Otaihanga, Paraparaumu

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73 days ago

TV

Christine from Raumati Beach

I am looking for a free or cheap technician who can come to my place and set my 50" TV up so I can get Freeview which is built in. The tv is around 3 years old etc
Please text or ring me on 027 591 7772. Thank you.

73 days ago

All sorts of goodies at The Computer Place

Heather Cathro from Cando Technology Ltd T/A The Computer Place

For all you Computer service and replacement PC/laptop requirements - 27 years servicing the Kapiti Region and beyond

Great selection of laptops & PC's from basic to gaming, Windows 10&11 compatible as well as Linux based

Great selection of USB and Networking cables and … View more
For all you Computer service and replacement PC/laptop requirements - 27 years servicing the Kapiti Region and beyond

Great selection of laptops & PC's from basic to gaming, Windows 10&11 compatible as well as Linux based

Great selection of USB and Networking cables and accessories

Are you an early bird Christmas Shopper? We have great gift ideas instore. From tool kits to wi-fi equipment.

A great selection of batteries are also available.

Come check us out
Cnr Kapiti Road & Hinemoa St (7 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu)
04 2972226
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
If you cannot pop it, call us 04 2972226 or email to info@cando.co.nz

Negotiable

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74 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, … View more
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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74 days ago

THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET IS ON NEXT SUNDAY

Gary from Waikanae

WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St. Waikanane Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 13 October 10am - 1pm

Enjoy a Sunday Family day out with a visit this great Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and gifts … View more
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St. Waikanane Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 13 October 10am - 1pm

Enjoy a Sunday Family day out with a visit this great Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and gifts including:

- Jaylons Bakery - Yummy baking treats, Biscuits, Loaves including Keto and; Gluten Free items

- Red Van Plants - Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers

- Award winning locally grown Olive Oil

- Meet the Local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure Books

- Crochet Toys for the Children

- Indoor Mosaics

- This Little Kiwi - Sauces, Dressings, Prenzel Products and Beverages etc.


- Beautiful Jewellery

- Painted Tiles


- Sewing Craft - lots of choices including different styled bags, scarves, aprons etc

- Dolls Clothes and Children's Dress Ups

- Local yummy Natural Honey

- Garden Art including Mosaics

- A wide variety of Homewares including hand made quilts, pillow cases and cushions etc

- Bowel Cancer Fundraiser

- Junk for joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and hand made items including lots of great Gift ideas

- Much much more.

Why not escape the house, visit the market, pick up a bargain or a gift, then enjoy the rest of the day in Kāpiti at other events and attractions including maybe a visit to one of our awesome local cafes.

Meet up with friends and enjoy an outing at this great friendly Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!

75 days ago

Auto harp by OscarSchmid

Margaret from Waikanae

Auto harp In excellent condition with its carrying case and spare strings .
30 string with in built tuner. Also some music for it and a spare external tuner. Sadly due to hand injury
I can no longer play it .

Price: $600

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77 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.

What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?

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Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?
  • 15.2% It's fine!
    15.2% Complete
  • 74.7% It's questionable
    74.7% Complete
  • 10.1% Other - I'll share below
    10.1% Complete
2197 votes
76 days ago

Food Recall: ABC brand Sweet Soy Sauce Kecap Manis (275ml, 600ml and 6kg)

James from Waikanae

Big T Asian Supermarket is recalling ABC brand Sweet Soy Sauce Kecap Manis (275ml, 600ml and 6kg) due to the presence of undeclared allergens (gluten, soy, sulphites & wheat).

People with a gluten, soy, sulphites or wheat allergy should not consume these products. If you are not allergic to … View more
Big T Asian Supermarket is recalling ABC brand Sweet Soy Sauce Kecap Manis (275ml, 600ml and 6kg) due to the presence of undeclared allergens (gluten, soy, sulphites & wheat).

People with a gluten, soy, sulphites or wheat allergy should not consume these products. If you are not allergic to gluten, soy, sulphites or wheat, this recall does not affect you.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

77 days ago

The Heat Pump Hygienist

James Higgins from Ethos Energy - The Heat Pump Hygienist

Ethos Energy stands out as the sole provider of a comprehensive heat pump hygienist service in the Wellington, Kapiti Coast, and Horowhenua regions. Unlike other companies that primarily focus on a 12-or 24-point check and filter cleaning, our service goes beyond. We ensure the air quality that … View moreEthos Energy stands out as the sole provider of a comprehensive heat pump hygienist service in the Wellington, Kapiti Coast, and Horowhenua regions. Unlike other companies that primarily focus on a 12-or 24-point check and filter cleaning, our service goes beyond. We ensure the air quality that flows through your heat pump is of the highest standard, free from harmful microbes and black mould. We have diligently developed its system of servicing heat pumps. We are not just a service provider but a catalyst for the continuous improvement and development of the growing heat pump industry in New Zealand. 

