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925 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This is a tough one. The clue is in the background.

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922 days ago

What's In The Cabinet?

The Team from

Come over for a sneak preview of what's in the cabinet! Try our Teh Tarik (The Original Spice Chai), Coffees & Bubble Teas, of course. 130 Main Road Tawa (beside the Salvation Army)- open till 5pm today.....

922 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a large and luxurious family home sitting on a lifestyle property in Whitby. On offer through Gavin Faulke at Harcourts. Take a look at this property, plus so much more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a large and luxurious family home sitting on a lifestyle property in Whitby. On offer through Gavin Faulke at Harcourts. Take a look at this property, plus so much more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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923 days ago

Our 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero Winner!

Prospa

Congratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.

Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings,… View more
Congratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.

Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings, conversations and smiles!

Congratulations to all the finalists and thank you for nominating your favourite local business. We'd like to acknowledge the official winner of the public voting poll, Josh Coe, owner of Page 42 cafe. Unfortunately, Josh has decided to close his business after 3.5 years and we wish him all the best.

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923 days ago

Excellent Start

The Team from

What an excellent start & boy, did we have a blast today. Thank you to all who came and supported, many with kind words of encouragement & understanding. To all those who couldn't make it today, do come by tomorrow for your Bubbleteas! 130 Main Road Tawa.

...and we are still looking … View more
What an excellent start & boy, did we have a blast today. Thank you to all who came and supported, many with kind words of encouragement & understanding. To all those who couldn't make it today, do come by tomorrow for your Bubbleteas! 130 Main Road Tawa.

...and we are still looking for a good Barista, btw ☺️!

923 days ago

Stars Whakatauki

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Stars is underpinned by this whakatauki (proverb):
Tukua kia tū takitahi ngā whetū o te rangi
Let each star in the sky shine its own light

Our research proves that Stars supports young people to develop confidence, team building, friendship, learn about their community and improve … View more
Stars is underpinned by this whakatauki (proverb):
Tukua kia tū takitahi ngā whetū o te rangi
Let each star in the sky shine its own light

Our research proves that Stars supports young people to develop confidence, team building, friendship, learn about their community and improve relationships between students and their teachers. Find out more through the link below.

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923 days ago

Rustic house number

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Turn scrap building materials into a fun and practical piece for the home. Use timber offcuts and some creativity to make a rustic house number sign with Resene Alabaster and Resene Woodsman Crowshead.

Find out how to create your own.

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930 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature two pics from Simon Woolf.

"A short trip on Transmission Gully out to the Waikanae Estuary is always a great place to observe and photograph the local birdlife. I was pretty rapt with our Caspian tern and white faced heron experience in particular. Both were in hunting … View more
This week we feature two pics from Simon Woolf.

"A short trip on Transmission Gully out to the Waikanae Estuary is always a great place to observe and photograph the local birdlife. I was pretty rapt with our Caspian tern and white faced heron experience in particular. Both were in hunting mode, and as you can see both met with success too!"

924 days ago

Cafe Soft Opening with Bubble Teas!

The Team from

School hols is almost up so we'll make it sweet. Come over for Bubble Teas tomorrow. A myriad of flavours to choose from. No day better for a soft opening as we work towards the full launch of the cafe! 130 Main Road Tawa. See you there!

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925 days ago

A bit of beehive humour

Rod from Hive World Honey

Can you think of any more?
Enjoy your day!

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925 days ago

Giant Horse Soft Toy

Cherie from Papakowhai

This horse has received many rides and hugs, but she is still in tip-top shape!
Unfortunately our kids no longer play with her so it's time for her to move on to greener pastures where she will get more attention.
Approximately 120cm long.

Price: $30

925 days ago

Poll: Why aren't you switching power providers?

The Team from NZ Compare

The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why … View more
The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why you're not switching power providers?

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Why aren't you switching power providers?
  • 32.6% Switching is too hard, I have enough to deal with!
    32.6% Complete
  • 23.7% I'm in a contract
    23.7% Complete
  • 43.8% I don't know where to find a better deal
    43.8% Complete
473 votes
925 days ago

Whitby Collegiate OPEN DAY - Sunday 15 May, 11am-1pm

Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate is the first co-educational, independent school in the Wellington region for Years 7-13, where all students are happy, generous achievers. We provide individual care in a supportive environment and offer a wide range of subjects and opportunities to students.

We are a school of… View more
Whitby Collegiate is the first co-educational, independent school in the Wellington region for Years 7-13, where all students are happy, generous achievers. We provide individual care in a supportive environment and offer a wide range of subjects and opportunities to students.

We are a school of heart in a breathtaking environment. Our commitment to small classes in the surrounding park-like grounds provides an optimal learning environment.

We’d be delighted to show you our school and tell you more in person. To register for our next open day on Sunday 15 May, 11am-1pm please visit our website or give us a call.

whitbycollegiate.school.nz | Ph: 04 234 1070

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925 days ago

Stars ⭐

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Stars is a 12-month mentoring programme that supports, motivates and positively reinforces Year 9 students during their first year in secondary school. The programme also provides leadership and citizenship development opportunities for senior students.

Find out more about our Stars programme … View more
Stars is a 12-month mentoring programme that supports, motivates and positively reinforces Year 9 students during their first year in secondary school. The programme also provides leadership and citizenship development opportunities for senior students.

Find out more about our Stars programme through the link below.

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