Te Raukua Ki Kāpiti's open day
Alan Tristram reports: 'First, they came in their dozens, then hundreds, as the curtains opened on the first public day for Kāpiti’s new performing arts centre at Raumati Beach — Te Raukua Ki Kāpiti
The $12-million arts centre comprises two theatres, a dance studio, recording studios and classrooms. More -- bit.ly...
Flax bushes wanted for Playcentre
If anyone has any flax bushes available please let me know. We need some plants at Playcentre. 021549221
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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85.8% Yes
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12.5% No
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1.7% Other - I'll share below!
Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day
It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.
They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!
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