Raumati South, Paraparaumu

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447 days ago

The proposed hotel, residential, conference centre at Paraparaumu Beach

Carol from Raumati South

Did you see the artist's impression of this proposed building in a recent Kapiti Observer? The remarkable thing is its banality. The KCDC district plan has an aesthetic component, which Safari Group (the developer) has not referenced. A check of their online portfolio shows this proposal is a… View moreDid you see the artist's impression of this proposed building in a recent Kapiti Observer? The remarkable thing is its banality. The KCDC district plan has an aesthetic component, which Safari Group (the developer) has not referenced. A check of their online portfolio shows this proposal is a regurgitation of past work, including some pretty ordinary architecture. Given the terrific location on prime waterfront, there's an opportunity for this building to be an attraction in its own right. It doesn't have to be a Len Lye, or a Sydney Opera House, or a Hundertwasser (but such originality would definitely generate the desired local income). Lucky for us, the regular consent process is back, so stand up community if you'd like the developer to put in a bit more effort for Kapiti. Or, we'll have the whale sculpture at one end of the beach (an extraordinary drawcard for generating local income), and an office block at the other.

447 days ago

Hatching a plan

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kapiti

Transform your hen house into a colourful garden feature with Resene paints.

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

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475 days ago

Poll: True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

To find out the answer, click the link below and take our ‘Truth about alcohol' quiz.

www.heartfoundation.org.nz...

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True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.
  • 50.1% True
    50.1% Complete
  • 49.9% False
    49.9% Complete
2429 votes
451 days ago

Poll: Should you mow your neighbour's berm?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The sun is out, the grass is dry and you've fired up the mower. Your neighbour's half is looking a little overgrown, do you do theirs too?

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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Should you mow your neighbour's berm?
  • 63.9% Yes, it's the neighbourly thing to do
    63.9% Complete
  • 30.7% No, they might start to expect it
    30.7% Complete
  • 3.7% I didn't know we were supposed to mow berms?
    3.7% Complete
  • 1.7% What's a berm?
    1.7% Complete
2425 votes
449 days ago

Don't miss out, neighbour!

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449 days ago

Mobil Karori is open!

Mobil Karori

To celebrate, we are offering 2x Smiles points and 10c off every litre of fuel!

Fuel up at Mobil Karori as many times as you like between 28th August until 10th September 2023 to enjoy 2x Smiles points. Redeem 10c off per litre of fuel until 24th September 2023, exclusively at Mobil Karori. … View more
To celebrate, we are offering 2x Smiles points and 10c off every litre of fuel!

Fuel up at Mobil Karori as many times as you like between 28th August until 10th September 2023 to enjoy 2x Smiles points. Redeem 10c off per litre of fuel until 24th September 2023, exclusively at Mobil Karori. Terms and conditions apply.

Find us at 245 Karori Road, Karori. Let’s go!
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454 days ago

Winter energy payments

Rob from Waikanae

Someone was questioning this a few weeks back, here is the answer.

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449 days ago

Office chair

Philip from Waikanae Beach

Excellent condition, material has no stains or rips. Hydraulic lift and adjustments all great. High back, long base, perfect for taller people. Pick up Waikanae Beach. Phone or text 021 1287 593.

Price: $30

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450 days ago

THE MAHARA PLACE MID-WEEK MARKET IS ON TODAY

Gary from Waikanae

Come on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Honey, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Sewing Crafts, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots … View moreCome on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Yummy Local Honey, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Sewing Crafts, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots more. There are still some new Ladies Seamless Tops available at $5 ea, and Girls Alpaca Wool Ponchos at $10. Grab a coffee, lunch and visit the market and the local shops. See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL!!

451 days ago

Cardboard moving boxes

Ruth from Nikau Valley

We are in search of cardboard moving boxes, big or small, thank you
I am willing to pay for them

Free

453 days ago

shell fish

Heather from Raumati South

I found a lovely brown olive shell on the beach and want to keep it, however, I need to remove the dead fish first. Any ideas how?

454 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A stunning picture by Simon Woolf.

"When you are photographing in Karori, there are some unique occupational hazards! New phone and I'm shooting a time-lapse of Tui in flight. I look out the window, and my new phone is being investigated, tugged and being put through the ruggedness … View more
A stunning picture by Simon Woolf.

"When you are photographing in Karori, there are some unique occupational hazards! New phone and I'm shooting a time-lapse of Tui in flight. I look out the window, and my new phone is being investigated, tugged and being put through the ruggedness test by this young Kaka!
Kaka are so intelligent, and much more gentle than their South Island cousins, the Kea. It's always more investigation than sheer vandalism and mischief! It's such a joy and privilege to have them around."

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452 days ago

Upright piano

June from Waikanae

Upright iron frame Halle piano. Beautiful wood. Hasn't been played for a long time but maintained over its life until a handful of years ago. No keys sticking and the action feels okay. Listed on behalf of my elderly parent, who bought it in the mid-1950s. DM to arrange a visit. Buyer must … View moreUpright iron frame Halle piano. Beautiful wood. Hasn't been played for a long time but maintained over its life until a handful of years ago. No keys sticking and the action feels okay. Listed on behalf of my elderly parent, who bought it in the mid-1950s. DM to arrange a visit. Buyer must arrange removal.

Price: $250

452 days ago

Firewood for donation

June from Waikanae

Firewood, collect for a donation. I'm posting this on behalf of an elderly parent. I don't know the condition of the wood nor type, see photos to judge this. It was purchased about two years ago. Preference to someone who takes all the wood. PM me.

Negotiable

452 days ago

Free Wool Blanket

Russell from Paraparaumu

Former My Food Bag wool blanket. Useful for mulching etc.

Free

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