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Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.
But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on… View moreHi neighbours,
Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.
But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on film.
Maybe it was the time you went to visit Santa and your little one didn't want a bar of it. Maybe it was a self-timed family shot that went horribly awry. Or a Christmas meal that was more a festive fail.
Whatever the not-so-merry moment, we want to see it! Share your pictures and a little bit about them with us in Stuff Nation. We look forward to seeing them! Here's the link to contribute.
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“I needed to earn a better wage and, after raising my children, I looked at education … View moreEnrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while exploring your areas of interest.
“I needed to earn a better wage and, after raising my children, I looked at education that would fit with my previous fine arts qualification. “At first, I wasn’t sure university education would be suited to me, but it was and now I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Science."—Lisa Martin, Student, Psychology and Information Systems
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Come and enjoy our little village of Bethlehem, right here in Petone – a Christmas tradition for many in our community.
Your children will love to pat and ride our animals, toast marshmallows around the shepherds’ campfire and make a Christmas craft. Enjoy fresh bread from our village … View moreCome and enjoy our little village of Bethlehem, right here in Petone – a Christmas tradition for many in our community.
Your children will love to pat and ride our animals, toast marshmallows around the shepherds’ campfire and make a Christmas craft. Enjoy fresh bread from our village bakery, have your photo taken in the stable with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus and get into the spirit of Christmas as our angel choir sings Christmas carols.
Periods of heavy rain are expected about Wairarapa, the Tararua District, Marlborough including the Sounds and the northwestern ranges of Nelson, and a Heavy Rain Warning is in force for these areas.
Rain is expected about remaining central areas today and Tuesday, with persistent falls about … View morePeriods of heavy rain are expected about Wairarapa, the Tararua District, Marlborough including the Sounds and the northwestern ranges of Nelson, and a Heavy Rain Warning is in force for these areas.
Rain is expected about remaining central areas today and Tuesday, with persistent falls about the eastern hills of Wellington and Canterbury north of the Waimakariri river, especially about the hill country, and a Watch is in force for these areas.
People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case parts of this Watch are upgraded to a full Warning or other areas are added. Keep up to date here
Hi neighbours,
How sweet is Joan Hodgins? The Kāpiti woman recently celebrated her 90th birthday by treating 34 children to a day of adventure - which included Scenic flights, a trip to Wellington Zoo and a ride on a double-decker "party bus". It was a day that rewarded children who had… View moreHi neighbours,
How sweet is Joan Hodgins? The Kāpiti woman recently celebrated her 90th birthday by treating 34 children to a day of adventure - which included Scenic flights, a trip to Wellington Zoo and a ride on a double-decker "party bus". It was a day that rewarded children who had overcome tough times, Hodgins said.
"I thought that instead of having a lavish birthday party I could do something for children with difficulties. After all, if you're fortunate, isn't it nice to give to someone else?" To read more about Joan's story, click here.
Right now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the … View moreRight now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the effectiveness of these traps by clearing them much more often! This is the best thing you can do for the birds in your area between October and December.
Learn more about trapping at www.gw.govt.nz...
TV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?
The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.
We have clinics in … View moreTV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?
The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.
We have clinics in Courtenay Place, Paraparaumu, Waikanae and Levin. Visit our website www.courtenayhearing.co.nz for more information or contact us now on (04) 385 9144 or 000 432 766 to book a hearing assessment
Mention this ad for a $20 discount on a full diagnostic hearing assessment booked before Christmas 2018.
We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.
Registrations are open for Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays 2019!
Join over 14,000 participants in Wellington’s largest fun run and walk on Sunday 17 February 2019.
Choose from one of the family-friendly 6.5km options, Bluebridge 10km or take on the Half Marathon – there’s … View moreRegistrations are open for Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays 2019!
Join over 14,000 participants in Wellington’s largest fun run and walk on Sunday 17 February 2019.
Choose from one of the family-friendly 6.5km options, Bluebridge 10km or take on the Half Marathon – there’s something for everyone!
Don’t miss out on the very special Earlybird offer, register before midnight 30 November and go in the draw to win 2x return flights to Fiji with Fiji Airways!*
Enter online today at www.brendanfootsupersiteroundthebays.co.nz
*Terms and conditions apply, see website for details.
Fourteen Kiwibank branches could close before Christmas, with more set to shut in the New Year. Kiwibank branches in Petone, Stoke and Johnsonville - all in the Wellington region - have been earmarked for closure, the state-owned bank has said.
Kiwibank is opening new branches in Thames, … View moreFourteen Kiwibank branches could close before Christmas, with more set to shut in the New Year. Kiwibank branches in Petone, Stoke and Johnsonville - all in the Wellington region - have been earmarked for closure, the state-owned bank has said.
Kiwibank is opening new branches in Thames, Whitiangi, Waihi, Matamata, Cambridge and Lower Hutt. Read more here
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View moreResene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Councillor Chris Milne recently complained about his wife being ticketed in a carpark for not wearing a seatbelt.
Do you think the police were justified in doing so?
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Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
… View moreEmergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
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