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Weather is looking good for Tuesday so make the most of it by coming down and supporting the stallholders at the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on Tuesday from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Christmas Gift Ideas, Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees … View moreWeather is looking good for Tuesday so make the most of it by coming down and supporting the stallholders at the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on Tuesday from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Christmas Gift Ideas, Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Plants, Seedlings & Fresh Flowers, Sewing Crafts, Art & Cards, Rawleighs products, Clothing, Good quality Bric-a-Brac, Records, Books, and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, visit the market and the local shops- See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to … View moreThe Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
Still a few places available for this Thursday’s “Van Gogh and Vino” (11th 7pm to 9pm) session at the Hall fundraiser. More sessions available the following week,
Thursday 18th , Friday 19th, Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd. All at the Hall 7-9pm.
Don’t miss out on this fun and relaxing … View moreStill a few places available for this Thursday’s “Van Gogh and Vino” (11th 7pm to 9pm) session at the Hall fundraiser. More sessions available the following week,
Thursday 18th , Friday 19th, Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd. All at the Hall 7-9pm.
Don’t miss out on this fun and relaxing creative experience to end the year on!
See you there!
Scan the QR code or PM message for further details to secure a place!
Bookings also through www.tehorohall.org.nz...
Wednesday 10 December, 10am - 3pm
Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.
More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.
The best way is to experience it for … View moreWednesday 10 December, 10am - 3pm
Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.
More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.
The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!
Sale plants!
Nikau Palms (1m+) $100 each (SPECIAL PRICE!)
Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $3.50 each plus… View moreSale plants!
Nikau Palms (1m+) $100 each (SPECIAL PRICE!)
Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $3.50 each plus many more at great prices!
We have a wide range or other plants - including grasses (various carex) and flaxes,
Hedging/windbreaks - Pitto Teneufolium, Olearia Paniculata, Grisilinia, Corokia Geentys Green..
- other trees we have Lemonwood, Puka, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, etc etc.
If needing native plants, please phone to arrange a visit:
0274 933 626 (-: Appointment required :-)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz.......................................
Have a particular native in mind, please text me...
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting to view our range of native plants!
Healthy Yucca Plant for sale. Lots of new growth. Currently 2m tall. Collect Waikanae.
Sony 2ch sound bar HTS100F
Bought just in January, as new. Reason for selling is we needed a bigger system.
Pick up from Peka Peka..
We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- … View moreWe’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed
Click read more for the full list of tips.
Jigsaws Jigsaws Jigsaws
52 different jigsaws. Different sizes, different levels of difficulty.
From $2.50 to $7 a box.
Plus Christmas decorations, Christmas gifts, children's toys, books and lots more.
The Christmas Market at St Luke's Church in… View moreJigsaws Jigsaws Jigsaws
52 different jigsaws. Different sizes, different levels of difficulty.
From $2.50 to $7 a box.
Plus Christmas decorations, Christmas gifts, children's toys, books and lots more.
The Christmas Market at St Luke's Church in Elizabeth Street is your one-stop-shop for all your Christmas shopping.
Hi there,
We’re a small, reliable building team providing high-quality workmanship at affordable hourly rates. I’m a qualified builder and a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP), we take pride in delivering solid, long-lasting results for our local clients.
One of our recent projects was … View moreHi there,
We’re a small, reliable building team providing high-quality workmanship at affordable hourly rates. I’m a qualified builder and a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP), we take pride in delivering solid, long-lasting results for our local clients.
One of our recent projects was a creating fully wheelchair-accessible home for a client caring for his elderly father. This included a fully tiled bathroom with a cavity slider, new double-glazed bifold windows, decking, and ramp access. It was incredibly rewarding to create a home that made such a positive difference to their daily life.
Our services include:
Bathroom & kitchen renovations
New builds
Renovations & alterations
Window & door installation
Landscaping & digger services
Decks & fences
General building & maintenance
Full council consent management (if required)
Whether you’re planning a small improvement or a full build, we’d love to chat about how we can help bring your project to life.
Visit our website: www.jmurphybuilding.co.nz...
Contact me directly: 021 0811 2603
Thanks,
Joe
Met Service are forecasting a long hot summer. Get your veggies in now so they are well-established before you need to start watering.
Possibly the last two weeks for Heirloom Tomatoes. Large strong plants just begging to be out of pots and into the soil. Planted our own this week and already they… View moreMet Service are forecasting a long hot summer. Get your veggies in now so they are well-established before you need to start watering.
Possibly the last two weeks for Heirloom Tomatoes. Large strong plants just begging to be out of pots and into the soil. Planted our own this week and already they are expanding fast.
We also have large Pumpkin seedlings ready to run, plus Cucumber, Kumi Kumi, Zucchini, Red Capsicum, Kumara and a limited amount of basil, mint and chives.
All our seedlings are good strong plants, grown outdoors and ready to go in the ground.
By way of background, heirloom tomatoes are ones which have been handed down through the generations because they are prized for their flavour and suitability for various uses, whether used fresh or for preserves. They can be traced back to their origins all over Europe, the Americas and we even have our own NZ heirlooms. Many have fascinating stories behind their often fanciful-sounding names.
Join us for an afternoon of Christmas carols and cake - this Sunday!
Everyone is invited to share in the joy of Christmas at this free event.
Our relaxed sing-along service will be held in the Church Hall, where we’ll gather around tables, enjoy cake, and sing much-loved carols accompanied … View moreJoin us for an afternoon of Christmas carols and cake - this Sunday!
Everyone is invited to share in the joy of Christmas at this free event.
Our relaxed sing-along service will be held in the Church Hall, where we’ll gather around tables, enjoy cake, and sing much-loved carols accompanied by our pianist.
If you’re unable to attend church on Sundays or during the Christmas season, this special afternoon service is just for you.
We’d love to celebrate Christmas with you!
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways… View moreAs Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”
A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105
She’s speaking up for safer roads for her and her classmates—fuelled by a desire for independence and maybe even a budding interest in politics.
So here’s the big question: how do we create space for every voice in our community to be heard?
It’s great that the Council is paying … View moreShe’s speaking up for safer roads for her and her classmates—fuelled by a desire for independence and maybe even a budding interest in politics.
So here’s the big question: how do we create space for every voice in our community to be heard?
It’s great that the Council is paying attention 👂 but what small actions can we all take to keep our whole community involved and engaged?
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