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I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the … View moreI'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
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Wednesday 10 December, 10am - 3pm
Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.
More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.
The best way is to experience it for … View moreWednesday 10 December, 10am - 3pm
Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.
More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.
The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if itβs approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to … View moreThe Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if itβs approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area.
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the … View moreFrom 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedinβs Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways… View moreAs Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedinβs Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
π βA good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the sellerβs Facebook profile was created. If itβs very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.β
π Another important step is to make sure the sellerβs profile name and bank account name match up. βWeβre seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - thatβs a huge red flag."
π βWhen youβre selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
π βQuite frankly, itβs best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
π "If youβre buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if itβs stolen or if thereβs money owed on it.β
A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105
The New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.
Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing … View moreThe New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.
Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga MΔori and Te Ao MΔori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.
As Aucklandβs only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.
Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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Sheβs speaking up for safer roads for her and her classmatesβfuelled by a desire for independence and maybe even a budding interest in politics.
So hereβs the big question: how do we create space for every voice in our community to be heard?
Itβs great that the Council is paying … View moreSheβs speaking up for safer roads for her and her classmatesβfuelled by a desire for independence and maybe even a budding interest in politics.
So hereβs the big question: how do we create space for every voice in our community to be heard?
Itβs great that the Council is paying attention π but what small actions can we all take to keep our whole community involved and engaged?
From late November 2025 to February 2026 there will be roadworks on Great South Road near SH1 Bombay interchange.
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Works will include weigh plate and electronic sign installation at separate locations as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Programme.Β
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Find out how it will affect your … View moreFrom late November 2025 to February 2026 there will be roadworks on Great South Road near SH1 Bombay interchange.
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Works will include weigh plate and electronic sign installation at separate locations as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Programme.Β
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Find out how it will affect your journey through the area.
These blossoms made from Resene wallpaper left over after decorating will mean your dΓ©cor will be blooming gorgeous, no matter the season. Find out how to create your own wallpaper flowers with these easy step by step instructions.
Mark your calendars! The Upper Hutt Santa Parade is back this Christmas. Come join the fun as the communityβs favourite Christmas movie comes alive in a magical display of floats, music, and festive cheer.
Date: Sunday 14 December 2025
Time: 3PM | Rain or shine
Location: Main Street, Upper … View moreMark your calendars! The Upper Hutt Santa Parade is back this Christmas. Come join the fun as the communityβs favourite Christmas movie comes alive in a magical display of floats, music, and festive cheer.
Date: Sunday 14 December 2025
Time: 3PM | Rain or shine
Location: Main Street, Upper Hutt
Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie has some lovely baking ideas for your next masterpiece!, come on in and grab a bargain!
Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie is open 7 days a week 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday, and 10 am to 4 pm Sunday, at 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie
We hope to see you here soon!
The team at Red … View moreRed Cross Shop Kilbirnie has some lovely baking ideas for your next masterpiece!, come on in and grab a bargain!
Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie is open 7 days a week 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday, and 10 am to 4 pm Sunday, at 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie
We hope to see you here soon!
The team at Red Cross shop Kilbirnie
At Waterford, life feels wonderfully effortless. Enjoy modern apartment living, peaceful harbour views and a warm, welcoming community. With cafΓ©s, boardwalks and the ferry close by, everything you love is within easy reach. Discover a lifestyle that brings calm, connection and a real sense of … View moreAt Waterford, life feels wonderfully effortless. Enjoy modern apartment living, peaceful harbour views and a warm, welcoming community. With cafΓ©s, boardwalks and the ferry close by, everything you love is within easy reach. Discover a lifestyle that brings calm, connection and a real sense of home.
Weβve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- … View moreWeβve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed
Click read more for the full list of tips.
At Triton Hearing Kapiti, youβll find us on Amohia Street in a spacious, welcoming clinic with easy flat-access parking. Our friendly team supports the Kapiti community, providing expert care in a relaxed, lounge-style environment.
From routine hearing checks to advanced solutions, we ensure … View moreAt Triton Hearing Kapiti, youβll find us on Amohia Street in a spacious, welcoming clinic with easy flat-access parking. Our friendly team supports the Kapiti community, providing expert care in a relaxed, lounge-style environment.
