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Minimalist Design in Apartment Living

Minimalist Design in Apartment Living

Ryman’s Charles Upham Village resident Di gives her design tips on how she’s turned her space into a beautiful home.

54 days ago

Enjoy Financial Certainty...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*Weekly fee’s only increase if you change from independent living to serviced apartment living, or you add extra care options.
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55 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager… View more
If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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56 days ago

PEACE LILY'S

Debbie from Greytown

Peace Lily indoor plants $15 each.
Pickup in GREYTOWN.

Price: $15

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56 days ago

Got your ticket to Golden Shears?

Masterton & Martinborough isite Visitor Centres

Golden Shears starts tomorrow! The best sheep shearers, wool pressers and wool handlers put it all on the line in the world's premier competition for the top titles at the Golden Shears this weekend (Thursday 29 February to Saturday 2 March 2024) . A wide variety of tickets are available … View moreGolden Shears starts tomorrow! The best sheep shearers, wool pressers and wool handlers put it all on the line in the world's premier competition for the top titles at the Golden Shears this weekend (Thursday 29 February to Saturday 2 March 2024) . A wide variety of tickets are available making it easy to enjoy the part of the event that suits you. The three days of competitions encompass novice, junior, intermediate, senior and open shearing along with novice, junior, senior and open wool handling plus singles & pairs wool pressing. Find out more and get your ticket online or head in to the Masterton or Martinborough isite Visitor Centre.

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57 days ago

Have you made a nomination yet?

Prospa

Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms … View more
Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms in town nominate them now and make a small business' day.

Share a few words about your favourite local now. You could help them win an incredible prize package worth $10,000.
Nominate now

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57 days ago

Sustainable Style. A Special Price.

Mazda NZ

If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is… View more
If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is perfect for zipping around your neighbourhood.

Find out more and book a test drive at your local Mazda Dealer today.
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58 days ago

Curiously delicious events of unusually grand gaiety coming to Greytown all month long

Masterton & Martinborough isite Visitor Centres

The delightfully curious Hendrick's Hootenanny is a month-long celebration of all things Hendrick's in Greytown - think terrarium workshops, botanical brush and sip evenings, live music, parties, lawn bowls and so much more.
🍸Kicking off from 1st March for the entire month.

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The delightfully curious Hendrick's Hootenanny is a month-long celebration of all things Hendrick's in Greytown - think terrarium workshops, botanical brush and sip evenings, live music, parties, lawn bowls and so much more.
🍸Kicking off from 1st March for the entire month.

Plan your gin tasting adventures here wairarapanz.com...

59 days ago

CENTRAL ITM BIG SWIM COMMUNITY DAY SUN 10 MARCH 11am-4pm

Catherine from Greytown

Make a SPLASH and help save the Carterton Indoor Swimming Pool! Members of the Carterton Indoor Pool Project are inviting Wairarapa residents to join them at the CENTRAL ITM BIG SWIM COMMUNITY DAY on Sunday, 10 March, from 11am to 4pm. Families can enjoy prizes, games, music and a sausage sizzle. … View moreMake a SPLASH and help save the Carterton Indoor Swimming Pool! Members of the Carterton Indoor Pool Project are inviting Wairarapa residents to join them at the CENTRAL ITM BIG SWIM COMMUNITY DAY on Sunday, 10 March, from 11am to 4pm. Families can enjoy prizes, games, music and a sausage sizzle. Don't miss out on this chance to contribute to the massive community fundraising effort!

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61 days ago

Lions' Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

Back again for a new year. Market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt on tomorrow, Sat 24th from 8am.
Ever popular Plants, Lemons, Crafts, Quality Clothing, Books, Toys, Jigsaws, Household stuff and mint, boxed, Die Cast Models.
Arrive early for plenty of parking. Looking forward to … View more
Back again for a new year. Market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt on tomorrow, Sat 24th from 8am.
Ever popular Plants, Lemons, Crafts, Quality Clothing, Books, Toys, Jigsaws, Household stuff and mint, boxed, Die Cast Models.
Arrive early for plenty of parking. Looking forward to seeing you there.

61 days ago

Summer Hummer - what a line up GRAB YOUR TICKET NOW

Masterton & Martinborough isite Visitor Centres

Wow! Global stars Drax Project are the headline act at the Trust House Summer Hummer March 9th 🥳
They're joined by local talent LA Women plus....
- CC's House
- Nari Kerehi
- Rampage
- Lo Tide
- What's the Name

THERE ARE LIMITED GATE SALES ON THE DAY, so get in quick … View more
Wow! Global stars Drax Project are the headline act at the Trust House Summer Hummer March 9th 🥳
They're joined by local talent LA Women plus....
- CC's House
- Nari Kerehi
- Rampage
- Lo Tide
- What's the Name

THERE ARE LIMITED GATE SALES ON THE DAY, so get in quick if you want to secure your spot at this year's Trust House Summer Hummer. Just $2 here: www.eventfinda.co.nz...
All about the event is here:

www.facebook.com...

61 days ago

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View more
Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
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63 days ago

Ways to Lower your Power Bill

The Team from NZ Compare

Feeling the Summer heat? Don't let your power bill skyrocket along with the temperatures!

Check out these 10 simple tips to keep cool and save money on your power bills this season.

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62 days ago

Relay For Life March 23rd-24th 2024

Cancer Society

Be part of a Remarkable event, Relay For Life Wellington is back at Trentham Racecourse Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th March.

Relay For Life - Te Ara Toiora is an inspiring community event that gives everyone a chance to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who … View more
Be part of a Remarkable event, Relay For Life Wellington is back at Trentham Racecourse Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th March.

Relay For Life - Te Ara Toiora is an inspiring community event that gives everyone a chance to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who care for them; maumaharatia (remember) loved ones lost to cancer; and tū atu (fight back) by raising awareness and funds for the Cancer Society.
Register Now

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63 days ago

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says … View more
Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says Peter.

Boxes of unsorted photos can feel overwhelming to organise so they often get left for many years to clutter up our houses. In addition to this, most of us have smartphones that make it easy to take photos anywhere, so pretty soon our digital photo life becomes cluttered too.

Click read more for the full article.

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63 days ago

Thank you CARTERTON PRIMARY SCHOOLS!

Catherine from Greytown

A big shout out to the CARTERTON PRIMARY SCHOOLS for supporting The CENTRAL ITM Big Swim! Their big audacious goal is swim continuously from 9am-3pm Thursday 7 March. Love this community 💕.

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