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A pod of about 50 dolphins were cruising between Princess Bay and Houghton Bay early this week when a couple of them got stranded in the shallows.
Luckily, a trio of locals scrambled down the steep cliffs to rescue the pair of dolphins from a small alcove in Houghton Bay.
Did you … View moreHi neighbours,
A pod of about 50 dolphins were cruising between Princess Bay and Houghton Bay early this week when a couple of them got stranded in the shallows.
Luckily, a trio of locals scrambled down the steep cliffs to rescue the pair of dolphins from a small alcove in Houghton Bay.
Did you see the dolphins or witness the rescue? Have you spotted dolphins in this kind of strife before? Where is the best place in the capital to spot visiting dolphins or whales?
To read more and watch a video of the rescue, click here.
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So close - get your tickets now!
The Wairarapa Country Music Festival returns to the picturesque Tauherenikau Racecourse, near Featherston, this weekend: 11th - 13th January.
GLADSTONEBURY 3 is back on Sunday 20 January 2019. With great music, food, wine, beer and a range of fabulous craft … View moreSo close - get your tickets now!
The Wairarapa Country Music Festival returns to the picturesque Tauherenikau Racecourse, near Featherston, this weekend: 11th - 13th January.
GLADSTONEBURY 3 is back on Sunday 20 January 2019. With great music, food, wine, beer and a range of fabulous craft stalls, it's a great way to enjoy the Wellington Anniversary holiday weekend.
Check our web site for details and other fantastic events this summer.
Spice up your Summer BBQ with Tegel Smokey Chipotle Chicken Tenders!
This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to pull together and is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, in-laws and neighbours. Chunky chicken tenders coated in flavoursome chipotle spices served with a delicious lemon garlic … View moreSpice up your Summer BBQ with Tegel Smokey Chipotle Chicken Tenders!
This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to pull together and is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, in-laws and neighbours. Chunky chicken tenders coated in flavoursome chipotle spices served with a delicious lemon garlic sour cream and parsnip and potato wedges, this will be the highlight of the barbie. Give them a go this weekend.
This weekend it's all go with the Wairarapa Country Music Festival at the Tauherenikau Racecourse. Headline act for the evening of Sat 11th January is Bevan Gardiner of John Denver Tribute fame. Also performing is Marian Burns. Gate sales with EFTPOS or come and get your ticket from either… View moreThis weekend it's all go with the Wairarapa Country Music Festival at the Tauherenikau Racecourse. Headline act for the evening of Sat 11th January is Bevan Gardiner of John Denver Tribute fame. Also performing is Marian Burns. Gate sales with EFTPOS or come and get your ticket from either the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE Visitor Centres. See times for performers on the link below.
Trains should be operating into Masterton on Monday afternoon, after morning commuters were forced to catch buses for part of their trip following a derailment on Sunday. Read more
There is nothing better than getting out for a ride with your friends. But before getting out on your bike, make sure you take time to check out some great ways to help you and your mates enjoy the ride this summer!
Remember the most experienced rider should ride at the back of the pack, and … View moreThere is nothing better than getting out for a ride with your friends. But before getting out on your bike, make sure you take time to check out some great ways to help you and your mates enjoy the ride this summer!
Remember the most experienced rider should ride at the back of the pack, and plan your stops along the way. If you find yourself ahead of the group slow down and wait for others to catch up. And as always, ride your own ride and stay Shiny Side Up!
On Monday 17th, a few of us met with at Loco Cafe Alexa Belavskis of Fab Feathy to discuss the notion of a Community Garden. I know some of you wanted to come but couldn't make it. In attendance were Fiona Downey, Sandie Fletcher, a lovely couple called Dale and Mike (didn't have their … View moreOn Monday 17th, a few of us met with at Loco Cafe Alexa Belavskis of Fab Feathy to discuss the notion of a Community Garden. I know some of you wanted to come but couldn't make it. In attendance were Fiona Downey, Sandie Fletcher, a lovely couple called Dale and Mike (didn't have their last names, sorry), fresh from saving the tree outside the Union Church, and me. We were encouraged by Mark Allingham of SWDC to develop a plan for (hopefully) the vacant lot opposite Loco Cafe for an organic fruit and vegetable Featherston Community Garden. Lots of great ideas were generated, the three most important being: 1) Set up a Planning Group with enthusiasm and ideas for the site; 2) take the Plan back to the community for consultation; 3) submit the Plan to the Community Board. Other ideas were to enlist the help of the Featherston Menzshed (hopefully using my husband, Roy Glover as liaison!) to build raised garden beds; and SuperValue for compost. Also, a potting shed, tool shed, teaching days for locals wishing to start their own gardens at home; learning days for local kids, etc., etc. As you can see, there's a lot of work to do, but also a real opportunity to achieve there important goals: - develop an attractive showcase for Featherston Main Street; - develop a garden for people who need help with providing fresh produce for their families; - develop a focal point for Featherston as an organic hub. Could you please indicate if you'd be willing to be involved, and in what capacity? This might include donating an hour of your time to weeding, or volunteering to be an educator for establishing and maintaining gardens, or simply contributing to the compost pile! Grateful for any help.
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