Raumati South, Paraparaumu

527 days ago

Young Pianist and cellist, Benjamin Carter features in Mulled Wine concerts

Mary Gow from Mulled Wine Concerts in Paekakariki

Young Kiwi Pianist to Wow Kapiti Audience
Mulled Wine Concerts Presents BENJAMIN CARTER
A genuine Kiwi home-grown talent, Ben Carter hails from Lower Hutt and
comes from a very musical family – both his parents play in the New Zealand
Symphony Orchestra! Perhaps inevitably, Ben has grown up … View more
Young Kiwi Pianist to Wow Kapiti Audience
Mulled Wine Concerts Presents BENJAMIN CARTER
A genuine Kiwi home-grown talent, Ben Carter hails from Lower Hutt and
comes from a very musical family – both his parents play in the New Zealand
Symphony Orchestra! Perhaps inevitably, Ben has grown up with music and
has developed his own special talent, which will be on display at the Memorial
Hall in Paekakariki on Sunday 23 July when he will put on a concert for Mary
Gow's Mulled Wine Concerts organisation. Kapiti audiences will get a chance
to see a stunning young musician at the very start of what promises to be a
stellar career.

To make the concert even more exciting, audiences will hear
concert-level performances on two instruments - piano and cello - as Ben
presents masterpieces by Mozart, Beethoven, Bach, Prokofiev and Scriabin.
Ben has played piano, cello and his surprise instrument, the ukelele from a
young age. He is a first-year student at Victoria University School of Music
where he is concentrating on studying piano under the guidance of Professor
Jian Liu.

He has been successful in competitions at the regional and national
level – last year he won the National Performing Arts Award, playing the cello.
He will shortly be off to Zhuhai, China as the New Zealand entry for the 50th
International Mozart Competition for young musicians.
Although young, Ben does not lack performing experience – he has appeared
as a soloist with the NZSO at their 75th anniversay celebrations, and also with
musicians from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. He was Principal Cellist
of the NZSO National Youth Orchestra in 2021 and Principal Cellist of the NZ
Secondary Schools Symphony Orchestra 2001-2002. He recently presented
a Mozart Piano Concerto as a soloist with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra.
A versatile young musician such as Benjamin Carter does not come along
very often and Mulled Wine Concerts is proud to present a performance that
will be sure to be well attended and talked about for a very long time.
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Mulled Wine Concerts presents a cello and piano recital by Benjamin Carter at 2:30
PM on Sunday 23 July 2023 at Paekakariki Memorial Hall, 96 The Parade,
Paekakariki 5034.
Tickets $35/ Students (under 16) $15. Online sales: marygow@gmail.com
Info: 021 101 9609
Ticket outlets: Magpie Paramata, 99 Mana Esplanade, Finn's Hotel, Paekākāriki, Moby
Dickens Bookshop Paraparaumu Beach, Jenoa, 2 Mahara Place, Waikanae.

527 days ago

Mainly Music

Jacqui Hurley from Otaki-Waikanae Presbyterian Church

Term 3 starts on
Monday 17 July 2023
At 9.15

Waikanae Presbyterian Church Hall
43 Ngaio Road, Waikanae

All Welcome

528 days ago

Over $17,000 Worth Of TVs Up For Grabs

The TV Guide

This winter, we are backing the Football Ferns with our loyal TV Guide readers who will have a chance to win 1 of 5 Premium 65” Panasonic 4K LED TVs worth $3599 each

Pick up a copy of The TV Guide each week starting from the July 15 issue, find the codeword, and follow the directions to … View more
This winter, we are backing the Football Ferns with our loyal TV Guide readers who will have a chance to win 1 of 5 Premium 65” Panasonic 4K LED TVs worth $3599 each

Pick up a copy of The TV Guide each week starting from the July 15 issue, find the codeword, and follow the directions to be in to win! We’ve put a codeword in each of the following three issues, so find them all for more chances to win. You’ll have until August 20 to enter online or mail in your codeword.
T&Cs apply.
Find Out More

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529 days ago

Do you know the answer?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Jimmy’s mother had three children. The first was called April, the second was called May. What was the name of the third?

*Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Like this post!*

We'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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528 days ago

Free Seed bomb workshops this weekend at Ngā Manu

Jane Carruthers from Ngā Manu Nature Reserve

Be prepared to get your hands dirty!

For the season of celebrating the Maori New Year, signalled by Puanga and Matariki whetu, we are offering two Seed-bomb making sessions for tamariki/rangatahi. These sessions are related to two whetu in particular, Tupuanuku and Tupuarangi, of the Matariki … View more
Be prepared to get your hands dirty!

For the season of celebrating the Maori New Year, signalled by Puanga and Matariki whetu, we are offering two Seed-bomb making sessions for tamariki/rangatahi. These sessions are related to two whetu in particular, Tupuanuku and Tupuarangi, of the Matariki Constellation/Kahui Whetu. We will make acknowledgements to these whetu as part of the session.

Bring a container to take away your dirt bombs for throwing in your garden at home. Run by EnviroSchools.

Koha entry. Admission to the reserve not included. Bookings not required.

