Whanganui, Wanganui

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960 days ago

Odd questions people from overseas ask about NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ … View more
Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ is a state of Australia (see below). Have you ever been asked anything surprising about NZ? Feel free to message me or comment below. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in the article. Thanks very much for your help and happy travels.

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962 days ago

An Appeal to My Food Bag customers

Lincoln from Whanganui

Bushy Park Tarapuruhi Forest Sanctuary is collecting the wool insulation packs My Food Bag use for frozen and chilled foods to use as plant protectors. We are planning new plantings over several hectares extending our precious forest. Those wool insulations will provide perfect protection for our … View moreBushy Park Tarapuruhi Forest Sanctuary is collecting the wool insulation packs My Food Bag use for frozen and chilled foods to use as plant protectors. We are planning new plantings over several hectares extending our precious forest. Those wool insulations will provide perfect protection for our new plants keeping them moist and stopping them getting swamped by weeds and grass. Bundles of them can be left on the verandah of our Forest Manager at 15 Pitt St, Whanganui or if this is not convenient, phone 027 265 0082 and we will see what we can arrange for pickup.

961 days ago

Brilliant boards

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Transform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured… View moreTransform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured lines or a paint-brush riot – anything goes!

Find out how to create your own.

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961 days ago

Over dealing with SLOW internet?!

The Team from NZ Compare

Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing … View more
Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing your favourite video games, Hyperfibre is going to give you the smoothest experience possible.

Feel the need for speed? Hyperfibre has launched on Broadband Compare. Go check it out now and see if it's right for you!

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961 days ago

Spiritual Meetings

Carol Watt from Wanganui Spiritual and Awareness Centre

Something special this Sunday 27th March 7pm, 256 Wicksteed Street.
PSYCHOMETRY with three of our locals.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Bring along a small personal object (a crystal, piece of jewellery etc).
Place your item on a tray as you enter.
Our mediums will select an item and by tuning into … View more
Something special this Sunday 27th March 7pm, 256 Wicksteed Street.
PSYCHOMETRY with three of our locals.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
Bring along a small personal object (a crystal, piece of jewellery etc).
Place your item on a tray as you enter.
Our mediums will select an item and by tuning into its vibration, bring forward a message to the owner without knowing who that is.
Sounds like fun and you WILL get your items back 😉
Come along on Sunday and enjoy the friendly vibe of our Centre.
There will be a $1 raffle, healing time and a cuppa. Koha appreciated.
Call Carol 0276976308 for enquiries.

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966 days ago

Extreme temperatures test housing materials!

Climate Insights

More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our … View more
More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our residential property report for insight into your property’s potential risks in the future!

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963 days ago

An update on our awesome team in the Ukraine

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in … View more
NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in Ukraine and are in daily meetings with our staff to confirm their safety and well-being.

Our wonderful developers are facing a climate of unpredictability, we felt it was our responsibility to ensure you, our wonderful Neighbours were both aware and understanding that this environment may cause delays to the many projects we have in the works for 2022.

To show support of our brilliant team, we have temporarily changed our logo on our NZ Compare website. WHICH has also been recently refreshed and looking better than ever thanks to this very team! Go check it out!

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963 days ago

Do you have a great walnut recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for walnut recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before March 28, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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966 days ago

APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!

Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

Apply now.
Find out more

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967 days ago

Rocking chair refresh

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Refresh and restore a beautiful old rocking chair with a simple but stylish new look with Resene Enamacryl.

Find out how to create your own.

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968 days ago

Spiritual Meetings

Carol Watt from Wanganui Spiritual and Awareness Centre

This Sunday 20th March 7pm Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed Street.
Local medium Natasha Spicer will be our speaker. She will be sharing her spiritual gifts with us as she communicates with her guides and brings forward clairvoyant messages and spiritual address. Come along and be a part of … View more
This Sunday 20th March 7pm Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed Street.
Local medium Natasha Spicer will be our speaker. She will be sharing her spiritual gifts with us as she communicates with her guides and brings forward clairvoyant messages and spiritual address. Come along and be a part of the lovely vibration and healing energies of our Sanctuary.
Stay for a cuppa and the $1 raffle draw following the meeting.
Koha is always appreciated - jar on the table.
Please swipe the QR poster or sign in on the attendance register.
Wear a mask if you feel more comfortable doing so.
Seating will be be distanced.
Call Carol 027 697 6308 for any enquiries

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968 days ago

Happy St Patrick's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Today is a perfect time to stop and enjoy the company of your neighbours, friends and family!

The team at NZ Compare wish you all good health, good luck and happiness for 2022.

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969 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene ColorShop

Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
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Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
- Cleaning products

Discounts off the normal retail price of Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpaper and cleaning products until 26 April 2022. Available only at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers or shop online. For details see 20% off sale.
Shop online

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970 days ago

High risk of wildfires

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fire and Emergency NZ are asking residents in Manawatu-Whanganui to check on historic fires within the past month and ensure these are fully extinguished.

Community Risk Manager Kerry O’Keefe shares that several large wildfires have started recently due to strong winds reigniting old fires.

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Fire and Emergency NZ are asking residents in Manawatu-Whanganui to check on historic fires within the past month and ensure these are fully extinguished.

Community Risk Manager Kerry O’Keefe shares that several large wildfires have started recently due to strong winds reigniting old fires.

To check these historic fires, residents are asked to dig it up, pour water over it and use the back of your hand to check there is no heat left.

"Check the fire danger and weather forecast. If there is high or extreme fire danger, or it’s hot and windy - please don’t light a fire. In these conditions, it’s too risky that your fire could spread and get out of control," Kerry says.

"Let’s all do our part to prevent a wildfire, and keep our firefighters from attending an avoidable callout."

Before lighting any further fires in the Manawatu-Whanganui area, check the conditions by heading to www.checkitsalright.nz...

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974 days ago

Get ahead - buy heat patches early.

LIC

LIC's heat detection patches can improve accuracy as you lead into AI and help you identify more cows in heat. Set yourself up for success early and check one job off the list ahead of time - you'll thank yourself later.

Talk to your Agri Manager about ordering heat detection patches … View more
LIC's heat detection patches can improve accuracy as you lead into AI and help you identify more cows in heat. Set yourself up for success early and check one job off the list ahead of time - you'll thank yourself later.

Talk to your Agri Manager about ordering heat detection patches early for your herd or buy direct via the LIC Online Shop.
Shop now

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