Rural Whanganui, Upokongaro

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1373 days ago

March 2021 Newsletter

Vernon Ballance from REBUS Wanganui:

.Attached as an image file is the March 2021 Newsletter

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1384 days ago

Monster wasp nest

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Well, after a (relatively) quiet couple of summers, the vespula wasps have come back big time in some locations! Auckland and the Waikato are reporting big numbers and you may have seen this story about the monster nest found just outside of Nelson. We're continuing our efforts to control the … View moreWell, after a (relatively) quiet couple of summers, the vespula wasps have come back big time in some locations! Auckland and the Waikato are reporting big numbers and you may have seen this story about the monster nest found just outside of Nelson. We're continuing our efforts to control the wasps through the Wasp Wipeout project, but did you know you can help as well? For information on how to help or DIY click here: bit.ly... You can also donate to the project here: givealittle.co.nz...

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1376 days ago

Introducing.. Busy Lizzy Gardens

Neighbourly.co.nz

Meet Liz from Busy Lizzy Gardens. Liz runs one of our fantastic Premium Businesses who have used Neighbourly Premium as a platform to build a strong local presence within their community.

Find out how you can Grow your Business with Neighbourly Premium
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1376 days ago

Manawatu Walking Festival has new walks

Walking New Zealand

Come and spend a weekend in Palmerston North for the 7th Manawatu Walking Festival from 5-7 March 2021.

Choose from eleven guided walks, including sunset, farm, country, river, sculpture, historic, mountain views, etc

Exciting walks to suit all ages and fitness types

Hosted by … View more
Come and spend a weekend in Palmerston North for the 7th Manawatu Walking Festival from 5-7 March 2021.

Choose from eleven guided walks, including sunset, farm, country, river, sculpture, historic, mountain views, etc

Exciting walks to suit all ages and fitness types

Hosted by experienced tramping guides, historians, conservationists, story-tellers and photographers.

For more info go to www.mwf.org.nz.

Numbers are limited. Bookings are essential.
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1376 days ago

Lovely Hostess Half Apron

Tamara from Gonville

Lovely Hostess Half Apron
Wear it and enjoy it
Will fit 99.9 percent of everyone
Wide waist band

Ties are extremely long, for ladies who may wish to tie a bow in front,

Side pocket fitted ( if you are left handed I can make a apron with a pocket to the left )… View more
Lovely Hostess Half Apron
Wear it and enjoy it
Will fit 99.9 percent of everyone
Wide waist band

Ties are extremely long, for ladies who may wish to tie a bow in front,

Side pocket fitted ( if you are left handed I can make a apron with a pocket to the left )

Made from 50 / 50 Poly / Cotton

My daughter wore hers to a 40s dress up party, she went as a Pregnant house wife, the apron is longer but as my daughter has a bump in the front she is wearing it high up, her waist has disappeared, she looks lovely
I recommend not using the apron if you are cooking with fat or oil, but other wise have fun, its there to keep you clean while serving your food out,
Wash and Iron after to keep it looking great

will be making more so please visit me often, and have a look at my Peg Aprons and Rag Bag holders that hang

Price: $8.50

1376 days ago

Only one month to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2021 kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to… View more
This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to a neighbour
• take some flowers to a neighbour
• organise a produce swap
• share garden tips or recipes for food in season
• create community gardens or berm pollinator pathways
• host an inclusive garden-themed working bee
• a friendly neighbourhood BBQ with homegrown ingredients

The options are endless! At the end of the day, our shared aim is to help bring people together by encouraging intentional connection with our neighbours. Whether that be organising a street party, sharing a cuppa, or simply saying ‘Kia Ora!” to those who live around you, every action helps to create a safer and more connected New Zealand.

