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The competition to get your photo in the Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024, to be sold to raise funds for Mary Potter Hospice, is now open.
To submit a photo for consideration please join the "Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024" facebook group, and once accepted you can enter your photos and … View moreThe competition to get your photo in the Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024, to be sold to raise funds for Mary Potter Hospice, is now open.
To submit a photo for consideration please join the "Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024" facebook group, and once accepted you can enter your photos and view other entries. You can also enter by email.
Main Conditions:
Closing Date: Midnight 31 August 2023
Must be your own photo - no 3rd party entries
Landscape format and you must have a file that will print at A4
Must be at or about sunset
Must include Kāpiti Island and/or Kāpiti Coast
Maximum of 3 entries per person (but see also T&C number 10a).
Please read full Ts & Cs available on the facebook competition page or below.
If you're on facebook, enter via the Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024 facebook group:
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If you're not on facebook, email your entries to me at kapitisunsets@gmail.com
If you are emailing me entries, please pay special attention to amended T&C number 5a.
Terms & Conditions (subject to change)
1. The organisers of this event are Murray Short & Barney Shiels-Reddin.
2. The organisers’ decision is final.
3. All submitted photos must be your own work, i.e. you must own the copyright to the image. You cannot submit photos on behalf of third parties.
4. You, the photographer, will retain the copyright to the photo. However, by submitting the photo for consideration/competition to be included in the Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024 (hereafter called “the calendar”) you are agreeing to its use in the calendar free of charge and without any further financial reward. You are also agreeing to its use in any advertising or publicity materials for the calendar (in print or on-line), again, free of charge/without financial reward, even if the image is not selected for the calendar.
5. All photos must be in JPEG and landscape format. You must have an original file copy of at least 3500 pixels wide by 2500 pixels high. This approximates to A4 at 300 dpi, which is the size that the calendar will be printed. If your camera (or phone) is rated as 8.5 MP, or higher, your image should be large enough. Do not submit your full size file to this facebook submission page. facebook automatically crops to a maximum of about 1800 pixels wide. If your image is selected you will be asked to provide the full file version to the organisers.
5a (amended T&C) If you are submitting by email, please send either the original file (photo) from your camera or phone, or if you have edited it, your best quality version, preferably cropped to A4 dimensions at 300dpi. If you need technical assistance to do this, please contact me.
6. Photographs that appeared in the 2022 & 2023 Kāpiti Sunsets calendar are ineligible for this year’s competition but entries that didn’t make the final calendars are permissible.
7. “Brief” - All photos must be taken at or about sunset and must include at least a part of Kāpiti Island or be recognisably from or of Kāpiti Island or the Kāpiti Coast. Please keep filters and post production to a reasonable level. Images that have been modified to look like paintings will not be considered for the calendar. Colour images are preferred but black & white will be accepted. Recent photos are preferred, (e.g. within the past 3 years) but any age of photo is acceptable. Please include the date and place from which the photo was taken, as well as your contact details (on initial submission your facebook username is sufficient).
8. The closing date for submissions will be midnight on Thursday 31 August.
9. You may enter up to three photographs but only one per date taken.
10. Once you have submitted three images that have been accepted you cannot change them. (Tip: If you think you might get a winning shot in the last few days of August, hold one entry back for a deadline submission).
10a (amended T&C) Once you have submitted 3 images, you can add an additional 2 images provided they have been taken during August 2023.
11. There will only be a general category this year.
12. The organisers reserve the right to exclude any submission for any reason, for example (but not limited to), not including Kāpiti Island or the Kāpiti Coast, not being a sunset image, poor image quality, offensive material, political content, advertising material, etc. The most common reason for rejection over the past two years has been the image not being “landscape” mode. Although a brief statement of the reason for exclusion may be supplied, the organisers will not enter into any correspondence regarding unsuccessful submissions.
13. All eligible entries will be included on a new “open” facebook page and presented for “The People’s Choice” selection, to be determined by the most “likes”. This voting page will be open for a specified period of approximately 7 – 10 days and be will opened for voting within 7 days of the initial submission closing date. Voting will be “open”, i.e. you will not need to be a group member to vote.
