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922 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Ragnar

Reporter Community News

WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME?
"Hello! I am a handsome devil named Ragnar. When I first came to SPCA, I was very very confused on what my role in life was, it took me a while to realise I wasn't being abandoned, through the help of the volunteers and staff. I previously spent a lot of time… View more
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME?
"Hello! I am a handsome devil named Ragnar. When I first came to SPCA, I was very very confused on what my role in life was, it took me a while to realise I wasn't being abandoned, through the help of the volunteers and staff. I previously spent a lot of time on a chain, so you can imagine it's been an adjustment for me. I still have a journey to complete, though have made great progress so far. I've enjoyed going for frequent walks, continuing basic training and of course giving all the cuddles and kisses I can! I am needing a home with some dog experience, to help coach me in life. I am also needing high, secure fencing of at least 1.8m. I will be a great companion for a lucky human, and won't hesitate to be your best pal in life. I am a big boy who may get overexcited around younger kids, but confident older kids in my new home would be fine. I have mixed with some dogs at the SPCA and have generally acted either very aloof or excited to see them, however I would get overwhelmed in an off lead area with other dogs such as dog parks. A social, patient existing dog could work well in my new home, or just human company is fine with me!"

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922 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"As a small city slicker, I don't see swamp harriers/kāhu (Circus approximans) that often (actually, I probably don't see them that often as we have falcons that live around here - the city raptor niche slot is full). We rumbled this one a … View more
Words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"As a small city slicker, I don't see swamp harriers/kāhu (Circus approximans) that often (actually, I probably don't see them that often as we have falcons that live around here - the city raptor niche slot is full). We rumbled this one a couple of weekends ago feeding on some roadkill (as they do) on the gravel road to Boggy Pond in the Wairarapa. He was reluctant to go too far from his dinner, so I clicked a few shots as we walked past. Bird #58 in 2022."

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922 days ago

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

Information from Coast Access Radio 104.7FM

** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 6.30pm: "Joe's Show" - With local year 13 lad, Joe Shaw - featuring his music picks...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - James Eaton is back with his weekly perfectly … View more
** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 6.30pm: "Joe's Show" - With local year 13 lad, Joe Shaw - featuring his music picks...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - James Eaton is back with his weekly perfectly polished selection of 20th century tunes and gems....DON'T miss it!
* Saturday 9am: "Conversations" - Paul Jones from Waikanae Community Patrol talks with Todd Zaner.
* Sat 10am: "Jazz Actualities" - It's Adam Melville's turn this week and he's featuring NZ Jazz Music for NZ Music month!
* Sat 11am: "Kapiti C.A.B" - David Robertson from the Citizens Advice Bureau is in to tell us about the upcoming new migrants luncheon in Kapiti (Fri. 27th May 2022).
* Sat 11.30am: "At the table with Gail" - With Gail Hall and Tanya Tanya Jayne Ellis.
* Sat 12noon: "Health Happenings" - Todd Zaner is enlightened!
He talks about Menopause with Bronwyn Romain.
* Sat 8pm - 12am: "Rock Back the clock with Dave Dee".
* Sunday 6pm: "Embracing Life on our own terms" The third book in the series from authour Angela Robertson. Today's subject is Dawn McCormick, originally of Otane, Central Hawkes Bay, born in the late 1920's and survived the Napier earthquake.
* Monday 10.30pm: "Political Point of View" - Graham Priest is back in the studio and will connect with National MP (via phone) Simeon Brown.
* Tuesday 3pm: "Afternoon Delights" - Tony Reed features music from composer Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872 - 1958 pictured).
Have a warm weekend - stay safe out there folks!
For more info on our programmes and podcasts, head to our website.

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922 days ago

house sale

Gaynor from Paraparaumu

In a safe subdivision as there's only one access road to & from.
. Close to walking & cycling tracks.
Away from risk of floods, landslides & tsunamis. Ribraft flooring for earthquake resilience.
Hydronic underfloor heating throughout Double sized hot water cupboard with … View more
In a safe subdivision as there's only one access road to & from.
. Close to walking & cycling tracks.
Away from risk of floods, landslides & tsunamis. Ribraft flooring for earthquake resilience.
Hydronic underfloor heating throughout Double sized hot water cupboard with clothes lines. Large gas or electric hot water cylinder situated between both showers & behind hand basin.
Second bathroom / laundry (not in garage). Pergola with stacker doors from the family room.
2 pyrotechnic ovens. Induction cooktop. Built in desk & 2 window seats with storage,
3 sets of mirrored cupboard doors. Double glazed windows: side hinged for greater strength & for opening against the breeze whatever the direction it comes from direction.
Windows use most of their north or west facing walls . The laundry has the only south facing window Garage with long work bench with storage underneath
166 m2. The size of 3 bedroon homes. Two huge bedrooms away from each other , 2 living rooms. Ideal for retired person wanting to share with son or daughter; first home with ability to uses as a B & B to repay mortgae; someon e coming from ovverseas as tools, equipment, furniture avaiable if needed. email: bradburyg0@gmail.com for photos..

Negotiable

922 days ago

Waikanae Composting NZ closed today (Friday 20/05)

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

We have been advised that Waikanae Composting NZ is closed today due to weather events in Levin preventing staff from travelling.

If you do need to drop off any Garden waste today, Composting NZ Otaihanga garden waste dropoff is open until 5pm today.

922 days ago

Waikanae Composting NZ closed today (Friday 20/05)

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

We have been advised that Waikanae Composting NZ is closed today due to weather events in Levin preventing staff from travelling.

