Hokowhitu, Palmerston North

1669 days ago

Caccia Birch House History Tour

Caccia Birch House

Continuing the tour, the Nannestad room was named after the Nannestad family who built Caccia Birch House.

It used to be the drawing room, where ladies would take tea and entertain themselves with card games, embroidery and playing music.

The Nannestad room features a magnificent bay window … View more
Continuing the tour, the Nannestad room was named after the Nannestad family who built Caccia Birch House.

It used to be the drawing room, where ladies would take tea and entertain themselves with card games, embroidery and playing music.

The Nannestad room features a magnificent bay window overlooking the rose garden and Hokowhitu lagoon and a small conservatory leading out to the gardens.

It has recently been redecorated with beautiful wallpaper and dazzling chandelier - photos hardly do this stunning room justice!

Today, the Nannestad is one of Caccia Birch House’s most popular rooms, used for small meetings and very popular for wedding and cocktail functions.

1669 days ago

NZ Gardener's new issue is out now

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we … View moreWe are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we suggest five herbs to reduce anxiety and promote calmness; and visit a Taupo sanctuary full of art and alive with native birds and a wild and wonderful garden in Glenorchy. And since we've been gardening in isolation, Jack Hobbs talks to gardeners on the Chatham Islands about how they keep things growing, 650km from the nearest garden centre. Normally our subscribers get their copy before it goes on sale, of course, but things aren't quite normal right now so if your copy hasn't arrived yet, it should be with you very soon! We are so pleased to have a new issue of your favourite magazine for you, and I cannot wait to hear what you think. NZ Gardener has been informing and inspiring New Zealand gardeners for more than 75 years and we're incredibly grateful to our readers, especially our subscribers, because we couldn't do it without you. And by the way subscribing is easy and a much cheaper way to get your magazine each month! And would an NZ Gardener sub make a great Mother's Day gift this Sunday, you ask? I think we all know the answer to that! Jo

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1669 days ago

Fears for family in countries struggling to contain coronavirus

Reporter Manawatū Standard

Mōrena kiritata,

An American woman who settled in Foxton Beach traveled back to the US to support her family amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Within weeks of her return, two cousins died from coronavirus, and last week she lost an aunt. Two other family members have tested positive for the virus and… View more
Mōrena kiritata,

An American woman who settled in Foxton Beach traveled back to the US to support her family amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Within weeks of her return, two cousins died from coronavirus, and last week she lost an aunt. Two other family members have tested positive for the virus and been quarantined.

Many Kiwis and New Zealand settlers have family living overseas.

Where's your family? Who are you most concerned about?

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1670 days ago

Property maintenance business viability

Ricky from Highbury - Westbrook

A very Good morning my neighbours'... and I hope everyone's day is going as well as expected.
So very good to see a bit of sun, to dry out our slightly dampish region a little.... until the next frontal system lays more of the same on us all. Winter!.... not exactly my favourite season … View more
A very Good morning my neighbours'... and I hope everyone's day is going as well as expected.
So very good to see a bit of sun, to dry out our slightly dampish region a little.... until the next frontal system lays more of the same on us all. Winter!.... not exactly my favourite season of the year but however in certain circumstances I guess it serves it's purpose...
OK!!....now that I have relayed a partial ...and probably mostly useless weather screenshot....I would like now to once again ask the community again for their intrest or opinions in regards to the possibility of a property maintenance team being established in our community as a full time business.......
Simply putting it.....does anybody want or need a professional, friendly, reliable, cost effective gardening and lawn mowing service...with a very broad range of handyman skills attached if required.....
easy as!!!. Mobile number: 0236472576.
Give me a call anytime.....well....mostly any time and we can meet, discuss and if you're happy enough quote the job all in one hit where possible.
Thankyou neighbors....your feedback and or descriptions of prospective work would be greatly appreciated.
And I will see what I can do about getting satisfaction back to the customer.😊

1699 days ago

Kittens

Paris from Palmerston North Central

Hey, does anyone have any grey female kittens for sale after lockdown? I’m after two of them ☺️

1670 days ago

7 Ways To Make Maths Fun

NumberWorks'nWords Palmerston North

When children discover fun in Maths, they learn the building blocks to think critically to solve any problem. We all know that maths underpins our everyday lives … be it when scoring a sports game, baking a cake or counting down the weeks, days or even hours until the end of the school year! Here… View moreWhen children discover fun in Maths, they learn the building blocks to think critically to solve any problem. We all know that maths underpins our everyday lives … be it when scoring a sports game, baking a cake or counting down the weeks, days or even hours until the end of the school year! Here are 7 creative ways to thread maths into your child’s day to day activities, to spark a love of numbers:
Head over to our blog.

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1670 days ago

Poll: Have you had a courier parcel go missing?

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not… View more
Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not been an issue. If you would like to add detail or comment, please email me. Thank you.

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Have you had a courier parcel go missing?
  • 16.1% Yes, parcel not found
    16.1% Complete
  • 83.9% No, all parcels accounted for
    83.9% Complete
1474 votes
1671 days ago

A little look behind the scenes...

New World

The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us all how quickly life can change. For many New Zealanders, this has meant job losses or significant pay cuts – and the family pantry suddenly empty.

For the past two months, there’s been a huge demand for food parcels from local charities around the … View more
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us all how quickly life can change. For many New Zealanders, this has meant job losses or significant pay cuts – and the family pantry suddenly empty.