From routine hearing checks to advanced solutions, we ensure every visit is simple and personalised. We love seeing clients reconnect with the sounds and moments theyβve been missing, whether itβs a loved oneβs voice, music, or everyday life. Family-friendly and community focused, our Kapiti clinic makes hearing easy and enjoyable for everyone.
Wellington Police are appealing for information following the stabbing of a young man in Te Aro, Wellington, on Sunday morning.
Police were called to the serious incident about 4:10am, in a carpark between Wakefield Street and Tory Street. The victim sustained multiple stab wounds to the arm and… View moreWellington Police are appealing for information following the stabbing of a young man in Te Aro, Wellington, on Sunday morning.
Police were called to the serious incident about 4:10am, in a carpark between Wakefield Street and Tory Street. The victim sustained multiple stab wounds to the arm and the back.
He was taken to hospital and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit. The man remains in hospital in a stable condition.
Wellington Area Investigations Manager Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch says the man is lucky to not have died. βThe victim sustained multiple wounds in his back, any of which could have been fatal.
βThis could have very easily been a homicide investigation.
βWhat we know is there were a significant number of people in the surrounding area when this happened β we need to hear from these people.
βIf you saw any part of what unfolded we want to hear from you.β
Investigators are continuing to follow strong lines of enquiry to locate the people responsible, but Detective Senior Sergeant Leitch urged anyone with footage, or who witnessed the incident to contact Police as soon as possible.
If you have any information which may assist, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 251130/5482.
A local landlord in Riccarton https ://www.enviroflo.co.nz/ |booked what was meant to be a simple, routine CCTV drain check, | just a bit of peace of mind for a tidy, well-kept rental. But under that neat garden and solid paths, our camera told a different storyβ¦
We found several cracks and … View moreA local landlord in Riccarton https ://www.enviroflo.co.nz/ |booked what was meant to be a simple, routine CCTV drain check, | just a bit of peace of mind for a tidy, well-kept rental. But under that neat garden and solid paths, our camera told a different storyβ¦
We found several cracks and offsets in the old ceramic drain lines, likely hidden damage from the 2010β2011 quakes. Nothing too dramatic yet, but it was only a matter of time before things got messy.
Luckily, the property still had an EQC (now Natural Hazards Commission) claim on record. Our team stepped in to help the owner with the process, and before long, the repairs were fully approved and sorted at no extra cost to them.
We replaced the damaged sections, tidied everything up, and left both the tenant and landlord relieved theyβd caught the problem early.
Moral of the story: sometimes a βroutine checkβ can save you a lot of stress (and cash) down the line!
Have you claimed your free drain check with Enviroflo yet?
You might be surprised. Scammers are getting slicker, sneakier, and a whole lot more convincing, and theyβre targeting everyone from students to grandparents.
Before you brush it off with βIβd never fall for that,β give your scam radar a quick tune-up! Test yourself with Netsafeβs fun … View moreYou might be surprised. Scammers are getting slicker, sneakier, and a whole lot more convincing, and theyβre targeting everyone from students to grandparents.
Before you brush it off with βIβd never fall for that,β give your scam radar a quick tune-up! Test yourself with Netsafeβs fun new Scam Spotting Quiz or try our online module for even more skill-building.
Scams can catch anyone β even the careful ones.
Keep your wits (and your wallet) about you!
At The Helier, retirement feels like a fresh beginning. Light-filled modern apartments, thoughtfully designed spaces and a warm, welcoming community create a place where you can live well and stay connected. Enjoy a lifestyle that feels easy, uplifting and entirely your own, right in the heart of … View moreAt The Helier, retirement feels like a fresh beginning. Light-filled modern apartments, thoughtfully designed spaces and a warm, welcoming community create a place where you can live well and stay connected. Enjoy a lifestyle that feels easy, uplifting and entirely your own, right in the heart of the Bays.
Many New Zealand gardens arenβt seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days β the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, whoβs made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours … View moreMany New Zealand gardens arenβt seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days β the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, whoβs made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
With Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, weβre on the hunt for NZβs Most Loved Christmas Tree!
