Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

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366 days ago

New world promotion

Shirley from Peka Peka

There are a lot of people including me pretty disappointed with New World running out of promotion prizes well before the promotion finishes.
This is not the first time this has happened , leaving many people on their own or with small families ( who don't buy big volumes )missing out on what… View more
There are a lot of people including me pretty disappointed with New World running out of promotion prizes well before the promotion finishes.
This is not the first time this has happened , leaving many people on their own or with small families ( who don't buy big volumes )missing out on what they wanted even though they have bought extra items to get stickers to achieve this. This has happened 3 times that l know of so the management should have sorted this issue before now. I suggest we BOYCOT NEW WORLD for some days ! Then they might get the message that tempting buyers to buy more ( to get stickers) and not delivering the rewards is just not acceptable!
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370 days ago

Total Garden Spring Clean

Lynette from Waikanae

Looking for major help in garden. I have had bad luck with my health these last good number of months culminating with a broken sternum after a fall. Even pottering is out of the question for me at present. If interested in looking at the what needs to be done and offering a quote please be in … View moreLooking for major help in garden. I have had bad luck with my health these last good number of months culminating with a broken sternum after a fall. Even pottering is out of the question for me at present. If interested in looking at the what needs to be done and offering a quote please be in contact. (Waikanae).

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363 days ago

OCTOBER'S WEATHER IN KĀPITI

Murray from Paraparaumu

Kāpiti-Horowhenua experienced the coldest October in a decade, largely due to the persistent nor’westerlies, particularly over the first weeks of the month. Rainfall was again well below average and it was sunnier than usual. We again escaped the severe weather events of some regions, and local … View moreKāpiti-Horowhenua experienced the coldest October in a decade, largely due to the persistent nor’westerlies, particularly over the first weeks of the month. Rainfall was again well below average and it was sunnier than usual. We again escaped the severe weather events of some regions, and local warnings again failed to eventuate, although there were a couple of scary wind storms.

The average daily maximum temperature was 17.1 degrees, only three points below average, largely due to an increase in temperatures towards the end of the month. However, eastern areas of central New Zealand were a degree or more warmer due to the same nor-westerlies raising their temperatures. Blenheim had 11 days over 20 degrees, we had one, that on the last day of the month.

Rainfall of around 70 mm was deficient by about 25 percent; not a good sign for summer.

The lack of sunshine early in the month saw an increase later, with the equivalent of 18 sunny days being above average.

With the wind decreasing and increasing sunshine, November could be a summer month (based on a 20 degree temperature average) as it often is, but with an average of 19.3 degrees over the last decade it cannot be guaranteed.

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367 days ago

Electric vehicle experience to be aware of.

Warwick from Paraparaumu Beach

A couple of years ago my wife and I bought a new well-known and respected brand of hybrid car. We decided on a hybrid because of the advantages offered by electric vehicles coupled with the extended range of a petrol motor. It has been a gem of a car - until last weekend when it refused to start. … View moreA couple of years ago my wife and I bought a new well-known and respected brand of hybrid car. We decided on a hybrid because of the advantages offered by electric vehicles coupled with the extended range of a petrol motor. It has been a gem of a car - until last weekend when it refused to start. No warning. No alarm. NOTHING. It just would not start. By absolute chance the local AA rep was across the road on a separate call-out. He was extremely efficient, explained the problem, and was able to start our car so we could get home. He then came to our home and fitted a new battery. It transpires that while the car is in the electric mode, the auxiliary battery is unable to be charged. As in conventional cars there is an alternator connected to the petrol motor, but not in electric. So, just a heads-up for hybrid owners: Be aware - save money, petrol and the planet by going electric, and be prepared for a great deal of inconvenience and annoyance and to pay out between $250 and $600 for a replacement auxiliary battery which could (and did) fail with no warning after about 35000 kilometers. Or just use the petrol mode. Maybe I'll just go and buy a horse.

362 days ago

Preparing Your Home For Sale

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

For many people, the thought of downsizing and moving to a new house can be pretty daunting, especially if you’ve lived in the family home for the last 20 to 30 years. But if you take the plunge, it can open the door for you to truly expand your life.

