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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.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...
In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.
Where: Luna Estate
When: Saturday … View moreIn celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.
Where: Luna Estate
When: Saturday 23rd February 2018
Ticketmaster members pre-sale runs from 12.00pm NZ on Thursday 22nd November for 24 hours from www.ticketmaster.co.nz
General public tickets on sale 12.00pm NZ Friday 23rd November from www.ticketmaster.co.nz
It is the big one at the Max Motors Wellington Family Speedway! Friday night see the action unfold with full fields of Superstocks battling it out to make the final 26 cars. With the best of the best found, Saturday will be set to be night of big hits and some the best and fastest racing in the … View moreIt is the big one at the Max Motors Wellington Family Speedway! Friday night see the action unfold with full fields of Superstocks battling it out to make the final 26 cars. With the best of the best found, Saturday will be set to be night of big hits and some the best and fastest racing in the country.
When: Saturday 1st December 2018
Where: 1039a State Highway 2, Upper Hutt
Tickets available at the gate on the night or online events.ticketbooth.co.nz
Student/Senior discounts and family concessions are available again this year.
Adult: $20.00
Child: 10-16 y/o: $10.00
Child Under 10: FREE
Students & Seniors (With ID or Gold Card): $15.00
Family (2 adults & up to 4 children): $50.00
GARAGE SALE **RAIN OR SHINE** MOVING ISLANDS
ALL MUST GO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Must sell Tomorrow!!! Or its Gone….
10 Coast Road,
wainuiomata
9am Saturday 24TH November 2018.
… View moreGARAGE SALE **RAIN OR SHINE** MOVING ISLANDS
ALL MUST GO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Must sell Tomorrow!!! Or its Gone….
10 Coast Road,
wainuiomata
9am Saturday 24TH November 2018.
More stuff, more furniture, Loads more good stuff!!!!!!
Note: we have a pagoda if raining. .
House also for sale “”Kaikoura Earthquake Damaged””
We are having a moving island garage sale on 24th November.
Loads of Furniture. Beds. Bookcases. Draws. Plants. Roundtable and chairs wooden.
Family dining table. single 3 tier draws, coffee trolley. slat bed queen size, suitcases, wooden large coffee table, and two small coffee tables, wall cabinet with pretty glass,
One left - Old metal Antique metal trunk a little rusty but good for a project like in garden.
kids play table and 2 chairs, wooden unit with cupboard on one side and draw on the other (i think the cabinet is lockable) chalkboard and activity table its so cute mine when i was a babe,
Clothes, shoes, Books. Dvds. Kidney table glass top needs recovering. Shelving. Tools. kids toys, books, kids clothing, clothes, Jewellery. Flat Stuff. Kitchen baking stuff. Its gonna be huge.
Sony psp and lots of games and movies sold in a lot only.
Old stereos, more clothes, shoes, jewellery, more bric a brac, more stuff added from last week!!! Anne Stokes stuff, 3d pictures, Anne Stokes lamp. Alternative gothic clothing. A few records, dvds, cds, tapes. Sewing Machine. Car rims, car tyres, mirror and draws.
Open to offers. Get a great Bargain and help us move down south
Please no cold calling as we are frantically trying to sort thru 40 years of stuff to sell.
Rimi draws need handles. Side bed cabinet. More cooking stuff from flatting most not used. Bookcase. Bed side draw. And more to add.
Also added a jewellery stand for shop or craft market comes apart. Lots of beads for sale for craft and craft supplies, a lot of craft books and craft materials.
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