Not working?

Annoyed that something has stopped working and you think it'll cost a fortune to repair it? Menzshed, Hastings, have over 60 retired members, craftsmen/tradesmen/mechanics/electricians etc., with years of experience in the repair of just about anything. And the price is negotiable. This week alone, we have repaired 3 waterblasters, a weedeater, some kindy toys and a giant beach umbrella. Call in and see us, or call/txt/email Ric. 021 2140624 chairman@menzshedhastings.co.nz

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21 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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3 hours ago

Step by step for a great cause!

James Wattie Retirement Village

Our amazing Hillary Hikers from Edmund Hillary Village showed their support for Bowel Cancer New Zealand's Move Your Butt campaign this month!

Sporting the bright purple and orange campaign shirts, these wonderful walkers hit the Auckland waterfront and marched from Mission Bay to Kohimarama, raising awareness for bowel cancer and the importance of early detection along the way.

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