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4 days ago

Top Tips For A Hassle-Free Holiday

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Are you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and… View moreAre you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and enjoy a carefree vacation.

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4 days ago

Big weekend in Wairarapa at the Copthorne Hotel!

Denver Grenell from Destination Wairarapa

Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park Wairarapa have a big weekend coming up with 'Bloom: The Adele & Amy Winehouse Songbook' Friday 13th September + 'Drag Queen Bingo with Anita Wigl'it' on Saturday the 14th September 💃🏿

Throw in the Carterton Daffodil … View more
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park Wairarapa have a big weekend coming up with 'Bloom: The Adele & Amy Winehouse Songbook' Friday 13th September + 'Drag Queen Bingo with Anita Wigl'it' on Saturday the 14th September 💃🏿

Throw in the Carterton Daffodil Festival on Sunday the 15th and you have yourself a weekend! 🌼

The Copthorne have a special deal for the weekend with a 2-night stay for 2 people with breakfast each morning at $189 per night (minimum 2-night stay) for Friday 13th & Saturday 14th September 2024 only. 🏩

6 days ago

Weekly prize draw: cinema vouchers

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to our $50 cinema voucher winners:

Blair Mayston from Dunedin

Marie Chapman from Mount Albert

Gemma Wilks from Masterton

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Congratulations to our $50 cinema voucher winners:

Blair Mayston from Dunedin

Marie Chapman from Mount Albert

Gemma Wilks from Masterton

Sunil Bishnoi from Hamilton

Janelle Prendergast from Halswell

If you're a winner, get in touch here.

Not a winner? Check back next week!

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6 days ago

Earth Sea Sky Annual Wellington Pop-up

Anita from Mount Victoria

Top quality New Zealand Made Outdoor Cothing. Clearance and current stock from winter warmers to summer adventure gear.
354 Lambton Quay Wellington Central, Opposite Mojo Old Bank Arcade.
30 Aug - Sun 15 September
Mon - Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm

12 days ago

Poll: Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Some spare wood, used furniture or children's toys - do you mind when your neighbours leave goods on the street for others to make use of?

Share your thoughts in the comments and poll below.

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Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?
  • 83.6% It's fine!
    83.6% Complete
  • 14.6% It annoys me!
    14.6% Complete
  • 1.8% Other - I'll share below
    1.8% Complete
4038 votes
9 days ago

Latest scam - nationwide

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 … View more
Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 hours, or a warrant will be issued for their arrest. This email is a scam and anyone who receives it should not reply under any circumstances.

Although some versions of the email do not specifically reference money, other similar scams involve the recipient being issued a ‘fine’ when they respond.

While the nature and specific details of scams often varies, it’s important to note that Police and other government agencies will never contact you out of the blue and ask for your password, credit card or bank details.

Police have received several reports of this scam and enquires are underway.

Anyone who received this email can either forward the spam email to the Department of Internal Affairs directly at complaint@spam.govt.nz or use their online reporting portal: www.reportspam.co.nz...

Police recommend taking a cautious approach to unsolicited emails. Trust your gut instinct - if it doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.

Information on other scams currently operating can be found on the Consumer Protection NZ website: www.consumerprotection.govt.nz...

Consumer Protection NZ, along with Netsafe, also provides helpful advice about keeping safe online.

Anyone who has received this email can report it to police online via www.police.govt.nz.... Please reference file number 240830/5842.

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9 days ago

Colour my day - wardrobe makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Splashes of Resene colour and pattern in unexpected places add personality and a little whimsy to our homes.

Start with this super easy wardrobe door project.

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10 days ago
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11 days ago

What's On: September 4 at 12.15

Helen from Woburn

Piano duo Kristine Zuelicke and Amanda Bunting playing duets and solos by Schubert, Schumann, Debussy and Poulenc.
September 4 at 12.15
  • St Mark's Uniting Church
11 days ago

Volunteer Wellington Training

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Volunteer Wellington’s Upcoming Training Sessions:

1) How to Attract, Engage and Empower Youth Volunteers

This half day workshop will help you understand youth motivations, create youth-friendly roles and attract and engage with them.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, … View more
Volunteer Wellington’s Upcoming Training Sessions:

1) How to Attract, Engage and Empower Youth Volunteers

This half day workshop will help you understand youth motivations, create youth-friendly roles and attract and engage with them.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, Wellington
When: Wednesday11th September
Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
Fees: $30 for Members. $60 for Non-Members

2) Cybersecurity Made Simple

Cybercrime has affected New Zealand organisations from government agencies like the Reserve Bank, to big corporations like NZX, to small businesses and individuals. And charities and not-for-profits aren't immune.

Where: Zoom
When: Wednesday 25th of September
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Fees: FREE

3) Having Difficult Conversations

Not sure how to start or conduct a difficult conversation? In this workshop you will learn practical skills, enhance your communication, and improve your relationships.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, Wellington
When: 14th of October
Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
Fees: $65 Members, $85 Non-Members

For more information, please visit our website at:
volunteerwellington.nz...

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11 days ago

Earth Sea Sky Annual Wellington Pop-Up Opens Friday

Anita from Mount Victoria

Top quality, New Zealand made, outdoor clothing, clearance and current stock from winter warmers to summer adventure gear.
354 Lambton Quay, Wellington Central (opposite Mojo in The Old Bank Arcade)
Fri 30 Aug-Sun 15 Sept, Mon - Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm

11 days ago

Redefining retirement

Rita Angus Retirement Village

The meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, … View moreThe meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, volunteering, or even launching new careers.

Living in a retirement village doesn’t necessarily mean you’re done with work either; rather, it offers the opportunity to explore different activities, pursue long-held passions, and discover new interests. In fact, many people find the lifestyle gives them more freedom to stay engaged and active through work they enjoy.

Click read more for the full story.

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11 days ago

Jazz In Martinborough this weekend!

Denver Grenell from Destination Wairarapa

Jazz in Martinborough is back for 2024 with a couple of superb performances from Ben Wilcock and the Jelly Rolls on Friday and the TraskForce on Saturday. Friday afternoon at the Runholder has jazz, gin and grazing from 4pm - 6pm.

There are multiple free gigs at various venues around … View more
Jazz in Martinborough is back for 2024 with a couple of superb performances from Ben Wilcock and the Jelly Rolls on Friday and the TraskForce on Saturday. Friday afternoon at the Runholder has jazz, gin and grazing from 4pm - 6pm.

There are multiple free gigs at various venues around Martinborough across the weekend, so you can get out and about and listen to some great jazz.

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11 days ago

What's On: WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR SPRING MARKET

Gary from Waikanae

Celebrate the arrival of SPRING by enjoying an outing with your family at this friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items/GIFTS
WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR SPRING MARKET
  • Waikanae Beach Community Hall
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12 days ago

What's On: Whakarongo! Celebrating Aotearoa Composers

Greg from Tawa

From choral art music to contemporary waiata, "Whakarongo!" will explore the beautiful diversity of Aotearoa artists in themes of faith, our whenua, our people, and te ao Māori.
Whakarongo! Celebrating Aotearoa Composers
  • Alan Gibbs Centre, Wellington College
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