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510 days ago

Which NZ town does winter best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

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We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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509 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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509 days ago

ALTERNATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PROCESSES - Workshop 30 July 9-12pm

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Brian and Jane from Brass and Glass Photographic Alchemy are coming to Inverlochy to teach this exciting, introductory workshop. You will see the magic of silver and light combining to create a 19th century tintype. Beginning with a short Powerpoint presentation into the history and process with … View moreBrian and Jane from Brass and Glass Photographic Alchemy are coming to Inverlochy to teach this exciting, introductory workshop. You will see the magic of silver and light combining to create a 19th century tintype. Beginning with a short Powerpoint presentation into the history and process with original historic images to view. You will then have the opportunity to craft your own portrait tintype. With care, your priceless heirloom photograph will last for decades without fading or changing colour. Tintypes are created in an authentic bellows camera, processed under red light in a darkroom, then washed, dried and varnished.
Book here
www.inverlochy.org.nz...

510 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
Find out more

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513 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Picture and words from Louise Thomas.
"It's not enough to catch your dinner, you also have to stop your mates from nabbing it. I was pretty pleased with this photo from Henley Lake in Masterton. I've entered it in the NZ Geo competition, but even if I don't get anywhere, I … View more
Picture and words from Louise Thomas.
"It's not enough to catch your dinner, you also have to stop your mates from nabbing it. I was pretty pleased with this photo from Henley Lake in Masterton. I've entered it in the NZ Geo competition, but even if I don't get anywhere, I still think it's a cracker. Three black shags/māpunga (Phalacrocorax carbo) fighting over an eel."

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511 days ago

Bright Spots is extended!

Resene

We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or … View more
We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or two of a Bright Spot and sharing it here. There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter now

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513 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?

Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addictive eating.

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513 days ago

Warm welcomes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Create a dramatic entrance using a red door in your favourite Resene red.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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517 days ago

Poll: Should salaries be public?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below … View more
A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below - type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should salaries be public?
  • 51.9% Yes, it would be fairer
    51.9% Complete
  • 38% No, it should be private
    38% Complete
  • 10.2% I don't know - I'd need more information
    10.2% Complete
1712 votes
514 days ago

Win this brand new Wānaka home!

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort, plus incredible lake and mountain views!

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Buy tickets

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544 days ago

Was the council wrong to decline this rātā blossom sculpture?

Reporter The Post

A community business group backed by Wētā Workshop is contesting a decision which saw its bid to build a sculpture of a rātā blossom on a piece of council-owned land declined.
The group wanted the sculpture to sit below the Wellington sign on the hill at the north end of the airport, but the … View more
A community business group backed by Wētā Workshop is contesting a decision which saw its bid to build a sculpture of a rātā blossom on a piece of council-owned land declined.
The group wanted the sculpture to sit below the Wellington sign on the hill at the north end of the airport, but the council said no.
Let us know what you think.

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517 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A belated Friday Feathered Friend. This week we feature a top pic from Andrew Gorrie, who enjoys photographing birds in his Kelson garden.

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515 days ago

Free Teen Arts & Crafts Workshop

Daisey Bingham from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Karori Arts & Crafts, with sponsorship from Karori Rotary Club, has a series of FREE workshops starting the first week of the school holidays.
The first in the series is Scrap Happy Embroidery on 4 July from 1 to 4pm. Visit our website for a full description of the course www.kacc.org.nz...
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Karori Arts & Crafts, with sponsorship from Karori Rotary Club, has a series of FREE workshops starting the first week of the school holidays.
The first in the series is Scrap Happy Embroidery on 4 July from 1 to 4pm. Visit our website for a full description of the course www.kacc.org.nz...
To register please email info@KACC.org.nz

515 days ago

PLAYGROUP CO-ORDINATOR WANTED!

Glenna Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

Do you have experience working with children in an educational setting – preferably Early Childhood? Maybe you’ve been teaching and are looking to reduce your hours for some work/life balance.
We’re looking for a new Playgroup Coordinator who has enthusiasm for working with young children … View more
Do you have experience working with children in an educational setting – preferably Early Childhood? Maybe you’ve been teaching and are looking to reduce your hours for some work/life balance.
We’re looking for a new Playgroup Coordinator who has enthusiasm for working with young children and their families to run our Community Playgroup. Our playgroup runs three times a week during term time (yes that means school holidays off!); Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.45am -12.15pm. The role is 12.5 hours per week, including pack up and administration.
This is a sole charge position, but you’ll have the support of your manager - the Community House Coordinator - when needed. You’ll be excited to encourage parent involvement in running Playgroup, able to manage finances and donations, and provide a safe and stimulating environment for the children and their caregivers.
You’ll have a passion for running exciting and varied learning programmes for young children aged 0-5 years old. Of course, you’ll love what you do and be keen to get amongst the Hataitai Community.
Your ability to work well with parents and caregivers is vital and an ECE qualification or similar teaching qualification is an advantage, as you will be following Te Whaariki (the NZ Early Childhood Curriculum) and work alongside the Ministry of Education to meet early childcare requirements.
Please note applicants will need to pass a New Zealand Police Children's Worker Safety Check. To apply send your cover letter and CV through Seek.
Job applications close 12 July 2023.
For more information or to apply for the role, head to: www.seek.co.nz...

515 days ago

Snow is forecast!

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

The annual Greytown Festival of Christmas returns with a flurry of excitement this weekend. Remarkably, snow is forecast for this year's mid-winter festival and Greytown is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland for the entire month of July. Sparkly lights and magical projections on … View moreThe annual Greytown Festival of Christmas returns with a flurry of excitement this weekend. Remarkably, snow is forecast for this year's mid-winter festival and Greytown is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland for the entire month of July. Sparkly lights and magical projections on the Main Street every evening, snowfall flurries, stargazing, treasure hunts, plus shopping and festive eating & drinking. The jam-packed programme of events, workshops, food, live music and fun can be found here: www.greytownvillage.com....

The first major act of the 2023 festival is the "WBS Big Switch", kicking off from 3pm this Saturday 1 July. Coinciding with the first day of the July School Holidays, the Big Switch is the first reveal to visitors and locals of the festive snow-themed atmosphere, with lighting on for the first time along Greytown's Main St, and a chance to grab a bite to eat from food trucks, browse stores and night markets, get a selfie in the 'snow', and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display at 7pm. Warming up winter - come and join us in Wairarapa.

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