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When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.
Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.
*some conditions apply
We're looking to get the disaster area that is our back garden, re-done with artificial grass. Which products / companies have you used and how long has it lasted?
This week an image from Rosa Marie.
"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to … View moreThis week an image from Rosa Marie.
"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to get decent photos of but it was a bonus today seeing one on a post in the driving range car park!
I have also spent some time watching the pesky blackbirds and waxeyes munch their way through the grapes on the grapevine."
This two-bedroom home offers a warm and sunny living space, complete with a heat pump. With onsite parking and plenty of street parking available. In very close proximity to a bus stop.
Rent:
$550 per week, or,
$580 per week including lawn management.
Availability:
This property is in high … View moreThis two-bedroom home offers a warm and sunny living space, complete with a heat pump. With onsite parking and plenty of street parking available. In very close proximity to a bus stop.
Rent:
$550 per week, or,
$580 per week including lawn management.
Availability:
This property is in high demand, and I have already started conducting viewings. If you're interested, please contact me as soon as possible to secure your spot.
027 857 1583
Bond: equivalent to 4 weeks' rent - negotiable.
No smoking.
Pets negotiable.
Please note that utilities (water, electricity, etc) are not included in the rent and are the responsibility of the tenant.
Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do!
Hand held vacuum new , these sell for over $100 , just want the space it’s occupying, for quick sale $45 .
We are looking for new members for our mens group. We meet in Otaki every fortnight on a tuesday at 7pm. We offer support and discussion about mens issues, relationships, addictions, family of origon issues and many more topics. If you are interested and want to learn more contact Brendan … View moreWe are looking for new members for our mens group. We meet in Otaki every fortnight on a tuesday at 7pm. We offer support and discussion about mens issues, relationships, addictions, family of origon issues and many more topics. If you are interested and want to learn more contact Brendan (06)3648205 in the evening and leave a message if I am not home. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Good quality bike rack for sale, has had very little use. Comes with Allan key supplied with rack when purchased. It can be picked up from Raumati Beach.
Peter Scott Mob: 021 870 948
Heading into a cooler wetter time of year its time to think about those garden projects, so if needing native plants, please contact us and make an appointment to view!
We have a wide range available at all sorts of sizes.
Some of our 5cm pot seedling specials...
Phormium Tenax seedlings - 5cm… View moreHeading into a cooler wetter time of year its time to think about those garden projects, so if needing native plants, please contact us and make an appointment to view!
We have a wide range available at all sorts of sizes.
Some of our 5cm pot seedling specials...
Phormium Tenax seedlings - 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20
Ake Ake Seedlings - 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20
Griselinia littoralis (Kapuka) - 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20 (Ideal for hedging)
Cabbage Trees, (cordyline australis) 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20
Manuka: 5cm Pots $2.50 ea or 10 for $20
Some of the other plants we have in stock - Lemonwood, Ngaio, Kanuka, Manuka (standard white, red, and burgundy flowering trees in stock), Toe toe (dwarf and full size), Dwarf flaxes, Nikau Palms, Poa Cita, Renga Renga, various Carex, coastal Kowhai, Kahikatea, Kauri
Want something else in natives..please ask.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting to view the above!
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Please phone to arrange a visit: 0274 933 626 (Appointment required, most days we are around so let us know)
Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
We would love for you to join us at our Friday night opening, or over the Saturday/Sunday of the event, to view our latest work. See poster for details.
Contact Neil to enquire further
02102451499
Citizens Advice Kapiti volunteers are delighted to have our community lawyers from the first Tuesday in the month, starting Tuesday 6th June at 10am. Please ring 04 237 6811 if you would like a face-to-face appointment.
It is not Friday but this image and words from Louise Thomas is too good to ignore.
"Wallace resented being called a cattle egret, he'd never stood on the back of a cow in his life. He was an inner city sports field bird, and preferred his worms with a hint of petroleum and sprinkled … View moreIt is not Friday but this image and words from Louise Thomas is too good to ignore.
"Wallace resented being called a cattle egret, he'd never stood on the back of a cow in his life. He was an inner city sports field bird, and preferred his worms with a hint of petroleum and sprinkled with NPK fertiliser. Cattle egret (Bubulcus ibis), Wellington College No 1 field on Sunday. Bird #43 in 2023."
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View moreAnti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.
Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.
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