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1405 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.

"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when … View more
This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.

"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when he wasn't doing anything - the enemy of my enemy is my friend. Pied Stilt/poaka (Himantopus himantopus), Pauatahanui."

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1404 days ago

Pet of the Day: Ginger

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.

"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."

If you want your pet featured, email … View more
Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.

"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.

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1404 days ago

Belt Sander - SOLD...corded with 6 sanding belts

Joan from Masterton District

Estate clearance of a corded belt sander. It comes with 6 sanding belts ( partly used) and a wooden box with lid for storage or transportation.

76 x 610 mm

230 to 240V
850W.
60 -60Hz

This same model sells for $470.00 in Mega at the moment and the sanding belts are $16.00 upwards each at… View more
Estate clearance of a corded belt sander. It comes with 6 sanding belts ( partly used) and a wooden box with lid for storage or transportation.

76 x 610 mm

230 to 240V
850W.
60 -60Hz

This same model sells for $470.00 in Mega at the moment and the sanding belts are $16.00 upwards each at Mega.
This sander with the belts $300.00.

Pickup is in Kuripuni.

Thanks for looking.

Price: $300

1405 days ago

Another reminder about toxic algae and dogs

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at… View more
Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at Kaitoke campground, both in the Hutt Valley.

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1405 days ago

Get your tickets for the Wairarapa Country Music Festival

Held at beastioful Tauherenika the Festival is on 29 January to 31 January 2021. Here's the line up this year;
Festival performers 2021

Jodi Vaughan - legendary NZ songstress will be headlining the festival. An icon of the Kiwi country music scene she will also be debuting a new project so … View more
Held at beastioful Tauherenika the Festival is on 29 January to 31 January 2021. Here's the line up this year;
Festival performers 2021

Jodi Vaughan - legendary NZ songstress will be headlining the festival. An icon of the Kiwi country music scene she will also be debuting a new project so make sure you’re there to witness some history in the making.

Ainslie Allen - performing tracks from her newly released album as well as crowd favourites that saw her take home Country Entertainer of the Year in 2018.

Katie Thompson - Christchurch-based musician who now has three full-length studio albums under her belt, the most recent being Bittersweet (2019), which saw her nominated for two Tui's at the New Zealand Country Music Awards

Aly Cook - famous across Australasia for her dedication to the arts will perform from her hit-making records

Eddie Low - winner of the Country Music Legend award in 2009, renowned for his effortless vocals, beautiful ballads and talent as a multi-instrumentalist.

Wayne R. Heath - playing his Nashville to New Zealand show that celebrates more than 50 years in show business

Going to a great show - come in and get your tickets.

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1405 days ago

Wanted Pallets good condition.

Sue from Masterton District

Wanted about 6 decent pallets for stacking our firewood on please. Can collect. Contact Sue 0212594282

Free

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1405 days ago

Hoya Carnosa with two Peduncles ( flower bud)

Joan from Masterton District

This Hoya has a new leaf growth out the top and two peduncles which will produce the pink and white waxy flowers which Hoyas are known for.
Dark green thick fleshy leaves on trailing stems. Clusters of little oub and white starrey flowers that make up a ball shaped flower the size of a … View more
This Hoya has a new leaf growth out the top and two peduncles which will produce the pink and white waxy flowers which Hoyas are known for.
Dark green thick fleshy leaves on trailing stems. Clusters of little oub and white starrey flowers that make up a ball shaped flower the size of a tennis-ball. Long lasting flowers.
They grow well where they get light but not direct sunlight.

I've found they do better indoors. Easy to maintain and will tolerate dry if you forget to water them.

The first 3 pictures are of the parent plant in flower. The last pic with the young plant on the trellis is the plant for sale. It has a new leaf at the top.

Pickup is in Kuripuni.

Price: $25

1405 days ago

Here's the easy way to know what is on each week

We love attending our great summer Wairarapa events and we want you to see them too! Don't miss out on what's on and when.
Sign up to our weekly What's On in the Wairarapa email to keep in the loop: www.wairarapanz.com...

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1406 days ago

Watch out for toxic algae in local rivers

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

With the warmer weather it is time to remember to look out for toxic algae, which is lethal to dogs, in local rivers.
There is currently outbreaks in the Pakuratahi River (Kaitoke) and Waipoua River in the Wairarapa. People are advised not to swim in both areas and to keep dogs on a lead.

1406 days ago

Family living in shed next to charred remains of Masterton home

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The constant smell of charred wood and burnt plastic reminds a Masterton family of how close they came to tragedy.
Hunkered down in a 6-metre by 5-metre tin shed near the burnt-out shell of their house, Bianca Hawea, her two teenage sons and her partner, are trying to pull their lives back … View more
The constant smell of charred wood and burnt plastic reminds a Masterton family of how close they came to tragedy.
Hunkered down in a 6-metre by 5-metre tin shed near the burnt-out shell of their house, Bianca Hawea, her two teenage sons and her partner, are trying to pull their lives back together.
The saving grace is the stream of support arriving at the Clyde St property, with friends, family and strangers bringing much needed supplies.

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1407 days ago

WANTED TO BUY

Lynn from Masterton District

WANTED TO BUY BATHROOM SCALES

1406 days ago

GARAGE SALE 9am Sunday 10th Jan. 417 Murphys Line, Featherston

Beks from South Wairarapa District

Moving house so need to rehome a variety of household items.
Furniture, toys, clothing, books , bric a brac.and more..come and grab a bargain!

1406 days ago

Space Trail school holiday fun

Looking for a great school holiday family fun event? Here it is!
A space trail roving the south Wairarapa with Under the Stars.
You purchase a ticket (just $12 for a family) and receive a unique one time code and the whole trail is sent to you on your phone. Get out and discover your town … View more
Looking for a great school holiday family fun event? Here it is!
A space trail roving the south Wairarapa with Under the Stars.
You purchase a ticket (just $12 for a family) and receive a unique one time code and the whole trail is sent to you on your phone. Get out and discover your town (Martinborough, Featherston , Greytown) ...spend a day exploring each town, the trail, the parks, the pools.

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1408 days ago

Is Whittaker's your dream job?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It’s every kid’s dream to work at a chocolate factory. Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
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It’s every kid’s dream to work at a chocolate factory. Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
It’s called the micro-lab, and within its walls there are cupboards of flavours and scents, everything from cake batter to beetroot, a mini bean roaster, and a mixing machine called a melange.
In this, she can make 12 kilogram batches to test flavours, or 45kg batches in the one in the room next door; small quantities compared to the tonnes pumped out by the main factory on a daily basis.

1410 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Smokey

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Smokey is a rehomed cat who is loving his new life with his happy new owner.
“He is really relaxed now, loves purring and is extremely happy, although is still on guard with unfamiliar noises. Smokey started off being quite afraid of most things, but now is a well-behaved cat who is newly … View more
Smokey is a rehomed cat who is loving his new life with his happy new owner.
“He is really relaxed now, loves purring and is extremely happy, although is still on guard with unfamiliar noises. Smokey started off being quite afraid of most things, but now is a well-behaved cat who is newly learning to use his scratching post, rather than a carpet! Smokey loves routine and "helps" people by sitting in their laps when they are trying to work or type. He has become an integral part of a piano teaching studio and loves both music and all the students.”

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