14. The 12 calendar pages will (if possible) be from 12 different photographers. As the principal organiser, I am reserving one page for one of my photographs. The remaining 11 calendar pages will be the highest ranked photograph from the top 11 ranked photographers. In the unlikely event that there are insufficient photographs of sufficient quality to fill the calendar with 12 different photographers, the organiser reserves the right to select second or third photographs from the highest ranked photographer(s). The organisers also reserve the right to exercise a degree of editorial control to ensure that the calendar contains a variety of images rather than multiple submissions of the same “superlative” sunset.
15. The selected images will be included in the Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2023, along with a photo credit and a free copy of the calendar. No other prize is included in this competition/selection process.
16. The organisers reserve the right to make minor modifications to the selected images that they deem necessary (e.g. cropping to size for printing).
17. In the event of there being any issues not covered by these terms & conditions, T&Cs number 2 applies!
Brand Brokers Ltd is recalling The Gluten Free Food Co. brand Gluten Free Quick Mix Pizza Base due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (lupin). Customers are asked to check the date mark on the packaging. People with a lupin allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed any of… View moreBrand Brokers Ltd is recalling The Gluten Free Food Co. brand Gluten Free Quick Mix Pizza Base due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (lupin). Customers are asked to check the date mark on the packaging. People with a lupin allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed any of this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. If you are not allergic to lupin this recall does not affect you. Customers with a lupin allergy should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Transform a basic cabinet using four simple steps and Resene Enamacryl.
Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.
General purpose Robust Trailer. Has tie down hooks both sides. Has brackets for high sides. Drawbar lengths ,connection ball to deck.1.8m, & has double box section for extra strength. Trailer is constructed as follows. All steel frame & all zinc coated prior to deck being fitted deck … View moreGeneral purpose Robust Trailer. Has tie down hooks both sides. Has brackets for high sides. Drawbar lengths ,connection ball to deck.1.8m, & has double box section for extra strength. Trailer is constructed as follows. All steel frame & all zinc coated prior to deck being fitted deck base & front & back. Tailgate; plywood ,Sides timber .Front gate can be lifted out for transporting long timber etc. Tailgate folds down & can be removed. When replacing tailgate it is made easier with 3 offset hinges. Cubic capacity of deck 1.2cu m. Internal measurements of the deck length 2.520, Width 1.610. Height of Tailgates 300mm. Heavy duty tires. Trailer has mudguard front lights, rear indicator & break lights. If the paint coating was applied it would make the Trailer look more presentable, but would cover up what is underneath, zinc coating to steel etc Ideal Builders Trailer, Lifestyle Block use etc. Buyer must pick up from Waikanae. Phone: 0279063804
The leader of the National Party has announced a plan to ban cellphones from all classrooms to minimize distractions for students. The Labour party has commented that this is commonplace already and is a decision best left for individual schools. Do you think a ban should be enforced?
Kapiti Genealogy Evening Meeting
Thursday 22 August at 7.30 is Rodney King from Kilbirnie Branch speaking on Preserving Your History When You’ve Gone
Location: Coast Community Church, 57 Hinemoa St, Paraparaumu
Time 7.00 p.m
Free for members, $5 door charge for visitors
Kapiti … View moreKapiti Genealogy Evening Meeting
Thursday 22 August at 7.30 is Rodney King from Kilbirnie Branch speaking on Preserving Your History When You’ve Gone
Location: Coast Community Church, 57 Hinemoa St, Paraparaumu
Time 7.00 p.m
Free for members, $5 door charge for visitors
Kapiti Genealogy Day Meeting
Kapiti Genealogy Day Meeting meets on Wednesday 23 August.
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.
Topic: Fellowship and Research time
Location: Waikanae Baptist Church Cafe, 286 Te Moana Rd, Waikanae
Time: 1.30 - 4.00 p.m
Free for members, $5 door charge for visitors
Otaki Family History Society (Formerly Otaki Genealogy)
This months meeting is on Thursday 24 August at 7.30 with Nick Watson talking about “Five Generations of Singer Sewing Machines”
Location: Dr Gertrude Atmore Supper Room, Memorial Hall, Main St, Otaki
More on the flyer attached
Visitors Welcome
Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.