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1376 days ago

Lovely Peg Apron for Sale

Tamara from Gonville

Hand Made by me, these make a great gift to make life that much easier

ONE SIZE fits 99 % of everyone

My aprons will last you years as they have been tested by me my family and friends. and lots of lovely trademe customers

All my aprons have 4 layers of Material
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Hand Made by me, these make a great gift to make life that much easier

ONE SIZE fits 99 % of everyone

My aprons will last you years as they have been tested by me my family and friends. and lots of lovely trademe customers

All my aprons have 4 layers of Material

Front and Back outer material

Front and Back inner lining

Soft pleat inner pockets just for the nice look

Hanging Tab on back

Fully Top stitched for extra strength and look

stop picking up pegs off the ground or leaving them outside to half their life, plus no bugs in the basket, just hang up in Laundry ready to go.

Easy slip pegs out or slip them back in

thank you for Looking PS I will combine postage if 2 or more are brought = $3.50 bag only holds 1 apron / $4.50 bag holds 2 to 3 aprons and so on OR PICK UP okay

Price: $8.50

1378 days ago

Trading the office for the farm

Primary ITO

Primary ITO’s Dani Low says over the past year, career changers including bankers, accountants and chefs have joined school leavers and young people looking to make a start in Southland’s dairy industry in the wake of the economic reshuffle from Covid-19.

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Primary ITO’s Dani Low says over the past year, career changers including bankers, accountants and chefs have joined school leavers and young people looking to make a start in Southland’s dairy industry in the wake of the economic reshuffle from Covid-19.

The Government is covering training fees until 31 December 2022 so there’s never been a better time to invest in yourself and your people.

Contact Dani Low on 027 229 9988 or email dani.low@primaryito.ac.nz
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1378 days ago

Spiritual Meetings

Carol Watt from Wanganui Spiritual and Awareness Centre

Meeting this Sunday 21st February 7pm St John Ambulance Hall, 25 Tawa St, Wanganui
Our visiting speaker this week is Cheryl Bason from Taupo. Cheryl is a very talented Spiritual Artist who has been inspired to create artwork to bring with her. Cheryl will connect these pieces of art with those … View more
Meeting this Sunday 21st February 7pm St John Ambulance Hall, 25 Tawa St, Wanganui
Our visiting speaker this week is Cheryl Bason from Taupo. Cheryl is a very talented Spiritual Artist who has been inspired to create artwork to bring with her. Cheryl will connect these pieces of art with those whose energies resonate with them and will give a message to you as well. You may be one of the lucky ones who gets to take a nice piece of inspired art home with you.
We will have our Healing Circle, $1 raffle and time for that cuppa after the meeting. Koha appreciated and everyone is very welcome to attend.

Enquiries ph Carol & Rob 027 697 6308 or 06 345 6308

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1381 days ago

Auckland to move to Alert Level 2, rest of New Zealand to move to Alert Level 1

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert … View more
UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert Level 1 with Auckland moving to Alert Level 2.
- These restrictions will be reviewed February 22.
- There has been an additional 1 case confirmed, with the positive case a member of the same household bubble.
- New locations of interest have been loaded on the Ministry of Health website.
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UPDATE
16 February
1.09pm

There are no new community cases Ashley Bloomfield confirmed in a 1pm update today. There are no new cases in MIQ facilities.
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UPDATE
15 February
4.20pm

Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- The Prime Minister says there's a variety of scenarios on how the virus got into the community. To date, health officials are still attempting to establish the source of the outbreak.
- 42 people have been identified as close contacts.
- The first batch of Pfizer vaccines - 60,000 doses - arrived this morning on a Singapore Airlines flight.
- Vaccines will be offered to border and MIQ workers from this Saturday.
- This will be the largest vaccine programme in New Zealand's history, Jacinda Ardern says.
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UPDATE
February 15
1.36pm

The Ministry of Health has confirmed five new cases of Covid-19 in managed isolation. There are no new community cases.
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UPDATE
February 15
8.18am

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the first two February cases are the highly infectious UK strain. There is no link to any MIQ infections.
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All regions outside Auckland have moved to Alert Level 2.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addressed the nation at 7.00pm Sunday, announcing all regions excluding Auckland, will move to Alert Level 2 from 11.59pm tonight.