There are two things to consider when … View more
For many people, the thought of downsizing and moving to a new house can be pretty daunting, especially if you’ve lived in the family home for the last 20 to 30 years. But if you take the plunge, it can open the door for you to truly expand your life.

There are two things to consider when you’ve decided to sell up – how to present your home so it’s appealing to buyers and packing up your home for the physical move.

Before you jump into renovations to make the place look shiny and new, think carefully about the value they will add to the house and whether you’ll recover that cost in the sale price. Renovations can be costly, stressful and time-consuming, so they’re only worth making if they’ll add significant value to your house sale.

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363 days ago

Subscribe and save with Sunday Star-Times

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366 days ago

Take the Quiz!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

How much do you know about the heart? Try our Heart Myths and Facts Quiz. Some of the answers might shock you!

Take the quiz here: www.heartfoundation.org.nz...

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363 days ago

Grey /Blue executive bookcase

Marten from Waikanae

Long lowish bookcase for sale. (180cm wide, 80cm tall and 30cm wide) Reasonable condition, used to be in a CEO office in Wgtn. Was $40 reduced to $30. (Two shelves for the unit are on top and nor shown in place.) If interested, let me know and we can haggle. Cheers

Negotiable

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363 days ago

Hand mower

Mel from Raumati South

Flymo H40 new condion. blades sharpend and set, light and easy to use, kept insi tel/text 0272308-456
Negotiable

Price: $40

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363 days ago

BMW 318 Saloon

Nigel from Paraparaumu

Street cred red! Sexy wheels, sunshine room and all the trimmings. An eye-turner, especially among the young and those of a certain age. Runs well. Sad to sell but we are going away. 1895cc German-made, imported built-up. 143,132km. Just passed WOF.

Negotiable

364 days ago

Win this brand-new home!

Heart Foundation

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For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this Jennian home in the Coromandel worth over $1 million. Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two outdoor decks and an open-plan kitchen,… View more
Choose retreat or residence as the winner of this brand-new, fully furnished home in beautiful Whitianga.

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this Jennian home in the Coromandel worth over $1 million. Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two outdoor decks and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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364 days ago

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Vincent from Waikanae

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364 days ago

robbie williams tickets

Lynnaire from Otaki District

2 tickets for robbie williams for the mission concert on the 11th November

Price: $150

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365 days ago

Heirloom Tomatoes and other Veggies Waikanae and Otaki Markets this Weekend

Val from Otaki District

This week we have the first dwarf and climbing Beans as well as Tomatoes, Cucumber, Gherkins and Zucchini (including the 'Rolls Royce' variety, Costata Romanesco).
Coming up soon, some more new tomato varieties (new sowing of Black Krim and Indigo Rose for those who missed out) as well … View more
This week we have the first dwarf and climbing Beans as well as Tomatoes, Cucumber, Gherkins and Zucchini (including the 'Rolls Royce' variety, Costata Romanesco).
Coming up soon, some more new tomato varieties (new sowing of Black Krim and Indigo Rose for those who missed out) as well as pumpkin, kumi kumi, capsicum, chillies, basil, scarlet runner beans (look for Takamatua Black, a New Zealand heirloom from Akaroa) and much more.

368 days ago

Waikanae Pools open for summer!

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

It's time to make a splash at Waikanae Pools! That's right Kāpiti, the local summer favourite has opened its gates for the first day of the season yesterday, and the team are looking forward to seeing you there soon.

What’s happening this week…
💦 Aquafit is on Monday, … View more
It's time to make a splash at Waikanae Pools! That's right Kāpiti, the local summer favourite has opened its gates for the first day of the season yesterday, and the team are looking forward to seeing you there soon.

What’s happening this week…
💦 Aquafit is on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9.15am and Tuesdays, 7pm
💦 school lessons are back
💦 Learn to Swim classes start today from 3pm
💦 swim club starts Thursday 2 November – Monday and Thursday night the pools will close at 6pm for this.

While the main pool is open today, the toddler pool will open a few days later. To keep up to date with lane availability, activities and more, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

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