794 days ago

Collector seeks rare bottles

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Simon-Peter Svensson has been stuck under floorboards in his quests to collect old and rare bottles over the past two decades.

The Rangiora man says while the bottles primarily represent history they are also attractive.

Svensson's passion was sparked when he was about 10 years old by his brother-in-law who also collected bottles and the hobby soon spread through the family.

Now, with a private museum collection of more than 500 bottles on display, by appointment, in a 40 foot shipping container, Svensson is particularly eager to get his hands on more Temuka Brewery bottles from the early 1900s, made of stone. Continue reading here.

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1 day ago

Need A Pair of Jeans Taken in Please.

Rae from Rangiora

Hello neighbours, I'm asking on behalf of my daughter. She has a pair of jeans that are a little bit to big around the waist. Any recommendations for someone to alter please in Oxford, Cust or Rangiora. Thank you

1 day ago

Nursery open this long weekend

Goughs Nurseries

Open 10am to 4 pm. Check out plant catalogue (www.goughsnurseries.co.nz...) on the website for plant availability. Plants $8 each.

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1 day ago

Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year

Charles Upham Retirement Village

Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.

Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.

Click read more for the full article.

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