Masterton District, Masterton

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1849 days ago

Special prices for our special editions!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird … View moreYou'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird price of $11.90 each - that's a 25% savings off the retail price of $15.90 (offer will end when they hit the newsstands next month). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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1849 days ago

Find instant savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View more
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.

The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?

Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
Find out more

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1849 days ago

How will you be watching the game this weekend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Why not challenge yourself to watch the game with your neighbours? It could be as simple as inviting the guy next door along to the pub or organising a BBQ. Let us know your plans and win prizes! Final draw takes place on Monday. Find out more here #neighbourlysupporters

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1850 days ago

Door weather seal - new, still in packaging.

Joan from Masterton District

RAVEN door weather strip seal.

It closes up the gap at the bottom of the door to stop draughts coming into the house.

Packaging is a bit tatty as has been in storage for a long time but item has never been used.

Directions for use and installing are on the back of the packaging.
Screws come … View more
RAVEN door weather strip seal.

It closes up the gap at the bottom of the door to stop draughts coming into the house.

Packaging is a bit tatty as has been in storage for a long time but item has never been used.

Directions for use and installing are on the back of the packaging.
Screws come with it.

Pickup is in Kuripuni.
Thanks for looking.

Price: $15

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1855 days ago

Gardener wanted

Dorothy from Greytown

Gardener wanted to weed, and tidy up. 1,, 2 hrs a fortnight. 06 3049748

1850 days ago

Pea weevil restrictions

biosecuritynewzealand

Restrictions are still in place in the Wairarapa.

We have successfully reduced the number of pests invading our plants, but we still need your help to eradicate this completely.

So please, no pea planting, no pea seeds and no pea straw.

This pest has the potential to destroy pea crops, so … View more
Restrictions are still in place in the Wairarapa.

We have successfully reduced the number of pests invading our plants, but we still need your help to eradicate this completely.

So please, no pea planting, no pea seeds and no pea straw.

This pest has the potential to destroy pea crops, so restrictions are for both commercial and residential growers. With your help, we can eradicate pea weevil completely.

If you see peas growing, get in touch: 0800 80 99 66, or biosecurity.govt.nz/peaweevil

Thanks for your support, we cannot do this without you.
Find out more

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1851 days ago

Duncan St Outage - 22 October

The Team from Wellington Water

Thanks for your patience last night after another unscheduled interruption to water supply on Duncan Street and the surrounding area.
The existing watermain is fragile and prone to bursts, the watermain renewal will significantly reduce the risk of bursts in the future.

We’ve got a few more … View more
Thanks for your patience last night after another unscheduled interruption to water supply on Duncan Street and the surrounding area.
The existing watermain is fragile and prone to bursts, the watermain renewal will significantly reduce the risk of bursts in the future.

We’ve got a few more weeks of work to do on this project and will do everything possible to limit disruption.

1851 days ago

Digital Seniors - Free Weekly Hubs

Sarah from Carterton District

Calling all digitally frustrated seniors!

Digital Seniors holds FREE weekly digital senior support hubs - for beginners and the more experienced offering one on one support, entertainment and social engagement. Bring your mobile phone, tablet, laptop and join the fun :). Visit our website for … View more
Calling all digitally frustrated seniors!

Digital Seniors holds FREE weekly digital senior support hubs - for beginners and the more experienced offering one on one support, entertainment and social engagement. Bring your mobile phone, tablet, laptop and join the fun :). Visit our website for more info www.digitalseniors.co.nz....

Every Tuesday
Carterton Hub - Carterton Fire Station 9:30 - 11:30
Greytown Hub - Greytown Fire Station 1:30 - 3:30

Every Wednesday
Masterton Hub - Masterton Library 10:00 -12:00

Every Thursday
Martinborough Hub - St Andrews Church 9:30 - 11:30
Featherston Hub - Featherston Fire Station 1:30 - 3:30

Email Sarah with any questions sarah.wright@digitalseniors.co.nz

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1851 days ago

Annual Plant Sale

Dan Neighbourly Lead from Carterton District

Hi everyone. Carterton Farmers' Market will host the Annual Plant Sale on Sunday 3rd November. Head down for a great range of plants, trees, perennials and produce! Event details below:

www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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1851 days ago

Ice packs

Richard from Masterton District

Each pack 18x14cm. No gel, just water ice inside. Approx 20+ available, and we're getting more each week from My Food Bag. I only keep those that have no holes.

Free

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1852 days ago

Open day at Pukaha Mount Bruce

Pixie from

What a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy our very own "Pukaha Wildlife Centre". See native wildlife and walk among ancient forest. Entry is by koha (donation), doors opening this year on the 27th October. 10am and closing at 4pm.
Enjoy a tour and talk with the Rangers.
Plenty … View more
What a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy our very own "Pukaha Wildlife Centre". See native wildlife and walk among ancient forest. Entry is by koha (donation), doors opening this year on the 27th October. 10am and closing at 4pm.
Enjoy a tour and talk with the Rangers.
Plenty of activities from Rangitāne and Pūkaha Cultural Demonstrations and Workshops. Great fun activities for all ages.
Yummy food stalls and local arts & crafts stalls too.
Don't forget to bring cash for food and market stalls.

FREE buses throughout the Wairarapa courtesy of the Masterton District Council. To book your place, contact Zoe at Tranzit on 06 370 6600
or Email zoef@tranzit.co.nz
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1852 days ago

Old cast iron bath

Diana from Masterton District

Free...suitable for garden only, as the enamel surface is still intact but is scratched...it's also very solid and heavy! The patches you can see on the white enamel are dirt, not rusty.

Free

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1852 days ago

⚠OUTAGE⚠

The Team from Wellington Water

UPDATE 8PM

Apologies for the delayed update, we've been checking in with the busy crews to get an ETA. Water is expected to be back on at 9pm.

Thank you for your patience and apologies to all those affected.
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UPDATE 5.50PM

Crews are working hard to resolve the burst and return water back… View more
UPDATE 8PM

Apologies for the delayed update, we've been checking in with the busy crews to get an ETA. Water is expected to be back on at 9pm.

Thank you for your patience and apologies to all those affected.
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UPDATE 5.50PM

Crews are working hard to resolve the burst and return water back to normal supply. The earliest that the water may be on again is 7.30pm. If this is expected to be longer, we will update our social channels again.

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UPDATE 3.50PM

The water tanker will be driving through the streets affected to provide water to residents. Thank you for your patience.

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UPDATE 3.06pm

A water tanker has been arranged to provide water to residents. This is expected to arrive at 4pm.

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The planned outage in Duncan St, Tawa is expected to extend beyond 4pm due to a water main burst in Duncan St.

We currently do not have an estimated time when the water will come back on, however we will update as we get further information.

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