kmart
Panda Mart candle light
H&M children's pyjama sets
Didn't see last month's list of recalls? Click here to browse that list too.
Take the guesswork out of square foot growing with this simple homemade spacing guide, complete with Resene colour-coded holes for easy planting and a dibber to sow seeds at the desired depth. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Exclusive to Imagine Holidays, this extraordinary adventure captures the best of Australia by land, rail and sea. Begin with a 10-night full-board cruise to Australia, followed by a luxurious hotel stay in Adelaide.
You’ll then, step on board the iconic Ghan for a two-night, all-inclusive rail… View moreExclusive to Imagine Holidays, this extraordinary adventure captures the best of Australia by land, rail and sea. Begin with a 10-night full-board cruise to Australia, followed by a luxurious hotel stay in Adelaide.
You’ll then, step on board the iconic Ghan for a two-night, all-inclusive rail journey through Australia’s Red Centre. Your journey culminates with two nights in tropical Darwin, including a breathtaking Charles Darwin sunset cruise — the perfect finale to your outback exploration.
With all flights, taxes and transfers taken care of, this seamlessly curated holiday is the ultimate way to discover Australia in unrivalled style and comfort.
Make a real difference in someone’s life! Thumbs Up is looking for a volunteer support worker to help adults with intellectual disabilities thrive in their daily activities.
If you’re caring, patient and up for a rewarding experience, they’d love to hear from you.
Email … View moreMake a real difference in someone’s life! Thumbs Up is looking for a volunteer support worker to help adults with intellectual disabilities thrive in their daily activities.
If you’re caring, patient and up for a rewarding experience, they’d love to hear from you.
Email practicemanager@thumbsuptrust.org.nz to get involved!
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