Central Hawkes Bay District, Waipukurau

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2427 days ago

Poll: What part does meat play in your diet?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

More Kiwis are cutting back on meat; more farmers are noticing the downturn. So what part does meat play in your diet?

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What part does meat play in your diet?
  • 52% I eat meat most days
    52% Complete
  • 29.2% I am reducing the amount of meat in my diet
    29.2% Complete
  • 4.5% I eat only white meat
    4.5% Complete
  • 3% I eat only fish
    3% Complete
  • 7.2% I don't eat any meat
    7.2% Complete
  • 4% I don't eat any animal products at all
    4% Complete
2794 votes
2427 days ago

Live chat recap: Your gardening dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Gardening expert and author Lynda Hallinan joined us us live on Homed on Valentine's Day to share her love of gardening and answer your plant-based dilemmas.

If you missed it, you can see what Lynda had to say and maybe get some new ideas to try in your own garden, by clicking here.

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2427 days ago

Humble sausage sizzle raises much needed funds for local charities

The Warehouse New Zealand

We’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk … View moreWe’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk past don’t forget to purchase a sausage sizzle as all funds go back to your local community. Watch the video

2428 days ago

Turn your small business into a big one

BNZ

Got a great product or service? A decent sales track record? And a satisfied base of happy customers? Then it's time to turn your small business into a big one. Check out our six simple and insightful tips on how to do just that - and increase your revenue without overstretching your assets. Read more

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2432 days ago

Take your skills on an adventure!

Volunteer Services Abroad

Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View more
Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.

Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Find out more!

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2434 days ago

Napier girls

Amy from Central Hawkes Bay District

Hi there,
Hope you are all well.
We are new to Waipawa and I am looking to see if there are any other parents/caregivers with girls attending Napier Girls High school on a daily basis - perhaps we could carpool?

Or anyone other ideas?

Hope you are all well :)

2436 days ago

No water? Happens.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

What would you do without water? Fill up clean, empty bottles today, so you're ready when it happens. www.happens.nz...

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2436 days ago

Our antique buyers are coming to Hawkes Bay!

Goldco International Limited

Family not interested? Have you stopped collecting? Downsizing or moving? Lying in a cupboard unused? Unwanted jewellery? Would cash be more useful?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers next week. We will buy single items or complete collections. Check out … View more
Family not interested? Have you stopped collecting? Downsizing or moving? Lying in a cupboard unused? Unwanted jewellery? Would cash be more useful?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers next week. We will buy single items or complete collections. Check out our poster for dates and times!
Learn more

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Goldco Antique Buyers Dates & Times.pdf Download View

2437 days ago

Te rā o ngā Tamariki is just one month away!

The Team from Children's Day

Check out the Children's Day events that are already planned in neighbourhoods all around Aotearoa!

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2437 days ago

Building a home? You'll love this FREE info session.

The Team from Jennian Homes

Listen to what our home building experts have to offer or come prepared with questions. "What building materials should we use?", "How can we include energy-saving features?", " How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined?" or "How can we … View moreListen to what our home building experts have to offer or come prepared with questions. "What building materials should we use?", "How can we include energy-saving features?", " How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined?" or "How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?"

Questions like these are exactly the sort of things we can help with at our Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
Book now

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2439 days ago

SUMMER EVENTS PART TWO IS ALMOST HERE! ☀️🏞

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We’ve split up our programme into two halves, and the second half is fast approaching! Tickets for events from 17 Feb onwards will be available to be booked from 7 Feb onwards (that’s next week!)

Check out our website for a full list of events and pick up your copy of the brochure at your … View more
We’ve split up our programme into two halves, and the second half is fast approaching! Tickets for events from 17 Feb onwards will be available to be booked from 7 Feb onwards (that’s next week!)

Check out our website for a full list of events and pick up your copy of the brochure at your local library!

And don’t forget to enter our #getoutdoorsgw photo competition!

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2439 days ago

Paying too much for power?

Electric Kiwi

No contracts. Free hour of off-peak power every day. Learn more. Find out more

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2439 days ago

Have you seen a Māui dolphin?

World Wide Fund for Nature

Māui dolphins are the world’s rarest marine dolphin, with only 63 surviving today. They’re critically endangered, but this year we have a chance to save them. Less than 30% of their habitat is protected from deadly set nets. Now the government is reviewing their plan for protecting these … View moreMāui dolphins are the world’s rarest marine dolphin, with only 63 surviving today. They’re critically endangered, but this year we have a chance to save them. Less than 30% of their habitat is protected from deadly set nets. Now the government is reviewing their plan for protecting these precious dolphins.

That’s where you come in. The more data we have about where Māui dolphins swim, the more chance we have of protecting them. If you see a dolphin with a rounded send it in!

Just call 0800 FOR MAUIS or head over to our website.
Report a sighting now

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2440 days ago

🚨 ⚠️ SEVERE WEATHER WARNINGS EFFECTING PUBLIC TRANSPORT 1 FEBRUARY ⚠️ 🚨

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

If you haven't seen or heard, there is a major storm happening, resulting in a combination of strong winds, large swells and high tides. Please keep safe. There have been power outages across the country and some tree/branches falling.

For public transport updates please check our website … View more
If you haven't seen or heard, there is a major storm happening, resulting in a combination of strong winds, large swells and high tides. Please keep safe. There have been power outages across the country and some tree/branches falling.

For public transport updates please check our website and Twitter for up-to-date messaging, or alternatively call our contact centre 0800 801 700. Some delays during peak hours may occur.

FERRIES:
All ferries today have been cancelled.

TRAINS:
Currently, all trains are operating as usual. However, today there have been some bus shuttle replacements in sections of some lines, so be prepared for this possibly happening again. As wind and sea levels rise, this may happen again. Be prepared for some delays as wind may result in speed restrictions.

BUSES:
Currently, all buses are running as usual. There have been a few road closures today with debris falling, however there are so far no stop closures or road diversions. As wind picks up there may possibly be some diversions and delays.

www.metlink.org.nz...

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2440 days ago

Community-led Development (CLD) workshops coming to a town near you!

Sarah Bichan from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.

Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having … View more
Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.

Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having conversations that really matter – and having FUN.
Coming to Auckland, Wellington & Tauranga

Workshop 2: Leading in Communities
This workshop explores frameworks and tools for thinking, acting and leading amidst complexity, where leadership is primarily about continuous learning on the job. 
Coming to Nelson, Taranaki & Wellington

Workshop 3: Connections and Collaboration
This workshop will help you to map and tap into the strengths of your wider community, assess your community relationships, apply tools to build and sustain stakeholder relationships.
Coming to Christchurch, Auckland & Whangarei

Check out our website for further details and to register: inspiringcommunities.org.nz...

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