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This is Te kaieke tohorā, a Māori translation of Witi Ihimaera's novel The whale rider by Timoti Karetu. The cover shows Paikea, a young East Coast girl, riding a stylised whale. Her ancestor, Paikea, originally named Kahutiaterangi, was a man of high birth. Kahutiaterangi's … View moreThis is Te kaieke tohorā, a Māori translation of Witi Ihimaera's novel The whale rider by Timoti Karetu. The cover shows Paikea, a young East Coast girl, riding a stylised whale. Her ancestor, Paikea, originally named Kahutiaterangi, was a man of high birth. Kahutiaterangi's half-brother Ruatapu had a slave mother, so was deemed to be of low birth. In a rage about his lesser mana Ruatapu tried to drown Paikea – however he was rescued by a whale.
FIRST UP: This month's Day Meeting is on the 13 August from 10.00 a.m till midday with the topic of "The Role of Social History in Family Research."
Gold coin Koha appreciated for this meeting.
SECOND MEETING: is the evening meeting on the 22 August starting at 7.30 p.m with … View moreFIRST UP: This month's Day Meeting is on the 13 August from 10.00 a.m till midday with the topic of "The Role of Social History in Family Research."
Gold coin Koha appreciated for this meeting.
SECOND MEETING: is the evening meeting on the 22 August starting at 7.30 p.m with speaker Kevin Miles speaking "About his Irish Ancestors Coming to the West Coast of New Zealand to mine gold"
Both meetings are at the Dr Gertrude Atmore Supper Room, Memorial Hall, Main St, Otaki
By Dan Jones good condition. On top 20 list at paper plus for $26.99. The story of how the world we know today came to be built.
The days are long but the years are short ... her epiphany led to dedicating a year to her personal happiness project. It's compelling reading ...
As new condition. By celebrated author Jordan matter author of new york times best seller "dancers among us".
2 free wall lights. Replaced ours so these are good to go. E27 lamp holders. Message me if interested. Pickup in Waikanae. Cheers
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
From the giants of the forest to grasses and flaxes, Harakeke (Phormium Tenax), Phormium Cookianum, Emerald dwarf Tenax, Carex...
Trees such as Lemonwood, Matai, Nikau Palms, … View moreFAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
From the giants of the forest to grasses and flaxes, Harakeke (Phormium Tenax), Phormium Cookianum, Emerald dwarf Tenax, Carex...
Trees such as Lemonwood, Matai, Nikau Palms, Puka, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Griselinia, , Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Ngaio, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, etc etc.
If needing native plants and want to view our range, please phone to arrange a time to visit:
0274 933 626
(Appointment required - We are around most days so let us know)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz............
Have a particular native in mind or have a question, please message or phone me...
The Round Tuit Group
If you have any projects that are waiting till you get " round to it" or if you would like to start a new project, then come & join our group. We are a small, creative, friendly group and we always have a variety of projects on the go. We meet on the 1st, 3rd … View moreThe Round Tuit Group
If you have any projects that are waiting till you get " round to it" or if you would like to start a new project, then come & join our group. We are a small, creative, friendly group and we always have a variety of projects on the go. We meet on the 1st, 3rd & 4th Wednesday of each month 10am- 3pm & 2nd Wednesday 10am-1pm, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). All welcome!
Contact Karen 021 139 3955
August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.
When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View moreAugust 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.
When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.
Click read more for the full story.
WHERE:= Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St, Waiksnae Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 11 August 10am - 1pm
The Heat Pumps will be on, the Hall will be nice and warm, so why not enjoy a Sunday Family day out on the Kapiti Coast and visit this great Community Market which has highly talented … View moreWHERE:= Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St, Waiksnae Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 11 August 10am - 1pm
The Heat Pumps will be on, the Hall will be nice and warm, so why not enjoy a Sunday Family day out on the Kapiti Coast and visit this great Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and gifts including:
- Red Van - Plants & Seedlings and Fresh Flowers
- Jaylons Bakery - Yummy baking treats, Biscuits, Loaves including Keto and; Gluten Free items
- Perrott Fish - Hand made Crochet Toys for the Children
- This Little Kiwi - Sauces, Dressings, Prenzel Products and Beverages etc.
- Preserves
- Beautiful Jewellery
- Painted Tiles
- Award winning locally grown Olive Oil
- Meet the Local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure Books
- Sewing Craft - lots of choices including different styled bags, scarves, aprons etc
- Dolls Clothes and Children's Dress Ups
- Local yummy Natural Honey
- Garden Art including Mosaic items
- A wide variety of Homewares including hand made quilts, pillow cases and cushions etc
- Bowel Cancer Fund Raiser
- Junk for joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and hand made items including lots of great Gift ideas
- Much much more.
Why not escape the house, visit the market, pick up a bargain or a gift, then enjoy the rest of the day at other events and attractions including maybe a visit to one of our awesome local cafes.
Meet up with friends and enjoy an outing at this great friendly Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!
When you get The Digger Man on the job you aren't getting just his trucks and diggers your also getting his 30 years of industry experience .Why settle for just his excellent machinery when you can have his expertise too. No Matter what needs doing excavating, digging for landscaping then … View moreWhen you get The Digger Man on the job you aren't getting just his trucks and diggers your also getting his 30 years of industry experience .Why settle for just his excellent machinery when you can have his expertise too. No Matter what needs doing excavating, digging for landscaping then Digger Man is here to help you. Too get the Digger man for your next job call 0272696127.
It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.
Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?
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