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We are delighted to have Publisher’s Weekly bestselling and critically acclaimed author Jackie Ashenden … View more📚 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐉𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐄 𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐍 𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐄𝐃 𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐏𝐑 @ 𝟕𝐏𝐌 💘
We are delighted to have Publisher’s Weekly bestselling and critically acclaimed author Jackie Ashenden instore to celebrate her latest release BOOK PEOPLE. Come along and meet Jackie, ask your questions (you might win a prize!) and get your book signed.
Date and Time: Wednesday 30 April at 7pm
Venue: Chapter Book and Tea Shop, 442 Mt Eden Rd, Auckland 1024
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BOOK PEOPLE is available at a special price of $24 (vs RRP $27.99). Order ahead to reserve your copy. If you are not able to attend the book launch, but would like a copy signed/personalised and shipped to you, please get in touch or order online. We can organise this for you.
Orders, Enquiries and RSVPs to:
✉️ info@chapter.co.nz ☎️ 09-6232319 📱 021-635027
Or order online: at chapter.co.nz...
Author Bio: Jackie has been writing fiction since she was eleven years old. Mild mannered fantasy/SF/pseudo-literary writer by day, obsessive romance writer by night, she used to balance her writing with the more serious job of librarianship until a chance meeting with another romance writer prompted her to throw off the shackles of her day job and devote herself to the true love of her heart - writing romance. First published in 2013, she has now released more than 70 books (and counting!).
Parking: please be careful where you park because Mt Eden Rd heading south is a clearway until 7pm. Parking is available in the Essex Road public card park (free after 6pm), in the side-streets (no time limits after 6pm) and on Mt Eden Rd heading north. For more parking information, please visit www.mounteden.co.nz....
Bring along a reusable cup: we’ll serve complimentary cups of tea and iced tea.
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BOOK PEOPLE
You have to break some rules to write your own story…
When Kate, a fledgling bookseller, decides to open a bookshop that celebrates the kinds of genre fiction she loves to read (popular and fun!), she’s surprised to find that not everyone in the town is as excited as she is.
Least excited of all? Sebastian, owner of the highbrow bookshop across the road, who has rules for everything: the kind of books he sells, the clothes he wears, and the people he dates (no-one local).
When the pair find themselves working together on the town’s literary festival, their growing attraction becomes harder and harder to ignore. Professional rivalry aside, just one steamy kiss can’t mean anything, can it?
#ChapterBookandTeaShop #JackieAshenden #BookPeople #ContemporaryRomance #RomanticComedy #BookshopRomCom #EnemiesToLovers #SweetAndSpicy #SmallTownRomance #GrumpySunshine #ForcedProximity
Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).
Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing … View moreNicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).
Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing giants still dominate?
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View moreHello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔
Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩
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I’m the smallest number divisible by every digit from 1 to 10 without a remainder—what am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
Want to stop seeing these in your … View moreI’m the smallest number divisible by every digit from 1 to 10 without a remainder—what am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
Want to stop seeing these in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.
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Recent and upcoming arrivals include Jackie Ashenden’s BOOK PEOPLE (NZ Author), Kristen Ciccarelli’s THE REBEL WITCH (Crimson Moth Series), Laurie Gilmore’s THE STRAWBERRY PATCH PANCAKE… View more📚 𝐌𝐀𝐑-𝐀𝐏𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐔𝐄 📚
Recent and upcoming arrivals include Jackie Ashenden’s BOOK PEOPLE (NZ Author), Kristen Ciccarelli’s THE REBEL WITCH (Crimson Moth Series), Laurie Gilmore’s THE STRAWBERRY PATCH PANCAKE HOUSE (Dream Harbour Series), Abby Jimenez’s SAY YOU’LL REMEMBER ME, Loren Little’s A HOUSE OF CLOAKS AND DAGGERS (The Gift War Series), Lucy Score’s STORY OF MY LIFE (Story Lake Series), Elsie Silver’s WILD SIDE (Rose Hill Series) and Kaylie Smith’s PHANTASMA (Phantasma Series). Enjoy!
Check out the catalogue at
chapter.co.nz...
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See p.2 for details of two upcoming book launch events (BOOK PEOPLE on Wednesday 30 April and ARCHANGEL’S ASCENSION on Tuesday 13 May).
See p.2 for the details of the Auckland Romance Readers Book Club Monthly Meetings and Auckland Romance Readers Book Club Facebook Group.
See p.3 for details of the Romance Writers’ Short Story Contest sponsored by Chapter which closes on 30 April.
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For Enquiries or Orders: ✉️ info@chapter.co.nz ☎️ 09-6232319 📱 021-635 027
NB. Chapter’s trading hours are Tue–Sun 10–4 (we are CLOSED on Mondays, except in December).
