Aokautere - Fitzherbert, Palmerston North

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446 days ago

Food waste trial an eye-opening environmental success

Matthew Dallas Reporter from Manawatū Standard

Hi neighbours,

A five-month food-scraps collection trial run by Palmerston North City Council has saved 16,010 kilograms of food from going to the landfill.

It was instead turned to compost at the Awapuni Resource Recovery Park.

Central Government has announced that all councils will … View more
Hi neighbours,

A five-month food-scraps collection trial run by Palmerston North City Council has saved 16,010 kilograms of food from going to the landfill.

It was instead turned to compost at the Awapuni Resource Recovery Park.

Central Government has announced that all councils will have to set up a food waste collection service by 2030.

Do you already separate your food scraps for compost, or does it go in the trash or down the insinkerator?

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436 days ago

Backgammon set

Helen Gilmour-Jones from Hokowhitu Village Centre Incorporated

We have a Backgammon set in a case, in beautiful condition, for sale. Come and view it on Sunday 17 September at our centre in Hokowhitu Village Market. Good offer accepted, others selling on Trade Me for $40.

Negotiable

436 days ago

Books and Jigsaws for sale

Helen Gilmour-Jones from Hokowhitu Village Centre Incorporated

Spring book sale, all books $1 until 30 September. We are open Saturday 10 - 12, and at Hokowhitu Village Market Sunday 17 September. Jigsaws $2 each on Sunday.

Negotiable

436 days ago

Find out your heart age!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Try our online heart-health tool 'My Heart Check' to find out your estimated heart age compared to your actual age. The result may surprise you!

Click the link to find out more.

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437 days ago

T V signal

Val from Milson

Anyone have trouble viewing TV Three last night 13/09/23,
terrible pixelating, and could not view it. All other channels ok.

436 days ago

Take your work home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Palmerston North

Five colour and styling tips with Resene for creating an at-home work space that works for you.

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436 days ago

WIN $350 FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD HERO!

The Team from NZ Compare

Costs are on the rise! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?

NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill! Nominate NOW! Entry ends 28 Sep 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one … View more
Costs are on the rise! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?

NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill! Nominate NOW! Entry ends 28 Sep 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one way to see if you can save more or simply switch to something that better suits your needs. If you’re paying for it, make sure it works for you.
Nominate now!

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437 days ago

$2 clothes Friday

Donna from Milson

Ezibuy Sale 31 El Prado Drive
$2 $2 $2 $2 $2
FRIDAY ONLY 15th September 6am to 2 pm

Price: $2

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437 days ago

Occasional support worker

Rebekah from Milson

Hi there,

I became wheelchair bound this year and just need someone to help me when I need to look at rentals or small errands as my Nana can't get me up steps or over a sliding door for example. I am on ACC but they aren't helping.

If anyone is happy to help I have my own car to use. … View more
Hi there,

I became wheelchair bound this year and just need someone to help me when I need to look at rentals or small errands as my Nana can't get me up steps or over a sliding door for example. I am on ACC but they aren't helping.

If anyone is happy to help I have my own car to use. I can't pay alot as I don't get much. If someone is willing to do it voluntary please let me know. Just at a loss.

437 days ago

We have 08 Premium Care Suites available!

Ranfurly Manor

Hi Neighbours,

Are you or your loved ones seeking a place to call home with exceptional care and support? Welcome to our Open Home this weekend at Promisia Ranfurly Manor Retirement Village,

61 Derby Street, Feilding. From 1.00 pm to 2.30 pm - Every Thursday - 14th, 21st & 28th September… View more
Hi Neighbours,

Are you or your loved ones seeking a place to call home with exceptional care and support? Welcome to our Open Home this weekend at Promisia Ranfurly Manor Retirement Village,

61 Derby Street, Feilding. From 1.00 pm to 2.30 pm - Every Thursday - 14th, 21st & 28th September 2023

These apartments offer comfortable space with 34 square meters. The resident will have their own private patios, lounge, en-suite, and kitchenette – perfect for making a cuppa when friends and family come to visit.

Call us at 021 190 5953 or email village.ranfurly@promisia.co.nz
Find out more

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438 days ago

Garage Sale Saturday 16 September 2023 8.00am to 12 Noon

Mark from Aokautere - Fitzherbert

At Hokowhitu Bowling Club 279 Albert Street, Palmerston North,
Wide range of goods including crockery glassware, kitchen appliances and equipment, clothes, shoes, jigsaws and games, workshop equipment, furniture, bikes and miscellaneous goods.

440 days ago

Poll: Do you switch political teams?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the election just over a month away, kiwis are thinking about where to put their vote. For some, individual policies don't matter too much as they'll always vote the same. And for others, their political leanings have changed over time or with each election. Will your vote be vastly … View moreWith the election just over a month away, kiwis are thinking about where to put their vote. For some, individual policies don't matter too much as they'll always vote the same. And for others, their political leanings have changed over time or with each election. Will your vote be vastly different this year?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Do you switch political teams?
  • 50.6% Yes, my vote has changed
    50.6% Complete
  • 45.2% No, my vote has never strayed
    45.2% Complete
  • 4.2% I don't bother voting
    4.2% Complete
1627 votes
438 days ago

Paint it blue with Resene!

Resene

Did you know over 4,000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year? In fact one in eight will get it during their lifetime.

We're proud to be supporting Paint It Blue once again in 2023 - and we'd love our neighbours to be involved too.

Simply buy any blue … View more
Did you know over 4,000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year? In fact one in eight will get it during their lifetime.

We're proud to be supporting Paint It Blue once again in 2023 - and we'd love our neighbours to be involved too.

Simply buy any blue Resene testpot 60mL between 8-21 September and Resene will donate $1 to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand! Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find your new favourite blues.
Find out more

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439 days ago

Wanted

Lois from Hokowhitu

Wondering if anyone knows where I can get my coffee table repaired? The legs on one side have broken.

Negotiable

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