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We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small … View moreHi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small towns do you think deserve more visitors than they get? Please remember your comment may be included in an article unless you state that you don't want it to be. Cheers.
While Covid killed some of Wairarapa’s biggest mid-year events, the calendar has quickly filled up w…
We know things are still pretty tough for some small businesses right now, but it’s more important than ever for you to stay present.
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We’re offering you a Premium Business Listing… View moreWe know things are still pretty tough for some small businesses right now, but it’s more important than ever for you to stay present.
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The small market held at the Lion's hall in King Street will be starting up again on Saturday August 29 and then last Saturday of every month thereafter. Stalls are available for just $10 and can be reserved by phoning Brian on 5264059.
Does a anyone have a use for an obsolete TiVo device? Pick up in Featherston.
Chromecast is easy to set up and use with your ordinary TV for the Smart TV options (eg, Netflix).
Colour TV in great condition. Base swivels, which means you can turn it to the left or right for ease of viewing. Comes with flexes and manual.
$30 each or $50 for both
These are about 2 years old and bought from Bunnings. Perfect condition but no longer needed.
They can come apart and go back together with no tools (hammer does help though!).
Pickup today (Sunday) would be great, if not then Monday, Friday or any time next weekend.
… View more$30 each or $50 for both
These are about 2 years old and bought from Bunnings. Perfect condition but no longer needed.
They can come apart and go back together with no tools (hammer does help though!).
Pickup today (Sunday) would be great, if not then Monday, Friday or any time next weekend.
We’re just outside Martinborough, close to Brackenridge estate.
Bowel cancer can strike at any age. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. But it is treatable – and beatable – if detected early enough.
Don't miss this nine piece band playing the very best of Bruce Springsteen's great repertoire. Four years in the making, 'The Boss' is a 3-hour world-class show featuring the entire 'Born In The USA' album PLUS more than twenty of The Boss's greatest hits. get … View moreDon't miss this nine piece band playing the very best of Bruce Springsteen's great repertoire. Four years in the making, 'The Boss' is a 3-hour world-class show featuring the entire 'Born In The USA' album PLUS more than twenty of The Boss's greatest hits. get your tickets now from the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITEs.
We're excited to announce a new Wellington partnership with the wonderful team at Gazley - our very first Automotive partners!
Meet some of the fantastic Gazley Team who will be sharing their expertise in all things automotive. They've also got amazing 'support local' … View moreWe're excited to announce a new Wellington partnership with the wonderful team at Gazley - our very first Automotive partners!
Meet some of the fantastic Gazley Team who will be sharing their expertise in all things automotive. They've also got amazing 'support local' campaigns running at the moment.
Let's give them a warm neighbourly welcome and stay posted for more of their content!
Stop settling for a mediocre lawn. Stop waking up early to mow the lawn and stop worrying about mower maintenance.
Call 0800 52 5000 now to schedule your appointment with Patrick at Express Lawn Mowing ! Thanks.
This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.
Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow… View moreThis week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.
Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and make a feeding station for native birds. Plus go in the draw for strawberry packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s August issue.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
A highlight of spring in the region is the Wairarapa Garden tour - this year celebrates the garden tour’s 10th anniversary. The 2020 tour showcases gardens in South Wairarapa – taking in Featherston, Martinborough, Greytown, Carterton and Gladstone.
Your ticket provides entry into more than a… View moreA highlight of spring in the region is the Wairarapa Garden tour - this year celebrates the garden tour’s 10th anniversary. The 2020 tour showcases gardens in South Wairarapa – taking in Featherston, Martinborough, Greytown, Carterton and Gladstone.
Your ticket provides entry into more than a dozen private gardens: six of these are new to Pūkaha’s Wairarapa Garden Tour - make sure you're there to discover them. Get your ticket from the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE .
Discover what it means to be a Chilton girl:
-Come and experience our culture
-Hear about what is on offer in sport, art and music.
-Investigate our learning from Preschool to Year 13
-Learn about Cambridge
-Talk to our wonderful girls
-Open your mind to new possibilities
-Note the date of… View moreDiscover what it means to be a Chilton girl:
-Come and experience our culture
-Hear about what is on offer in sport, art and music.
-Investigate our learning from Preschool to Year 13
-Learn about Cambridge
-Talk to our wonderful girls
-Open your mind to new possibilities
-Note the date of our Open Days now.
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