For the past two months, there’s been a huge demand for food parcels from local charities around the country. Find out what we’ve been doing behind the scenes to support these charities who are helping New Zealanders get back on their feet.

(PS – we want to say a special ‘thank you’ to all of you who have made a donation at your local store. Your generous support is helping keep New Zealanders fed.)
Take a look behind the scenes

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1671 days ago

Know the signs of a stroke

Stroke Foundation

During this time of COVID-19, it’s important we remember the different signs of stroke and that stroke is always a medical emergency.

One New Zealander every hour experiences stroke. But if you think F.A.S.T. you could save someone’s life and give them the best chance of recovery.

F - … View more
During this time of COVID-19, it’s important we remember the different signs of stroke and that stroke is always a medical emergency.

One New Zealander every hour experiences stroke. But if you think F.A.S.T. you could save someone’s life and give them the best chance of recovery.

F - Face - Is it drooping on one side?
A - Arm - Is one arm weak?
S - Speech - Is it mixed up, slurred or lost?
T - Take Action - Call 111 immediately.

Think F.A.S.T., act fast, and keep looking out for each other.

Thank you, from the Stroke Foundation of New Zealand.
Learn more

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1671 days ago

Send a Level 3 Love Letter to someone you miss

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighhours,

It's been a tough last few weeks, right? When life gets hard and the world gets scary, it's our loved ones we turn to for support.

But this extraordinary coronavirus pandemic is different. Many of us can't see our most special friends and whānau because we want to … View more
Hi Neighhours,

It's been a tough last few weeks, right? When life gets hard and the world gets scary, it's our loved ones we turn to for support.

But this extraordinary coronavirus pandemic is different. Many of us can't see our most special friends and whānau because we want to keep them safe, and we want to get through this as a nation by following social distancing and Covid-19 Alert Level 3 rules.

While thousands of people are returning to work, visiting friends and family outside of your bubble may still be off the cards for some time longer.

Do you have a message for someone you can't see in person? A shout out to a sibling or best friend? A much-loved and missed grandparent? A new baby you need to virtually cuddle?

Level 3 Love Letters is an opportunity to share a video message for a loved one on Stuff.

You can upload your video here so we can share it with them and New Zealand

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1681 days ago

Abandoned Cat

Gladys from Feilding

Jerry is a young male cat approx - - ten months old, beautifully marked, and neighbours abandoned him and I started to feed him, He needs a new home of his own, without dogs or other male cats, abit shy but very gentle with my kittens and babysits them. I am not supposed to have pets and house … View moreJerry is a young male cat approx - - ten months old, beautifully marked, and neighbours abandoned him and I started to feed him, He needs a new home of his own, without dogs or other male cats, abit shy but very gentle with my kittens and babysits them. I am not supposed to have pets and house inspection coming up soon. so the cats need to go to good home. please
call Gladys phone 063239965

1671 days ago

Trading in Level 3!

Owner from Arrosta Coffee Limited

During these strange and uncertain times, it is more important than ever to support local. We are unbelievably grateful for the support we have received from the community since opening for contactless services in level three! Thank you to everyone for shopping local and allowing us to continue … View moreDuring these strange and uncertain times, it is more important than ever to support local. We are unbelievably grateful for the support we have received from the community since opening for contactless services in level three! Thank you to everyone for shopping local and allowing us to continue doing what we love - COFFEE!

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1672 days ago

A great time to cook something new!

EASIE Living

Hi friends! We hope you're finding a way to enjoy this different pace of life we're living at the moment!

Our team is still busy filling orders but in our down time we're loving getting stuck in to cooking new recipes in our kitchens.

Head to our website for a delicious slow … View more
Hi friends! We hope you're finding a way to enjoy this different pace of life we're living at the moment!

Our team is still busy filling orders but in our down time we're loving getting stuck in to cooking new recipes in our kitchens.

Head to our website for a delicious slow cooker chicken recipe by Kelly! And while you're there, check out our great range of kitchen aids to make cooking at home so much easier. Don't forget you can order from our full range of products during Level 3!

Stay safe! Kelly, Lesley and Demelsa - the EASIE Living team.
Find out more

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1672 days ago

Whanganui retirees, here's your change!

Presbyterian Support Central

A gorgeous one-bedroom villa has just become available at Abingdon Retirement Village in Oakland avenue, St Johns Hill.

Set amongst sunny gardens and surround the historic Abingdon House, the villages' community centre, you can socialise and get to know your new neighbours in comfort and … View more
A gorgeous one-bedroom villa has just become available at Abingdon Retirement Village in Oakland avenue, St Johns Hill.

Set amongst sunny gardens and surround the historic Abingdon House, the villages' community centre, you can socialise and get to know your new neighbours in comfort and style.

A move to Abingdon Village means you can enjoy an independent lifestyle in a safe and friendly community - all with peace of mind knowing help is on hand if needed.
Find out more

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1674 days ago

Sausage roll recipe

Kaye from The Taxhelper - Accountant

Hi all,
Does anybody have a nice sausage roll recipe they can send me. I have tried a few online ones but not sure what I am doing wrong. My pastry turns out wonderful but my sausage mix doesn't. I have tried adding mince, rice but still quite rubbery.
Please help.

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