Send up to five… View moreTell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.
Send up to five high-resolution photos and explain why you wish to nominate a person or group to be the Ryman Healthcare 2023 Gardener of the Year. Email your entry to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Or post your nomination to 2023 Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Victoria St West, Auckland 1142.
Kia ora Kāpiti, a deeper look into the sinkhole discovered at Matthews Park last week has revealed more widespread damage. This means the impacted sports field will be closed for the foreseeable future while we plan and complete repairs.
The timing of any repair will depend on the option chosen… View moreKia ora Kāpiti, a deeper look into the sinkhole discovered at Matthews Park last week has revealed more widespread damage. This means the impacted sports field will be closed for the foreseeable future while we plan and complete repairs.
The timing of any repair will depend on the option chosen and ground conditions – we’ll need it to dry out before starting work. As suspected the issue is caused by the collapse of a disused stormwater pipe. Our teams are still assessing the extent of the damage but so far there are several areas along its line showing signs of dropping.
Until we can get things fixed:
⚠️ please steer clear of the area, which we’ve taped off – sinkholes can be unpredictable and prone to further collapse
⚠️ if you’re visiting the park, please follow the direction of our signage
⚠️ no bookings for this field will be accepted while it's closed.
Rocket Foods is recalling a specific batch of its Rocket Kitchen brand Chocolate and Passionfruit Dessert due to the presence of an undeclared allergen tree nuts (hazelnuts). Rocket Kitchen brand Kahlua and Hazelnut Dessert Cheesecake has been incorrectly packaged as Rocket Kitchen brand Chocolate … View moreRocket Foods is recalling a specific batch of its Rocket Kitchen brand Chocolate and Passionfruit Dessert due to the presence of an undeclared allergen tree nuts (hazelnuts). Rocket Kitchen brand Kahlua and Hazelnut Dessert Cheesecake has been incorrectly packaged as Rocket Kitchen brand Chocolate and Passionfruit Dessert. People with a tree nut (hazelnut) allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed any of this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Did you know that Kāpiti Coast District Libraries has Makin' Time sessions? If you're a tinkerer, inventor, or DIY enthusiast looking for the perfect space to bring your ideas to life, join us each Friday, 2.30–4.30pm at Paraparaumu Library. No booking needed!
Also on this week in … View moreDid you know that Kāpiti Coast District Libraries has Makin' Time sessions? If you're a tinkerer, inventor, or DIY enthusiast looking for the perfect space to bring your ideas to life, join us each Friday, 2.30–4.30pm at Paraparaumu Library. No booking needed!
Also on this week in our libraries:
🧩 Lego Club
🧒🏼 Tamariki Time
🐕 Reading to dogs.
To find out more about these library events and more, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
Synopsis:
A BBC RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB CHOICE 2019
'This is a novel of international significance. Courageous, provocative, haunting, it will open our eyes' Heather Morris, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz
In the midst of war, he found love
In the midst of darkness, he found … View moreSynopsis:
A BBC RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB CHOICE 2019
'This is a novel of international significance. Courageous, provocative, haunting, it will open our eyes' Heather Morris, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz
In the midst of war, he found love
In the midst of darkness, he found courage
In the midst of tragedy, he found hope
The Beekeeper of Aleppo
What will you find from his story?
Nuri is a beekeeper; his wife, Afra, an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo - until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war, they are forced to escape.
As Nuri and Afra travel through a broken world, they must confront not only the pain of their own unspeakable loss, but dangers that would overwhelm the bravest of souls. Above all - and perhaps this is the hardest thing they face - they must journey to find each other again.
Moving, powerful, compassionate and beautifully written, The Beekeeper of Aleppo is a testament to the triumph of the human spirit. Told with deceptive simplicity, it is the kind of book that reminds us of the power of storytelling.
