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817 days ago

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

Information from Coast Access Radio 104.7FM

** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 4 - 6pm: "Drive Live" - with Tanya...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - An absolutely fabulous show, on every Friday night.
* Saturday 10am: "The Blue's Train" -… View more
** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 4 - 6pm: "Drive Live" - with Tanya...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - An absolutely fabulous show, on every Friday night.
* Saturday 10am: "The Blue's Train" - Join Ryan Gatling for an hour of very cool music, with some funky 70's stuff right here!
* Sat 1.30pm: "Aviation Past and Present" - John Skene talks with Graeme Joyes about Zeppelin's - NOT the Led variety...😉😎😉
* Sat 2pm: "NZ Music" - Todd Zaner joins you again for a special Margaret Urlich tribute show.
* Sat 7pm: "Joe's Jams" - Local lad Joe Shaw presents his music picks...
* Sat 8pm - 12am: "Rock back the clock" - with our groover, Dave Dee!
* Sunday 6.30am: "Factum Agri Show" - Bridging the urban-rural divide.
* Sun 7am: "Suzy & Friends" - Great entertainment to big kids and little kids.
* Sun 9am: "Children's Story" - with the lovely Vivienne Bailey.
* Sun 12.30pm: "Local Architecture Now" - see separate post.
* Sun 6pm: "Book reading" - Dr Angela Robertson reads from her 4th book, 'Creating Life on our own terms" - this time her subject is Maureen Taylor (repeats next Wednesday 7th Sept. at 3pm).
* Sun 8pm: "World Maritime Memories" - Wallace Trickett presents....history, sea-faring tales and more...
* Monday 10.30am: "Political Point of View" - Graham Priest talks to more local body election candidates.
* Mon 7pm: "HOT Topic" - THE FINAL SHOW!!! Whereby the mic is turned on the interviewer and Pete G (pictured) becomes the interviewee! Thanks for your mahi and effort Sir!

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817 days ago

Conversations

Information from Coast Access Radio 104.7FM

Due to popular demand, last week's episode of "Conversations" that played at 9am Sat. 27th Aug. with Sonja Matla and Rhys Mills from Nga Manu, will play again tomorrow at 9am - as starting Monday 5th September, it's Conservation week - so it's a Conservation Conversation - … View moreDue to popular demand, last week's episode of "Conversations" that played at 9am Sat. 27th Aug. with Sonja Matla and Rhys Mills from Nga Manu, will play again tomorrow at 9am - as starting Monday 5th September, it's Conservation week - so it's a Conservation Conversation - again! 😉

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817 days ago

Local Architecture Now

Information from Coast Access Radio 104.7FM

Rosalind Derby talks to Nick Mouat (pictured) from Athfield Architects on her next episode of "Local Architecture Now".
Tune in to 104.7FM this Sunday at 12.30pm (repeats Thursday 8th September at 5.30pm) or you can listen on our website live or as a podcast (available tomorrow … View more
Rosalind Derby talks to Nick Mouat (pictured) from Athfield Architects on her next episode of "Local Architecture Now".
Tune in to 104.7FM this Sunday at 12.30pm (repeats Thursday 8th September at 5.30pm) or you can listen on our website live or as a podcast (available tomorrow morning) under "Programmes" and then "Local Architecture Now".

Photo courtesy of Athfield Architects website.

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817 days ago

Mens Steelcap boots

Mel from Raumati South

Ex condition leather size 8 made in NZ $28 tel 027 2308-456

Price: $28

818 days ago

Paint a kid's balance bike

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kapiti

Update a balance bike with a colourful new look with Resene paints so that it can continue to be enjoyed for years to come!

Find out how to create your own.

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818 days ago

Let's talk about me! | The Musical

LTAM Partnership

If Flight of the Conchords and Mamma Mia had a baby, it would be this show!

Tickets are selling fast to this Kiwi musical comedy featuring the music of Andrew London in a story written by hit comedy playwright April Phillips. Andrew's clever and funny songs poke the borax at society's … View more
If Flight of the Conchords and Mamma Mia had a baby, it would be this show!

Tickets are selling fast to this Kiwi musical comedy featuring the music of Andrew London in a story written by hit comedy playwright April Phillips. Andrew's clever and funny songs poke the borax at society's attitudes, obsessions and taboos.

Don't miss out. 15 – 17 September at Te Raukura Ki Kāpiti, Coastlands Theatre, Paraparaumu.

Get your tickets now from Eventfinda.
Book now

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819 days ago

We Need To Up Our Game.

