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"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”
When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”
When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.
Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here
Deb Botes is the proud owner of Beano, who calls Melrose home.
"Beano loves nothing better than running and playing at Lyall Bay beach."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you … View moreDeb Botes is the proud owner of Beano, who calls Melrose home.
"Beano loves nothing better than running and playing at Lyall Bay beach."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
"I came into SPCA with a damaged eye, and the wonderful vet team couldn't save it, so I had an operation to have it removed. It hasn't slowed me down at all, you just have to be aware that I can’t see you approaching me so please don't startle me.
I would love to be a single … View more"I came into SPCA with a damaged eye, and the wonderful vet team couldn't save it, so I had an operation to have it removed. It hasn't slowed me down at all, you just have to be aware that I can’t see you approaching me so please don't startle me.
I would love to be a single indoor bunny where I get all the human attention. I am a clean boy and will go into my large litter tray for toileting. I love gentle pats on my head and sometimes come up to you for treats. I regularly binkie around super fast, and when I'm tired I do bunny flops as I am a happy boy.
I love space and the outdoors so I will need a large grassy area with a weatherproof hutch for outside during the day. My indoor area must be big enough for me to spend the day and night comfortably. My caregivers ask that rabbits always come inside at night, to be part of the family and to keep me safe. I could go to a home with friendly cats as I've met some before."
Are your energy bills so high they've got you feeling down? Maybe you're wondering where that draught is coming from or where all that expensive heat is going?
Or maybe your home feels (dare we say it) MOIST?
The truth is that there are lots of things that contribute to how healthy … View moreAre your energy bills so high they've got you feeling down? Maybe you're wondering where that draught is coming from or where all that expensive heat is going?
Or maybe your home feels (dare we say it) MOIST?
The truth is that there are lots of things that contribute to how healthy a home feels and how well it functions.
That's why Wellington City Council in partnership with us (Sustainability Trust) offer free personalised home energy plans specific to your home. The end goal is to arm you with the information you need to create a warm, dry, healthier home. You can even find out if your home is EV or solar ready.
This is a completely free service for homeowners in Wellington City.
Book your free home energy assessment today.
No one dreams bigger than an Olympian, and nothing connects us as a nation quite like sport!
As a proud partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, we’re getting behind our Olympians so they can turn their dreams into a reality.
This week we feature a stunning close-up but what type of bird is it?
The photo was supplied by Andrew Gorrie.
A piece of public land stands between a Greytown developer and his $15 million hotel concept, because the town lacks a vision, he says.
Adam Blackwell proposed the Pahikara accommodation and tourism hub venture last year, but the council was not keen to take up his offer to purchase a “perfectly … View moreA piece of public land stands between a Greytown developer and his $15 million hotel concept, because the town lacks a vision, he says.
Adam Blackwell proposed the Pahikara accommodation and tourism hub venture last year, but the council was not keen to take up his offer to purchase a “perfectly placed” block of land between West and Main streets.
South Wairarapa Mayor Alex Beijen said the council won’t be selling this important piece of central Greytown land without first properly consulting residents.
“The council has been quite clear that the status, and thus future use of the last remaining piece of public land in Greytown CBD is a decision for the people of the South Wairarapa.
Do you think this is a good idea?
This weeks contribution is from Louise Thomas.
"When I was young I didn’t like the boatsheds. To my eye they looked derelict and unkempt – a hotchpotch of too bright clashing colours, and all of them peeling to reveal bleached wood underneath. They reminded me of my Nana’s crocheted … View moreThis weeks contribution is from Louise Thomas.
"When I was young I didn’t like the boatsheds. To my eye they looked derelict and unkempt – a hotchpotch of too bright clashing colours, and all of them peeling to reveal bleached wood underneath. They reminded me of my Nana’s crocheted rugs with frayed threads and darned patches. I liked things shining, new, and squared away. Anything else smacked of some sort of failure, either of duty or poverty.
