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Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.
Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial … View moreSeven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.
Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.
Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.
Click read more for the full article.
Our Long Term Plan (LTP) sets out our budgets and work for the next ten years. From transport and water supply to playgrounds, CitySafe, stormwater and food licensing, the video below shows a quick look at how a typical day is made possible through these services.
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The… View moreOur Long Term Plan (LTP) sets out our budgets and work for the next ten years. From transport and water supply to playgrounds, CitySafe, stormwater and food licensing, the video below shows a quick look at how a typical day is made possible through these services.
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The Consultation document and supporting documents are filled with details about how we operate and what we do. Find them alongside the schedule for local drop-in sessions and the Have Your Say forms on our website: www.wdc.govt.nz...
Dive into Easter streaming! Explore our top picks for movies and TV shows to enjoy this long weekend!
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About 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.
The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first … View moreAbout 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.
The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first national tyre recycling scheme.
Tyrewise ensures that tyres in Aotearoa New Zealand are recycled or repurposed properly, saving millions from going to the landfill.
Find out more about the scheme online.
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Good People
On Thursday, the 28th March at 6pm WFS will be screening the Brazilian black comedy, Charcoal.
Our 8pm screening will be the UK Drama directed by Ken Loach, The Old Oak.
Charcoal Brazil, (English Subtitles), 2023 Comedy/Thriller, 105 mins, Rated M
In the Brazilian … View moreGood People
On Thursday, the 28th March at 6pm WFS will be screening the Brazilian black comedy, Charcoal.
Our 8pm screening will be the UK Drama directed by Ken Loach, The Old Oak.
Charcoal Brazil, (English Subtitles), 2023 Comedy/Thriller, 105 mins, Rated M
In the Brazilian countryside, a family straining under the financial burden of caring for their sick grandfather are quietly offered a deal. Their bills will be covered if they take in a lodger.
They agree and it seems like their prayers have been answered but they then discover their guest is a drug lord who has faked his death. The family must pretend all is okay as they work to get their old lives back.
View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...
Tickets: Door sales only. Price: $10 for WFS members, $15 for non members.
Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.
Visit whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on the rest of our films and screening dates for 2024.
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Massive changes have been announced for disability funding. Rules have changed overnight, and restrictions enforced immediately with no warning—those with severely disabled children. Mums and dads are on duty 24/7 and looking after dependent children; these people are the first target.
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Our … View moreMassive changes have been announced for disability funding. Rules have changed overnight, and restrictions enforced immediately with no warning—those with severely disabled children. Mums and dads are on duty 24/7 and looking after dependent children; these people are the first target.
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Our government targeting the weakest in society for cuts. Just nasty
Now, MSD is going to target give-a-little pages supporting sick people.
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This is going to lead to more suicides, poverty-related crime, and more desperation.
More learning disabled in jail.
I have this radical idea called early intervention, which involves teaching children to read and write in schools, not jails.
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I wrote about disabled people and marginalisation, and here is my book titled.
Disabled People and Marginalisation in New Zealand: A Comprehensive Analysis by Glen McMillan
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Adorn your home with your very own piece of Kiwiana artwork, using our Resene paint-by-numbers colour palette. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Saturday 11th May 2024 at the St Johns Golden Church on Kamo Road, Whangarei.
Doors open at 9am until about 3pm. No entry fee.
Three stamp dealers will be present, keen and eager to see what you have to sell, or sell to you to help with your collection.
Refreshments available. Children's … View moreSaturday 11th May 2024 at the St Johns Golden Church on Kamo Road, Whangarei.
Doors open at 9am until about 3pm. No entry fee.
Three stamp dealers will be present, keen and eager to see what you have to sell, or sell to you to help with your collection.
Refreshments available. Children's corner to help our young stamp collectors make a start or build their collection. This is just such a wonderful hobby, helps with reading, writing, knowing the world, dexterity, and so much more.
Have you noticed that home loan rates are increasing?
Share your current mortgage interest rate to find out if you might be paying more than you need to.
Purchase an occupation right to an apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman Village before 31 March 2024 and you won’t pay your fixed base weekly fee* until 2026.
That’s great financial certainty — you won't pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and … View morePurchase an occupation right to an apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman Village before 31 March 2024 and you won’t pay your fixed base weekly fee* until 2026.
That’s great financial certainty — you won't pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more.
Click read more for this limited time offer.
*Terms and conditions apply.
It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list — until 31 March if you sign up … View moreIt could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list — until 31 March if you sign up for one of our new home offers, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on settlement*.
There’s truly never been a better time to choose Ryman.
*Terms and conditions apply
Auckland Kiwi Car Parts Ltd offers several advantages.
We provide immediate cash payments of up to $5000 for cars.
We purchase cars of all makes and models, regardless of their age or condition.
Most importantly, our service includes complimentary removal, saving you hundreds of dollars… View moreAuckland Kiwi Car Parts Ltd offers several advantages.
We provide immediate cash payments of up to $5000 for cars.
We purchase cars of all makes and models, regardless of their age or condition.
Most importantly, our service includes complimentary removal, saving you hundreds of dollars in removal costs.
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