Mark from Paraparaumu Beach

I just watched a taller older gentleman dressed in a blue dust jacket wearing gardening gloves and masked up,walking up and down Hillcrest Rd,between Princeton & Raumati Rd,taking the empty wheelie bins off the footpath,and placing them against the peoples fence.
THAT'S neighbourly - good … View more
I just watched a taller older gentleman dressed in a blue dust jacket wearing gardening gloves and masked up,walking up and down Hillcrest Rd,between Princeton & Raumati Rd,taking the empty wheelie bins off the footpath,and placing them against the peoples fence.
THAT'S neighbourly - good work that man 👏

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818 days ago

THE MONTHLY TE HORO COUNTRY MARKET IS ON THIS SUNDAY

Gary from Waikanae

Where:- The Te Horo Community Hall
School Road, Te Horo

When:- Sunday 4 September 10am - 1pm

Celebrate the arrival of SPRING with a visit to the Te Horo Country Market this Sunday.

A truly friendly community country market where people gather to chat, browse, score a … View more
Where:- The Te Horo Community Hall
School Road, Te Horo

When:- Sunday 4 September 10am - 1pm

Celebrate the arrival of SPRING with a visit to the Te Horo Country Market this Sunday.

A truly friendly community country market where people gather to chat, browse, score a bargain, taste some goodies and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends in our popup cafe along with some yummy homemade treats.

There’s an impressive range of arts and crafts (Mosaic Mirrors, Scented Candles, Merino Goodies and quilts) natural skincare, produce (Olive Oil, Honey, Preserves, baking etc), Junk For Joy - upcycled and repurposed furniture and homewares, Natural Health Supplements, Bric-a-Brac, books, plants, children's clothing, toys, Jigsaws and lots lots more.

And of course, there is our Seasonal Surplus stall where you can drop off surplus fruit and veges from your garden for sale - we sell it on your behalf and donate our percentage to local causes. Everyone wins and nothing gets wasted!

A great country market where you will find cheerful smiles and a lovely bunch of really friendly and hugely talented stallholders.

All are very very welcome - just don’t forget your masks (unless exempt).

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818 days ago

Kitchen Tidy

James from Waikanae

Sterilite kitchen tidy approx measurements are 46CM tall and 36CM deep at the top 26CM wide. Lid pops up when you press the grey button.

Price: $10

818 days ago

Long Range Weather Forcast For September

James from Waikanae

From the guys at Weatherwatch.
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819 days ago

Tutus on Tour back in Wellington!

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

Spring is in the air, which means that the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Tutus on Tour is back and coming to the Wellington Opera House on 7 and 8 October!

See dancers from your national ballet company performing an enchanting programme including classical favourites and new works which are sure… View more
Spring is in the air, which means that the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Tutus on Tour is back and coming to the Wellington Opera House on 7 and 8 October!

See dancers from your national ballet company performing an enchanting programme including classical favourites and new works which are sure to delight dance fans of all ages.

With just three shows and adult tickets starting at $35 plus booking fee, seats are selling fast.

Find out more and book at rnzb.org.nz.
Know more

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819 days ago

Satin - Feel PJs/ Lounging Wear

Annette from Waikanae

Suit is a medium to dark blue.
I actually bought this off TM for me as it is labelled as size XXL.
It definitely is not a big size.
More a medium. I would say a size 14 -16.
The brand is Lin Yuan.
Fabric type not on the label.
Probably some kind of polyester.
Feels and looks like satin.
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Suit is a medium to dark blue.
I actually bought this off TM for me as it is labelled as size XXL.
It definitely is not a big size.
More a medium. I would say a size 14 -16.
The brand is Lin Yuan.
Fabric type not on the label.
Probably some kind of polyester.
Feels and looks like satin.
Very good used condition.

Price: $10

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819 days ago

Wedding Photo Frame New

Annette from Waikanae

Brand new wedding photo frame. Never used.
Length 22.7 cm
Width 18 cm.
Photo insert of 4" by 6" (approx 9 cm by 13.5 cm)
Takes one photo.

Price: $12

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819 days ago

Wedding Photo Frame New

Annette from Waikanae

Brand new wedding photo frame. Never used.
Length 20.5 cm
Width 20.5cm.
Frame is an unknown metal. Looks as if it could be pewter.

Price: $15

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819 days ago

Sparkling Wine Glasses

Annette from Waikanae

Four flutes in very good condition.
These are 23 cm tall.

Price: $5

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