67 days ago

The Sun's in our Court 23.09.24

Murray from Paraparaumu

The vernal (spring) equinox (equal night) occurred at 12.43 this morning when the sun crossed the equator into our hemisphere. It’s the time when day and night are of approximately equal length. It also means sunrise was due east and sunset will be due west.

Kāpiti’s spring was particularly early this year with most of the springing being done in August, largely due to mild night temperatures, but has turned out slightly cooler than average and much wetter.

The painting below, Spring, is by Botticelli and is one of the most famous in western art. I doubt you’ll find these goings-on in Waikanae Park though.

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If eleven plus two equals one, what does nine plus five equal?

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1 day ago

Retirement village 65 Ratanui Rd

Russell from Paraparaumu

Summerset have applied to the council to build a village ,about 263 units at 65 Ratanui Rd, it appears it is before council now for consent does anybody know about this

1 day ago

Holly hocks

Dianne from Paraparaumu

Hi neighbour's I was wondering if anyone had any pink Holly hock seeds that they are willing to sell like the photo.
Thank you

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