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If you’re looking for a place that feels friendly, peaceful, and connected, Kandahar Village might be just what you’re after. Set in central Masterton, our boutique retirement village offers independence with the comfort of knowing support is close if you need it. Residents love the relaxed … View moreIf you’re looking for a place that feels friendly, peaceful, and connected, Kandahar Village might be just what you’re after. Set in central Masterton, our boutique retirement village offers independence with the comfort of knowing support is close if you need it. Residents love the relaxed atmosphere, the sense of belonging, and the way neighbours really do become friends.
Priced from only $650k, with a 12-month monthly fee holiday and a $20,000 cash-back on settlement
Come for a cuppa and a look around - we’d love to meet you.
Our best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a … View moreOur best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a handy way to get your gifting sorted without leaving home).
Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. … View moreShopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. Shifting a portion of that toward small, local retailers can make a huge difference for the wider small-business economy.
Read business journalist Aimee Shaw's piece.
We are all set up for our market lots of lovely plants, Christmas decorations and gift ideas. Come for a browse tomorrow from 8am.
New Zealand homeowners are now more likely to sell at a loss than at any time since 2013, and if you’re in Auckland or Wellington, the odds are even higher.
But there is a silver lining: buyers are still in a strong position when it comes to negotiating prices.
So we’re curious…
How … View moreNew Zealand homeowners are now more likely to sell at a loss than at any time since 2013, and if you’re in Auckland or Wellington, the odds are even higher.
But there is a silver lining: buyers are still in a strong position when it comes to negotiating prices.
So we’re curious…
How are you feeling about the current property market?
If you’re keen to dive into the details, Deborah Morris breaks down all the latest insights.
Lions' Mini Market
This Saturday 29 November 8-11am at The King Lion Hall, 12 King Street, Upper Hutt
All new lovely plants both outdoor and indoor, popular lemons at just $2kg, Christmas crafts, decorations and gift ideas, as well as quality clothing, fabric, household things, books, toys … View moreLions' Mini Market
This Saturday 29 November 8-11am at The King Lion Hall, 12 King Street, Upper Hutt
All new lovely plants both outdoor and indoor, popular lemons at just $2kg, Christmas crafts, decorations and gift ideas, as well as quality clothing, fabric, household things, books, toys and games and more. Best range ever from new stallholders. Come and have a browse.
This Saturday 29 November 8-11am at The King Lion Hall, 12 King Street, Upper Hutt
All new lovely plants both outdoor and indoor, popular lemons at just $2kg, Christmas crafts, decorations and gift ideas, as well as quality clothing, fabric, household things, books, toys and games and more. Best … View moreThis Saturday 29 November 8-11am at The King Lion Hall, 12 King Street, Upper Hutt
All new lovely plants both outdoor and indoor, popular lemons at just $2kg, Christmas crafts, decorations and gift ideas, as well as quality clothing, fabric, household things, books, toys and games and more. Best range ever from new stallholders. Come and have a browse.
Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
… View moreHi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
🛏️ Huge Black Friday Savings
Enjoy up to 70% OFF on NZ-made beds and leading brands like Tempur, Sealy, and Slumberzone - all available in-store.
🎉 Black Friday Deals You’ll Love
Here’s what you can get this week only:
FREE Premium Pillows with selected beds
FREE Delivery on eligible purchases
FREE Size Upgrade on selected Slumberzone beds
Lowest Price Guarantee on Sealy Posturepedic
Exclusive Black Friday Combo Deals on top mattresses and bases
Whether you’re looking for better support, a size upgrade, or simply a more comfortable night’s sleep, our team is here to help.
Sunbeam crazy popper
popcorn maker $50,
Good condition
Comes with instruction/recipe booklet
Have to heat your melted butter separately
Pickup in greytown
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Has served me well over the years but has been replaced by a new style of ladder. Opens out to 3.2 mtrs approx. Still in good working condition. Been stored outside so spiders etc come free.
Police are seeking assistance to locate Paul Rimene, who has a warrant for his arrest.
He has numerous gang associates across Wellington District, including in the Wairarapa.
Rimene is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
Any sightings should be reported to Police on 111.
… View morePolice are seeking assistance to locate Paul Rimene, who has a warrant for his arrest.
He has numerous gang associates across Wellington District, including in the Wairarapa.
Rimene is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
Any sightings should be reported to Police on 111.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it… View moreTony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”
Click below to read their full story.
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