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Labour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who… View moreLabour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who inspires you to give your best? Your family, community leaders, coworkers, or someone else?
These kΔkΔpΕ, rainbow lorikeet and ruru birds are a hoot for the kids to make using pinecones and their favourite Resene colours. Find out how to make and paint your own feathered friends with these easy step by step instructions.
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card π
*Unleash your … View moreIt is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card π
*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!
Yes we will be welcoming the ghouls, witches and others on halloween. Gates will be open between 5pm and 8pm. Meet us at 1 Great North Rd if you dare!
SH43 remains closed between Stratford and Taumarunui townships, due to several fallen trees at several locations.
Road users are advised to avoid travelling to and/or through this area until further notice.
Well we all know about the problems up there with businesses going bust because the underground digging took too long... So, how about this:
Boston (Massachusetts, USA) was the first town/country in the world to get itself an under-street 'subway'... It was started on 28 March, 1895 … View moreWell we all know about the problems up there with businesses going bust because the underground digging took too long... So, how about this:
Boston (Massachusetts, USA) was the first town/country in the world to get itself an under-street 'subway'... It was started on 28 March, 1895 and the first part was finished on 1st September 1897. Meanwhile, life carried on as normal above ground, as the men worked night AND day.
Over 200,000 people paid 5-cents each to travel on the one-half-mile length of their new underground line... That was on opening day; then it was followed up by two more sections being built and was finally finished in November 1898 at a cost of US$4-million (without a government loan of any type, just several far-seeing men who were obviously rich AND sorted)
Between 1897 and 2025, what has happened ? Not very much as far as I can tell...
Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.
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We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit around real work. Whether youβre an employer building a capable team or someone starting, our flexible options make it easy to gain the skills and confidence to thrive.
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Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
When the odds seem stacked against you, this mindful craft project is a way to find peace. Create your own balance rocks using wood and Resene Waterborne Woodsman testpots. Find out how to make and stain your own wooden balancing rocks with these easy step by step instructions.
Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So whatβs the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? π
… View moreKiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So whatβs the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? π
Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.
Weβre celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.
To enter, simply tell us what youβre planting this spring and share your best gardening … View moreWeβre celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.
To enter, simply tell us what youβre planting this spring and share your best gardening tip.
Winners announced Wednesday, October 29 - good luck and happy gardening! ?
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A big thank you to the sponsors of our 2025 Egmont Lamb & Calf championships that will be held here at the Egmont Show Grounds this weekend: NZ Farmers Livestock - Taranaki, NRM, Canter for Cancer, Taranaki Vet Centre Pets, Fonterra, LIC & Subway Hawera.
Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!
Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZβs Most Trusted Paint
Your cozy reading nook, a sunlit verandah, or a steaming mug of coffee with your curled up cat ...
Weβd love to see a corner of your indoor happy place. Share a photo below...
Big news! Ryman has won Best Provider Nationwide at the 2025 Seniors New Zealand Awards - for the 6th time!
Leading the way in retirement living and aged care, again and again.
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