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It’s easy to create your very own colourful planter box, with the kids or for the kids to enjoy, from an old wooden drawer and Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
We're looking for delicious orange recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's October issue. Send your family's favourite ways to enjoy this fruit to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 20, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the October issue of NZ Gardener.
You might have seen earthworks at the riverbed of Te Awa Kairangi / Hutt River, and wondered what’s going on.
From strengthening banks to rebuilding rock structures, the work we are doing improves flood resilience.
By improving our defence against a flooding event, we protect our people … View moreYou might have seen earthworks at the riverbed of Te Awa Kairangi / Hutt River, and wondered what’s going on.
From strengthening banks to rebuilding rock structures, the work we are doing improves flood resilience.
By improving our defence against a flooding event, we protect our people and homes and keep business running as usual.
To find out more, visit gw.govt.nz/floodprotection
Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in… View moreWinter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in cooler temperatures and to prepare the soil for future planting.
Click read more for the full story.
Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run on Ghuznee Street in Wellington on Monday 17 June have identified a white Toyota Aqua whose driver may have information that could assist the investigation.
Initial enquiries indicate the driver may not have been aware they had collided with a person.
… View morePolice investigating a fatal hit-and-run on Ghuznee Street in Wellington on Monday 17 June have identified a white Toyota Aqua whose driver may have information that could assist the investigation.
Initial enquiries indicate the driver may not have been aware they had collided with a person.
If you are the owner of this vehicle, please contact us.
We would also like to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or who saw a similar make and model car around Ghuznee Street, or heading north towards the Hutt Valley, about 10:50pm on the night of the incident.
A number of people have come forward with information and spoken to Police since this tragic incident, and we ask anyone who has not yet spoken to us to get in touch, especially if you have video of the incident.
Information can be provided to Police by calling 105 or making an online report at 105.police.govt.nz using “Update Report”. Please reference the file number 240617/0598
Hi neighbours! I'm looking to speak to people who've recently (within the past 6 months to year) sat their restricted or full licence test in Lower Hutt for a story I'm working on about driver licencing test pass rates around NZ. You'd need to be willing to be photographed and … View moreHi neighbours! I'm looking to speak to people who've recently (within the past 6 months to year) sat their restricted or full licence test in Lower Hutt for a story I'm working on about driver licencing test pass rates around NZ. You'd need to be willing to be photographed and maybe even be interviewed on video. If you're keen to chat please get in touch with me at brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz
I'll post my story here when it's published.
Hi neighbours! I'm looking to speak to people who've recently (within the past 6 months to year) sat their restricted or full licence test in Lower Hutt for a story I'm working on about driver licencing test pass rates around NZ. You'd need to be willing to be photographed and … View moreHi neighbours! I'm looking to speak to people who've recently (within the past 6 months to year) sat their restricted or full licence test in Lower Hutt for a story I'm working on about driver licencing test pass rates around NZ. You'd need to be willing to be photographed and maybe even be interviewed on video. If you're keen to chat please get in touch with me at brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz
I'll post my story here when it's published.
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience … View more91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
What old products do you miss? Some products do become part of your life, whether it's just a treat you have at the cinema or your favourite breakfast spread.
Do you have a childhood memory to share? Let us know below what products you still think of fondly!
Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 50 supermarket gift cards worth $100 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online.
The more puzzles you complete the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find … View moreDon’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 50 supermarket gift cards worth $100 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online.
The more puzzles you complete the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find out more about participating newspapers, click here.
The Team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
This July, NZ Gardener has teamed up with NZ Bulbs to offer you a FREE pack of mixed oriental lily bulbs when you purchase a 1 or 2-year magazine subscription*. Your bulbs will be sent out in late August, the perfect time to plant in time to have fragrant Christmas flowers.
With a subscription … View moreThis July, NZ Gardener has teamed up with NZ Bulbs to offer you a FREE pack of mixed oriental lily bulbs when you purchase a 1 or 2-year magazine subscription*. Your bulbs will be sent out in late August, the perfect time to plant in time to have fragrant Christmas flowers.
With a subscription to NZ Gardener, you’ll enjoy professional and inspirational garden advice, convenient monthly delivery to your home, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, big savings off the retail price, PLUS subscribe before 28 July to enjoy free lily bulbs! *T&Cs apply.
Enjoy the thrill of the Christmas countdown with a DIY advent calendar that’s choc-filled with festive activities and finished in your favourite Resene testpot colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Are you keen to get some retail experience? A busy op shop in Lower Hutt is looking for more volunteers. You'll join a great team and will help out with the following tasks - sorting clothes, pricing and filling the shelves. Volunteers also serve customers at the checkout and assist with … View moreAre you keen to get some retail experience? A busy op shop in Lower Hutt is looking for more volunteers. You'll join a great team and will help out with the following tasks - sorting clothes, pricing and filling the shelves. Volunteers also serve customers at the checkout and assist with tidying up. Speakers of other languages, new migrants, and students are very welcome!
For more information, and to register your interest, please visit our website at:
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If you seem to be having trouble with your drinking, or if your drinking has reached the point where it worries you a bit, you may be interested in knowing something about Alcoholics Anonymous and the AA programme of recovery from alcoholism.
AA New Zealand hosts in excess of 500 meeting groups … View moreIf you seem to be having trouble with your drinking, or if your drinking has reached the point where it worries you a bit, you may be interested in knowing something about Alcoholics Anonymous and the AA programme of recovery from alcoholism.
AA New Zealand hosts in excess of 500 meeting groups 7 days a week, 365 days of the year across the country. Visit aa.org.nz or phone 0800 229 6757
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other, that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in gorgeous Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in gorgeous Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.
Make this coastal property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!
Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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