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223 days ago

Cobblestones Country Fete - next Saturday!

All the fun of a country fete. Meet the baby animals, watch the craft demonstrations, make a mini sheep or a peg doll, learn how to sew using an old fashioned sewing machine, buy the plants and produce, have delicious homecooked lunch or afternoon tea and much more. Ride in the a fire engine from … View moreAll the fun of a country fete. Meet the baby animals, watch the craft demonstrations, make a mini sheep or a peg doll, learn how to sew using an old fashioned sewing machine, buy the plants and produce, have delicious homecooked lunch or afternoon tea and much more. Ride in the a fire engine from central Greytown to Cobblestones Museum. 11am-3pm. Koha entry. Saturday 30th Sept.

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223 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation

Final days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a … View moreFinal days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today – only $15 each.
Buy tickets now

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223 days ago

And the winner is...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to our $100 Mitre 10 prize winners this week:

Sonia Lewis of St Albans
Hinemoa Henderson of Taupo
Ryan Dunseath of Te Atatu Peninsula
Tāmātī Kaiwai of Clouston Park
Sarah Bullard of Nelson

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 24th of October. Enjoy!

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229 days ago

Do you remember?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Rugby World Cup is underway, are you a fan?

New Zealand's All Blacks have won the RWC three times - 1987, 2011 and 2015. Do you remember these? Whether you were in the grandstand or on the couch, tell us what you remember of these historic moments...

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225 days ago

Tinui Valley Loop Funride Fundraiser

Register now for this Tinui recovery fundraiser Sunday 1st October. Raising funds for Tinui Village. Aimed at gravel bikes for backcountry riding on the33km flood fundraiser funride.
BYO picnic lunch or a gold coin for a BBQ.Pony rides, farmyard animals, a little kids and great spot prizes $40 per… View more
Register now for this Tinui recovery fundraiser Sunday 1st October. Raising funds for Tinui Village. Aimed at gravel bikes for backcountry riding on the33km flood fundraiser funride.
BYO picnic lunch or a gold coin for a BBQ.Pony rides, farmyard animals, a little kids and great spot prizes $40 per ticket. Riders 16+
Sunday October 1st. Register at escape@rahuicoastal.co.nz or on 06 3726663. 🚴🏽‍♂️🚵🏻‍♂️Grab your bikes and head along.
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225 days ago

Would like to borrow a newborn calf for 6 weeks....

Felicity from Greytown

I am feeding a newborn calf and would like her to have some company until she goes back into the paddock once her mum dries off.
Would feed and look after it for the duration and then return it to you.
Please DM me for details
Felicity (Greytown)

226 days ago

Have you got a favourite family recipe for strawberries?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.

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226 days ago

School Holiday Guide - come and pick one up

Looking forward to the School Holidays? We totally are, and have heaps of ideas for you and your whanau:
🦆Visit Masterton's wonderful Queen Elizabeth Park. Pedal around the lake, have a round of mini golf, feed the ducks, cross the swing bridge to the BMX track, say hello to the deer, … View more
Looking forward to the School Holidays? We totally are, and have heaps of ideas for you and your whanau:
🦆Visit Masterton's wonderful Queen Elizabeth Park. Pedal around the lake, have a round of mini golf, feed the ducks, cross the swing bridge to the BMX track, say hello to the deer, and visit the huge playground with its flying fox.
🚂Ride the mighty Miniature Train in the Park
🛹Try out Masterton's state-of-the art skatepark
🐑Pop into The Woolshed Masterton across the road from Queen Elizabeth Park and explore
🌊Run wild at the coast, check out Castlepoint and Cape Palliser
🌳Meet wildlife at Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre
🎵See a family show at Carterton Events Centre
🏦Check out history at Cobblestones Museum in Greytown and go to their Spring Fete (Sat 30th)
🐮Learn about farm animals on a guided visit at Martinborough Manor
🌌Celebrate the Spring Equinox at Stonehenge Aotearoa - enjoy the sunset from within the henge, learn how our ancestors viewed the equinox, then explore the night sky. (Sat 23 Sept).
​🔭Be star struck on a Star Safari. Learn about astronomy, the night sky and modern stargazing with science communicators Hari and Sam. Kids under 15 are free!
🌑Get under the stars with Under the Stars - be guided through the heavens, hear stories and tales and learn how to navigate using the stars.
🚀World Space Week - check out all the events on for World Space Week including Water Rockets and Solar Observing, an Astrobiology Dome and Open Night at Star Safari.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦But wait there's more - check out our special page BELOW and get your Wairarapa school holiday fun sorted. Plus we have free School holiday guides at the Masterton and Martinborough Visitor isite Centre come and pick one up!

