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The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...
Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View moreGot a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...
Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.
Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.
Can New Zealand … View moreAs a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.
Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.
Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?
Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?
Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?
It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with … View moreHey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?
Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?
It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with toilet paper over or under? cutlery up or down in the dishwasher? top sheet or no top sheet?, to name a few. Read more about the arguments for each and see how many people agree with you, here.
How many of you have heard of Arapawa Island? If you've got 10 friends or family (remember those social distancing rules), it's only $35 a night for this island escape.
Though transport operators were expecting a big bump in numbers on Monday, as schools reopened under…
A honking convoy of rural solidarity made its way up to Hawke's Bay in the weekend. Along with some…
He is currently in Blenheim since the lockdown, but eager to come back to the North Island for the winter. I was very impressed with his workmanship and finesse. He also holds a certificate in wellness massage. He is of quiet disposition, honest and has a heart of gold.
Please get in touch if you … View moreHe is currently in Blenheim since the lockdown, but eager to come back to the North Island for the winter. I was very impressed with his workmanship and finesse. He also holds a certificate in wellness massage. He is of quiet disposition, honest and has a heart of gold.
Please get in touch if you have or know of any work for him. He is happy to do non building related work too.
His number is 021 0220 3038 , I am happy to help with communication/translation 027 466 3776
Firefighters are working to contain a fire at a timber mill in Carterton. The fire was inside a sil…
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WINZ Quotes available for Firewood … View moreMake the most of the sunshine this week, we have available for your garden & landscaping
🌱 Screened Topsoil
🌱 Organic Mulch
🌱 Lush Nutritious Compost
We also have plenty of Dry Ready To Burn Firewood
WINZ Quotes available for Firewood
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Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, it is not possible for SWDC to hold the town hall meetings that usually feature in the Annual Plan consultation timeline.
The advertised live online Q&A events will go ahead as Microsoft Teams Live Events.
More information, including a link to join … View moreDue to the current Covid-19 restrictions, it is not possible for SWDC to hold the town hall meetings that usually feature in the Annual Plan consultation timeline.
The advertised live online Q&A events will go ahead as Microsoft Teams Live Events.
More information, including a link to join the event, is available here.www.swdc.govt.nz...
Three events are being held to keep numbers manageable, but if you can’t join your ward’s event, or you have no affiliation to a specific ward, you can join the event that suits you best.
The Martinborough event was last week.
Upcoming Q&A events are:
* Featherston – 7pm, Monday 18 May.
* Greytown – 7pm, Weds 20 May.
Attendees are encouraged to email questions by 5pm the day before each live event to ap@swdc.govt.nz.
. Questions can also be asked throughout the event using on the Q&A tool.
If you are not able to join an event live, a video recording and written Q&A will be available on the SWDC website as soon as possible after each event.
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As we settle into life in Alert Level 2, we're excited to see a bit more of NZ. Join us as we showcase the best close-to-home travel experiences Aotearoa has to offer.
Did you know you can view some of our retirement villages in the comfort of your own home?
Immerse yourself in our beautiful villages by taking a ‘walk through’ with our virtual tours. Stroll through the lovely gardens, explore the village amenities, and step into a beautiful independent … View moreDid you know you can view some of our retirement villages in the comfort of your own home?
Immerse yourself in our beautiful villages by taking a ‘walk through’ with our virtual tours. Stroll through the lovely gardens, explore the village amenities, and step into a beautiful independent apartment, serviced apartment or care room. You can navigate your way through each featured room or area of the village and really get a feel for the space. It’s a great way to obtain a more intricate view before you make a visit to the village.
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