Here's what you need to know:
- Gatherings of more than 100 people are prohibited.
- Mask use is encouraged when it is difficult to maintain physical distancing.
- From 11.59pm tonight, travel to Auckland will no longer be possible with the heightened alert level - unless you are returning home.
- The full list of rules under Alert Level 2 can be found here.
- Here's the full list of locations of interest where the cases visited.

Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.

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1384 days ago

Something special for your windows & doors this Valentine! - Exceed we fix windows & doors

Exceed - we fix windows and doors

WIN A $200 Exceed voucher and give your windows & doors the love they deserve!

To be in the draw to win this Valentine´s treat for your windows & doors, simply:
-Tell us what problems you are having with your window or door
-Share our Valentine´s giveaway with a friend whose windows … View more
WIN A $200 Exceed voucher and give your windows & doors the love they deserve!

To be in the draw to win this Valentine´s treat for your windows & doors, simply:
-Tell us what problems you are having with your window or door
-Share our Valentine´s giveaway with a friend whose windows & doors are also in need of some TLC
-Like or Follow our page

Good luck to all participants!

T&C: Competition ends Sunday 14th February at midnight. One winner will be chosen from a random draw of entries received via Exceed´s Facebook, Instagram & Neighbourly pages. The winner will be contacted over private message. The winner will receive $200 voucher to use towards any of Exceed – we fix windows & doors services (window repairs, door repairs, window & door fly screens and hinged security screen doors). Voucher is only valid around NZ local areas serviced by Exceed Technicians.

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1379 days ago

Free AgriSkills Training with UCOL @Taratahi

UCOL

UCOL at Taratahi have short residential courses starting now, providing candidates with a jump start to a career on the land.

These are fully-funded courses delivered in partnership with MPI and provide skills and training to meet needs across the primary industries.

Starting from March there… View more
UCOL at Taratahi have short residential courses starting now, providing candidates with a jump start to a career on the land.

These are fully-funded courses delivered in partnership with MPI and provide skills and training to meet needs across the primary industries.

Starting from March there are courses in Apiculture, Dairy, Shearing, Fencing, general Ag-contracting and specialist vehicle training.

All courses are residential at Taratahi, both the cost of board and training is covered*.

Following training at Taratahi, UCOL has fee-free agriculture certificates and diplomas or job opportunities that await.

Get in touch with UCOL today (0800 GO UCOL), secure your place and get the skills to start your career on the land.

*Candidates must be over 18 for residential stay, self-catering at weekends.
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1380 days ago

COVID 19 UPDATE

Exceed - we fix windows and doors

Following on the latest NZ Government announcement and Covid-19 Alert guidelines (Level 3 for Auckland and Level 2 for the rest of NZ), we are pleased to say that all of our local Exceed teams around NZ are fully operational and able to help customers with their window & door repair, … View moreFollowing on the latest NZ Government announcement and Covid-19 Alert guidelines (Level 3 for Auckland and Level 2 for the rest of NZ), we are pleased to say that all of our local Exceed teams around NZ are fully operational and able to help customers with their window & door repair, maintenance and security needs.

Our customer care team is also available for you!
If you have any concerns or questions about your interactions with Exceed during this time or would like to discuss any issues you are experiencing, call us on 0800 25 25 00

Click the read more button to visit our dedicated Covid-19 page for information on our Alert Level 2 & 3 H&S procedures.

Stay safe!
The Exceed we fix windows & doors team :)

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1379 days ago

Pams bacon pieces recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no… View more
It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no reports of associated injuries but if consumers have any concerns about their health, they should contact health officials.

What you need to know:
- The product is sold in Pak'n Save, Four Square and New World stores throughout the country.
- The best before date is February 28 2021.
- The bacon pieces weigh 350g and are contained in a plastic wrapping.

Customers are asked to return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Further queries can be directed to Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd on 0800 24 51 14

For further information on the recall please visit the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1381 days ago

COVID-19 ALERT LEVEL UPDATE

The Team from New Zealand Police

From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit … View more
From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit www.covid19.govt.nz....

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