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Words and pic from Rosa Marie.
"A magical afternoon spent at Silverstream today! A good variety of birds to be seen too! As we got out of the car in the driving range, a kotāre was sitting on the power line to welcome us!
It was funny that Clive and I were just talking about me having … View moreWords and pic from Rosa Marie.
"A magical afternoon spent at Silverstream today! A good variety of birds to be seen too! As we got out of the car in the driving range, a kotāre was sitting on the power line to welcome us!
It was funny that Clive and I were just talking about me having seen a magpie taking a bath in the water when I last visited, then a few minutes later after watching 3 kereru and 2 magpies who had been fighting each other earlier on, all sitting in the same tree together, suddenly one of the magpie decided to hop into the water and take a bath much to our delight! There was also a chaffinch taking a bath further up the stream."
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and… View moreLottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.
Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
You nominated your most-loved locals - now it’s time to vote! We’ve managed to whittle down over a thousand nominations into regional finalists, so we need to know who deserves to win. Regional winners will go into the running for national titles, as judged by a panel led by Peter Gordon, so … View moreYou nominated your most-loved locals - now it’s time to vote! We’ve managed to whittle down over a thousand nominations into regional finalists, so we need to know who deserves to win. Regional winners will go into the running for national titles, as judged by a panel led by Peter Gordon, so make sure to get your votes in.
Head to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to cast your votes, and go into the draw to win a Restaurant Association voucher.
We are looking for great people to join the team at our Kilbirnie shop. Pop in an grab a form. Join a great little team.
Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for cauliflower recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by June 25, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the August issue of NZ Gardener.
Reinvent an old picnic basket into a snazzy new sewing case with fresh Resene colours.
Find out how to revamp your own with our handy advice.
Have you put off having a skin check?
Been meaning to get that mole checked?
Always wanted to get that annoying lump removed?
The team at Witako Skin Clinic know what it’s like to be worried about something on your skin but facing long waiting times to see your GP and even longer to see a … View moreHave you put off having a skin check?
Been meaning to get that mole checked?
Always wanted to get that annoying lump removed?
The team at Witako Skin Clinic know what it’s like to be worried about something on your skin but facing long waiting times to see your GP and even longer to see a skin specialist or surgeon.
What’s Different about us?
We are a primary care lead service ready and waiting to see you for skin checks and surgical/non -surgical treatments. We have low waiting times and no GP referral needed – just book yourself in.
What happens if you need treatment/Surgery? Don’t worry - we’ve got you covered. We have a purpose-built operating suite for minor surgery on site. If you need an onward referral – we can do that for you too.
- Spot/specific lesion checks
- Full body skin checks
- Minor surgery for benign cysts/lipomas
- Surgical/non -surgical skin cancer management
What are you waiting for?
Come and see us today!
ph: 04 920 0870
135 Wiatko Street, Epuni, Lower Hutt
June is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.
What do you do to prepare for winter? … View moreJune is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.
What do you do to prepare for winter? Share your tips for staying warm and dry, and for making the most of the chillier season.
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Sam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.
After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident … View moreSam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.
After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident and self-assured, and his teachers noticed a positive change in his sociability and willingness to ask questions in class.
He developed a "give-it-a-go" attitude. Inspired by his newfound passion for the outdoors, Sam plans to join the New Zealand Defence Force after finishing school.
Support young people like Sam by donating today.
Art Deco and Retro Manrobe.
Solid oak exterior with rimu frame and ply backing.
Recently been stripped and refinished in matt sheen. Original, excellent condition and fittings. Lower 2 drawer handles have chipped tops. There is no key for door. There is a repair to back legs in sympathetic style… View moreArt Deco and Retro Manrobe.
Solid oak exterior with rimu frame and ply backing.
Recently been stripped and refinished in matt sheen. Original, excellent condition and fittings. Lower 2 drawer handles have chipped tops. There is no key for door. There is a repair to back legs in sympathetic style and colouring
Size: 108cm*118cm*55cm (97cm on drawer side)
2 piece upholstered headboard.
Very good, clean condition.
Fabric: Sayuri pattern in pewter, made by Prestigious UK. 100% cotton.
Mounted on solid ply, back painted for seal from moisture.
Wall attachment by French cleat, which are supplied. Stands off the wall approximately 20mm for air … View more2 piece upholstered headboard.
Very good, clean condition.
Fabric: Sayuri pattern in pewter, made by Prestigious UK. 100% cotton.
Mounted on solid ply, back painted for seal from moisture.
Wall attachment by French cleat, which are supplied. Stands off the wall approximately 20mm for air circulation behind.
Size: each panel 1300x900mm. cushion depth 50 mm
If you have spare produce (ie: lemons, fejoas, apples, silverbeet, carrots, potatoes etc) from your garden to share with the community or you are a business who has excess/leftover edible food, feel free to drop off food to Rimutaka Baptist Church Tuesday mornings 10- 12noon as we run a food … View moreIf you have spare produce (ie: lemons, fejoas, apples, silverbeet, carrots, potatoes etc) from your garden to share with the community or you are a business who has excess/leftover edible food, feel free to drop off food to Rimutaka Baptist Church Tuesday mornings 10- 12noon as we run a food rescue/food pantry for the community.
Any querries ring 0273432011
Rimutaka Baptist Church
6 Akatarawa Road
Hey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!
Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money Compare … View moreHey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!
Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money Compare consolidates all major insurers and their key features in one place, making searching for new providers easy. They offer fantastic deals like one month of FREE car insurance, PLUS a helpful team to assist you in reviewing your health and life insurance coverage, to ensure you're on the best policy. Take charge of your insurance today by reviewing your policies!
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and… View moreLottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.
Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Here is a poll we can all relate to, one way or another.
Should NZ Govt ban vaping on its shores?
YES
NO
MAYBE
… View moreHere is a poll we can all relate to, one way or another.
Should NZ Govt ban vaping on its shores?
YES
NO
MAYBE
Vaping was suppose to be a transitional tool to get converted cigarette smokers unconverted from smoking anything except what's on the barbecue.
But, just like we were warned, vaping is almost as bad a killing and health damaging addiction pleasure, as is the fag. And with young people taking it up, worse.
Here is what they are about to do in brotherly Australia: Ban the importation of non-prescription vaping products including those that do not contain nicotine. Min quality standards for vapes will be introduced including restricting flavours, colours and other ingredients. Vape products will require chemist-like packaging and the allowed nicotine concentrations and volumes will be reduced. All single-use disposable vapes will be banned and only pharmacies will be able to stock and sell the product.
Obviously we will follow. I would like though to see all vapes gone.
NZ has this thing kind of hanging around its neck: to be a smoke-free country by 2025. It won't happen especially under a National-ACT coalition Govt. But by allowing vaping in the air, it will be harder to contain and place further restrictions on cig smoking.
Second hand vaping can harm people and animals (and the environment) almost as much as second hand cigarette smoking. Upper Hutt has smoke-free regulations for all its parks. Will the council extend this to vaping if it hasn't already or just wait until vaping is outlawed going the way or even further than the Aussies?
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