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Santa Claus to visit Old Government Buildings
With 22 chimneys to choose from, even Santa Claus will be impressed with Old Government Buildings in Wellington as the venue for a new heritage Christmas market from 18 to 20 December.
The country’s largest wooden building, completed in 1876, is managed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. This year it will host its first Ngā Rama Wherikoriko Pō me Te Mākete Kirihimete Night Lights and Christmas Market to celebrate the creative talents of the community. Visitors to the market will experience a Christmas wonderland in magical lights, with traditional Christmas carols, a twilight market with food and goods stalls – all set against a stunning heritage backdrop.
The market will have a real family focus and run from 5pm to 10pm from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 December. Shane McAlister from, The Ukulele Institute will MC the show, and perform along with a team of other talented artists, including, Orpheus Choir Wellington performing on Sunday 20th.
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Cast your mind back to when Aotearoa New Zealand had a 5¢ coin, and try to figure out this one, neighbours 🧰
A man went to the hardware store to buy items for his house.
One would cost $.25
Twelve would cost $.50
A hundred and twenty-two would cost $.75
When he left the store he had spent $.75, what did he buy?
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Poll: Do you believe in ghosts?
Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!
Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences in the comments below.
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56.7% Yes
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40.8% No
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2.5% Other - I'll share below
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What's On: Pop-up Hub for Seniors
Pop-up Hub for Seniors
- Seatoun Village Hall