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1601 days ago

School of Self-Defence kicking off 7 July

Carl from Pinehaven

Hi everyone,

We're finally able to kick off the community self-defence school now we're out of lockdown. We'll kick off informally on Tues 7 July during the school holidays here in Pinehaven.

Ages 12 and up, all stages and levels of fitness, confidence, experience welcome! … View more
Hi everyone,

We're finally able to kick off the community self-defence school now we're out of lockdown. We'll kick off informally on Tues 7 July during the school holidays here in Pinehaven.

Ages 12 and up, all stages and levels of fitness, confidence, experience welcome! The club focuses on self-defence using a Wing Chun base (Chinese boxing) and incorporating elements of Kickboxing and Filipino short sticks. A warm, challenging, but encouraging environment where the aim is not to teach people how to fight but rather teach people how not to need to fight. Find all the details here: www.schoolofselfdefence.net....

Feel free to get in touch with any questions. Thanks neighbours!

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1601 days ago

Problem skin ?

Raewyn Richardson from Lagans Pharmacy - Wellness Clinic - Mobility Hub

🐮 Have you 'herd' of MooGoo ? 🐮
MooGoo (instore now) was first made when the founder adapted a cream used in dairy farms to help a family member with a skin problem. The dairy version of “udder cream” was designed to heal the cow’s udders and keep them in good condition for … View more
🐮 Have you 'herd' of MooGoo ? 🐮
MooGoo (instore now) was first made when the founder adapted a cream used in dairy farms to help a family member with a skin problem. The dairy version of “udder cream” was designed to heal the cow’s udders and keep them in good condition for milking. It was full of skin repair ingredients and no gimmicks. Cows don’t care too much about the latest fad in skin care, or even “Organic blends of Horsetail and Bergamot…” They do need healthy skin on their most valuable assets. Although the original cream used in the dairy farms was legendary for its skin healing properties, it was thick and greasy. MooGoo modified the cream for human use by keeping all the skin healing properties but making it non-greasy.
MooGoo has a large range products to help with lots of different problems, from dealing with irritable skin and itchy scalps, to natural sun care products and a Baby Range for the little ones. The ingredient philosophy remains the same: To make effective products using healthy ingredients, that we are comfortable using on ourselves and our loved ones.

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1604 days ago

Cable Bay Adventure Park's Skywire ride takes you flying over treetops

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Nelson is home to the world's longest flying fox. Would you give it a go?

1601 days ago

Do good twice with Wilderkids.

The Team from Sustainability Trust

Looking for a school holiday programme with a difference? Choose Wilderkids.

Wilderkids is an adventure-based programme centred on care, connection, curiosity, and respect for each other and the environment.

Wilderkids spend their days:

Building shelters ⛏️
Foraging for food 🍲
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Looking for a school holiday programme with a difference? Choose Wilderkids.

Wilderkids is an adventure-based programme centred on care, connection, curiosity, and respect for each other and the environment.

Wilderkids spend their days:

Building shelters ⛏️
Foraging for food 🍲
Getting crafty 🎨
Saving the whales 🐳
Making new friends 👦👧
Learning about the environment 🌳

When: 8.30 am to 3.15 pm, Monday to Friday, 6 to 17 July.
Where: Innermost Gardens, Mount Victoria.
Who: Kids aged 5-12.

By choosing Wilderkids you'll be directly supporting community initiatives like the Wellington Curtain Bank.

For more information, head to our website.
Find out more

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1602 days ago

2016 Nissan Xtrail Rear Bumper

Charlie from Elderslea

Bumper was only on the car for a few weeks; sustained very slight damage to vinyl section when fire exit door was opened against it while parked at a hotel (by staff) during transit from Auck-Wgtn. Slight damage can be repaired but would never retain graining, so bumper was replaced. Grey in colour… View moreBumper was only on the car for a few weeks; sustained very slight damage to vinyl section when fire exit door was opened against it while parked at a hotel (by staff) during transit from Auck-Wgtn. Slight damage can be repaired but would never retain graining, so bumper was replaced. Grey in colour but can be resprayed. Make an offer

Negotiable

1602 days ago

Impress your neighbours with this garden feature

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

A simple yet stylish herb planter that uses four differently sized terracotta pots and a selection of cool Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1606 days ago

Have you been to Haast?

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

A journey to New Zealand's most remote town reveals some remarkable landscapes. Would you go?

1602 days ago

Are you subscribing to get our free gardening advice?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View more
In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1602 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Waikanae Beach Four Square!

Prospa

Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View more
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."

"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"

"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
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1603 days ago

****WINTER SPECIAL****

Patrick from Express Lawn Mowing Upper Hutt

GET $10 OFF YOUR FIRST LAWN MOW, HEDGE TRIMMING OR OTHER JOB.

Get in quick and contact me now to get your FREE quote on
0800 52 5000. I look forward to hearing from you.

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1603 days ago

Community Grants open now

The team from Upper Hutt City Council

Local and regional not-for-profit groups that service Upper Hutt residents are invited to apply for funding support through Council’s Community Grants fund.

Priority funding areas are:

• Indirect programme costs or running costs for organisations invloved in support work.

• Projects … View more
Local and regional not-for-profit groups that service Upper Hutt residents are invited to apply for funding support through Council’s Community Grants fund.

Priority funding areas are:

• Indirect programme costs or running costs for organisations invloved in support work.

• Projects which enhance existing community support programmes where additional resources are required.

• Community driven intiatives for events or programmes which promote a sense of community or contribute to community well being.

Application forms will be available at Council’s Civic building,
H2O Xtream, Upper Hutt City Library, Expressions and online.

For more information, go to the website.

Alternatively, contact Council’s Community Development Advisor:
Michelle.Bartlett@uhcc.govt.nz | (04) 527 2793
Find out more

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1604 days ago

Retirement village excitement as facilities open once again

Bupa Fergusson Retirement Village

The sounds of stirring coffee cups at morning teas, hair dryers, bingo calls and splashing in the swimming pools. The Bupa retirement village facilities are back open and more popular than ever.

1605 days ago

A granny flat

Mohammed from Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights

Hi neighbors. I want to build a self contained flat. Can anyone recommend a person or local business that isn't overpriced and does a good job. Cheers

1604 days ago

Nominations for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards are now open!!!

Women of Influence

Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders … View more
Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders and rising stars to bigger and better things.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... more information

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