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Pop up Op Shop - one day only. Saturday 29 March, 8.30 am to 12 noon. In Heaphy ST, Blockhouse Bay opposite Labtests. Sausage Sizzle, Baking, Clothing, Kitchen goods, Bric-a-Brac, kids toys and games. Lots of bargains.
Stop in after the BHB Community Centre Market.
Pop up Op Shop - one day only. Saturday 29 March, 8.30 am to 12 noon. In Heaphy ST, Blockhouse Bay opposite Labtests. Sausage Sizzle, Baking, Clothing, Kitchen goods, Bric-a-Brac, kids toys and games. Lots of bargains.
Stop in after the BHB Community Centre Market.
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View moreWe've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.
Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!
A significant Police operation has begun across Tairāwhiti, following several concerning incidents stemming from tensions between rival gangs.
Eight incidents, involving assaults and firearms, have been reported between 16 March and 23 March. Police and gang leaders have been working to ease … View moreA significant Police operation has begun across Tairāwhiti, following several concerning incidents stemming from tensions between rival gangs.
Eight incidents, involving assaults and firearms, have been reported between 16 March and 23 March. Police and gang leaders have been working to ease tensions, but an escalation in the conflict between rival gang members has forced us to draw on additional powers.
Yesterday afternoon, Police were issued a Gang Conflict Warrant under the Criminal Activity Intervention Legislation Act, giving Police special powers to search vehicles and occupants of vehicles of suspected gang members, and to seize firearms and weapons, and vehicles.
Officers from across the district are supporting the operation, which will involve a heavy Police presence in Gisborne and further afield. Our focus, and the focus of all staff, is the safety of our communities. The incidents we’ve been made aware of posed a very real threat to the lives of those involved, and innocent members of the public. We’re not going to tolerate it.
We are continuing to work with gang leadership while sending a clear message to all gang members that they are in our spotlight.
Additional Police will be patrolling communities across Tairāwhiti, stopping vehicles with links to gang members, searching addresses, and progressing enquiries into the recent events of concern.
We want to assure our Tairāwhiti communities that we are driving this hard and will be committing significant resources to holding gang members accountable for their actions.
Police need the community to help us, and people can do that by reporting illegal or suspicious activity, by calling police on 111 if it’s happening now, or making a report via 105 if it’s after the fact.
We are a specialist renovation service creating beautiful bathrooms, laundries and kitchens at fair prices. We have a top quality team of tradies in plumbing, electrical and tiling with pride in our workmanship.
Based in East Auckland for over 30 years we have the know how to make your dream … View moreWe are a specialist renovation service creating beautiful bathrooms, laundries and kitchens at fair prices. We have a top quality team of tradies in plumbing, electrical and tiling with pride in our workmanship.
Based in East Auckland for over 30 years we have the know how to make your dream build come true 😎👍🏽 Your one stop shop!
If you’re looking for a friendly family-run business with loads of renovation experience then choose us.
Book online using the link below or call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.
Be safe!
Main benefits will increase by over 3 percent, instead of 1.66 percent, on 1 April with the Government’s decision to annually adjust benefit rates to increases in the average wage.
If you're paid weekly
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In the week of 31 March your payment will be at the old rate. This … View moreMain benefits will increase by over 3 percent, instead of 1.66 percent, on 1 April with the Government’s decision to annually adjust benefit rates to increases in the average wage.
If you're paid weekly
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In the week of 31 March your payment will be at the old rate. This is because we pay you for the week that's just been.
In the week of 7 April you'll get part of your payment at the old rate, and part at the new.
In the week of 14 April your whole payment will be at the new, increased rate.
If you're paid fortnightly
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1 April is partway through your pay period, so on 8 April you'll get a partial increase.
You'll get the full increase on 19 April – this is paid early (instead of 22 April) due to Easter.
More people can get support
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Income and asset limits and cut-out points for some financial supports will also go up. This means more people could get things like:
Accommodation Supplement
Disability Allowance
Childcare Assistance
Community Services Card, and
help with urgent and unexpected costs.
About the increase
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The Annual General Adjustment happens every year on 1 April. On this day benefits and most other financial supports from us are adjusted to account for the cost of living (inflation). Some income thresholds are adjusted by the average wage growth.
The new rates are based on either the:
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Consumers Price Index (2.22% rise), or
net average wage (3.51% rise).
Main benefits are adjusted to the Consumers Price Index.
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For April 2025 NZ Super and Veteran's Pension rates receive an extra boost, making their total increase around 3 percent because of the relationship to the net average wage level.