If you do need to drop off any Garden waste today, Composting NZ Otaihanga garden waste dropoff is open until 5pm today.

922 days ago

Candle creations

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kapiti

Who would have thought pine chair feet could make such an amazing addition to your home décor? Painting these with Resene testpots and stacking them to make contemporary candle holders is a breeze.

Find out how to create your own.

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922 days ago

Switch to Snapper for Johnsonville line

Metlink

From 1 July 2022, Monthly train passes, 10-Trips and off-board single trip tickets to Johnsonville will no longer be sold by Metlink ticket offices or retailers. You can still buy single trip tickets on-board with cash. Find out more

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928 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, beachfront showcase in Plimmerton, for sale through Andy Cooling from Harcourts. Take a better look inside today's edition of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, beachfront showcase in Plimmerton, for sale through Andy Cooling from Harcourts. Take a better look inside 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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924 days ago

The minefield of tenants' rights

Sue from Waikanae

Please do come to Citizens Advice Bureau's free talk on Friday 27th May at 11am upstairs in the Rimu Rooms in Coastlands if you want to know more, or have friends or relatives who are struggling

New Zealand tenancy laws have been steadily been updated over the last couple of years to … View more
Please do come to Citizens Advice Bureau's free talk on Friday 27th May at 11am upstairs in the Rimu Rooms in Coastlands if you want to know more, or have friends or relatives who are struggling

New Zealand tenancy laws have been steadily been updated over the last couple of years to provide greater fairness, and new Healthy Homes Standards mean that your homes must be warm and dry, but there are still areas of Tenancy legislation that don't necessarily protect tenants, especially people new to renting who are flatting

Come along to our free information session, and learn about Landlord and Tenant responsibilities in New Zealand and the new Healthy Homes Standards Landlords have to comply with

We will have a Q&A session afterwards and our speaker from Porirua Kapiti Community Law Centre, Mike Sceats, can also answer questions on other topics you might be struggling with, such as citizenship applications, employment contracts etc

Nibbles, tea and coffee will be available afterwards 😊😊😊

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923 days ago

Homed Kāpiti - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Kāpiti Observer

Our House of the Week this week is a tastefully rennovated villa in Te Horo, set on seven acres of land. For Sale through Derek Kelly of Kelly and Co. Take a look in today's edition of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Kāpiti to find agents who are actively … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a tastefully rennovated villa in Te Horo, set on seven acres of land. For Sale through Derek Kelly of Kelly and Co. Take a look in today's edition of Homed!

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

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Kāpiti gets delivered to 26,500 letterboxes every Thursday from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki Beach, and is also available in stands throughout the area.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or 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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924 days ago

Retro Pendant Light Fitting

Natalie from Raumati Beach

Make us an offer

Negotiable

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925 days ago

Are you worried about menopause?

Heather from Waikanae

Do you have questions about menopause? You are not alone and you are not losing your mind! Menopause Experts are changing the way menopause is talked about. Join the conversation with Bronwyn, Menopause Experts Champion and Educator.  Check out Menopause Experts Workshops, Webinars and Coaching at… View moreDo you have questions about menopause? You are not alone and you are not losing your mind! Menopause Experts are changing the way menopause is talked about. Join the conversation with Bronwyn, Menopause Experts Champion and Educator.  Check out Menopause Experts Workshops, Webinars and Coaching at www.creative4life.co.nz....

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925 days ago

FREE HAIRCUT OPPORTUNITY 🧖🏼💆🏼

Atarina from Waikanae

(APPOINTMENTS HAVE BEEN TAKEN) Heya! I have 2 haircut opportunities tomorrow morning at 9am and 10am. The Salon is Lifestyle Hair. Address is 7 Seaview road Shop 12 Copperfield Village, Paraparaumu beach. If you’d like a spot please let me know so I can book it. You don’t need to bring anything… View more(APPOINTMENTS HAVE BEEN TAKEN) Heya! I have 2 haircut opportunities tomorrow morning at 9am and 10am. The Salon is Lifestyle Hair. Address is 7 Seaview road Shop 12 Copperfield Village, Paraparaumu beach. If you’d like a spot please let me know so I can book it. You don’t need to bring anything as the appointment is free of charge. You’ll receive a consultation, hair wash in our spa room, cut and blowave. I have attached photos of the type of haircuts I’ll be doing. This is all to help with sign offs for my final year in hairdressing. Everything is over seen by our trainer, Angela. 😊 Thank you! 💞🦄🌈💗🌸

Free

926 days ago

Bland article

Marie from Waikanae

Well .... That was a disappointing article in this weeks Kapiti Observer on the price of butter. I could have got more information from reading the comments on Neighbourly.
More info on the wholesale price of butter would have been interesting along with a recommendation or two about what action… View more
Well .... That was a disappointing article in this weeks Kapiti Observer on the price of butter. I could have got more information from reading the comments on Neighbourly.
More info on the wholesale price of butter would have been interesting along with a recommendation or two about what action should be taken and what options consumers have. For example, the price of butter blends has stayed relatively constant, at around the $5 mark, compared to the 100% butter packs. There are some other advantages too. Blends are better for you than butter in terms of saturated fat and most dont contain preservatives, while many margerines do.
Freight costs to ship goods overseas are high at present. So, if we are paying the same price as UK Sainsbury's, are we paying an overinflated price, given that there are less freight costs involved?
Was hoping for a good piece of investigative journalism on this issue, which was sadly lacking.

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