Our journey began with a critical evaluation of our training and experience in servicing heat pumps, comparing it to global standards. This process led to a 'red pill moment' for our team, a realization that what was considered a full annual service in NZ was only a part of the service in other places. This prompted us to design our service, incorporating international best practices and standards, ensuring that our customers receive the most comprehensive and effective heat pump servicing. 



How Clean is your heat pump air?
To explain in the most basic way, a heat pump indoor unit pulls air from the area it is in over the heat exchange; before the heat exchange, a filter captures microbes to help purify the air.

What are Microbes?

Microbes are tiny living things found all around us. They are too small to be seen by the naked eye. They live in water, soil, and air. The human body is home to millions of these microbes, also called microorganisms. Some microbes make us sick, while others are important for our health. The most common types are bacteria and fungi.

Can you guess which microbes our heat pumps collect? Yep, you guessed it—the bad ones for our health. But don't worry—it gets worse, and your heat pump can also develop black mould.

Regular filter cleaning is a good start, but it's not enough to stop all microbes. Some are so microscopic that they bypass the filter and settle on the heat exchange and fan blade. Over time, these microbes build up and can create a potent toxic soup of bacteria, fungi, and black mould in your heat pump. This can be highly detrimental to the health of the elderly, children, and folks with breath issues such as asthma or who are immune-compromised, hindering their ability to recover from health issues. Ethos Energy's unique heat pump hygienist service is not just about maintaining your heat pump, it's about safeguarding your health and the health of your loved ones.

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77 days ago

Free Superking mattress and bases

Sue from Waikanae

Good morning!
Quite old but still really comfortable, no stains, so I'm sure it still has a lot of life in it.
If anybody would like this please contact me, but note that it must be collected before Thursday, otherwise I've asked the Salvation Army to take it away. Headboard not … View more
Good morning!
Quite old but still really comfortable, no stains, so I'm sure it still has a lot of life in it.
If anybody would like this please contact me, but note that it must be collected before Thursday, otherwise I've asked the Salvation Army to take it away. Headboard not included. Does include mattress protector and sheets.
Ring 0275 999 823

Free

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84 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from … View more
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 72.4% Yes
    72.4% Complete
  • 24.3% No
    24.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
3216 votes
77 days ago

Tray chic

Resene

Repurpose an old picture frame and serve up a message of love to family or friends with Resene colours, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene FX Paint Effects Medium.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Find out more

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77 days ago

Waikanae Arts and. Crafts Society - Indoor Market Day

Jocelyn from Waikanae

Put a circle around Saturday 19 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm, to come along to our indoor market day at our rooms, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, baking and raffles. For the … View morePut a circle around Saturday 19 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm, to come along to our indoor market day at our rooms, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, baking and raffles. For the first time there will also be a ‘craft stash’ table. Come along and see what’s for sale.

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78 days ago

Update on the Maclean skate park development

Glen Olsen from Parapraumu Community Board

On Tuesday the Paraparaumu Community Board and elected members where given a walk through of the Maclean skate park development. It’s great to see that work is on schedule, on budget and it is looking amazing, looking forward to the skate park being a regional draw card again as it used to be … View moreOn Tuesday the Paraparaumu Community Board and elected members where given a walk through of the Maclean skate park development. It’s great to see that work is on schedule, on budget and it is looking amazing, looking forward to the skate park being a regional draw card again as it used to be when it was in its prime, more visitors to the area is a positive for the our local beach businesses!

Tarn Sheerin from the Raumati Community Board joined us for the walk through and after wrote (Photos also credited to Tarn):

I've not been on a skateboard since the 90s, but today, walking through the soonish to be completed new skatepark in Paraparaumu, I had a massive urge to drop into the bowl. But at my age, I would probably break a hip or someone else's and no one wants that 😆
I think the Kapiti Coast District Council staff and the team at Angus McMillan Concrete have done an outstanding job and I can't wait to hear how our youth and our visitors to the area love the new park, which is due to open in the new year🛹🛹🛹
There will be colour in the concrete, art by local graffiti artists and I'm hoping that KCDC will put on a public BBQ for everyone when the park is officially opened... 🛹🍖🌭
Angus McMillan Concrete have made over 30 skate parks, the staff all skate, well apart from Angus, who hasnever skated before.. but your never too old to learn right Angus!! Thanks team, we appreciate all your hard work

78 days ago

Coat

Sue from Waikanae

Lovely black quilted coat 16/18

Negotiable

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