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485 days ago

The most beautiful spot in every region of NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in … View more
Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in NZ's regions? Do you have a favourite spot in the Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury, Southland or elsewhere?
Feel free to comment below, send me a message or email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. Please include 'NFP' in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in an article. Thanks in advance for taking the time to share.

480 days ago

JULY'S WEATHER IN KĀPITI

Murray from Paraparaumu

With June’s mild, dry weather continuing well into July, some began to wonder whether winter might also bypass July, but it turned-up in the third week along with a series of southerlies. But, overall July was slightly milder and sunnier than usual, with rainfall again well below average, and we… View moreWith June’s mild, dry weather continuing well into July, some began to wonder whether winter might also bypass July, but it turned-up in the third week along with a series of southerlies. But, overall July was slightly milder and sunnier than usual, with rainfall again well below average, and we continued to avoid the severe rain events again afflicting the north and east of the North Island.

The daily average maximum temperature of 14.1 degrees was a few points above average, but a couple of points below last year. Only Levin and Blenheim with 14.4 degrees were very slightly warmer than Kāpiti in central New Zealand. However, Kāpiti’s overall mean temperature of 10.3 degrees was the highest in that region. No frosts were recorded in the western parts of central New Zealand, although I did notice a few white tinges on neighbouring roofs a couple of times.

The sunshine equivalent 16 fine days, was also slightly above average.

This July was one of the driest of the last decade, with only 54 mm recorded at the airport. This compares with the historical average of 90 mm and last year’s 208 mm!

The wintry weather experienced over the last 10 days of the month may have slowed the onset of spring, already evident, but records show that warmer weather occurs with increasing frequency as August progresses.

482 days ago

Poll: Is the letterbox obsolete?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With online being the main mode of communication these days, it's no wonder that there has been a worldwide mail decline and here in Aotearoa, NZ Post has needed to lay off 750 full-time staff. Do you think it's time to say goodbye to the trusty letterbox?

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Is the letterbox obsolete?
  • 5.3% Yes, it can go!
    5.3% Complete
  • 34.1% Not just yet, I still use it
    34.1% Complete
  • 60.6% Never, there'll always be a need for it
    60.6% Complete
3118 votes
479 days ago

The Ever-widening Circles - Book Launch Event in Waikanae 13th Aug.

Angela from Paraparaumu

You are invited to celebrate the launch of Marg Schrader’s memoir ‘The Ever-Widening Circles’, detailing the life and ministry of this special person. It’s on: -
- Sunday 13th August
- 2pm
- At Waikanae Church, Taiata Road, Waikanae Beach
- Afternoon tea will be provided.
We hope… View more
You are invited to celebrate the launch of Marg Schrader’s memoir ‘The Ever-Widening Circles’, detailing the life and ministry of this special person. It’s on: -
- Sunday 13th August
- 2pm
- At Waikanae Church, Taiata Road, Waikanae Beach
- Afternoon tea will be provided.
We hope you can make it. Please spread the word to anyone who may be interested. There will be an opportunity to purchase signed copies of the book on the day.
#memoriesforlife #memoir #booklaunch #ConnectWithCommunity

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481 days ago

Could you spot the signs of a heart attack?

Heart Foundation NZ

Heart attack is a leading cause of death in New Zealand.
Learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, so you know what to do if you see or experience them. Don’t try to walk it off, wash it off or push through it. Make the right call, it may save your life.

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481 days ago

NZSQ plays in Mulled Wine Concerts for the first time

Mary Gow from Mulled Wine Concerts in Paekakariki

The New Zealand String Quartet was born out of idealism. The Music
Federation (now Chamber Music New Zealand), embraced the vision of
having a resident first-class professional string quartet who would prioritise music by our own composers and who could take on projects of the kind that would be … View more
The New Zealand String Quartet was born out of idealism. The Music
Federation (now Chamber Music New Zealand), embraced the vision of
having a resident first-class professional string quartet who would prioritise music by our own composers and who could take on projects of the kind that would be impracticable for visiting quartets. The NZSQ have more than fulfilled that vision and – thirty years on – are an established and vital part of the musical infrastructure in Aotearoa.

Comprised of Helene Pohl (violin I), Monique Lapins (violin II), Gillian Ansell (viola) and Rolf Gjelsten (cello), the quartet have, through hard work, dedication to fine music and ceaseless travelling become favourites of New Zealand concertgoers.