Saturday 15 July, 2.30pm and Sunday 16 July, 11am

528 days ago

Table for knitting machine [or other craft]

Isobelle from Waikanae

Sturdy metal table with screw holders for side support and stability. Folds away for storage – aged patina but in good order with ability to clamp a knitting machine or other items. Text 0211568975 - price negotiable
Height 0.77 cm
Width 20.5 cm
Length 1.07 cm
Pickup Waikanae

Price: $35

528 days ago

Food Recall:P Lotte brand Almond Pepero and White Cookie Pepero

James from Waikanae

Emart Company Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Lotte brand Almond Pepero and White Cookie Pepero due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (sesame). People with a sesame allergy should not consume these products. If you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about … View moreEmart Company Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Lotte brand Almond Pepero and White Cookie Pepero due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (sesame). People with a sesame allergy should not consume these products. If you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. If you are not allergic to sesame, this recall does not affect you.

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

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528 days ago

Neoprene type waders for fly fishing

Peter from Raumati Beach

Hello, I would like to buy a set of waders for fly fishing and whitebaiting. I am after the ones made of neoprene or wetsuit type material with built in gum boots. I am a UK size 11 foot or 47 Euro. Someone might have some sitting in their garage not being used. I live in Raumati and happy to come … View moreHello, I would like to buy a set of waders for fly fishing and whitebaiting. I am after the ones made of neoprene or wetsuit type material with built in gum boots. I am a UK size 11 foot or 47 Euro. Someone might have some sitting in their garage not being used. I live in Raumati and happy to come and view any.
Regards
Peter Scott (021 870 948)

529 days ago

Mānawatia a Matariki!

The Team from NZ Compare

The rising of Matariki (a cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades) marks the beginning of the Māori New Year. Happy Māori New Year from the team at NZ Compare!

It is a wonderful time to reflect, to connect with whānau (family), with our taiao (environment), and to celebrate what has … View more
The rising of Matariki (a cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades) marks the beginning of the Māori New Year. Happy Māori New Year from the team at NZ Compare!

It is a wonderful time to reflect, to connect with whānau (family), with our taiao (environment), and to celebrate what has passed and what is to come. We hope you have a warm and safe Matariki.

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533 days ago

Poll: Can you spot a scam?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We used to just be wary of clicking links online, and then came the deceptive phone calls, followed by text messages that look to be from a known company.

The latest statistics from Cert NZ show cyber crime reports from January to March incurred financial losses up to $6 million - a 66% … View more
We used to just be wary of clicking links online, and then came the deceptive phone calls, followed by text messages that look to be from a known company.

The latest statistics from Cert NZ show cyber crime reports from January to March incurred financial losses up to $6 million - a 66% increase on the same time last year. So, it's becoming increasingly difficult to avoid these scams - do you think you can spot a scam?

Vote in our poll, and type 'Not For Print' if you comment but want these excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Can you spot a scam?
  • 20.8% Yes, it's obvious to me
    20.8% Complete
  • 72% Mostly, but I'm cautious
    72% Complete
  • 7.2% No, I'm not confident
    7.2% Complete
2623 votes
530 days ago

Toxic algae - Waikanae River

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

⚠️ Kia ora Kāpiti. Waikanae River at Old State Highway and Jim Cooke Park are still showing signs of heavy toxic algae growth. We continue to ask dog owners to keep their pets safe.

While the official swim spot monitoring season has ended, warm winter weather and low rainfall have combined … View more
⚠️ Kia ora Kāpiti. Waikanae River at Old State Highway and Jim Cooke Park are still showing signs of heavy toxic algae growth. We continue to ask dog owners to keep their pets safe.

While the official swim spot monitoring season has ended, warm winter weather and low rainfall have combined to increase the risk of toxic algae in the river. Toxic algae can make people sick and can be fatal to dogs. These brown or black velvety mats grow on rocks in the riverbeds and come loose and wash up on riverbanks. Dogs love the musty smell and taste of toxic algae, so please keep them on leads away from the water and never let them scavenge at the river’s edge. If you think your dog has swallowed toxic algae, take them to the nearest vet immediately.

To learn more about toxic algae, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

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530 days ago

Pictionary

Carol from Raumati Beach

Does anyone have this board game tucked away unused? If so would love it for my grandies.

Free

531 days ago

THE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI

Andrew Laing from The Lions Club of Kapiti

THE Lions Club of Kapiti.
Have you ever wondered how you can help your community?
Be a Lion

L - looking for a way you can help?
I - in the Kapiti Community
O - our local Lions Club
N - needs you for
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THE Lions Club of Kapiti.
Have you ever wondered how you can help your community?
Be a Lion

L - looking for a way you can help?
I - in the Kapiti Community
O - our local Lions Club
N - needs you for
S - service to others

Make a Difference today
Together Everyone Achieves More
If you want more details contact Andrew, on 0212137338 or at
president.kapiti@lionsclubs.org.nz

531 days ago

Viewings of the new ‘Giant Kiwi’

Jane Carruthers from Ngā Manu Nature Reserve

Giant kiwi spotted at Nga Manu Nature Reserve!!
Early reports say the kiwi is believed to be a large as a human.
Sightings have been sporadic and most have been in front of the visitor centre around 11am and 2.30pm daily. Unlike normal kiwis the sightings have been in full day light.
The kiwi … View more
Giant kiwi spotted at Nga Manu Nature Reserve!!
Early reports say the kiwi is believed to be a large as a human.
Sightings have been sporadic and most have been in front of the visitor centre around 11am and 2.30pm daily. Unlike normal kiwis the sightings have been in full day light.
The kiwi appears friendly and huggable, and also doesn't seem to mind a selfie or photo.
See it at Nga Manu Nature Reserve this weekend.
• Saturday 15 July, 11am and 2.30pm (20 minute meet and greet)
• Sunday 16 July, 11am and 2.30pm (20 minute meet and greet)
Koha entry. Admission to the reserve not included. Bookings not required.

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