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462 days ago

Porirua City Council rejects financial backing for adventure park

Justin Wong Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Porirua City Council has voted against investing in the Porirua Adventure Park, saying their finances don't allow for it. What do you think?

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483 days ago

Try this heart-healthy dessert today!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!

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458 days ago

Music Recitals

Carolyn from Whitby

Advanced school musicians in the greater Wellington area compete this coming weekend at Pataka Art + Museum, Norrie Street, Porirua. 10 minute recitals on Saturday 30 September from 10:30 am - 2:45 pm (with a lunch break 1:30 pm - 1:15 pm) and Sunday 1 October 12:45 pm - 4:30 pm. Please come and … View moreAdvanced school musicians in the greater Wellington area compete this coming weekend at Pataka Art + Museum, Norrie Street, Porirua. 10 minute recitals on Saturday 30 September from 10:30 am - 2:45 pm (with a lunch break 1:30 pm - 1:15 pm) and Sunday 1 October 12:45 pm - 4:30 pm. Please come and support these musicians. Pop in and out throughout the day. Audience entry Free, though Koha appreciated.

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472 days ago

NZ's best honesty boxes and roadside stalls

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View more
Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.

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459 days ago

Escape from Reality - The Final Hole - 1000 jigsaw

Jenny from Titahi Bay

In very good condition. As per photos.

Price: $8

459 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation

Final days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a … View moreFinal days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today – only $15 each.
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459 days ago

And the winner is...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to our $100 Mitre 10 prize winners this week:

Sonia Lewis of St Albans
Hinemoa Henderson of Taupo
Ryan Dunseath of Te Atatu Peninsula
Tāmātī Kaiwai of Clouston Park
Sarah Bullard of Nelson

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 24th of October. Enjoy!

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464 days ago

Do you remember?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Rugby World Cup is underway, are you a fan?

New Zealand's All Blacks have won the RWC three times - 1987, 2011 and 2015. Do you remember these? Whether you were in the grandstand or on the couch, tell us what you remember of these historic moments...

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461 days ago

volunteers needed for Mexted Motors Spring into Tawa festival

Tracey from Tawa

The amazing Mexted Motors Spring into Tawa festival will be held on Saturday 28th October this year.
We really need your help to run this event. The roles are varied and may involve set up of the festival, assisting stallholders setup/pack up, running our greenroom for our entertainers, helping in… View more
The amazing Mexted Motors Spring into Tawa festival will be held on Saturday 28th October this year.
We really need your help to run this event. The roles are varied and may involve set up of the festival, assisting stallholders setup/pack up, running our greenroom for our entertainers, helping in the FREE childrens activity area, assisting with waste management.
We need people from 6am to 5pm. If you can spare us even an hour then please complete the volunteer registration form via this link. Feel free to share with anyone who might be able to volunteer.
docs.google.com...

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461 days ago

Bright new start

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Lighten and brighten a dull, old wooden floor with Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to get the whitewashed look in your home with this easy project.

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461 days ago

Plimmerton Croquet Club Open Day Sunday 24 September 2023

Carolyn from Whitby

Interested in trying croquet? Then come to our Open day on Sunday 24 September at 1 pm. We are located in Plimmerton Drive, off Ulric Street. Turn west at the roundabout by Palmers Garden Centre. Wear flat soled shoes and bring a warm jacket. All welcome, just arrive at 1 pm. Or phone Carolyn 021 … View moreInterested in trying croquet? Then come to our Open day on Sunday 24 September at 1 pm. We are located in Plimmerton Drive, off Ulric Street. Turn west at the roundabout by Palmers Garden Centre. Wear flat soled shoes and bring a warm jacket. All welcome, just arrive at 1 pm. Or phone Carolyn 021 121 0218

462 days ago

Have you got a favourite family recipe for strawberries?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.

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462 days ago

Another setback on the cards for Porirua adventure park

Justin Wong Reporter from The Post

Porirua City Council officials have advised councillors to reject the Porirua Adventure Park developer’s request for help to close down a $1.9 million gap, saying it would be high risk and unaffordable.

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465 days ago

Poll: When's too early for DIY?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say… View more
We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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When's too early for DIY?
  • 5.7% Afternoons are for DIY. Never mornings.
    5.7% Complete
  • 30.8% Anytime before 10am is too early.
    30.8% Complete
  • 25.7% 8am is early, but acceptable.
    25.7% Complete
  • 37.8% I'd let them away with 9am.
    37.8% Complete
1835 votes
464 days ago

Gardening and section tidies

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

Need your gardens sorted for spring ?
Trees fallen over with all this wind?
Calling all messy gardens don’t let your owners neglect you any longer ! Get them to message us today! 0272430951
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