Now that I’m older, and not untouched by time myself, I realise that decay is inevitable, and, more importantly, there is texture and beauty in it. The sea, like life, can be a rough place. The winds carry salt and sand, storm surges leave marks and baggage piled around the high tide mark, sometimes spilling over onto the little docks. But in this flotsam, rotting seaweed, silt, and tangled tree branches are a million little bugs, fish, and crabs – a roiling primordial soup seasoned with iodine and salt and feasted on by the birds. Nothing is lost - just transformed. Sacred kingfisher/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) catching the light at the Hutt Estuary boatsheds, Hikoikoi Reserve, Lower Hutt."
Explore the stars of Matariki through the environment, art, craft, weaving and stories with Matariki Whānau activities at Aratoi. Use telescopes and laser pointers with Under the Stars, check out Matariki Art in The Park in Greytown, or book a Te Hīkoi o Pūkaha tour. Head to the … View moreExplore the stars of Matariki through the environment, art, craft, weaving and stories with Matariki Whānau activities at Aratoi. Use telescopes and laser pointers with Under the Stars, check out Matariki Art in The Park in Greytown, or book a Te Hīkoi o Pūkaha tour. Head to the Glittering Galaxies Featherston Booktown event, join Under the Stars Amazing Race app based event for kids in Carterton, learn the Origin Story and try a poi making class at Cobblestones this Saturday. There's a Matariki event for you - and we've gathered them all up here: wairarapanz.com...
Want to get amongst the festival fun in Carterton and Greytown? Bit of ice skating (9am-9pm each day) at the WBS Carterton Ice Rink (bar open from 5pm each day); taste local brews and cider at the Smallest Beer Festival on Sat 10th; head to the Night Markets and the Main St Glow in Greytown? You … View moreWant to get amongst the festival fun in Carterton and Greytown? Bit of ice skating (9am-9pm each day) at the WBS Carterton Ice Rink (bar open from 5pm each day); taste local brews and cider at the Smallest Beer Festival on Sat 10th; head to the Night Markets and the Main St Glow in Greytown? You can do it all without having to drive yourself. Get in touch with Wai Shuttles and use their Winter Shuttle. www.facebook.com...
The July school holidays are jammed packed with fun - not just for locals but your visiting friends and family too!
Just some top picks are:
- Ice skating on real ice in the WBS Carterton Heart of Winter Festival (Book your hour long session at the Events Centre or on the festival website) … View moreThe July school holidays are jammed packed with fun - not just for locals but your visiting friends and family too!
Just some top picks are:
- Ice skating on real ice in the WBS Carterton Heart of Winter Festival (Book your hour long session at the Events Centre or on the festival website) www.cartertonec.co.nz...
- The Amazing Race Star Tour - Sunday 11ith at the Events Centre. Ideal for kids aged 8-12.
- Matariki fun activities day from 1pm at Cobblestones on Saturday 10th from 1pm - learn traditional games , try stilts, hobby horses, quoits, hula hoops and enjoy yummy food (entry by koha)
- Main Street Glow, Greytown - every night in July, Greytown's Main Street will be glowing with spectacular projections and lighting displays. The lights are on from 5pm, but look their best from 6pm.
FESTIVAL FUN -full details on both festivals are here:
www.cartertonec.co.nz...
www.greytownvillage.com...
Has your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior … View moreHas your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior reporter Katarina Williams at katarina.williams@stuff.co.nz with your name and contact details.
It's time to round up your friends and family and GET SKATING! From 9-18th in the WBS Carterton Heart of Winter Festival you can all enjoy skating on a REAL ice rink! Book an hour long session...all under cover right here in the region - no big drive required. Drinks and snacks available … View moreIt's time to round up your friends and family and GET SKATING! From 9-18th in the WBS Carterton Heart of Winter Festival you can all enjoy skating on a REAL ice rink! Book an hour long session...all under cover right here in the region - no big drive required. Drinks and snacks available and from 5pm daily there's a licensed bar too. Brilliant SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN - book your session here www.cartertonec.co.nz... or in person at the Events Centre.
My neighbours had their car in mcmaster St, bottom end, Greytown broken into last night
and also a car in east north end the night before. Also neighbour heard someone going around their house trying the door handles last night. So try and keep your car off the street if possible, and don't … View moreMy neighbours had their car in mcmaster St, bottom end, Greytown broken into last night
and also a car in east north end the night before. Also neighbour heard someone going around their house trying the door handles last night. So try and keep your car off the street if possible, and don't leave any valuables inside.
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