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FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time,… View moreFRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.
Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.
A little bit about Andrew:
Dr … View moreWhat can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.
Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.
A little bit about Andrew:
Dr Andrew Hubbard is deputy chief executive of Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CAB) and loves working for the CAB so much that he’s been there for more than fifteen years.
Andrew believes in the difference people can make working together in the community and loves being able to support the work of the more than 2000 CAB volunteers across the motu. Andrew’s background is in policy and he’s been actively involved in consumer issues for the fifteen years he’s been at the CAB.
Andrew and the CAB team are ready to answer your questions about your consumer rights. This might be questions about when you can get a refunds, your rights when buying via Facebook or overseas, product delivery issues and what to do if a retailer won't sort a problem out for you.
Andrew is here live on Wednesday from 9.30am for your questions.
We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?
Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, … View moreWe've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?
Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, let's brainstorm!
Share your favourite lunches from your school days or the go-to meals your kids love! Perhaps we can come up with a menu of crowd-pleasing school lunches...
Morena whanau. I feel like I'm finally over the virus I had, yay 😊. So, back on again this Ràmere/Friday at 2pm, 14 Victoria St, Whakaoriori/Masterton. Thought we could think about how and if we feel we have a community around us that can awhi us, we can support others and help us to feel… View moreMorena whanau. I feel like I'm finally over the virus I had, yay 😊. So, back on again this Ràmere/Friday at 2pm, 14 Victoria St, Whakaoriori/Masterton. Thought we could think about how and if we feel we have a community around us that can awhi us, we can support others and help us to feel safe, connected to others and help us to realise we are one big, diverse human family 💞💖👍😊. Looking forward to meeting yous 💙
For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.
“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.
Click read more for the full story.
This week in Carterton at the Wairarapa Arts Festival:
Two Guitars - Friday 14 March 7:30pm 🎸🎸
A heartwarming and hilarious theatrical musical exploring identity, set against the backdrop of a high-stakes gig.
Holloway Hoopla - Sunday 16 March 10am to 2pm 🎈
This family-friendly … View moreThis week in Carterton at the Wairarapa Arts Festival:
Two Guitars - Friday 14 March 7:30pm 🎸🎸
A heartwarming and hilarious theatrical musical exploring identity, set against the backdrop of a high-stakes gig.
Holloway Hoopla - Sunday 16 March 10am to 2pm 🎈
This family-friendly event, on Holloway Street in Carterton is sure to entertain, with circus and street performers, food trucks, craft workshops, music and more.
Holloway Hoopla: Art Workshops - Sunday 16 March 10am & 12:30pm Sessions 🎨
Book your tickets at the link below 👇
If you're organised, eager to learn and passionate about making a difference, join the Samaritans Wellington team as a Fundraising Officer!
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8922) on our website by clicking the link below.
Corvette Nationals 2025 'Mothers Show and Shine' public car show is on this Saturday 15th March at Copthorne Solway Park, Masterton.
All cars will be parked at Copthorne Solway Park for public display.
9.00am - 11.00am. Gold Coin Koha collected by Solway School.
Gather up your family & friends and enjoy talented performers from Kuranui College in the vineyard with great wines, (soft drinks available), and amazing food (Tacos & Smashburgers) by Lulu’s Taquiera.
This Sunday 16th March. FREE ENTRY. Cellar Door opens at 11am, performances from … View moreGather up your family & friends and enjoy talented performers from Kuranui College in the vineyard with great wines, (soft drinks available), and amazing food (Tacos & Smashburgers) by Lulu’s Taquiera.
This Sunday 16th March. FREE ENTRY. Cellar Door opens at 11am, performances from 11.30am, Gladstone Vineyard, Carterton.
Congratulations to this week's winners who have won a $100 Briscoes voucher each.
Shilpy Rattu from Takapuna
Alana August from Morrinsville
Michael Cooney from Whangarei
… View moreCongratulations to this week's winners who have won a $100 Briscoes voucher each.
Shilpy Rattu from Takapuna
Alana August from Morrinsville
Michael Cooney from Whangarei
Matthew Alan from Rangiora
Winners, get in touch here before 18th March.
Not a winner? Check back next week.
Passionate about humanitarian work and community resilience? New Zealand Red Cross is seeking an Area Councillor to help guide and strengthen our local efforts. This is a great opportunity to contribute your leadership and governance skills to a global movement making a real impact.
You can … View morePassionate about humanitarian work and community resilience? New Zealand Red Cross is seeking an Area Councillor to help guide and strengthen our local efforts. This is a great opportunity to contribute your leadership and governance skills to a global movement making a real impact.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8919) on our website or clicking the link below.
Volunteer Wellington, in partnership with Mentoring Foundation of NZ, is offering a Governance Mentoring Programme to strengthen leadership in the community and voluntary sector. This programme matches mentees with experienced mentors to build governance capability, confidence and connections.
… View moreVolunteer Wellington, in partnership with Mentoring Foundation of NZ, is offering a Governance Mentoring Programme to strengthen leadership in the community and voluntary sector. This programme matches mentees with experienced mentors to build governance capability, confidence and connections.
Participants will receive:
✔ One-on-one mentoring with an experienced governance leader
✔ Training, orientation, and six months of support
✔ Development goal setting and networking opportunities
Programme dates: 29 April – 11 Nov 2025
Mentee fee: $75 | Mentors: Free
EOI closes: 26 March 2025
If you’re looking to grow your governance skills or be a mentor, register now. More details on our website.
Tēna koutou neighbours, The Post is currently investigating school zoning. We're interested to hear from parents/whānau about how they decided what school to send their children to. Did you send your child(ren) to the school you're in zone for (or the nearest school if you don't … View moreTēna koutou neighbours, The Post is currently investigating school zoning. We're interested to hear from parents/whānau about how they decided what school to send their children to. Did you send your child(ren) to the school you're in zone for (or the nearest school if you don't live inside a particular zone)? Did you enroll your child in a school out-of-zone? Did you move house to get into a particular school/zone? We'd love to hear from a wide range of people, so please get in touch with me or Hanna McCallum if you have something to say on this topic: brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz
hanna.mccallum@stuff.co.nz
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View moreOur experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍
✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
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