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We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.
Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of … View moreWe are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.
Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of your Christmas gifts with a range of over 50 products to choose from, including our popular NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and TV Guide magazines.
Each product purchased on Mags4Gifts will automatically place you in the draw to win a cash prize - and the best part, there’s no limit on how many times you can enter! Promotion ends 8 Jan 2023, for T&Cs click here.
The team at Mags4Gifts
You may have heard your local radio station promoting our Greytown Country Market as being on tomorrow Sunday 27th November.
This is incorrect.
Our next market day is Sunday 18th December.
See you there
Saturday 28 January 8-11am at The King Lion Hall, 12 King Street, Upper Hutt.
Indoor and Outdoor plants, Lemons, Jams and Sauces, Quality clothing, Books and Toys, and More.
Tables $5. Arrive before 10 am for plenty of parking.
It's a great day out at any time but with Christmas looming having the Martinborough Fair special edition on THIS SATURDAY means gift shopping will be easy. Explore the many stalls and have a fun day.
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On Monday, 21 November, the Supreme Court ruled that preventing 16 and 17-year-olds from voting is 'unjustified age discrimination'.
The current age of voting is 18 in New Zealand and lobby group Make It 16 have been running a youth-led campaign advocating for the vote to be extended … View moreOn Monday, 21 November, the Supreme Court ruled that preventing 16 and 17-year-olds from voting is 'unjustified age discrimination'.
The current age of voting is 18 in New Zealand and lobby group Make It 16 have been running a youth-led campaign advocating for the vote to be extended to our 16 and 17-year-olds.
“This is history,” said Make It 16 co-director Caeden Tipler. “Today New Zealand’s highest court has confirmed that stopping young people from voting is a breach of our human rights...The government and Parliament cannot ignore such a clear legal and moral message. They must let us vote.”
Share your thoughts below - these may be published in the We Say You Say column of the local papers.
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View moreMeeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.
For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
Our national women’s rugby team took out the Rugby World Cup on Saturday in a tense finale at Eden Park. The Black Ferns won the match by just three points taking home their sixth world title.
With public celebrations taking place following the All Blacks (men's) Rugby World Cup wins … View moreOur national women’s rugby team took out the Rugby World Cup on Saturday in a tense finale at Eden Park. The Black Ferns won the match by just three points taking home their sixth world title.
With public celebrations taking place following the All Blacks (men's) Rugby World Cup wins (2011 & 2015) as well as parades for the America's cup team, do you think similar celebration plans are needed for our winning Black Ferns women?
All products are NEW.
Antipodes Romeo skin-nourishing shave gel with manuka honey, vinanza grape and kiwi 200ml. $15
Goat Face cream cleanser with goats milk,witch hazel and rose water 100ml $10
Calvin Klein CK One EDT 200ml $60
… View moreAll products are NEW.
Antipodes Romeo skin-nourishing shave gel with manuka honey, vinanza grape and kiwi 200ml. $15
Goat Face cream cleanser with goats milk,witch hazel and rose water 100ml $10
Calvin Klein CK One EDT 200ml $60
All 3 items for $80
Great gift especially for Christmas or birthday or just because. Pickup in Greytown or can post from $5.60 depends on how many items wanted. First in first served.
Various pieces of unused ply. Good for unfinished projects etc.
260cm the longest pieces are 270cm.
Hey Neighbours!
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Between now and 31 December, purchase a 3-month subscription to Sunday Star-Times for a friend, loved one (or yourself), and you'll receive a gorgeous soy candle selection worth $49 from Linden Leaves absolutely free.
Use promo … View moreHey Neighbours!
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Between now and 31 December, purchase a 3-month subscription to Sunday Star-Times for a friend, loved one (or yourself), and you'll receive a gorgeous soy candle selection worth $49 from Linden Leaves absolutely free.
Use promo code 'Christmas' at the checkout to redeem this unmissable deal!
The team at Sunday Star-Times
Pots of large organic triple curl parsley
$3 each or 2 for $5
Pickup in Greytown
Shockingly, 93% of Variety families live with food insecurity every day. Let’s make Christmas day different for them.
Mia and Jade love Christmas, but their parents are struggling financially. “Christmas time brings a lot of stress. I want to put a good meal on the table and give my kids a … View moreShockingly, 93% of Variety families live with food insecurity every day. Let’s make Christmas day different for them.
Mia and Jade love Christmas, but their parents are struggling financially. “Christmas time brings a lot of stress. I want to put a good meal on the table and give my kids a good and exciting Christmas but with bills and rent, our credit card is already maxed out,” Jenna says.
Please donate today to provide grocery support for struggling families this Christmas.
Brighten yours or someone else's day with these Dwarf compact sunflowers in large 16cm pots. Produces multiple flower heads, pollen free bright yellow blooms. Close to flowering, will provide long lasting flowering. Have indoors or outdoors. Limited amount available. Pickup in Greytown. $20 … View moreBrighten yours or someone else's day with these Dwarf compact sunflowers in large 16cm pots. Produces multiple flower heads, pollen free bright yellow blooms. Close to flowering, will provide long lasting flowering. Have indoors or outdoors. Limited amount available. Pickup in Greytown. $20 each.
Also some $15 ones, same size pot but smaller plant. White pot pic is for display, comes in black plastic pot.
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