Steamfest 2017
AUCKLAND TO OTOROHANGA BY STEAM TRAIN
Friday night to Sunday night. 18 - 19 - 20 August
PRICES & TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY 20th at 12 NOON
Escape the City and spend the weekend in the beautiful Waikato.
Sit back and relax as your Steam Train train drifts into the night, enjoy conversation with fellow travellers and listen to the soothing 'clickerty clack' of the tracks beneath you.
Have family in Otorohanga or Te Awamutu? Why not take The Vintage Train for a long weekend with loved ones? Your destination is The Kiwiana Capital Otorohanga, the home of STEAMFEST. Spend the weekend exploring the many local attractions, the world famous 'Otorohanga Kiwi House' and 'The Waitomo Caves' or take the road less travelled on a scenic Bush Walk through some of the most spectacular parts of rural NZ. Spend time at STEAMFEST enjoying the numerous Displays, Exhibitions and all things Vintage and Steam from across New Zealand.
Book a ticket on the 'Dinner Train' for a romantic night out or ride on one of the many Themed Shuttle Trains that will take you on a journey down memory lane.
This is quality time with loved ones in a traditional Kiwi Setting.
On Sunday afternoon as the light begins to fade, wave goodbye to the Waikato as your Steam Locomotive powers back to the city.
The ultimate Weekend Escape.
Reservations for the Auckland Weekend Escape Train Visit the website: www.steamfest.co.nz...
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
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.
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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53.8% Human-centred experience and communication
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14.1% Critical thinking
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29.4% Resilience and adaptability
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2.7% Other - I will share below!
The latest product recalls
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
⚠️Cereulide toxin risk in Nestlé brand Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) recalled due to the possible presence of the toxin cereulide
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars
BC Hot Water Bottles sold at Bargain Chemist
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Nature Baby Sleeping Gown
Product Recalls: Toys
Sensory Game Controller - sold at Kmart
Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Outside Beauty & Skincare SPF 50+ Mineral Primer (2 batches)
Anessa and Shiseido Anessa sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Biore and Kao Biore sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Kose Sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Mentholatum sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Pigeon sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Rohto sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Product Recalls: Electronics
Harvest Right Freeze Dryer HRFDSBKP-PP sold at Costco
Product Recalls: Other
Michelin X Multi Z and X Line Energy Z, size: 355/50R22.5, load/speed index:156K
UPDATED GASGAS Motorcycles: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross model motorcycles with BRAKTEC brake system. New VINS added
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
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