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Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

421 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

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

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
420 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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420 days ago

Dementia Thought Leaders Take Centre Stage

Julia Wallace Retirement Village

September was a big month for two Ryman Healthcare dementia advocates, with presentations at two high profile conferences and an interview on TVNZ Breakfast which showcased their research and knowledge.

Dementia Project Specialist Caroline Bartle and Senior Architect Sara McCunnie, who describe … View more
September was a big month for two Ryman Healthcare dementia advocates, with presentations at two high profile conferences and an interview on TVNZ Breakfast which showcased their research and knowledge.

Dementia Project Specialist Caroline Bartle and Senior Architect Sara McCunnie, who describe themselves as ‘dementia nerds’, revealed their shared passion for their subject as part of Alzheimer’s Awareness month.

Caroline was interviewed by Matty McLean on TVNZ Breakfast last week to discuss the myRyman Life dementia care model and ways in which people can take steps to avoid or delay the onset of dementia.

Click to read more.

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420 days ago

Garage Sale & Market Funderaiser

Anthea from Levin

Broadway Marching Team fundraiser. Lots and lots of bargains! Food, crafts. Plants, household, clothes, toys, knitting, crochet, jewelry... etc.

Negotiable

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420 days ago

Telephone dictation voting in the 2023 General Election

The Team from Electoral Commission

If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do … View more
If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do need to register to use this service though, before noon (NZ time) on Saturday 14 October.

You can find more information on our website here: vote.nz...

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420 days ago

Toetoe

Paul from Levin

Toetoe. May it invade and smother to extinction Pampas grass. And after that I wonder if it could focus on removing Agapantha

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421 days ago

Voting is now open in the 2023 General Election!

The Team from Electoral Commission

You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't … View more
You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't arrived yet you can vote without it! Find your nearest voting place here:
map.vote.nz...

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428 days ago

HELP!

Leah from Levin

Hey thought I'd try my luck here.. I'm trying to find some glass to replace a vertical wall light in my bathroom. Two of them. It's a frosted rounded glass it's a old ish design so finding it hard to get brand new...unfortunately I've been searching high and low and am not … View moreHey thought I'd try my luck here.. I'm trying to find some glass to replace a vertical wall light in my bathroom. Two of them. It's a frosted rounded glass it's a old ish design so finding it hard to get brand new...unfortunately I've been searching high and low and am not having much luck! I need at least something similar before I move out of my rental in 3 weeks?!! so if anyone has some lights similar or the same laying around or if you have any advice on where I could find something please let me know.

Measures 190mmx140mmW roughly

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421 days ago

Hyline pullets

Sarah from Levin

we have Hylines pullets for sale - 18 weeks old, due to start laying at around 20 weeks, pickup from Levin, please email me on feedmemilling@gmail.com to organise a pickup time, or maybe a delivery
Pickup from 82b Main Rd South, Levin
Wed 4 Oct 1pm to 5pm
Thurs 5 Oct 1pm to 5pm
Sun 8 Oct 10am … View more
we have Hylines pullets for sale - 18 weeks old, due to start laying at around 20 weeks, pickup from Levin, please email me on feedmemilling@gmail.com to organise a pickup time, or maybe a delivery
Pickup from 82b Main Rd South, Levin
Wed 4 Oct 1pm to 5pm
Thurs 5 Oct 1pm to 5pm
Sun 8 Oct 10am to 1pm

I have to bring the birds into work each time, so if you book your birds, I can guarantee they'll be there, but I'll bring in as many as I can - will be at the shop till sold out on that day

Price: $38

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422 days ago

Trellis Panel approx1700x850

John from Levin

5 panels, slight off square, but can be easily made vertical
$10's a panel
John 021 756020

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422 days ago

Happy Grandparents Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Grandparents Day to our fantastic neighbours!

We wish you a day filled with celebration for your poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad, while also remembering those who are no longer with us.
May your day be brimming with joy and treasured memories!

We extend our heartfelt … View more
Happy Grandparents Day to our fantastic neighbours!

We wish you a day filled with celebration for your poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad, while also remembering those who are no longer with us.
May your day be brimming with joy and treasured memories!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their amazing nominations! Your stories have touched our hearts deeply. And the winner is... Koko Grant, nominated by Khalei-Marley Taylor-Karaitiana! Congratulations!

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424 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking … View more
What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking away with $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Stay connected with NZ Compare for the latest broadband and power deals and exciting competitions. We're all about making it easy for you to compare and save money! CLICK HERE to learn more: www.nzcompare.com...

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424 days ago

Hay Bales

Elisabeth from Levin

Harvested at the beginning of March - meadow hay with good quality grasses including fescue, brown top and a small amount of cocks foot.

Negotiable

424 days ago

Try this heart smart chicken stir-fry!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Whip up this heart smart spring chicken stir-fry for World Heart Day. Packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a zesty stir-fry sauce, this dish is both flavourful and nutritious.

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