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enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!
In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to… View moreenableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!
In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to pay less interest, get mortgage-free faster – and much more.
Hannah is presenting in Wellington on Thursday 28th March at 12pm and 5:30pm. Tickets are $20 for a single or $30 for two – book your seat now!
Text SAVE to 268 or visit www.enableme.co.nz
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.
The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View moreAll over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.
The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.
Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.
Police would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
This form can be used to submit information, … View morePolice would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
This form can be used to submit information, photos and/or documents. You can also use the form to tell us if you have video footage, which can be submitted separately.
People are advised that this is not an emergency channel and that if they see anything suspicious or need urgent help they should ring 111.
Last country fair today for the Season. The biggest one yet with 52 stalls , music and food.
Don't miss out open 9-1pm
See you there
I posted recently about my garden light being stolen on Sunday night well am still targeted they have now taken my bird feeders. I will sit out probably all night as long as I can for the next few weeks until I can afford a proper alarm for outside. I don’t hurt anyone stay home day after day … View moreI posted recently about my garden light being stolen on Sunday night well am still targeted they have now taken my bird feeders. I will sit out probably all night as long as I can for the next few weeks until I can afford a proper alarm for outside. I don’t hurt anyone stay home day after day why is this happening. Any thought on this matter please message me.
When catering business Baker & Son found it difficult to access finance from traditional lenders, Prospa was there to help. Find out how this family-run business used a Prospa loan to expand and upgrade their kitchen, and deliver more sweet treats to customers around Auckland.
Help the Warehouse support Pedal for Plunket provides support services for the development of health and wellbeing of New Zealand families.
With your help The Warehouse and Plunket are providing a baby essentials pack to families in need
Donate in store today and help give a child the best … View moreHelp the Warehouse support Pedal for Plunket provides support services for the development of health and wellbeing of New Zealand families.
With your help The Warehouse and Plunket are providing a baby essentials pack to families in need
Donate in store today and help give a child the best start in life.
Hi Neighbours, have you got a beautiful character home, full of charm and details, but missing the lighting that reflects and enhances these features?
At Shady Lady Lighting we are keen to help, come down and see us at 3 Rutherford St, Lower Hutt.
Shady Lady Lighting are the experts you … View moreHi Neighbours, have you got a beautiful character home, full of charm and details, but missing the lighting that reflects and enhances these features?
At Shady Lady Lighting we are keen to help, come down and see us at 3 Rutherford St, Lower Hutt.
Shady Lady Lighting are the experts you need to see. We would love you to see our showroom, is like a treasure trove, packed with lighting for homes of all types.
We have NZ’s biggest range of Reproduction and Traditional lighting, and as a Neighbourly special we have a Traditional Lighting SALE on.
Sat 16th – Sat 23rd March
Home & Interiors Wellington event will be held 29th - 31st March 2019.
The Home & Interiors event is essential for all homeowners and those looking for inspiration and advice. You will find the best products, solutions, and design ideas with the opportunity to talk one-on-one with the … View moreHome & Interiors Wellington event will be held 29th - 31st March 2019.
The Home & Interiors event is essential for all homeowners and those looking for inspiration and advice. You will find the best products, solutions, and design ideas with the opportunity to talk one-on-one with the experts in their field.
Entry fee $10 - Children under 16 yrs free if accompanied by an adult.
Show dates: 29th - 31st March 2019
Friday - 10am to 6pm
Saturday - 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday - 10 am to 4 pm
New Lower Hutt Events Centre, 30 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt.
Wairarapa is being increasingly recognised by tourists as an undiscovered gem and a new video tourism campaign targeting Australians aims to further boost visitor numbers to the region.
MBIE’s latest Monthly Regional Tourism Estimates for December 2018 show domestic tourism spending in the … View moreWairarapa is being increasingly recognised by tourists as an undiscovered gem and a new video tourism campaign targeting Australians aims to further boost visitor numbers to the region.
MBIE’s latest Monthly Regional Tourism Estimates for December 2018 show domestic tourism spending in the Wairarapa increased 11.1 per cent to $153.2 and the international visitor spend by 2.4 per cent to $37.2 million.
The Australian tourism spend – Australia is easily the Wellington region’s largest international tourism market – increased by 4.8 per cent to $11.7 million for 2018.
WREDA and Destination Wairarapa have joined forces in a new online tourism video campaign targeting older Australians to visit Wairarapa. Anecdotally, Australian travellers in the 55-74-year-old age group are more likely to explore regional Wellington as part of their Wellington vacation.
The video was made by Wellington-based production company Flying Saucer.
WREDA General Manager David Perks says the online campaign invites Australians to include some time in Wairarapa as part of a four or five day visit to the capital.
“Many visitors to New Zealand are looking for that mix of a vibrant, fun city experience and a more relaxed vibe and beautiful landscapes.
“It doesn’t get much better than the Wellington and Wairarapa combo. Wellington offers a creative, compact city experience and Wairarapa jaw-dropping coastline, charming towns and villages, and a world-class wine scene. It’s the perfect short break package.”
Destination Wairarapa Marketing Manager Barbara Hyde says Statistics New Zealand’s Commercial Accommodation Monitor report for the year ending December 2018 showed Wairarapa guest nights were up 10.9 per cent, or 26,302 more guest nights.
“Compare this growth against any region in the country and the Wairarapa is clearly continuing on its upward growth trajectory. It’s an outstanding result for the region,” Ms Hyde says.
C’est Cheese owner Paul Broughton says his Featherston-based shop has been going gangbusters.
“Since opening in 2013, C'est Cheese has experienced significant year-on-year increases in visitor numbers, noticeably so over the last 24 months. We receive a healthy mix of national and international guests, all of whom are very much focused on local product and experiences.
“This growth in visitor numbers has encouraged us to recently invest in a new cheese-themed dine in option, significant expansion of the retail premises and the completion of our own small in-house cheese factory.”
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