Buller District, Westport

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

Clean outdoors without scrubbing.  Just spray on Resene Deep Clean and leave it to work with the weather to give you a cleaner surface.

104 days ago

Last few days to enter Santa Paws...

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

If you have a furry friend at home, be sure to submit your entry for this year's Santa Paws campaign - a celebration of the cutest Christmas pets in town!

There's ten great prizes of $100 Prezzy® cards up for grabs - but only a few days left to enter so move fast!

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If you have a furry friend at home, be sure to submit your entry for this year's Santa Paws campaign - a celebration of the cutest Christmas pets in town!

There's ten great prizes of $100 Prezzy® cards up for grabs - but only a few days left to enter so move fast!

Check out the fantastic entries received so far and don't forget to share your photo today!
Share a pet pic now

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104 days ago

Get painting and wallpapering!

Resene

Sale now on at Resene ColorShops! For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops. Find out more

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110 days ago

Is your house NZ's Merriest Home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!

Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to … View more
Many of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!

Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to go into the draw to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home.

The Neighbourly team will choose the finalists but you, our Neighbourly members will vote on the ultimate winner who'll receive the prize of a $600 Prezzy® Card and the title of NZ's Merriest Home. So, go ahead! In the comments below, share your one festive photo to enter.

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106 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF SUMMER DREAMS

The Team from NZ Compare

It's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!

Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy … View more
It's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!

Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy Cards! And now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you hit the jackpot as the lucky winner? Find out now!

If this round didn't bring you the big win, no worries! Keep up with NZ Compare for all the scoop on future contests and cool deals! We're here to brighten up your budget and make things fun.

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108 days ago

Poll: What's Your Gift Ideas?

The Team from NZ Compare

Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!

Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.

For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the … View more
Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!

Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.

For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the goodies from your favourite brands.

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What's Your Gift Ideas?
  • 9% Tech Marvels
    9% Complete
  • 32.2% Gourmet Delights
    32.2% Complete
  • 9.8% Outdoor Adventure Gear
    9.8% Complete
  • 15.7% Beauty & Fashion
    15.7% Complete
  • 33.3% DIY and Handmade Wonders
    33.3% Complete
255 votes
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108 days ago

Service Introduction

Natasha from Grey District

Good evening.
'All of the above’ In-home Senior Care Services Ltd will be available for Greymouth residents from February 2024.
See contact details. Also you can follow my Facebook page for updates.

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110 days ago

Locking up and leaving for adventure

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.

Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A … View more
If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.

Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A highlight in her rowing career was in 2017 when Judy, along with her rowing partner Alison, competed in The World Masters Games, winning a silver medal in the 1000m Women’s Pairs.

She currently holds the title of top women's single sculler in the 70-75 year age group in New Zealand and is second in the North Island for the 65-75 year age group.

Adventure is in Judy’s DNA. She’s always up for hitting the open road and exploring the fantastic wilderness that Aotearoa has to offer. When she’s not rowing, Judy loves to hike. And she’s no stranger to several hard South Island trails.

Having a lifestyle this active and busy means that Judy doesn’t want to be worrying about her home while she is away. She chose Ryman’s Murray Halberg Village because it suits all her needs, right down to the location near the water as well as all the safety and security benefits.

“It’s a lock up and leave it situation,” she says.

Click to read the full story.

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112 days ago

West Coast DoC boss still in dark over future budget

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By local democracy reporter Brendon McMahon:

Warnings are being sounded over possible cuts to the Department of Conservation's (DOC) resources on the West Coast.

Almost 15% of the region's land area is administered and staffed in some way by DOC.

The West Coast region has key … View more
By local democracy reporter Brendon McMahon:

Warnings are being sounded over possible cuts to the Department of Conservation's (DOC) resources on the West Coast.

Almost 15% of the region's land area is administered and staffed in some way by DOC.

The West Coast region has key national visitor sites like Franz Josef Glacier and Punakaiki, dozens of other recreational and heritage visitor sites, and five National Parks either within the region or reaching across its boundaries.

Baseline operating expenditure funding for the Western South Island region for the current financial year is $11.675 million.

West Coast Poutini Conservation Board member Dr Barry Wards, a former Forest and Bird president, said the board should be advocating the department's cause to an incoming government that is looking for savings.

"I get the sense there is a lot of things that are going to come up that are going to cost."

He feared a compromise in the department's capacity for "holding the line" when the new Government was signalling a 6.5% cut to the Public Service.

"It's only going to get worse," Wards said.

Questions of "what might have to go" and whether the department was discussing "cutting back" needed to be aired. Therefore, the board might have a role to play advocate over funding, Wards said.

"From my position, I think this board has the responsibility to advocate for funds not to be cut," he added.

DOC Western South Island director Mark Davies said he could not comment if cost reductions in the department's budgets were even being considered at this early point.

"That is the work of the Government," he said.

He noted there would be a natural transition for the department with the new Government set up.

"We are in the process of adapting to a new Government and a new minister's direction."

That included the department now having three ministers to report to: Conservation, Hunting and Fishing, and Oceans and Fisheries.

The department would also be hosting the sectariate for the new Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, Davies told the November 30 meeting.

He noted the transition in the change would be "a learning experience".

However the director-general of Conservation would be briefing the Government at a 'high level'.

"This is work that will go on between now and Christmas," Davies said.

Chairperson Mike Legge said a general discussion was already underway between conservation board chairs nationally about approaching the new minister, Tama Potaka.

"It hasn't gone very far yet. I think we need to get the measure of the minister," he said.

Davies said the board should "be patient" given the new administration was still being briefed to "get a clearer picture".

He expected the implications to become much clearer from February.

