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Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of … View moreExperience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of many wonderful contrasts. See history come to life before your very eyes as you traverse the varied landscapes, marvel at the icons and find your happy place with a collection of real Trafalgar experiences that you can’t find on any other tour.
With 116 handcrafted itineraries and 220 cities, leave the guidebooks at home and let us show you the Real Europe and Britain.
Good people. Good times. Good everything. The Good Life.
Plus save up to 10%* when you book and pay in full before 31Jan 2019.
For more information visit your local travel agent, visit trafalgar.com or call 0800 484 333
*T&Cs apply. Refer to trafalgar.com/en-nz/destinations/europe or your travel agent for full offer details.
Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite… View moreHi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite cake flavour?
A beloved pet steer is recovering happily in his North Canterbury paddock after having to be rescued from a river.
Firefighters, neighbours and a local vet joined forces to help Sarah Allan rescue her 1200-kilogram, 6-year-old pet steer, Mitchell, from the Cam River last week.
Spring is soon here time to start thinking about all those projects.
If you want to get that paint job sorted over the next few months get in touch for a quote today.
view our website for more info and contact details.
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They say a dog is man's best friend and that certainly seems to be the case in New Zealand.
Dog ownership has soared over the past five years, outstripping the growth in people in all the main cities apart from Auckland.
The country is home to more than 560,500 registered dogs – enough for… View moreThey say a dog is man's best friend and that certainly seems to be the case in New Zealand.
Dog ownership has soared over the past five years, outstripping the growth in people in all the main cities apart from Auckland.
The country is home to more than 560,500 registered dogs – enough for about one in nine to be a proud owner. That's a pooch for roughly every third household.
Want to try something new this year??!!
Childrens Art Classes- after school Thursday Term 1 -4pm -5.30pm 9 weeks $160
Adult Art Classes (including older teenagers) Tuesday nights 7-9pm 9 weeks $240
Studio in Clarkville
Fun Classes- all levels of experience- absolute beginners welcomed.
… View moreWant to try something new this year??!!
Childrens Art Classes- after school Thursday Term 1 -4pm -5.30pm 9 weeks $160
Adult Art Classes (including older teenagers) Tuesday nights 7-9pm 9 weeks $240
Studio in Clarkville
Fun Classes- all levels of experience- absolute beginners welcomed.
For more info phone Deb Williams- working artist - 3272793 or email debw244@gmail.com for more info and bookings
Check out my website debwilliams.co.nz
Beauty Club - monthly event! Free, casual drop in, a gift for everyone who attends:) Come and check out Nutrimetics' latest releases, find a customised skin care range to suit your individual needs, be they budget or our prestigious Platinum range. Select a make up regime, quick and ready to … View moreBeauty Club - monthly event! Free, casual drop in, a gift for everyone who attends:) Come and check out Nutrimetics' latest releases, find a customised skin care range to suit your individual needs, be they budget or our prestigious Platinum range. Select a make up regime, quick and ready to go, plant based and not tested on animals! Sales table available so you can stock up on all those gifts you need throughout the year, that sneak up on you!
1B Fuller St Kaiapoi, 4 - 5.30pm, bring a friend! Sunday 20 January
Remember, this Sunday 20 January, casual Drop-in at 1B Fuller St Kaiapoi - check out our latest product releases, and investigate the newest developments in skin care and make up! Meet 2019 head on with an update ! Free gift for every guest, come along, but if you can't make it this time, this… View moreRemember, this Sunday 20 January, casual Drop-in at 1B Fuller St Kaiapoi - check out our latest product releases, and investigate the newest developments in skin care and make up! Meet 2019 head on with an update ! Free gift for every guest, come along, but if you can't make it this time, this will be a monthly event:) See you there!
Hi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View moreHi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.
To read more, click here.
Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?
They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. … View moreThey ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility.
Find out a bit more about the wasps and how we plan to eradicate them by clicking here.
Hi. We are looking for someone to provide personal cares for our 15yr old disabled daughter 4 days a week after school. We live in Mandeville and would need someone to meet her off the bus and provide assistance with personal cares. Our current carer is returning to full time study in February. … View moreHi. We are looking for someone to provide personal cares for our 15yr old disabled daughter 4 days a week after school. We live in Mandeville and would need someone to meet her off the bus and provide assistance with personal cares. Our current carer is returning to full time study in February. Thanks Byron and Angela Walmsley
I know I've said it before, and I repeat: PLEASE CHECK THE FEE BEFORE YOU USE A LAWYER FOR PROBATE or LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION.
I heard this week of an Auckland lawyer who allegedly quoted $5000 for letters of administration.
Possibly that included all the estate administration, not just … View moreI know I've said it before, and I repeat: PLEASE CHECK THE FEE BEFORE YOU USE A LAWYER FOR PROBATE or LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION.
I heard this week of an Auckland lawyer who allegedly quoted $5000 for letters of administration.
Possibly that included all the estate administration, not just getting the grant of administration from the High Court. The enquirer had, however, asked about 'just' letters of administration.
The lawyer allegedly told the enquirer that they (the family) legally could not do any of the work themselves once they had letters of administration, and that they had to use a lawyer. If that was actually said (and I emphasise 'if'), it was false.
The letters of administration should not cost more than $1500 even allowing for some language issues. The rest of the estate administration, for the small amount of property involved, should not be more than about $500, perhaps $1000 at the outside to allow for high office rents in Auckland (!).
I have also heard of some excessive figures quoted by South Island lawyers. (As well as a few who charge less than $1000 for probate or letters of administration.)
Please just check beforehand - whether it's for letters of administration (no will) or probate (a will, with at least one executor able and willing to act).
The completion of a world-class BMX track in Rangiora has been setback by wet weather, but riders could start using it soon.
North Canterbury BMX Club president Aaron Clark says he could not give enough praise to the volunteers and earthwork contractors Ongrade for their "amazing work on the … View moreThe completion of a world-class BMX track in Rangiora has been setback by wet weather, but riders could start using it soon.
North Canterbury BMX Club president Aaron Clark says he could not give enough praise to the volunteers and earthwork contractors Ongrade for their "amazing work on the project", but a spate of wet weather had put them behind schedule.
"We were meant to have all the asphalt completed before Christmas, but there was so much rain in December. Then we had a timeframe of the 14th of January, but of course we've had more rain so it's looking like February now."
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