Gonville, Wanganui

Fact Friday!

Fact Friday!

1974: The ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation) begins operation, a world-unique "no-fault" insurance scheme. Got an interesting fact? Share it.

58 days ago

Emma’s wedding dress reveal tells a different love story

Jane Winstone Retirement Village

A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.

But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 … View more
A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.

But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 years ago at the age of 37.

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62 days ago

250 litre blue drums

Wally from Marton

I have a couple of these available currently...
Ideal cut in half for growing small fruit trees as container plants...Phone me on 0800 466464 Wally Richards

Free

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88 days ago

Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.

Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.

We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?

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As a customer, what do you think about automation?
  • 9.7% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
    9.7% Complete
  • 43.1% I want to be able to choose.
    43.1% Complete
  • 47.2% Against. I want to deal with people.
    47.2% Complete
2669 votes
65 days ago

Ready to make the most of retirement?

Jane Winstone Retirement Village

From hobbies to adventures, there’s so much to enjoy!
- Explore new hobbies like gardening or painting
- Stay active with walking groups or cycling trails
- Learn something new with online courses or local classes
- Give back through volunteering or mentoring

Read the full article and… View more
From hobbies to adventures, there’s so much to enjoy!
- Explore new hobbies like gardening or painting
- Stay active with walking groups or cycling trails
- Learn something new with online courses or local classes
- Give back through volunteering or mentoring

Read the full article and take our fun quiz to find out which activities suit your personality best below!

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71 days ago

Cardboard from cartons

Wally from Marton

Free heavier duty carton cardboard idea for garden weed suppression in gardens or as boxes. Phone 0800 466464 to arrange pick up from our Marton Warehouse.

Free

74 days ago

Longer prescriptions are here

Health NZ

Some people with stable, long-term health conditions may be able to get prescriptions that last up to 12 months.

People with a 12 month prescription will still collect three months’ supply of medicine at a time, from the pharmacy.

Ask your doctor if 12 month prescriptions are right for you.
Find out more

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78 days ago

Build Your Own Beach Wagon

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Load up this handy trolley with your bucket and spade, boogie boards and towels for a fun day at the beach. But first it’s time to get DIYing to build and paint it. Find out how to create and paint your own handy outdoor wagon with these easy step by step instructions.

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85 days ago

Incase of emergency

Suzanne from Whanganui

EVERYONE SHOULD DOWNLOAD BITCHAT ON YOUR PHONE INCASE THE SYSTEM GOES DOWN OR CUT OFF INCASE OF EMERGENCY. ITS FREE AND DONT NEED WIFI. THE MORE WHO USE IT THE BETTER. GET IT OUT THERE PLEASE. THERE IS A UTUBE TELLING YOU HOW TO DOWNLOAD BITCHAT IF YOU NEED HELP.

85 days ago

Righten Your Day with DIY Painted Lawn Games

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Let the games begin! Family young and old will be entertained with lawn games that can brighten up your day. Find out how to create and paint your own outdoor games with these easy step by step instructions.

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86 days ago

Scam Alert: Text scam

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link!

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us ❌

Report to Department of Internal … View more
If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link!

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us ❌

Report to Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) for free by forwarding to 7726.

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92 days ago

Spark Creativity with DIY Fairy Doors Using Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Fire up your kids' imaginations and get creative with Resene paints to make your own fairy doors. Find out how to create and paint your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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93 days ago

Get painting and wallpapering - Sale now on at Resene ColorShops!

Resene

For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops. Find out more

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99 days ago

Poll: How are you feeling about the role of AI in business and everyday life? 🤖💻

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post reports that nearly two-thirds of business leaders are feeling optimistic about 2026 ... with much of that confidence driven by the rollout of AI.

We want to know: How are you feeling about the growing role of AI in business and everyday life?

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How are you feeling about the role of AI in business and everyday life? 🤖💻
  • 6.1% Excited
    6.1% Complete
  • 73.2% Cautious
    73.2% Complete
  • 20.7% Somewhere in between
    20.7% Complete
1430 votes
94 days ago

2 weeks left to enter The Summer Kiwi Quiz!

Summer Kiwi Quiz - 2026

Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 5 Ooni Karu 2 Portable Pizza Oven bundles, valued at $1024!

All you have to do is grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Summer Quiz! Answer the daily New Zealand based questions, the more answers you … View more
Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 5 Ooni Karu 2 Portable Pizza Oven bundles, valued at $1024!

All you have to do is grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Summer Quiz! Answer the daily New Zealand based questions, the more answers you enter correctly, the higher your chance of winning. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.

The team at Stuff
Enter Here

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122 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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