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1012 days ago

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1013 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Greytown magician Paul Bates' Tardis-inspired shed was declared the Shed of the Year. This year, Resene and NZ Gardener are once again on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Greytown magician Paul Bates' Tardis-inspired shed was declared the Shed of the Year. This year, Resene and NZ Gardener are once again on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.

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1014 days ago

Do you have a great kūmara recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for kūmara recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before February 27, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for kūmara recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before February 27, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1014 days ago

Annoucement

Office for Seniors

The Government has appointed Carolyn Cooper as the inaugural Aged Care Commissioner, to lead much needed systematic change in the sector, Minister for Seniors and Associate Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall announced today.

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1014 days ago

How about heart-shaped foliage plants for your Valentine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

It's not too late to grab these sensational plants for your green-fingered, houseplant-loving Valentine. Here's a quick guide to the hottest indoor plants for that special person in your life.

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1014 days ago

Share the love around Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Valentines Day from the team at NZ Compare!
Take the time today to enjoy the love that surrounds you. Pass it onto your friends, family, pets, maybe even a neighbour! Brighten someone's day.

Don't forget to show yourself some love too!

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1014 days ago

Want to recognise your favourite local business?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. 

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We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. 

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
Nominate now

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1015 days ago

Spiritual Meetings

Carol Watt from Wanganui Spiritual and Awareness Centre

Hi everyone. We are so happy to have the lovely Lisa Ross from Palmerston Nth as our medium this Sunday 7pm at the Quaker Meeting Rooms 256 Wicksteed Street.
Enjoy a bit of time out in a peaceful, healing atmosphere this Sunday evening.
All welcome. Koha appreciated. See you on Sunday. Optional… View more
Hi everyone. We are so happy to have the lovely Lisa Ross from Palmerston Nth as our medium this Sunday 7pm at the Quaker Meeting Rooms 256 Wicksteed Street.
Enjoy a bit of time out in a peaceful, healing atmosphere this Sunday evening.
All welcome. Koha appreciated. See you on Sunday. Optional masks, and distancing.
Phone Carol 027 697 6308 for enquiries.

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1016 days ago

Garage door

Greg from South Taranaki District

Maker an offer on this cedar garage door.
Just changed look , fairly good condition overall.
Approx 5.1 mtrs wide , standard height.

Ph 0272229904 to view

Negotiable

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1016 days ago

Hunger for Colour – Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Bring 2 cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for 1 Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you bring in 2 cans of … View more
Bring 2 cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for 1 Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you bring in 2 cans of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.90 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

So start gathering up those cans and bring them into your local Resene owned ColorShop.
Find out more

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1017 days ago

Artistic shopping bag

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Less is best – plastic that is. So what better way to help the environment than to create your own fun, reusable calico shopping bag? Paint your own with Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own.

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1018 days ago

Are you on the right power plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

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We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

Compare with our help and find the right power plan for your household! It’s easy as!

Visit Power Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across PowerBroadband and Money.
COMPARE MY POWER!

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1033 days ago

National Dahlia Show

Heather from South Taranaki District

The Hawera Horticulture Society are Hosting the National Dahlia Show being held at the Hawera Memorial Hall, Albion Street Hawera on Saturday and Sunday 12th and 13 February.

We are also Hosting the Summer Show in the same venue, same dates.

Open Saturday 12noon to 5pm
Sunday 10am … View more
The Hawera Horticulture Society are Hosting the National Dahlia Show being held at the Hawera Memorial Hall, Albion Street Hawera on Saturday and Sunday 12th and 13 February.

We are also Hosting the Summer Show in the same venue, same dates.

Open Saturday 12noon to 5pm
Sunday 10am to 4.00pm
Prize giving Sunday at 3.30pm

Refreshments available
Stalls with goods for sale.
Free packet of seeds to all that pay.

Vaccine passes and face masks will be required at all times.

Entry fee $5.00 children free.

1019 days ago

Spaces available at Barsanti Kindergarten!

The Team from Barsanti Kindergarten

📣 Spaces are now available at Barsanti Kindergarten in for tarmariki aged 2-5 throughout Whanganui!
👉 Barsanti provides learning, fun and social experiences in a stimulating and safe environment- plus there's a re-developed outdoor space for your child to enjoy!
💬 Contact the … View more
📣 Spaces are now available at Barsanti Kindergarten in for tarmariki aged 2-5 throughout Whanganui!
👉 Barsanti provides learning, fun and social experiences in a stimulating and safe environment- plus there's a re-developed outdoor space for your child to enjoy!
💬 Contact the Barsanti Kindergarten teaching team by email: barsanti@wmkindergartens.org.nz.

1020 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Our February Seniors newsletter is out now. In this issue we announce our Age friendly fund successful recipients, shine a light on the those nominated for the New Years Honours for Services to Seniors and much more. Check it out here: mailchi.mp...

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