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Paraparaumu College is looking for homestays for International students for 2024.
Homestays come in all shapes and sizes. If you have a spare bedroom or 2, we would love to hear from you.
We are currently looking for homestays, for both short term and long term students.
Why host?
Hosting a … View moreParaparaumu College is looking for homestays for International students for 2024.
Homestays come in all shapes and sizes. If you have a spare bedroom or 2, we would love to hear from you.
We are currently looking for homestays, for both short term and long term students.
Why host?
Hosting a student is an enriching experience for both families and students. You’ll experience a true cultural exchange, sharing knowledge of your culture whilst learning about the many different cultures represented by our students. Many of our host families build lasting relationships with their students
What is expected from host families?
Involve their student in their life, treat them as a member of the family.
Be caring and understanding, patient but able to set boundaries
Show their students how to get to and from school (e.g. where the bus stop is, how to find the bus schedule, how to walk to school).
Provide three meals a day and snacks (including a packed lunch during the school week).
Provide a furnished bedroom
Provide bed linen (sheets, pillow, and blankets) and towels
What we provide
The International Department provides you with ongoing advice and support.
Homestay families receive $301 per week.
For more information about hosting a student please email international@pc.school.nz
Be inspired! Get started on your writing project in this popular series of 5-weekly workshops. commencing on Friday 19th January, 9.30-12noon in Kāpiti. Capture your memories, career or business story, travel adventures, or your family history in a supportive, fun environment. All you need is an … View moreBe inspired! Get started on your writing project in this popular series of 5-weekly workshops. commencing on Friday 19th January, 9.30-12noon in Kāpiti. Capture your memories, career or business story, travel adventures, or your family history in a supportive, fun environment. All you need is an open mind, a notebook and pen. Notes, resources, and refreshments provided. Cost $105 for the series - 21 per workshop. Reservations essential contact Angela Robertson 0276332821 e.mail Kiaora@angelarobertson.nz
Breathe new life into an old wooden cabinet with Resene paints. Find out how to revamp your own with our handy advice.
Looking to unwind and recharge these holidays?
We've compiled the top summer holiday movies on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Neon for the festive season. CLICK below to explore!
Also, we've got the scoop on broadband providers offering free subscriptions to these streaming … View moreLooking to unwind and recharge these holidays?
We've compiled the top summer holiday movies on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Neon for the festive season. CLICK below to explore!
Also, we've got the scoop on broadband providers offering free subscriptions to these streaming services just in time.
I would like to get my clippers sharpened does anybody know where I can get this done in the Waikanae/Paraparaumu area please?
Our kakabeak has developed pods. I understand that you are able to propagate from these.
When should they be removed from the plant?
And is there anyone out there that would like the pods? I am giving them away.
As in recent months, December in Kāpiti was also fairly cloudy, with only eight completely sunny days, and except for Wellington, was the coolest place in central New Zealand. However, for most of the month rainfall was again below average, and we ended the year without any severe or extreme … View moreAs in recent months, December in Kāpiti was also fairly cloudy, with only eight completely sunny days, and except for Wellington, was the coolest place in central New Zealand. However, for most of the month rainfall was again below average, and we ended the year without any severe or extreme weather events in 2023.
Although the average daily maximum temperature of 21.1 degrees was only half a degree below average it couldn’t compete with the east coast who experienced some extremely high temperatures, unusual even for them so early in summer; no doubt due to El Niño and our cooling nor-westerly breezes off the sea.
But, we still enjoyed 24 days with temperatures of 20 degrees or over, the same as Blenheim, the warmest place in central New Zealand.
Rainfall of around 90 mm was average, this being the seventh consecutive month of average or below average rainfall. Sunshine totalled the equivalent of 15 sunny days compared with 22 in December 2022.
Statistics for the year show that autumn was our wettest season, with the highest rainfall in April amounting to 203 mm, while June was the driest with only 8 mm. January was the sunniest month with the equivalent of 21.5 days of sunshine, with February and November the cloudiest with only 13 sunny days. January was also the warmest with an average daily temperature of 24 degrees. Nine months of 2023 had above average temperatures, this December being one exception.
Listen up all you ignoramuses who are running this website.i posted an ad this morning ,wanting to buy parts
for an old motor mower, but inadvertently i put the wrong
phone no, no problem ill take it down and amend it, fat chance even though it says edit on MY ad it did not do what i wanted. So i… View moreListen up all you ignoramuses who are running this website.i posted an ad this morning ,wanting to buy parts
for an old motor mower, but inadvertently i put the wrong
phone no, no problem ill take it down and amend it, fat chance even though it says edit on MY ad it did not do what i wanted. So i deleted the ad adjusted the correct ph
no and reposted it.Quess what? the original ad was back
saying it was sold????
This has happened to me many times thats why i was one
of the 1st to get people to ring the advertiser rather than leave a message
Wishing you a fantastic year filled with laughter, fun, and exciting possibilities.
If you're considering a lifestyle change this year, we'd love to help you discover all the options around retirement living.
It could give you more time to do the things you love. To get you … View moreWishing you a fantastic year filled with laughter, fun, and exciting possibilities.
If you're considering a lifestyle change this year, we'd love to help you discover all the options around retirement living.
It could give you more time to do the things you love. To get you started, try our free copy of the Ryman Guide that covers everything from living options to costs.
Just a word of warning to other retired people who live on small lifestyle blocks , who are new to this lifestyle and like me didn't know what l have learnt the painful way.
I would hate anyone else to go through the fear and suffering l have ,and are enduring, because they simply don't… View moreJust a word of warning to other retired people who live on small lifestyle blocks , who are new to this lifestyle and like me didn't know what l have learnt the painful way.
I would hate anyone else to go through the fear and suffering l have ,and are enduring, because they simply don't know what activities are permitted where we live !
Last week , my neighbours used shot guns almost next to my boundary with no warning.
Don't be scared ( like I was ) when I tripped, fell , dislocated my shoulder and fractured it .
It is just a neighbour exercising their right to shoot near you even though you are initially scared shitless.
Police advise this is perfectly legal despite proximity. I had no idea whatsoever this type of activity could occur or l wouldn't have been so scared. Buying lifestyle blocks does not come with this warning. Perhaps it should !
I should clarify I am used to the occasional air rifle nearby shooting rabbits but these guns were on a whole different level.
Harrisons Garden Centre always advise me when they are shooting rabbits so l thought it was law. But it is in fact them just being courteous and considerate. Shooters are not obliged to advise activity , it depends how considerate they are.
So don't be like me ! Don't freak out when you hear loud gun shots closeby. I am telling you so no one else gets a fright and hurts themselves as badly as I did. Particularly when there is no help available due to public holidays.
Photo shows SOME of my injuries , so it is obvious I am not exaggerating.
Settee cover large , too big for our present settee . Double sided winter and summer . Has pockets in side panels for remotes etc. measurements seat 188cm.wide 85cm deep , back 188cm.wide , 129 cm deep , arms 60cm.wide x 64 cm $60
Hi everyone, free lounge suite 3 seater plus a 2 seater up for grabs. Owned for 10+ years. Standard wear and tear over that period, mainly to the recliners. Seperates to individual pieces. Pickup is in Waikanae
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