Whether itβs bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading… View moreWith Christmas fast approaching and trees beginning to twinkle in homes across New Zealand, weβre on the hunt for NZβs Most Loved Christmas Tree!
Whether itβs bursting with colour, elegantly minimal, or filled with sentimental touches from years past, we want to see how Kiwis are spreading Christmas magic this season.
And now for the showstopper... π
One tree will rise above them all, capturing the most public votes and the title of NZβs Most Loved Christmas Tree 2025, along with the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange, this yearβs ultimate Christmas prize. ππ
To spread the cheer even further, four lucky trees will be chosen as Santaβs Lucky Trees, each receiving a $200 Space General Gift Voucher, the perfect way to add extra sparkle this season. π
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Need a tree first? Explore our beautiful range here and start your Christmas magic!
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Public voting opens: 10 November 2025
β³ Entries close: 17 December 2025
π Winners unwrapped before Christmas β so strike a pose and share your festive masterpiece!
Hi neighbours!
At Grahamβs Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a βget-it-doneβ attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View moreHi neighbours!
At Grahamβs Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a βget-it-doneβ attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. Weβre tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.
Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.
Message us today for a free quote, weβd love to help bring your home to life!
Awatere is a vibrant, modern village where friendships are easy and everyday living feels inspired. Enjoy beautifully designed apartments, spaces to gather, and a community that supports doing more of what you love. From social clubs to quiet moments, itβs all here when you want it.
Our best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether youβre after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, thereβs a little something for everyone (and a … View moreOur best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether youβre after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, thereβs a little something for everyone (and a handy way to get your gifting sorted without leaving home).
The plasma in your blood can help treat over 50 different illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11 lifesaving products. But demand is outpacing the supply. Luckily thereβs a new place to donate plasma. NZ Bloodβs new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive … View moreThe plasma in your blood can help treat over 50 different illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11 lifesaving products. But demand is outpacing the supply. Luckily thereβs a new place to donate plasma. NZ Bloodβs new donor centre at 65 Constellation Drive on Aucklandβs North Shore is now open.
Book now to donate at nzblood.co.nz/plasma, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325
Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If youβd like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. … View moreShopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If youβd like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. Shifting a portion of that toward small, local retailers can make a huge difference for the wider small-business economy.
Read business journalist Aimee Shaw's piece.
At The Bayview, stunning views and relaxed, resort-style living set the tone for every day. Light-filled apartments, friendly neighbours and quality amenities create a lifestyle that feels uplifting and beautifully easy. Make the most of Taurangaβs sunshine in a place designed for comfort and … View moreAt The Bayview, stunning views and relaxed, resort-style living set the tone for every day. Light-filled apartments, friendly neighbours and quality amenities create a lifestyle that feels uplifting and beautifully easy. Make the most of Taurangaβs sunshine in a place designed for comfort and connection.
Purchased from Marketplace 5 years ago and hardly used. Has been stored in garage. Taking up space. In very good condition. Includes basket. Refer to photos.
Get ready to jingle all the bargains! Crackerjackβs Christmas range is bursting with sweet treats, chocolates, fun pressies, toys for the little ones (and furry friends!), plus festive dΓ©cor, accessories, stocking stuffers and Secret Santa winners!
Whether youβre looking for gifting inspo … View moreGet ready to jingle all the bargains! Crackerjackβs Christmas range is bursting with sweet treats, chocolates, fun pressies, toys for the little ones (and furry friends!), plus festive dΓ©cor, accessories, stocking stuffers and Secret Santa winners!
Whether youβre looking for gifting inspo or filling the trolley with bargains this festive season, youβll find it all in store and online at Crackerjack.
New Zealand homeowners are now more likely to sell at a loss than at any time since 2013, and if youβre in Auckland or Wellington, the odds are even higher.
But there is a silver lining: buyers are still in a strong position when it comes to negotiating prices.
So weβre curiousβ¦
How … View moreNew Zealand homeowners are now more likely to sell at a loss than at any time since 2013, and if youβre in Auckland or Wellington, the odds are even higher.
But there is a silver lining: buyers are still in a strong position when it comes to negotiating prices.
So weβre curiousβ¦
How are you feeling about the current property market?
If youβre keen to dive into the details, Deborah Morris breaks down all the latest insights.
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