South Wairarapa District news is brought to you by the team at News of Wairarapa
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
Choosing Harbour City Funeral Home means placing your trust in a team that genuinely cares. With over 30 years of experience serving Wellington, Hutt Valley, and Kāpiti, we offer professional, compassionate support tailored to your family's needs. Our commitment to dignity, respect, and … View moreChoosing Harbour City Funeral Home means placing your trust in a team that genuinely cares. With over 30 years of experience serving Wellington, Hutt Valley, and Kāpiti, we offer professional, compassionate support tailored to your family's needs. Our commitment to dignity, respect, and transparency ensures you feel supported every step of the way.
Harbour City provides modern, welcoming venues, and offers flexible, personalised services that reflect your loved one's life and wishes. We also help families plan ahead with thoughtful pre-planning options. In difficult times, you can rely on Harbour City Funeral Home for guidance, empathy, and peace of mind. Get in touch today to speak with a caring professional who’s ready to help.
On behalf of my neighbour:
Hi, I’m looking for a Mr Turkey (gobbler) as Mrs Turkey has no husband and is lonely 🦃
Please call Alison on 02108842945
Or message me and I’ll pass it on
Thanks - Brett 021 0842 0800
Join us at 11am this Tuesday 7th October at Martinborough Library to learn tricks to create Photo books with Digital Senior's Rhonda McCormick and the Wairarapa Library Service - Coaches will be available afterwards for one-to-one help with anything digital and remember we are also available … View moreJoin us at 11am this Tuesday 7th October at Martinborough Library to learn tricks to create Photo books with Digital Senior's Rhonda McCormick and the Wairarapa Library Service - Coaches will be available afterwards for one-to-one help with anything digital and remember we are also available each week on Thursday morning 9.30am -11.00am at Heartland Services 39 Jellicoe Street -Call 0800 373 646 to make an appointment or just come on down with your phone, laptop or tablet.
The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.
There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View moreThe Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.
There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.
Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.
Succulent in pottery container. This plant will throw up flower stalks near the end of the Summer.
Easy care. Drought resistant plants. Decorative too.
The pottery pot ( not a plastic one) comes with the plant. They make a happy combination.
Thanks for looking.
Pickup is in Kuripuni
Hostas are just coming away for the Spring and Summer show now. Later in Summer they will throw up mauve or white flower stalks. They will die down over winter.
They like a shady , wet or semi shaded area and be quite drought resistant once estabished.
Pickup is in Kuripuni.
Thanks for … View moreHostas are just coming away for the Spring and Summer show now. Later in Summer they will throw up mauve or white flower stalks. They will die down over winter.
They like a shady , wet or semi shaded area and be quite drought resistant once estabished.
Pickup is in Kuripuni.
Thanks for looking.
For two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.
Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats … View moreFor two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.
Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats they face, and how we can protect our feathered taonga. Important work that we love seeing!
Who was last year’s champ? 🏆 The Yellow-eyed penguin, one of the world’s rarest penguins. But this year, Neighbourly is keeping a close eye on another ocean wanderer: the Tītī (Cook’s petrel).
Who is getting your vote this year? 🐦💛
🗳 Voting closes: Sunday 28 September
🏅 Winner announced: Monday 29 September
We hope this brings a smile!
With daily chef prepared meals, housekeeping and more, Ryman serviced apartments free up your time for what really matters - family, catching up with an old friend, or simply your favourite book.
We have serviced apartments available now - find a village near you.
We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).
(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)
Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down … View moreWe’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).
(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)
Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down a bit, the Neighbourly Team are keen to hear from you: how are you feeling about it all?
Summer’s coming, and holidays are on the horizon … should we be focusing on the future rather than the past quarter? Or is this dip in the road a real concern?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
I’m looking for IBC totes, (similar to the image) with or without bladders (ie just the base & cage) to store firewood. Can collect by mutual arrangement.
If you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.
If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love… View moreIf you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.
If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love the Summerset life.
We can’t wait to welcome you on Sunday 5 October from 10am – 2pm.
Mahogany dining table and 4 chairs.
Chairs originally in the Canadian embassy and have been recently reupholstered.
Table seats 6, also recently refurbished, does have minor imperfections.
Table 1055mm x 1815mm x 725mm
Many workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.
But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.
💬 What do you think? Hybrid… View moreMany workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.
But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.
💬 What do you think? Hybrid forever, or back to the office full-time?
Aotearoa New Zealand is aiming to be predator-free in 2050 to ensure our islands' unique species of birds, frogs, lizards and plants can thrive.
New Zealand has among the highest proportions of threatened or at-risk species in the world, and around 25 million native birds are killed by … View moreAotearoa New Zealand is aiming to be predator-free in 2050 to ensure our islands' unique species of birds, frogs, lizards and plants can thrive.
New Zealand has among the highest proportions of threatened or at-risk species in the world, and around 25 million native birds are killed by introduced predators every year. But it's not all bad news - when predators are removed or controlled, nature bounces back fast. We’ve already seen it happening in many parts of the country!
People all over Aotearoa are doing their bit - setting traps in their backyards, planting natives, volunteering, or donating. You can too! Backyard trapping is one example of effective individual action.
What do you think? Can we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
2x Raspberry plants, red, summer fruiting $5 each (SOLD)
Aloe Vera plants - $10 each. I want to remove about 3-4
© Neighbourly 2025
Loading…