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🎯Maximise Your KiwiSaver Government Contribution for 2025🎯
This is the last year the Government will add up to $521 to eligible KiwiSaver accounts. You must contribute at least $1,043 of your own money between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025 to get the full amount.
Who’s Eligible?
… View more🎯Maximise Your KiwiSaver Government Contribution for 2025🎯
This is the last year the Government will add up to $521 to eligible KiwiSaver accounts. You must contribute at least $1,043 of your own money between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025 to get the full amount.
Who’s Eligible?
🔍 Anyone aged 18 to 64 who contributes to their KiwiSaver and lives (or usually lives) in NZ.
How to Contribute:
💰 Through salary or wage deductions
💰 Directly to Inland Revenue
💰 Via your KiwiSaver scheme provider
Even if you don’t hit the full $1,043, you’ll still receive 50 cents for every dollar you contribute.
📅 Important tip: Voluntary top-ups must be made before 20 June 2025 to allow time for processing.
🗓️ When will it be paid? Most payments show up by late July or August.
✅ Need a hand? adviceHQ works with leading KiwiSaver providers and can help you make the most of your savings. Book a 15-minute KiwiSaver review with our team and make sure you’re on track.
📞 Get in touch today — your future self will thank you.
#KiwiSaver #GovernmentContribution #adviceHQ #IndependentFinancialAdvice
Whakatāne District Council plans to crack down on residents recycling mistakes with a "three-strikes" rule - contaminate your bin three times and you could lose it for three months.
The goal? Less landfill, more proper recycling.
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Baby banana plants ready to be replanted. We get a few bunches of bananas every year. Pick up from Unsworth Heights.
As the cooler months settle in and we spend more time at home, a burst of greenery can brighten up your space and lift your mood.
But if you think you need a big backyard to nurture your green thumb, think again.
Just ask Kate, a Ryman resident, who has transformed her apartment into a lush … View moreAs the cooler months settle in and we spend more time at home, a burst of greenery can brighten up your space and lift your mood.
But if you think you need a big backyard to nurture your green thumb, think again.
Just ask Kate, a Ryman resident, who has transformed her apartment into a lush retreat filled with thriving plants and year-round colour.
Click read more for the full story.
Need help learning English 😄 our church runs a English Conversation Group every Wednesday 1pm - 230pm. We can also help you with any questions about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All welcome. A donation greatly appreciated but not necessary. See you there!! … View moreNeed help learning English 😄 our church runs a English Conversation Group every Wednesday 1pm - 230pm. We can also help you with any questions about settling in this lovely country ❤️ Easy parking by the door. All welcome. A donation greatly appreciated but not necessary. See you there!! Cheers Helen😄
would anyone want to make use of any JVC speakers that I have...probably hardly used in 20years . i'll try to add an updated pic of the 6 speakers
Welcome along to our English Chat Group on Monday 9th June The morning session is 10am-12pm or evening session is 7pm-830pm 😄 come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided. A gold coin … View moreWelcome along to our English Chat Group on Monday 9th June The morning session is 10am-12pm or evening session is 7pm-830pm 😄 come to one or both, whichever suits you. Learn some new words or practise some old ones. No skill level required. Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided. A gold coin donation 🪙appreciated to cover costs, but not necessary. Everybody welcome. Bring a friend along if you wish. Laughter & fun guaranteed! 🤣🍒 See you there! Cheers Helen
Long kitchen/work bench, fridge and double bed available to pick up by this weekend.
Table is 159cm l x94cm h x60cm d
Fridge is 54cm l x 152cm h x57cm d
Bed is a double with drawers underneath (one drawer is broken)
Get 25% off Resene wallpapers at your local Resene ColorShop.
Come in and choose from a huge range of designs from bold and beautiful to classic and elegant. From eye-popping patterns, hand-drawn illustrations, blooming botanicals and multi-coloured designs to bold geometrics, faux effects, … View moreGet 25% off Resene wallpapers at your local Resene ColorShop.
Come in and choose from a huge range of designs from bold and beautiful to classic and elegant. From eye-popping patterns, hand-drawn illustrations, blooming botanicals and multi-coloured designs to bold geometrics, faux effects, classic styles, murals and contemporary luxury, there’s something to suit all tastes.
View the samples instore to see their true colour, design and beauty.
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Products:
Bed Bath and Beyond Sleep kids fleece hoodies
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Products:
Bed Bath and Beyond Sleep kids fleece hoodies
Toy Duck - sold on MightyApe
450R V8 Racing outboard engine and 500R V8 outboard racing engine
Anko heated elbow wrap - sold at Kmart
Bed Bath and Beyond Sleep kids microplush sherpa bath robe
Jet Black Fan Systems JBF & Diamond Series commercial fan
20pc Rubber Duck baby bath toy - sold on Kogan NZ
Magnetic Chess - sold on Holey Coley
Magnetic Chess Game
Magnetic Chess Game 20 and 28 piece sets
Kiss Beauty tangerine SPF primer - sold at Panda Mart
Giantz 6 inch Mini cordless electric chainsaw rechargeable wood cutter
Euky Bear warm steam vaporiser
Food recalls:
Summer Harvest brand bar mix and hot bhuja mix
Binggrae brand power cap watermelon flavoured ice tube
Chopped brand Pure NZ galloway beef thin beef sausages and beef traditional beef sausages
Ārepa brand The Brain Drink for Performance
Imported whole frozen anchovies
See past month's recalls here and here. Stay safe, neighbours!
The 2025 Local Elections are coming up this September - make sure you're enrolled to vote.
Before this time, locals can be nominated to be in the running for roles such as mayor, councillor, community & local board members. Could you see yourself stepping into a role like this?
There's a lot to consider - retirement homes, in-home support, independent living apartments or rest home living. And many are choosing to make the decision early for their future.
Whether you’re facing it now or far off, share with us your own plans, concerns, experiences or ideas for … View moreThere's a lot to consider - retirement homes, in-home support, independent living apartments or rest home living. And many are choosing to make the decision early for their future.
Whether you’re facing it now or far off, share with us your own plans, concerns, experiences or ideas for making aged care work better for everyone.
End of line sale of half and full finger gloves, GRAB A BARGAIN
$2 per pair
Full finger sizes: Large, Medium, Small, SXXX
Half finger sizes: Extra Large, Large, Small, SXXX
Kevlar stitched with double reinforced palms
Suitable for sailing, fishing, kayaking canoeing, paddling, … View moreEnd of line sale of half and full finger gloves, GRAB A BARGAIN
$2 per pair
Full finger sizes: Large, Medium, Small, SXXX
Half finger sizes: Extra Large, Large, Small, SXXX
Kevlar stitched with double reinforced palms
Suitable for sailing, fishing, kayaking canoeing, paddling, rafting, cycling, any sport that you think the gloves might suit
Low cut wrist band with velcro closure
MEASUREMENTS
Glove Size Hand Width
SXXX 8 cm
Small 9 cm
Medium 10 cm
Large 11 cm
X Large 12 cm
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