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Impact on your other payments
When your main benefit increases, you may find this changes other payments you get from us, like Accommodation Supplement or Temporary Additional Support.
If you have housing contributions for emergency, transitional, or social housing, your contributions may change as well.
The total amount you get after the 1 April changes won't be less than what you're getting now.
Changes to other payments if your main benefit goes up
How to check your payments
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From Tuesday 1 April you can check your new payments by either:
logging in to MyMSD, or
calling our Service Express self-service line on 0800 33 30 30
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Donate Blood or Plasma Save Lives, Make a Difference
This year, become someone’s reason for hope. This year, be the reason someone finds hope. Your donation could be the one that saves a life and offers a lifeline to someone in need.
Currently around 4% of NZ’ers donate blood or plasma, … View moreDonate Blood or Plasma Save Lives, Make a Difference
This year, become someone’s reason for hope. This year, be the reason someone finds hope. Your donation could be the one that saves a life and offers a lifeline to someone in need.
Currently around 4% of NZ’ers donate blood or plasma, and with more than 30,000 NZ patients each year needing donated blood and plasma products, we constantly need new and returning donors to join our lifesaving whānau..
Book your donation today – because your generosity can change a life.
Meet an archaeologist and have a go!
Where: Highwic
When: Saturday 3 May, 11am – 1pm
Cost: Children $12, Adults Free (includes house visit). Bookings essential.
As part of NZ Archaeology Week join as at Highwic to meet an archaeologist and learn about what they do.
See some of the … View moreMeet an archaeologist and have a go!
Where: Highwic
When: Saturday 3 May, 11am – 1pm
Cost: Children $12, Adults Free (includes house visit). Bookings essential.
As part of NZ Archaeology Week join as at Highwic to meet an archaeologist and learn about what they do.
See some of the artefacts that have been found on site and have a go at being an archaeologist yourself!
A fun, hands-on session ideal for children (7-12 years) accompanied by an adult. For more information contact highwic@heritage.org.nz.
Please book through Event Brite HighwicMeetAnArchaeologist.eventbrite.co.nz...
More information
• Children to need to be accompanied by at least one adult (up to 3 children to 1 adult)
• Staff will supervise the activities, but we will ask a few adults to get involved as well.
• Accompanying adults may like to visit the house, and tea and coffee will be available.
• Bring a picnic and have lunch in the garden after the event
• We have parking available on site
• Highwic is 5 minutes from Newmarket Train Station and on bus routes
• Highwic is on the corner of Gillies Ave and Mortimer Pass. There are entries on both streets.
• From State Highway 1 south - take the Gillies Road offramp
#nzarchweek2025
Te Korowai o Poutama kete is a response to the karanga of whānau to take care of their own loved ones when the time comes.
Our kaiārahi will come to you and provide whānau the resources, advice and assistance needed for preparation and ongoing care throughout the tangihanga. We will also … View moreTe Korowai o Poutama kete is a response to the karanga of whānau to take care of their own loved ones when the time comes.
Our kaiārahi will come to you and provide whānau the resources, advice and assistance needed for preparation and ongoing care throughout the tangihanga. We will also facilitate the logistics of ensuring all regulatory requirements of the whānau are met.
To korero further about this kete with our kaiārahi Phone, Email or visit Haven Falls Funeral Home - Poutama Tangihanga at 139 Bank Street, Whangārei
You can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with … View moreYou can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Haven Falls is located at 271 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua offering facilities with a large chapel, dining hall and extended off road parking.
We invite you at anytime to pop in and speak with one of our team members and have a look around the facilities offered.
Haven Falls is open 24 hours a … View moreHaven Falls is located at 271 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua offering facilities with a large chapel, dining hall and extended off road parking.
We invite you at anytime to pop in and speak with one of our team members and have a look around the facilities offered.
Haven Falls is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring flexibility and convenience for your needs. Feel free to contact us at 0800 428366
64 BUS FARE CHANGE EFFECTIVE 27 APRIL 2025
Auckland Transport has advised the Mt Eden Village Business Association that the fare for the 64 Bus will change. Since its inception in mid-2020, as a rail replacement bus, the 64 Bus has had a fare of 1 cent. However, as from 27 April 2025, a normal bus… View more64 BUS FARE CHANGE EFFECTIVE 27 APRIL 2025
Auckland Transport has advised the Mt Eden Village Business Association that the fare for the 64 Bus will change. Since its inception in mid-2020, as a rail replacement bus, the 64 Bus has had a fare of 1 cent. However, as from 27 April 2025, a normal bus fare will apply. Please note that Auckland Transport’s zone fare system allows trips on the 64 Bus to include a transfer to or from another bus or train without additional cost for many journeys. Information about bus fares can be found on the AT website here: at.govt.nz...