'This book dips below the deafening headlines, and tells a true story with subtlety and power' Esther Freud
'This compelling tale had me gripped with its compassion, its sensual style and its onward and lively urge for resolution' Daljit Nagra
'Christy Lefteri has crafted a beautiful novel, intelligent, thoughtful; and relevant. I'm recommending this book to everyone I care about. So I'm recommending this book to you' Benjamin Zephaniah
Synopsis:
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2018
Shakespeare’s dark and tragic play retold in a heart-pounding New York Times bestselling thriller from the author of The Snowman and The Thirst.
Set in the 1970s in a run-down, rainy industrial town, Jo Nesbo's Macbeth centers around a … View moreSynopsis:
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2018
Shakespeare’s dark and tragic play retold in a heart-pounding New York Times bestselling thriller from the author of The Snowman and The Thirst.
Set in the 1970s in a run-down, rainy industrial town, Jo Nesbo's Macbeth centers around a police force struggling to shed an incessant drug problem. Duncan, chief of police, is idealistic and visionary, a dream to the townspeople but a nightmare for criminals. The drug trade is ruled by two drug lords, one of whom—a master of manipulation named Hecate—has connections with the highest in power, and plans to use them to get his way.
Hecate’s plot hinges on steadily, insidiously manipulating Inspector Macbeth: the head of SWAT and a man already susceptible to violent and paranoid tendencies. What follows is an unputdownable story of love and guilt, political ambition, and greed for more, exploring the darkest corners of human nature, and the aspirations of the criminal mind.
About the Author:
JO NESBO is a musician, songwriter, and economist, as well as a writer. His Harry Hole novels include The Snowman, The Leopard, and Phantom and he is the author of several stand-alone novels, including The Son, as well as the Doctor Proctor series of children's books. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Glass Key for best Nordic crime novel
Synopsis:
In the blustery final days of 2007, seven characters will reach an unexpected turning point: a hedge fund manager pulling off a trade, a professional football player recently arrived from Poland, a young lawyer with too much time on his hands, a student led astray by Islamist theory, a … View moreSynopsis:
In the blustery final days of 2007, seven characters will reach an unexpected turning point: a hedge fund manager pulling off a trade, a professional football player recently arrived from Poland, a young lawyer with too much time on his hands, a student led astray by Islamist theory, a hack book reviewer, a schoolboy hooked on pot and reality TV, and a Tube train driver whose Circle Line train joins these lives in a daily loop. And as the novel moves to its gripping climax, they are forced, one by one, to confront the new world they inhabit.
Panoramic and masterful, A Week in December melds moral heft and piercing wit, holding a mirror up to the complex patterns and crossings of modern urban life.
About the Author:
Sebastian Faulks worked as a journalist for fourteen years before taking up writing full-time in 1991. In 1995 he was voted Author of the Year by the British Book Awards for Birdsong. He is also the author of Human Traces, On Green Dolphin Street, Charlotte Gray, The Fatal Englishman, The Girl at the Lion d’Or, Engleby, and the James Bond novel Devil May Care. He lives in London with his wife and three children.
Synopsis:
World–renowned journalist John Pilger looks at five nations (Palestine, Diego Garcia, Afghanistan, Iraq, and South Africa) that have undergone long and painful struggles for freedom, yet are still waiting for its realization.
About the Author:
John Pilger is a world-renowned … View moreSynopsis:
World–renowned journalist John Pilger looks at five nations (Palestine, Diego Garcia, Afghanistan, Iraq, and South Africa) that have undergone long and painful struggles for freedom, yet are still waiting for its realization.
About the Author:
John Pilger is a world-renowned journalist, author and documentary filmmaker, who began his career in 1958 in his homeland, Australia, before moving to London in the 1960s.
He regards eye-witness as the essence of good journalism. He has been a foreign correspondent and a front-line war reporter, beginning with the Vietnam war in 1967. He is an impassioned critic of foreign military and economic adventures by Western governments.
"It is too easy," he says, "for Western journalists to see humanity in terms of its usefulness to 'our' interests and to follow government agendas that ordain good and bad tyrants, worthy and unworthy victims and present 'our' policies as always benign when the opposite is usually true. It's the journalist's job, first of all, to look in the mirror of his own society."
He believes a journalist also ought to be a guardian of the public memory and often quotes Milan Kundera: "The struggle of people against power is the struggle of memory against forgetting."
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