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This week we feature a picture of a starling by Louise Thomas.
"The variety of plumage at the moment on young birds as they transition into their adult feathers is amazing. I think a few years ago I would have thought of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as a dozen different species if I thought … View moreThis week we feature a picture of a starling by Louise Thomas.
"The variety of plumage at the moment on young birds as they transition into their adult feathers is amazing. I think a few years ago I would have thought of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as a dozen different species if I thought of them at all. Many of the new generation still have their brown heads, but are developing their star-spangled chest feathers. Mature feathers coming in on their backs are beautiful, with pale brown borders and the middles an iridescent green in the sunlight. Nature is an artist."
Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View moreCome together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund ground-breaking work by some of our country’s top breast cancer researchers, educate people about breast health, and provide free support services for breast cancer patients and their families.
What are you waiting for! Sign up today.
Serviced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.
Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.
Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with … View moreServiced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.
Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.
Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with certainty about your living expenses.
Yes you can! NZ Gardener's DIY guru Jacob Leaf shows you how.
The famous Martinborough Fairs are held twice every year on the first Saturday in both February and March, but due to Covid-19 restrictions, the fair for 6 March has been postponed to 10 April.
This fabulous fair focuses on top quality New Zealand-made craft and clothing, great food and music with… View moreThe famous Martinborough Fairs are held twice every year on the first Saturday in both February and March, but due to Covid-19 restrictions, the fair for 6 March has been postponed to 10 April.
This fabulous fair focuses on top quality New Zealand-made craft and clothing, great food and music with thousands of people flocking to town for it!
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A belated Pet of the Day this week, meet Dora from Taita.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what … View more
Go along and enjoy a relaxed country market with activities and games, live music, and food trucks, or feel free to take a picnic.
There will be live music, food trucks, a sausage sizzle, gumboot throw, tug-o-war, and wheelbarrow races – plenty to keep the whole family occupied!
They’ll also … View moreGo along and enjoy a relaxed country market with activities and games, live music, and food trucks, or feel free to take a picnic.
There will be live music, food trucks, a sausage sizzle, gumboot throw, tug-o-war, and wheelbarrow races – plenty to keep the whole family occupied!
They’ll also be unveiling their new community Pataka Kai, so take along any excess produce as well!
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A belated Feathered Friend. The pic this week is from Kelson based photographer Andrew Gorrie who particularly enjoys photographing tūī.
Kia ora
Just a reminder that State Highway 2 over the Remutaka Hill will be closed for one night from 9 pm this Sunday night 11 April to 4 am Monday morning 12 April.
This 1-night closure allows our road crews to safely undertake essential maintenance and slip prevention works.
Free shuttle … View moreKia ora
Just a reminder that State Highway 2 over the Remutaka Hill will be closed for one night from 9 pm this Sunday night 11 April to 4 am Monday morning 12 April.
This 1-night closure allows our road crews to safely undertake essential maintenance and slip prevention works.
Free shuttle service available
If you need to get over the hill for night work or essential commitments, please email remutaka@nzta.govt.nz as soon as possible to book your place on the shuttle service.
Access will always be available for emergency services throughout the closure.
For more information, visit nzta.govt.nz/remutaka
A new town is being proposed for South Wairarapa. Do you think it is a good idea?
Apparently, lots of people stop to ask for photographs. This eye-catching Greytown shed is the winner of the 2021 Resene Shed of the Year competition run by NZ Gardener.
HURRY SALE ENDS SOON!
$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!
Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to … View moreHURRY SALE ENDS SOON!
$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!
Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.
Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 75 years ago.
Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
Join celebrated New Zealand tenor, Geoff Sewell from Amici Forever, with special guests, Grammy Award winning opera star, bass-baritone Jonathan Lemalu, tenor Cameron Barclay from the Ten Tenors, and one of New Zealand's most celebrated pianists, Carl Doy in a special evening of … View moreJoin celebrated New Zealand tenor, Geoff Sewell from Amici Forever, with special guests, Grammy Award winning opera star, bass-baritone Jonathan Lemalu, tenor Cameron Barclay from the Ten Tenors, and one of New Zealand's most celebrated pianists, Carl Doy in a special evening of world-class classical crossover entertainment touring through New Zealand this May.
An unmissable concert with four of New Zealand’s finest internationally successful artists coming together to showcase their talents.
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