64 BUS FUTURE ROUTE CHANGE IN 2026
When the Maungawhau Station re-opens in 2026, the route of the 64 Bus will change. Instead of travelling on Sandringham Rd, it will travel on Dominion Road. When this change is made, the 64 Bus will continue to travel between Newmarket and St Lukes, but it will no longer travel on Walters Road or Sandringham Road and it will not go to Kingsland Station.
The iconic Taupo Home and Garden Show is back and it's big! Celebrate 30 years of this iconic event with us with discounted entry for you and a friend and enjoy a fabulous day out our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of … View moreThe iconic Taupo Home and Garden Show is back and it's big! Celebrate 30 years of this iconic event with us with discounted entry for you and a friend and enjoy a fabulous day out our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of exhibitors featuring everything from Landscaping, Builders, Outdoor Living, Spas, Sheds, Flooring, Furnishings, Artisan Foods, Lifestyle Products and more! Along with delicious food and great coffee there is something for everyone at the show!
Join the Facebook event to stay in the loop with Show news and giveaways
4 - 6 April
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Great Lake Centre
Adults $6
Gold Card Friday $3
Under 16 free
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?
We're seeking … View moreAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?
We're seeking Volunteer Area Coordinators to help organize collection sites and volunteer collectors in your area for SPCA Fill the Bucket appeal on Friday 30 May and Saturday 31 May.
SPCA’s Fill the Bucket Appeal is a vital fundraising event that directly supports our mission to protect and care for animals across New Zealand. As an Area Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring its success by assisting our Events Team with volunteer management, overseeing rosters, and coordinating collection sites in your designated area.
This year's Street Appeal takes place on Friday, May 30th and Saturday May 31st. If you're passionate about making a difference, we’d love to have you on board!
Click the link below to find out more and apply!
Glaucoma NZ looks forward to welcoming you to the Hutt Valley Patient Symposium, 10am on Saturday 29 th March at Whirinaki Whare Taonga, 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt Central.
Take this as your chance to learn more about glaucoma from Ophthalmologist Dr Jesse Gale Optometrist Inhae Park. Hear … View moreGlaucoma NZ looks forward to welcoming you to the Hutt Valley Patient Symposium, 10am on Saturday 29 th March at Whirinaki Whare Taonga, 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt Central.
Take this as your chance to learn more about glaucoma from Ophthalmologist Dr Jesse Gale Optometrist Inhae Park. Hear about the latest treatments and surgeries as well as glaucoma tests and glaucoma eye drops.
Morning tea and question time will follow. Register your attendance online to make sure you get a reminder notice in the lead-up to the event.
Have a good think about it, and let us know...
If you could invent one piece of technology to make life easier, what would it be?
Comment below with what you think would be a handy new invention - it may even already exist!
The Hawke's Bay Better Home and Living Show opens this Friday to Sunday at Pettigrew Green Arena! The Show is back and it's BIG with over 120 exhibitors, inspiration, innovation, exclusive show specials, giveaways and more. Buy online here today and save with the … View moreThe Hawke's Bay Better Home and Living Show opens this Friday to Sunday at Pettigrew Green Arena! The Show is back and it's BIG with over 120 exhibitors, inspiration, innovation, exclusive show specials, giveaways and more. Buy online here today and save with the 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with everything from heating & insulation, builders, renovators, homewares, tiny homes, plants, tools, spas, health, well-being, sustainable living, art and artisan foods! With great food and coffee, grab a friend using this discounted offer and enjoy a day together.
Save the date in your diaries: 28th to 30th March
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Pettigrew Green Arena, Taradale
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.50
Under 16 free \
Join us at an open day and learn more about Dilworth now. Our open days are a fantastic opportunity for prospective students and their whānau to explore the school, meet staff and students, and learn more about the amazing opportunities offered at Dilworth. Visitors can tour our world-class … View moreJoin us at an open day and learn more about Dilworth now. Our open days are a fantastic opportunity for prospective students and their whānau to explore the school, meet staff and students, and learn more about the amazing opportunities offered at Dilworth. Visitors can tour our world-class facilities, discover more about our curriculum and learn about our day school options for Years 7, 8 & 9*.
Open days:
Junior Campus
18th May, 2pm
Senior Campus
30th March, 2pm
Register for open days online
* Available for Year 9 from 2026
Don't miss out—Kids go FREE to the Hurricanes vs Waratahs game at Sky Stadium on March 28th!
Kick-off is at 7:05 PM, so grab your tickets now and bring the whole family* for an unforgettable night of action!
"*Up to 3 kids per family."
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