Over the decades the Quartet has cultivated a rich repertoire, including a wide variety of New Zealand music, composers’ cycles from Beethoven to Bartok, Mozart to Berg, The Quartet have proudly championed New Zealand music since their inception, commissioning over 150 New Zealand works.

All members of the Quartet teach at the New Zealand School of Music – Te Kokī where the NZSQ has been Quartet-in-Residence since 1991, as well as running the Adam Chamber Music School in Nelson and the NZSM Queen’s Birthday Chamber Music Weekend in Wellington for up-and-coming musicians.

The Mulled Wine Concerts organisation headed up by Mary Gow will showcase the NZ String Quartet at on 13 August at St. Peter's Village Hall in Paekakariki. This concert offers Kapiti audiences a chance to experience the quartet as they work their classical magic on a selection from their 2023 repertoire, including pieces by Schubert, Smetana and Ross Harris.
“The concerts will undoubtedly be popular” says Gow. “We are pleased and honoured to be able to present such a high-level and well-known group of musicians as part of our 2023 Kapiti concert series”.

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Mulled Wine Concerts presents the New Zealand String Quartet.

2:30 PM on Sunday 13th August at St. Peter's Village Hall, Beach Road,

Paekakariki.

Tickets $35, Students $15. Door sales $40.

Online sales: marygow@gmail.com. Tel: 021 101 9609

Info: www.mulledwineconcerts.com... or on FaceBook: Mulled Wine Concerts.

Ticket outlets: Magpie Paremata, 99 Mana Esplanade,
Finn's Hotel, Paekākāriki,
Moby Dickens Bookshop Paraparaumu Beach,
Jenoa, 2 Mahara

Place, Waikanae.

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481 days ago

Bike bits

Mike from Paraparaumu

Alloy handle bars. As new.

Price: $20

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481 days ago

Less waste makes for a greater place

Porirua City Council

Public consultation has opened for something important across the Wellington region – reducing waste in the places we live, work and play.

The Wellington Region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2023–2029 (WMMP) is in the process of being updated and we want to hear what people think … View more
Public consultation has opened for something important across the Wellington region – reducing waste in the places we live, work and play.

The Wellington Region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2023–2029 (WMMP) is in the process of being updated and we want to hear what people think for the future of waste in the places they love.

All eight councils in the Wellington region – Masterton, Carterton, South Wairarapa, Upper Hutt, Hutt City, Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti Coast – have come together to draft this plan, which is updated every six years.

It outlines how the councils, mana whenua, and the community, including residents, industry, enterprises, organisations, and visitors, can work together to transform how we generate, manage, and minimise waste in the Wellington region.

The statement of proposal and draft WMMP can be found here.
Find out more

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482 days ago

Concerned about business online security? Free Lunch and Learn*

Glen from Paraparaumu

Concerned about business online security? Join Jan Thornborough founder of Intelligensia Ltd as she takes you through the Cyber Essentials for protecting your business from online threats. Places are limited, register today at keda.nz...

Lunch and Learn, Friday 4th August, 12:30. Keda Board … View more
Concerned about business online security? Join Jan Thornborough founder of Intelligensia Ltd as she takes you through the Cyber Essentials for protecting your business from online threats. Places are limited, register today at keda.nz...

Lunch and Learn, Friday 4th August, 12:30. Keda Board Room, Kapiti Coast Airport

*Lunch and Learns are free to attend for all KEDA members, membership only $25 per year

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483 days ago

Spring free medium oval trampoline

Vanessa from Ascot Park

Excellent condition comes with all the extras
02102453438

Price: $1,600

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484 days ago

Phil and teds

Vanessa from Ascot Park

Great condition comes with storm and wind covers

Price: $450

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484 days ago

Dinning table

Vanessa from Ascot Park

Great condition with 6 chairs

Price: $500

489 days ago

Poll: Should we pay people for giving blood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these … View moreThe Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these donations?

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Should we pay people for giving blood?
  • 31.8% Yes, it makes sense
    31.8% Complete
  • 50.7% No, that's too risky
    50.7% Complete
  • 17.6% I'd need more information
    17.6% Complete
2141 votes
488 days ago

HP Laserjet 1020

Sandie from Paraparaumu Beach

This black and white printer comes complete with installation disc. Was in perfect working order when last used.
FREE to good home.

Free

488 days ago

Veon Television

Sandie from Paraparaumu Beach

Large screen (45/50") Veon TV. Works well but one side of screen seems to be a bit darker than the other. Could be an easy fix. FREE to good home.

Free

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