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17 silver charms, no longer need them will sell separately 25 Dollars each hardly worn in ex condition.. bracelet 10Doll you can contact me on 02102471021
Need help with setting up smart tv's or converting an older tv to a smart tv? I know many people have older non-smart tvs without access to TVNZ On Demand, Netflix etc, so I'm offering limited free help or advice with setting up smart tv's or converting an older tv to a smart tv?
… View moreNeed help with setting up smart tv's or converting an older tv to a smart tv? I know many people have older non-smart tvs without access to TVNZ On Demand, Netflix etc, so I'm offering limited free help or advice with setting up smart tv's or converting an older tv to a smart tv?
I prefer to help non technical people who need help or advice. I'm doing this to give back to the community and to keep busy.
The vernal (spring) equinox (equal night) occurred at 06.19 this morning when the sun crossed the equator into our hemisphere. It's the time when day and night are of approximately equal length. It also means sunrise was due east and sunset will be due west.
Kāpiti's spring, which as… View moreThe vernal (spring) equinox (equal night) occurred at 06.19 this morning when the sun crossed the equator into our hemisphere. It's the time when day and night are of approximately equal length. It also means sunrise was due east and sunset will be due west.
Kāpiti's spring, which as usual, began in August has been particularly dry, receiving less than half its usual September rain to-date, so the 40mm of gentle showers over the the last two days are also to be celebrated.
Photo: Rain's coming
Neighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
… View moreNeighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
For some amazing te reo resources, head to ReoMāori.co.nz
Me mahi tahi tātou, Neighbours 🌿
Hi would anyone have some of this bamboo that we could dig out to grow some thanks kindly
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Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day is on Sunday 5 October. All 38 of our villages are open from 10am to 2pm.
Legally Blonde the musical is on 2-11 October 2025 at the Southwards Theatre.
It's time to get to know your candidates, Kāpiti! Before you cast your vote these local elections, come along to our Mayoral Debate and our Meet the Candidates session starting Monday 22 September.
🔷 Mayoral Debate: Monday 22 September, 6.30–8.30pm, Te Raukura ki Kāpiti, Raumati … View moreIt's time to get to know your candidates, Kāpiti! Before you cast your vote these local elections, come along to our Mayoral Debate and our Meet the Candidates session starting Monday 22 September.
🔷 Mayoral Debate: Monday 22 September, 6.30–8.30pm, Te Raukura ki Kāpiti, Raumati Beach
All six mayoral candidates will speak and answer moderated questions. The debate will also be livestreamed and available on Council’s website. While audience questions won’t be taken on the night, you can connect with your mayoral candidates at our Meet the Candidate sessions.
🔷 Meet the Candidates: Starting 22 September
All Mayoral, Districtwide and Ward Councillors, and Community Board candidates have been invited to these drop-in sessions. Pop in at any point and put your questions to the candidates directly.
🔷 Raumati: Monday 22 September, 4pm-6pm, Te Raukura ki Kāpiti
🔷 Paraparaumu: Tuesday 23 September, 4pm-6pm, Southward Car Museum
🔷 Paekākāriki: Friday 26 September, 3pm-5pm, Paekākāriki Memorial Hall
🔷 Waikanae: Saturday 27 September, 3pm-5pm, Waikanae Bowling Club
🔷 Ōtaki: Wednesday 1 October, 2pm-4pm, Ōtaki Memorial Hall.
Get involved these elections, watch the Mayoral Debate, meet your candidates, help shape the future of Kāpiti and VOTE! To check out the dates and info on all the candidate sessions across Kāpiti, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
Turned 18 recently? Need to cast a special vote? Heading overseas? Lost your voting papers? Get the answers to all these questions and more on our website 👉🏼 www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
PAINTING GROUP
If you are interested in painting or drawing and want to meet up with like minded, creative people, come along to our painting groups, Tuesday morning between 9.30am and 11.30am or Saturday morning between 9.00am and 11.30pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line).… View morePAINTING GROUP
If you are interested in painting or drawing and want to meet up with like minded, creative people, come along to our painting groups, Tuesday morning between 9.30am and 11.30am or Saturday morning between 9.00am and 11.30pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). Everyone Welcome!
Contact -
Tuesdays Jenni England 022 072 7332
Saturdays Angela McArthur 021 138 6885, Anthea Kenney 027 644 3433
Get excited for Christmas by enjoying our deliciously fruity Lions Club’s Christmas Cakes.
Support your Local Lions Club by purchasing our traditional Christmas Fruit Cake.
They come with a shelf life of 2 years!
Are full of fruit, 1 Kilo in weight and delicious.
Order from your … View moreGet excited for Christmas by enjoying our deliciously fruity Lions Club’s Christmas Cakes.
Support your Local Lions Club by purchasing our traditional Christmas Fruit Cake.
They come with a shelf life of 2 years!
Are full of fruit, 1 Kilo in weight and delicious.
Order from your local Lions Club.
LIONS – Serving your community
Single Cakes only $25
Contact:
Andrew at andthel@outlook.com or at
0212137338
Spring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from … View moreSpring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from spare tents and pre-loved books to clothes that deserve another spin.
How it works:
List your items individually before the day. Then, sit back as interested buyers on Neighbourly browse and get in touch directly.
And if you’re not selling?
There’s still treasure to be found! Jump online on the 27th and grab yourself a bargain or two.
Let’s turn clutter into community wins.
Don’t miss out!
Impress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step … View moreImpress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step instructions.
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