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Weather looking very promising, so going ahead as planned.
Meet Memorial Square Carterton, 9.50am briefing, 10am stands up.
This will be the last ride for me as I'll be overseas for the next 6-7 weeks.
If someone would like to fill in until I return - around end July - that would be … View moreWeather looking very promising, so going ahead as planned.
Meet Memorial Square Carterton, 9.50am briefing, 10am stands up.
This will be the last ride for me as I'll be overseas for the next 6-7 weeks.
If someone would like to fill in until I return - around end July - that would be excellent.
Keeping the ride inside the valley, but have a few longer rides planned for when I get home.
See you tomorrow.
The Maymorn access to Remutaka Cycle Trail will be closed to all users on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June.
This is due to the construction and placement of a culvert for the adjacent Kiwirail site. Touring cyclists please use the alternate route via Plateau Rd to Tunnel Gully and Remutaka Cycle … View moreThe Maymorn access to Remutaka Cycle Trail will be closed to all users on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June.
This is due to the construction and placement of a culvert for the adjacent Kiwirail site. Touring cyclists please use the alternate route via Plateau Rd to Tunnel Gully and Remutaka Cycle Trail.
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Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.
"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their … View moreLouise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.
"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their brilliant white feathers catching the sun as they dive like professionals into the briny.
The old wharf, stretching almost 400m out into harbour, was closed (although a few foolhardy humans ignore the signs and climb the fence) in January for six weeks (hah!) for “urgent” repairs after the earthquakes over the New Year caused it to slump a bit in the middle. To be fair, the piles are infested with marine worms turning the ancient trunks into so much Swiss cheese and the bolts holding it all together are rustier than my first car, so it wouldn’t have taken much. Having seen a cross-section of a pile, I’m surprised it hasn’t collapsed before now. I am looking forward to it reopening though, I miss being able to walk so far out into the harbour – it’s where all the good stuff happens."
I have over 20 metres of 6 x 1 rough sawn fencing timber here. It has been used on a fence which was taken down and replaced with a more solid and higher fence by the neighbour. Still good wood. It is treated but not ground retention treated.
I had plans to use it to build a wood shed but that is … View moreI have over 20 metres of 6 x 1 rough sawn fencing timber here. It has been used on a fence which was taken down and replaced with a more solid and higher fence by the neighbour. Still good wood. It is treated but not ground retention treated.
I had plans to use it to build a wood shed but that is not going to happen now.
One side of most of the boards is painted green. They have been stacked one on top of another but some are not perfectly straight.
They are varying lengths.
$35 for the lot. I priced 6 by 1 timber in Mega and it is $4.69 for a 1.8 metre length.
Welcome to come and have a look.
Thanks for looking.
Pickup is in Kuripuni.
(The firewood behind the fencing timber in the pic. is not for sale)
We have just installed a new park bench in the Martinborough playground. Huge thanks to the Waihinga Trust for this donation to the community.
Hey guys have taken all my lights down to replace them by much stronger ones as my sight is declining. It includes all the light which are LED and transformers. Please make me a decent offer.
Meet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.
"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts … View moreMeet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.
"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts of everyone at the centre. I am looking for an experienced owner, who has a suitable property for me to thrive in. I'm always up for a walk or a game to play, and I love to find things to do and keep active. I am looking for a home with teenagers or adults, and a home without cats or small animals. I am happy to play with other active dogs, and love to be social with both people and dogs. If you are interested in me and my goofy personality - chat to the canine team."
Plastic dog bowl $5
Ceramic dog bowl $20
Flea rinse, over half a bottle $10 (usually $24)
Kong $3
Retractable dog leash, has broken knob but it works fine $15
Harness and leash $10
Metal screw stake to tie dog up anywhere you want $15
Also have 2 dog coats, one knitted 50cm $15 and one waterproof… View morePlastic dog bowl $5
Ceramic dog bowl $20
Flea rinse, over half a bottle $10 (usually $24)
Kong $3
Retractable dog leash, has broken knob but it works fine $15
Harness and leash $10
Metal screw stake to tie dog up anywhere you want $15
Also have 2 dog coats, one knitted 50cm $15 and one waterproof lined with pockets, size medium $20
Pick up in Greytown
Stock up!!. Get those gardens prepped for Winter and stock up that Firewood shed now before it gets too cold.
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Meet Memorial Square Carterton, 9.50am ride briefing, 10am stands up. Destination advised Wednesday pm, here and by text for those whose phone numbers I have.
This ride will be the last one until the end of July, as I'll be out of the country til then - Covid permitting ;-).
If one of our … View moreMeet Memorial Square Carterton, 9.50am ride briefing, 10am stands up. Destination advised Wednesday pm, here and by text for those whose phone numbers I have.
This ride will be the last one until the end of July, as I'll be out of the country til then - Covid permitting ;-).
If one of our regular riders is happy to fill in while I'm away, that would be terrific.
Contact: Wally Richards
mob: 027 224 4158
Both the Hurricanes and the Phoenix are playing at home this weekend.
Will you be going and who do you support?
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Hi guys latest update on my new seeded lawn. Still haven’t purchased sand yet waiting on hubby in the week end. BUT I have put wild birds seeds in a big planter saucer and it took nearly a week before the birds notice but now they out there eating and leaving my lawn alone. Will try and take … View moreHi guys latest update on my new seeded lawn. Still haven’t purchased sand yet waiting on hubby in the week end. BUT I have put wild birds seeds in a big planter saucer and it took nearly a week before the birds notice but now they out there eating and leaving my lawn alone. Will try and take picture a lot of them flew away when I went y the window.
As part of national Hospice Awareness Week, and to celebrate our 10yrs+1 Anniversary serving the Wairarapa, you are invited come and have a good look around our community Hospice, learn about our free services and chat with some of our friendly staff and wonderful volunteers.
Our extremely popular… View moreAs part of national Hospice Awareness Week, and to celebrate our 10yrs+1 Anniversary serving the Wairarapa, you are invited come and have a good look around our community Hospice, learn about our free services and chat with some of our friendly staff and wonderful volunteers.
Our extremely popular Garage Sale will be running, as well as a bake sale, plant sale and sausage sizzle...so there's plenty of opportunities to grab a bargain while you're here.
We don’t have patient beds yet, and there are no activities for patients on the weekend, but there will be lots going on that will give a great idea of how we support people in our community on a palliative journey.
Free entry. All welcome.
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