112 days ago

Historic Denniston access reopens in Northern Buller

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By local democracy reporter Brendon McMahon:

Historic access to the Denniston Incline in Northern Buller has reopened after being closed since Cyclone Dovi in February 2022.

The access, administrated by the Department of Conservation, became unstable as slips came down during the cyclone.

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By local democracy reporter Brendon McMahon:

Historic access to the Denniston Incline in Northern Buller has reopened after being closed since Cyclone Dovi in February 2022.

The access, administrated by the Department of Conservation, became unstable as slips came down during the cyclone.

Conns Creek Rd provides access to the foot of the historic Denniston Incline, just inland from Waimangaroa.

The road was once the track bed for a 2.7km branch railway from Waimangaroa to take coal coming down the Denniston Incline for transport the Westport wharves.

The incline, once described as "the eighth wonder of the world", worked from 1880 until its closure in 1967.

It is administered within the DoC Denniston heritage area.

Conns Creek Rd is also the route for the Buller District Council water supply pipeline to the settlement of Waimangaroa.

The road closed while repairs were carried out on significant slips caused by Cyclone Dovi.

DOC Buller area manager Suvi van Smit said the road had about 10 slips along its length, or one slip about every 100m.

"It also affected the water line to Waimangaroa. The track is now open to the public."

However, while pedestrians could now get in, it was not yet suitable for ordinary vehicle access, van Smit told the West Coast Conservation Board.

DOC was working with Heritage New Zealand on historic stone culverts along the road.

The Buller District Council started a $2.3m project in September 2022 to replace its water line, which was completed in winter 2023.

Meanwhile the nearby historic Britannia Track, also administered by DOC, has been closed since early 2021 following a major slip on a rock overhang about 1.2km from the car park.

The historic 12km long pack track leads to the historic Britannia stamper battery towards the Denniston Escarpment.

Board member John Taylor asked if the department had now "written off" the track.

Van Smit said the main erosion problem was at the bottom end of the track due to stream incursion but there were also "large slips" along the track.

"It's very unsafe but due to be reassessed in February."

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113 days ago

Win a family vacation to the Solomon Islands

Stuff NZ

Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! You could be the lucky winner of a mesmerising 4-night getaway to the breathtaking Solomon Islands sponsored by the film Migration and thanks to our friends at Solomon Airlines – all exclusively for our subscribers! Terms and conditions apply.
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Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! You could be the lucky winner of a mesmerising 4-night getaway to the breathtaking Solomon Islands sponsored by the film Migration and thanks to our friends at Solomon Airlines – all exclusively for our subscribers! Terms and conditions apply.

What’s included?
Return flights for a family of 4 from Auckland to Munda, Solomon Islands via Solomon Airlines, a 4-night stay in a family bungalow at Zipolo Habu Resort, the use of kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling equipment, and return Munda Airport transfers are all provided by the accommodation.

Don't miss your chance to turn your dreams into reality. Your ticket to paradise is just a click away! Enter now.

The team at Stuff
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113 days ago

Feel your best self

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

At Ernest Rutherford Village we have warm and comfortable serviced apartments available now. Serviced apartment living means you can spend more time doing the things you love while we take care of the rest.

Call Jacqui on 03 538 0882 to join our welcoming community today.

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114 days ago

Make money from your unused space

Heybarn

Unlock the potential of your unused space, whether it's a shed, garage or paddock and start making it work for you.

Kiwis from all over New Zealand are looking to rent affordable space for storage, a workshop or an event.

Visit - let us help you find the perfect renter for your space.
Find out more

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114 days ago

Summer Dreams Giveaway!

The Team from NZ Compare

WIN 1 of 2*$100 Prezzy Cards to fuel up your festive trip, groceries from your fav supermarket. Spend on goodies for your holiday!
CLICK below to ENTER.

What's your holiday vibe this year? Beach escape, overseas adventure, or a cozy staycation at home? Simply share your plans for a … View more
WIN 1 of 2*$100 Prezzy Cards to fuel up your festive trip, groceries from your fav supermarket. Spend on goodies for your holiday!
CLICK below to ENTER.

What's your holiday vibe this year? Beach escape, overseas adventure, or a cozy staycation at home? Simply share your plans for a chance to WIN!

Ends Dec 14th 2023!

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117 days ago

Poll: Are Crocs the ugliest shoe?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Crocs are a controversial shoe choice across New Zealand with some schools banning them. It's fair to say you either love them or hate them, so which is it? Share if you're a croc-wearer, and vote how you're feeling about their iconic look.

Type 'Not For Print' if you … View more
Crocs are a controversial shoe choice across New Zealand with some schools banning them. It's fair to say you either love them or hate them, so which is it? Share if you're a croc-wearer, and vote how you're feeling about their iconic look.

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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Are Crocs the ugliest shoe?
  • 56.6% Yes, they are very unattractive
    56.6% Complete
  • 15.3% No, they don't look bad
    15.3% Complete
  • 7.4% I think they look great
    7.4% Complete
  • 20.7% They do so much more than look pretty
    20.7% Complete
2778 votes
115 days ago

Have you entered Santa Paws yet?

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

If you have a furry friend at home, make sure you enter them in this year's Santa Paws - brought to you by Southern Cross Pet Insurance.

Whether it's your pooch in front of the Christmas Tree, your kitten curled up in a pile of tinsel or your parrot surrounded by parcels, we want to … View more
If you have a furry friend at home, make sure you enter them in this year's Santa Paws - brought to you by Southern Cross Pet Insurance.

Whether it's your pooch in front of the Christmas Tree, your kitten curled up in a pile of tinsel or your parrot surrounded by parcels, we want to see your pet ready for Christmas.

There's been hundreds of fabulous entries already - take a look here - and make sure you submit your photo today!
Enter now

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