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A fun and quirky light shade we adapted from a colander, for our kitchen. We brought it with us from our old home, but realised it didn't quite fit the new space. So this is surplus to requirements. I include an image with it up in our old kitchen. It’s easy to place up. Contact Viv on … View moreA fun and quirky light shade we adapted from a colander, for our kitchen. We brought it with us from our old home, but realised it didn't quite fit the new space. So this is surplus to requirements. I include an image with it up in our old kitchen. It’s easy to place up. Contact Viv on 0211719691.
Fartboy books #1-6
Author: Adam Wallace & James Hart
Have only been read once, in new condition
21 kids books. All books are in good condition, pick one or some, or all!
$1 each or $15 for the lot
- Buster Bayliss - The Big Freeze, Philip Reeve
- The Hundred Mile an Hour Dog, Jeremy Strong
- Jake and Pete and the Magpies Wedding, Terry Denton
- The Diary of a Killer Cat, Anne Fine
- The … View more21 kids books. All books are in good condition, pick one or some, or all!
$1 each or $15 for the lot
- Buster Bayliss - The Big Freeze, Philip Reeve
- The Hundred Mile an Hour Dog, Jeremy Strong
- Jake and Pete and the Magpies Wedding, Terry Denton
- The Diary of a Killer Cat, Anne Fine
- The Goonies, James Kahn / Steven Spielberg
- Secret 7 Adventure #2, Enid Blyton
- Meet the Kreeps - The Mad Scientist, Kiki Thorpe
- Ghost Buddy, Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
- Stone Me!, Steve Barlow and Steve Skidmore
- Animorphs - The Suspicion, K A Applegate
- Horrid Henry's Wedding, Francesca Simon
- Super Powers - The Clash of Claws, Alex Cliff
- Harry Houdini - Wonderdog!, William Taylor
- Path of the Thunderbird, Sara Miller and Pat Toole
- Johnny Whistler and the Spiders, Tom Bradley
- Russell Troy, Monster Boy, Bruce Coville
- Slime Squad - The Supernatural Squid, Steve Cole
- Smelly Bill's Whiffy Weekend, Daniel Postgate
- Half Minute Horrors, Cassandra Clare, James Patterson, Lemony Snicket, Neil Gaiman, Holly Black
- Johnny Catbiscuit to the Rescue!, Michael Cox
- The Brixton Brothers - The Case of the Mistaken Identity, Mac Barnett
Venue Name
Dr Gertrude Atmore Supper Room, Memorial Hall
Street Address: Main St, Otaki
Topic/Speaker: Bill Jorgensen will speak about his Italian ancestors and the research he did to put together a book about them
Hope you all have a good break over Easter! If you have time for a visit to the gallery, we will be open from 1-4 on Saturday and Easter Monday (closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday).
SPINNING, KNITTING AND CROCHET (SKC) EVENING GROUP
For those who cannot come during the day, we have a spinning, knitting and crochet group on Tuesday evenings between 7.30 and 9.00pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). The group are more than happy to help you get started. … View moreSPINNING, KNITTING AND CROCHET (SKC) EVENING GROUP
For those who cannot come during the day, we have a spinning, knitting and crochet group on Tuesday evenings between 7.30 and 9.00pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). The group are more than happy to help you get started. We also have an extensive library of patterns to get you on your way. Everyone welcome! Contact Judy Davis 027 453 5232.
For those who enjoy crocheting, look at these photos of a magnificent Wharenui Hatikoa (Māori meeting house) currently at the Canterbury Museum - all in crochet!
Something to aspire to?
ASB bank have shared a message to make people aware that messages from scammers claiming they are from our ASB Securities team are doing the rounds.
If you receive one of these messages don’t act on it, don’t click on any links on suspicious emails and text messages, or provide any personal… View moreASB bank have shared a message to make people aware that messages from scammers claiming they are from our ASB Securities team are doing the rounds.
If you receive one of these messages don’t act on it, don’t click on any links on suspicious emails and text messages, or provide any personal or banking information.
If you think you’ve provided your details to a suspicious person or company, please call your bank immediately.
ASB are available 24/7 on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or +64 9 303 0332 if you're overseas.
For ASB users, if you want some more info on staying safe online visit asb.co.nz/asbscamhub
It might not be too late for you, but some people look back and wish they had taken a different career path.
If you could go back in time, would you choose something different? Let us know what you would have chosen in the comments below.
we have piles of the Illustrated London News to move to a new owner. These are full of amazing photographs and articles and will interest history buffs and perhaps teachers. They are as follows:
1946 48 editions
1947 53 editions, i.e. the full year plus the Christmas edition
1948 19 editions
… View morewe have piles of the Illustrated London News to move to a new owner. These are full of amazing photographs and articles and will interest history buffs and perhaps teachers. They are as follows:
1946 48 editions
1947 53 editions, i.e. the full year plus the Christmas edition
1948 19 editions
1949 19 editions
1950 40 editions
1951 23 editions1952 5 editions
If you're interested, please make us an offer and be prepared to collect them from Otaki.
We also have editions from both World Wars. Message me on Neighbourly or contact me on 021818636.
Warm, fragrant hot cross buns are always a firm favourite in Ryman villages over the Easter holidays. It’s also the perfect time to spend with family – and what better way to create a festive atmosphere than by baking some delicious hot cross buns with your grandkids?
Nothing beats … View moreWarm, fragrant hot cross buns are always a firm favourite in Ryman villages over the Easter holidays. It’s also the perfect time to spend with family – and what better way to create a festive atmosphere than by baking some delicious hot cross buns with your grandkids?
Nothing beats home-made, and this recipe, shared by Ryman chef Matt Orr, will make a perfect Easter treat. As they bake, your home will be filled with the sweet aromas of Easter, and you’ll have a wonderful snack to enjoy together. So, let’s get baking!
Click read more for the full recipe.
The winners this week get to choose between a Mitre10 or Bunnings voucher to the value of $100. The lucky members are:
Anaru Gray from Ranui
Felicia Gear from Palmerston North
Brettan Floyd from Paihia
… View moreThe winners this week get to choose between a Mitre10 or Bunnings voucher to the value of $100. The lucky members are:
Anaru Gray from Ranui
Felicia Gear from Palmerston North
Brettan Floyd from Paihia
Maureen Callaghan from Burnside
Winners, get in touch with the Neighbourly team before 22nd April to claim your prize.
If you're not a winner, check back next Tuesday!
Anybody have no 16 and no 10 Woolworths Minecraft Cubies for swap or sell,Thanks
Whether it's craft, haberdashery, woodwork or upcycling, we'd love to see what you've been working on lately.
You may even spark someone else's creativity...
Tell us about your current project or show us a picture in the comments below...
We are renovating our bathroom so have a Vanity Bench top, Basin and Mixer Tap for sale All attached.
Dimensions of Basin:-
Width - 90cm
Depth - 46cm
Offers
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