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229 days ago

Poll: When's too early for DIY?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say… View more
We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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When's too early for DIY?
  • 5.7% Afternoons are for DIY. Never mornings.
    5.7% Complete
  • 30.8% Anytime before 10am is too early.
    30.8% Complete
  • 25.7% 8am is early, but acceptable.
    25.7% Complete
  • 37.8% I'd let them away with 9am.
    37.8% Complete
1835 votes
227 days ago

Epic Hot Rods return to Tui Brewery, Sunday 24 September

Calling all Hot Rods, it’s your time to shine under the Tui Tower for Mangatainoka Motors’ most visually spectacular car event of the year. Tui Brewery will host some amazing classic vehicles next Sunday, showcasing the finest examples of automotive craftsmanship and design.
Check out the … View more
Calling all Hot Rods, it’s your time to shine under the Tui Tower for Mangatainoka Motors’ most visually spectacular car event of the year. Tui Brewery will host some amazing classic vehicles next Sunday, showcasing the finest examples of automotive craftsmanship and design.
Check out the awesome display of themed cars as well as enjoy the live music, delicious food and beer, take a brewery tour and much more. Entry is free!
wairarapanz.com...

227 days ago

Wairarapa Wedding Expo coming up 7th OCtober

Dreaming of a gorgeous Wairarapa wedding? Or have friends or family who maybe? Then head to the Wairarapa Wedding Expo, 7th October at Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park Wairarapa. You'll find everything you need to plan your perfect wedding and honeymoon in one place, on one day - … View moreDreaming of a gorgeous Wairarapa wedding? Or have friends or family who maybe? Then head to the Wairarapa Wedding Expo, 7th October at Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park Wairarapa. You'll find everything you need to plan your perfect wedding and honeymoon in one place, on one day - from hen's nights and stag dos, hair and make-up, dressmakers, photographers and photo booths, venues, food and beverage providers. Plus great prizes, offers and koha entry. Make a day of it and get inspired!
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228 days ago

Fancy $100 to spend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can … View more
We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 26th of September. Enjoy!

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228 days ago

Spring Clean Your Bills!

The Team from NZ Compare

Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, … View more
Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, remember to set your clocks before bedtime.
Compare now

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257 days ago

Tickets on sale now!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

We’re so excited to let you know that the NZ House & Garden Tours are back for another sell-out summer. ☀️

In 2024, we're visiting Queenstown (16 & 17 February), Christchurch (23 & 24 February), Whanganui (15 & 16 March) and Tauranga (22 & 23 March).

Whether … View more
We’re so excited to let you know that the NZ House & Garden Tours are back for another sell-out summer. ☀️

In 2024, we're visiting Queenstown (16 & 17 February), Christchurch (23 & 24 February), Whanganui (15 & 16 March) and Tauranga (22 & 23 March).

Whether you’re a design enthusiast or just want to take a peek inside some of New Zealand's most beautiful homes, join us for a day of inspiration and fun. It’s the perfect excuse for you to gather a group of friends and make a day ... or weekend of it. These tours proudly support Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

🚨 Tickets are on sale now! Purchase your tickets here.

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237 days ago

Show us what you've got, e hoa!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're not saying 'Ka kite' to 'Kia ora' but let's challenge ourselves a little more for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori...

Held from the 11th-17th September, Māori Language week gives us a chance to celebrate our beautiful national language. Maybe you'll be … View more
We're not saying 'Ka kite' to 'Kia ora' but let's challenge ourselves a little more for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori...

Held from the 11th-17th September, Māori Language week gives us a chance to celebrate our beautiful national language. Maybe you'll be celebrating by watching the Toku Reo videos and using Te Aka (Maōri Dictionary) to improve your knowledge, or maybe you've found a buddy for the week that will only kōrero in te reo with you. Ka pai!

If you're a fan of chocolate, we have five blocks of Whittakers Miraka Kirīmi tiakarete to give away. Whether long or short, simply share your show-off phrase below to be in to win. (Winners randomly drawn and notified on Mon, 18th Sept).

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