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After several years when in each of them, he should have been named the world's best rugby player, Ardie Savea was finally awarded the title two weeks ago.
Ardie is not staying around the Sports Institute in Heretaunga for 2024 and as the leader and captain of Hurricanes as he has taken a … View moreAfter several years when in each of them, he should have been named the world's best rugby player, Ardie Savea was finally awarded the title two weeks ago.
Ardie is not staying around the Sports Institute in Heretaunga for 2024 and as the leader and captain of Hurricanes as he has taken a "sabbatical" to play for big bucks in Japan.
But he will be back for the ABs in their international part of the season.
Around 2013 I was in the Cossie club in Himitangi watching Hurricanes play one of the top NZ sides in the Super rugby comp. All Black great, Julian "The Bus" Savea scored one or two of his famous tries of the time and a bloke at the club said to me that his brother was going to be an even greater player. No way I had thought.
So cometh the time, cometh the man, and Ardie has probably outdone his older brother.
An Aunt of Ardie and Julian lives in Upper Hutt and she is very proud of her nephews.
I still believe that Ardie's best position in the loose forward department is openside flanker but he has been forced to hone some of his talents towards the number 8 role.
Happy Diwali! The Festival of Lights is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with lighting lamps, cultural rituals, and the exchange of sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
Let's make your festival brighter and your wallet happier! CLICK BELOW to … View moreHappy Diwali! The Festival of Lights is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with lighting lamps, cultural rituals, and the exchange of sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
Let's make your festival brighter and your wallet happier! CLICK BELOW to share your power-saving tips in our "Light Up Diwali, WN $150" competition.
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Cats within a suburb in Christchurch are getting fed by a neighbour or neighbours and within some of the food given are poisonous substances enough to kill some of them and make others seriously ill requiring vet attention.
This is bad and sad.
People should never feed a cat unless they … View moreCats within a suburb in Christchurch are getting fed by a neighbour or neighbours and within some of the food given are poisonous substances enough to kill some of them and make others seriously ill requiring vet attention.
This is bad and sad.
People should never feed a cat unless they know for sure that the cat is an absolute stray who is extremely and obviously hungry. I know it is difficult for some people to resist.
Less than dogs, but nonetheless, cats can suffer from food allergies and so these allergies can be from any one of the proteins (meats) or in fact all protein as well as many other types of food. So a person who feeds a wandering cat may be harming the cat seriously simply through lack of knowledge in not being the owner of the cat. Same thing here in giving a cat "treats".
Of course, giving a cat food often means that the cat will use your property as a second home.
The other thing is double dipping on food ie - the owner and a neighbour, can create unwanted obesity in a cat.
One of my son's experienced a Siamese cat coming into his stand-alone flat and he said that he didn't have any food to give the cat. Thank goodness for that. It is 100% unlikely that an expensive Siamese cat in any case is a stray.
There is a cat problem where everyone lives in NZ (there are a million cats here) apart from any new housing areas where cats are banned. There is a cat problem growing in the Wallaceville Estate in Wallaceville. More than twice a week, someone is missing their cat is one issue. Just recently on three occasions I noticed an almost pure white coated cat coming through my fenced property late at night - well into the time a cat should be kept indoors in their own owner's property.
For more than 100 years, we New Zealanders have identified ourselves as Kiwis.
The kiwi is in the name of businesses, in logos, in ads, even on the wings of our Airforce ... ironically.
We think it's time we gave the little guy some well-deserved recognition. Show your love for our … View moreFor more than 100 years, we New Zealanders have identified ourselves as Kiwis.
The kiwi is in the name of businesses, in logos, in ads, even on the wings of our Airforce ... ironically.
We think it's time we gave the little guy some well-deserved recognition. Show your love for our national icon - the kiwi - by voting KIWI for Bird of the Century.
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If you are in the Wellington region and have a small flock of sheep this could be a great workshop for you.
From the paddock to the living room in a day: In the morning Allan the shearer will be teaching you how to handle sheep for crutching, foot trimming and general checkups as well as giving a… View moreIf you are in the Wellington region and have a small flock of sheep this could be a great workshop for you.
From the paddock to the living room in a day: In the morning Allan the shearer will be teaching you how to handle sheep for crutching, foot trimming and general checkups as well as giving a blade shearing demonstration.
In the afternoon Sabin from Twinfelt will teach you how to turn wool straight of the sheep's back into a stunning looking sitting pad that looks like a sheepskin,
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Chiropractic are isn't just about relieving back pain - it's about facilitating our own body's amazing ability to heal and … View moreThe nervous system plays a vital role in our overall wellness - including autonomic regulation, adaptation, healing and daily function. 💪🧘♀️
Chiropractic are isn't just about relieving back pain - it's about facilitating our own body's amazing ability to heal and thrive!
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Dear neighbours, looking ahead to summer (we can't wait!) and the glut of crops, we're looking for recipes for either plum or cucumber dishes, to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by December 3, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the … View moreDear neighbours, looking ahead to summer (we can't wait!) and the glut of crops, we're looking for recipes for either plum or cucumber dishes, to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by December 3, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the December issue of NZ Gardener.
Are you keen to support your community? Have you thought about volunteering? You'll gain valuable skills and support your community at the same time! We have hundreds of volunteer roles on our website. You can search by location and/or role category, e.g, Animals, Practical Help, Retail, … View moreAre you keen to support your community? Have you thought about volunteering? You'll gain valuable skills and support your community at the same time! We have hundreds of volunteer roles on our website. You can search by location and/or role category, e.g, Animals, Practical Help, Retail, Environment, Administration, etc. Check them out at the link below!
For many people, the thought of downsizing and moving to a new house can be pretty daunting, especially if you’ve lived in the family home for the last 20 to 30 years. But if you take the plunge, it can open the door for you to truly expand your life.
There are two things to consider when … View moreFor many people, the thought of downsizing and moving to a new house can be pretty daunting, especially if you’ve lived in the family home for the last 20 to 30 years. But if you take the plunge, it can open the door for you to truly expand your life.
There are two things to consider when you’ve decided to sell up – how to present your home so it’s appealing to buyers and packing up your home for the physical move.
Before you jump into renovations to make the place look shiny and new, think carefully about the value they will add to the house and whether you’ll recover that cost in the sale price. Renovations can be costly, stressful and time-consuming, so they’re only worth making if they’ll add significant value to your house sale.
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Christmas is on its way and for those of us with family across the country this means posting gifts from afar. Unfortunately, with the rise of mail theft in our communities, this can be risky business. Have you had a parcel stolen in your neighbourhood? Vote in our poll and share below whether this… View moreChristmas is on its way and for those of us with family across the country this means posting gifts from afar. Unfortunately, with the rise of mail theft in our communities, this can be risky business. Have you had a parcel stolen in your neighbourhood? Vote in our poll and share below whether this influences how you're gifting nowadays.
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